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60 caregivers are listed in Island Lake, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 7 years
Caregivers in Island Lake, IL
Liz M.
Island Lake, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant And Cooking, Feeding, Companion Ship, Cleaning Looking For Live-in Job.
5.0
(2)
I have over 14 years experience as a caregiver. The last 3 and half years I have been taking care for 96-year-old lady in her home and next for her very seriously disease son until he passed away. So, I am looking for new job. I am very quiet, nice, honest person. My seniors treat me like part of family. I love to walk, swim,...
Liz can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Elizabeth has a very caring,loving, patient person. I call her our Earth Angel, because she came into our lives when we needed someone to take care of my grandmother, until her death. Elizabeth was wonderful to my grandmother.
Elizabeth's duties for my...
Tracy K.
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am very passionate about helping seniors and assisting them in being as independent as possible. As a caregiver, it is important to remember that my companion needs to be treated with dignity and respect, even though they need some aid in basic needs.
Wanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Erika P.
Island Lake, IL
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
My name is Erika. I am 33 years old. I am a caregiver who enjoys working work seniors. I have no kids and no pets.
Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Gretchel F.
Island Lake, IL
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Hello. My name is Gretchel, and I am looking for a part time job. I am CNA, and have been working in the healthcare industry for almost 7 years. I'm experienced caregiver. I worked in the independent/assisted living, private home health, nursing home, and still continuing my education to pursue my nursing degree. I am looking...
Gretchel can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am very interested in a Caregiver position. My strong caregiving background coupled with several professional experiences uniquely qualifies me for this job. Along with my First Aid and CPR Certifications, and 10 years of extensive experience in caregiving, I am confident in my ability to become a key member of your team.
My...
Roslynn can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Roslynn W. has been caring for my mom for over 3 years before her passing. She was a awesome caregiver, honest and reliable. My mom was very happy with the hands-on care she provided. I would definitely hire her again."
Kenny K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As an experienced senior care-giver and RN, your loved one will feel secure through my skilled and compassionate care.
I have worked effectively with seniors living with diabetes, Parkinson's, stroke, and dementia, administering daily medications as prescribed by the clients' physicians. I have provided diabetic care and...
Diana can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, specialized care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Diana was skilled medically as well as with practical every day care. Dressing a person with Parkinson's is a challenge due to their stiffness and Diana was able to show us how to gently get my mother clothed without hurting her. Diana was also very comfortable...
Jeanette D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Lesia. I have 10 years of experience with great recommendations. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I am a positive, smiling and energetic mother, wife and friend. I am a very reliable and creative person. I love people and I'm happy to help. I take care of the elderly with different needs....
Lesia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lesia has worked for us for the past year and a half. She has cared for my disabled wife mostly in the evenings. She has had many duties including feeding, hygiene, repositioning, dressing, bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and many other things. She is very...
Michael F.
Anna B.
Algonquin, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Anna and I am 45 years old. I am Polish . I have a husband and two kids. I am responsible person . I am looking for a job for part time Monday, Wednesday and Friday ( or Monday to Thursday)I have experience as caregiver and babysitter.
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
5.0
"Anna worked for my parents for many years, she was like family. Her caring, kindness and thoughtfulness are beyond compare. Anna is aware of so many things: safety, emotional and physical needs of elderly, preparing nutritious and delicious meals, being in tune...
Karin R.
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: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I messaged Lisa when my live-in caregiver's daughter had a destination wedding five years ago. She became my respite caregiver, and has always found time in her busy life to help with every need.
Lisa has a spirit that is exceedingly rare. I admire her stamina to...
Chris W.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Gana. Im a First aid, wound care trained, Certified caregiver. I have 15 years of experience assisting elderly with Dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer, Hospice, Stroke, COPD, Spinal stenosis, Diabetes, ALS, MS etc.
I'm very reliable, patient, compassionate with strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of personal...
Gana can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Gana is is an exceptional caregiver."
Care member
Juli A.
Barrington, IL
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I"m Juli, a caring "58 year-young" healthy, strong women. I'm seeking new position with a kind individual/family that can utilize my positive personality and 15 +years of full time Senior Care exp.. My present position of 14 months will be ending at the end of March due to daughter retiring and assuming position as...
Juli can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, home modification, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"We love Juli. She has been a wonderful asset and huge help to our family. My mother's health and abilities have decreased tremendously in the last 5 years. She has lost her site, ability to speak and eat solids, and is now wheelchair bound. Juli has been there to...
Sam S.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
Thank you for viewing my profile, I am a 14 year Certified Aid and Private Caregiver I also have 8 years experience working as a Therapy aid. I carry my CPR & First Aid license. I am experienced with many geriatric settings such as, Parkinson, Respite Alzheimer & Dementia ALS. As a caregiver I will work with families to...
Mayolita can also help with: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Maye was extremely professional very friendly extremely knowledgeable in her field I was very impressed by her credentials in the way that she dealt with on a personal level meeting with my mother and being able to make a connection that such a short notice that...
John R.
Linda L.
