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Ikenna E.
Chicago, IL
$35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there,
My name is Ikenna, but you can call me IK for short.
I have a BS and MS degrees in Biochemistry, and currently in medical school, but on leave of absence at the moment so as to sort out my finances before continuing.
My care giving experience started way back when I was in high school. I gave care to my...
Ikenna can also help with: Errands, home modification, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"We have been using IK for many months now for my husband's ADL and somethings related to his physical strength. He has been very good in all he does he has a lot of medical knowledge and is very compassionate. We would highly recommend his to anyone who needs...
Candace H.
5.0
(1)
I am a certified nursing assistant I have been working as a caregiver/ companionship for more than 10 years . I previously worked in some nursing homes and couple of private care jobs . I'm very compassionate, sympathetic and caring person, who goes extra miles when doing my job and I love what I do. I have taken care of...
Rhoda can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Rhoda took care of husband and was caring, responsible and always cheerful and helpful. "
Care member
Patti B.
Elmhurst, IL
$35-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Skilled Senior Caregiver/Care Management-Patient Advocate Consultant
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Aging In Place Provider & Consultant - Committed to you or your loved one remaining safely in the home as long as possible, receiving holistic care and ensuring overall well-being.
Delivery of over five years of care to a senior with Parkinson's Disease, anxiety and macular degeneration. Exceptionally skilled in documentation...
Patti can also help with: Home modification, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Patti is such a great help to my mom who is 89 and wants to remain independent. Patti is extremely flexible about the number of days, number of hours, and which days are convenient. This was very important to my mom. We are so blessed to have someone so close and...
Anne R.
Mandukhai N.
Chicago, IL
$14-19/hr
College Eduated And Domestic Employee Since 2008 In Various Field As A Nanny/sitter/eldery Helper
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love to help Elderly people. I've mostly nanny and sitter experience but it is fairly similar to being a senior caregiver. I would love to work for you.
Mandukhai can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands
4.9
(11)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours).
I offer the following services:
Transportation to/from doctor appointments
Physical Therapy (regular exercise)
Assistance with...
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, home modification, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Michelle was a joy to be around after my difficult recovery from surgery. She was neat and tidy, kind and professional, friendly and warm, and immediately put me at ease when we met. She helped me with meals, medications, repositioning, showering, getting dressed...
Jenny D.
5.0
(2)
Hi there!
My name is Brenda and I am a Certified Private Caregiver with over 5+ years of experience. I am passionate about Elderly Care and I have a range of experience including providing care for patients with Alzheimer's, Cerebral Palsy, Stroke patients, Hospice care and overall companionship.
I am well qualified to do the...
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Brenda was wonderful- responsible, hard working, very capable with a sweet and endearing demeanor "
Care member
Arnold A.
Chicago, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I'd describe my personality as hardworking, honest & reliable.
I enjoy my job as a caregiver because I love helping other people. I always treat them as my own family. Respect them and give the treat that they deserve.
I'm looking for a job that need my help. So, I can apply my experienced & knowledge as a caregiver.
I...
Arnold can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Arnold took care of my husband for two and a half years. My husband was hard to please but Arnold was so responsible that my husband felt so safe with him. He really takes his job seriously and handled everything for me. I couldn't have survived my husbands...
Marlene M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Ivana. Originally I'm from Poland. I have lived in the US for 30 yrs. I have an Associate Degree in Applied Science. I have several years of experience taking care of elderly patients. I have a background in the medical field. For several years I was working as a Radiology/Mammography Technologist. I moved here...
Iwona can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Iwona did a great job caring for my mother! She is very compassionate and caring. We would hire her back again if we need her in the future. She will be missed."
Debra M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA with 16 years of experience, I'm looking for a job on Saturdays and Sundays .
Please read my reviews from my clients and their families.
My experience of people, I care for people with dementia and Alzheimer's. I enjoy keeping my clients active .
Walks , play games that they may enjoy , bake and most of all is...
Marissa can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"It was a delight to have Marissa care for our mother throughout her employment with our family. She was sociable and compassionate towards our mother. Marissa is very creative by thinking of various ideas to keep our mother engaged and active at her level of...
Care member
Jill R.
Des Plaines, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you in advance for the opportunity to assist you in this most important time in your loved ones life. My name is Jill and I'm 60 years old. I spent a majority of my life being a nanny, a mom and a grandma. I've taken care of elderly and babies. My most recent job was caring for an 88-year-old gentleman with minor dementia...
Jill can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, dementia
5.0
"Jill cared for my father like he was her own. She took the time to get to know him, his likes and dislikes and catered to his every need. Jill engaged him when it wasn't easy to do so a greatly increased the quality of his life. She was flexible and able to...
Alicia B.
3.3
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
* CNA- Certified Nursing Assistance, Physical Rehabilitation Aide, CPR * 16 Years of experience including private duty, nursing home, hospice: DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMER'S, PARKINSON'S, feeding tube, suffer stroke, oxygen, diabetics, heart failure, cancer, Hoyer lift, etc. *Languages: English, Polish, Russian. * I like working with...
Barbara can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Barbara worked with my mom for nearly six years- right up until the day she died. She was a godsend to our family. Initially, we ask Barbara to spend several hours a week with my mom who suffered from dementia. As my mom's dementia worsened, Barbar took on more and...
