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60 caregivers are listed in West Chicago, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in West Chicago, IL
Paulina F.
Carol Stream, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Care Giving Job For Seniors ,since I Came From The Philippines
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Care for dementia / alzheimer / Parkinson / Muscular dystrophy / ALS , MS /Personal care ( bathing / dressing/ grooming / personal hygiene)
/ Companionship / Bringing clients doctor's appointment or other appointment outside home / Socialization / Light housekeeping / Grocery shopping/ Meal Preparation (cooking ) ( feeding) /...
Paulina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Bernadeta, I'm a working as a PCT in Elmhurs Hospital on weekends only. I finished Nursing School in Poland with RN degree. I have been working in US, as a PCT for 15 years. I have valid CPR card. I 'm non smoking person , available in the morning from 9am-2 p.m. M-Fr. I can help with morning bath, shower , prepare...
Bernadeta can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(2)
Hello everybody ! My name is Echo. I've been a caregiver for 4 years now going on 5! Caregiving has gave me a lifetime bond with my former clients and their families. I am trustworthy, patient, and most importantly compassionate. I have many skills to help your loved ones throughout their day to day activities. Such as...
Echo can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Echo is a delight! She is such a great help to have in the house, from cooking and cleaning to having a conversation with. You name it she can help like running errands, doing laundry, helping with every day chores."
Kristina E.
Jamie F.
Saint Charles, IL
$45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jamie. I am an RN of 35 years with experience in hospital, clinic, long term care, hospice and home health nursing. I live in St Charles. My joy is caring for people (and hence opting to leave organized healthcare as it allows little time for that anymore!), including providing high-level companionship and...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, respite care, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"To Whom It May Concern,
Jamie F cared for my children for the last 12 years. My two boys are severely disabled and Jamie was directly responsible for managing 6-7 nurses that made up the care team caring for my children.
There is no better nurse that I...
Bob E.
Margaret O.
Bloomingdale, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I'm Margaret single mom of a 18-year-old boy
I'm in healthcare over 20 years in total
Started off at St Francis in Evanston as a Unit Secretary for almost 10 years and then I decided to work for NorthShore University Health System as A Patient Support Associate for 10 years, then I decided I wanted to help people hands on, so...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced Caregiver.
I'm a mom to two teenage boys located in Geneva, that left the professional work force behind after becoming very sick. I needed help at home at different points in my recovery so I know how crucial a need that is. Now that I'm very well And care give as a home health aid. I am not a nurse or a CNA but...
Virginia can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I spent 13 years caring for my aging parents. I was responsible for all household responsibilities and medical care. Cooking, cleaning, shopping, errands, Doctor appointments, medications. after my mother passed I felt it was my calling to help other families with their loved ones. I have worked for 5 other families in the last...
Margaret can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Margie worked for us for 2 years and did an amazing job. She is highly organized, willing to help with anything that needs doing, including housekeeping even though she was hired to help a 92 year old gentleman with his daily needs. He went from being somewhat...
Tanya B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi. My name is Holly. I have been caring for others for as long as I can remember. I began caring for my grandma when she was no longer able to do so and that is when I realized caring for seniors is what I truly love to do. I officially started caring for seniors with a local agency over 10 years ago. I truly love helping...
Holly can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Holly is amazing! She is honest, caring, and dedicated to her job. She cared for my dad, who wasn't keen on having a caregiver. He is in assisted living now, but still talks about how special Holly is. He enjoyed all of the time they spent together. I also had...
Julie W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My family and I have recently moved back into the area after being out of state for the past 18 years. We are excited to be back and with the move, I have started a new chapter in senior care.
I have been a stay at home mom for over 18 years and I am now using those skills to help care for others. I am a positive,...
5.0
"Jennifer chaperoned me to my surgery and was punctual, professional and everything went smoothly. Judging from my interactions, I would trust Jennifer for all care related needs."
Nicholas F.
5.0
(15)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello-
My name is Eugene. I am a caregiver/CNA with 27 years experience. The following are a few examples of patients I took care of: Alzheimer's, Last Stage Parkinson, FrontoTemporal and Lewy Body Dementia, Cancer, Severe Autism, ALS/Lou Gehrig Disease, Quadriplegic, Hospice-Bedridden, and Diabetics.
I have excellent...
Eugene can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Good clean, responsible person."
Lennie R.
Wendy F.
Glen Ellyn, IL
$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have 5 years of experience. In the past, I have worked with people who have diabetes, alzheimer, dementia, arthritis, asthma. Hospice care. I assisted with their activities of daily living,...
Wendy can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Very nice to have help with the family."
Sam S.
Zeferina M.
Hanover Park, IL
$17-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
I have been working as a caregiver for around 6 years now. I can help with things that need to be done around the house. For example, laundry, cooking, cleaning and more. I'm willing to learn new things. I speak English and Spanish. I can also go shopping for food or anything that is needed.
