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Amy S.

Algonquin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Uniquely experienced certified nursing assistant with superior customer service skills and direct patient/client interaction in the aviation, health care and home health industries. Intuitive and analytical, I am a highly motivated self starter with a passion for making those in my care feel that they truly matter. Employment...

Ron M. says "Amy is outstanding at what she does. She connected with our mom who typically does not connect with most people. She guided us through a tough time while...

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Daiva P.

Algonquin, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
personal care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. My most recent work experience is in elderly care.. I can help with light housekeeping, cooking, washing, bathing, grooming, medication reminder , companionship, shopping. I have experience with dementia, cancer, diabetes, arthritis. I can provide references upon request.
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Vianne W.

Certified Medical Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant

Algonquin, IL

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years of direct care experience with the elderly. I have other certifications but over all I have over 20 years experience in the healthcare field.
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Lisa A.

Algonquin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Lisa. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I have worked in assisted living environments as well as home care. Over the years I have had experience with a variety of needs: stroke, Alzheimer's, dementia, muscular dystrophy, Parkinson's, companion care, etc. I can help your loved one with their personal needs...

Care Member says "Lisa is a wonderful caregiver. She is compassionate and kind. She took care of my mom for 10 months. She always tried to find ways to help my mom. I...

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Jolly A.

Algonquin, IL

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
home modification
live-in home care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
compassionate, kind, client centered I like caring for seniors because they deserve to continue to leave and enjoy the best of life. although with my support. Age is just a number. Every senior who needs support must be cared for with Love. In my previous roles these has been my among my duties. Since 2014 todate. In my...
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Venessa A.

Does Your Loved One Need A Smiling Face And A Helping Hand?

Algonquin, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
personal care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have had over five years experience with Alzheimer's/ Dementia patients, in a group home setting. It has been a joy for me to be able to assist these people in their last few years of life. I have also had experience with the elderly in their own personal home. Providing care and friendship has been a self rewarding...
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Ehricka C.

CNA 4 Years

Algonquin, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
home modification
meal prep
errands
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Ehricka! I'm a dedicated and responsible Nanny with 10+ years of experience providing reliable childcare for children of all ages. Skilled in creating fun and educational activities while prioritizing safety and maintaining open communication with parents/guardians.
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Megan L.

Nanny+

Algonquin, IL

from
$15/hr
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Having recently lost my mother to dementia after her prolonged struggle with the disease, I can empathize with families affected by this condition. My dad and I worked out a routine for me to come in 2-3 days a week to be with my mom & engage her in activities. She went to a nursing facility before passing and I visited her...
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San Juanita L.

I Am Looking For A Part Time Caring For Seniors ,or Individuals With Disability

Algonquin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Visiting physician
personal care
live-in home care
dementia
I believe in providing the highest quality of patient care , and treating the patient and family member with dignity , and respect, and treating them like family members. I have worked in hospital setting and cared for individuals from new born to geriatric , and worked in a home setting and cared for individuals with...

Sandy C. says "San Juanita is so caring and knowledgeable. She has a compassionate heart. She worked with my dad for almost 3 years and stayed with him until the end....

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Lesia B.

Caregiver And Babysitter

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello. My name is Lesia. I have more than 12 years of experience to take care of people with different needs. I can help you with meal preparation, reminder medicine, and helping with a shower. In addition, I can provide you with the services of a therapist. I cared for people with alzheimer's, dementia, dialysis, oxygen,...

Michael F. says "Lesia has worked for us for the past year and a half. She has cared for my disabled wife mostly in the evenings. She has had many duties including...

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Gana T.

Big Heart

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Gana. I am a First aid, wound care trained, Certified caregiver. I have 15+ years of experience assisting elderly with Dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer, Hospice, Stroke, COPD, Spinal stenosis, Diabetes, ALS, MS etc. I'm very reliable, patient, compassionate with strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of...

Care Member says "Gana is is an exceptional caregiver."

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Marzena R.

Certified Nurse Assistant / Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Huntley, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) & Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Hi, I am Marzena! With over 10 years of experience in healthcare, I specialize in supporting patients with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer, dementia, ALS, stroke, hospice care and cancer. As both a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified...

Care Member says "Marzena was very reliable, caring and capable. She took great care of my uncle and was able to gain his trust quickly. She was always on time and very...

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Gabriela F.

