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My name is Evelyn. I have being working in the medical field for over 15 years and I have experience in child care to over 15 years I am a hard worker and nice person very understanding very patient and I love working and helping people and if it just be companionship Meal prep running errands bathing toileting just a helping...
Evelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
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: Live-in home care, home modification, respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She has been a wonderful caregiver to our 97 year old mother who over the last year has struggled with mobility issues and has recovered from COVID. She has shown kindness and consideration as well as consistent professional excellence. What a blessing she's been...
Anita M.
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, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Willa is an angel! Honest, dependable and easy going. I would absolutely recommend Willa and would happily hire her again."
Care member
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: Visiting physician, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services & 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.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver for many years. I was taking care of a 88-year-old female with Essential Head Tremors and dementia and other health conditions in which made her immobile. I used a hoyer lift to position her in bed, chairs and bath chair for showers. I was...
Barbara can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, home modification, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Barbara worked for us for 3 weeks prior to my Mother being hospitalized. She was extremely attentive to my mother's needs and very trustworthy. Unfortunately her employment with us was cut short due to my Mom's unexpected decline in health and the need to...
Sharon B.
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: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
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)
Hi my name is Mikayla, I am 25 years old and have been a CNA for 4 years, in January it'll be 5 amazing years as a CNA! I also have a lot of experience with children, I have 2 younger sisters who are 8 and 11 years old. I have cared for them since they were infants. As far as my caregiving title, I have experience with working...
Mikayla can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Mikayla is very passionate when it comes to treating and caring for geriatric patients. She is dependent and trustworthy. In addition, she is a competent and ethical employee that serves her patients and workplace to the fullest potential."
madison K.
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Juanita, and I am a compassionate and dedicated senior caregiver with 10+ years of experience. I am passionate about providing exceptional care and companionship to older adults, ensuring their safety, comfort, and overall well-being. Over the years, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique needs and...
Juanita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"I want to thank Juanita for taking care of my mom after her knee surgery. She is compassionate and respectful. She updated me daily on my mom’s improvements "
Care member
4.5
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Heather I am 35 years old and live in Steger. I have 18years of home care experience, and have been a certified nursing assistant for 16 of those years. I am certified in both Indiana and Illinois. I have an up to date CPR card and clean background. Being a caregiver is not just a job it is a career for me. My clients...
Heather can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"We hired Heather to help care for our 100 yr old mother. We had no idea where to begin and she guided us from day one! Her medical knowledge and experience make her a kind and compassionate caregiver. Our mother, who at first resisted outside help, came to rely...
Joanne B.
5.0
(1)
I have many years of experience in senior care. I have helped people recover from surgery, provided companionship, cared for someone with advanced dementia and provided support to someone who was physically impaired. I have a college degree in psychology which helps me better under the aging process. I am very reliable because I...
Laura can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, dementia, errands, respite care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Laura became a best-friend for my wife over the past year. We had a set weekly schedule, and she made herself available whenever we asked. Very prompt. I always felt comfortable when Laura was here."
Joe G.
I Am a Christian lady, I go to church regularly, I am dependable, honest, and on time. I have excellent references to give you. I'm not so much of a sit down companion, I need to be up and do little jobs but I most certainly will take excellent care of your senior parent, aunt, friend, etc... I was caring for a senior lady who...
Jackie can also help with: Respite care
Aimee B.
Dyer, IN
$20-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi my name is Aimee, I'm a happily married 43-year-old mom of two children ages 5 and 15. My experience as a caregiver starts back in Manhattan New York around 2014 where I was providing care for two elderly women well into their 90s. Now in Dyer Indiana I provide care and assistance for two elderly women since summer of last...
Aimee can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi My name is Riza living in sauk village illinois (Filipino) I have been 6years experience caregiver. and also been caregiver of my Father for 8years as his Paralyzed , I have work with dementia, alzhimer, Parkinson, bed ridden, COPD, people with their basic need such as Help bathing, light housekeeping, doctor appointment,...
Riza can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
I have 1 year of CNA experience. I have worked with diverse groups of people and am highly adaptable. I can help with Transportation Services, Bathing/Dressing, food prep, shopping, housekeeping, and just someone to talk to. I am a very fun person who likes to laugh and talk to anyone and I seek to bring smiles to everyone I...
Toni can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
Adalee P.
Dyer, IN
$15-16/hr
I am confident I possess the combination of caregiving expertise and personality traits you are seeking in a caregiver. I carry 5 years of experience and a huge heart. Please contact me at a time that is convenient for you to discuss my qualifications in depth. Thank you for your consideration.
Adalee can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Jasmin R.
Crete, IL
$19-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Caregiver for 10 years+, Certified Nurse Assistant since March. Helping seniors continue to thrive in their daily lives is one of biggest passions. I have a wide variety of experience from dementia to quadriplegic patients etc. My strengths are my patience and compassion for my clients.
CPR certified
Jasmin can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, transportation, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I have two long time caregiver previous experience. Cooking, housecleaning and misc. Both were elderly. One has terminal cancer. Second had numerous strokes and several. Mini heart attack. Was 30 years ago medical tech. Also 3rd helping 94-year-old just passed away. 45 year experience child care newborn to adult. Multiple other...
Heidi can also help with: Specialized care, companionship
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Edith. I have experience for caring for the elderly for 2+ years. My main goal is to provide the best care possible for you. I am caring, attentive, responsible, compassionate and observant. I can fulfill such responsibilties as cooking, cleaning, running errands, providing companionship. I have experience with...
Edita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, errands
Nicolette H.
Monee, IL
$17-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
No Matter What Your Age I Am Here To Help You With Exceptional Care!
Hello. I have experienced with helping elders throughout the day from as little as just companionship to full on caregiver.
Nicolette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Licensed medical assistant, and phlebotomist. Certificate for billing and coding. Licensed aesthetician. CPR certification. I have worked with seniors for over 15 years I also helped my grandma throughout my life take care of her patients. My grandmother now has ongoing dementia that I deal with on a daily basis so I'm very...
Tiffani can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
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Recent caregiver reviews in University Park, IL
Maria H.
5.0
She has been a wonderful caregiver to our 97 year old mother who over the last year has struggled with mobility issues and has recovered from COVID. She has shown kindness and consideration as well as consistent professional excellence. What a blessing she's been to our family!
- Anita M.
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
Rebecca C.
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 her services. She is trust worthy...
- Maureen C.
Barbara C.
5.0
Barbara worked for us for 3 weeks prior to my Mother being hospitalized. She was extremely attentive to my mother's needs and very trustworthy. Unfortunately her employment with us was cut short due to my Mom's unexpected decline in health and the need to hospitalize her and place her in long term...
- Sharon B.
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.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in University Park, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in University Park, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in University Park, 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 University Park.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in University Park, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in University Park, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $23.00 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 University Park, IL?
There are currently 1 caregivers in University Park, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from University Park, 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 University Park before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in University Park, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in University Park, 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.