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60 home care are listed in Fox Lake, IL
The average rate is $23/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years
Home care in Fox Lake, IL
Jodie T.
Fox Lake, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20yrs of experience taking care of the elderly with Alzheimer's disease. 3yrs experience as a medical assistant. I was 18yrs old when I became a caregiver when my grandmother was placed into an assisted living due to having Alzheimer and could no longer care for herself. I wanted to be closer to my grandmother & take...
Jodie can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jodie worked with my mother who had end stage dementia. She became a part of my family. She truly cares and has the biggest heart. She is very knowledgeable regarding care-giving and is always willing to jump in and help out. She went above and beyond for me and my...
James S.
I am passionate caregiver/companion with great experience serving chronically ill people including assisting with daily living activities and some household tasks. I am very tolerant, reliable and easy to work with. I can provide personal development of clients by helping them work through their limitations in order to enjoy...
Oksana can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Sara G.
Fox Lake, IL
$24-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have a passion for this profession, Ive worked in this field for may years as a Certified Nurses Assistant . I love to lend a helping hand to people that are in need... I am a great cook and also enjoy housekeeping.
Sara can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
40+ years of hands on experience caring for seniors. I can assist with shopping, meal preparation and feeding, bathing, daily activities, schedule and escort to doctor appointments, check vitals, medication prompting, companionship, and housekeeping. I am friendly, honest, compassionate, organized, a non-smoker and love animals.
Catrin can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"She's wonderful and anyone would be fortunate to have interaction with her. She's fun, patient, and sweet. My entire family loves her. Thank you Catrin."
Robert R.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
My experience caring for others started with me caring for my grandmother. She was wheelchair bound with Dementia and Parkinson's. I took care of her in her home and as she declined I moved her into my home. She was with me for over 5 yrs and I cared for her 24/7. Duties included companionship, feeding, help with hygiene,...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, companionship, home modification, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Jennifer was an amazing care giver for my mother Mary Lee for the last 4 years! My mom had Alzheimer's disease. She as bed bound for about 6 months after a broken hip at a nursing home. Then in a wheelchair for the remainder of her life. Jen did everything with...
Kerri M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA with over 15 years experience in home health, nursing homes, hospice and specialize in Alzheimer's care. I am a non smoker, have a new vehicle, CPR Certified and am very compassionate. I love working with people and assisting someone in their daily lives brings me joy and fulfillment. Let me know if I can help you or...
Jami can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jami took great care of my wife who has early onset Parkinson's and Dementia. She was very personable, cheerful and empathetic in her caregiving. She was also a good cook, nutrition smart and a great companion for my wife. I highly recommend her for any type of...
Bill N.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
Thank you for viewing my profile, I am a 14 year Certified Aid and Private Caregiver I also have 8 years experience working as a Therapy aid. I carry my CPR & First Aid license. I am experienced with many geriatric settings such as, Parkinson, Respite Alzheimer & Dementia ALS. As a caregiver I will work with families to...
Mayolita can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Maye was extremely professional very friendly extremely knowledgeable in her field I was very impressed by her credentials in the way that she dealt with on a personal level meeting with my mother and being able to make a connection that such a short notice that...
John R.
Catalina A.
Wauconda, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Catalina A. I been working in a nursing home for 18 yeas as a CNA. I have experience with Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's and dementia. I have references too. I can help you lovely one to prepare breakfast, lunch or dinner. I can help with a shower too, do her laundry, light housecleaning also take to the Dr if they...
Catalina can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Catalina is warm, kind and accommodating to my mother-in-law's needs...she is a pleasure to have in our home and we couldn't be happier."
Monica M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I've been a caregiver for many years. I've cared for seniors, the hurt, and children. I've helped/cared for people with all different types of illnesses and ailments, long-term as well as short term.
I'm a great cook and baker. I enjoy visiting, hearing stories of lives lived. My driving record is stellar.
I truly...
Melissa can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Melissa was with our family and cared for my mom for 8 months. She was very attentive to my mom and my mom's needs. My mom enjoyed her company. Melissa is knowledgeable about caring for patients with dementia and elder care. She was flexible with hours when needed...
Erik B.
Aldona N.
McHenry, IL
$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I worked as a medical nurse in a hospital in Lithuania for 16 years. As a person and professional I am very responsible and devoted in my duties. I feel a need to help and care for others. My working experience as a care giver is 23 years. I am a long time worker and my clients becomes my family. During all these years I worked...
Aldona can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is dependable, loving and a part of our family. She cared for my mom who had alzheimers. My mom passed away and she continues care for my 99 year old father. She is very trustworthy and always goes the extra mile for our family. You would be lucky to have her!"
Care member
Kathleen K.
Spring Grove, IL
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate, Experienced, And Flexible Home Health Aide Available
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello,
I am a compassionate, reliable, kind, and highly skilled caregiver with over 15 years of professional experience and training.
