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Carolyn K.


La Grange Park, IL

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

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I've been a stay at home mom with kids now off to college. Though I'm a registered nurse, I prefer to not return to 12 hour hospital shifts. Experienced with seniors. I really enjoy senior companion care. Can run errands, assist with packing/moving, cook meals (I'm a good cook and mindful of dietary restrictions), light...
Carolyn can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, companionship & more
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Danuta D.


Palos Hills, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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Marylou N.


La Grange, IL

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Caring CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 30 years of experience as a CNA. I have worked in several settings including nursing homes, hospitals, and in home health care. Helping others has been my life long passion and I truly enjoy it. My experience is very extensive. I have worked with dementia patients, Alzheimer patients, hospice patients, rehab patients,...
Marylou can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"She is the most caring nurse I ever met. With 2nd progressive M.S. I have met many nurses over the years and Marylou is the best I ever had, she personally has saved my life over three times. I could go on for hours pointing out all her qualities that make her a...

Joseph F.

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Dovile W.


Willowbrook, IL

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone, My name is Dovile originally I am from Lithuania. Love being a caregiver, I wish I would have started long time ago I have experience working with Alzheimer, panic attack, knee surgery, broken bones, stroke and Parkinson disease. Here are some of things I've done errands shopping, doctors visits, traveling helping...
Dovile can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, visiting nurse, personal care & more
5.0
"Dovile worked as companion and caretaker for my mother from January 2016 through September 2016. Dovile was clean, punctual and unfailingly dependable. At the time of Dovile's hire, my mother refused to bathe and her appearance was deteriorating. Somehow she would...

Babette M.

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Michelle M.


Clarendon Hills, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver/Companion/Assistant

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours). I offer the following services: Transportation to/from doctor appointments Physical Therapy (regular exercise) Assistance with...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, home modification, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Michelle was fantastic. She was responsive, patient, and punctual. She put me at ease about having to hire a carer to pick me up after surgery and was easy to chat with on my ride home. Would definitely hire again."

Jennifer F.

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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: Hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, dementia, personal care, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Barbara worked with my mom for nearly six years- right up until the day she died. She was a godsend to our family. Initially, we ask Barbara to spend several hours a week with my mom who suffered from dementia. As my mom's dementia worsened, Barbar took on more and...

Katherine B.

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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: Dementia, meal prep, errands, personal care, light cleaning
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Tumurmunkh T.


Oak Brook, IL

$14/hr10 yrs exp

Alzheimer's, Dementia, Brain Related Issues, Strokes, Heart Attacks, After Surgery Many More

Shortly doing this job business for 10+ years, almost twice graduated as a Caregiver worked with 22 clients
Tumurmunkh can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Jasmin D.


Hillside, IL

$17-18/hr5 yrs exp

Available For Part Time Care-giving, Companionship And Meal Prep

I used to care for my great grandfather in the summers while we would visit him in Mexico. I would help with the simple tasks of walking around, taking his medicines, and feeding his animals. He loved to take walks around his ranch so I would help him walk through the fields or walk the horse or donkey that he rode. Over the...
Jasmin can also help with: Errands, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & more
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Brenda A.


Elmhurst, IL

$24-27/hr7 yrs exp

Brenda 3+ Years Of Caregiving Experience

Hello! My name is Brenda and I have been a dedicated caregiver for the past seven years. I assist with daily activities, mobility support, meal preparation, medication reminders, and light housekeeping. Beyond physical care, I offer companionship and emotional support to enhance overall well-being. I have experience working...
Brenda can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Diagnosed with brain tumor 2017, after surgery and chemotherapy I've been in remission. Worked professionally in finance and construction until my illness (going great now). Currently, I work part-time mornings as a special education assistant at Henry Puffer Elementary school Mon-Fri.
Michael can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
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Marija R.


Darien, IL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

I have European certification for RN with 3 years of experience in emergency room and Hospital. (Surgery asistent and care of patients after surgery, immunization, phlebotomist...)
Marija can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Helena K.


Palos Hills, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Helena. I am very patient, caring, and have experience with caring for persons with the elderly as well as dementia/ Alzheimer's Disease, Diabetes, Hospice Care, Multiple Sclerosis, Orthopedic Care, Parkinson's , Post Surgery Recovery, Skin Disorders, Stroke, Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Companionship, Light...
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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...
Hello, thank you firstly for reviewing my profile. My name is Isabel and I am 25 years old. I have my undergraduate degree in biology and a post graduate degree in medicine. I am currently applying to medical school and have years of experience with patients and nannying as well. Currently working part time as a Medical...
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Luniya N.


Westchester, IL

$25/hr4 yrs exp

About Me, senior caregiver

Hi, I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 4 years of experience providing exceptional care for seniors, having worked with people who have different medical conditions such as Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, stroke recovery etc. I have skills in assisting with daily living activities, mobility support,...
Luniya can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Hello! My name is Katelynn. I am currently a student at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. I am on the pre-nursing track. I am currently located in the Chicago area. I have one year experience in a hospital setting as a CNA on a Neurological Medical Surgical unit and have assisted clients outside of the hospital...
Katelynn can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Katelynn performance as an elderly caregiver leaves nothing lacking, meeting all required tasks and requested with no oversight needed. She assisted in making fresh home cooked meals, planning activities, medication handling, and providing great companionship....

Jose R.

I use to help take care of a senior after her surgery. I lived with her for a few months. She was in a wheelchair after knee surgery. I did light house keeping, laundry, meal prep, meals, and helped her with whatever she needed.
Rilla can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands

Emilia M.


Chicago, IL

$23-38/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver And Nanny.

Bilingual Medical Assistant -English and Spanish Professional, motivated bilingual Registered Medical Assistant with over 12 years of hands on experience. Fluent reading in English and Spanish . Medical Assistant committed to high levels of patient care, with outstanding communication skills to comunícate with patients and other...
Emilia can also help with: Errands, companionship, personal care, hospice services
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Jeanette A.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced , Compassionate Caregiver Looking For A Full Time Job .

Vast senior care experience, helped people with Alzheimer s, recovering from hip surgery, stroke and more often , companionship and help with upkeep of residence. I would love to work also for especial needs. And willing to travel.
5.0
"Jeanette is professional, and provides exceptional thoughtful care. She is constantly learning new ways and methods of providing exceptional care. She is dependable, patient, observant and let's others know observation for patient well being. She is very clean,...

Susan D.

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Recent post-surgery care reviews in La Grange Park, 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.

Marylou N.

5.0

Marylou was outstanding! She took care of my father for several months when he was recovering from surgery. She was always very polite and friendly, and had a very caring demeanor about her. She really knows how to handle just about anything a patient may throw her way. My father was fortunate to...

- Mark P.

Dovile W.

5.0

Dovile worked as companion and caretaker for my mother from January 2016 through September 2016. Dovile was clean, punctual and unfailingly dependable. At the time of Dovile's hire, my mother refused to bathe and her appearance was deteriorating. Somehow she would coerce her into the shower and...

- Babette M.

Michelle M.

5.0

Michelle was a joy to be around after my difficult recovery from surgery. She was neat and tidy, kind and professional, friendly and warm, and immediately put me at ease when we met. She helped me with meals, medications, repositioning, showering, getting dressed and light housework/picking up. I...

- Jenny D.

Barbara M.

5.0

Barbara worked with my mom for nearly six years- right up until the day she died. She was a godsend to our family. Initially, we ask Barbara to spend several hours a week with my mom who suffered from dementia. As my mom's dementia worsened, Barbar took on more and more time until eventually she was...

- Katherine B.

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