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5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Karen, 35 yrs old I graduated nursing in the Philippines, I've worked as a certified nursing assistant and part time caregiver since 2014. Helping others makes me happy. Caring is my passion. I'm flexible and loving.
Karen can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Karen is nothing short of amazing. She does so much to make life easier and safer -- she cooks, shops, cleans, gives meds, helps with physical activity, organizes household and even mends clothes! Karen is personable and has a caring demeanor. She has been a...
Stephanie T.
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Esmerelda I am a dedicated caregiver that takes pride in her job and cares for my residents as if they were my own loved one I know it's hard to trust someone with doing perfect care for your loved one but I assure you I would do my very best in giving my all best quality care to your loved one and build a...
Esmeralda can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Esme is an amazing CNA. You won’t find better care. She is reliable, kind, capable, thoughtful, trustworthy, conscious and took wonderful care of my mom. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, thank you for checking out my care. com profile! You can call me Tim or Timothy. I'm currently a student and medical assistant at Northwestern University, working towards my LPN. I have clinical rotations on Mondays, but I'm available for care giving any other day of the week. I'm open to any set schedule and can be...
Timothy can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, home modification, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Timothy is caring and competent. The best caregiver I could've asked for for my father with dementia."
Joshua R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Justin. I have over a decade of experience in senior care specializing in cases such as dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I am a Certified Nurse's Assistant. I have 6 years of experience working in nursing facilities as a CNA, as well as 5 years and counting as a home caregiver. I am proficient in transferring...
Justine can also help with: Companionship, errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
4.0
"Justin was a caregiver for my mother for over a year. He was extremely reliable, knowledgeable with all ADLs, and cared about my mothers welfare. I never worried when Justin was taking care of my mother, because I knew she was in good hands. He would always text me...
Care member
Ludi T.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Ludi T 53 yrs old. I am responsible, compassionate & honest person. I have 22yrs experience as a caregiver mostly Dementia/Alzheimer's patients, strokes, Parkinson, tube feeding, oxygen, catheter, suctioning, cancer patients, hoyer lift from bed to chair & chair to bed, hospice. My duties; meals prep, med prep, med...
Ludi can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"She's a good worker and good lady too..We worked together with Dementia Pt."
Lailani A.
Annie V.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant. Home Care Aide. Available For Full-time Job. Come And Go
4.3
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified CNA who's been working in this field for more than 20 years. I enjoy being a caregiver because I love to take care of people, especially the elderly. I'm compassionate, empathetic, and determined. I have experience working with patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Stroke, Paralyzed, Diabetes, COPD,...
Annie can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
4.0
"Annie took good care of my Mom and Dad. Both have dementia and different needs. She did a good job with understanding their needs and how to put into action her care plan for them.
She has warmth and a kind smile which goes far when you are dealing with...
Dina K.
Claudia G.
Oak Park, IL
$20-35/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a Senior Caregiver, I offer a compassionate and empathetic personality, combined with over five years of experience working in senior care. I am a highly skilled caregiver, with expertise in assisting clients with activities of daily living, medication administration, and monitoring vital signs. Additionally, I have a strong...
Claudia can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
5.0
"Cannot recommend Claudia enough! She swooped in super last minute when our usual caregiver called out for the night - Claudia was on her way over within an hour! She is super sweet, very smart and needed no direction at all for the job. She was wonderful with my...
Ciara G.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 9-month-old babygirl and I've been working with a fantastic client base and I am looking to take on an additional part time client in a caregiving, house manager or personal assistant capacity. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a special education...
Jasmyn can also help with: Specialized care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, personal care & more
Martha O.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Experienced and responsible caregiver with 15+ years of experience proving the best care for the best clients/patients. I have worn many hats as the caregiver, companion, personal assistant, CNA and even babysitter! I provide well-rounded care and treat my clients with the utmost respect as I lead with kindness and patience. My...
Martha can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I am a RN. Martha took care of my Dad while he was still at home. When he moved to assisted living, my Dad asked Martha to continue as his caregiver. Martha is extremely competent, detail oriented, and most importantly kind and compassionate. In addition to...
Care member
Patrice A.
Harwood Heights, IL
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Highly Recommended Caregiver With An Active RN License
5.0
(1)
Hello!
I have 7+ years of experience caring for seniors. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management, as well personal care such as bathing and dressing. I have experience with gait belts, Hoyer lifts, G-tubes, colostomies, urinary catheters, wound care, and much more! I am willing to do light housekeeping...
Patrice can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I hired Patrice to care for 2 of my family members. She did such an exceptional job with my aunt, I just had to hire her for my grandmother a few years later. Patrice is knowledgeable, trustworthy, kind, caring, willing to learn, very dependable, and a great...
Shawna S.
Melissa S.
Elmwood Park, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 6+ years, I am CPR certified and I have a passion for care, I have met many people and family's that I have a pleasure to be apart of there life and work with them. I am a very caring and outgoing person I am flexible and always willing to help. Thank you more about me you can email me and will talk...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, errands, home modification, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Melissa is great! She is professional, reliable, trustworthy, and responsible. My grandma is 90 years old, bedridden, very fragile and Melissa really works well with her. She treats my grandma as if she was her own. We can't say enough good things about her. We've...
