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Wafa S.

Devoted Caregiver

Oak Lawn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
personal care
Hello! I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have experience working with individuals who have dementia and Alzheimer's. I am caring and truly pour my heart into my work. I would love to get to know you and share my work with you!

Rania S. says "Wafa offered my mom the most genuine care ever. Every day she came into work with a smile on her face and love in her heart. She was a blessing to my...

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Diane K.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
personal care
I have been a care-giver for the past 15 years. During that time, I took care of 8 different seniors, ranging from age 84-99. I have administered medications, given baths, provided transportation to doctor appointments, et cetera. I have provided care-giving services to both men and women. In addition, I can provide childcare...

John X. says "A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane."

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Patricia W.

Pat Great Smile, Senior caregiver

Bridgeview, IL

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
respite care
I'm reliable, compassionate empathetic hard working I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant who loves providing care to help your loved ones and family members stay in the privacy of their home. I provide meal preparation assistance with feeding, shopping errands, medication reminders, assists with bedbath, showering and dressing,...

Care Member says "She is very gentle with our loved one. The care she provides is just what I was looking for!! She is very compassionate."

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Quintisa T.

Home-care Provider

Chicago, IL

3.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Quintisa I've been doing care-giving/CNA for some years. I've worked with seniors and people with disabilities, all my clients have fallen to love me, and I've done the same, I love helping others and making them feel comfortable with me in their home, I'm very nice. I cook, clean, run errands, do laundry, medication...

Tanisha S. says "She is great with people from all age groups kindhearted and gentle with people"

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Maureen J.

Kind And Compassionate

Orland Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
dementia
transportation
I am a retired pharmacy tech of 40 years. I'm looking for a career change and want to give back outside of the business world. I cared for my mom with dementia for more than 3 years. I would find joy in taking care of children and adults alike. Doing errands such as doctor appointments, hair appointments, or shopping while...

Kathy T. says "Kind, compassionate and caring . Maureen is always willing to help and does do with a smile . I highly recommend !!"

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Carrie S.

Caregiver Experience

Homer Glen, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...

Tina C. says "Carrie is very kind and caring. She is trustworthy and won't let you down. She is a very family oriented woman and takes her job as a caregiver very...

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Shatania D.

Certified Nurse Assistant

Oak Lawn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced CNA with over 10 years of experience in hospital, long term care and private care duties cases , I also work in hospice care as well . I'm very passionate and dedicated with the care I give as an Caregiver, I empathize, and have compassion with family as I know this stage can be very challenging in life for...

Care Member says "Shatania we love you as a caregiver you were very attentive to our dad in his time here. We appreciate your help and thanks for always being reliable. "

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Helena K.

Caregiver/CNA

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
Hi, my name is Helena. I am very patient, caring, and have experience with caring for persons with the elderly as well as dementia/Alzheimer. I used to care for an elderly couple, but recently had to let that go because they were being moved out of state to live closer to their children. I am bilingual (Polish and English). I...

Barbara G. says "Helena is outstanding and helped my mother tremendously! She was there for all of my mother's needs, and was even able to make it on short notice some...

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Lilia R.

Experienced, Responsible Nursing Assistant Who's Always On Time.

Crestwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm a hard working woman with almost 40 years of experience in the medical field. Retired from Christ hospital after 16 years as a nursing assistant, and have been care giving part time since then. I will always treat your family member like my own. I am very easy going, flexible, friendly, reliable, and very passionate about my...

Susan P. says "Lilia is a wonderful caregiver. She took such great care of my mom for her last few months. Lilia is kind, caring, gentle, friendly, sweet, reliable,...

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Dawn L.

Bridgeview, IL

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have worked in nursing homes as a caregiver and worked for family and few of my own seniors I have taken care of. I've been a housekeeper for years. Great companion. Love helping seniors with their daily needs. I see that I have a bad review from one of my clients. just so everyone knows I gave her a two week notice because...

Care Member says "She was very professional. Always on time. Went above and beyond on numerous occasions. "

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Lacey D.

Compassionate Caregiver

Chicago, IL

4.0(0)
from
$41/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I have been providing care for seniors for over 5+years from Chicago to Northwest Indiana. My passion for taking care of the elderly comes from the love and compassion my grandparents showed me. I have a variety of skills and knowledge when it comes to taking care of families and their love ones. I look forward to meeting...
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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
Mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
hospice services
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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Shalondra N.

A Heart To Serve

Matteson, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Shalondra. I am a Compassionate Caregiver/CNA who has over 10+ years of Caregiver experience. I have worked with many clients. I am very positive person . I believe with God all things are possible, to them that only believe. My background specialize in Dementia, Hospice, G- feedings, Strokes... etc. I also...

Jorge A. says "She is very caring and respectful of the situation. During my mom's hospice, Shalondra treated her as if it were her own family. She made my mom's last few...

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Daiva P.

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Daiva. I'm dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a medical background and 19 years of experience working in patients care, both facilities and home environment. Committed to improving overall patient wellbeing and health through professional care and energetic engagement. I'm organized and thrust worthy person...

Care Member says "Daiva was caring for my father for almost 2 years. She is very hands on and built a strong relationship with my father, as well as with us. I would not...

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Anna K.

Super Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$0/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
CNA female carring and patient, very attentive with a lot of experience with all kind of. medical conditions. exellent comand of English. Reliable car and high work ethics . nonsmoker and nondrinker.

Bob M. says "Anna was a great caregiver and helping hand for my elderly mother. She was very supportive when we needed her most."

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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
Visiting physician
dementia
hospice services
live-in home 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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Sharon B.

Orland Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
personal care
I have been a caregiver for the last 11 years. I absolutely enjoy working with the elderly. My main focus is keeping seniors in their homes and safe. I have learned so much about life because of the wonderful stories they share with me. I have worked with dementia and Alzheimer's patients and have lots of patience and have...

Care Member says "Sharon is phenomenal. She is truly passionate about caring for others and making them feel like family."

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Karina K.

Full Time Caregiver Available

Palos Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
I have helped my father take care of my mother whom has passed with diabetes, kidney disease and heart issues for 5 years. I was trained in Home hemo dialysis so my mother did not have to go get dialysis and it was less stress on her body. I also took care of my 80-year-old Aunt who has passed with dementia and C. O. P. D. for 3...

Care Member says "What a great person this lady was fantastic Did above and beyond what was expected . Would rehire in a heartbeat and will in the very near future...

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Debra T.

Caregiver

Midlothian, IL

from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi ! I am an experienced licensed caregiver, having clients with a range of disabilities and senior care. Happy, dependable, caring Christian that loves helping people.
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Ewa B.

Experienced Part-time Caregiver Available

Burbank, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Visiting physician
dementia
home modification
live-in home care
personal care
+ 1 more
I have experience working as a caregiver at various jobs in Hinsdale, Orland Park, and Brookfield, IL. I can assist with meal prep, feeding, medication, bathing, dressing, laundry, housekeeping duties, & groceries.
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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

Wafa S.

Wafa offered my mom the most genuine care ever. Every day she came into work with a smile on her face and love in her heart. She was a...

- Rania S.

Diane K.

A nice, dependable caregiver who took care of my mother. Very dependable and kind. I would recommend Diane.

- John X.

Patricia W.

She is very gentle with our loved one. The care she provides is just what I was looking for!! She is very compassionate.

- 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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