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161 home care are listed in Chicago, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of September 2023
The average experience for nearby home care is 6 years
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3.0
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My name is Quintisa
I've been doing home-care for 12yrs, I've worked with seniors and people with disabilities, all my clients have fallen to love me, and I've done the same, I love helping others and making them feel comfortable with me in their home, I'm very nice. I cook, clean, run errands, do...
Recent review:
5.0
She is great with people from all age groups kindhearted and gentle with people
Reviewed by Tanisha S.
3.7
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Senior care cook clean bath do hair , put clothes on sit for 4 hrs a day or more get paid cash. past experience since 1990 I'm a good worker love my job helping do private cases worked with my mother in-law on cases 2007 to 2014 . working in nursing homes in 1990. Worked at a rehabilitation center...
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5.0
Letosha has been a godsend ! My husband gets along quite well with her. She is patient, friendly, reliable and attentive.
Reviewed by Deborah H.
5.0
(5)
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I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Bathing/Dressing, Meal planning and house work . I love working and enjoy my job. I have recently got my Covid vaccine
Recent reviews:
5.0
I hired Kaylen after coming home from a nursing home because COVID wrecked my nervous system and I was sick for months. She has helped me tremendously in the short time I've known her and I'm happy to have her...
Reviewed by Sylvia W.
5.0
(1)
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Hello
Being a caregiver takes patience, and although family/friends may be there for you, when everyone needs a break where do you look? You begin with your customized description of what's needed and then you start to search. I'm going to give you a breakdown of what quality care from me, that...
5.0
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Provide routine individualized healthcare such as changing bandages, dressing wounds, and applying topical medications to the elderly convalescents, or person with disabilities at the clients home or in a care facility. Monitor and report changes in health status. Perform incontinent care, feed,...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Barbara is very patient, competent and compassionate. She will go above and beyond to help, without hesitation. In addition, Barbara's pleasantly friendly demeanor provides a gateway for excellent...
Reviewed by Cynthia H.
5.0
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I have 10 years experience with senior care. I am able to assist in all aspects of daily living including but not limited to bathing, transfers, medication reminders, meal preparation, feeding, housekeeping and transportation. I am currently registered through the state of California with the HCA...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Trinity is super nice, strong, and helpful. She gets right to work and is such a big help. She pays attention to details and has such a beautiful heart for this job! She takes good care of me, and is friendly...
Reviewed by Theresa C.
Arnold A.
Chicago, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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I'd describe my personality as hardworking, honest & reliable.
I enjoy my job as a caregiver because I love helping other people. I always treat them as my own family. Respect them and give the treat that they deserve.
I'm looking for a job that need my help. So, I can apply my experienced &...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Arnold looked after my husband for more than two years. He always showed up on time and was very reliable, compassionate, and trustworthy. He always treated my husband very gently and respectfully. He really...
Reviewed by Sadhna S.
5.0
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As an Empath and seasoned mom of adult kids, I'm a Caregiver at heart with skills that can't be taught and are commonly overlooked qualifications. If that's not enough, here's the boring stuff: I hold certifications in Life Coaching & Hypnotherapy, 4h training in Dementia-Related Behaviour, 10h...
Recent review:
5.0
Lily is an incredible listener and very empathetic and nurturing. She's always on time and is very resourceful when it comes to anyone's needs.
Reviewed by Ariela K.
Verica Z.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Non medical caregiver with 15 years of experience.
Services provided:
-Senior companionship
-Light housekeeping
-Meal preparation
-Grocery shopping
-Personal care
-ADL
-Transportation to medical appointments
- Medication reminders
Recent reviews:
5.0
Extremely knowledgeable and caring. Often goes above and beyond. Very personable and friendly. She continues to make the effort to help us out when we need her.
Reviewed by John M.
5.0
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Hi, my name is Izabel. I have over 15 years of experience. Top references.
I am looking for a full or part-time job as a caregiver/companion. I provide light housecleaning, cooking, preparing meals, feeding, dressing, bathing, managing medications, doctor appointments, making groceries , walks,...
Recent reviews:
5.0
very compassionate with my parents
Reviewed by Carol M.
Rashawnda P.
Chicago, IL
$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Vaccinated & Full Of Integrity CNA Looking For Fulltime Client.
5.0
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I've worked as an certified nursing assistant for over 12 years.
I have worked with geriatrics & young adult for those years. I care very much about my client's. Therefore values on integrity & respect for life carries out though my work. Having training in safety & personal care, including...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Rashawnda was a pleasure to have in our home. She engaged with my dad & assisted him with daily tasks & was friendly/kind throughout. She was helpful during a time that my family needed the help & we would be...
Reviewed by Lisa G.
5.0
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I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and...
Recent reviews:
5.0
She's an angel. Caring and kind.
Reviewed by Jasmine W.
4.9
(10)
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I'm 48yrs old I have been in the health field working as a Caregiver for over 20yrs. I take pride in my profession I enjoy working with the elderly. It gives me a sense of purpose in life. I started off just helping the elderly at my Grandmother's church. I start enjoying it so much that I made...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Lashawn is very professional and prompt. She was very flexible for our family needs. She was truly a pleasure in our time of need. Will use her in the future.
Reviewed by Crystal B.
Delisa S.
Chicago, IL
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, House Keeping And Meal Preparation.
5.0
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My name is Delisa, I have been a Certified Nursing assistant for over 10yrs. I am well experienced in providing the best care possible to seniors, I love to work with the elderly. I am good at bathing, feeding, transferring, cooking, cleaning, and communicating. I would love to have the opportunity...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Delisa is a wonderful person and exceptionally qualified. She took care of my mom for about 2 months before my mom developed some health problems that now require in-patient care. Delisa jumped right in at the...
Reviewed by Erica D.
5.0
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I am looking for Full Time work .
My story is about a 67-year-old man who only needed a housekeeper twice a week. His illness progressed with time he was diagnosed with Parkinson's and dementia, due to his illness he now needed help full time. Although care giving isn't for everybody I gave it a...
Recent reviews:
5.0
God sent us an angel in Marissa! Finding help for my husband's parents was a grueling, stressful experience. Then we found Marissa. She walked in with a smile as large as life, walked right up to my in-laws and...
Reviewed by Jane R.
3.0
(5)
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I have 15 years of experience with healthcare. I'm a nurse , and I was a cna for over 10 years . I'm willing to do whatever needs your love one might need. I promote independence to maintain there dignity respect .
Recent reviews:
5.0
I reached out to Jeanette in an emergency situation last week to provide home care for my stepmom. Unfortunately, we had home care providers who were "no shows" and who quit with only giving our family an...
Reviewed by Endon P.
5.0
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My name is Alma I have been doing home health for about 12 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...
Recent review:
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...
Reviewed by Susanne D.
Emilija M.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have over 10 years of experience in caring for individuals with both physical and mental impairments. Helping others comes naturally to me. I am able to help with meal prep, feeding, bathing, getting dressed, shopping, light cleaning, companionship, and many more duties necessary to provide...
Recent review:
5.0
Emilija helped care for my father at home as he was enduring terminal cancer. My father needed constant attention around the clock ... he was fiercely committed to his independence and physically capable...
Reviewed by Kathleen S.
5.0
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As a care coordinator for over 18 years, I integrate wellbeing practices for seniors, children and pets as well as traditional care giving tasks. These holistic practices include reiki, gentle yoga and pilates, guided breathing meditations, art sessions, and mediations during and after treatments in...
Recent reviews:
5.0
The whole family looked forward to the days Cindy would come. She was reliable, thoughtful, patient, hard working and a good communicator. Her good attitude always set the tone for day. Absolutely no...
Reviewed by Kathleen R.
Saidat A.
Chicago, IL
$25-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there. I'm a certified nurse assistant and a certified home health care. I've been taking care of elderly people with many kinds of care for 10years now Both in hospital and the residents home, and I'm passionate about making people comfortable as they possibly can be and I've been fortunate...
Recent review:
5.0
Saidat is a blessing. She's treats my mother-in-law as if she were her own grandmother. Saidat is observant, communicative, and kind. We are lucky to have her as a caregiver.
Reviewed by Alexandra U.
Jo-marie W.
Chicago, IL
$45-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Caring And Professional, Compassionate, Loving, Patient, And Kind. My References Speaks For Me
4.9
(7)
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I have many, many years of experience caring for the sick and elderly. I have been known to turn things around where patient care is concerned. My approach to each patient is tailored to their needs. I am very caring, honest, trustworthy, and compassionate. I get along with all my patients very well...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Jo-Marie is a warm, loving, wonderful caregiver and a very special person. She took excellent care of my parents and their home for several years. They absolutely adored her, as did our entire family and...
Reviewed by Jane Y.
5.0
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My name is Kasuba and I have 5 years experience in elderly care.
My past clients know me as a fun loving, engaged and involved, patient, understanding and knowledgeable caretaker.
I have experience working with patients of Dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease, and COPD, among...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Kasuba was WONDERFUL. We had 3 prior caregivers (& a temporary one) who were all awful nightmares. Kassy came to us & our world changed. I no longer had to worry about anything relating to my mother's care. She...
Reviewed by Robin W.
5.0
(5)
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Hello, thank you for taking interest in my care. com profile and learning a little about me! My name is Tim, I'm 23, and I am currently dual-enrolled in the Respiratory Therapy program at UIC, and earning my Healthcare Administration degree online through The University of Michigan. I have always...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Timothy is caring and competent. The best caregiver I could've asked for for my father with dementia.
