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I hired Alma for post-operative home care. She’s absolutely fantastic- helped me get around, sorted all my pills for the entire week,…
Review for Alma S. by Marcy B.
We highly recommend Olga! She has helped so much caring for my 81 year old handicapped father. She takes such good care of him and I am so…
Review for Odonchimeg G. by Care member
Gema took care of my 93 yr-old mom (and dad too) for the last four years. She is caring, skilled, dependable, bright, intuitive, and…
Review for Gema T. by Janet G.
Home health aides in Des Plaines, IL
I worked as CNA/caregiver for 20 years with physical and mental disabilities as well as for companionship. I gain all my knowledge and experienced that aspired me more in helping the lives of needy one, not only as a profession but giving them happiness too. I have worked in the different facilities like Assisted living,...
Cristina can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
As a dedicated Medical Assistant and Home Health Aide, I have a passion for providing compassionate care and support to those in need. My role combines clinical skills with a heartfelt approach, ensuring that my patients feel comfortable and supported throughout their journey.
I have experience in assisting with daily...
Ikimath can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Highly compassionate and experienced caregiver with 13+ years of experience providing personalized care to seniors and young adults with disabilities. Proven ability to build strong rapport with clients and families, providing physical and emotional support while maintaining their dignity and independence. Skilled in assisting...
Alma can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I hired Alma for post-operative home care. She’s absolutely fantastic- helped me get around, sorted all my pills for the entire week, checked my vitals, etc. She was very easy to communicate with via text and I really enjoyed her company when I was finally awake....
Marcy B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, Dear!
I finished Nursing School of Medical Science University, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. I was worked Hospital , like as Registered Nurse.
My Nursing Diploma doesn't allowed to work RN in USA, so I have been working as like CNA, caregiver for 19 years in Chicago area.
I'm professional, compassionate and trustworthy.
I have a...
Odonchimeg can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We highly recommend Olga! She has helped so much caring for my 81 year old handicapped father. She takes such good care of him and I am so relieved to have found such a compassionate, loving and trusting care taker:)"
Care member
Gema T.
Glenview, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aid with 11 Years Experience in Senior Care Looking for Part Time
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA. I have 11 years of experience. I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and private duty. I have experience caring for people with, dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and with many other problems.
Gema can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Gema took care of my 93 yr-old mom (and dad too) for the last four years. She is caring, skilled, dependable, bright, intuitive, and technically adept at the physical and emotional aspects of care. She has great communication skills and practical good sense. Our...
Janet G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm from the Philippines, I been a c. n. a since 2007. I have worked in the home and in facilities, I have worked with seniors with all kinds of situations. I love my job, caring for others is my passion.
Jovy can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Jovy took care of our mom, who had cancer and was such a calming, compassionate presence for not just our mom, but also for the family. She truly cares about people and was even able to say goodbye to our mom right before she passed."
Pam Y.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Being a caregiver is so amazing. I'm extremely capable and compassionate with extensive experience in elderly care-giving.
Hard-working, honest individual who is able to take initiative and exceed the expectations of employer.
Enthusiastic to get a caregiver position at a private household utilizing care-giving skills to...
Sherie can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Sherie has worked for our family helping with the care of our 81 yr old father, a recent widow suffering from Dementia. She is very dependable, caring and patient. She has treated our Dad like her own family and has gone above and beyond to care for him since the...
Brooks W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a compassionate and trustworthy individual with extensive experience supporting seniors and individuals with health conditions, impairments, and disabilities, I take great pride in my work. I provide essential services, including light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and personal care assistance. My...
Lourdes can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Lordes (LuLu) is a passionate, empathetic, spiritual and kind caregiver. LuLu was both caregiver and friend and companion to my Father. LuLu was considered family and we are so appreciative that she was a caregiver for us in difficult times."
Care member
I have always been involved in the schools serving the students and families so I have reinvented myself as a CNA so I can continue to serve. I am Basic Life Support certified. I received my schooling at A Plus Health Care Training in St. Charles. The directors and teachers have worked in their fields for many years and have a...
Lisa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Chonie P.
Melrose Park, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Home Health Aide Available Night Shift Full-Time Or Day Shift Full
I am interested to work with your loved one as a caregiver. I am CNA for 20years and well experience taking good care of elders who have dementia, Alzheimer's disease, respiratory problems, and hospice patients. I am a passionate, caring, self organized, and well trusted person. Please let me know if you need more information...
