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Tamara K.

Chesterton, IN

4.6(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
home modification
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Available Full-Time Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Personal Care And Meal Preparation. I am a wife and mother of 2 girls. I have 10 years experience working in facilities and private homes, taking care of our Senior community. I've done everything from insulin shots to meal prep and housekeeping. I have knowledge in...

kathy F. says "Tamara has the skill and compassion to care for your loved one as if they were her own . She is so well versed at physical care, medicine, feeding, bathing...

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Melissa L.

Chesterton, IN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
visiting physician
personal care
home modification
respite care
+ 1 more
Hi there , My name is Melissa I have been a caregiver for elders for 5 years and a house keeper over 15 years .. A little about me . I enjoy volunteer at a disability horse ranch and I love to cook and bake and spending time with my family . Looking forward to meeting you and your family ...

Ellie S. says "Melissa was wonderful with my elderly father."

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Michelle C.

Compassionate Caregiver W

Chesterton, IN

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Hospice services
respite care
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have many years of experience caring for seasoned adults. I provided care for my father before passing and others experiencing the trials of cancer. I enjoy creating a comfortable environment for those in need.
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Tilon W.

Hello My Name Is Tilon And I Would Love To Get To Work With Your Loved One!!

Chesterton, IN

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
home modification
mobility assistance
errands
I'd describe my personality as cheerful, funny, and easy going. I like caring for seniors because it is the most fulfilling career I know. Caregiving is more than even just a career, it's a calling. When take of seniors I feel fulfilled and grateful that I am blessed with the opportunity to have this calling on my life. I'm...
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Sherry C.

Calm, Caring , Upbeat

Portage, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Calm, upbeat demeanor to give patients more than just a caregiver but to give them a friend Active listening skills to take my time to understand what a patient is trying to communicate Capability to monitor effectively and tell when something needs to be changed to a patient's routine Exceptional cooking skills to...

Care Member says "Sherry is a caring professional. She took excellent care of my mom. "

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Selina M.

Caring For People Is My Specialty

Portage, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as caring, energetic, reliable I like caring for seniors because I would do the same for my own parent if I had the chance to. It makes me feel better. I'm looking for a job that trusts me as their caregivers and has a reasonable schedule. I started caring for seniors 10 years ago In my spare...

Travon S. says "Selina is a great worker! Definitely will recommend her."

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Dorothy U.

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
home modification
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
With over 6years of dedicated experience in senior care, I'd describe my personality as an honest, RESPECTFUL, PATIENT and KIND person. I am a compassionate caregiver; My expertise includes Companionship, managing medication etc. It may also please you to know that I'm fully vaccinated for COVID and also has my CRP/FirstAid...

Care Member says "Her commitment with the clients is overrated . she's focused, details oriented , loving and passionate about her job. Everybody loved her"

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Zoe M.

Experienced Caregiver

Valparaiso, IN

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have been a care giver for 4 years including elderly patients, middle aged disabled adults, and young children with special needs. This is my passion
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Barbara W.

Warm, Loving, Professional Care For Your Loved One.

Portage, IN

from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
errands
I have 7 years experience as a caregiver. I have been trained to do almost anything one could need. I can bathe in a bathtub, bed bath, or shower. I can prepare meals and feed a patient. I know how to check a temperature, blood pressure, heartbeat, blood sugar and oxidation. I can use a Hoyer lift for bed ridden patients. I can...
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Marilyn W.

senior caregiver

Portage, IN

from
$16/hr
10 years experience
I'm retired from the Navy and the federal government. My passion is serving and helping others. I've returned to what I enjoy and that is being a nanny, supporting family needs and providing support to the elderly. I've been working as a nanny and providing elderly care for 7 years. I've had 5 incredible elderly clients that I...
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Shirley O.

Portage, IN

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
kindness happy caring I like caring for seniors because I'm a Caregiver who's Kind, Caring, Happy, want for my clients to feel comfortable with me. Love to cook, play games, walks and anything that makes my clients feel good. I'm looking for a job that I can help others feel better, comfortable and happy. I started caring...
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Wendy O.

