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Senior errand assistants in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Maria J, I have worked with seniors for six years. My best friend mother health became worse and I took care of her until she passed away. I took her to her doctors appointment stayed with her while she was admitted in the hospital provided for her so that she can be comfortable cooked clean wash clothes did errands I...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Maria was wonderful! She arrived on time and showed compassion and care for me the whole time. She's easy to talk to and very professional. I'd recommend her to anyone without reservation. "
Care member
Paula M.
Villa Park, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
36 Years Of Health Care Experience With Senior, Home, And Hospice Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been in the health care field for over 45 years. I have worked with mentally challenged, in nursing homes, home care, with dementia, stroke, cancer, heart, and hospice care patient. I love to work with people. I'm also available to do lite housekeeping, errands and meal prep if needed. I am flexible, kind, dependable,...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
5.0
"Paula cared for my dad overnight last year after he had a severe stroke. Paula was kind & patient with my dad. Paula was also friendly with my mom & would sometimes bring her cookbooks :-) Paula was helpful aside from assisting my dad, such as tidying up the house...
Lisa G.
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Branndi can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Branndi is a very great listener that is able to come up with solutions to problems. She is very cheerful and brightens any room she enters. She is very organized and timely."
Care member
Michelle P.
Westchester, IL
$30-37/hr • 9 yrs exp
Senior Care Giver , Assistent, Help With Meal Prep And Cleaning
5.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a care giver since since 2014 I have helped clients with dementia, Parkinson, MS, Wheel chair bond and others. I am also experience with drip lines colostomy bags feeding tubes and ulcers. Meal planning and prep assist with feeding * Bathing / Dressing * Companionship * Meal Preparation * Medication Management /...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"We could not have asked for someone better to care for our mother with MS. Michelle was her primary caretaker for years and always went above and beyond what was asked of her. In addition to taking care of my mother's physical needs, Michelle provided great...
Wesley D.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 20 years of experience as a caregiver. I have nursing degree and worked in the hospital in Lithuania. I take care of seniors with cardiovascular disease, dementia, diabetes, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, cancer, and with individuals recovering from surgery and/or hospice care. I can help with all daily tasks...
Reda can also help with: Errands, personal care, companionship, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Reda has been with my mother for just about two years. She is by far the most extraordinary and exceedingly competent caregiver I've encountered. Dependable, insightful, conscientious, diligent, smart, resourceful, self-delegating, funny and just an all around...
Lina S.
5.0
(1)
Have worked in assisting several senior clients with one-time, and or ongoing tasks. Cleaning, cooking, organizing, and errands are a few of the areas I have experience with. I strive to make my clients feel comfortable and ease any stress they may be experiencing with completing ongoing tasks.
Sharayah can also help with: Companionship
5.0
"I hired Sharayah originally to assist with some general housekeeping and was very pleased with her work! She was always very communicative, thorough, and kind. Upon getting to know her better I found out that she also did pet care. Whenever I go out of town I hire...
Sarah R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle and I'm an experienced Caregiver/personal assistant. I enjoy working with seniors and I'm compassionate about what I do. I understand that everyday life can get pretty hectic and I'm available to provide assistance whenever and wherever I can. My services include but are not limited to; light...
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is John! I am 64 yr old, recently retired building engineer, I took care of a 200 unit, senior citizen building in Oak Park, I was there, 24 years and developed close and trusting relationships with many of the residents there. I am easy-going, dependable, punctual, and patient. I would be happy to assist you and...
John can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"John is a pleasure to work with. He is dependable, optimistic, punctual and has a calm demeanor. He is very supportive and has helped me enormously with my health challenges. I will miss him tremendously and would recommend him for his next endeavor. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Harriet , I'm a 47yr old married woman, a mother of three, and grandmother of two!
I have over 12years of experience working with the elderly and other individuals with different life challenges such; Alzheimer's, sundowns, developmentally challenged, Parkinson's and those that need assisted living services.
As...
Harriet can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Harriet is compassionate, patient, competent, and loves what she does and it shows. I fully trust her with my loved one and know they are given top quality care and are treated with the highest regard for their well-being. "
Tiffany H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
provided comfort and companionship towards my clients. Very attentive, patient, compassionate and professional in responding towards clients needs with a caring attitude on treating them with dignity and respect.
Previously work with Patients with following conditions:
Alzheimers
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary...
Kristelle can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a marketing professional at a healthcare company by day, but I truly miss the rewarding experience of working with seniors. I've worked with the senior population since high school and continued when I first moved to the city, offering companion care, assistance with errands, and light housework. I'm optimistic, kind,...
Alyson can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Mikayla M.
Streamwood, IL
$15-19/hr
Hello my name is Mikayla and I'm willing to do senior care including errands, light housekeeping, transportation (have a car, not a van though), or simply to keep people company. I am also able to cook and can do odd jobs around the house.
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
I'd describe my personality as energetic, compassionate, and attentive.
My skills include an engaging environment helps seniors feel energized, efficiently handling errands, and maintaining a clean, organized, and comfortable home.
Kiaisha can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, companionship, errands, light cleaning
I am a fully employed Gold Coast professional looking to fill in my extra time on weekends and evenings. Caring for small children, running errands for seniors, house sitting, and loving small pets are what I do best.
Carolyn K.
La Grange Park, IL
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
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: Meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently caring for seniors as a companion, housekeeper and errand runner. This includes preparing meals, managing personal matters, supervising personal care (showering, etc.) and providing social time and activity planning. I provide transportation to and from doctor appointments or whatever else is needed. I have a lot...
Clemonce can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, home modification, personal care & more
I am an upcoming senior at the University of Wisconsin-Madison double-majoring in marketing and management and human resources. My internship was cancelled due to COVID-19 and I am available and looking for odd jobs! I have had experience with housekeeping for neighbors and have been doing my laundry, meal prepping, and running...
Olivia can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, basement cleaning, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning, pet waste cleanup, dusting & more
I'm an energetic, compassionate woman with caregiving experience located in downtown Chicago. I'm college educated with excellent communication skils, sense of humor, cooking and organizational skills. Desires companion/assistant position for senior woman, man or couple in Gold Coast, River North or Streeterville. I enjoy the...
Carolyn can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
I have always enjoyed caring for seniors and have volunteered at assisted living facilities for over 10 year, participating in activities, errands, and more. I have experience working with Alzheimer's patients as well.
Tara can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am trained and experienced working with senior citizens. My training and experience involves seniors and other clients with dementia, Parkinson's, clients with partial mobility as well as hospice care. I have experience assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, medical tasks, cleaning, transporting to appointments, and...
Francy can also help with: Dementia, home modification, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
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Recent senior errand assistant reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Maria J.
5.0
Maria was wonderful! She arrived on time and showed compassion and care for me the whole time. She's easy to talk to and very professional. I'd recommend her to anyone without reservation.
- Care member
Paula M.
5.0
Paula cared for my dad overnight last year after he had a severe stroke. Paula was kind & patient with my dad. Paula was also friendly with my mom & would sometimes bring her cookbooks :-) Paula was helpful aside from assisting my dad, such as tidying up the house & doing laundry. Paula was a...
- Lisa G.
Branndi C.
5.0
Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of.
- Care member
Michelle P.
5.0
We could not have asked for someone better to care for our mother with MS. Michelle was her primary caretaker for years and always went above and beyond what was asked of her. In addition to taking care of my mother's physical needs, Michelle provided great companionship and was always a joy to be...
- Wesley D.
Reda V.
5.0
Reda has been with my mother for just about two years. She is by far the most extraordinary and exceedingly competent caregiver I've encountered. Dependable, insightful, conscientious, diligent, smart, resourceful, self-delegating, funny and just an all around perfect caregiver. She has gone above...
- Lina S.