Grayslake, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Live-In Or Come And Go, Full Or Part-Time Senior Caregiver
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently not available. I'm looking for a full-time live-in or come and go caregiver position. I'm vaccinated. I worked for a well-known agency until the gentleman I was taking care of hired me to be his personal caregiver. I was his live-in companion for 4 years, a woman with Parkinson's for 3 years, a woman wheelchair...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Linda was very professional in her communication and we had good conversations. She was interested not only in learning about the position, but in learning about my mom. She had a very positive attitude and caring manner."
Georgeann B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I've been a caregiver for many years. I've cared for seniors, the hurt, and children. I've helped/cared for people with all different types of illnesses and ailments, long-term as well as short term.
I'm a great cook and baker. I enjoy visiting, hearing stories of lives lived. My driving record is stellar.
I truly...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
5.0
"Melissa was with our family and cared for my mom for 8 months. She was very attentive to my mom and my mom's needs. My mom enjoyed her company. Melissa is knowledgeable about caring for patients with dementia and elder care. She was flexible with hours when needed...
Erik B.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 20 years of experience as a caregiver. I have nursing degree and worked in the hospital in Lithuania. I take care of seniors with cardiovascular disease, dementia, diabetes, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, cancer, and with individuals recovering from surgery and/or hospice care. I can help with all daily tasks...
Reda can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"My mother has dementia. Reda was very compassionate and kind to her. She understood my mother's behavior and was very patient. She was firm when she needed to be but very caring and supportive. She respected our desire to keep Mom as active as possible and did...
Frank U.
Emilianne D.
Fox River Grove, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Experienced Caregiver For Your Loved One
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 15 plus years experience as a professional caregiver for seniors. I also have extensive experience with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Hospice and caring for high fall risk. I enjoy the company of seniors very much and my goal is to always make sure that they feel safe and comfortable. I can run errands, take them to any...
Emilianne can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services, visiting physician
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"It is a true pleasure for me to write this letter of recommendation for Emilianne, who has worked as my mother's primary caregiver. Looking after my mother who had advanced dementia and aphasia was a difficult task, but Emilianne handled it delicately and...
Renee B.
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, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Our family was fortunate enough to have had Wendy care for our mom for six years. When Wendy started to care for our mom she was in the earlier stages of dementia. Wendy was committed to our family and cared for our mom until she passed away. Wendy’s care for the...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always been a very giving, caring individual who enjoys helping people. I helped care for my 85-year-old grandmother after her knee and hip surgery and also when she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. I was a companion for my neighbor for 2 years she was 70 and had onset of dementia. I am CPR and first aid certified. I...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Dawn had applied for a position to be a caregiver for my mom who is in hospice. I had already hired someone, but let her know I would keep her in mind if something changed. As it turns out, my regular caregiver had to take a few days off to care for her own child....
Doug K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My experience caring for others started with me caring for my grandmother. She was wheelchair bound with Dementia and Parkinson's. I took care of her in her home and as she declined I moved her into my home. She was with me for over 5 yrs and I cared for her 24/7. Duties included companionship, feeding, help with hygiene,...
Jennifer can also help with: Home modification, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"THIS IS THE CAREGIVER YOU ARE LOOKING For
Jennifer has taken care of our mom seven days a week for the last four years. She has done this in a hitting across multiple nursing homes through Covid in the face of massive adversity. Through huge up and downs with our...
Care member
Wasihara S.
Fox River Grove, IL
$44/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, I'm Wasihara. I Been A Caregiver For 4 Years And Recently Acquired My CNA Certificate.
I'd describe my personality as professional, well educated and love my job.
I like caring for seniors because it give me purpose and chance to give back with elderly as my parents died young and was not able to give care for them.
I'm looking for a job that can accommodate my time availability.
I started caring for seniors...
Wasihara can also help with: Errands, home modification, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
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Recent caregiver reviews in Island Lake, IL
Liz M.
5.0
Elizabeth has a very caring,loving, patient person. I call her our Earth Angel, because she came into our lives when we needed someone to take care of my grandmother, until her death. Elizabeth was wonderful to my grandmother.
Elizabeth's duties for my grandmother were making sure her medications...
- Tracy K.
Roslynn W.
5.0
Roslynn has gone above and beyond several times when caring for my mother. She is intelligent and a wonderful companion to Mom. I know that Mom will always be safe in her care. (The cats like her, too!)
- Rebecca C.
Diana N.
5.0
Diana is a compassionate, kind, dependable and trustworthy caretaker. She helped manage diabetic care with insulin and helped us manage care for our family member.
- Dede M.
Lesia B.
5.0
Lesia has worked for us for the past year and a half. She has cared for my disabled wife mostly in the evenings. She has had many duties including feeding, hygiene, repositioning, dressing, bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and many other things. She is very capable of transporting my wife using a...
- Michael F.
Anna B.
5.0
Anna worked for my parents for many years, she was like family. Her caring, kindness and thoughtfulness are beyond compare. Anna is aware of so many things: safety, emotional and physical needs of elderly, preparing nutritious and delicious meals, being in tune with household needs and even the...
- Karin R.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Island Lake, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Island Lake, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Island Lake, 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 Island Lake.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Island Lake, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Island Lake, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $18.25 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 Island Lake, IL?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Island Lake, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Island Lake, 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 Island Lake before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Island Lake, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Island Lake, 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.