Zeferina can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
I have provided home care for 9 years for a woman who passed in 2018. I am now working for my 95-year-old client. I do her laundry, make her dinner, run her errand, do light house cleaning, take her to appointments and I'm a companion to her. I love my time with her. I am looking for 1 or 2 additional days maybe 3-4 hours a day....
Matina can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"She is very helpful, friendly & quite capable"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
15 years professional senior caregiver offering day and night time services. My philosophy is serving with care, empathy, and patient's comfort in mind.
I have CPR training and experience caring for patients with medical needs. I can provide references on request from previous clients.
I have experience caring for patients...
Lidiya can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Lidiya cared for my Mother for almost 3 years in a very loving and professional manner while my Mom was in an Assisted Living facility and later a Nursing Home. We hired Lidiya as a part-time private caregiver in those homes to give my Mom additional attention...
Care member
Lorie G.
Saint Charles, IL
$23-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
MANY YEARS HOME CARE EXPERIENCE- I Bring HOPE & HELP To Families
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Life can be challenging as is... even more so for people with dealing with mental or physical conditions.
I'm passionate about assisting men and ladies with cognitive & physical challenges lead fulfilling lives by helping with daily living tasks so that they can be as independent as they desire to be :)
I gained my experience...
Lorie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Very professional in her medical/health care knowledge and skilled at communicating with her clients"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am trained and experienced in caregiving essentials such as:
Dementia Communications Strategies
Anxiety Reduction
Social Interaction
Cognitive Support
Warm Companionship
Games and Activities
Meals and Feeding Support
Dressing Assistance
Wheelchair Transfer
Personal Hygiene
You can call and text at anytime
Thank...
Stacey can also help with: Dementia, companionship, home modification, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Stacey was so very helpful. I would definitely recommend her and I would also hire her again!"
Deanna W.
5.0
(3)
I was always passionate about being a nurse since I was little. I graduated with the Nurse diploma and after I went further and pursued Bachelors in Biology in Ukraine. I have over 12 years of experience working in a hospital as a nurse in Ukraine. I am Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Phlebotomy...
Myroslava can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Myroslava is absolutely amazing. She went above and beyond caring for my father up until he passed away. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!"
Markian S.
4.5
(1)
Cooking meals
Personal care, dressing, bathing & bathroom visit.
Medicine administration and caring.
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Linda is reliable, honest and punctual. She’s friendly, crafty and fun to speak to. We watched Andrew Zimmern /Delucious Destinations & Bizarre Eats. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Been working in this caregiving field for a couple of years , with family , now with private duty and an senior living facility, I enjoy what I do , meet a lot of great people
Veronica can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Take charge personality - wonderful and dependable, reliable!"
Ilyse S.
Maria D.
Carol Stream, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I started working as a caregiver since 2011 in home health agencies, I worked as CNA in United Medical Center in Washington DC for 4 years. I have always been passionate about taking care of the elderly. With my extensive background in the Healthcare field, I am able to provide quality care to my patients and treat them as my...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She's experienced from a hospital nursing assistant to a private caregiver. She has a good sense of humor, diligent, punctual, patient, good listener and empathetic with her clients which are necessary qualities in caring for the elderly."
Josephine B.
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Recent caregiver reviews in West Chicago, IL
Echo B.
5.0
Echo is a delight! She is such a great help to have in the house, from cooking and cleaning to having a conversation with. You name it she can help like running errands, doing laundry, helping with every day chores.
- Kristina E.
Jamie F.
5.0
To Whom It May Concern,
Jamie F cared for my children for the last 12 years. My two boys are severely disabled and Jamie was directly responsible for managing 6-7 nurses that made up the care team caring for my children.
There is no better nurse that I have crossed paths with since learning...
- Bob E.
Margaret H.
5.0
Margie was caregiver to my mom 5 days/ week 2 hours a day as a minimum. She would also drive mom to doctors and at time pick up things from the store. My parents and I loved Margie. She was such a God send Mom had been sick and ended up in a wheelchair. Margie would help mom bathe once a week...
- Ann M.
Holly P.
5.0
My mom loves Holly. Holly comes a couple day and my mom looks very forward to her coming all week long. She is so great talking to her, and this is a challenge as my mom is a tough one who can be very moody and disagreeable. Holly always has such a great kind, caring, and loving approach.
- Susan M.
Jennifer H.
5.0
Jennifer is a great communicator. She is responsive and very caring. I give my strongest recommendation for hiring Jennifer!
- Clint S.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in West Chicago, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in West Chicago, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in West Chicago, 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 West Chicago.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in West Chicago, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in West Chicago, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $18.50 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 West Chicago, IL?
There are currently 4 caregivers in West Chicago, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from West Chicago, 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 West Chicago before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in West Chicago, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in West Chicago, 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.