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60 home care are listed in Winthrop Harbor, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby home care is 10 years
Home care in Winthrop Harbor, IL
In my 12 year professional career I've cared for healthy people rehabilitating from operations to elderly patients hours from death, and never once did I forget a patient's dignity and humanity. The last 8 years I've provided private in-home care. I'm professional, reliable, open minded and compassionate.
Fully vaccinated and...
Nimbe can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:
CNA
Carrie W.
Kenosha, WI
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Carrie I have over 20 years of experience working with the elderly, developed mentally disabled, and people with dementia. I've worked in nursing homes and adult family homes, but I prefer to work with people in their homes one on one. I love helping others in need and want people to know that their loved ones...
Carrie can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, personal care, respite care
In 2009 I obtained a CNA and did clinicals in a nursing home. I also used my skills in helping care for my grandfather. It was a very rewarding experience. I enjoyed every minute of it.
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Laura L.
Gurnee, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of the elderly for 20 yrs on and off (dementia care) I try to make things as easy as possible on both patient and family with upbeatness (even in bad times). I enjoy talking with them and trying to give them a calm and enjoyable quality of life. I also have training in diabetic care and the use of a hoyer...
Laura can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, personal care, light cleaning & more
Jasmine B.
Gurnee, IL
$13-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Provider Of Individualized Care, As Everyone Is NOT The Same
I have 10 years of experience, 9 years as a Registered Medical Assistant in Internal Medicine with Northshore University Health System and 1 year and ongoing as a Bachelor of Science Registered Nurse. I am capable of providing personal care as well as medical care. Some of my skills include medication management to include IV...
Jasmine can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
I am a very positive person with an outgoing personality. Even thought I have no past job experience other than my clinical from getting certified. I believe seniors deserve respect and care like anyone else.
Rebecca can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care
Skills:
CNA
Loreta S.
Round Lake, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Keep Your Loved One Safe With A Single Caregiver In My Home
4.7
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 30+ years of experience helping seniors in there golden age achieve the best life he/she can enjoy- emotionally, physically, nutritionally and mentally. Staying physically active is important part of our life's
Your seniors/ loved deserves privacy, compassion, dignity, companionship and understanding there needs with...
Loreta can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Loreta is a powerhouse of a caregiver. Her energy and knowledge allow her to come into a situation, quickly evaluate needs and go to work! And work she will. There is nothing Loreta won't tackle. She is a take charge caregiver doing what is required and beyond...
Linda C.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Do you ever find yourself or a loved one in need of a helping hand with daily activities, in whatever aspect needed? There comes a point in life when we all may need a shoulder to lean on, and that's where I come in. I am 44years of age, and I have worked in the healthcare field for the last 23years in various aspects ranging...
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"When I was seeking assistance for my mother, I wasn't sure how the process would go or what exactly we would need. I placed an ad on care.com and Jen replied. We sat up a meeting. Jennifer appeared to be kind, caring, and seemed to be everything we were looking...
Betty H.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a blessed mother of 3 wonderful grown-up kids. I am positive, energetic & fun - loving caregiver. I have 10 + years of experience with different cases like patients dealing with dementia, Parkinson's, cancer, hip injury, stroke & merely being a companion. I am passionate in my job of helping people especially the elderly...
Filipina can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Faye took care of my mother in the last year of her life. Faye was so capable and caring - and was always willing to go above and beyond to help my mom. My mom was loved having Faye as a caregiver and companion."
Senta P.
5.0
(1)
naturally I am loving, caring and compassionate a all these coupled with my years of experience in serving and caring for various patients and needs including but not limited to cancer, dementia and Alzheimer s. Am extremely capable of caring with extensive experience in elderly care giving. Hard working, honest excellent...
Symon can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
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, errands, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"When I hired Kate I was a little disappointed that she had limited availability just because of how amazing she is! She was super kind to my father and always very helpful. I enjoyed having her as a caregiver while the time lasted. Unfortunately, I lost the funds...
Savanna V.
Joy K.
Racine, WI
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Alzheimer & Dementia Care Dependable Caring, compassionate , patient and consistent. Honest, integrity
Considerate, try to care for others as if they were my own family.
20+ yrs experience in healthcare and management
Experienced in end of life stages and work well with hospice.
CNA-exp, good standing on...
Joy can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia
5.0
"Our family will be forever grateful for the amazing care Joy gave our mom in her final months. Her dedication is inspiring. Her attentiveness and daily communications, often with photos, gave out of state family members real time updates. From taking mom on...
Anita F.
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: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Esther.
I love what I do and cherish the beautiful memories that come with it.