Portage, IN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
live-in home care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have home health care and caregiving experience. I have personal experience in dealing with people with Alzheimer's and have over 25 years cleaning and cooking experience and have a few years of volunteer service
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Lillyana W.

Caregiver (Self-taught)

Portage, IN

from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
dementia
Daily hands-on experience caregiving, caring for a 60-year-old man recovering from an aortic dissection and three strokes. Patient had to re-learn short term memory, is on a catheter, has sodium dietary restrictions, takes over 10 medications daily multiple times a day, needs assistance with at-home therapy/workout's, and help...
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Carissa H.

Old Soul With A Listening Ear

Portage, IN

from
$15/hr
Respite care
personal care
dementia
A little about me: I am a momma bear, which is where my patience, love, and understanding traits kick in. I've been a caregiver and babysat all ages including special needs children. Growing up with my cousin T, I knew she needed extra attention and affirmation. T has Prader Willi Syndrome. From low muscle tone, eating...
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Nancy O.

Valparaiso, IN

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
I want to give someone the kind of care I would expect someone to give my parents, unfortunately some people are in it more for the money. My last at home job, I had to turn in the other care taker to the clients family, the client would cry every time I left, so I had to start investigating why. It breaks my heart that our...
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Renee Z.

Valparaiso, IN

1.5(0)
from
$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
visiting physician
personal care
light cleaning
transportation
+ 1 more
Hello! I am available for full-time or part-time caregiver. I am a resident of Valparaiso. Some facts about myself: CPR/first-aid knowledgeable, current card, excellent driving record and insurance. I consider myself to be a punctual, honest, and reliable person. My hours are flexible to accommodate your needs. My past work...
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Shanna K.

References Upon Request, Senior caregiver

Portage, IN

from
$18/hr
9 years experience
Hospice services
mobility assistance
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience taking care of some amazing people that I'm grateful for getting to know and help up until their passing. I started after my dad passed, caring for a wonderful man (quadriplegic) for 6 years. I helped for 4 months with cancer patient who had dementia. I do wish that I had more time with her, but I...
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Kimberly R.

Caregiver

Portage, IN

from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
mobility assistance
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I was caring for a friend of mine for over 3 years now. She has Parkinson's and 82 years old. I was also caring for a 77-year-old man that had COPD. I am currently caring for 3 men who are mentally challenged on Weds 4 p.m. until morning at 9 a.m. so I am not available on those hours Wednesdays .
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Brittany T.

Loving Companion/caregiver

Lake Station, IN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello I'm a 11 year experienced caregiver! I started this journey in 2013 with my first patient with Alzheimer's and dementia. I was with her for 6 years until she passed. Afterwards I've had multiple hospice patients, traumatic brain injury, stroke patients and more! I also have experience in wound care, diabetes, feeding tube,...

Leigh S. says "Brittany was a caregiver for both my Mom & Dad for 2 years. I can't say enough good things about the amazing care she gave. Not only did she handle their...

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Mary P.

30+ Yrs Loving Caregiver (CNA)

Valparaiso, IN

4.5(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
home modification
dementia
I have worked in many different environments caring for those with all sorts of needs.. I am a retired CNA, and miss caring for others as I have for many years.. I can ensure that I possess the skills that your loved one may need.. Thank you so very much, and I look forward to hearing from those of you who may be interested in...

Sarah A. says "Mary was great, a calm and friendly helper who got along great with my dad. Helped us with meals, housekeeping including help with cat boxes! Bath...

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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 4.5

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Chesterton, IN

Caregivers in Chesterton, IN are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Tamara K.

Tamara has the skill and compassion to care for your loved one as if they were her own . She is so well versed at physical care, medicine,...

- kathy F.

Melissa L.

Melissa was wonderful with my elderly father.

- Ellie S.

Sherry C.

Sherry is a caring professional. She took excellent care of my mom.

- Care member

FAQs for finding caregivers in Chesterton, IN

Most private senior caregiver services in Chesterton, IN will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Chesterton.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Chesterton, IN on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $16.50 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.

There are currently 4 caregivers in Chesterton, IN on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Chesterton, IN or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Chesterton before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Chesterton, IN on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.

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