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Providers for senior transportation in Wood River, IL
Tina B.
Wood River, IL
$18-23/hr • 8 yrs exp
I like caring for seniors because I enjoy them and their stories.
I'm looking for a job that allows me to choose my hours and clients.
I started caring for seniors when I was done caring for family members. I provided care to many ill family members over the years.
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family. Go to...
Tina can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I am a 19-year-old mom who is looking for caregiving jobs. I have experience taking care of my grandma with type 2 diabetes and helping her get around the house. Im very passionate about giving people the time and care I would like to receive if I needed care. I help elderly in my own neighborhood and hope to be able to work for...
Madison can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, transportation, respite care & more
Kaneika M.
Saint Louis, MO
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have 20+ years in senior care. I can provide care to the elderly and disable clients in a professional and compassionate manner. I can assist with meal preparation, personal hygiene, and bathroom
needs, vitals recording and administering medications according to prescription schedule. License and insured driver. I have worked...
Kaneika can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, home modification, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"She is a professional caring worker and I would recommend her to anyone."
Kelly N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Good cook, good housekeeper, good companion, good listener, good caregiver who has a caring heart and respect for you and your loved one. Fully Covid Vaccinated. I have good transportation and I am punctual and reliable.
Bethany can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Beth genuinely cares and is compassionate and creative in spending quality time with her client. She is responsible in taking care of client needs and communicating with the family. I highly recommend her!"
D. B.
5.0
(3)
I have 25 years of experience as a CNA. I Love making a difference in the life of everyone I come in contact with. I'm very good at what I do and have no doubt that you will be satisfied with the service I provide.
Shinese can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Shinese, was such a blessing at the right time. I'm so grateful. She's caring and has a great level of compassion while showing great concern for my family and everyone around. Outstanding, professional, and caring. I would highly recommend her for all families. We...
Nikki S.
4.9
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Companionship to & bathing, cleaning for everyday needs. Experience caring for one that has poor eyesight or blind. Laundry
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, companionship
5.0
"Deborah has a great attitude, is energetic, dependable and kind. I highly recommend her to care for your family."
Care member
Lisa S.
Alton, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Lisa and I have over 10 years of experience in senior care. I love caring for seniors and am very compassionate in the work I do. My experience includes companion care, those with cancer, hospice care, and I specialize in dementia/Alzheimers. If you have any questions feel free to message me as I would love to...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Lisa has been caring for my mother for awhile now. She is caring, compassionate and very attentive to my mother. Mom thinks the world of Lisa and so do I."
Keith W.
Amy P.
Alton, IL
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Immediately 16 Years Experience Have Other CNA Available For 24 Hour Care
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Enjoy what I do! Have experience with cancer, dementia, parkinson, strokes hospice care, wound care, G Tubes, catheters, hepatitis, cirrhosis, ALS, diabetic care, phlebotomy, PT/OT (home therapy) pivoting-transfer, medical equipment, hygiene, light housekeeping, medicine management, doctor appointments, shopping and much more...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Amy always went above and beyond for my mother. She always took care of moms needs. Her bedding and clothes was always clean. Amy always went the extra mile, doing all the laundry and cleaning in the house. She is wonderful to animals as well. She drove mom to her...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I only do Laundry Services at this time.
please look up
LADY AND THE LAUNDRY on my work and to book a time to have your laundry done.
if you have any questions please message me.
Thank you
La'toya can also help with: Visiting physician, home modification, dementia, personal care, visiting nurse
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"LA'Toya was great with our laundry. The booking was easy, just sending a text to ask her to pickup. Her folding was impeccable 👌🏽. Our laundry smell great, and packed well. Billing was super easy as well, she send an invoice, and I was able to pay with tip of...
Care member
Tina W.
Edwardsville, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
In Home Care And Companionship Available For Full-Time. Experience With Alzheimer And Dementia.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I discovered my love for working with the elderly in 1992. My first job was working at a state hospital on the geriatrics ward. The patients ranged from schizophrenia, Alzheimer/dementia, bipolar and other disorders. It was very challenging but rewarding. I would like to continue to provide this type of care as well as offering...
Tina can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Tina always went above and beyond for my mother when she took care of her. She always was in a great mood and helped boost my mothers spirits. Her hard work and drive to help others shows and we were so thankful for everything she did to help not only my mom but...
Leah K.
Karla D.
Saint Louis, MO
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Cna. Light House Keeping. Cooking. Errands. Transportation. Meds.
25 years of working in seniors field. Family friends and in nursing homes also private duty cases. Love what I do it's my calling.
Skills:
CNA
Tiara L.
Saint Louis, MO
$30-50/hr • 20 yrs exp
I help and assist seniors, and people with disabilities
That May struggle with simple life task and need assistance to make life run a little
Smoother day to day.
I'd describe my personality as Outgoing Bubbly and Kind.
I like caring for seniors because I worked in the Field, for some time now.
Watched my grandparents live...
