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Dwight O.

Caregiver For Seniors For Companionship/Dementia (2 Hour Minimum)

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
Caregiver for Seniors. I am especially good with clients for companionship or dementia. Two-hour minimum shift. I like to engage in conversation, go with clients on outings. Have worked with 10 families. I'm upbeat, dependable, find creative ways to engage. Am certified caregiver thru Care. com. Less interested in body care. I...

Anna F. says "Dwight is a highly intelligent, kind, compassionate person who brings curiosity, empathy, and integrity to his care giving work with older adults. An...

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Kelly M.

Exceptional Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Greetings! I'm Kelly, a compassionate, reliable caregiver, available to assist. I have 20 years of experience working in hospice, hospitals, assisted living and private home settings. I'm skilled in caring for seniors with health conditions, specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's care. Listening, patience, communication...

Care Member says "Confident posture & a greeting smile"

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Lily M.

Part-Time Worker Available To Help With Care Giving, Pet Sitting, Or Tutoring

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
personal care
I recently moved to Chicago to be closer to friends and am eager to start work in my new community. My background includes teaching at the high school and college level, so tutoring comes easily for me. But I am also a caregiver - for both humans and fur babies. Growing up in a large family (my father had 12 siblings), over...

Care Member says "Lily is a kind, thoughtful and intelligent caregiver. She has been an excellent companion for my cognitively challenged spouse. Always willing to...

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Natacha P.

Chicago, IL

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. Possess certification in first aid techniques as well as CPR. Excel at exemplifying proper bedside manner. Specialization in looking after elderly...

Care Member says "Natacha has been taking care of my aging nonagenarian relative, who has an array of behavioral issues, for past 18 months. She is among the very few...

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Lashawn G.

Home Health Aide Available Full-Time

Chicago, IL

4.9(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
I'm 50 years old I have been in the health field working as a Caregiver for over 20 years. I take pride in my profession I enjoy working with the elderly. It gives me a sense of purpose in life. I started just helping the elderly at my Grandmother's church. I started enjoying it so much that I made health care my profession. I'm...

Crystal B. says "Lashawn is very professional and prompt. She was very flexible for our family needs. She was truly a pleasure in our time of need. Will use her in the...

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Putheavy B.

Helpful, Friendly, Hardworking And Time Management

Chicago, IL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello, My name is Putheavy. I am a caregiver. I am available every Wednesday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. Am to 4:00 p.m. If you need help please send me a text. Thank you for your support my service.

Care Member says "She has a good heart. And always trying to help others."

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Veronica G.

Independent Care Giver

Chicago, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hi 'My Name Veronica I've been a caregiver for 20+ years. I love to work with all types of patients, and I found that I' m especially good with individuals that have dementia, and Alzheimer's. I am comfortable doing all services required to help my client's better lives. several things l especially like to do are play board...

William H. says "Veronica is very good to my parents. She is very patient and kind to my mother, who has dementia, and my father. She messages me every time she arrives...

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Allegra D.

Experienced Caregiver And Housekeeper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I have 10 yrs. experience working with older adults in the medical field and in a care giving capacity; I'm currently earning my masters degree in nursing, part time. I pride myself on quality interaction and enjoy bringing a smile to people's faces. I was a public school music teacher for 15 years and also owned my own cleaning...

Denise K. says "Allegra has been a God send.. She gets things done efficiently and is a joy to be around. She's helpful and caring and I highly recommend her as a...

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Anna K.

Super Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$0/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
CNA female carring and patient, very attentive with a lot of experience with all kind of. medical conditions. exellent comand of English. Reliable car and high work ethics . nonsmoker and nondrinker.

Bob M. says "Anna was a great caregiver and helping hand for my elderly mother. She was very supportive when we needed her most."

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Kathy M.

CNA With 8 Years In Hospice & 13 Years As A Private Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
respite care
personal care
hospice services
I am a CNA who has 18 years experience, 8 of those years I worked in hospice. I am CPR and Dementia certified as well. I'm available for overnight shifts, five days a week including weekends. I love what I do because there is such a great need. So many seniors do not get the proper care they deserve. If I can make a difference,...

Katrina P. says "Both my mother and I spoke with Kathy about caring for my dad. While a family emergency prevented her from starting, I was so comforted and impressed...

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Marissa M.

Helping Hands Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a CNA with 22 years Please read my reviews from my clients and their families. please note I am allergic to cats but I'm comfortable with dogs. My experience of people, I care for people with dementia and Alzheimer's. I enjoy keeping my clients active . Walks , play games that they may enjoy , bake and most of all is...

Care Member says "Marissa has been caring for my father (who has Alzheimer’s) for two years. She is kind, patient and reliable, and her presence is truly comforting. My...

