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I specialize in caring for elderly persons with physical or mental disabilities, giving them the best attention and effort.
I have worked with patients with senile dementia, paralysis, Alzheimer, Parkinson's disease, strokes and others.
The people I have had the opportunity to care for described me as a kind, compassionate,...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CNA
Hi, Suzanne , I have 10 years of experience. Senior Care, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, companion & helper. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation, personal care, pet care, cleaning & errands. Call or text me anytime for more information. Thank you! Suzanne
Suzanne can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked in an assisted living facility in WI for the past 20 years. I started when I was 16 as a CNA and eventually worked my way to management /administration. I'm experienced with everything from minimal care to advanced dementia/ Alzheimer's. I'm certified to pass meds and am experienced in using Hoyer/pal lifts.
I...
Kristy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Nancy N.
Hebron, IL
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Caregiver Certified 8 Years Experience Compassionate, Multi Tasking And Reliable!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience with traumatic brain injuries, dementia been working in the medical feild for over 10 years. Have my medical assistant and cna certification.
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have several years of senior care experience, and very knowledgeable and compassionate. Graduated with a certification as a Medical Assistant. Currently employed with an agency part time and have a couple of private clients. Since I'm not working full time, I'm still seeking other private clients. Working with the elderly is...
Lynn can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & more
Recent reviews:
5.0
Lynn cared for my 89 year old mom with dementia, and also assisted with my 98 year old father. She always came in the door with a smile on her face and a great attitude. Her care and compassion in my parents home was amazing. Punctual, dependable and loving!!
Barb M.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Dear family,
My name is Deborah, I'm a CNA and have been caring for patients in home for 5 years, spending 3 of those years with 1 patient full time. Prior to this I worked in a hospice care facility for 6 years and cared for my mom during her 4-year battle with cancer.
I love the one-on-one care of working with my patients in...
Deborah can also help with: Home modification, errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Recent reviews:
5.0
I can't say enough about Deborah, she gave me the confidence when I would leave my house I knew my mom was in the best care. She's never late and very reliable. I would recommend her to anyone. Just a very good person and cares about what she does. So thankful for...
Mary S.
5.0
(1)
I have been working as a caregiver for over 3 years now taking care of people in their time of need.
My experience includes 24 hour care for bed bound hospice patients with spinal conditions, aspiration, tube feeding, diabetes, dementia, etc.
Feeding, bathing, dressing, oral care, administering medications, insulin shots,...
Yuliia can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Recent review:
5.0
Yuliia C was a caregiver for my mother-in-law and father-in-law and I would definitely recommend her to others. Yuliia always has a positive attitude and a smile. She was helpful, patient and understood how to work with dementia patients. We are so grateful...
Chris B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
QUALITY CARE for elderly individuals! Current background check.
I have been a provider for elderly individuals now for 10 years.
Experience:
CPR certified, medication management, hospice, feeding, incontinence, Parkinson's, gastronomy, dementia, immobility, Dr. appointments, Hoyer lift, grooming, bathing, physical therapy,...
Diane can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, home modification, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Recent reviews:
5.0
Diane has been a great help to our family- she cares for my dad who has Parkinson's and is very needy. She is positive, understanding and communicates well regarding her work. She is a good encourages when my dad is down- she also likes to cook!!
Lisa H.
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: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Recent reviews:
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.
Lauren S.
Woodstock, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
With over 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I pride myself on helping people remain as independent as possible in the comfort of their own homes. I have a passion for assisting those living with dementia which led me to becoming a Certified Dementia Practitioner. From light housekeeping and meal...
Lauren can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
Recent review:
5.0
Lauren is an excellent caregiver and a wonderful person. She cheerfully completes any task you ask her to do. She is engaging and formed a wonderful relationship with my wife who has MS. She has all the qualities that you look for in a caregiver. I highly recommend...
Michael F.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
**Covid Vaccinated**
Hello there! Thank you for viewing my posting! I'm happy to share a little about me.
I live in lake Geneva. My background, I started out being a daycare teacher for 3+ years. Transitioned my interests to becoming an in home care provider/assistant. For 10+ years I have experience all across the board. began...
Joleen can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Wound Care
Recent reviews:
5.0
When I say that Joleen is my lifeline, I mean that quite literally. In the close to two years that she has been working for me, I've gotten to know her as an employee, a friend, and now, even as an extension of my own family.
She is extremely reliable, uncommonly...
Mackenzie W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Helen and I am available for part-time care giving for you or your loved one. I love working with seniors and I have 20 plus years of experience in caring giving. I am well educated in the health care field. Including a Certified Direct Service Person, Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified...
Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Recent reviews:
5.0
We consider Helen our angel. For two years she created a loving environment for my mom as the dementia progressed. She skillfully handled my moms increasing agitation while providing companionship and excellent care. Helen did an excellent job communicating with...
Edye L.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Families,
Thank you for reading my bio, my name is Carime, and I am a Certified Nurse Assistant. I have been in the medical field for over 15+ years. My passion is being a home health private caregiver. I have worked in facilities such as Nursing/Assisted homes, Doctor offices, Private homes, and Hospitals (in Labor and...
Carime can also help with: Home modification, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Recent reviews:
5.0
Carime has been a God send for my family. She cares for my 88 year old Father and has been excellent from day one. Dad suffers with Dementia and looks forward to seeing Carime every day. She has quickly become someone we can always depend on and feel very...
Josie R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began my career managing households for diplomats with the Nepali embassy, during which I had training in CPR, First Aid, Food Hygiene and Security. My last 2 years have been spent caring for a Parkinson's patient with dementia. provided professional 24 hour care man with Parkinson , disease, hypertension, anxiety, disorder...
Ram can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, respite care, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Recent review:
5.0
Ram was my 90 year old Mother's caregiver for 13 months and he did an excellent job. He was very kind and compassionate with her and understood her problems with progressive dementia. He took care of her medications, bathing and hygiene, cooking and...
Raija W.
Nana Ampong S.
Roscoe, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Nana I have been a caregiver for more than nine years. I am passionate about taking care of people, and my clients always testify about the level of nurture and care that I provide to their loved ones. To my clients, my presence brings relief in times of uncertainty since I am able to provide the exact assistance and...
Nana Ampong can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Recent reviews:
5.0
Nana is a gem - she was a true gift and an Angel for my Mom. She treated my Mom, who's totally dependent upon her caregiver, with such dignity and respect. We loved her kindness and love she gave Mom.
Debbi C.
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: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Recent reviews:
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.
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
Recent review:
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.
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: Mobility assistance, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Recent reviews:
5.0
We absolutely loved Melissa. She was kind, caring, and kept the family in the loop in regards to my mother's care. She motivated her to stay active and got her to start caring about her own health. She was excellent with assisting in food prep and cooking with...
Teresa C.
Margarit K.
Belvidere, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Preparation
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Senior care experience with Diabetes, Parkinson D., cancer, disabled. CNA. I'm also a licensed cosmetologist and massage therapist.
Margarit can also help with: Dementia, home modification, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Recent reviews:
5.0
I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly recommend Margaret K as an exceptional caretaker. I have had the privilege of knowing Margaret K for 3 years and several months, and during this time, I have witnessed her unwavering dedication, compassion, and expertise...
Care member
Mavis M.
Huntley, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a care giver for many years and I have cared for many people and I have been apart of many families. I know that one day in my life I will need someone to care for me, I would like to have someone who will care for me with respect, compassion and kindness, that I what I bring to my clients.
It also brings me great...
Mavis can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Recent reviews:
5.0
I am very pleased to recommend Mavis M as a caregiver. She has been an excellent caregiver for the past several months for my in-laws in their home. She is always patient and kind and has a very good understanding of how to manage dementia concerns, redirecting...
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Recent home care reviews in Harvard, IL
Lynn B.
5.0
Lynn cared for my 89 year old mom with dementia, and also assisted with my 98 year old father. She always came in the door with a smile on her face and a great attitude. Her care and compassion in my parents home was amazing. Punctual, dependable and loving!!
- Barb M.
Deborah R.
5.0
I can't say enough about Deborah, she gave me the confidence when I would leave my house I knew my mom was in the best care. She's never late and very reliable. I would recommend her to anyone. Just a very good person and cares about what she does. So thankful for Deborah!
- Mary S.
Yuliia C.
5.0
Yuliia C was a caregiver for my mother-in-law and father-in-law and I would definitely recommend her to others. Yuliia always has a positive attitude and a smile. She was helpful, patient and understood how to work with dementia patients. We are so grateful that Yuliia was able to help us out by...
- Chris B.
Diane R.
5.0
Dee is fabulous. Punctual, reliable, caring. She worked for our family for 2 years and was a true God send.
- Peter C.
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.
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FAQs for finding home care in Harvard, IL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Harvard, IL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Harvard, IL as of April, 2024 is $16.50 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 Harvard, IL?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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 Harvard, IL?
The types of home health care services near you in Harvard, 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 Harvard, 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 Harvard, IL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Harvard, 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 Harvard, IL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Harvard, 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.