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Elaine P.

Part Time Caregiver

DeKalb, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
visiting nurse
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
I'm Elaine, I have a positive personality and have varied experience through the years with dementia/alzheimer, paraplegic/Parkinson's and other health issues. I help with the activities of feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming and excercise. Facilitated activities for physical and mental stimulation. Maintained a safe, secure...
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A Caring And Compassionate Caregiver/housekeeper

Sycamore, IL

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
If your care needs require a mature, reliable, responsible, trustworthy and experienced female caregiver, then contact me. I have amassed 20+ years of experience in home healthcare. I have cared for individuals who've had Dementia/Alzheimer's, Strokes, Parkinson, Macular Degeneration, and recovering recent surgeries. I am...
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Senior Care

Malta, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
transportation
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have 15+ years of experience in elderly care. I have cared for people with dementia, special equipment, Alzheimer's, and diabetes. I have also done light housekeeping, meal preps/plans for clients as well.
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Here To Help When Needed!

Sycamore, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Flore, and I have a deep passion for providing high-quality care and companionship to seniors. With 2 years of experience in senior care, I am skilled in assisting with daily activities such as meal preparation, medication reminders, mobility support, personal hygiene, and light housekeeping. More importantly,...
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Certified Nursing Assistant With 20 Years Experience!

Sycamore, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I have worked in a skilled nursing facility, and also with home care agencies. I have advanced training with Alzheimer, and Dementia patients. I am compassionate, caring, trustworthy, and dependable. I am a professional and vow to provide your loved one with the utmost respect and dignity at all times.

Donna N. says "Lisa is the best. She not only helped and card for my husband who had early on-set Alzheimer's but she helped guide me through his care, what to expect...

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I Have Been Working With Dementia Residents For 32

Cortland, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
CPR certificate 32 years with senior care specializing with dementia. I currently still work at a facility that I have been at almost 10 years. I assit with medications and complete care. Im very compassionate and love working with the seniors. At the end of my shift I know I made a difference it brings me so much joy knowing I...
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Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .

Elburn, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...

Care Member says "She was a 24/7 caregiver for my husband on hospice. She was devoted to his care, turning him, tending his meds, taking vitals and she helped me with...

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Professional Care Giver / Home Support Worker

Rochelle, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
dementia
live-in home care
visiting physician
I have 14 years experience caring for seniors with dementia/stroke, in addition to oxygen dependent. I am currently a caregiver in the mornings M-F for a C6 incomplete female quadriplegic in Galena.

Brian G. says "I highly recommend Paula. In addition to being very dependable, she is also a good person. Paula is experienced, knowledgeable and has helped our family...

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Plano, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
dementia
home modification
visiting physician
I am a caregiver and a CNA. I have been taking care of people for 20 years. I get along with older people and I like helping them. I, have been told I am very responsible, I, am always on time. I, have taken care of Parkinson, Alzheimer, dementia, and people with strokes. I also work 24 hour shifts .

Seth S. says "We found Cathy a year and a half after my Aunt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. My Aunt was beginning to show a tendency to wander and began disrupting our...

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Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hampshire, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
visiting physician
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Cheryl. I have been a caregiver for 18 years, and I enjoy what I do. I have cared for people of all ages (infants to elderly) with all different needs. I'm experienced in; -Dementia -Wound care -Toileting -Hospice -Bed bound -Meal preparation -Bathing -Grooming -Transportation -Companionship I look forward to the...

Jennifer J. says "Cheryl is patient, kind, laid-back and fun. She has a calming effect on my step-father, who suffers from dementia."

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Experienced Care Giver Looking For Part Time- Full Time Work

Hampshire, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have a lot of experience caring for people with different health issues including different types of cancer, stroke, dementia, diabetes, paraplegia, trachs, feeding tube, ventilator, incontinence, colostomy, heart conditions, pneumonia, and more:
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Senior Care Provider

Sandwich, IL

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Caring, Gentle and kind. I like caring for seniors because they are a wealth of knowledge and part of the greatest generation our world has ever had. I specialize in dementia/alzheimers care with 30 years experience. CPR/AED/First Aid instructor certified. I'm looking for a job that allows the patient to remain in their home...

Mary Katherine V. says "Lori is an outstanding, knowledgeable and experienced nurse and caregiver. We retained her nursing services to help me as I recovered from...

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CNA

Monroe Center, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have been a CNA for almost 9 years and a private caregiver for the last 5 years. Where I would help her with her ADL's and just spend time doing activities with her she had dementia so it was important to keep busy and comfortable.
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Senior Caregiver With Dementia Experience

Elburn, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I am passionate about senior care. I provided full-time dementia care for my mother (who has Alzheimer's disease) for 1. 5 years until she moved into memory care facility. It brought me great joy to help her connect to family and friends and stay engaged in hobbies of interest each day. I also felt honored to be able to support...
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Sandwich, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have compassion working with seniors because I think of them like family. I love taking care of people that are in need of help. I currently work in a nursing home working with Alzheimer's and dementia patients. I'm looking to get some more experience outside of my hometown and I look forward to meeting new people.
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MANY YEARS HOME CARE EXPERIENCE- I Bring HOPE & HELP To Families

Saint Charles, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
respite care
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
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...
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Caring Single Dad Providing Dependable Senior Support

Saint Charles, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
errands
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Joe -- a dependable, family-oriented single dad with a 16-year-old daughter. After years of running my own company, I decided to step back and focus on helping others in a more personal, hands-on way. I've cared for kids, seniors, and pets -- including my grandmother with dementia and my ex-father-in-law with...
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PreMed Student Looking For Summer Caregiving Job

Sandwich, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
In Summer of 2023 I worked for a couple their late eighties and early nineties. I prepared meals, did simple housework, gave sponge baths, assisted with physical therapy, tracked vitals, and drove them to appointments. I've also had several years of experience assisting two of my great-grandmas, both of whom had dementia. I'm...
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Lori D.'s Photo

Experienced Senior Care Provider

Sandwich, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
30+ years experience with senior care in all levels of care. Certified Nursing Assistant and previous owner of Jabez Elder Care, where we cared for 6 residents and 5 daycare attendees in all ranges of disabilities; dementia/alzheimers, brittle diabetics, ambulatory and non-ambulatory, etal. I'm very caring and dependable with...
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Tammy T.'s Photo

Saint Charles, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. With a college degree and experience as a Hospital and In Home Health Aide, I bring a compassionate and detail-oriented approach to senior care. My year of experience has equipped me to provide services like running errands, light housekeeping, meal...
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  • 25 dementia care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of January 2026

Recent dementia care reviews from local parents in DeKalb, IL

Dementia Care in DeKalb, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 25 listed dementia care

Lisa S.

Lisa is the best. She not only helped and card for my husband who had early on-set Alzheimer's but she helped guide me through his care,...

- Donna N.

Susan E.

She was a 24/7 caregiver for my husband on hospice. She was devoted to his care, turning him, tending his meds, taking vitals and she helped...

- Care member

Paula M.

I highly recommend Paula. In addition to being very dependable, she is also a good person. Paula is experienced, knowledgeable and has...

- Brian G.

FAQs for finding dementia care near you in DeKalb, 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 DeKalb, IL, you can review the profiles of different caregivers to see what specific types of dementia care they provide.

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 DeKalb, IL is $18.00.

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 DeKalb, IL to learn more about each provider’s rate and level of experience, as well as the responsibilities they’re willing to take on.

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 DeKalb, IL, we strongly advise you to do your own due diligence by running an independent background check and requesting references.

When you’re interviewing a caregiver for in home care for dementia near you in DeKalb, 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.

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