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5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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.
Willa can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"I would highly recommend Willa. She is a very kind person and caregiver. Willing to be flexible and will do just about anything needed. In the short time she took care of my mom she made my mom feel as if she had a friend and not just a caregiver. She will be...
Vicky K.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am internally fulfilled when assisting elderly in all needs and providing companionship. Some of the services I have provided are: Care for an elderly client around the clock, preparing meals and assisting with activities of daily living. Help client complete routine household/maid duties. Monitor medical condition on a daily...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, companionship, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
5.0
"She is a very sweet and detail oriented person."
Renata M.
Grace V.
Frankfort, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Year 2008 when I started to be a caregiver and had a great experience taking care of patients mostly in their homes. I am very compassionate and I'll do my job in an excellent way. I am highly recommended by my previous clients and their families. I am hardworking and my times are flexible as well. Senior care available.
Grace can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Grace was very conscientious and sweet with my parents. She was very easy to work with and communicate well and worked very hard at engaging my mom who has dementia in activities she could do. She showed genuine concern and empathy and went above and beyond. She...
Marysue D.
5.0
(3)
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...
Maureen can also help with: Transportation, companionship, dementia
5.0
"Kind, compassionate and caring . Maureen is always willing to help and does do with a smile . I highly recommend !!"
Kathy T.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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...
Helena can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"My mom absolutely loved Helena! She works very hard, and is kind and understood my mom's needs. Easy to communicate with. She went above and beyond."
Maureen A.
5.0
(6)
Hello. As a former nursing home employee. A Illinois State certified CNA for 20 years. I realize how important it is to keep our loved ones in there home. Where they can keep there dignity and feel safe and comfortable. have personal care. Where They can actually have someone to talk too. A friendship is so important. I love to...
Patricia can also help with: Companionship, home modification, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Patti is kind, caring and patient. She was great with my mom! Took her out when mom wanted and kept her busy with different activities. Patti got along well with my mom and was reliable and trustworthy which made having a caregiver easier. Mom was always happy to...
Mary Fran S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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.
Eileen can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"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 her children helping her. She was punctual, caring, a wonderful communicator and we will definitely call her for...
Suzanne F.
Iwona U.
Hickory Hills, IL
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Professional Caregiver/CNA With Over 10 Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
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...
Iwona can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"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 conscientious, attentive, innovative and pays careful attention to the needs of the person. She adjusts quickly to the...
Robyn S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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.
Anna can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Anna took fantastic care of my 95-year old grandma. I was so happy to have found Anna on care.com. Looking for caregivers can be a difficult process. We really lucked out with Anna, it was important to our family that grandmas care giver spoke Polish. Anna took...
Karen B.
Dawn L.
Bridgeview, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Dawn can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"Dawn took care of my mom for 3 years while she had dementia and was blind. Dawn was always very nice and patient with my mom. Helped take care of her daily needs till the end. I was very blessed to have had Dawn's help. She was great!"
Sandra L.
4.7
(7)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate Professional CNA with more than 10+ yrs experience in Hospice, Palliative and Respite care.
I have Exemplary References and
Reviews, with First Aid Training as well
as I'm listed amongst the top 5% of Caregivers.
Speciality areas include but not limited to: Memory Care, (Alzheimer's/Dementia), Parkinson's, ALS,...
Maria can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"It is my pleasure and honor to recommend Bonae. I have worked with Bonae where she used her excellent leadership skills to deliver spectacular results in helping with the care of my mother.
What makes Bonae extraordinary is she focuses and has a strategic way of...
Felicia J.
5.0
(1)
As a dedicated & experienced caregiver with a strong background in providing personalized care, I am passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others. With a wealth of professional experience working with diverse employers, I have honed my skills in a variety of essential caregiving tasks. My expertise...
Sabrina can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"Very nice Person, caring, helpful, thoughtful, sweet, patience, understanding and Hard worker."
Rubelyn C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Rebecca can also help with: Respite care, dementia, visiting physician, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care & more
5.0
"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. It's a plus that she is a very good cook and can do extra household chores also.I highly reccomend Rebecca and...
Maureen C.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been in the social service/healthcare profession for over 20 years. Having the opportunity to work in both these fields has truly made me a more compassionate, caring and patient individual. I give 110% to my clients and their families in every way that I possibly can. I also believe that like all relationship's...
Katrina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"She took great care of my father who had mobility issues and was a diabetic while we looked into a long-term care facility. She's caring, prompt and a very detailed oriented person with a heart of gold."
Calvin R.
Lilia R.
Crestwood, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible Nursing Assistant Who's Always On Time.
5.0
(3)
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...
Lilia can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lilia is one of the kindest people we know. Our mom is struggling with memory issues and she could not be more patient and helpful!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Experienced in trach care, g-tubes, lifts, hospice, post surgical patients, CPR, and nrp certified. I have phlebotomy experience in hospital setting, hospital experience 20+ years. Ekg and telemetry experience. I also have letters of recommendation upon request. Experience with electric hoyer lift and wound care feedings with...
Alicia D can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Alicia is professional, always on time, compassionate and trustworthy. Alicia isn’t just an excellent caregiver, she always gives 110%. I couldn’t feel more blessed that Alicia took care of my loved one. "
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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 19 years of experience.
I can help with Bathing/Dressing, Dementia experience, MS, Hospice Care, wound care, and medication management.
I am a former Personal...
Grace can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"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 final years rewarding and a blessing. Grace is not afraid of hard work, she's resourceful and is respectful and...
Mona H.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Lacey can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Carrie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Carrie has been with me for the last 4 1/2 years. She has become part of our family and loved by all. She is kind, caring and makes me feel very comfortable in her care of me. Carrie is on time and I can depend on her always. She goes above and beyond her duties....
Nina G.
I have been a paramedic for 8 years. I give excellent patient care and am there for whatever the needs of the client may be.
Cassandra can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
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Recent caregiver reviews in Oak Forest, IL
Willa H.
5.0
Willa is an angel! Honest, dependable and easy going. I would absolutely recommend Willa and would happily hire her again.
- Care member
Mary K.
5.0
Very caring and professional. Know how to keep kids entertained.
- Iren L.
Grace V.
5.0
Grace was very conscientious and sweet with my parents. She was very easy to work with and communicate well and worked very hard at engaging my mom who has dementia in activities she could do. She showed genuine concern and empathy and went above and beyond. She even brought homemade soup for...
- Marysue D.
Maureen J.
5.0
Kind, compassionate and caring . Maureen is always willing to help and does do with a smile . I highly recommend !!
- Kathy T.
Helena K.
5.0
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 days. Helena is reliable, compassionate, and dedicated. She is always so positive and brings several ideas of her own for how to care for my mother...
- Barbara G.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Oak Forest, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me 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.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Oak Forest, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Oak Forest, IL on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $25.00 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 Oak Forest, IL?
There are currently 2 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.
Are private caregivers near me in Oak Forest, IL background checked?
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.