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Marissa M.
5.0
God sent us an angel in Marissa! Finding help for my husband's parents was a grueling, stressful experience. Then we found Marissa. She walked in with a smile as large as life, walked right up to my in-laws and engaged them in conversation with respect and dignity. She was genuinely interested in...
- Jane R.
Sophia K.
5.0
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 ideas and activities for her clients. My mother really enjoyed her support and companionship We highly recommend Sophia for any situation...
- Jon G.
Kris K.
5.0
Kris helped us out on several occasions. She is beyond what we would have expected in a caregiver. She has an amazing amount of positive energy. My parents are quite difficult and reluctant to have any help at all. Kris was able to get in and start a routine to take their meds regularly,...
- Linda S.
Danielle S.
5.0
Danielle is an exceptional worker. She was patient, courteous, kind and listens to the needs of her customer's needs. She was well liked by myself and dad when caring for him.
- Sheila B.
Barbara S.
5.0
Barbara cared for my mother when our regular caregiver went on vacation. Barbara was prompt, professional, and courteous, and my mom immediately liked her sweet disposition. Barbara was willing to do the work needed in a manner that kept my mom with Alzheimer's feeling positive towards her. She paid...
- Margaret R.
Caregivers in Chicago, IL
5.0
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Description:
I am looking for Full Time work .
My story is about a 67-year-old man who only needed a housekeeper twice a week. His illness progressed with time he was diagnosed with Parkinson's and dementia, due to his...
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5.0
God sent us an angel in Marissa! Finding help for my husband's parents was a grueling, stressful experience. Then we found Marissa. She walked in with a smile as large as life, walked right up to my in-laws and...
Reviewed by Jane R.
5.0
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Sheila H. | Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp • 67 yrs old
Part-time Caregiver/Companion/Personal Assistant/Housekeeping
Description:
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...
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5.0
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Sophia K. | Chicago, IL
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp • 57 yrs old
20+ YEARS EXP AS TOP CHICAGOLAND CAREGIVER
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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...
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5.0
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 ideas and activities for her clients. My mother...
Reviewed by Jon G.
4.0
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Description:
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...
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5.0
(4)
Description:
I am your person for 24/7, rota, short term, fill in, respite, vacation, sick and emergency coverage. (I am open to longer term for the right fit.) I don't require extensive training.
-Senior Care
-Household...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Kris helped us out on several occasions. She is beyond what we would have expected in a caregiver. She has an amazing amount of positive energy. My parents are quite difficult and reluctant to have any help...
Reviewed by Linda S.
5.0
(2)
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Hi!! My name is Kathy and I've been an RN 18 years. Besides bringing many years of nursing experience, people and leadership skills with me, I am very reliable & flexible. I have done patient/family teaching...
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5.0
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Beata K. | Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp • 59 yrs old
Available For Part Time,(Caregiver, Companionship, Meal Preparation)
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I worked as the companion and caregiver for a 70-year-old lady, provided on call care at all times of day and night, provided caring companionship to her and assistance with daily living activities, prepared...
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5.0
(6)
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I currently am an Outreach Coordinator in a retirement home/adult day care program where I have worked for over 15 years. I have experience with caring for people with Alzheimer's and dementia. I do have a C....
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5.0
Danielle is an exceptional worker. She was patient, courteous, kind and listens to the needs of her customer's needs. She was well liked by myself and dad when caring for him.
Reviewed by Sheila B.
4.8
(6)
Description:
I am a independent caregiver with many years of experience. I have flexible hours live-in or come and go, with loving care. During the years I have had different cases. I have been working with dementia,...
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5.0
Barbara cared for my mother when our regular caregiver went on vacation. Barbara was prompt, professional, and courteous, and my mom immediately liked her sweet disposition. Barbara was willing to do the work...
Reviewed by Margaret R.
5.0
(2)
Jurate C. | Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp • 56 yrs old
Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver Available.
Description:
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...
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5.0
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 changing a lot so I couldn't give J a normal schedule....
Reviewed by Kathy D.
5.0
(1)
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I am a CNA and currently work in a senior facility, providing companionship, socialization, meal preparation, hygiene, light housekeeping, glucose monitoring, and medication reminders to residents with dementia...
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5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Isabella and I am a recent graduate from The University of Kansas with a degree in business marketing. I have a passion for taking care of kids and helping people. I started babysitting for my...
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5.0
(1)
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Hello! My name is Jeanne and I have 2 paid years as a caregiver but have had extensive experience with two family members with Alzheimer. I worked as a caregiver at Norwood Senior Network from 2016 to 2018....
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5.0
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Valerie C. | Chicago, IL
$24-28/hr • 5 yrs exp • 76 yrs old
Educated, Organized And Optimistic Caregiver
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I enjoy helping to improve the quality of life of seniors. I like to cook and pride myself in providing healthy and balanced meals. I enjoy talking about seniors' backgrounds and families. If you need to...
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5.0
I hired Val to perform errands & odd jobs & also to assist with my care. She did grocery shopping & returned clothing to department stores, wrapped presents for me during the holidays, and helped me organize...
Reviewed by Linda B.
5.0
(1)
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I have 14 years of experience working as a total critical care caregiver. To name a few, I do basic CNA duties plus trache care, g-tube care, administration of oral & intravenous medication. To ensure the...
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Recent Review:
5.0
Marvin G. is an amazing caregiver! He worked 12 hour night shifts to care for my husband who was bed bound & critical ill on a ventilator with a trachea & feeding tube. Duties included: following strict...
Reviewed by Maribel W.
5.0
(1)
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I have 25 years of experience as a private caregiver helping individuals with chronic illness or injuries live a good quality of life. I have acquired experience in dealing with a multitude of medical and...
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5.0
Allan took care of my husband Richard for 3 yrs. He was bedbound, on a ventilator with a feeding tube. Allan managed the trache care, GJ tube care, bolus and continual feedings, oral and intravenous...
Reviewed by Maribel W.
5.0
(2)
Description:
I bring a total care approach to caregiving. By sitting with my caregiving clients and asking them engaging questions, I build an approach that is customized to the individual and beneficial for their health...
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Recent Review:
5.0
The whole family looked forward to the days Cindy would come. She was reliable, thoughtful, patient, hard working and a good communicator. Her good attitude always set the tone for day. Absolutely no...
Reviewed by Kathleen R.
5.0
(1)
Description:
I am 50 yrs , Born in Chicago Illinois. 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...
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5.0
(1)
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I have worked with seniors and disabled participants for 5 years. I began working as a home care giver. I have worked with people with dementia, alzheimer's, bed bond clients and all other medical conditions. I...
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5.0
(1)
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hello my name is Brittany I'm a certified nursing assistant I have 9 years of experience. I have worked in all the nursing homes in this area.. I experience in taking blood pressures, bathing, cleaning. I'm...
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Chicago, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me 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.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Chicago, IL in 2022?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Chicago, IL on Care.com as of December, 2022 is $18.34 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.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Chicago, IL?
There are currently 185 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.
Are private caregivers near me 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.