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60 caregivers are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Des Plaines, IL
Cailee S.
Park Ridge, IL
$9-14/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have never been a hired caregiver before, but am going into the medical field and have considered careers such as a personal care assistant. Also, in the past during the summers I have been the primary caregiver to my grandfather giving me some experience. I have been a Healthcare Coordinator for a summer camp as well where I...
Cailee can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Recent review:
5.0
Hired for care for my elderly father. She was very reliable and had we a great experience. Such a compassionate soul!
Caryl M.
5.0
(2)
My name is Martha, Im a CNA, I have worked for sunrise Senior living for over a year, I've been a caregiver for a period of 8 yrs and as a private caregiver and also as a caregiver for the agencies. I'm hard working, compassionate, caring, I love my job.
Martha can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Recent reviews:
5.0
Martha became like family helping my terminally ill mother. She was reliable, always on time and became someone we could depend on. She did grocery shopping, light house keeping, companionship and as my mother declined, we felt like she was in safe hands with...
Care member
Anna J.
Elk Grove Village, IL
$23-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Anna and I am a responsible, honest and patient senior caretaker. I am a dedicated caregiver with 6 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors. I have a strong caregiving background and skills that have made me very comfortable working around with anyone who needs any sort of assistance. For example, I...
Anna can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep, personal care & more
Recent review:
5.0
Anna took care of my grandmother for 2 years. Anna took great care of her and always attended to her needs. Grandma liked to have Anna around. She is very kind, very patient and hard working person. She was reliable, honest and dedicated to her job. Anna was a...
Diana G.
Elzbieta C.
Elk Grove Village, IL
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Looking For A Full Time Job
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Elizabeth! I've been a caregiver for almost 20 years now and through out the years I got a lot of experience with dementia patients, Alzheimer's patients, and Parkinson Disease patients. I've worked with many different clients and I have a lot of letters of recommendations from my past clients. I have a...
Elzbieta can also help with: Home modification, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, personal care
Recent reviews:
5.0
I hired Elzbieta to care for my mom who had late stages of dementia. From our very first meeting I knew she would be perfect and was. She was caring, patient, very clean and prepared home cooked meals. Now that my mom is no longer here I hope to remain friends...
Barbara L.
5.0
(9)
Hello everyone. I'm polish caregivers with 14 years of experience and a big heart. I been talking care of a patient with Ileostomy bag, Parkinson's, Alzheimer, ALS, dementia's, cancer, mobility issues, MS, etc.
I m certified CNA, Nutritionist, Patient care technician, EKG and phlebotomist technician. My places of work ranges...
Klaudia can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Recent reviews:
5.0
Klaudia is a warm, sensitive person. She gets along well with patients. She has great knowledge and experience. I am glad that my dad had the best care in his last months of life.
Nayah J.
3.3
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
* 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...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Recent reviews:
3.0
We are looking for an every other Weekend Care Giver (my friend Linda who needs the Care Giver and myself) and Barbara responded to my AD. I spoke with her on 2/1/18 and phoned her again 2/2/18 to set up an interview however she said her family does not want her...
Bonnie F.
5.0
(1)
I am a very caring, responsible, and organized person and have had 25 more years of experience. I like what I do because I love to help seniors and see them happy.
I am interested in night time shifts.
Ruta can also help with: Home modification, personal care, respite care, visiting nurse, visiting physician, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Best of the best , I'm fun and friendly full of energy and very entertaining. I love to engage and interact with my patient to get them comfortable for their daily activities and needs. I'm looking for families who kind and supportive towards their employees, for the best possible care for their loved ones .
Deloris can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Recent review:
5.0
Is that Deloris personality stand out, she is very successfully, excellent in her profession. Very accomplished in her endeavors. Demonstrating outstanding skills. Very knowledgeable and inspiring. Resourceful, and full on confident. Very punctual and on time. Very...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, Dear!
I finished Nursing School of Medical Science University, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. I was worked Hospital #3, like as Registered Nurse.
My Nursing Diploma doesn't allowed to work RN in USA, so I have been working as like CNA, caregiver for 18 years in Chicago area.
I'm professional, compassionate and trustworthy.
I have...
Odonchimeg can also help with: Dementia, home modification, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
While the timing didn't work our to hire Odonchimeg, I was so impressed with her warmth, kindness and professionalism.
Katrina P.
5.0
(4)
Dedicated, service focused professional, healthcare and nursing assistant
Highly motivated and reliable worker with the ability to quickly learn new concepts and skills.
Backed by a solid work history , reputation and commitment to help others.
Background includes experience caring for terminally ill patients.
Ana can also help with: Personal care, transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ana is not only a superb human but a stellar caregiver as well. Ana took care of my mother for over five years. Ana is a gem in that she anticipates the client's needs often before the client knows what s/he needs. She is well versed in medical issues and is...
Julia M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Juliana, I have been a caregiver for over 9 years. Especially Skills with Dementia , Alzheimer, Hoyer Lift, light housekeeping, Companionship, and Memory loss and many more. I am Reliable , dependable and honest. I am a caregiver because I enjoy helping others especially the elders. I will not be only a caregiver, I...
