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5.0
(3)
I was nurse in Europe I have experience over 30 yeas most in all health conditions . Work in hospital CNA and PCT , hospice, Alzheimer's unit . Know respiratory care including therapy and medical condition. Fiddling tube. Medical knowledge and light task including dressing wounds and I administrating medication,. Meal Planing...
Liliya can also help with: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Lilliya was very knowledgeable, very pleasant and you could really feel the dedication towards the patient needs "
Care member
Grace V.
Frankfort, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Year 2008 when I started to be a caregiver and had a great experience taking care of patients mostly in their homes. I am very compassionate and I'll do my job in an excellent way. I am highly recommended by my previous clients and their families. I am hardworking and my times are flexible as well. Senior care available.
Grace can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Grace was very conscientious and sweet with my parents. She was very easy to work with and communicate well and worked very hard at engaging my mom who has dementia in activities she could do. She showed genuine concern and empathy and went above and beyond. She...
Marysue D.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm 33yrs old. Previously worked at a Doctor's office "physicians cooperative" for 1 1/2yrs. as a M. A. Since then I've cared for the elderly the past 10years. I'm osha/hipaa trained. CPR trained. Wound care knowledgeable. Can take vitals/check A1C. Can care for someone on a defibrillator, pacemaker and or co2. Very familiar...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, personal care, dementia, hospice services
5.0
"Megan is trustworthy, hardworking communicates well."
Toni S.
5.0
(6)
Hello. As a former nursing home employee. A Illinois State certified CNA for 20 years. I realize how important it is to keep our loved ones in there home. Where they can keep there dignity and feel safe and comfortable. have personal care. Where They can actually have someone to talk too. A friendship is so important. I love to...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, home modification, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Patricia cared for my mother with Alzheimer's the last 2 summers while she was here from FL. She is so patient with her. Keeps her going out and being social. She's very reliable. She takes her to appointments, lunch, shopping. My mother enjoys being with her....
Susan P.
Pam M.
Palos Hills, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Housekeeper/ Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant Available FT/PT/PRN
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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Hi! My name is Pam!
I am a very reliable, compassionate, responsible and trustworthy caregiver. My experience has included working for various families as well as a certified nursing assistant.
My goal is to keep people in their homes and provide a substantial quality of life! Above and beyond...
Pam can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Pam was very receptive to the needs of both the clients. She was especially patient with the patient who was on hospice. She went above and beyond her duties to make sure that everything was right for the clients."
Care member
Lilia R.
Crestwood, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Responsible Nursing Assistant Who's Always On Time.
5.0
(3)
I'm a hard working woman with almost 40 years of experience in the medical field. Retired from Christ hospital after 16 years as a nursing assistant, and have been care giving part time since then. I will always treat your family member like my own. I am very easy going, flexible, friendly, reliable, and very passionate about my...
Lilia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Lilia is a phenomenal caretaker. I am so grateful that such a kind and selfless person was available to look after my mother post-surgery. She gives her all and goes above and beyond to ensure both I and my loved one have all our wants and needs met, no matter the...
Care member
Delisa S.
Chicago, IL
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available For Companionship, House Keeping And Meal Preparation.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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 in providing the best care...
Skills:
CNA
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 beginning and made my mom feel well cared for and...
Erica D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been care-taking for five years professionally. When I was 25 my spouse was diagnosed with Cancer so I have been care-taking non professionally for a long time. My last client was 94 and required bathing, dressing, cooking, house keeping, transportation back and for to the doctor and medication management. I am outgoing...
Rebecca can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, visiting physician, respite care, personal care & more
5.0
"Becky was my mother's primary in home caregiver for the past 9 months after my mother fell and broke her hip in August 2016. During that time frame Becky provided the utmost in quality care. Becky was an excellent communicator to both the family, my mother, and...
Jim C.
4.9
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm reliable, compassionate empathetic hard working I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant who loves providing care to help your loved ones and family members stay in the privacy of their home. I provide meal preparation assistance with feeding, shopping errands, medication reminders, assists with bedbath, showering and dressing,...
Patricia can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We had the privilege of having Patricia care for my father, and I cannot speak highly enough of her dedication, professionalism, and genuine compassion. From the moment she walked through the door, it was evident that she approached her work with a deep sense of...
Sindhu A.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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 ones. I look forward to meeting...
Lacey can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working in the home care field for over 20 years now and I have my own transportation. I'm fully vaccinated and I have my booster shot plus I'm comfortable working around pets
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Katina has been a blessing to our family. she's very dependable, caring, . My mother in law is bed bound, and Katina took good care of her. my family and I felt comfortable going to work because we knew that she was in good hands."