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Sophia K.

20+ YEARS EXP AS TOP CHICAGOLAND CAREGIVER

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have worked with elderly people for over 20 years ranging from a luxury care facility to a memory care unit to in home private care. I was with my last client for nine years in which I was responsible for all aspects of her day to day life. I was also responsible for hiring and overseeing two care givers which were part of...

Jon G. says "Sophia provided outstanding interim part-time care for my 93 year old mother. Sophie is very conscientious and dependable. She is always thinking of new...

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Ewa B.

Caregiver, Companion, Housekeeper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
I have an experience taking care of elderly people. I worked as a caregiver for a wonderful family. I loved my job and became very close with them. I visit with them to this day and treat them like my own family. I'm very energetic and positive person. I love to smile and give people good energy.

Care Member says "Ewa helped my mother for the last two years of her life. She was very dedicated, loving, fun, and knowledgeable about my mother's medical and exercise...

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Emmanuel A.

Full-time/Part-time Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
My experience caring for seniors has been tremendously life-time changing experience. I always have a thought in mind that this is their (seniors) time for them to reap from what they have sown during their years of hard work. I take a great pride in caring for seniors because they are very comforting and dependable. I have...

Carrie B. says "Emmanuel worked for my father as fill in over a 4 day weekend and since as daily fill in. We found him very pleasant and willing to do anything to help....

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Sheila H.

Part-time Caregiver/Companion/Personal Assistant/Housekeeping

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I am the right person to take care of your loved one because I am a kind and compassionate individual with extreme patience. I care and want to help individuals who cannot help themselves. I feel that I am the right person for the job because I would treat your loved one like they were my own. I love being around the elderly...

Azadeh T. says "Sheila provided excellent care for my mother and her dedication deserves recognition. Her professionalism, compassion, and friendliness were truly...

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Filipina C.

Filipina Fun-loving Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I'm a blessed mother of 3 wonderful grown-up kids. I am positive, energetic & fun - loving caregiver. I have 10 + years of experience with different cases like patients dealing with dementia, Parkinson's, cancer, hip injury, stroke & merely being a companion. I am passionate in my job of helping people especially the elderly...

Care Member says "Faye worked in my cousin's home as a live-in caregiver for his mother, my aunt. She was responsible for her daily personal needs and administered her...

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Maria C.

I'm A Serious And Responsible Person, Experienced Caregiver , Trustworthy Person.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
I worked previously for someone for 4 years. At the beginning as a caregiver during the day and after a while live in. She passed away because of old age. I'm avalabile from 1 p.m. till 7 a.m. next morning Monday-Friday.

Silvia A. says "In beginning of 2018 my father had his 4th stroke and that's when he started needing help around the house. That's when I started looking for someone but...

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Patty B.

Live In Companion/Homemaker Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I am 54 yrs , Born in Chicago. I am vaccinated If you have who still resides in their home but needs 24/7 assistance's with oversight with daily activities such as cooking, bathing, daily hygiene, give medications ... my assistance has been provide fro several senior citizens in the past I have many Talents of caring for ill and...

Patricia P. says "I have MS and need meal prep, help with mobility, etc. She keeps me healthy, assures that I exercise to maintain my muscle tone and most importantly...

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Izabela W.

Caring Companion Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Izabel. I have over 15 years of experience. Top references. I am looking for a full or part-time job as a caregiver/companion. I provide light housecleaning, cooking, preparing meals, feeding, dressing, bathing, managing medications, doctor appointments, making groceries , walks, physical therapy, and much more ....

Care Member says "Izabela is a wonderful caregiver. She is incredibly reliable even though she commutes at a distance to us; she is attentive, an amazing communicator,...

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Ewa C.

Diligent Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I believe my most useful qualities in this role are patience and kindness. I worked primarily in home health, traveling from client to client.

Diane G. says "I hired Ewa to drive me to and from a medical procedure in December 2022. She was comfortable/knowledgeable in the hospital setting and knowing that she...

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  • 449 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.17/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 4.6

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL

Caregivers in Chicago, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 243 reviews of the 449 listed caregivers

Dwight O.

Dwight is a highly intelligent, kind, compassionate person who brings curiosity, empathy, and integrity to his care giving work with older...

- Anna F.

Kelly M.

Confident posture & a greeting smile

- Care member

Lily M.

Lily is a kind, thoughtful and intelligent caregiver. She has been an excellent companion for my cognitively challenged spouse. Always...

- Care member

FAQs for finding caregivers in Chicago, IL

Most private senior caregiver services in Chicago, IL 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 Chicago.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Chicago, IL on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $21.17 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 449 caregivers in Chicago, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Chicago, IL 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 Chicago before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Chicago, IL 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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