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Dwight O.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
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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Natacha P.

Chicago, IL

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Home modification
light cleaning
companionship
errands
hospice services
+ 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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Allegra D.

Experienced Caregiver And Housekeeper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
meal prep
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 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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Filipina C.

Filipina Fun-loving Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 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
$22/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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Barbara M.

Caregiver/Companion

Chicago, IL

3.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal 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...

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Justine A.

Male Caregiver 10 Year Experience

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
light cleaning
companionship
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Justin, and I have over a decade of experience in senior care, specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I am a Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA) with 6 years of experience in nursing facilities and 7+ years as a dedicated home caregiver. I'm skilled in various forms of patient transfers, including...

Care Member says "Justin was a caregiver for my mother for over a year. He was extremely reliable, knowledgeable with all ADLs, and cared about my mothers welfare. I...

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Kimberly N.

Intuitive & Kind Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
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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Lacey D.

Compassionate Caregiver

Chicago, IL

4.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
personal care
dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi, I have been providing care for seniors for over 5+years from Chicago to Northwest Indiana. My passion for taking care of the elderly comes from the love and compassion my grandparents showed me. I have a variety of skills and knowledge when it comes to taking care of families and their love ones. I look forward to meeting...
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Jurate C.

Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver Available.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
personal 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...

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Jessica S.

Passionate Full-time Caregiver Available Open Available For Personal Care,companionship,housekeepin

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 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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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
Hospice services
companionship
respite care
personal care
dementia
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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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
Light cleaning
mobility assistance
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 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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Elissa N.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
personal care
companionship
errands
meal prep
+ 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. "

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Ana C.

Always Hopeful

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
personal care
live-in home care
dementia
Taking care of the elderly and providing them companionship, love and attention for the past 19 years has been a fulfilling advocacy for me, it does not only give me an opportunity to be able to care and provide love for a special member of your family but also it gives me a chance to be able to share my life with someone who...

Care Member says "Ana is a dependable, caring and capable caregiver who always goes the extra mile. She took great care of me after my spinal surgery, no falls under her...

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Emie M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
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...

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Maria Elouisa L.

Experienced Compassionate CNA

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 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...

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Sylvia A.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 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."

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Maricel T.

Chicago, IL

3.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
mobility assistance
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 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...

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Rosario V.

An Individual Person Whose Compassionate , Reliable , Caring .

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
personal care
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have had 17 years experience in providing basic care to individuals. I am confident in my ability to provide the utmost level care to my patients. My work experience is always focused on direct patient care service which was both rewarding and valuable. My skills is capable of companion and respite care, g-tube , feeding,...

Care Member says "She is always had a pleasant disposition and a smile , even at 2 o' clock in the morning. If i should need the services of a caregiver again , I would...

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  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of August 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 79 reviews of the 497 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.

Natacha P.

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...

- Care member

Allegra D.

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...

- Denise K.

FAQs for finding caregivers 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.
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.
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Chicago, IL on Care.com as of August, 2026 is $22.34 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.
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.
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.
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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