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60 caregivers are listed in Elgin, IL
The average rate is $22/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Elgin, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I have a soft spot for seniors. My grandmother was my best friend and I remember she always felt like a burden and little does she know I cherished every moment with her so I never want anyone who needs help to feel like a burden.
I am patent, caring and understanding. I find what seniors have to...
Kelly can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kelly was there for my grandma when she needed her the most! Kelly gave me peace of mind. Kelly was so good at communicating with me about grandma. Kelly is kind, loving, and compassionate! We will forever be grateful for all Kelly has done for our grandma."
Lacey R.
Gretchen V.
Saint Charles, IL
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.6
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm an experienced Senior Caregiver. I help seniors and their families by preparing meals, doing laundry, running errands, picking up prescriptions, taking them to Dr. appointments, doing light house work, and providing companionship.
I am experienced with bathing, feeding, toileting, administering medications and...
Gretchen can also help with: Home modification, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"She is a truly caring person, we feel like she is part of the family now. She is trustworthy and that is important when inviting someone into your home. I can't find words to express how grateful we are for her kindness and caring service."
Valeri P.
3.2
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Ora D. I live in Carpentersville. I am a RMA but work as a home caregiver. I love caring for seniors because they are very precious people. I have cared for seniors for many years now. I
enjoy bringing love, joy, and hope into their lives regarding the circumstance. "Only for serious potential clients that really...
Ora can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Ora is a very helpful, nurturing, caring, loving professional, responsible, respectful, intelligent, dependable and spiritual person. She provides the best care while caring for all people and has taken care of many families. Ora's gift is taking care of people...
Tara B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am trained and experienced in caregiving essentials such as:
Dementia Communications Strategies
Anxiety Reduction
Social Interaction
Cognitive Support
Warm Companionship
Games and Activities
Meals and Feeding Support
Dressing Assistance
Wheelchair Transfer
Personal Hygiene
You can call and text at anytime
Thank...
Stacey can also help with: Dementia, errands, home modification, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Stacey was so very helpful. I would definitely recommend her and I would also hire her again!"
Deanna W.
Lisa A.
Algonquin, IL
< $10/hr
5.0
(3)
My name is Lisa. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I have worked in assisted living environments as well as home care. Over the years I have had experience with a variety of needs: stroke, Alzheimer's, dementia, muscular dystrophy, Parkinson's, companion care, etc. I can help your loved one with their personal needs...
Lisa can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lisa is a wonderful caregiver. She is compassionate and kind. She took care of my mom for 10 months. She always tried to find ways to help my mom. I would highly recommend her to care for your loved one. "
Care member
Wendy B.
Barrington, IL
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Compassionate Alzheimer's Caregiver Available
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for 10 plus years with seniors. I have always had a special place in my heart for them. I am kind, caring, compassionate and patient. I am also honest, trustworthy, reliable and capable. I have worked in facilities and in home. I prefer in home for the one on one. I have been trained in medication administration,...
Wendy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"For the last three years, Wendy has cared for my mother who's in her mid-70s and has advanced Parkinson's, as well as for my father who had leukemia and has since passed away. We loved Wendy and the excellent care she gave and would've loved to keep her on forever,...
Martina S.
Zeferina M.
Hanover Park, IL
$17-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
I have been working as a caregiver for around 6 years now. I can help with things that need to be done around the house. For example, laundry, cooking, cleaning and more. I'm willing to learn new things. I speak English and Spanish. I can also go shopping for food or anything that is needed.
Zeferina can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Maritheo R.
Hoffman Estates, IL
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
Starting as a CNA back in the day, for many years now I've been a private caregiver working with both male and female clients with many different cases including but not limited to, Incontinence, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Cerebral Palsy, as well as all stages of ALS. More specifically involving skills including...
Maritheo can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"My family member has ALS and had many needs. Tikki is everything you need in a caregiver: skilled, responsible, punctual, reliable, professional, and not only did he learn quickly, he also takes initiative. He is respectful and formed a bond and friendship not only...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've taken care of senior couples, managing their monthly bills, coordinating outside activities, cooking, cleaning and also doing their groceries. I'm compassionate, good listener, conversationalist and very patient. I would have continued as a caregiver but gave up on it to raise my two kids. They are currently in middle...
Brenda can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Brenda is absolutely wonderful at her job! She started with us as a Cleaning Lady. ....then we found out that she had a CNA and she had worked as a Caregiver for people dealing with Dementia. She was such a good fit for us that we worked out a way that she could...
Susan O.
5.0
(2)
Compassionate caregiver with over 15 years experience providing exceptional service in the Barrington Hills, Lake, Cook county area. Resume & letters of recommendation available upon request via email.
Planning and shopping for meals
Cooking
Light cleaning
Doctors appointment and errands
Laundry and ironing
Gardening
And many...
