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Dementia
companionship
Caregiver for Seniors. Good with clients for companionship or dementia. Two-hour minimum shift. I like to engage in conversation, go with clients on outings. I live near uptown and work clients within 5 mi of me as I do not drive. Have worked with 10 families. I'm upbeat, dependable, find creative ways to engage. Am certified...
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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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
+ 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...
I'm A Serious And Responsible Person, Experienced Caregiver , Trustworthy Person.
Chicago, IL
5.0(1)
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- $22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 family 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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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Personal care
dementia
live-in home care
home modification
respite care
+ 1 more
* CNA- Certified Nursing Assistance, Physical Rehabilitation Aide, CPR * 16 Years of experience including private duty, nursing home, hospice: DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMER'S, PARKINSON'S, feeding tube, suffer stroke, oxygen, diabetics, heart failure, cancer, Hoyer lift, etc. *Languages: English, Polish, Russian. * I like working with...
Katherine B. says "Barbara worked with my mom for nearly six years- right up until the day she died. She was a godsend to our family. Initially, we ask Barbara to spend...
Live-in home care
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
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I have many years of professional experience working directly with others in a kind, loving and supportive role. I have had the privilege of working with adults as a caregiver, students of all ages as a tutor and children as young as newborn twins as a nanny. I earned my M. Ed. in Counselor Education from Clemson University and...
Care Member says "Kimberly is a very warm, compassionate, empathic, intelligent, knowledgeable, and extremely capable caregiver. She went above and beyond in helping me...
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- $20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
hospice services
My experience has been providing companionship to seniors, cooking for them, cleaning, doing their laundry, taking them to the doctor's appointments and anywhere they need to go. I take care of them as if they are my own family. Seniors deserve that and much more.
My experience includes being companions to the elderly and/or...
Kathy D. says "I had a mistake review of J on here before that was meant for another caregiver. J is very kind and calm and has a very calming energy. Our schedule was...
Passionate Full-time Caregiver Available Open Available For Personal Care,companionship,housekeepin
Chicago, IL
5.0(1)
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My past experience includes but not limited to, caring for seniors that have Alzheimer's, loss of mobility and one's that need companions. I love what I do because I love people, I love being around people and I always learn life lessons from my elders no matter what condition they're in. I'm gentle and compassionate about what...
Inis C. says "Jessica has been a wonderful addition to David's life! She makes sure his home is clean and well organized, she has truly been an improvement to his home...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 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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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
personal care
+ 1 more
My journey into caregiving began with a lifelong passion for supporting the well-being and independence of others. With 24 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, 9yrs skilled nursing homes, 15yrs in homecare, I prioritize providing the high-quality, attentive care that every person deserves. I am calm under...
Melissa W. says "Elissa is compassionate, patient & experienced with people with dementia. "
Light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
A soft hearted caregiver for 24 years who served several clients with congestive heart failure , COPD, stroke , dementia , parkinson s disease, enlarged prostate and hospice patients. I drive with my own car, do grocery shopping, light housekeeping, cooking, feeding and laundry. Have excellent references if required.
I have...
Care Member says "MarLou is an incredible caregiver. She is perpetually optimistic, skilled and is laser focused on her job and is not distracted by any dynamic...
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
errands
Hi, good day! I am EMIE, a Filipino caregiver who's passionate, loving, honest, and 9 years counting this year experienced. Being a caregiver my own philosophy, you are mature mentally and emotionally knowing your clients needs most the best care and understanding. My expertise are; Dementia, Alzheimer, Diabetic, Parkinson,...
Patty L. says "Emie took care of my parents for 5 years. She is not just a caregiver but she is part of our family. She is knowledgeable, nurturing and so kind. We would...
Light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Sylvia , I'm a 4th year medical student, I have been working as a Caregiver and CNA for over 6years now.
I've grown to love taking care of the elderly like they are my own relatives. I have also taken care of children and mentally disabled people. I have experience with transportation, transfer, dementia, stroke and...
Lucy H. says "I worked together with her to take care of a very difficult client. But she was so patient and well knowledgeable about what to do to calm them down."
Light cleaning
companionship
home modification
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I Am a Filipina caregiver and I have a very good heart for my patients and very responsible towards my work. I've been working this kind of job for over 15 years to a different clients and I have a lot of references so that you could ask about me from my previous jobs . I am very compassionate, good companion and I used to take...
Amanda E. says "It is my pleasure to introduce Maricel! Maricel cared for my 95 year old mother for seven months from Aug 2017 to Feb 2018 her passing. During that time...
