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50 caregivers are listed in Smithton, IL
The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 9 years
Caregivers in Smithton, IL
5.0
(3)
I have been doing home healthcare for 9 years and it has become a passion of mine. I have experience with stroke patients, dementia patients, a quadriplegic, Parkinsons, as well as hospice patients. I have experience with bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, meal prep, hoyer lift, Sara steady (sit to stand), and light...
Kristen can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She worked for my brother a number of years, a quadriplegic up until his death. She was a fast learner and dependable. She kept him mentally sharp by them playing trivia with "Alexa". I felt she was very caring about him."
Shirley R.
Andrea R.
Belleville, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello.. I have 10 years plus working as a caregiver. I have worked in assisted livings as well. I love what I do and have a huge heart for the elderly that I treat as family. I will assist in anything your loved one needs. I like to engage in conversation to open up to each other.. cook.. take walks if able.. and whatever else...
Andrea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Andrea was great with my mother. She was dependable and personable. Andrea has a lot of experience and anticipated my moms needs. My mother really liked her. We would hire her again."
Donna S.
I have 10 years of experience in caregiving. I specialize in senior care. I have worked for and trained with 3 agencies over the course of my career . I have experience with bed-bound patients, and those who rely on a wheelchair for mobility. I'm experienced with a Hoyer lift, gait belt, transfer board, wheelchair, walker, and...
Tara can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Emily P.
Belleville, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I've worked with dementia patients for over a year and am experienced with caregiving.
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
hi! I have three years experience in home health care, which I currently still do part time still. im up to date on all trainings I may need, so no worries on that end. I have experience with transfers and changing (usually with another person though), I can go shopping or run errands if needed, I can do light housework and meal...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am currently a stay at home mom. While looking for employment online, I came across care.com and feel this is right up my alley, a job I would truly enjoy. I have over 12 years experience working with the elderly, both as a companion and a caregiver. I have experience toileting, bathing, transferring and feeding. In my last...
Mary S.
Belleville, IL
$15-30/hr
As someone who recently cared for my mother, who has dementia, for an extended period of time, I understand how important it is to find someone who has a compassionate approach to caring for your loved one and who understands that caretaking needs are as unique as each individual. I want to hear as much detail about how you care...
Mary can also help with: Respite care, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
I have 21+ years experience with caring for seniors, disabled adults, and persons with developmental disabilities. My goal when I work with my clients is to make a difference in their lives. I offer a wide range of services which includes errand runs, light housekeeping, and assistance with personal care.
Chrystal can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have nursing home, assisted living, and private home care experience! Amazing references & an amazing relationship with my residents and their families.
Emerald can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Emerald was amazing with my dad. He had terminal lung cancer and she wasn't with him long, but she made his last days so comfortable and eased the minds of my sisters and I when we couldn't be with him. I wholeheartedly recommend Emerald for any care needed for...
Rhonda V.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Chelsey and I have worked in the caregiving field for nearly 13 years. I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia, diabetic care, catheters, colostomy, cancer diagnosis, knowledgeable with medications, have had proper training with Hoyer lifts, sit to stands, and much more. Caring for others is truly my...
Chelsey can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Chelsey is dedicated, professional & very experienced; sincere, caring, patient; takes initiative; genuinely cares about the people she cares for; an excellent team player. She is exceptional. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
COVID VACCINATED w/proof
I am 51 years of age.
I love interacting with seniors.
I'm a great listener.
I am generally a happy & positive person.
I'm experienced in Providing Companionship. I have experience helping to keep the mind working well. Ex. Play Cards or Crosswords together; and misc. physician recommended activities...
Maria can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, home modification, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Maria helped us out by taking care of my mom while we were visiting St Louis. My mom has dementia and was particularly tense and confused in a new place. Maria was very sweet and kind to her. She was able to take care of her despite my mom wanting to roam and go...
Ali H.
Debralle W.
O Fallon, IL
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
Caregiver With Over 5yrs Of Experience In Home Care And Facilities.
5.0
(1)
I have over 15yrs of Customer service and communication skills. I have worked in the medical field for over 8yrs, working with the elderly and memory care clients. I have always enjoyed caring for others and I also have 4 kids of my own. So I know what it means to show care, compassion, patience, understanding, privacy and...
Debralle can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I hire Debralle to do light to medium housekeeping and to help care for my sick mother in law. She later had to care for my wife once she took ill. Both really love Debralle and she is a great worker."