Gina F.
Danuta W.
Chicago, IL
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi, I have been a senior caregiver for over 17 years. I have many years of experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's.. Needs of clients like med care, doctors appointment, household help, pet care etc. I treat my clients with dignity and respect they deserve while helping them maintain their independence. Thank you
Danuta can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Danuta was wonderful with my grandfather. She was patient, kind and caring. Very respectful and always on time, she was a gem. "
Kevin F.
5.0
(2)
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Branndi can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"Branndi is a very great listener that is able to come up with solutions to problems. She is very cheerful and brightens any room she enters. She is very organized and timely."
Care member
Danielle J.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Danielle ( Dani). I've been a private caregiver for over 30 years. I've worked mainly with Alzheimer's and Dementia clients. I've also worked with clients with Parkinson, strokes, MS, hospice care, bedridden or just as a companion. I have great references. I've stayed with my clients until their passing or move to...
Danielle can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is friendly, caring, honest and dependable. Danielle manages medication disbursement, driving for errands, every day living help to dress, shower, get ready for bed and prepare meals."
Gia M.
5.0
(1)
CPR certified, CDP (certified dementia practitioner) CMDCP (certified Montessori dementia care professional) I have a passion working with seniors. I started as a care-giver at a well-known assisted living company and was quickly promoted to activity director and regional trainer. I have a passion for working with any senior,...
Mary can also help with: Errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mary is professional, compassionate and adaptable. She went above and beyond for my mother. She got to know her and then created a list of her favorite activities, topics and preferencs. She is positive and upbeat. My mother enjoyed her company very much and I...
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Izabel. I have over 15 years of experience. Top references.
I am looking for a full or part-time job as a caregiver/companion. I provide light housecleaning, cooking, preparing meals, feeding, dressing, bathing, managing medications, doctor appointments, making groceries , walks, physical therapy, and much more ....
Izabela can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Izabela is a wonderful caregiver. She is incredibly reliable even though she commutes at a distance to us; she is attentive, an amazing communicator, and very experienced and understanding in issues related to eldercare. She has all the qualities we were looking...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I like caring for seniors because it brings me joy to help others. My most recent work was in Elmhurst taking care of a woman with Alzheimers. My responsibilities included help with dressing, meal preparation, driving to leisure activities, physical activity, and companionship. I was sad that she could no longer be at home and...
Katherine can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Katherine (Katie) worked for us as a caregiver for my mother from about February 2022
to June 2023.
Katherine was huge help to our family in a time of need. My mother was diagnosed with
Alzheimer’s and it became clear to us that she needed more help as she was...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Reliable, responsible, compassionate.
I have skills and knowledge, I am compassionate.
To do the best job I can in a given sitution.
I have started 20 years ago.
I have a lot of interests and hobbies. I am never get bored.
In any contact with people I respect others and myself.
My skills include : dependable,...
Natalija can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Natalija is a truly an outstanding and loving caregiver. She is professional, experienced, dedicated, responsible, trustworthy, dependable and loyal. Mine and my wife’s lives were greatly improved because Natalija was there for us. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have more than 10 years experience as a caregiver. I enjoy listening to older people, I am a very patient person and I am always happy to work at my clients pace, following their lead. I can assist with hygiene, cleaning, toileting, eating, cooking, shopping. I have great references. please get in touch if you think I could...
Teddy can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"It’s my pleasure to recommend Teddy. I have known her for 6years as she cared for my father and mother in their home.Any family would be lucky to have Teddy caring for their loved one."
Teddy I.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brenda. I consider myself a reserved honest, reliable and trustworthy caregiver. I love caring and helping the Elderly. My passion is reaching the goals in daily living of my clients so that they get the best care. I am certified as a Nursing Assistant. (CNA) CPR and First Aide. I also am a Certified Medical...
Brenda can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was great with my senior dad!"
Carla B.
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Recent caregiver reviews in River Forest, IL
Karen H.
5.0
Karen is nothing short of amazing. She does so much to make life easier and safer -- she cooks, shops, cleans, gives meds, helps with physical activity, organizes household and even mends clothes! Karen is personable and has a caring demeanor. She has been a godsend.
- Stephanie T.
Esmeralda P.
5.0
Esme is an amazing CNA. You won’t find better care. She is reliable, kind, capable, thoughtful, trustworthy, conscious and took wonderful care of my mom.
- Care member
Timothy F.
5.0
Timothy is caring and competent. The best caregiver I could've asked for for my father with dementia.
- Joshua R.
Justine A.
4.0
Justin was a caregiver for my mother for over a year. He was extremely reliable, knowledgeable with all ADLs, and cared about my mothers welfare. I never worried when Justin was taking care of my mother, because I knew she was in good hands. He would always text me when he arrived, update me...
- Care member
Ludi T.
4.0
Ludi was a great caregiver for a few weeks - she is safe, honest, clean and very organized. Unfortunately she wasn't very dependable for the type of care that we needed.
- Terri K.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in River Forest, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in River Forest, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in River 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 River Forest.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in River Forest, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in River Forest, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $15.00 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 River Forest, IL?
There are currently 2 caregivers in River Forest, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from River 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 River Forest before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in River Forest, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in River 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.