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Ella L.

A Caring Caregiver With Professional Experience

Oak Forest, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
dementia
Empowering seniors and caregivers with easy access to resources, support, and community connections.
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Debra P.

Part-Time Caregiver/Companion

Oak Forest, IL

from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
home modification
Hello, my name is Debra. I have worked with 5 families now all with dementia! I took a formal training to be a personal caregiver/companion. So I am certified. I have always had a great passion to help the elderly. Too many times our loved ones are neglected or mistreated and this just breaks my heart. I can help take care of...
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Hadeel K.

Hi! I'm Haddie, 26 Years Old And Ready To Help.

Oak Forest, IL

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
companionship
Hi everyone! I'm Hadeel, and I absolutely love working with seniors! I also provide child, pet, and house care, but specialize in senior caregiving. Seniors require specialized care and empathy to help manage their pain and improve their quality of life, and I am more than capable of giving that. My mother is a caregiver...
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Skylar S.

Your Loved One's New Best Friend

Oak Forest, IL

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Hi everyone! I am 25, with a psychology degree (2022) and I am currently pursuing a master's in mental health counseling. I have a deep passion for caring for others. I have cared for pets and children, and now I want to explore care for seniors. I am CPR/first aid certified, I am a conversational French speaker, and I am a...
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Abby A.

I've Been Working With Seniors For Years

Oak Forest, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I have long experience and I am patience with old people I'd describe my personality as Have mercy I like caring for seniors because They remind me of my parents I'm looking for a job that take care of senior people I started caring for seniors when I lost my dad In my spare time, I like to watching TV One thing you...
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Alyssa P.

Part-Time Caregiver For Seniors

Orland Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Personal care
I am a caregiver for my grandfather a couple days a week. I take him to any doctors appointments and I run any errands he wants me to.
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Alicia D G.

Bilingual Seasoned Surgical Tech, Cna/caregiver

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello if you are reading my profile-THANK YOU. I am a seasoned caregiver with experience in various fields. I enjoy taking care of families of patients that are in need of care in their home. I am private duty and very flexible however, I am in search of a long term family but wouldn't mind taking care of someone in hospice or...

Care Member says "Alicia was wonderful with my grandfather! She managed his care and did an exceptional job! Shes so caring and a great listener. She spoke spanish...

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Caroline C.

Compassionate, Certified Caregiver

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, a little about me nurturing, patient, compassionate, empathic caregiver, with a positive outlook on life. I am a certified caregiver, looking for reliable work. I love to keep clients engaged, and listen to their needs, and encourage them to do as much as they can for themselves. follow a care-plan , music, exercise,...

Care Member says "Caroline was very conscientious and caring. Friendly disposition and provided loving care for my wife."

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Jolanta M.

HHA Full Time Job

Oak Lawn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
dementia
home modification
companionship
+ 1 more
My name is Jola. I've been working as a CNA for 12, I'm dedicated, respective and responsible caregiver

Care Member says "Jolanta is wonderful with my father, she has a heart of gold. She loves what she does and it shows. "

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Lillian H.

Home Care Specialist

Crestwood, IL

4.6(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
respite care
hospice services
personal care
dementia
I have 19 plus years' experience working as a caregiver/companion in geriatric care. I have cared for five family's in the past 10 years because when hired I am with my clients for many years I specializing in Alzheimer's/Dementia/cardiac/Diabetic care and have managed medication. I have worked closely with nurses handling all...

Johnny G. says "Lily cared for my father, who is 78 years old with very moderate Alzheimers, for almost a year and brought such a friendly, upbeat, and positive energy...

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Mary D.

Part Time/Full Time Companion Or Caregiver

Oak Lawn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
Hi, my name is Mary. I have 5 years experience as a senior caregiver/companion. I have a great deal of patience, a positive attitude, and a caring heart. My background, personality and temperament enable me to care for your loved one as if they were my own. I'm experienced in Alzheimer's/Dementia care, Parkinson's Disease,...

Joanne H. says "Mary was wonderful with our mother. She cared for her for 11/2 years. She was kind, patient, and took excellent care of our mother. She communicated with...

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Sharon B.

Compassionate And Trustworthy Caregiver!

Midlothian, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, Im a very compassionate and patient person. My experience in caregiving has been extremely gratifying. Taking care of a woman with Alzheimer's disease for the past 8 yrs. I have experience in meal preparations according to needs, mobility assistance, personal hygiene, light housekeeping, medication management, personal...

