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60 caregivers are listed in Wood Dale, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 9 years
Caregivers in Wood Dale, IL
5.0
(1)
Hi! Over the past nine years I have helped care for several ladies suffering from memory loss. I feel God has given me a real gift to help those that are suffering and I would be honored if you would consider me to help when you are away. I have a clean background, 4 yr college degree and desire to support my myself and my...
Jonie can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"Jonie is a very devoted caregiver who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She has a strong work ethic and is always reliable. She even tended my garden for weeks on end last year while I was away due to a family emergency.
Any human, pet or plant...
Betty A.
I have been working as the registered nurse for 7 years. While attending the nursing school, I started working as the caregiver as well. My nursing experience includes the areas of orthopedics, medical -surgical, cardiology and most recently the intensive care unit. So, if you need more advanced care, I can definitely help or...
Agata can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
Maureen M.
Wood Dale, IL
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a nurse for 14 years and those years, I have had different experiences. I think the environments I've enjoyed most in my career
has been working in smaller environments where I can focus on giving great care to a patients without being rushed
Maureen can also help with: Meal prep, dementia
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am compassionate, trustworthy and hardworking caregiver with many years experience caring for the elderly. I am fully vaccinated and nonsmoker. I also have experience working as a CNA. I care for my clients as though they are my own grandparents. I respect them and give them the best care possible. I can do light housekeeping...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Wow! I could not have asked for a more wonderful, caring, thoughtful caregiver as Michelle. Her love towards my mother kept her alive and vibrant. Michelle always went above and beyond any of my brothers and sisters could imagine in her care for Patricia. She...
Eileen M.
Cailee S.
Park Ridge, IL
$9-14/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have never been a hired caregiver before, but am going into the medical field and have considered careers such as a personal care assistant. Also, in the past during the summers I have been the primary caregiver to my grandfather giving me some experience. I have been a Healthcare Coordinator for a summer camp as well where I...
Cailee can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands
5.0
"Hired for care for my elderly father. She was very reliable and had we a great experience. Such a compassionate soul!"
Caryl M.
Airie S.
Des Plaines, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Trustworthy CNA /Caregiver With 15 Years Of Experience Available For Companionship, Or Housekeeping.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
LGBTQ friendly. I've been a caregiver for 15 yrs & I truthfully love my work. It's very rewarding, in my opinion, for I learned lots of good wisdom from clients & very sincere advice. I enjoy being with them, especially when I see & feel that they are comfortable & safe around me. I always feel good inside knowing that I give my...
Airie can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Airie was extremely kind to my mother. Took very good care of her. They actually became friends. "
Care member
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: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
(3)
I am a compassionate and Trustworthy person. For 26 years, I have provided professional caregiving, meal preparation, personal care, light housekeeping and transportation services to my wonderful clients , some of whose families have become lifelong friends. My former clients or their surviving families can provide detailed...
Russel can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Russel is an outstanding caregiver who exceeds expectations in every way. Russel has been caring for my dear 90 year old relative for the past 7 years, and we have been totally pleased with her because she demonstrates compassion, expertise, and wisdom in every...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Nerry I'm a caregiver and I'm looking for a resident that I can take care of, I have been a caregiver for almost 6 years now I'm 28 years old and I'm available M-F. I love to take care of people. I have experience with the hospice care, dementia, Alzheimer and companionship
Nerry Rose can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Nerry is a very kind caregiver. She is very dependable and gives excellent care. She is very friendly and interacts with clients really well. She provides great meals and a clean house. Nerry is very trustworthy. She worked for us for over 4 years."
Care member
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: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, personal care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Caregiver with 11 years of experience in geriatric care within homes and assisted living environments. Recognized for ability to provide emotional and physical support to clients and staff. Possess exceptional communication abilities, as well as cultural sensitivity to deal with a diverse range of people.
My Job...
Glenn can also help with: Hospice services, visiting physician, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Glenn is such a calm & caring person and makes not only the patient but their family members feel special. He took such great care of my Father and we can call him our friend!"
Diana J.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I starting working as a caregiver over 10 years ago, when my mother got ill. At that time I was a deer in headlights. Since then, I decided to pay it forward, and ease the pain other families were going through. I've become close with the families that trusted me to care for their parents. Being able to grant people their wishes...
Irwin can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"Irwin did a great job taking care of my dad. He was very attentive to his needs and a great companion for my dad."
Anthony L.
Momka S.
Des Plaines, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Momka Is Available For Companionship, Housekeeping and Meal Preparation
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
As a caregiver I have extended experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients, patients with Diabetes, Heart problems, Arthritis and many more health conditions. I have a car and I am a skilled and safe driver with a clean driving record. I can provide help with ADL- personal hygiene, cooking, cleaning, shopping and more. I...
Momka can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Momka has helped my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's and we are very grateful for her care. Momka is knowledgeable, attentive, and RELIABLE."
Julia B.
Rose H.
Mount Prospect, IL
$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I have 17 years of care giving experience, I'm resident of Mount prospect, willing to work near by my areas.
Thanks !
Rose can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Rose cared for my mom the last couple of years of her life. I could not have asked for a kinder, sweeter, gentler or more loving person to whom to entrust a family member. My mom needed 24 hr care these last couple of years, so we had several caregivers involved....
John M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being a caregiver is so amazing. I'm extremely capable and compassionate with extensive experience in elderly care-giving.
Hard-working, honest individual who is able to take initiative and exceed the expectations of employer.
Enthusiastic to get a caregiver position at a private household utilizing care-giving skills to...
Sherie can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Sherie has worked for our family helping with the care of our 81 yr old father, a recent widow suffering from Dementia. She is very dependable, caring and patient. She has treated our Dad like her own family and has gone above and beyond to care for him since the...
Brooks W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am energetic, 23 years of experience reliable caregiver and CNA . Also, I have a medical education with experience from Europe. I can assist with daily tasks as well as challenges with mobility, dressing, bathing, feeding... etc I can provide the quality physical and psychological (memory loss) assistance to every individual...
Laima can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Laima is professional, caring and diligent. We are so grateful for her help with our mom. She is a good companion, cooks as requested, cleans as needed including laundry and does anything else that she sees needs to be done."
Robert R.
Patti B.
Elmhurst, IL
$35-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Skilled Senior Caregiver/Care Management-Patient Advocate Consultant
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Aging In Place Provider & Consultant - Committed to you or your loved one remaining safely in the home as long as possible, receiving holistic care and ensuring overall well-being.
Delivery of over five years of care to a senior with Parkinson's Disease, anxiety and macular degeneration. Exceptionally skilled in documentation...
Patti can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Patti is such a great help to my mom who is 89 and wants to remain independent. Patti is extremely flexible about the number of days, number of hours, and which days are convenient. This was very important to my mom. We are so blessed to have someone so close and...
Anne R.
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: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
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.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 15 years of caregiving experience. I am able to help with medication management, transportation, meal preparation, light housekeeping, staying physically active and much more! I am a compassionate person who will take great care of you or your loved one. I am a very understanding person, knowing that each client...
Mirka can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Mirka is an EXCELLENT caregiver. She is caring, compassionate, and very capable. She goes “the extra mile” for her clients. I had total confidence in her. We were lucky to have had her care for my mom for 7 years. I have no hesitation in recommending her. "
Care member
Dalia S.
Addison, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Dalia. I am currently looking for a position in caregiving since I have had previous experience in the medical field overseas. In Lithuania, I used to work in the field of paramedics and after 5 year I switched to working in a nursing home as a RN. I am also a mother of two girls that are 15 and 20.
5.0
"I hired Dalia about a year ago to look over by 82 year old mother while I ran some quick errands over the weekends, she was very organized and kind and my mother always enjoyed when Dalia came over for support. I know that Dalia is always there to assist because...
Kim S.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Wood Dale, IL
Jonie M.
5.0
Jonie is a very devoted caregiver who genuinely cares about the well-being of her clients. She has a strong work ethic and is always reliable. She even tended my garden for weeks on end last year while I was away due to a family emergency.
Any human, pet or plant that is lucky enough to have Jonie...
- Betty A.
Michelle V.
5.0
Wow! I could not have asked for a more wonderful, caring, thoughtful caregiver as Michelle. Her love towards my mother kept her alive and vibrant. Michelle always went above and beyond any of my brothers and sisters could imagine in her care for Patricia. She was there holding her hand until she...
- Eileen M.
Cailee S.
5.0
Hired for care for my elderly father. She was very reliable and had we a great experience. Such a compassionate soul!
- Caryl M.
Airie S.
5.0
Airie was punctual, caring, and all around very helpful. I’d absolutely hire her again.
- Care member
Russel V.
5.0
Russel is an outstanding caregiver who exceeds expectations in every way. Russel has been caring for my dear 90 year old relative for the past 7 years, and we have been totally pleased with her because she demonstrates compassion, expertise, and wisdom in every situation. After Russel started...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Wood Dale, IL
What caregiver services can I find near me in Wood Dale, IL?
Most private senior caregiver services in Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Wood Dale, IL in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Wood Dale, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $18.00 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 Wood Dale, IL?
There are currently 3 caregivers in Wood Dale, IL on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Wood Dale, IL background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Wood Dale, 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.