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Danuta D.


Palos Hills, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Provided daily care for my elderly neighbor which included: medication reminders, meal preparation, housekeeping, help with bathing and beauty care. During her care my client was placed on an oxygen machine so I am very familiar with the operation of this machine. I also transported her to doctor appointments and grocery...
Danuta can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Let me begin by introducing myself and. My name is Deborah and I have end stage COPD and other medical issues. There are times in my life that it was not safe for me to be alone and that is when I use the services provided by Danuta. Donna has worked for me off and...

Deborah W.

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Gretchen V.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced Senior & Disability Caregiver. I help with preparing meals, laundry, running errands, Dr. appointments & companionship. I am experienced with bathing, feeding, toileting & administering medications. I managed a five-person caregiving team for two years, including schedule & medication management. I'm trained...
Gretchen can also help with: Companionship, errands, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
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CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She is a truly caring person, we feel like she is part of the family now. She is trustworthy and that is important when inviting someone into your home. I can't find words to express how grateful we are for her kindness and caring service."

Valeri P.

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Daven I.


Des Plaines, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Loving And A Fun Caregiver For Your Love Ones.

Hello, My name is Daven. I've been in a health care industry for at least 11 years with home health care experience taking care of seniors. I've worked with clients with different conditions such as Parkinson's Disease, Dementia, Stroke, post surgeries and many more. I'm very outgoing, friendly and energetic who love...
Daven can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Daven has a very positive attitude and is a good conversationalist and listener. He takes great care in helping me with bathroom and showering duties, and takes great care with regard to my transfer to and from my bed to the wheelchair and in my leg and walking...

John T.

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Sharon B.


Orland Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for the last 11 years. I absolutely enjoy working with the elderly. My main focus is keeping seniors in their homes and safe. I have learned so much about life because of the wonderful stories they share with me. I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's patients and have lots of patience and have...
Sharon can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, home modification, dementia, errands
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Sharon is a kind, caring and compassionate woman. She took care of my mom who has Parkinson's. She went as far as making homemade pasta with her and enjoyed being around her in the kitchen. I would have Sharon back but I am looking for weekends right now. She...

Anna M.

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Barbara B.


Lockport, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated In-Home Senior Care | Personalized Support

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, home modification, companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing w/the fluctuations in moods & seeks appropriate activities to engage him, while providing the best assistance to...

Christina K.

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Alicia D G.


Alsip, IL

$27-45/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Seasoned Surgical Tech, Cna/caregiver

Hello if you are reading my profile-THANK YOU. I am a seasoned caregiver with experience in various fields. I enjoy taking care of families of patients that are in need of care in their home. I am private duty and very flexible however, I am in search of a long term family but wouldn't mind taking care of someone in hospice or...
Alicia D can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Wound Care

5.0
"Alicia was wonderful with my grandfather! She managed his care and did an exceptional job! Shes so caring and a great listener. She spoke spanish because my gramdfather didn’t. She was there for his last breath, comforting my family and I. She is definitely part...

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Maria P.


Park Ridge, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Maria; I have 25 years of senior care experience most of which was home care. I have experience preparing meals, bathing, dressing, lifting people out of beds and chairs, transporting to and from appointments, shopping for groceries, managing medication and working medical equipment like respirators and feeding tubes....
Maria can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Maria was a caregiver for our mom for 4 years. She was honest and we knew our mom was safe under her care. Maria is kind, friendly and kept our parent's home tidy and clean."

Terri K.

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Amy L.


Plainfield, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been trained in reflex integration, TBI recovery related to strokes, brain injury, visual-auditory-sensory issues. I work with infants to adults.
5.0
"Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the entire family goes through. She is like a breath of fresh air and her methods are healing to the child and their...

Connie B.

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Barbara M.


Chicago, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

3.3

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

* CNA- Certified Nursing Assistance, Physical Rehabilitation Aide, CPR * 16 Years of experience including private duty, nursing home, hospice: DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMER'S, PARKINSON'S, feeding tube, suffer stroke, oxygen, diabetics, heart failure, cancer, Hoyer lift, etc. *Languages: English, Polish, Russian. * I like working with...
Barbara can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

3.0
"We are looking for an every other Weekend Care Giver (my friend Linda who needs the Care Giver and myself) and Barbara responded to my AD. I spoke with her on 2/1/18 and phoned her again 2/2/18 to set up an interview however she said her family does not want her...

Bonnie F.

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Elizabeth C.