Kim M. says "Grateful for the care that Sharon provided. She is a wonderful, caring person."

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Grace G.

Professional Caregiver And Best Friend

Oak Lawn, IL

3.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
dementia
home modification
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Grace, and I have been a caregiver since I was 18. I'm currently in my late 30s and I still do what I Love and that is caregiving. I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Dressing, Dementia experience, MS, wound care, and medication management. I am a former Personal home cook and can...

Mona H. says "Grace is an amazing caregiver. She cared for my elderly mom for two years. Her knowledge, intuition, skills, compassion and flexibility made my mom's...

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Eileen K.

Caregiver For 15 Years

Worth, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Home modification
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Eileen! I have been a caregiver for 19 years. I've taken care of people with all different types of things, such as dementia, loss of limbs, epilepsy and so on. I love what I do, I think it makes me a better person.

Suzanne F. says "Eileen helped our mother out when we were not able to be there. She called our mother before arriving to put her mind at ease about someone other than...

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Barbara S.

I'm Very Friendly,hard Working Person.I Love Helping Old People.I Have Reference.

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
home modification
companionship
+ 1 more
I have three children and five grandchildren. I have been happily married for 45 years. I have over 15 years experience as a caregiver. I have been living in Tinley Park for 15 years. I am reliable and trustworthy. I would be honored to care for you!

Care Member says "Barbara took care of my mom at first part-time and then for 24-hour care. She was terrific right from the start. She was so positive and happy and so...

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Mary K.

Experience And Caring Senior Care-giver

Hickory Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
I am internally fulfilled when assisting sick and or elderly in all needs and providing care and companionship. Some of the services I have provided are: Companionship, preparing meals and assisting with activities of daily living. Help with routine household/maid duties, monitor medical conditions of patient on a daily basis...

Iren L. says "Very caring and professional. Know how to keep kids entertained."

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Joannegolembiewski S.

Worth, IL

4.3(1)
from
$23/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as nice kind generous I like caring for seniors because this what I love to do I'm looking for a job that to make feel very happy I started caring for seniors when in 1995 My skills include cooking cleaning giving them showers making them laugh

Tina H. says "There are literally no words to describe what an absolute heaven-sent miracle Joanne was for my grandfather and my family as a whole. My grandfather was a...

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Ciara R.

Patient, Dedicated, Compassionate And Personable.

Chicago Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Dedicated & compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head in emergencies. Specialization in looking after elderly and physically disabled. Most experienced with dementia and Alzheimer's. I will be obtaining my CPR recertification this month. For a snapshot personal bio- I am a wife & mother of three humans, four...

Dennis B. says "Ciara has been working with us for nearly 2 years. She is one of the most empathetic hard working caregivers I have ever met. She is reliable,...

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Heidi K.

Looking For Part Time Adult Caregiver. Experienced

Matteson, IL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Specialized care
companionship
I have two long time caregiver previous experience. Cooking, housecleaning and misc. Both were elderly. One has terminal cancer. Second had numerous strokes and several. Mini heart attack. Was 30 years ago medical tech. Also 3rd helping 94-year-old just passed away. 45 year experience child care newborn to adult. Multiple other...

Christine S. says "Heidi is able to do some basic care functions. She needs someone around to make sure everything goes ok or explicit instructions. When something goes...

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Iwona U.

Professional Caregiver/CNA With Over 10 Years Of Experience

Hickory Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Hospice services
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a professional caregiver/CNA with over 10 years of experience in care giving for elderly people and excellent references from previous employers. I am looking for a position where I can use my knowledge and skills to the benefit of someone in need of personal assistance, care and companionship. I have experience with home...

Robyn S. says "Iwona worked for my family for 5 years. The only reason she is not with us is that we required more hours and a full time arrangement. Iwona is...

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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.40/hr as of June 2025

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Oak Forest, IL

Caregivers in Oak Forest, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Alicia D G.

Alicia was wonderful with my grandfather! She managed his care and did an exceptional job! Shes so caring and a great listener. She spoke...

- Care member

Caroline C.

Caroline was very conscientious and caring. Friendly disposition and provided loving care for my wife.

- Care member

Jolanta M.

Jolanta is wonderful with my father, she has a heart of gold. She loves what she does and it shows.

- Care member

FAQs for finding caregivers in Oak Forest, IL

Most private senior caregiver services in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Oak Forest, IL on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $19.40 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 5 caregivers in Oak Forest, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Oak Forest, 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.

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