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32 home health aides are listed in Skokie, IL
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby home health aides is 10 years
Home health aides in Skokie, IL
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a very loving, caring, honest, reliable, trustworthy, faithful, and very patient person. I have many years of experience working with seniors, elderly, Clients with health conditions, impairments and disabilities . I can honestly say I love my job and I love love putting a smile on their faces . Also it is very important...
Lourdes can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lourdes cared for my mom who suffered from a stroke and lost her speech and loss of strength on one side. Lourdes was always gentle with my mom and cared for her with such compassion and love. My mom wasn't always in a great mood but Lourdes knew how to talk to her...
Care member
5.0
(3)
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: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services & 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.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alma I have been doing home health for about 13 years , I've been doing private care for about 10 . I am a LPN and can be looked up through the nurses registry for the state of Illinois I have my own background check through accurate bio-metrics, Covid shot and booster, physical up-to-date . I worked for companies...
Alma can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, companionship, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Up to my dads passing in December 2022 Alma provided my dad great care. Alma cared for my dad for over 10 years. He considered Alma the daughter he never had. Alma assist my dad with trips to the restroom, ensured he was always clean and was patient. "
Care member
Gema T.
Glenview, IL
$15-20/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: Meal prep, errands, live-in home care, respite care, light cleaning, 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
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, Dear!
I finished Nursing School of Medical Science University, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. I was worked Hospital #3, 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 18 years in Chicago area.
I'm professional, compassionate and trustworthy.
I have...
Odonchimeg can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Licensed Nurse
Wound Care
5.0
"While the timing didn't work our to hire Odonchimeg, I was so impressed with her warmth, kindness and professionalism."
Katrina P.
5.0
(1)
I am new to Care. com but have 22 years of experience caring for the elderly in the comfort of their home. I have excellent references and am a CNA. I have also done hospice work, NG tube, tracheotomy, colostomy, hoyer lift, Parkinsons, dementia care. I am kind, friendly and easy to work with. I require little training, am...
Olivet can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Olivet has been a wonderful care giver for my son. She was kind, attentive, and even was there to catch him as he fell during a seizure.
Her calm and cheerful demeanor is a joy to anyone.
She was extraordinary flexible. always punctual even in the Siberian...
Don K.
5.0
(3)
I have been a home health aide for the elderly for over 13 years. Besides being a home health aide, I was a CNA at a nursing home for a number of years. I have helped provide personal care to my patients including but not limited to bathing, dressing, skin care, and preparation of meals. I make sure my patients take their...
Safija can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"October 9, 2017
To whom it may concern,
I know Safija over 10 years. We met through work and since than we become friends. During this time I had opportunity to closely observe Safija through our daily interactions.
Safija has not only delivered...
Mirsada K.
As a Senior Home Health Aide, my role is to provide personalized and compassionate care to elderly individuals in the comfort of their homes. Duties include assisting with activities of daily living, medication management, monitoring vital signs, and offering companionship. I prioritize the well-being and comfort of seniors,...
Madalen can also help with: Transportation, hospice services
As a certified nursing assistant, I help patients of all ages perform their daily tasks. I work under a nurse's supervision and since I have extensive daily contact with each patient, I play a key role in the lives of their patients and in keeping the nurse up to date on vital information about the patients' conditions.
Nayeli can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services, home modification
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
I am a certified nurse assistant /home health aid, personal care attendant with 15 years experience. I can help with transportation services, and bathing, dressing, general companion care, medication reminder, meal preparation, errands, grooming, incontinence care etc.
Victoria can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, transportation, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Dementia Training, hospice care, CPR trained, memory care, companionship, light housekeeping, Recruitment/hiring management for home health care company.
Sydney A can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Harah Dave S.
Chicago, IL
$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm 31 years old, A certified Home Health Aide. I am a Filipina.
I like caring for seniors because They appreciate your time and what you do for them.
Harah Dave can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have worked with different agencies and have four years of experience being an at home senior home health caretaker. I can do all tasks needed of me at work with several different types of clients. I am background fingerprinted and checked. I currently have one client and I am looking for additional, I am a hard worker capable...
Natalie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Judith, and I have over 5 years of care giving experience. I am First Aid and CPR certified and I am a Certified Nurse Assistant! I have worked at a foster care facility for over 3 years and worked for one family professionally, long term.
I am very passionate about caring for people and I also have over 3...
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Maddie, I'm a senior at UW-Madison studying Psychology. Once I graduate, I plan to go to nursing school to pursue a career in geriatric nursing. I currently work as a home health aide with a non-profit company, and I am First-Aid and CPR certified. I have many years of experience through caring for my own...
Maddie can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
I have a certified CNA for over 15+ years and I have experience with older and young adults with dementia, Parkinson, diabetes, amputees, stroke, and mental illness.
I am capable of providing companionship and social interaction as needed.
I am very patient, loving, kind, understanding, reliable, trustworthy, punctual,...
Marva can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*Certified Home Health Aide* Experienced caregiver in assisting the elderly. Worked at a senior living community as a private caregiver. I am trained in Dementia and CPR. Part time nanny, hospitality professional with over 6 years of experience. I'm an organized person and I like to keep things clean. My hobbies are modeling,...
Rachel can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, specialized care, mobility assistance, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"This recommendation is far to long in coming as Rachel deserves much praise. Last Aug I brought my 92 year old mother to live with me. In addition to poor health, she had a level of dementia. I provided 24/7 care for her, but it was too much and we have limited...
Alan E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 10 years experience with senior care. I am able to assist in all aspects of daily living including but not limited to bathing, transfers, medication reminders, meal preparation, feeding, housekeeping and transportation. I am currently registered through the state of California with the HCA registry. I enjoy my work with...
Trinity can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Trinity is super nice, strong, and helpful. She gets right to work and is such a big help. She pays attention to details and has such a beautiful heart for this job! She takes good care of me, and is friendly and professional. I highly recommend her."
Theresa C.
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: Dementia, personal care
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.
Tina S.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
Home Health Aide, Personal Care Attendant, Available For Companionship, House Keeping, & Meal Prep.
5.0
(5)
I have six, 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 take...
Tina can also help with: Visiting physician, home modification, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is amazing ! The kids love her. She is very attentive and loves to play with the kids. You also don't come home do a disaster( house). I highly recommend her!"
Jackie O.
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Recent home health aide reviews in Skokie, IL
Lourdes M.
5.0
Lourdes cared for my mom who suffered from a stroke and lost her speech and loss of strength on one side. Lourdes was always gentle with my mom and cared for her with such compassion and love. My mom wasn't always in a great mood but Lourdes knew how to talk to her to lift her spirits. My family and...
- Care member
Jovy J.
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.
Alma S.
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. Alma made me feel safe and cared...
- Marcy B.
Gema T.
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 family came to trust, respect and...
- Janet G.
Odonchimeg G.
5.0
While the timing didn't work our to hire Odonchimeg, I was so impressed with her warmth, kindness and professionalism.
- Katrina P.
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FAQs for finding home health aides near you in Skokie, IL
What does a home health aide do near me in Skokie, IL?
If you’re planning to hire a home health aide near you in Skokie, 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 Skokie, IL?
When it’s time to hire a home health aide near you in Skokie, 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 Skokie, IL?
To find home health aides near you in Skokie, IL, you can create an account with Care.com and then you can filter and sort local home health aides by distance from Skokie, 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 Skokie, IL?
The average rate for hiring home health aides near you in Skokie, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $25.00 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 Skokie, 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.
Ratings for Skokie, IL home health aides listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Home Health Aides in Skokie, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 32 listed home health aides.