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Darcy A.


Oak Forest, IL

$14-35/hr10 yrs exp

Homecare & Hospice Aide

I am a mom of 3 and married for 25+yrs. I've been a 25+yrs career as a Hospice and HomeCare Aide. I feel I can help take some of the burden off of the family. Be free to ask me any questions I'd describe my personality Caring, Compassionate, Loyal In my spare time, I like to spend it with my family and friends
Darcy can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Debra P.


Oak Forest, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Companion

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Debra. I am retired now. So I have plenty of time to help with your loved ones. I took a formal training to be a personal caregiver/companion. So I am certified. I have always had a great passion to help the elderly. Too many times our loved ones are neglected or mistreated and this just breaks my heart. I can...
Debra can also help with: Respite care, personal care, home modification
5.0
"I hired Debbie for caretaking for my 67 year old brother suffering from early onset dementia. She was extremely reliable, compassionate, helpful, Hard working. She went up and beyond the caretaking I needed. I always felt safe for my brother in her care. If you...

Dawn G.

I understand making the transition from child to caregiver to your parent is hard, I just want to help make it easier !
Alaysia can also help with: Meal prep, errands
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Joellen G.


Oak Forest, IL

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Nurse's Aide and Nationally Licensed Massage Therapist

I began working as a certified nurse's aide in the 1990's. The majority of my clients have been seniors. However, I also spent three years caring for a 30-year-old quadriplegic man. I have a great deal of respect for people especially the elderly that is why I feel it is my responsibility to help maintain their dignity while...
Skills:

CNA

Hi, I have been helping and working with the senior population and also adults with disabilities for over 20 years. I've helped new moms with their new borns. I was a CNA I took phlebotomy and EKG in school also. I'm great with pets. I have a son with Autism he is 17. I am vaccinated. will not be able to work till June
Kristyn can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Kimberly A.


Oak Forest, IL

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Dementia/Alzheimer's Is Where My Heart Is

I have 7 years experience working with Dementia and Alzheimer's. There's a lot that comes with such an ugly disease. It's a disease that calls most for patience, compassion, and empathy.
Kimberly can also help with: Live-in home care
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Nicholette M.


Mokena, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with elders and helping with daily tasks from making small meals to helping with meds, bathing, organizing, running errands etc.... I have a compassionate heart for elders and would love to help make their life easier. I'm a very patient person and have always had a soft spot for seniors. I love to communicate...
5.0
"Nikki was a fabulous caregiver for our elderly father. She is dependable, interacted with our dad in a kind and respectful way, and brought a spark of joy to his daily life. Nikki is self-directed and knew when to do some laundry or dishes or clean a bathroom...

Kim A.

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Sharon W.


Harvey, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy helping, assisting, cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping. I have been a care giver, companion for over 10 years with the elderly. I drive have my own insured vehicle. I am available for part time and full time
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, personal care, meal prep & more
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Marta Z.


Palos Hills, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Looking For A Part Time Job

I have 3 years experience with seniors
5.0
"I truly cannot say ENOUGH wonderful things about Marta... she was the absolute BEST nanny I could have ever imagined for my one year-old son! She is loving, motherly, patient, and very reliable, and she was always flexible with my constantly changing schedule. She...

Paige M.

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Jeannie T.


Riverdale, IL

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time C,N.A.

I love taking care of our seniors. I have always loved taking care of people. It's my gift. I will do my absolute best with whomever I am caring for.
Jeannie can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, personal care, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Jeannie is truly the most amazing caregiver on this planet. She became a part of our family in caring for our elderly aunt who had dementia. She was an angel sent to help all of us. She was caring and kind and firm when she needed to be and my aunt loved her like a...

Maggie M.

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Helena K.


Palos Hills, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver/CNA

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

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. I used to care for an elderly couple, but recently had to let that go because they were being moved out of state to live closer to their children. I am bilingual (Polish and English). I...
Helena can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Helena is outstanding and helped my mother tremendously! She was there for all of my mother's needs, and was even able to make it on short notice some days. Helena is reliable, compassionate, and dedicated. She is always so positive and brings several ideas of her...

Barbara G.

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Danuta D.


Palos Hills, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

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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Grace V.


Frankfort, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Year 2008 when I started to be a caregiver and had a great experience taking care of patients mostly in their homes. I am very compassionate and I'll do my job in an excellent way. I am highly recommended by my previous clients and their families. I am hardworking and my times are flexible as well. Senior care available.
Grace can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Grace was very conscientious and sweet with my parents. She was very easy to work with and communicate well and worked very hard at engaging my mom who has dementia in activities she could do. She showed genuine concern and empathy and went above and beyond. She...

Marysue D.

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Rebecca C.


