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60 caregivers are listed in Elwood, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Elwood, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am looking to provide at home care. I have many, many years of experience in the medical field. I have done private duty for several families. I have managed the clinical dept. of a Dr.'s office for 12 yrs I have also worked as a Home Health Aide for 10+ years. I am experienced in dementia/Alzheimer care. I am a CNA and also...
Judith can also help with: Home modification, respite care, visiting nurse, personal care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Judy did a wonderful job providing overnight care for our loved one. She had a great caring and compassionate attitude. We felt comfortable knowing that she would respect our requests and the directives from the nursing staff. We enjoyed having Judy as part of...
Patty K.
Assist client with in-home regimen including personal hygiene, physical activity as per client ability, maintaining log of duties and pertinent information. Duties adapt to physical and mental capability of the client, respecting the person's home and rights of elderly and/or disabled. I have experience specifically with limited...
Peggy can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Teresa T.
Crest Hill, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Seeking To Provide Exemplary Service For Senior Such As Caregiver Companionship, Meal Preparation.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Very involved with clients and supportive
of their needs. Knowledgeable and experienced with dementia and Alzheimer's patients . Experienced in long term memory care facility and hospice setting. I'm CPR certified and qualified experienced with senior bathing hygiene.
Teresa can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Teresa is a blessing! My parents love her! She is dependable, has great communication and goes above and beyond to ensure my dad is okay. She checks in on my parents and they trust her!"
Meagan J.
Alain M.
Joliet, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am The Caregiver That You Need For Your Loved One Because I Work With So Much Love And Patience.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I specialize in dementia care. I believe that they should be given love and proper care care in order to retain their dignity and can still live a life that they deserve.
I'd describe my personality as happy, positive and compassionate.
I like caring for seniors because I always believe that in spite of their age they still...
Alain can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Elanie was great with mom. Very caring and attentive. Went out of her way to ensure moms comfort"
Care member
Anya M.
Joliet, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving Caregiver, Compassionate, Caring For You And Your Loved One
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 years of experience as a caregiver. I can help with Transportation Services, Meal Preparation, bathing, medicine reminder. Housekeeping. Laundry. Etc. I can assure that your love ones are being taking good care. Has a CNA certification.
Anya can also help with: Errands, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
(5)
Dependable, caregiver/therapist. I provide caring, compassionate companionship to the elderly, over 20years of experience in home health care, brain injury/SNF. Provide care for the elderly Parkinson's/ Alzheimer/TBI/dementia. I've assisted wound care, oxygen, catheter, stroke, osteoporosis, palliative and hospice patients. I...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Julie is a real people's person. She has a lot compassion for both people and animals. She is very honest and caring with everyone. I have known Julie for 20 years and I have always found her to be a loyal friend."
Susie S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Melba! My caregiving journey began since 2010. My passion for making a positive impact in the lives of seniors led me to this field. I believe that providing attentive, proper, and respectful care is crucial in preserving their dignity and independence as they navigate the later stages of life. It's incredibly fulfilling...
Melba can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Melba is the BEST!! She's helped me above and beyond! I was really sick yesterday (Sunday, our scheduled day), and I called her early morning and she came immediately to my aid! She's brought things to me for my recovery, prayed with me, and has offered to get...
Sandy R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I was raised by my grandparents and come from a large family, I have lots of life experience with the elderly and children. I am looking to find a job with flexible hours and also to help anyone that might need it. Helping to improve a person's quality of life is very appealing to me. I have a full time job but am available most...
Nava can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, companionship & more
5.0
"Nava is a very kind person. She is dependable, knows how to get things done, and even hangs out with me to talk or watch TV. By the way, if you are an animal lover, ask her about her dogs. She has the most hilarious stories about them!"
Louise R.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a Home Management Assistant providing non-medical care such as medication reminders, assistance with bathing and dressing, cooking, light housekeeping, shopping and errands, driving to appointments and more. Much of my experience is working with Dementia/Alzheimer's clients.
I received my training with a very good local...
Sylvia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Sylvia cared for our mom for about five months before she had to go to more full-time care. Sylvia was conscientious, thoughtful, punctual, gave us great advice and help, especially dealing with dementia. My mom is 92 with dementia, and we were so grateful for...
Rae R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Lori is a godsend! She is very knowledgeable and extremely kind and gentle. She takes her job seriously and is committed to the person she is caring for. All in all, she is wonderful!!!"