Felicia J.
5.0
(1)
As a dedicated & experienced caregiver with a strong background in providing personalized care, I am passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others. With a wealth of professional experience working with diverse employers, I have honed my skills in a variety of essential caregiving tasks. My expertise...
Sabrina can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
5.0
"Very nice Person, caring, helpful, thoughtful, sweet, patience, understanding and Hard worker."
Rubelyn C.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! My name is Grace, and I have been a caregiver since I was 18. I'm currently in my late 30s and I still do what I Love and that is caregiving.
I have over 19 years of experience.
I can help with Bathing/Dressing, Dementia experience, MS, Hospice Care, wound care, and medication management.
I am a former Personal...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, home modification, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Grace is an amazing caregiver. She cared for my elderly mom for two years. Her knowledge, intuition, skills, compassion and flexibility made my mom's final years rewarding and a blessing. Grace is not afraid of hard work, she's resourceful and is respectful and...
Mona H.
5.0
(5)
I have 20 years of experience with elderly, hospice, cancer, dementia, diabetes, dialysis, wound care patients and more, I have great references, I am a great cook, and have a nutritionist certification, I have a clean background check, us citizenship, and various other certifications. If you are interested please contact me , I...
Kristina can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Kristina is truly caring, very professional, dedicated and knowledgeable. She will go out of her way if necessary to accommodate clients needs. You can count on her to look after your loved ones properly."
Jurgita K.
Bridgette J.
South Holland, IL
$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello to all! I've been helping seniors with their activity of daily living for 30 years! My job duties are medication reminder, bathing, meals preparation, light housekeeping, toileting, laundry etc I enjoy giving my services to the needs of others! Helping others makes it a little easier for the client also their families! I...
Bridgette can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
2.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a CNA 33 years with experience in ADLS dementia Alzheimer's ostomy and mentally ill hypertension etc. I m also experienced in stroke, CHF, hypertension, Muscular Dystrophy, cooking, light house keeping errands and also CPR Certified. I as well am available for live in position's I'm flexible some weekends I'm...
Dana can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, home modification, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is a Caregiver who cares deeply about her clients. She is a good listener and she is good at handling mood swings in her clients. She is very knowledgeable and competent."
Nadeene W.
senior caregiver specialize in ALS, Parkinson, dementia, cancer etc..... I have experience in just about everything. I am caring, compassionate, loving, and dependable. My ALS client was my longest client I had.
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance & more
I love being around elderly. I have work at a senior living for 3 years as a caregiver. I also have work with elderly with dementia and alzheimer. I am takin my class to be a certified cna. I love my job I don't just see my resident as a resident/ client I see them as family. So I treat them with respect at all time.
Jasmine can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Cynthia R.
Chicago, IL
$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Caring for seniors, to me, is like caring for my mother and father. The special care I provide for an elderly person is to pay attention and listen to him/her and share stories together. I am able to run errands and complete my day with them. Staying positive and enthusiastic can keep them happy. Would they like to go to a Bingo...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Gaile L.
Tinley Park, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Helping clients through commitment, dedication, and love for my occupation. I have 20+ years of experience, I am a caregiver, certified nursing assistant, as well as a certified home health aid. I've worked with many wonderful people and helped care for clients with many kinds of physical and mental impairments. I've done...
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
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Recent home care reviews in Oak Forest, IL
Liliya H.
5.0
Lilliya was very knowledgeable, very pleasant and you could really feel the dedication towards the patient needs
- Care member
Grace V.
5.0
Grace was very conscientious and sweet with my parents. She was very easy to work with and communicate well and worked very hard at engaging my mom who has dementia in activities she could do. She showed genuine concern and empathy and went above and beyond. She even brought homemade soup for...
- Marysue D.
Megan M.
5.0
Megan is trustworthy, hardworking communicates well.
- Toni S.
Patricia H.
5.0
Patti is kind, caring and patient. She was great with my mom! Took her out when mom wanted and kept her busy with different activities. Patti got along well with my mom and was reliable and trustworthy which made having a caregiver easier. Mom was always happy to see Patti and would come back from...
- Mary Fran S.
Pam M.
5.0
Pam was very receptive to the needs of both the clients. She was especially patient with the patient who was on hospice. She went above and beyond her duties to make sure that everything was right for the clients.
- Care member
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FAQs for finding home care in Oak Forest, IL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Oak Forest, IL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Oak Forest, IL as of June, 2024 is $17.00 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 Oak Forest, IL?
Care.com has 3 home care providers for seniors in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, IL?
The types of home health care services near you in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, IL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, IL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Oak Forest, 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.