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Sarah B.

Experienced CNA

Rockford, IL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I am a 46-year-old mother of 4 and grandmother of 5. I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, reading, taking walks, traveling, and trying new recipes. I have been a CNA for 14 years. I have several years of experience with a local agency and 4 years of experience in private care. I have experience working with clients that...

Charlene K. says "Sarah is extremely warm, caring and compassionate. She is very dedicated, responsible and communicates with the family frequently. Sarah is very...

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Fun And Loving Caregiver

Rockford, IL

4.9(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
personal care
dementia
mobility assistance
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have been providing in home care for the elderly and disabled for 18 years. It's my passion to help loves ones stay home safely and live their best life possible. Currently, I don't have a lot of availability but I do have a little. I am open to short term assignments to over respite care or cover vacations or illnesses....

Care Member says "Christie is a very good worker. She's helped my family out very much. And she knows what she's doing very skilled and I we enjoy her very much"

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Caregiver

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a certified home care aid, who is compassionate and dedicated with 5 years of experience in providing exceptional care to the elderly. Im very patient, organized, and Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities like dressing, grooming, bathing, medication reminders, and meal preparation. I also assist...

Care Member says "She is very reliable, friendly, and a pleasure to work with."

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Loving & Affordable Caregiver For Your Mom Or Dad

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I am a proud mother of four adult children and five grandkids who are my heart! They live in California and Idaho so I try to visit them a few times a year. I relocated back to Rockford in 2014 to be closer to my aging parents who recently celebrated 71 years of marriage! Anyway, I'm retired and now doing what makes me happy...

Care Member says "Jody took care of my mother for a little more than three years. Every morning she would start Mother’s Day off by reminding her what day it was, what...

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Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Jeelyn or you can call me Lyn. I'm Filipino Caregiver with eight years of experience working between assisted living, hospice and home. I am compassionate, honest, kind, fun, caring, reliable and calm. I am Able to provide both physical and emotional support to clients. I am willing to transport clients to...

Care Member says "Caring, compassionate, very hardworking, patient and respectful care for my father. She became part of our family."

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Lori M.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I have been in the nursing/care-giving field for 30+ years with experience in all levels of nursing care. I am flexible, dependable, and professional. Although I have worked in many care centers and facilities and assisted living homes, I have been working privately in my clients home; more one-on-one which I find very...

Jerry F. says "Lori helped me care for my 94 year old mother with late stage Alzheimer's. You will not find a more compassionate, smart, intuitive caregiver. She made my...

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Companion-Caregiver- Provide Transportation

Rockford, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Lori and I have worked with seniors for more than 45years. I have experience in care giving/companionship and for the last 2 1/2 years have been transporting seniors to and from appointments (averaging 10-15 hours a week). I have had success and enjoyed everyone that I have cared for. I prefer to stay with seniors or...
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Dependable Professional Caregiver

Rockford, IL

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$14/hr
15 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I'm 52 yrs old. I am a certified caregiver giver with 15 yrs experience in multiple settings. This includes direct care to assist with ADLs, medication management, behavioral management, transportation, housekeeping, grocery shopping and companionship. I have extensive experience working with adults and children with...
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Caregiver Assistant

Rockford, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have over 5 years experience in direct care and over 10 years working in hopstials and clinics in the local area. I am a trustworthy, reliable, compassionate friend and companion.
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FT Caregiver Available

Rockford, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
I have quite a bit of exp working with seniors. exp with quadriplegics, Alzheimer, dementia, etc. I am very good at making quality of life better and strive for a happy healthy client always..
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Caregiver

Rockford, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
My name is Magda , I'm from republic of Georgia. I live in Rockford il from 2000 . I have 2 children 22 and 17 . I have more than 20 years caregiving experience, work with lots of clients, Dementia, stroke. Feeding tube, I do cook for them, grocery shopping, helping take medication, taking a shower I'm hard working person , I...
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Part-Time Caregiver, Child Care

Rockford, IL

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Compassionate and reliable babysitter with experience in childcare and special education. Proficient in managing diverse needs, including autism, and creating engaging, age-appropriate activities. Committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children, fostering their development and well-being. Strong...
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Meet Your Caregiver Che

Rockford, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Che and I'm a dedicated caregiver with over 15 years of experience providing compassionate care to elderly individuals, including those living with Alzheimer's and dementia. My goal is to create a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment while ensuring that each person feels valued and respected. I...
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Full Time Caregiver

Rockford, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
I enjoy assisting and caring for my clients with their daily activities and needs. I'm a compassionate caregiver who enjoys helping people. I can provide medication management, meal preparations, house keeping, companionship, assist with showers, and run any errands my client may need. I have experience working with people who...
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Senior Caregiver Dementia, Specialty

Rockford, IL

from
$22/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
I have 20 year experience. When I lived in Elmwood Park I worked at Central Dupage home healthcare and hospice for 5 years. I am well aware of many kinds of equipment and patients needs. I am very well educated in taking care of dementia, Alzheimer's patients. It is a passion of mine. I will take care of your loved one like they...
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Responsible, Loving Caregiver

Rockford, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
respite care
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I worked in the field of aging for 35 years in positions in outreach work, case management, and as a volunteer coordinator. My specialties are non-medical needs such as companionship, light housekeeping, medication reminders, meal prep and serving, running errands, and shopping. I can provide transportation for someone who...
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Sarah A.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as kind caring, compassionate I like caring for seniors because it gives me joy to assist the elderly and also gain experience I'm looking for a job that offers experience I started caring for seniors when I was 18 In my spare time, I like to read, write One thing you should know about me is...
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Tamara F.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
I used to be a caregiver through an agency. I did housework, ran errands, I bathed them, and did meal preparation.
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Keziah H.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

from
$15/hr
Dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi all I am an experienced caregiver with both clinical and long-term care experience. I am CNA and CPR certified in the state of Illinois. What makes me a great caregiver is being reliable, friendly, and open minded. My service includes bathing, feeding, transferring, housekeeping, incontinence care and hospice. I look forward...
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Melanie R.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Errands
respite care
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been working as a caregiver for 10 years. I have worked with people with intellectual disabilities, autism, and emotional disregulation.
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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.87/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 3.8

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Rockford, IL

Caregivers in Rockford, IL are rated 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Sarah B.

Sarah is extremely warm, caring and compassionate. She is very dedicated, responsible and communicates with the family frequently. Sarah is...

- Charlene K.

Cristy D.

Christie is a very good worker. She's helped my family out very much. And she knows what she's doing very skilled and I we enjoy her very...

- Care member

Pershencey M.

She is very reliable, friendly, and a pleasure to work with.

- Care member

FAQs for finding caregivers in Rockford, IL

Most private senior caregiver services in Rockford, 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 Rockford.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Rockford, IL on Care.com as of July, 2025 is $18.87 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 38 caregivers in Rockford, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Rockford, 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 Rockford before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Rockford, 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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