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Yamilet A.

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As dedicated caregiver to elderly residents of assisted living and memory care communities, I also excel at planning creative activities customized to resident needs.

Yael C. says "I highly recommend Ms. Yamilet as a capable and professional person in the care of our family member, since in recent days we needed a person with her...

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Nancy L.

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I have over 30 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, at this present I work as a personal caregiver. I provide essential services such as groceries, prescription pick up, meal preparation, rides to and from Dr. appointments and light housekeeping. I'm very friendly with great people skills.

Care Member says "Thank you so much for taking care of my loved one. I love like family and you just have the kindness heart and you actually care. I appreciate you."

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Jacqueline A.

Dementia & Alzheimer's Care Specialist

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
home modification
live-in home care
+ 1 more
With roots in caregiving dating back to childhood, I've developed a compassionate approach to supporting individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's. Professionally, I deliver personalized, non-medical in-home care with dedication and expertise. Key strengths include: - Cooking, cleaning, and companionship - Incontinence care,...

Care Member says "Jacqueline is an experienced, compassionate, and reliable caregiver. I found her to have excellent communication skills and has a very professional...

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Irene Z.

Senior Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 2 years as a caregiver I assist seniors with lighthouse cleaning, meal preparing, bath and companionship.
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Barbara C.

CNA Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have worked as a caregiver from 2002. I can provide references under request. I have experience as a CNA caregiver for elderly and disabled children. During my career I was a babysitter and nanny for a new born children also.
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Karina S.

Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
I worked in senior caregiving for about a year! I provide companionship and caring for those I worked with. I make sure they have their needs and medications met at all times.
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Belinda B.

Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

from
$35/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am 24 years old. I've been working as a caregiver for a little under a year now . I work for housekeeping services located in Grayslake. I am currently taking care of an older couple on weekends only. I am looking for a few more extra hours!
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Deidre M.

I Am A Experienced Caregiver Of 25 Years With Varifyable Recommendations

Waukegan, IL

from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
home modification
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have worked with seniors with physician and mental dissibalities I have Hoyer lift experience, hospice, dementa , alhimerys, bed redden patients , feeding tubes , colistfy bag, cebryal paisley , MS
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Barbara U.

Experience Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi! Thank You very much for You interest my offer. I think we will work well. I will give all my strength and heart. I have many years of work experience. 15 years of work, most of it at nursing home. I have many positive opinions. Best regards, Barbara
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Tammy G.

Caregiver Looking To Provide Assistance And Companionship

Waukegan, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
I have experience working with seniors and people with chronic illness. I took care of my husband who had a chronic heart condition as well as my mother who has been battling cancer for the last four years. I often help her with light housework and cooking, and I accompany her to doctor's appointments and help her run any...
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Heather R.

My Name Is Heather I Work As A Caregiver For 25 Years

Waukegan, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Heather I work as a caregiver for 25 years I love what I do that's why I always go the extra miles for my clients I'd describe my personality as honest hardworking dedicated person The good you do will pay back later every one grow old you will never know what will happen to you so I try my very best to make sure...
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Robin B.

Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
home modification
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Robin. I am a 58-year-old white female who loves seniors. I have experience with hoyer lift, sara lift, stroke, dementia, Parkinson's, and paralyzed clients. I have worked in ER, heart floor, nursing home, and currently in home care. My main focus is to ensure independence, comfort, and keeping the client pain...
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Tisha G.

Waukegan, IL

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I love care giving, I love completing tasks and making sure my client is well taken care of and is comfortable. I am a good communicator, hard worker and I also prioritize cleanliness. I'd describe my personality as friendly, humble and hardworking. I like caring for seniors because their well being matters to me the most. In...
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Edith E.

Care Giver

Waukegan, IL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
home modification
respite care
I am currently working as a Housekeeper to a private house for the past 10years. Aside from being a housekeeper I also do Bookkeeping on their family business and do the caregiver at the same time on my Employers Mom for the past 4years who have dementia and can't stand by her own. She just died May 2019. I also do part time and...
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Susan M.

Waukegan, IL

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with 27 years experience in hospital, home health, and skilled care facilities. Picking part time job as a caregiver
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Mayra G.

Waukegan, IL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
home modification
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have extensive experience as a caregiver, I'm very compassionate, I have experience in wound care, feeding, personal help, assistant walking, helping with errands
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Kellyn M.

Waukegan, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Kellyn . I worked with IHSS, a government program for the care of the elderly. I have two certificates from the Caregiver Training University for senior care. I have experience in caring for the elderly
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Rosalba N.

Companionship Care

Waukegan, IL

from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
Hi there, my name is Rosalba, but you can call me Rosie. I bring extensive experience in both caregiving and housekeeping. With 6 years as a caregiver, I find joy in providing companionship and personal care. I'm more than happy to assist with light housekeeping, errands/shopping, laundry, meal prep, bathing/showers (including...
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Kassandra R.

Waukegan, IL

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Caregiver I also done pct I am great with everyone I have worked in with dementia and hospice and some icu units I am open to any shift during the week and some weekends
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Elizabeth O.

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
Hello, my name is Elizabeth I am 19 years old. I'm currently enrolled in college, but I am able to work around my schedule to accommodate yours. I have some experience in caregiving for the elderly in which consisted of daily tasks and as well as companionship. I am open to any tasks that is needed to provide the best care that...
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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.56/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 5.0

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Waukegan, IL

Caregivers in Waukegan, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Yamilet A.

I highly recommend Ms. Yamilet as a capable and professional person in the care of our family member, since in recent days we needed a...

- Yael C.

Nancy L.

Thank you so much for taking care of my loved one. I love like family and you just have the kindness heart and you actually care. I...

- Care member

Jacqueline A.

Jacqueline is an experienced, compassionate, and reliable caregiver. I found her to have excellent communication skills and has a very...

- Care member

FAQs for finding caregivers in Waukegan, IL

Most private senior caregiver services in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Waukegan, IL on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $20.56 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 27 caregivers in Waukegan, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Waukegan, 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 Waukegan before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Waukegan, 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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