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Mary E.


Elmhurst, IL

$15/hr

Will Run Errands And Do Odd Jobs.

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I am active, energetic & enjoy getting things done & don't mind getting my hands dirty. Any job is acceptable, as long as it doesn't require a lot of strength. I can lift up to 50 pounds. I do my own yard work and housecleaning, so am used to physical work. I also like to run errands and don't mind asking politely for favors or...
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Laura S.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Laura and I'm a helper by nature. I work as an Occupational Therapist at two different high schools with special needs students. I also have experience taking care of seniors (my grandparents and parents). I also love to clean/organize and cook! I am very patient, caring and dependable. I can offer many services,...
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Megan H.


La Grange, IL

$29/hr5 yrs exp

After School Hours, Nights, And Weekends Available

I have worked with children since I was 11. I started out as a mommy's helper then went into babysitting and even ran my own summer camp in my back yard a few summers ago. I love playing outside or playing games!
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Patricia R.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Very Active Senior - Not A Granny But Will Treat Your Children As Though!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

9 years of direct experience as a nanny; also a mom. Managed the care of 2 Littles through the pandemic with parents working at home & have now cared for an active toddler for 2+ years. Can help with light housekeeping, children's laundry, & meal prep for your children. I'm a very active senior, walk at least 6, 000 steps a day,...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Hello my name is Andrea and l live in Downers Grove. I have 15 years of experience with pets and also working as a nanny. I live in Downers Grove in the house with fenced yard so your pet can also stay here and be safe. I love long walks with my newly adopted dog Charlie... he is Havanese dog so friendly with kids and other dogs...
Andrea can also help with: Dog training, pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
I've owned a couple of dogs in my childhood but my baby Honey is my first dog I've owned in adulthood from 7 weeks old to a whopping 2 years and 8 months already! Time has flew by! She has definitely changed my perspective on digs over the years and has officially made me a dog person. Taking care of her was new and sometimes...
Heaven can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
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Lindsey R.


Bloomingdale, IL

$13-20/hr15 yrs exp

A Mommy Here, Looking To Help Other Mommies

Hello There, I am a Mother of 3. 9yrs, 6yr and 7 weeks. I currently am here to help other Mommies and Daddies with their littles. This situation would be an in home care, my home. I am looking to start taking in Children come August first, but willing to discuss early dates if needed. Both my older kids will be in school full...
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep
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Riziki C.


Bolingbrook, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Summer Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

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Hello! Thank you so much for considering me for your child care needs. I have ample experience with taking care of children, from watching my younger brother and cousins at the age of 12 to working as a camp counselor and activities instructor at the Bolingbrook Aquatic Center and the Naperville Yard Indoor Sports Complex. While...
Riziki can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Riziki did a great job with my two year old while my husband and I went out for date night. They played, painted, had dinner, and she did a wonderful job with bedtime. Will definitely call her again for the next date night! "

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Melissa J.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two children. My son is 11 years old and my daughter is 9. I was a special education teacher who worked in Oak Forest. I worked in the district for 15 years. Having my own children and having had worked as a teacher, I am extremely flexible. I put a lot of time and care into my job and the care of my children....
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"We did not end up hiring Melissa because of other conflicts, but she was responsive and polite in our communications."

Jenn R.

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Emily G.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dog Walker/Sitter + Other Pet Care!

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

*Fully vaccinated *Own small, medium, & large crates I currently am "parent" to a sweet guinea pig named Praline. I grew up with my family's dog, and have professional experience with all kinds of pets as well; I worked at a dog day care for a few years where I would supervise up to 25 dogs at a time playing in a yard! I have...
Emily can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, boarding
Skills:

Bonded and insured

5.0
"Emily is amazing! We have 3 dogs and she is a wizard at working with them - she walks all 3, does enrichment activities with them, and sends us regular updates on how things are going when we’re gone. And bonus points - she has an amazing singing voice and sings...

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Jill S.


