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Margaret D.'s Photo

Great Company As Well As Cooking And Cleaning

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Margaret. I live in Lake Zurich with my husband and three children, but I am able to work anywhere in Lake County. I am an experienced caregiver and just finished working with family, and have time to help a new family. I have over 20 years of experience caregiving including two years working with my father with ALS...

Yun L. says "Margaret has been helping us take care of our elderly mother. She has been reliable, cheerful, and exceptionally kind and compassionate. We would recommend...

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19+ Years Experienced Caregiver

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Anna and I have been a care giver for over 19 years. I am fluent in English however I am originally from Poland. Over the years I have worked with patients that had muscular dystrophy, alzheimer, parkinsons, hospice, diabetes, dementia, muscular sclerosis and autism. I have experience working with a feeding...

Lisa M. says "Anna has been absolutely wonderful to my mom. She is kind and compassionate and gentle. She listens to my mom's needs and adjusts as needed. She is a hard...

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Caregiver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am an experienced caregiver, who has worked with people with diabetes, cancer, dementia, and hospice care. I have a CNA certificate. I am available to work full-time or part-time, overnight and days. I am a flexible, patient, and caring person. I love helping people in any way that I can. I offer personal care, companionship,...

Jackie S. says "Roumi helped my mother care for my father for approximately four months. He required a lot of assistance with feeding, changing, medications, and...

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Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am an RN In my country. Caregiver for 5 years here in the US. I am compassionate, caring, honest, reliable and hardworking.

Tiffany G. says "Very dependable . Very helpful ...."

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I can take care of seniors.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
Hello beautiful families. I used to be a nurse and worked in the hospital for 6 years before I moved to US. I have been working here for different families more than 20 years . I have experience with dementia and a lot of different medical conditions that older people have. I am familiar with medication , insuline...

Care Member says "Agnes was great to work with and took amazing care of our dad. Very patient and sweet. She’s very knowledgeable with geriatric care."

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Breana P.'s Photo

Schaumburg, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Errands
dementia
home modification
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I have worked as a pet sitter for the past 3 years before I had decided that I really wanted to become an LPN. I was a vet assistant before and so I am no stranger to the things that animals tend to need in order to be happy. Besides that I have a year of dementia care experience as a caregiver at First light home care. I am...
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Part Time Experienced Caregiver Available

Park Ridge, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. With each person I care for, I give 200% of myself in the care that I give. I am a honest, reliable and responsible person.
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22 Year Experienced Caregiver

Lake Forest, IL

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Errands
companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
With over two decades of dedicated caregiving experience with elderly people, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise. I mostly have worked in the lake forest area, were I have build my reputation. I've considered caregiving to be my calling in life.
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Experienced Live-in CNA / Senior Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

1.0(0)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
visiting physician
Over 10 years of experience taking care of the elderly with different health conditions. Valid driver's license but no vehicle. Experienced in providing companionship, personal care, bathing + grooming, assisting with feeding, medication management, rehabilitation exercises and safely transferring clients with mobility issues....
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Part Or Full Time Caregiver

Palatine, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
I was the primary caregiver for both my father and mother in their battles against cancer. I was also the primary caregiver for my grandmother for the last 15 years of her life. I am experienced in personal hygiene, dressing, medication management, health insurance management, doctor appointments and followup instructions,...
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Our Senior Need Love Too

Vernon Hills, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I am a hard work single mother, I have worked in Several nursing homes main focus has been dementia care/memory care. For the past 10 years. I also have been taking care of my grandfather who was diagnosed almost 15 years ago with dementia as his primary caregiver. My goal is to always make a senior feel like they are human...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
personal care
+ 1 more
I'm a patient care Technician who has 14 years experience. I'm a compassionate, observant Caregiver and my goal is to help families restore balance, order and peace for their loved ones
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Cna Private Duty Caregiver

Palatine, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My name is Annette I have years of experience in working with seniors. I am CNA certified. I am honest , kind , and patient .
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Experienced Senior Caregiver | 10+ Years Of Compassionate Care.

