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Rosalba N.

Companionship Care

Waukegan, IL

from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
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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Nancy L.

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
dementia
+ 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.
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Jacqueline G.

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jackie, and I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong commitment to providing high-quality senior care. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with current CPR and First Aid certification, and I am also fully vaccinated for your peace of mind. With a clean driving record, I am reliable for...
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Micaela B.

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
Compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience providing dedicated support to elderly individuals. Skilled in assisting with daily activities such as personal hygiene, medication reminders, mobility support, meal preparation, and companionship. Focused on ensuring comfort, safety, and emotional well-being, while...
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Elizabeth O.

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
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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Sonia R.

Waukegan, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
They will not lack attention and care and I will treat them very well I am a super patient and punctual person and very responsive and very organized if they give themselves the opportunity to meet me they will not regret it I have my own car I have the vaccines plus the booster
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Eleisy D.

Waukegan, IL

from
$21/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have been a caregiver for over 5 years now, providing compassionate and dedicated support to individuals of all ages and abilities. My experience spans working with seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those recovering from illness or injury. I am committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that...
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Isis R.

Hello My Name Is Isis I Am A CNA, Also I Being A Home Health Aide For About 4 Years I Love My Job.

Waukegan, IL

from
$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Isis and I am an experienced caregiver over 6 years also I am a certified nurse assistant since 2020, I am very friendly & caring person I love to help others , my happiness is to make a difference on others life , I can assist from companionship to total care assistance etc. If you have any questions feel free...
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Hayjie T.

Waukegan, IL

from
$30/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
My path to caregiving started at home, caring for my disabled father. That experience became my foundation. When I came to America, this work felt like a natural extension of my life. Since then, I've strengthened that personal foundation with skilled confidence. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I provide services such as...
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Veneesha V.

Senior Care

Waukegan, IL

from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
With my background as a Resident Assistant at Spectrum and my five years of experience in roles that require significant team collaboration and leadership, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to you and your family. During my time at Spectrum, I have developed my skills in problem solving, communication, and time...
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Ryssa D.

Waukegan, IL

from
$21/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Ryssa. I currently work at Advocate Condell Medical Center as a Patient Care Technician in the float pool, where I provide hands on care and support to patients with a wide range of needs. Working in the float pool has made me skilled at adapting to different units and situations, giving me strong experience...
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Miriah S.

I Am Passionate About Your Care!

Waukegan, IL

from
$23/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Miriah, I am passionate about helping others. I care for others as I would want my family or myself to be cared for. I am serious about my work but I still know how to keep the job fun! I got my certification for CNA and CPR in 2016. I worked as a temporary CNA during the Pandemic for about a year....
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Rebecca L.

Full-time Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

from
$15/hr
Personal care
live-in home care
I am a very positive person with an outgoing personality. Even thought I have no past job experience other than my clinical from getting certified. I believe seniors deserve respect and care like anyone else.
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Tisha G.

Waukegan, IL

from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
home modification
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 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, hardworking and very organized. I like caring for seniors and adults who have special needs...
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Jennifer K.

Love Caregiving And Have A Lot Of Experience

Gurnee, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have worked as a caregiver for more than 30 years and love it. I have done almost every possible case ad looking forward to doing even more. I have worked with clients with dementia, Parkinson, MS, mental health issues, spinal cord issues, blindness and so many others. I believe in caring for the whole person. Ones personal...

Dawn M. says "Jennifer is a terrific caregiver and I would highly recommend her. She took care of our elderly mother, who had advanced dementia, and made a tremendous...

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Ronke D.

Professional Caregiver (CNA)

Gurnee, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
An Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant with CPR and First Aid Certification with over 10years experience. My work availability is (7days) Full time Over-Night schedule. Organized and collaborative team player and strong clinical and interpersonal skills. proficient in caring for geriatric patients to improve overall health...
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Agnes P.

Caregiver

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
I have over 10 years of experience as a caregiver. I worked one on one for last 7 years, my last client I worked with for 2 years the one before I've been with for 5 years they both had dementia. Before that I worked as a CNA at assisted living facilities, I recently completed a medical assistant certification. I'm a very...

Mitchell K. says "Agnieszka is simply the best. She cared for my grandmother during her last few years. My grandmother suffered from dementia and Alzheimer's. Agnes...

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Laimute B.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! Are you looking for elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...

Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...

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Anna C.

Gurnee, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
Personal care
home modification
visiting physician
Hello, my name is Anna, and originally I am from Poland (Warsaw). To consider myself a mature, compassionate, nurturing, accountable, and trustworthy person. I am 67 years old, very energy, good cooker, speak English and Polish. I have over 25 years of experience working with children and older people like a caregiver. I would...

Ray P. says "Anna is an amazing person, and she is very compassionate. She made my Mother who was on Hospice feel like she was family. I was truly amazed by her kindness,...

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Marta D.

Marta

Gurnee, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
errands
companionship
home modification
I'm looking for a care-giving job. I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant with close to 25 years of experience caring for elderly individuals. I have good English. I'm very dependable and trustworthy. If you are looking for a peace of mind when it comes to a care for your loved one I'm the one to call for help.

Jo D. says "Marta is a very warm and caring woman, she really knows what is needed to take good care of the elderly person. She is proactive. She makes sure that all...

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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.71/hr as of October 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 7 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Jennifer K.

Jennifer is a terrific caregiver and I would highly recommend her. She took care of our elderly mother, who had advanced dementia, and made...

- Dawn M.

Agnes P.

Agnieszka is simply the best. She cared for my grandmother during her last few years. My grandmother suffered from dementia and Alzheimer's....

- Mitchell K.

Laimute B.

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant...

- Irene K.

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 October, 2025 is $20.71 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 34 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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