Reviewed by Joshua R.
5.0
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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...
Recent reviews:
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!
Reviewed by Diana J.
Sylvia A.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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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,...
Recent reviews:
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.
Reviewed by Lucy H.
Tina S.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Available For Companionship, House Keeping, & Meal Prep.
5.0
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I have six, and a half years of experience, & a few letters of recommendations. I've had three clients, and I took excellent care of them. I did physical therapy with them, prepared meals, house keeping, laundry, did errands, I took them to doctor appointments, took great care of their medications,...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Tina was a great addition to our family.
Reviewed by Mary P.
5.0
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My experience caring for seniors has been tremendously life-time changing experience. I always have a thought in mind that this is their (seniors) time for them to reap from what they have sown during their years of hard work. I take a great pride in caring for seniors because they are very...
Recent review:
5.0
Emmanuel worked for my father as fill in over a 4 day weekend and since as daily fill in. We found him very pleasant and willing to do anything to help. He is strong and was able to lift/assist my father when...
Reviewed by Carrie B.
4.0
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Hi, I have been providing care for seniors for over 5+years from Chicago to Northwest Indiana. My passion for taking care of the elderly comes from the love and compassion my grandparents showed me. I have a variety of skills and knowledge when it comes to taking care of families and their love...
4.0
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Your parents or grandparent or even a sick relative is someone that you wish you had time to take care of or visit more often for companionship. I understand that it is rough for you to be in many places at one time. Let me help you. I am here to offer my services as a companion for your senior...
5.0
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I've been a CNA for 21 years, 9 years in a nursing home, 12 years doing home care. I've cared for my aunt, grandfather, and grandmother in their last days and cared for my mother through her fight with breast cancer. October of 2016 was her last day of chemo, that following December my son became...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Elissa is compassionate, patient & experienced with people with dementia.
Reviewed by Melissa W.
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Recent home care reviews in Chicago, IL
Quintisa T.
5.0
She is great with people from all age groups kindhearted and gentle with people
- Tanisha S.
Letosha J.
5.0
Letosha has been a godsend ! My husband gets along quite well with her. She is patient, friendly, reliable and attentive.
- Deborah H.
Kaylen J.
5.0
I hired Kaylen after coming home from a nursing home because COVID wrecked my nervous system and I was sick for months. She has helped me tremendously in the short time I've known her and I'm happy to have her by my side. She does everything from housekeeping to errands and transportation. She...
- Sylvia W.
Barbara R.
5.0
Barbara is very patient, competent and compassionate. She will go above and beyond to help, without hesitation. In addition, Barbara's pleasantly friendly demeanor provides a gateway for excellent communication.
- Cynthia H.
Trinity S.
5.0
Trinity is super nice, strong, and helpful. She gets right to work and is such a big help. She pays attention to details and has such a beautiful heart for this job! She takes good care of me, and is friendly and professional. I highly recommend her.
- Theresa C.
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FAQs for finding home care in Chicago, IL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Chicago, IL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Chicago, IL as of September, 2023 is $19.62 per hour. This cost will fluctuate depending on the provider's level of experience, whether the care is full-time or part-time and the duties required to perform to care for your senior loved one.
How can I find home care near me in Chicago, IL?
Care.com has 161 home care providers for seniors in Chicago, IL. To start searching for caregivers near you, you need to create a Care.com account. To create your account, you will answer some basic questions to help you find home care providers that specialize in your family member’s needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or you can search for caregivers on the website. You can filter results by distance from Chicago, IL or hourly rate. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request background checks, and can then hire a home health care provider that suits your needs the best.
What types of home care services are available near me in Chicago, IL?
The types of home health care services near you in Chicago, IL will vary depending on the needs of the senior you’re hiring home care assistance for, but home care providers can assist with companionship and fellowship, as well as skilled nursing care. There are also home caregivers in Chicago, IL that can assist with daily activities, such as cooking, medication prompting, dressing, bathing and transporting the senior patient to and from appointments.
How can I safely hire home care near me in Chicago, IL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Chicago, IL, we strongly suggest you run an independent background check, request professional references, and interview a handful of candidates. You can also look for providers on Care.com who have a CareCheck badge on their profile, which is a background check we request all in home care service providers complete. Any senior home care providers who complete a CareCheck will have a badge on their profile that displays the date the background check was run.
What interview questions should I ask when hiring home health care near me in Chicago, IL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Chicago, IL, it can be really helpful to interview a handful of different candidates to help you find the right fit. It’s a good idea to ask them questions about the exact responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on, how they best communicate, and what types of senior health issues they have dealt with in the past.
Ratings for Chicago, IL home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.4 / 5
Home Care in Chicago, IL are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 138 reviews of the 161 listed home care.