Riverside, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Capable And Warm Caregiver With Years Of Experience

14 years experience with seniors , knowledge of cancer, dementia and wound care needs, meal prep and bathing. Professional training in the medical field in Surgical centers, doctors offices and physical Therapy. My focus is on ensuring the best quality of life possible.
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning
Hi! My name is Juli. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and a Certified Doula. I have experience with children and adults. Post surgical, memory care, acute and chronic illness. I work remotely from 8-4 M-F from my home. I am available evenings and weekends, but if needed I can work remotely from your location if you are in a...
Juli can also help with: Meal prep, errands
Skills:

CNA

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Lidia D.


Mount Prospect, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Lidia

My name is Lidia and I am 51 years old. I live in Mount Prospect and have my own car. I am bilingual English/Polish. I'm fully vaccinated (Covid). I am compassionate caregiver with long history (10 years) of assisting and caring for seniors (both in-home or hospital settings). I am dedicated to providing the best care for your...
Lidia can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, visiting nurse, live-in home care, dementia & more
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Muriel C.


Batavia, IL

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible, Reliable, And Kind Caregiver

I enjoy spending time caring for adults who need help with recovery after hospital stays or following surgery. I have managed medication and know the utmost importance on making sure the correct dose is given at the recommended time. Anyone needing transportation to and from their hospital can count on me to always bring them...
Muriel can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Asta K.


Warrenville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Caregiver For Your Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a nurse's degree, 22 years of experience in the hospital, and 10 years of experience in caregiver at-home care, independent living facilities, and assisted living facilities. Over the years, I have worked primarily with clients with Alzheimer's, diabetes, Parkinson's, and individuals recovering from surgery as well as...
Asta can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jamie W.


Schaumburg, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Jamie, The Neighborhood Caregiver With Over A Decade Of Experience.

I'd describe my personality as fun, optimistic, caring, compassionate I like caring for seniors because I love adding value to elders and people with disabilities. Making their lives feel wholesome and easier to navigate. I'm looking for a job that offers competitive rates, safe easy going environment and flexibility! I...
Jamie can also help with: Companionship, errands, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Laura D.


Niles, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caring Medical Assistant

Medical assistant with over 15 years of experience worked 12 years in pediatrics and 5 in surgical oncology looking for a part time job possibly Saturday and Sunday
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Agata B.


Wood Dale, IL

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

RESPONSIBLE AND RELIABLE CAREGIVER

I have been working as the registered nurse for 8 years. While attending the nursing school, I started working as the caregiver as well. My nursing experience includes the areas of orthopedics, medical -surgical, cardiology and most recently the intensive care unit. So, if you need more advanced care, I can definitely help or...
Agata can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

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Brittani F.


Chicago, IL

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

I currently have my BA in Psychology and a minor in Women and Gender Studies. This April I will began my grad program to receive my degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University. I have worked with children for over 10 years. I enjoy assisting them in reaching developmental milestones and fun crafts. I am a...
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Laura A.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant 20 Years Experience

I have been a medical assistant for over 20 years. My background is in Orthopedic Spine and out patient surgery. Home health is a path I started 3 years ago when the physician I was employed by retired. My heart is in home health now, it has been truly rewarding. In the past three years I have worked with quadriplegic and the...
I am a Registered Nurse who has 5 years of diverse nursing experience, including 1 year in a skilled nursing home facility, 2 years as a nurse on a neurology/medical-surgical unit, and 2 years as an outpatient family practice triage nurse. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and am available to...
Leah can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Recent post-surgery care reviews in Downers Grove, IL

Danuta D.

5.0

Let me begin by introducing myself and. My name is Deborah and I have end stage COPD and other medical issues. There are times in my life that it was not safe for me to be alone and that is when I use the services provided by Danuta. Donna has worked for me off and on for over five years. She is...

- Deborah W.

Gretchen V.

5.0

Gretchen is wonderful at taking charge and getting organized and situated. I felt at ease when she was care taking for my mother. I relied on her expertise and knowledge and I would hire her again. She is trustworthy and someone you can count on.

- Erica K.

Daven I.

5.0

Daven cared for my father for one year fulltime. Daven was never late, never called off and became a part of our family. He cared for my father like he was his own. He traveled with our family and was always willing to go the extra mile. Daven is very personable and organized. He was a truly...

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Sharon B.

5.0

Sharon is a kind, caring and compassionate woman. She took care of my mom who has Parkinson's. She went as far as making homemade pasta with her and enjoyed being around her in the kitchen. I would have Sharon back but I am looking for weekends right now. She is truly an amazing caregiver.

- Anna M.

Barbara B.

5.0

Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing w/the fluctuations in moods & seeks appropriate activities to engage him, while providing the best assistance to my mother as well. Thank you, Barb!

- Christina K.

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