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Mahagany M.

Merrillville, IN

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a caring, dependable, and patient caregiver with a passion for helping adults and seniors feel comfortable, supported, and respected. I understand that every person has unique needs, and I take pride in providing care that's compassionate, reliable, and tailored to each individual. I assist with daily activities such...
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Kori S.

Experinced HHA

Hobart, IN

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$8/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
respite care
meal prep
errands
Compassionate and reliable caregiver with hands-on experience supporting individuals with diverse needs, including seniors and people with disabilities. Skilled in providing daily living assistance, emotional support, and maintaining a safe, respectful environment. Known for patience, empathy, and strong communication skills....
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Nevanda F.

Schererville, IN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
personal care
meal prep
errands
From working with babies and small children to caring for my own aging family members, my natural calm disposition, compassion and personal belief in caring for people in the manner that I would want to be handled enables me to quickly earn trust and develop mutual respect. I have 15 years of experience working with families,...
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Sylvester M.

Merrillville, IN

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
respite care
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a real difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors, and providing families with reliable care. With two years of experience, I offer respite care, live-in care, transportation, errands/shopping, light housekeeping, and...
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Kimberly H.

Great Care For You Or Your Love Ones

Lansing, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
personal care
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I'm a Certified Nurses Assistant for 29 years now, very experienced, Kind, Caring and caregiving Is my passion. Very knowledgeable about Dementia/Alzheimer's. ALS, Parkinson's disease . I also have experience with hospice and have worked In hospice for many years etc. I have a reliable vehicle with full coverage insurance for...

Care Member says "Kimberly came to us during a very difficult time in our family. My aunt was on hospice and my family and I were searching for a caregiver who could do...

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Juanita C.

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Chicago Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
personal care
meal prep
errands
Hello, my name is Juanita, and I am a compassionate and dedicated senior caregiver with 10+ years of experience. I am passionate about providing exceptional care and companionship to older adults, ensuring their safety, comfort, and overall well-being. Over the years, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique needs and...

Care Member says "I want to thank Juanita for taking care of my mom after her knee surgery. She is compassionate and respectful. She updated me daily on my mom’s...

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Sherry C.

Calm, Caring , Upbeat

Portage, IN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
companionship
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Calm, upbeat demeanor to give patients more than just a caregiver but to give them a friend Active listening skills to take my time to understand what a patient is trying to communicate Capability to monitor effectively and tell when something needs to be changed to a patient's routine Exceptional cooking skills to...

Care Member says "Sherry is a caring professional. She took excellent care of my mom. "

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Jamie K.

Experienced Senior Caregiver

Cedar Lake, IN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
Hospice services
dementia
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Experienced caregiver with 20 years in the healthcare industry, I am a compassionate and dedicated senior caregiver committed to enhancing the lives of the elderly. My experience includes providing daily assistance, personal care, companionship, and specialized support for individuals with a variety of health conditions. Known...

Allie K. says "Not only has Jamie cleaned my house, but she helped take care of my grandfather as well and I would recommend her to everyone. Any family would be really...

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Karen M.

RN Specializing In Neuro, Dementia, Psych, Rehab

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Experienced nurse in the following areas: Dementia Rehabilitation Psych Home care Private Caregiver Available some evenings after 4 p.m. M-F and some 8 hour shifts on the weekends. Reliable transportation Meal preparation Light Housekeeping Bathing Feeding Companionship Run errands Non-smoker

Janet C. says "Karen is very kind and knowledgeable. She has cared for my father and mother in the same way that I would take care of them. She is reliable, willing to...

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Paula O.

Munster, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Errands
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am reliable and astute. . Phlebotomy Technician (2019)/ Hospice care/Medical Assistant (1993) / E. M. T. (1993). I have worked privately in Home health care for 20+ years. I am empathetic and compassionate with a positive spirit and an Irish sense of humor. Clean Driving and criminal record. Please be kind and appreciate...

Care Member says "Paula took care of my husband (who was having mobility issues) and my dogs while I was gone for 5/6 days. She is super reliable and super great...

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Willa H.

Loving Caregiver

Thornton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Meal Preparation, and I love pets. I am a CNA and a retired LPN. I am responsible and organized and follow directions well. I am outgoing and very personable. My flexible hours, and I am willing to work around your schedule.

Care Member says "Willa is an angel! Honest, dependable and easy going. I would absolutely recommend Willa and would happily hire her again."

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Tamara K.