Arlington Heights, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
companionship
errands
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Tess I am a professional caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate care to seniors and adults. I have experience supporting clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, ALS, MS, diabetes, COPD, heart conditions, mobility challenges, and post-surgical recovery. I am reliable, hardworking, and...
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Niles, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
companionship
errands
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Mel, a compassionate and dependable caregiver with several years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). I have experience caring for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care settings, providing personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, transfers, meal preparation, medication reminders, and...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$25/hr
Dementia
companionship
home modification
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Was a caregiver before then I decided to go for my CNa , Now Im a certified nurse assistant, I have experience working in LTC , Homecare , I know how to use so many transfer equipment. Helping people that what I live for .
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Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I have more than 15 years experience in caregiving. I am a registrar of healthcare workers. I worked 11 years as a caregiver and Lead care manager, in Sunrise senior living. Then I work for a Health care agency and for Sunrise part time. I have the equivalent of a bachelor's degree in Economics Since, but as an immigrant I...
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Caregiver

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$19/hr
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Good day. I work as a caregiver. I am looking for a job for a couple of extra hours a day. I have only 3 months of experience, but the clients are satisfied. I speak very little English as a barrier. But I understand very well that I need help. I understand older people and their pets. I can help with bathing, shopping, cooking,...
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Passionate Experienced Caregiver

Highland Park, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hello! My name is Regina and I am a resident in Highland Park with 10 years of caregiver experience in both residential homes and senior care facilities. I have a Master's degree in Health Administration and am taking a break from the corporate world of Healthcare Management in order to work directly with Senior care clients! I...
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Yanjmaa S.'s Photo

Lincolnshire, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
companionship
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Loving and dependable caregiver who treats every client like family. I'm 54, married, and originally from Mongolia. I'm a proud mother of sons and a grandmother of two wonderful grandchildren. I have a college education and four years of experience working as a senior caregiver in the U. S. I'm a nonsmoker and an experienced...
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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 3.3

Recent caregiver reviews from local families in Wheeling, IL

Caregivers in Wheeling, IL are rated 3.3 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Margaret D.

Margaret has been helping us take care of our elderly mother. She has been reliable, cheerful, and exceptionally kind and compassionate. We...

- Yun L.

Anna D.

Anna has been absolutely wonderful to my mom. She is kind and compassionate and gentle. She listens to my mom's needs and adjusts as needed....

- Lisa M.

Roumiana P.

Roumi helped my mother care for my father for approximately four months. He required a lot of assistance with feeding, changing,...

- Jackie S.

FAQs for finding caregivers in Wheeling, IL

Finding a senior caregiver in Wheeling, IL often begins with identifying the level of care your loved one needs, whether that includes companionship, help with daily routines, or more hands-on personal assistance. Families typically compare caregiver profiles based on experience, availability, hourly rates, and the types of services offered. Many seniors in Wheeling begin with support such as companion care, which provides social interaction and help with everyday tasks while allowing older adults to remain comfortably at home.
In-home senior caregivers in Wheeling, IL help older adults remain safe and independent while living in their own homes. Common services include companionship, meal preparation, medication reminders, transportation to appointments, mobility assistance, and help with daily activities such as dressing or bathing. Some seniors may also benefit from specialized support such as memory care services or exploring different home care aide options depending on their health needs.
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Wheeling, IL on Care.com as of October, 2026 is $23.82 per hour. Caregiver costs in Wheeling can vary depending on the level of care needed, the caregiver’s experience, and whether care is needed part-time, full-time, or live-in. Understanding the typical price range for private home care and the broader cost of in-home care and ways families pay for it can help families set expectations when comparing caregiver options.
Yes, caregivers near you in Wheeling, 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.
When hiring a caregiver for an elderly parent in Wheeling, IL, families often evaluate experience working with seniors, reliability, communication style, and the types of services offered. It can also help to think about your loved one’s daily routine, personality, and care needs so you can find someone who is a strong personal fit. Many families use guidance on choosing the right home care provider fit when comparing caregivers in Wheeling.
In-home care allows seniors in Wheeling, IL to receive personalized support while continuing to live in their own home, often with help from caregivers who assist with daily tasks, companionship, and mobility support. Assisted living communities provide housing, meals, and structured care services within a residential facility setting. Families deciding between these options often compare independence, level of care needed, and lifestyle preferences when evaluating in-home care vs assisted living.

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