Juliana can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Recent reviews:
5.0
I was delighted to find Juliana! She is a rare gem. Super reliable, trust worthy, and likes to stay busy. Juliana does great work and is a loving and kind person who is always smiling. If you hire her your life will be easier. She will always come through for...
Leigh K.
Haidee D.
Morton Grove, IL
$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
I've been working as a private caregiver for more than 7 years and treated each one as family. I can help with meal preparation, medication, doctors appointment, transportation and light house chores. Ive worked with elders with Alzheimer's and dementia.
Recent reviews:
5.0
She's kind and respectful. My Mother loved her.
Gayle L.
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate and Trustworthy person. For 26 years, I have provided professional caregiving, meal preparation, personal care, light housekeeping and transportation services to my wonderful clients , some of whose families have become lifelong friends. My former clients or their surviving families can provide detailed...
Russel can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Recent reviews:
5.0
She is very good at everything she does personal care, lighthouse keeping, companionship, very good cook. Sweet natured helpful kind young woman. Honest, trust worthy
very dependable.
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Alpha. I am a Caregiver. I have experience doing in home care and I have worked in nursing care facilities. I have experience with Dementia/Alzheimer's. My CNA license is presently active. I am a responsible, patient and caring adult that you will be happy with the day you choose me.
Alpha can also help with: Dementia, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Recent review:
5.0
Ms W was always on time, and dependable. She ALWAYS maintained the dignity of the people she was caring for. She was always professional and kind. She had very good boundaries and acted as an advocate for her patients. She had excellent judgment and respected...
Rory L.
Verica Z.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Non medical caregiver with 15 years of experience.
Services provided:
-Senior companionship
-Light housekeeping
-Meal preparation
-Grocery shopping
-Personal care
-ADL
-Transportation to medical appointments
- Medication reminders
Verica can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Recent reviews:
5.0
Extremely knowledgeable and caring. Often goes above and beyond. Very personable and friendly. She continues to make the effort to help us out when we need her.
John M.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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 ....
Izabela can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
Recent reviews:
5.0
Iza took care of my Aunt for three years. Not only did she care for her and took her to appointments, she also took her on outings and came up with activities to engage her mind. She is a true treasure.
James M.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..
Lavinia can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Licensed Nurse
CPR
Recent reviews:
4.0
Lavinia was very caring with my Mom & she would fill me in with matters regarding her care. She would still be working with my parents if we hadn't decided to bring my parents to Florida where we live
I would be happy to talk to anyone who would like more...
Jan B.
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate caregiver with 7 years of experience working in assisted living facilities and private homes.
Passionate about elderly care, skilled at managing schedules and keeping clients as active as possible.
Culturally sensitive with the ability to provide both physical and emotional support to clients.
Willing to...
Thandiwe can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Recent review:
5.0
She is awesome very hard working
Care member
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jazmin and I am a current CNA/Caregiver. I have worked in this field for over 10 years. I genuinely enjoy the work I do. Meeting and bonding with my clients & their families is a great feeling. Caring for someone's loved one is a great responsibility and a great privilege as well. I have experience ranging from total...
Jazmin can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Recent reviews:
5.0
Phenomenal caregiver and CNA whose time with my Mom will be forever appreciated! Jazmin is compassionate, knowledgeable, trustworthy and attentive with a real heart for the elderly. She was even willing to assist Mom in the hospital and transition her to the rehab...
Mary B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! Over the past nine years I have helped care for several ladies suffering from memory loss. I feel God has given me a real gift to help those that are suffering and I would be honored if you would consider me to help when you are away. I have a clean background, 4 yr college degree and desire to support my myself and my...
Jonie can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, respite care & more
Recent review:
5.0
Jonie is a very devoted caregiver who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She has a strong work ethic and is always reliable. She even tended my garden for weeks on end last year while I was away due to a family emergency.
Any human, pet or plant...
Betty A.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Cailee S.
5.0
Hired for care for my elderly father. She was very reliable and had we a great experience. Such a compassionate soul!
- Caryl M.
Martha A.
5.0
Martha became like family helping my terminally ill mother. She was reliable, always on time and became someone we could depend on. She did grocery shopping, light house keeping, companionship and as my mother declined, we felt like she was in safe hands with Martha. She was physically capable for...
- Care member
Anna J.
5.0
Anna took care of my grandmother for 2 years. Anna took great care of her and always attended to her needs. Grandma liked to have Anna around. She is very kind, very patient and hard working person. She was reliable, honest and dedicated to her job. Anna was a pleasure to have around and I am glad...
- Diana G.
Elzbieta C.
5.0
I hired Elzbieta to care for my mom who had late stages of dementia. From our very first meeting I knew she would be perfect and was. She was caring, patient, very clean and prepared home cooked meals. Now that my mom is no longer here I hope to remain friends with her and her daughter.
Elzbieta...
- Barbara L.
Klaudia S.
5.0
I interviewed Klaudia for a position with taking care of my father. She was a great interview. I hope she can take the position I offered her.
- Kristen S.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Des Plaines, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Des Plaines, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Des Plaines, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com as of April, 2024 is $21.67 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 Des Plaines, IL?
There are currently 39 caregivers in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Des Plaines, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Des Plaines, 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.
Ratings for Des Plaines, IL caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Caregivers in Des Plaines, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 57 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers.