Find Top Dementia Care Near Me in Chicago, IL
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149 dementia care are listed in Chicago, IL
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby dementia care is 7 years
Dementia care in Chicago, IL
Cailey N.
Chicago, IL
$16-22/hr
Just graduated from with my bachelors degree this April. I graduated with Health Services & Sciences with an occupational therapy concentration. I will be applying to graduate school this winter to peruse occupational therapy. I don't have much paid experience caring for older adults but I have cared for my grandpa who has...
Cailey can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Armin R.
Chicago, IL
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Armin, I am 30 yrs old male.
I have 2 years of experience with caregiving.
I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping if needed.
I have experience with:
-Parkinson's disease
-ALS
-Dementia
-Stroke
-Quadriplegic
I assist with daily life activities; meal prep, medication reminder, light exercise,...
Armin can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, personal care & more
5.0
"Armin was incredible. He worked just weekends for awhile but then we hired him for 24 hour care for my father. He was kind, compassionate and highly skilled. His calm demeanor was such a welcome energy during my father's last days and hours. He was a true blessing."
Nancy B.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For many years, I have been working with old and sick people with disabilities. I worked with patients with Alzheimer's and dementia. I really like to take care of older people.
I am nice, obligatory, hard-working - all the time available.
I know different languages, English, Italian, Polish, Russian.
I have a car and I can get...
Aleksander can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Diego H.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, fun, and humorous.
I've got YEARS of experience under my belt. I've worked as a CNA for 4 years and a caregiver for the last 6 years. I can provide companionship as well as senior care. Past duties include companion care, toileting, bathing, dressing, and mobility and ambulatory...
Diego can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Fabbie M.
Chicago, IL
$16-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Naturally I'm a loving, caring and compassionate and all these coupled with my years of experience serving and caring for varous patients and needs including but not limited to cancer, dementia and Alzheimer's. Am extremely capable of caring with extensive experience in elderly care giving, I'm hard working, honest excellent...
Fabbie can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia
My experience caring for seniors was amazing. I'm passionate about it because I know that I can make a difference with their lives. They value and appreciate my time and what I do for them. I also learn a lot from their experiences in life. Some of the ailments I encountered were the seniors have dementia and bedridden. I always...
Rumel can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
4.9
(8)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a independent caregiver with many years of experience. I have flexible hours live-in or come and go, with loving care. During the years I have had different cases. I have been working with dementia, stroke, diabetes, cancer, tube feeding and much more. I treat people with respect. I'm professional with caregiver training...
Barbara can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, home modification, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"I was a little reluctant to use a service that hadn't been
recommended but decided to give Care.com a try and am I glad I
did. I created a list of potential candidates and Barbara was at
the top of the list. I called and we hit it off, she started the...
James C.
Ashley O.
Chicago, IL
$20-23/hr • 4 yrs exp
I am a CNA with 4 years of experience. I can help meal preparation, light house cleaning, bathing/dressing, companionship and more. I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia, COPD, Hospice, Bed bound individuals and those with parkinson's disease.
I am a recent medical school graduate with a lot of understanding on health...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
I spent 2020 living with my best friend and her 83-year-old Mother Rose. She was a nurse her whole life until she retired and ultimately got dementia. She had to be feed, put to bed, bathed, read to, and changed. I had first hand experience of what end of life looks like and how important it is to have loved ones who care or can...
Leslie can also help with: Companionship, personal care, dementia, specialized care
5.0
"Leslie provided outstanding companion care for my 85 year old mother in our home. Leslie fully engaged with my mother. Leslie is completely present and attentive. My mother and I truly appreciated Leslie’s ability to engage in meaningful conversation and the way...
Care member
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alma I have been doing home health for about 13 years , I've been doing private care for about 10 . I am a LPN and can be looked up through the nurses registry for the state of Illinois I have my own background check through accurate bio-metrics, Covid shot and booster, physical up-to-date . I worked for companies...
Alma can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Alma is wonderful. She is kind, gentle, and understanding. my grandmother is in her 90s and as her condition declined, Alma went right along with the changes and recommended ways to help make things easier for us and my Gramma. She helped cover numerous times when...
Susanne D.
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with transportation services, companionship, Errands/Shopping, cooking, Feeding, Light house keeping. My patient care includes... Hospice care, stroke care, Dementia, Alhzeimer, and medication reminder. Transferring skills include.... Surgery recovery, Mobility assistance, Hoyer lifting,...
David can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Kathy M.
Chicago, IL
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA With 8 Years In Hospice & 13 Years As A Private Caregiver
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA who has 14 years experience, 8 of those years I worked in hospice. I am CPR and Dementia certified as well. I'm available for overnight shifts, five days a week including weekends.
I love what I do because there is such a great need. So many seniors do not get the proper care they deserve. If I can make a difference,...
Kathy can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, personal care, visiting physician, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kathy helped my mother care for my father during his final weeks of life. Her prior experience working in hospice was extremely valuable as he was home under hospice care during this time. She traveled a good distance to assist them, and was more than willing to...
Jackie S.
I have professional experience at an assisted living facility, caring for up to 12 residents at a time with various degrees of requirements (light assistance to residents with sun-down and on hospice. Assisted with baths, diaper changing, feeding, dressing, making beds and doing laundry. Also keeping residents company and...
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician
2.0
(4)
I am a very dependable, experienced, skilled to where I can provide the services your family needs. Some of my recent patients include: I cared for an 67 yr old woman, , also for 2 years I cared for an 62-year-old man who had dementia, also cared for an 52-year-old man with epilepsy for 5 years, then I cared for an 63-year-old...
Kimberly can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Sylvia A.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My name is Sylvia , I'm a 4th year medical student, I have been working as a Caregiver and CNA for over 6years now.
I've grown to love taking care of the elderly like they are my own relatives. I have also taken care of children and mentally disabled people. I have experience with transportation, transfer, dementia, stroke and...
Sylvia can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"I worked together with her to take care of a very difficult client. But she was so patient and well knowledgeable about what to do to calm them down."
Lucy H.
Hannah N.
Chicago, IL
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
In my career as a caregiver, I have worked with adults and seniors with varying levels of support needs. I have long term experience caring for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's, Lyme disease, multiple sclerosis, and general chronic illnesses. I strive to create an environment that is safe, welcoming, and respectful, where...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Ludi T.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm Ludi T 53 yrs old. I am responsible, compassionate & honest person. I have 22yrs experience as a caregiver mostly Dementia/Alzheimer's patients, strokes, Parkinson, tube feeding, oxygen, catheter, suctioning, cancer patients, hoyer lift from bed to chair & chair to bed, hospice. My duties; meals prep, med prep, med...
Ludi can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, home modification, live-in home care
4.0
"Ludi was a great caregiver for a few weeks - she is safe, honest, clean and very organized. Unfortunately she wasn't very dependable for the type of care that we needed."
Terri K.
Kamila D.
Chicago, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full Time/ Part Time Caregiver-Personal Assistant / Night Shift-overnight
I am an extremely capable and compassionate individual with extensive experience in elderly care-giving. I am hardworking, honest, able to take initiative and go beyond the expectations of an employer. My qualifications include: - warm, loving, and caring attitude. I am able to handle emergency and unforeseen situations. I own a...
Kamila can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
I've been a CNA for 17 years. I've worked in long term care facilities, rehabilitation centers and in homes. My passion has always been in home care. The idea to Care for the elderly and or younger adult in not only a familiar setting known to them but in a place they love is a beautiful thing. I have great communication skills,...
Courtney can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
I have experience working with seniors in nursing homes, hospitals, and home care. I've worked with stroke, dementia, hospice, etc., patients. I feel that seniors have done their job of taking care of their families and now it's time for them to be cared for. Seniors remind me of children: helpless, sometimes innocent, lovable,...
Cynthia can also help with: Companionship, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
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Recent dementia care reviews in Chicago, IL
Armin R.
5.0
Armin was incredible. He worked just weekends for awhile but then we hired him for 24 hour care for my father. He was kind, compassionate and highly skilled. His calm demeanor was such a welcome energy during my father's last days and hours. He was a true blessing.
- Nancy B.
Barbara S.
5.0
We hired Barbara to care for my mother who has dementia. Barbara did a great job caring for my mom and keeping her company. She also helped us when my mom had to be admitted to the hospital. Barbara has a great personality and was very kind to my mom.
- Maria K.
Leslie G.
5.0
Leslie provided outstanding companion care for my 85 year old mother in our home. Leslie fully engaged with my mother. Leslie is completely present and attentive. My mother and I truly appreciated Leslie’s ability to engage in meaningful conversation and the way she motivated mom to get outside and...
- Care member
Alma S.
5.0
I hired Alma for post-operative home care. She’s absolutely fantastic- helped me get around, sorted all my pills for the entire week, checked my vitals, etc. She was very easy to communicate with via text and I really enjoyed her company when I was finally awake. Alma made me feel safe and cared...
- Marcy B.
Kathy M.
5.0
Both my mother and I spoke with Kathy about caring for my dad. While a family emergency prevented her from starting, I was so comforted and impressed with how professional and empathetic she was. Her compassion and kindness came through her emails and phone calls and she clearly has many years of...
- Katrina P.
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FAQs for finding dementia care near you in Chicago, IL
What is the basic concept of dementia care near me in Chicago, IL?
Dementia can cause significant physical strain as well as cause the patient to lose some or all of their memory. Some patients may need more physical care or some may need more help due to memory issues. If you’re looking for dementia care near you in Chicago, IL, you can review the profiles of different caregivers to see what specific types of dementia care they provide.
How much does dementia care cost near me in Chicago, IL?
The cost of dementia care is set by each individual caregiver, so the costs can vary greatly. Where you live, the type of care your family member needs, and how experienced the caregiver is can all impact in home dementia care costs. The average cost of dementia care near you in Chicago, IL is $20.78.
How can I find dementia care near me in Chicago, IL?
If someone is looking to create a dementia care plan, they can start by using Care.com to learn more about what their dementia home care provider options are. With Care.com you can review different profiles of caregivers near you in Chicago, IL to learn more about each provider’s rate and level of experience, as well as the responsibilities they’re willing to take on.
Is it safe to hire dementia care near me in Chicago, IL?
Safety is likely top of mind when caring for a loved one with dementia. To help make your search for safe care easier, all dementia care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. However, when looking for a dementia care provider near you in Chicago, IL, we strongly advise you to do your own due diligence by running an independent background check and requesting references.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring dementia care near me in Chicago, IL?
When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in Chicago, IL, you can ask them whatever questions you need to feel more comfortable. For example, you may want to ask them about how they best communicate, what their preferred working schedule is, and to tell you more about their experience working as a caregiver for people with dementia.
Ratings for Chicago, IL dementia care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Dementia Care in Chicago, IL are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 156 reviews of the 149 listed dementia care.