Vickie can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, personal care
5.0
"Vickie is the best home care provider ever! She is a wonderful companion to my Mother, who is 92. Vickie has worked for us for 3 years. She cleans my Mom's bathroom, kitchen, etc., with detail and care. She helps her bathe, takes her to doctor appointments, ensures...
Karen G.
Lorie G.
Saint Charles, IL
$23-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
MANY YEARS HOME CARE EXPERIENCE- I Bring HOPE & HELP To Families
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Life can be challenging as is... even more so for people with dealing with mental or physical conditions.
I'm passionate about assisting men and ladies with cognitive & physical challenges lead fulfilling lives by helping with daily living tasks so that they can be as independent as they desire to be :)
I gained my experience...
Lorie can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She always showed empathy for my medical issues. She provided the physical assistance that allowed me to feel safe. She was positive with the hospital staff and other patients. She truly does CARE about the client’s health and welfare. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Harriet , I'm a 46yr old female, I have experience in CNA and DSP for over 10yrs. I have acquired experience in caregiving over the years working in nursing homes, assisted living, group homes and private individual homes.
I gained expertise in areas such
Lead CNA
supervise other CNAs, ensuring high-quality care...
Harriet can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Harriet cared for my mother who was 93 with Alzheimer’s and dementia. I cannot say enough about the impeccable care my mother received from Harriet. I am a nurse myself and so, of course, my standards of care are extremely high. Harriet exceeded my expectations on...
Lisa P.
I am a positive, outgoing person who had to grow up early and help take care of my mother, the reasoning behind me becoming a caregiver. I have been a caregiver for approximately 8 years. Things I assist with are Light Housekeeping, Medication Reminder, Dressing and meal prep.
Cindi can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia
Grace T.
Carpentersville, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Passionate And Experienced Caregiver With References
Extensive 20+ years of experience as professional caregiver. I have work with Dementia, Alzheimer, Cancer(most), Diabetic, Heart Disease, Parkinson's, Ostomy (Colostomy), Hospice Care and much more. Biometric/Fingerprint, background check and Medical Care Center clearance for work available with wonderful continuous references...
Grace can also help with: Visiting nurse, home modification, dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Roselia W.
Streamwood, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced caregiver with CPR and CNA certification. Organized, collaborative . Caring, compassionate, friendly, dependable and punctual. Honest and dedicated worker. . I have experience with Alzheimer's patients.
Roselia can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
I'm a 28-year-old mom with lots of love and compassion, patience and kindness to give and use as a caregiver.
Abigal can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning
I possess a strong commitment to team environment dynamics with the ability to contribute expertise and follow leadership directives at appropriate times
Thrive in a team environment and work well with others
Enjoy working as a team member as well as independently
Team leader and team player
Russel can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Cleopatra C.
Hoffman Estates, IL
$20-28/hr • 3 yrs exp
Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver With Three Years Of Experience Providing Exceptional Ca
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with three years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly patients
I'd describe my personality as Dedicated, reliable, kind , happy and caring
I like caring for seniors because that's my area of of life . l have always liked to help and save lives my goal to become a nurse
I'm...
Cleopatra can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Hi, My name is Altantsetseg, aka Emma. I've been doing caregiver job for last 10+ years on and off. I used to do live-in caregiver, but now only do part-time caregiving. I've worked with seniors who needs companion, needs help with their daily activities, medicine management, also ones with dementia.
Altantsetseg can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
Guadalupe R.
Carpentersville, IL
$18-36/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working for an Agency for almost 3 years as a caregiver. Helped with bathing , cooking , feeding , running errands. As well as just there for companionship ((: I have experience with elders on wheelchairs, deaf, dementia.
Guadalupe can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, dementia & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Elgin, IL
Kelly A.
5.0
Kelly was there for my grandma when she needed her the most! Kelly gave me peace of mind. Kelly was so good at communicating with me about grandma. Kelly is kind, loving, and compassionate! We will forever be grateful for all Kelly has done for our grandma.
- Lacey R.
Gretchen V.
5.0
Gretchen is wonderful at taking charge and getting organized and situated. I felt at ease when she was care taking for my mother. I relied on her expertise and knowledge and I would hire her again. She is trustworthy and someone you can count on.
- Erica K.
Ora D.
5.0
Ora is a very helpful, nurturing, caring, loving professional, responsible, respectful, intelligent, dependable and spiritual person. She provides the best care while caring for all people and has taken care of many families. Ora's gift is taking care of people and that is why she is a beautiful...
- Tara B.
Stacey H.
5.0
Stacey was so very helpful. I would definitely recommend her and I would also hire her again!
- Deanna W.
Lisa A.
5.0
Lisa is a wonderful caregiver. She is compassionate and kind. She took care of my mom for 10 months. She always tried to find ways to help my mom. I would highly recommend her to care for your loved one.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Elgin, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Elgin, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Elgin, 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 Elgin.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Elgin, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Elgin, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.10 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 Elgin, IL?
There are currently 20 caregivers in Elgin, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Elgin, 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 Elgin before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Elgin, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Elgin, 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.