Thornton, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been care-taking for five years professionally. When I was 25 my spouse was diagnosed with Cancer so I have been care-taking non professionally for a long time. My last client was 94 and required bathing, dressing, cooking, house keeping, transportation back and for to the doctor and medication management. I am outgoing...
Rebecca can also help with: Respite care, visiting physician, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
5.0
"Becky is a uniquely kind and proficient caregiver. We found her to be flexible, candid, intelligent and responsible. Any family would be lucky to have her on their team!"

Marilyn M.

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Patricia H.


Oak Lawn, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Compassionate. Dependable. Caregiver

Hello. As a former nursing home employee. A Illinois State certified CNA for 20 years. I realize how important it is to keep our loved ones in there home. Where they can keep there dignity and feel safe and comfortable. have personal care. Where They can actually have someone to talk too. A friendship is so important. I love to...
Patricia can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"I worked with Pattie for a year at an assisted living and she truly is the best! She treated the residents with the utmost respect and genuinely enjoyed taking care of them. She was a joy to work with and always had everybody laughing. Pattie never missed a shift...

Emma B.

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Katrina W.


Blue Island, IL

$21-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been in the social service/healthcare profession for over 20 years. Having the opportunity to work in both these fields has truly made me a more compassionate, caring and patient individual. I give 110% to my clients and their families in every way that I possibly can. I also believe that like all relationship's...
Katrina can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She took great care of my father who had mobility issues and was a diabetic while we looked into a long-term care facility. She's caring, prompt and a very detailed oriented person with a heart of gold."

Calvin R.

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Barbara S.


Tinley Park, IL

$34/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Very Friendly,hard Working Person.I Love Helping Old People.I Have Reference.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have three children and five grandchildren. I have been happily married for 35 years. I have over 10 years experience as a caregiver. I have been living in Tinley Park for 15 years. I am reliable and trustworthy. I would be honored to care for you!
Barbara can also help with: Errands, companionship, live-in home care, home modification, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Barb worked with my family, caring for my grandmother for several years. She was always sweet, fun and comforting to my grandmother and us as we knew our grandma was in loving hands. It was very hard work at times but Barb always showed up with a smile. Anyone...

Rebecca T.

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Carrie S.


Homer Glen, IL

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
Carrie can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Carrie has been with me for the last 4 1/2 years. She has become part of our family and loved by all. She is kind, caring and makes me feel very comfortable in her care of me. Carrie is on time and I can depend on her always. She goes above and beyond her duties....

Nina G.

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Shari T.


Posen, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

**COMPASSIONATE, CARING WOMAN WOULD LOVE TO BE YOUR HELPING HAND**

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hello there. A little bit about myself? I have been a CNA since 1994 & am currently CPR certified. In my previous experience, I have specialized in caring for Alzheimer's, cardiac, diabetes, oncology (cancer), hospice, Parkinson's & MS (multiple sclerosis) patients. The following are some of the services I provide but not...
Shari can also help with: Errands, companionship, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Shari is a wonderful human being who showed so much compassion while she cared for my grandfather with Dementia until he passed away. She went above and beyond to teach me so many things that even as a nurse I didn't know! She is flexible, funny and a complete joy....

Jennifer S.

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Donna F.


Crestwood, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hello I am a very reliable, patient, and caring person. I have been caregiving approximately 15 years caring for the elderly I give my heart and do my best to make them happy! I love to cook clean, but my first priority is your Mom or DAD. I love working with the elderly, I willing to do other task if needed. I'm am...
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She's a great person to work with. She is also caring person"

Netta L.

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Recent senior care reviews in Oak Forest, IL

Debra P.

5.0

I hired Debbie for caretaking for my 67 year old brother suffering from early onset dementia. She was extremely reliable, compassionate, helpful, Hard working. She went up and beyond the caretaking I needed. I always felt safe for my brother in her care. If you reach out to Debbie for an...

- Dawn G.

Nicholette M.

5.0

Nikki was a fabulous caregiver for our elderly father. She is dependable, interacted with our dad in a kind and respectful way, and brought a spark of joy to his daily life. Nikki is self-directed and knew when to do some laundry or dishes or clean a bathroom without anyone telling her. She quickly...

- Kim A.

Marta Z.

5.0

I truly cannot say ENOUGH wonderful things about Marta... she was the absolute BEST nanny I could have ever imagined for my one year-old son! She is loving, motherly, patient, and very reliable, and she was always flexible with my constantly changing schedule. She was excellent about communicating...

- Paige M.

Jeannie T.

5.0

Jeanie is one of the most caring and dependable care takers our family has had. Our aunt grew to adore her as we did too! She knows how to really care for someone and make them feel safe. You could not find a more qualified and amazing person like Jeanie!! I wish we had her longer! She has a gift...

- Katie L.

Helena K.

5.0

Helena is outstanding and helped my mother tremendously! She was there for all of my mother's needs, and was even able to make it on short notice some days. Helena is reliable, compassionate, and dedicated. She is always so positive and brings several ideas of her own for how to care for my mother...

- Barbara G.

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