Vicki A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I just finished taking care of my mother who passed away at 91 years of age. I have had years of experience taking care of children in my own home and in centers, and this transferred easily to taking care of my mother. I enjoyed it so much and would love to help another family in a similar situation that I was in. I am CPR...
Suzette can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Punctual, likeable. Would hire again."
Virginia K.
5.0
(1)
I received my CNA back in 2010. I worked for Trinity, Willowcare, Integrity Senior Care and personal clients. I have a passion for senior care and experience with providing skilled care giving. I have done help with bathing assist, transferring assistance with special equipment and one on one, feeding assistance, medication...
April can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired Registered Dietitian; worked for 25 years with patients at a Hospital. I currently live in Clayton, NC. and take care of our grandson. I love to listen to life experiences from the elderly and treat each person with compassion, dignity and respect. I was a part-time caregiver for my parents in their home who both...
Paula can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"My mother recently lost her husband and was in need of companion care. Paula is a true blessing to my mother. She is very kind, patient and compassionate. My mother enjoys her company and looks forward to seeing her. My mother also has slight dementia and beginning...
Andrea M.
I have taken care of my dad and been part of the VA caregivers network. I know what it is like to love and care for a parent right to the end. It wasn't until I caregiver that I felt I had a purpose.. that I really new what I was meant to do.
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
I'd describe my personality as Caring, humble, love to laugh
I like caring for seniors because it provides a sense of pride and joy that most people don't experience in their day jobs. Everyone has the desire to feel that they're needed, and caregiving gives that feeling. At the end of the day, caregivers can look back and know...
Nia can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Kayla S.
Joliet, IL
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am currently a caregiver. I love helping people receive the care they need when no one else is able to help.
Kayla can also help with: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hello, my Name is Jessica . Thank you for looking at my profile! My passion is to help people. I love to help bring joy and peace in their lives. I have experience with caregiving in an impatient and group home type environment for a combination of 3 years. Caring for someone who needs help is an honor and a privilege to me. I...
Jessica can also help with: Specialized care, personal care, companionship
Skills:
CPR
Hi! I am looking for senior care jobs. I am a current nursing student and work at a hospital every other weekend. I have 4 years of experience as a CNA and am CPR certified. I have majority of my experience with geriatrics and enjoy working with them. Please let me know any questions you have.
Madison can also help with: Dementia
Skills:
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former special education teacher and homemaker with over 20 years experience, 3 in senior care, I am fully vaccinated, I am CPR/First Aid certified and a certified professional caregiver. I have experience with mobility issues (Hoyer lifts, wheelchair, gait belt, walker), personal care, personal errands, cooking, light...
Gina can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Kind-hearted, dedicated, and efficient caregiver with 3 years of experience in providing quality care to senior patients. I am experienced in long-term care in various nursing homes and hospitals. I am also experienced in home health care. My skills are assisting seniors in mobility, bathing, eating, and other daily-living...
Zoe can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance
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Recent caregiver reviews in Elwood, IL
Judith Y.
5.0
Judy did a wonderful job providing overnight care for our loved one. She had a great caring and compassionate attitude. We felt comfortable knowing that she would respect our requests and the directives from the nursing staff. We enjoyed having Judy as part of our team!
- Patty K.
Teresa T.
5.0
Teresa is a blessing! My parents love her! She is dependable, has great communication and goes above and beyond to ensure my dad is okay. She checks in on my parents and they trust her!
- Meagan J.
Alain M.
5.0
Elanie was great with mom. Very caring and attentive. Went out of her way to ensure moms comfort
- Care member
Julie I.
5.0
Julie is a real people's person. She has a lot compassion for both people and animals. She is very honest and caring with everyone. I have known Julie for 20 years and I have always found her to be a loyal friend.
- Susie S.
Melba R.
5.0
Melba is the BEST!! She's helped me above and beyond! I was really sick yesterday (Sunday, our scheduled day), and I called her early morning and she came immediately to my aid! She's brought things to me for my recovery, prayed with me, and has offered to get groceries, showered me, which she has!...
- Sandy R.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Elwood, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Elwood, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Elwood, 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 Elwood.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Elwood, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Elwood, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $17.50 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 Elwood, IL?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Elwood, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Elwood, 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 Elwood before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Elwood, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Elwood, 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.