I've worked with the elderly and people of all ages and walks of life, and have extensive experience caring for people with alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, mental illness, limited mobility, and...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"She continues to be a true blessing and highly recommend her to you as a personal assistant/caregiver or however you see fit as she will be dearly missed...
Sincerely,
Dena M."
Dena M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have always been a very giving, caring individual who enjoys helping people. I helped care for my 85-year-old grandmother after her knee and hip surgery and also when she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. I was a companion for my neighbor for 2 years she was 70 and had onset of dementia. I am CPR and first aid certified. I...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Dawn had applied for a position to be a caregiver for my mom who is in hospice. I had already hired someone, but let her know I would keep her in mind if something changed. As it turns out, my regular caregiver had to take a few days off to care for her own child....
Doug K.
Linda P.
Wauconda, IL
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Linda a Senior Companion caregiver, over 9, years of exp. , Non Smoker, LOVE animals, I'm very organized, clean , can help in cooking , feeding, bathing, dressing, laundry, shopping, Doctor appointment. Medicine reminder, I have cared for clients with MS , Alzheimer's , Dementia, helped in many levels of care, I'm there...
Linda can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, visiting physician
Pamela S.
Wauconda, IL
$20-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm an LPN many yrs. Caring and compassionate. CPR certified and Fingerprinted by the state of IL for criminal background check. I'd prefer private pay. No insurance and VA clients.
Pamela can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, personal care
I have been assisting seniors for about 8 years. I have worked in two assisted living homes as well as a service that sends individuals to the home of the senior to help with daily functions. I really enjoy helping elders. I believe it is a cycle of life to take care of others then grow old and others take care of them. I am a...
Kristin can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
5.0
"I am thankful I had Kristin in our life as we did not live in Illinois and I needed someone reliable and loving to care for my Mom.
Kristin was very helpful, compassionate, great communication skills, and on time.
She always did the right thing and in terms...
Care member
I have 10 years' experience working with my elderly grandparents including managing their calendars, supporting and advocating for them during appointments, providing transportation, running errands, helping around their homes with cleaning and laundry as well as overseeing activities of daily life. Providing companionship and...
Ashleigh can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
I am a medical professional with more than 20 years of experience working with dementia patients as well chronic illnesses that require specialized care. I am a nationally certified medical assistant as well. I am passionate dedicated hardworking trustworthy individual.
Suzana can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I always give my commitment to provide quality service or care to all my clients. I take care of them the way I wanted to be taken care of when I grow old. I love to cook and serve my clients food they love. I am very jolly person who loves to make my client happy comfortable and safe. I motivate my client each time they feel...
Jen can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Hello, my name is Nicholas. Currently, working at a Nursing home. I'm hard working, caring, honest, and respectful. Been working in the Medical Field just shy of a year. I love helping people who are in need. No matter what it is, I'm glad to help. I'm engaged, and have a 4-month-old daughter. She is my entire world. Family for...
Skills:
CNA
CNA certificate
Home Health Aid certificate
Had been working as a caregiver for 14 years. I have letter references from my previous clients family, and references phone numbers you can call if needed
Rigel can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
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Recent home care reviews in Fox Lake, IL
Jodie T.
5.0
Jodie worked a day shift from 8am - 2pm with my two elderly parents from 8/18 thru 5/20. We needed to cut hours in an effort to save money and keep them in their home. Jodie is a very caring and compassionate person. She helped with all aspects of caring for two elderly parents. We wish Jodie all...
- Stuart S.
Catrin S.
5.0
Catrin is a very kind person. She is always on time and looking for new ways to help. She has exceeded out expectations.
- Keith C.
Jennifer D.
5.0
Jennifer was an amazing care giver for my mother Mary Lee for the last 4 years! My mom had Alzheimer's disease. She as bed bound for about 6 months after a broken hip at a nursing home. Then in a wheelchair for the remainder of her life. Jen did everything with her. Outside time, art work, game...
- Kerri M.
Jami S.
5.0
Jami couldn't have done a better job helping us with our father. She was compassionate, educated, dependable, tolerant, trustworthy, and more than qualified for the job. My father started out needing basic help cooking and driving to appointments and she was with him until the end when he was...
- Gina S.
Mayolita M.
5.0
Maye was extremely professional very friendly extremely knowledgeable in her field I was very impressed by her credentials in the way that she dealt with on a personal level meeting with my mother and being able to make a connection that such a short notice that was extraordinary for me to see I...
- John R.
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FAQs for finding home care in Fox Lake, IL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Fox Lake, IL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Fox Lake, IL as of May, 2024 is $23.00 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 Fox Lake, IL?
Care.com has 3 home care providers for seniors in Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, IL?
The types of home health care services near you in Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, IL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, IL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Fox Lake, 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 Fox Lake, IL home care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Home Care in Fox Lake, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed home care.