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My name is Evelyn. I have being working in the medical field for over 15 years and I have experience in child care to over 15 years I am a hard worker and nice person very understanding very patient and I love working and helping people and if it just be companionship Meal prep running errands bathing toileting just a helping...
Evelyn can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Meal Preparation, and I love pets. I am a CNA and a retired LPN. I am responsible and organized and follow directions well. I am outgoing and very personable. My flexible hours, and I am willing to work around your schedule.
Willa can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Willa is an angel! Honest, dependable and easy going. I would absolutely recommend Willa and would happily hire her again."
Care member
Barbara C.
Monee, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 25 + years as a nursing assistant very compassionate individual would absolutely love seniors. Many years of experience with letters of recommendation
Barbara can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Barbara is an extremely compassionate person who is very kind and patient. She is a very hard worker and easy to talk to. She will cook, clean, odd tasks, help with bathing and dressing or offer companionship. I would definitely rehire her."
Sharon O.
Cynthia N.
Matteson, IL
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Cynthia I have 35 yrs hands on experience as a certified nurse assistant I worked at south suburban hospital 8yrs over 6 yrs live in care and nursing homes I'm extensively hands on experience with patient care bathing, feeding, grooming, medication reminder , transferring vital signs, ac-cu check I'm compassion,...
Cynthia can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Cynthia is AMAZING! She is a caretaker for my mom who has dementia. Cynthia is patient and calm with her! My mom loves her and so do I!"
Chandra S.
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, visiting physician, respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
5.0
"Becky is a uniquely kind and proficient caregiver. We found her to be flexible, candid, intelligent and responsible. Any family would be lucky to have her on their team!"
Marilyn M.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver for many years. I was taking care of a 88-year-old female with Essential Head Tremors and dementia and other health conditions in which made her immobile. I used a hoyer lift to position her in bed, chairs and bath chair for showers. I was...
Barbara can also help with: Respite care, home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Barbara worked for us for 3 weeks prior to my Mother being hospitalized. She was extremely attentive to my mother's needs and very trustworthy. Unfortunately her employment with us was cut short due to my Mom's unexpected decline in health and the need to...
Sharon B.
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: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, 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.
4.5
(2)
I'm a positive and energetic person with 16 years of experience in all types of senior care, including personal care, outings, meal prep, and socialization familiar with Alzheimer's and dementia
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Kind, considerate, on time and flexible. "
Care member
4.5
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Heather I am 35 years old and live in Steger. I have 18years of home care experience, and have been a certified nursing assistant for 16 of those years. I am certified in both Indiana and Illinois. I have an up to date CPR card and clean background. Being a caregiver is not just a job it is a career for me. My clients...
Heather can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We hired Heather to help care for our 100 yr old mother. We had no idea where to begin and she guided us from day one! Her medical knowledge and experience make her a kind and compassionate caregiver. Our mother, who at first resisted outside help, came to rely...
Joanne B.
Sharon P.
Dyer, IN
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
CNA Certified, CPR Trained.
Can assist with light cooking, cleaning, medicine reminders.
Experience with Dementia and Alzheimer
conditions.
Sharon can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Edith. I have experience for caring for the elderly for 2+ years. My main goal is to provide the best care possible for you. I am caring, attentive, responsible, compassionate and observant. I can fulfill such responsibilties as cooking, cleaning, running errands, providing companionship. I have experience with...
Edita can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
An experience Certified Nursing Assistant possessing leadership and teamwork. I have 20 years of experience, I been a CNA for the past 15 years. My passion is working in the health field. I have senior care, mental health and home health experience. I have a very positive attitude. I'm a compassion, respectful, caring,...
Nicole can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, companionship
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Cris Z.
Country Club Hills, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Devoted Caregiver With Six Years Of Experience With Senior
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional caregiver since 2006 years (with certification). I encountered different kinds of patients with different cases of illnesses. Diabetes, High Blood pressure, dementia, Alzheimer's and companionship. I love working with elderly people. It always have been a pleasure to work with them. I'm a very...
Cris can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Certified Nursing Assistant who maintains a high level of professionalism, patience, and efficiency, while providing care for those in need.
Angela can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
I began babysitting on a military base in Hawaii for 2 years. I've had multiple consistent clients therefore I am very well rounded multitasking. Parents and their children preferred and referred me.
Erykah can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship & more
I have 10 years of experience as a Live In and hospice Caregiver. I enjoy being around seniors who are still in their home. Having someone to help in the home does ease the worries of the family. My primary responsibilities are the following;
* Assist with walking and light exercise
* Plan and prepare meals
* Make beds and...
I have worked with seniors in a home environment since 2013. I have experience with dementia/Alzheimer. Very comfortable with pets.
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services
Stella K.
Homewood, IL
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm a very passionate person who likes working and taking care of people ,especially the elderly, and making sure at the end of the day they are happy and comfortable. I treat my clients as my own parents and I put myself in their shoes.
Stella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
Hi my name is Rebecca and I have over 10 years of experience in the home health care field. I have experience with patients that have illnesses such as Dementia, cancer, strokes, and hospice care. I also have experience with companion care, cleaning, and transportation.
Rebecca can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Iam a great detailed cleaner I start in the kitchen, remove all things on counter, wipe everything down, sanitize everything, I do the front of cabinets I pull the stove out once a month and clean behind there I clean everything from light switch I scrubbed the floor sometimes on my hands and knees all depends, I wipe the inside...
Jo can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, home modification, dementia, visiting physician
Skills:
Home Health Aide
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Recent home care reviews in University Park, IL
Willa H.
5.0
Willa is an angel! Honest, dependable and easy going. I would absolutely recommend Willa and would happily hire her again.
- Care member
Barbara C.
5.0
Barbara is an extremely compassionate person who is very kind and patient. She is a very hard worker and easy to talk to. She will cook, clean, odd tasks, help with bathing and dressing or offer companionship. I would definitely rehire her.
- Sharon O.
Cynthia N.
4.0
Cynthia is AMAZING! She is a caretaker for my mom who has dementia. Cynthia is patient and calm with her! My mom loves her and so do I!
- Chandra S.
Rebecca C.
5.0
Rebecca is a very caring person.She has a great personality with her patients and makes them feel comfortable.She makes sure her patients needs are met. It's a plus that she is a very good cook and can do extra household chores also.I highly reccomend Rebecca and her services. She is trust worthy...
- Maureen C.
Barbara C.
5.0
Barbara worked for us for 3 weeks prior to my Mother being hospitalized. She was extremely attentive to my mother's needs and very trustworthy. Unfortunately her employment with us was cut short due to my Mom's unexpected decline in health and the need to hospitalize her and place her in long term...
- Sharon B.
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FAQs for finding home care in University Park, IL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in University Park, IL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in University Park, 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 University Park, IL?
Care.com has 1 home care providers for seniors in University Park, 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 University Park, 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 University Park, IL?
The types of home health care services near you in University Park, 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 University Park, 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 University Park, IL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in University Park, 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 University Park, IL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in University Park, 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.