Katherine B.
Natacha P.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
4.9
(8)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. Possess certification in first aid techniques as well as CPR. Excel at exemplifying proper bedside manner. Specialization in looking after elderly...
Natacha can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
5.0
"Natacha has been very reliable and helpful with my parents. She is dependable and great with communication. With her help, my parents are able to continue to live safely at home."
Dawn M.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Caregiver for Seniors. I am especially good at working with clients seeking companionship or dealing with dementia. I like to engage in conversation, go with clients to restaurants, museums. Have worked with 10 families. I'm upbeat, dependable, find creative ways to engage. Am certified caregiver thru Care. com, like to work 3...
Dwight can also help with: Companionship, dementia
5.0
"Dwight came to our rescue very last-minute to provide senior care to my father over the holidays. He was very patient and flexible with his approach to providing companionship to my dad. I highly recommend Dwight and would definitely re-hire him."
Lisa B.
George S.
Chicago, IL
$17-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is George . I am a father of two and a proud husband. I worked for CBOE Global since 1992 until their closing in 2019.
I have been a caregiver for both my parents since 2000. As of 2020 I have been working with patients that have Parkinson's Dementia and Alzheimer's . Additionally I have worked with clients that...
George can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"George is the best thing that happened to our family. He came as a relief caregiver to our house where my mother lived with us, helped my mother with Alzheimer’s smile from start to finish. He took her for walks and exercise 1-½ hours per day. He sang with her and...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Caregiver with 11 years of experience in geriatric care within homes and assisted living environments. Recognized for ability to provide emotional and physical support to clients and staff. Possess exceptional communication abilities, as well as cultural sensitivity to deal with a diverse range of people.
My Job...
Glenn can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, visiting physician & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Glenn is such a calm & caring person and makes not only the patient but their family members feel special. He took such great care of my Father and we can call him our friend!"
Diana J.
5.0
(1)
My experience spans various roles within the healthcare and customer service industries. As an experienced Assistant Manager at Domino's, I have excelled in team leadership, problem-solving, and operational management. I am known for fostering collaboration, enhancing employee performance, and ensuring exceptional customer...
Brittany can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Brittany show great concern and care for me. Since she has started taking care of me, my life has become more relaxed and enjoyable. To lose the ability to care for yourself is hard to accept, Brittany reassures me everything will be ok and work out. I...
Dorothy D.
Jessica T.
Westchester, IL
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Although I don't have much experience being a caregiver to anyone older than 12 years old, I do have a heart of a servant and enjoy the company of another human being. Most of my work history involves working with children from the ages of newborn- 12 years old. I know that doesn't help in your situation but I am a hard worker...
Jessica can also help with: Personal care
5.0
(9)
Hello everyone. I'm polish caregivers with 14 years of experience and a big heart. I been talking care of a patient with Ileostomy bag, Parkinson's, Alzheimer, ALS, dementia's, cancer, mobility issues, MS, etc.
I m certified CNA, Nutritionist, Patient care technician, EKG and phlebotomist technician. My places of work ranges...
Klaudia can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Klaudia is a warm, sensitive person. She gets along well with patients. She has great knowledge and experience. I am glad that my dad had the best care in his last months of life."
Nayah J.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate caregiver/companion with great experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and some household tasks. I am extremely patient, reliable and easy to work with. I am also skilled at managing schedules and make sure to keep my clients as active as possible. On a...
Larysa can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Larysa was my mother's weekend caregiver for almost four years. She was a great companion to her. She was always bright and cheery, kept my mother entertained, well fed and engaged. My mother suffered from dementia as well as diabetes and heart disease, and Larysa...
Jo Ann Z.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a full-time position as a senior caregiver. I have previously worked with elderly people with disabilities such as; Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson and Diabetes for over 10 years. I'm very patient and I'm looking forward to working with you! Please feel free to contact me.
Zhaklin can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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Recent caregiver reviews in River Forest, IL
Ikenna E.
5.0
We have been using IK for many months now for my husband's ADL and somethings related to his physical strength. He has been very good in all he does he has a lot of medical knowledge and is very compassionate. We would highly recommend his to anyone who needs a good care giver.
- Candace H.
Rhoda M.
5.0
Rhoda took care of husband and was caring, responsible and always cheerful and helpful.
- Care member
Patti B.
5.0
Patti has been an amazing caregiver for my mom! She is reliable, organized and indispensable in providing care, oversight and helpfulness for my mom. Patti offered suggestions on how to make household tasks easier for my mom and has been a true advocate for her at appointments. I trust Patti and...
- Vickie K.
Michelle M.
5.0
Michelle was a joy to be around after my difficult recovery from surgery. She was neat and tidy, kind and professional, friendly and warm, and immediately put me at ease when we met. She helped me with meals, medications, repositioning, showering, getting dressed and light housework/picking up. I...
- Jenny D.
Brenda A.
5.0
Brenda is such a sweet and responsible caregiver, she took care of my elderly mom with Alzheimer’s for 3 years and I couldn’t have asked for a better person to have done so. She is great at her job and you can always count on her to show up on time and be there for your loved ones.
- Care member
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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.