Tiara can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
I have over 25 years of experience taking care of people in their homes. I have worked with many different types of people, from hospice patients, to patients with all types of disabilities, and people just needing help in their homes. Some of my training includes using Hoyer lifts, incontinence care, grooming, hygiene, bathing,...
Rhonda can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, home modification & more
Nauteca H.
Saint Louis, MO
$20-31/hr
Compassionate and caring person with years of experience in supporting and nursing terminally ill and elderly patients. A friendly and loving individual with an excellent record in bedside care, nutritional planning, and medicine administration. I am also a very peaceful, happy, and goal driven person who loves to help and make...
Nauteca can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
Margaret L.
Edwardsville, IL
$16-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
I'm Looking For A Job That Will Make My Life A Little More Special
My skills include I know how to transfer from wheelchairs to beds safely, I know how to put a gate bill on I have had experience in bathing and depends
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, home modification, errands
I have experience in providing care for the elderly such as doing everyday tasks, doing med checks, running errands, providing transportation, light housekeeping, doing end of life care, etc.
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Dianna J.
Granite City, IL
$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a caregiver, DSP for 17 years I love taking care of seniors and development, disabled people. I am very passionate about my job and the people that I take care of, and I am a hard and dedicated worker.
Dianna can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, home modification, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
I have a bachelor's degree in English Literature, and one year of experience in the caregiving field. I am patient, kind, reliable, and optimistic. I am looking for a part time job, and I am looking forward to positive opportunities!
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance & more
I have 3 years experience of working as a caregiver. I am passionate about making a difference to people's life and put a smile on their face. I can make a delicious and healthy meals to the client. Help with the cleaning, laundry and errands. I am a hardworking working woman and never calls off at work.
Celia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, transportation, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Brandi L.
Saint Louis, MO
$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as loving, caring, respectful
I like caring for seniors because I love being able to be that the makes a difference in your life
I started caring for seniors when I was 18 years old
My skills include bathing, cooking, cleaning, transfers
Brandi can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
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Recent senior transportation reviews in Wood River, IL
Kaneika M.
5.0
Families would enjoy having her as a worker. Always dependable, on time, enjoy and love her career and very dedicated. You will feel as if she's a part of your family not just a worker.
- Jayda T.
Bethany H.
5.0
Beth genuinely cares and is compassionate and creative in spending quality time with her client. She is responsible in taking care of client needs and communicating with the family. I highly recommend her!
- D. B.
Shinese J.
5.0
Shinese, was such a blessing at the right time. I'm so grateful. She's caring and has a great level of compassion while showing great concern for my family and everyone around. Outstanding, professional, and caring. I would highly recommend her for all families. We need more people like her.
- Nikki S.
Deborah R.
5.0
Deborah has a great attitude, is energetic, dependable and kind. I highly recommend her to care for your family.
- Care member
Lisa S.
5.0
Lisa has been caring for my mother for awhile now. She is caring, compassionate and very attentive to my mother. Mom thinks the world of Lisa and so do I.
- Keith W.
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FAQs for finding a caregiver who can help with senior transportation in Wood River, IL
What is the average posted rate of a senior caregiver who can provide transportation around Wood River, IL?
Caregivers in Wood River, IL may offer additional services while taking care of your loved one, including transportation to medical appointments and running errands. The average posted rate by caregivers on Care is $18.00 per hour as of April, 2025. However, this rate can vary depending on the specific needs in your area, and the level of assistance required for taking care of your loved.
What type of help can I get from a senior caregiver in Wood River, IL?
Senior caregivers may be able to help with getting your loved one to appointments or running errands around Wood River, IL, such as going to the grocery store or the bank.
What types of senior transportation services are available in Wood River, IL?
Care.com connects families with caregivers in Wood River, IL who offer safe and reliable transportation for seniors. Services may include rides to doctor’s appointments, grocery stores, social events, religious services, and personal errands. Some caregivers also provide mobility assistance for those who need extra support.
How do I find a caregiver in Wood River, IL who provides transportation for seniors?
You can search for caregivers on Care.com by filtering for transportation services in their profile. Be sure to review experience, background checks, ratings, and availability before hiring. Many caregivers also offer meet-and-greet sessions to ensure a good fit.
Are senior transportation providers in Wood River, IL background-checked?
Yes! Care.com offers CareCheck, a background check service that helps ensure the safety of those seeking senior transportation. You can also request additional background screenings and driving records checks for extra peace of mind.
Do caregivers assist seniors in and out of the vehicle?
Many caregivers provide door-to-door assistance, helping seniors get in and out of vehicles, navigate stairs, and carry bags if needed. Be sure to confirm with the caregiver whether they can accommodate specific mobility needs.
What if my loved one needs transportation for a medical appointment in Wood River, IL?
Many caregivers in Wood River, IL offer rides to doctor’s visits, therapy sessions, and pharmacy trips. While caregivers can provide transportation, they may not be licensed for medical transport. If your loved one requires specialized medical transportation, consider professional non-emergency medical transport services.