Chesterton, IN

4.6(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Errands
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
Available Full-Time Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Personal Care And Meal Preparation. I am a wife and mother of 2 girls. I have 10 years experience working in facilities and private homes, taking care of our Senior community. I've done everything from insulin shots to meal prep and housekeeping. I have knowledge in...

kathy F. says "Tamara has the skill and compassion to care for your loved one as if they were her own . She is so well versed at physical care, medicine, feeding, bathing...

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Rebecca C.

Caregiver

Thornton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
visiting physician
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
I have been care-taking for five years professionally. When I was 25 my spouse was diagnosed with Cancer so I have been care-taking non professionally for a long time. My last client was 94 and required bathing, dressing, cooking, house keeping, transportation back and for to the doctor and medication management. I am outgoing...

Maureen C. says "Rebecca is a very caring person.She has a great personality with her patients and makes them feel comfortable.She makes sure her patients needs are met....

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Amaree L.

Chicago Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
companionship
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Amare'e! I'm a CNA and the caregiver , providing compassionate, one-on-one in-home care. I create a safe, nurtured environment for seniors, or anyone needing support, so families can have peace of mind.

Amber K. says "Amaree is an amazing caregiver! She is extremely reliable, skilled, and compassionate. My mother was in hospice and reluctant to have someone outside of...

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Thelma P.

Very Caring To Our Elderly

Munster, IN

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi, I am a CNA , PTA, Dialyss Tech, CPR certified ., looking for partime position at home caregiver. I specialize in demetia and alzeimer patients. Bed bound or mobile patients. I akso had years of experience with ALS patient with trache tube. I am very caring to my clients and treat them as family. Please let me know how I can...

Care Member says "She is a very patient and considerate to the patients needs "

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Kerry D.

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a caring caregiver that cares about your loved ones. I have been working for families with loved ones that have dementia or just need a little extra help at home for 15 years. I try to make your life easier. Companion care personal care light house keeping meal prep medication reminder showers help with feeding errands...

Care Member says "Kerry was phenomenal with my 92 year old Mother and step dad. She gave exceptional care, advice, companionship and suggestions that were insurmountable!...

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Wanda O.

I Am Looking For CNA/ HHA I Have A Certificate In Alzheimer Care. I Am Looking For Full Time Work .

Hammond, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
home modification
Before getting into care-giving I was a medical assistant. I worked in a family care facility along with a cardiologist. They are a husband, wife team. I really have a great compassion for the elderly and after working with a broad spectrum of health care I felt we need to standup and help the elderly, after all who was there...

Jennifer S. says "Wanda is a great person who always treat everyone with kindness and respect. She does her job well and treats people that she works for and her...

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Carla R.

Medical Assistant Caregiver

Lansing, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
live-in home care
I have extensive care giving skills with elderly ( Dementia Patients) I do everything from Personal Hygiene to Reading to them. I really try to work with them, I got a elderly woman to play the piano after 25 years of not playing it was awesome!

Kathy B. says "Carla is absolutely a wonderful caregiver. I highly recommend her. She cared for my father for 3 years until he passed away .. she is very knowledgeable ,...

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Abigail S.

There For You

Dyer, IN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
transportation
light cleaning
Hello. I am a very energetic, polite, and friendly senior caregiver. I am very responsible as I have two children that I take care of. I am a naturally caring person who is willing to help in any way that I can for you. I am patient and understanding which is a crucial need for senior caregivers. I am a multitasker, and will...

Nancy R. says "I immediately felt comfortable with Abigail (Abby). She is so easy to get along with. She is quick to respond and communicates extremely well. She helped...

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Heather M.

CNA Available for Hire

Steger, IL

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
hospice services
My name is Heather I am 35 years old and live in Steger. I have 18years of home care experience, and have been a certified nursing assistant for 16 of those years. I am certified in both Indiana and Illinois. I have an up to date CPR card and clean background. Being a caregiver is not just a job it is a career for me. My clients...

Joseph P. says "We hired Heather to help care for our 87 year old mom. Our mom was was having a difficult time caring for herself, getting around and remembering things....

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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.57/hr as of November 2025

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Gary, IN

Caregivers in Gary, IN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Kimberly H.

Kimberly came to us during a very difficult time in our family. My aunt was on hospice and my family and I were searching for a caregiver...

- Care member

Juanita C.

I want to thank Juanita for taking care of my mom after her knee surgery. She is compassionate and respectful. She updated me daily on my...

- Care member

Sherry C.

Sherry is a caring professional. She took excellent care of my mom.

- Care member

FAQs for finding caregivers in Gary, IN

Most private senior caregiver services in Gary, IN 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 Gary.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Gary, IN on Care.com as of November, 2025 is $19.57 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.

There are currently 7 caregivers in Gary, IN on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Gary, IN 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 Gary before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Gary, IN 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.

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