Chonie can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, home modification, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm very caring, compassionate Certified (Nursing Assistant) with over 20yrs of experience in elderly/ Dementia Care assisting them in their homes and in Facilities. I strive to do my very best to go above & beyond in order to keep them safe, healthy and in well being . I believe in doing unto others as you would have them to do...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Professional, reliable, showed up as promised, and even accommodated to location change which I found out the day before, as well as unexpected overtime on the day of the job. She is friendly and has great energy. Would hire her again 10/10."
Erina M.
Tina S.
Chicago, IL
$30-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Available For Companionship, House Keeping, & Meal Prep.
5.0
(6)
I have 9 1/2 and a half years of experience, & a few letters of recommendations. I've had three clients, and I took excellent care of them. I did physical therapy with them, prepared meals, house keeping, laundry, did errands, I took them to doctor appointments, took great care of their medications, & organized them daily. I...
Tina can also help with: Home modification, dementia, visiting physician
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very dependable person, she is very respectful and caring towards those around her. She genuinely loves to help others. "
Krystal F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 10 years of experience in home health care and am a certified nursing assistant. I specialize in providing hospice care and have worked extensively with seniors facing various medical conditions, including cancer, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, and dementia. My clients value my reliability and...
Sheria can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Sheria is kind and hard-working. She did so much for my father-in-law before his death, making sure that he stayed clean and comfortable. She really cares about my mother-in-law; even now that my MIL is in assisted living, she calls her to say hello. In addition,...
Care member
Sheree B.
Westchester, IL
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide Available Full-Time Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-Time Work Available
5.0
(4)
August 2017 to Present
Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Companionships, Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; Cleaning, Sanitation
Sheree can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, meal prep, respite care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Great place with awesome people. Highly recommended!!!"
Jerrel H.
I've been working as care manager for an assisted living facility for 16 yrs. my family are nurses and health care providers as well.
I have had more than 8 years of home health aide experience w elderly clients. Bathing, meal preparation, grooming, medications, run errands , lite housekeeping. I, m very patient with my clients. Listen to all their needs.
Susan can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Doris Cristina J.
Clarendon Hills, IL
$19-26/hr • 1 yrs exp
Obtuve una certificacion En HHA (Home health aide) Y (personal Care aide) PCA, cuento con 1 año y medio de experiencia trabajando con Niños y Personas mayores
Doris Cristina can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, home modification, meal prep
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I am an education and counseling professional with a Bachelor's degree in Special Education teamed with a Master's in School Counseling actively seeking a fulfilling part-time position in caregiving. My solid foundation in special education and counseling is complemented by hands-on experience in home health aid and profound...
Amy can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance
Home Health Aid Certified thru State of Illinois. Duties included bathing, cooking, grocery shopping, meds, cleaning, laundry, follow thru with Client at home PT exercises, doctor appointments. Engaged with my clients with their interests as needed conversation, news, TV shows, going thru old family pictures & them sharing...
Tina can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Katherine W.
Hinsdale, IL
$15-22/hr • 4 yrs exp
Pre-Med University Of Notre Dame Student And Certified EMT Looking For Home Health Care Aide Job
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified EMT and have experience working on the ambulance and providing pre-hospital patient care, administering medications, and transporting patients. I have also attended to patients as a hospice volunteer and clinical intern. I am currently a student at the University of Notre Dame and am looking to provide home...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, home modification, meal prep
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Des Plaines, IL
What does a home health aide do near me in Des Plaines, IL?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Des Plaines, IL, it’s important to understand that there is no one standard role that a home health aide takes on. A home health aide isn’t a nurse, but can help with health related tasks like ensuring their clients take their medicine on time, transporting them to doctors appointments, picking up prescriptions, and making sure they are well fed and bathed.
What home health aide duties do providers take on near me in Des Plaines, IL?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Des Plaines, IL, it’s a good idea to create a list of duties your family members need help with. You can review different profiles on Care.com to learn more about common health aide duties such as bathing, feeding, and cleaning up after their clients.
How can I find a home health aide near me in Des Plaines, IL?
To find home health aides near you in Des Plaines, IL, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Des Plaines, IL. Then you can review your options for home health aides by reading about their experience and the home health aide duties they will take on.
How much does it cost to hire a home health aide near me in Des Plaines, IL?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Des Plaines, IL on Care.com as of May, 2025 is $20.00 per hour. It’s worth noting that the rate each individual home health aide charges depends on the level of care required, the provider's certifications, and their years of experience.
How can I safely hire a home health aide near me in Des Plaines, IL?
To help you start your research, all home health aides on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck (the providers who complete this background check have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run). However, this is just a jumping off point. We strongly recommend that you take additional steps for hiring a home health aid safely, which include interviewing candidates, calling their professional references, and running your own background check.