Harry B.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love the elderly. I try to keep them at home. I love animals and birds. I am very loving and friendly and enjoy helping others. I spent 3 1/2 years with one man for 6 nights a week. I helped he and his wife until he expired. I spent 1 1/4 years with a gentlemen who expired. I spent over 1 year with another man and 2 years with...
Hazel can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, dementia, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Christine is so dependable and caring that before you know it she will feel like a member of your own family. She never turns away from a task, she is compassionate and kind. She and I have had a few of the same clients in the past. I have to say she is one of...
Helen N.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Available 8 hour to 24 hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays. Fill ins or regular shifts.
Experience:
- Caregiver for private clients.
-Previous Caregiver for my grandmother who had dementia and Alzheimer's disease for the last 3. 5 years of her life. I also managed her hospice staff as well as her full time staff who took...
Gloria can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Gloria is an outstanding senior care professional who deeply cares for her clients. We would highly recommend Gloria to any potential employer. Meeting Gloria was a stroke of good fortune, as lining up quality care for an elderly parent is often complex, with many...
Christy F.
Hi,
I have few years of experience caring for seniors and am looking to gather more. I am a kind and engaging caregiver. I balance between providing support and supporting independence. My main concern as that there is a great quality of life. I prepare nutrious meals , and the occasional sweet treat. I am able to run errands...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, respite care, light cleaning, dementia & more
20 plus years in the medical field. 16 years head of patient care at assisted living. Treating patients as I would hope my family would be treated. I can provide many references to my character and how I treat patients. New to the Belleville area. Looking for part time caregiving flexible position.
Nancy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Gina N.
O Fallon, IL
$10-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver, Can Cook, Clean, Do Washing, Shopping and Help With Showers Or Bathes
Hi there! I took care of my grandmother before she passed. I gave showers and made meals and shopped for her. I also took care of my father-in-law that has cancer. I gave him medications, cooked for him and shopped, as well.
Gina can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
Felicia K.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Full-time Or Live-In Caregiver For Aging Parent / Senior Caregiver/HHA Non-Medical
I enjoy the companionship with the patient along with the family as a caregiver, I can communicate with them in giving the best care for their loved one. I can also follow a plan of care advised by a doctor or a nurse as required. I like being responsible and reaching goals as well as being instrumental in the patients daily...
Felicia can also help with: Home modification, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, visiting physician, dementia & more
Sharon D.
Saint Louis, MO
$21-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello I'm a Cna I have been since 2008. I love what I do being able to care for someone's loved one and give them the care that they need and deserve. I also have experience in hospice care as well I having been providing hospice care for 7 yrs and it's still the same care with assisting patients with activities of daily living....
Sharon can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have been providing care primarily with children and those with special needs for around 15 years. In May of 2015 I got my Certified Nurse Assistant license and have been working in home healthcare since. I love working with families in their homes to provide them with the care they need and am proficient in managing the care...
Caitlin can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent caregiver reviews in Smithton, IL
Kristen V.
5.0
She worked for my brother a number of years, a quadriplegic up until his death. She was a fast learner and dependable. She kept him mentally sharp by them playing trivia with "Alexa". I felt she was very caring about him.
- Shirley R.
Andrea R.
5.0
Andrea was great with my mother. She was dependable and personable. Andrea has a lot of experience and anticipated my moms needs. My mother really liked her. We would hire her again.
- Donna S.
Emerald C.
5.0
Emerald was amazing with my dad. He had terminal lung cancer and she wasn't with him long, but she made his last days so comfortable and eased the minds of my sisters and I when we couldn't be with him. I wholeheartedly recommend Emerald for any care needed for your loved one. She is definitely a 10...
- Rhonda V.
Chelsey S.
5.0
Chelsey helped take care of my dad with Alzhimers for roughly a year and a half. She was a consistent hard worker and would help prepare healthy meals and help out with chores like dishes, laundry and odds and ends around the house. She is dedicated and experienced with a hoyer lift and all things...
- Care member
Maria N.
5.0
Maria helped us out by taking care of my mom while we were visiting St Louis. My mom has dementia and was particularly tense and confused in a new place. Maria was very sweet and kind to her. She was able to take care of her despite my mom wanting to roam and go home. Would definitely hire her...
- Ali H.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Smithton, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Smithton, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Smithton, 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 Smithton.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Smithton, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Smithton, 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 Smithton, IL?
There are currently 1 caregivers in Smithton, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Smithton, 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 Smithton before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Smithton, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Smithton, 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.