Hospice services
companionship
home modification
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a compassionate and kind-hearted Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with seven years of experience caring for seniors in nursing homes, private homes, and rehab centers. I started caregiving when my grandfather got sick, and that experience taught me how rewarding it is to help others and bring comfort to their lives.
I love...
Scott C. says "Oluwatope was the best in-home caregiver we had for the last 4 years of my mother in law's life. She was extremely compassionate, caring, very thorough in...
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
personal care
light cleaning
As a care coordinator for over 18 years, I integrate wellbeing practices for seniors, children and pets as well as traditional care giving tasks. These holistic practices include reiki, gentle yoga and pilates, guided breathing meditations, art sessions, and mediations during and after treatments in home or hospital locations....
Kathleen R. says "The whole family looked forward to the days Cindy would come. She was reliable, thoughtful, patient, hard working and a good communicator. Her good...
Light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been working with seniors for the past 10 year, duties and responsibilities include bathing, companionship, light house keeping, meal preparations, outing with the clients. PERSONAL OBJECTIVE I have a strong commitment to serving the needs of individuals with special needs, especially adults and people with developmental...
Hospice services
companionship
home modification
dementia
light cleaning
+ 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.
Educated, Compassionate And Reliable Caregiver Seeking Part-time Opportunity
Chicago, IL
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- $23/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
errands
meal prep
home modification
transportation
+ 1 more
I am an educated, compassionate and reliable caregiver with over 12 years of experience and a multitude of excellent references. Fully bilingual and multicultural (English/Spanish). I am seeking an opportunity as an independent caregiver and offer my exceptional care-giving services in patient and family homes, nursing homes,...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
live-in home care
I am an extremely capable and compassionate individual with extensive experience in elderly care-giving. I am hardworking, honest, able to take initiative and go beyond the expectations of an employer. My qualifications include: - warm, loving, and caring attitude. I am able to handle emergency and unforeseen situations. I own a...
Light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am caregiver that perform a variety of tasks to support the needs of my patient.
Personal care: Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene
Medication: Administering oral and topical medications as prescribed by a doctor
Health monitoring: Monitoring clients' health and wellbeing, and reporting any...
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511 caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of November 2026
The average star rating for rated caregivers is 4.5
Recent caregiver reviews from local families in Chicago, IL
Caregivers in Chicago, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 55 reviews of the 510 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.
Filipina C.
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...
- Care member
Maria C.
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...
- Silvia A.
FAQs for finding caregivers in Chicago, IL
How do I find a senior caregiver near me in Chicago, IL?
Finding a senior caregiver in Chicago, IL often begins with identifying the level of care your loved one needs, whether that includes companionship, help with daily routines, or more hands-on personal assistance. Families typically compare caregiver profiles based on experience, availability, hourly rates, and the types of services offered. Many seniors in Chicago begin with support such as companion care, which provides social interaction and help with everyday tasks while allowing older adults to remain comfortably at home.
What services do in-home senior caregivers provide in Chicago, IL?
In-home senior caregivers in Chicago, IL help older adults remain safe and independent while living in their own homes. Common services include companionship, meal preparation, medication reminders, transportation to appointments, mobility assistance, and help with daily activities such as dressing or bathing. Some seniors may also benefit from specialized support such as memory care services or exploring different home care aide options depending on their health needs.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Chicago, IL in 2026?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Chicago, IL on Care.com as of November, 2026 is $22.74 per hour. Caregiver costs in Chicago can vary depending on the level of care needed, the caregiver’s experience, and whether care is needed part-time, full-time, or live-in. Understanding the typical price range for private home care and the broader cost of in-home care and ways families pay for it can help families set expectations when comparing caregiver options.
Are private senior caregivers in Chicago, IL background checked?
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.
What should I look for when hiring a caregiver for an elderly parent in Chicago, IL?
When hiring a caregiver for an elderly parent in Chicago, IL, families often evaluate experience working with seniors, reliability, communication style, and the types of services offered. It can also help to think about your loved one’s daily routine, personality, and care needs so you can find someone who is a strong personal fit. Many families use guidance on choosing the right home care provider fit when comparing caregivers in Chicago.
What is the difference between in-home care and assisted living for seniors in Chicago, IL?
In-home care allows seniors in Chicago, IL to receive personalized support while continuing to live in their own home, often with help from caregivers who assist with daily tasks, companionship, and mobility support. Assisted living communities provide housing, meals, and structured care services within a residential facility setting. Families deciding between these options often compare independence, level of care needed, and lifestyle preferences when evaluating in-home care vs assisted living.
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