Naperville, IL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time, Full Time Nanny. Available Days And Most Evenings

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

In the 10 years that I have lived in Chicago/and now Naperville area, I have had the pleasure to help raise four families of children. My first family was for 1 year for two boys ages 6 mo and 6 yrs. My second family has also been full time for four years. I have been with them since their daughter was 6 months old their son was...
Jill can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jill has been with us for a year and she's great! We're sad to see her go (my husband is finishing school so our needs have changed for a nanny) and think she'll be an excellent caregiver for any family. She looked after my two boys (7 and 1) as a live in nanny...

Carrie C.

For about 5 years I had been primary care taker for both my parents end of life journeys. I am familiar with the needs of assistance around the house, housekeeping, grocery shopping, yard work, meals and also how important the care for the mind and body is. I have outside family experience of elder companion care, grocery...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation, respite care
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Danielle R.


Bridgeview, IL

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Need An Extra Hand With Cleaning Or Errands?

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Danielle. I am a perfectionist when it comes to cleaning and organizing and enjoy the comfort of a clean and tidy home. I am a non-smoker and have flexibility to work around your schedule. If you are looking for light cleaning of your home, yard work such as pulling weeds, planting flowers, picking up pet...
Danielle can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, organization, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning
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Jack G.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Sports, Fitness, & Music Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name's Jack! I'm a young, hard-working Sports& Fitness Tutor and I think I'd be a perfect fit for you. I'm extremely dependable and have a great amount of experience in the exact areas you're looking for. I previously worked for a family of four in Lakeview for 4+ years. My responsibilities included everything from meal...
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Matthew K.


Arlington Heights, IL

$15-18/hr1 yrs exp

About Me

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, accommodating, and personable. I like caring for seniors because I have a help my mother and grandma who have trouble getting around with chores and other tasks they need some help doing. I'm looking for a job that you maybe need some help doing; I can help out with anything you need,...
Matthew can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, home modification
Hello! Most of my Care experience has been with children and pets but I recently have helped with caring for my grandparents and I have really enjoyed the companionship role. Other than companionship I am happy to helped with meal prep. I love to cook! I am also willing to help with light housework or yardwork, pill...
Tisa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
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Sophie G.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

I have such a passion for animals. I have two dogs back home in Wisconsin, and I have a ton of experience taking care of all animals, including dogs with special needs. I am also super active so I love being able to get outside and go for walks/runs with some pups! My home is open, calm, and quiet, so any pet will feel at home...
Sophie can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking
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Michele P.


Lisle, IL

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Michele, but all my friends and family call me Shelly. I am a non-smoking seasoned caregiver with 8+ years working for the same family. My responsibilities with my long-term family included caring for the needs of 3 children from 6 months to 9 years, as well as personal experience taking care of my own child with...
Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Kathleen R.


Aurora, IL

$22-50/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Kathleen and I have a degree in German Education. After working at a summer school working with second graders, I decided to become an au pair in Germany and absolutely loved it. Since moving back to the states, I've found that I really miss working with children and families alike. Some of my favorite...
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Cydney R.


Chicago, IL

$15-16/hr3 yrs exp

Can't Wait To Meet You!

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, and driven. I like working with kids because I love spending time with my nieces and nephews over breaks. Playing with them in the yard and reading them bedtime stories or helping them with their homework has made me realize how great it is to be around kids. Babysitting...
Cydney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance

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Recent yard work help reviews in Elmhurst, IL

Riziki C.

5.0

Riziki did a great job with my two year old while my husband and I went out for date night. They played, painted, had dinner, and she did a wonderful job with bedtime. Will definitely call her again for the next date night!

- Care member

Melissa J.

5.0

We did not end up hiring Melissa because of other conflicts, but she was responsive and polite in our communications.

- Jenn R.

Emily G.

5.0

Emily and her husband are the absolute best. Total peace of mind leaving our fur babies with her. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

- Care member

Jill S.

5.0

We have interviewed Jill and spoken with her references. She will start as a nanny for us October 2018. We are extremely impressed by her knowledge of taking care of children and the educational elements for children she brings to the table. The references we spoke to feel their children have a leg...

- Tara D.

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