As a nanny & caregiver, I prioritize the safety of those in my care, and go above and beyond in ensuring they're happy and satisfied with how their day is spent.
While I'm huge on both indoor and outdoor activities to keep our days...
Esther can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Esther worked for me for 2.5 months providing live-in comprehensive Care services. She is extremely pleasant, intelligent and hardworking young lady with excellent English language oral and writing skills. Her work ethics and dedication are extraordinary and I...
Antoni P.
4.9
(12)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Jolanta. I am CNA and CPR trained. Former nursing student, caring, responsible and compassionate about my work and clients. I have over 15 years of experience with patients with dementia, cancer, managing and administering medication, assisting with bathing, mobility issues, feeding and etc. Would love to offer as...
Jolanta can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Jolanta is very warm and caring person. She is really great listener and compassionate."
Marina M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very caring, patient, dependable & compassionate caregiver. Enjoy helping others which is why I find this career especially rewarding. Dedicated to enhance the life of my care mentally and physically & hope to make their life more meaningful, spending quality time trying to share their interests & finding out their...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
5.0
"Pat took care of a family friend and did a great job. She loves her clients and always gives tender loving care. She is very dependable and flexible. I loved spending time with her and trusted that she would provide top notch care even when no one was watching."
Karen K.
5.0
(3)
Hi there! My name is Juliana and I have 16 years of experience as a certified nursing assistant. I've worked in a long-term care facility along with doing home care and for the last 14 years I have been at a large hospital caring for patients before and after major surgery. I love being a part of my patients recovery and helping...
Juliana can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Juliana has a lot of experience caring for older adults. Not only did she choose to care for her terminally ill father in her own home, she works in the healthcare field in a hospital . It is there that she cares for older adults, so she is very experienced in...
tami R.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 15+ years experience as elderly caregiver. Assisting clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appt., walks etc). Helping clients take prescribed medication. Assisting clients with personal care and hygiene. Maintains a clean, safe and orderly environment for the client.
Carina can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, home modification, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Carina took care of my mother through an extremely difficult time while my mom was recovering from a bad fall and experiencing severe anxiety, as well as after her recovery. She was always kind, patient, and cheerful, and was able to develop a trust with my mom...
Dawn M.
Jessica S.
Round Lake, IL
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a Certified Nurses Assistant for nine years and it really has been amazing. With the help of family and loved ones individual's will have their own care plan designed to fit their needs to ensure the best of care. My experience ranges from Alzheimers, Dementia and Hospice . I've worked in assisted living facilties with...
Jessica can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jessica had been taking care of my Mother, who had Dementia and lung cancer for the past 4 years. My Mom recently passed away.
From day one, Jessica was the best you could ask for in a caregiver. Punctual, (usually early!), skilled, knowledgeable, caring,...
Gail M.
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, companionship, dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
CPR
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.
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Recent home care reviews in Winthrop Harbor, IL
Loreta S.
5.0
Loreta is a powerhouse of a caregiver. Her energy and knowledge allow her to come into a situation, quickly evaluate needs and go to work! And work she will. There is nothing Loreta won't tackle. She is a take charge caregiver doing what is required and beyond for your senior. She knows how to...
- Linda C.
Jennifer W.
5.0
Thorough, follows instructions well.. Genuinely cares about the people she cares for. Very honest & reliable. She's a pleasure to have as a caregiver.
- Jan O.
Filipina C.
5.0
Faye is a wonderful worker. She took good care of my hospice partner making him very comfortable & attending to all his needs until he passed away. I am so happy & grateful for all she has done. I hope a lot of families will hire her.
- Karin S.
Kathleen K.
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.
Joy K.
5.0
I highly recommend Joy. She's hardworking, dependable, clean, caring and will treat your loved one as if they are hers. She cared for my mother during her last 6 months of life and developed a unique bond with her even with the dementia and difficult behavior. Joy not only was worried about my...
- Bradley S.
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FAQs for finding home care in Winthrop Harbor, IL
How much does private home care cost per hour near me in Winthrop Harbor, IL?
The average rate for hiring a home care provider in Winthrop Harbor, IL as of June, 2024 is $19.00 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 Winthrop Harbor, IL?
Care.com has 2 home care providers for seniors in Winthrop Harbor, 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 Winthrop Harbor, 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 Winthrop Harbor, IL?
The types of home health care services near you in Winthrop Harbor, 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 Winthrop Harbor, 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 Winthrop Harbor, IL?
If you need to hire senior home care near you in Winthrop Harbor, 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 Winthrop Harbor, IL?
When you’re hiring in home health care services near you in Winthrop Harbor, 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.