Dundee, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Visiting physician
personal care
live-in home care
Hi, my name is Gaby. I am very passionate when it comes on helping someone. People always get comfortable with me on telling me their stories/problems. I like that. It means they trust me in every way. I am very humble, loving and friendly person. Love meeting new people and build a relationship. I used to work as a...

Wayne K. says "Excellent, excellent, excellent. Kind, punctual and compassionate. Gabriela made it possible for my 95 year old mother to enjoy a family event without...

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Katarzyna C.

Experienced Come And Go Senior Care Provider

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
personal care
live-in home care
dementia
I have 10 years of experience with elderly patients, dimentia, Parkinson's, cancer. Was working full time and part time positions as was required. Have great references from my patients and families. I am caring, loving, compassionate, responsible, honest , organized, happy persona. Was told by my patients I am great cook and...

Care Member says "Kat is amazing! We love her! Hard worker , upbeat personality and just a great human! Would hire her again anytime! "

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Ora D.

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver

Carpentersville, IL

3.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
respite care
Hi, my name is Ora D. I live in Carpentersville. I am a RMA but work as a home caregiver. I love caring for seniors because they are very precious people. I have cared for seniors for many years now. I enjoy bringing love, joy, and hope into their lives regarding the circumstance. "Only for serious potential clients that really...

Tara B. says "Ora is a very helpful, nurturing, caring, loving professional, responsible, respectful, intelligent, dependable and spiritual person. She provides the...

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Wendy B.

Experienced Compassionate Alzheimer's Caregiver Available

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
I have worked for 10 plus years with seniors. I have always had a special place in my heart for them. I am kind, caring, compassionate and patient. I am also honest, trustworthy, reliable and capable. I have worked in facilities and in home. I prefer in home for the one on one. I have been trained in medication administration,...

Care Member says "Our family was fortunate enough to have had Wendy care for our mom for six years. When Wendy started to care for our mom she was in the earlier stages...

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Sylwia P.

Hoffman Estates, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
respite care
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
My duties include but not limited to: *Companionship, *home care, *light housekeeping, *meal planning and preparation, *mobility assistance, *daily activity supervision, *inside and outside home activities, *bathing, *feeding, *dressing, *hygiene, *medication reminders and much more.

Lacey R. says "Sylwia is an absolute blessing to our family! She is a phenomenal caregiver. Sylwia is compassionate, kind, and trustworthy. She is taking care of our...

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Mavis M.

Huntley, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
respite care
I have been a care giver for many years and I have cared for many people and I have been apart of many families. I know that one day in my life I will need someone to care for me, I would like to have someone who will care for me with respect, compassion and kindness, that I what I bring to my clients. It also brings me great...

Care Member says "I am very pleased to recommend Mavis M as a caregiver. She has been an excellent caregiver for the past several months for my in-laws in their home....

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Yuliia C.

Senior Caregiver

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver , also Certified Nursing Assistant, with over 5 years of hands-on experience assisting individuals with various medical conditions, including spinal conditions, aspiration risks, G-tube feeding, diabetes, dementia, mobility , end-of-life hospice care, etc. I am reliable, patient, and...

Care Member says "Yulia only worked for us for a short time due to having to place our mom in a nursing home, But the time she was with with us she treated and cared for...

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Dawn B.

Experienced Caregiver

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
I am a compassionate skilled caregiver devoted to utilizing my 15 years experience to provide a safe, caring, comforting environment for the client which would allow the client to remain in their home . Assisting clients with activities of daily living, bathing, feeding, toileting, exercising, socializing. Light housekeeping,...

Karen C. says "Dawn is a caring compassionate caregiver, she went above and beyond caring for my mother who has Alzheimer's disease. Dawn has taken care of my mother for...

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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 5.0

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Algonquin, IL

Live In Caregivers in Algonquin, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Amy S.

Amy is outstanding at what she does. She connected with our mom who typically does not connect with most people. She guided us through a...

- Ron M.

Lisa A.

Lisa is a wonderful caregiver. She is compassionate and kind. She took care of my mom for 10 months. She always tried to find ways to help...

- Care member

San Juanita L.

San Juanita is so caring and knowledgeable. She has a compassionate heart. She worked with my dad for almost 3 years and stayed with him...

- Sandy C.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Algonquin, IL

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Algonquin, IL is $21.00 per hour. It’s worth noting that this is just an average, and the cost of a live-in caregiver can vary based on their qualifications, their years of experience, and the unique type of care your loved one requires.

To start your search for a live-in caregiver near you on Care.com, sort caregiver profiles by distance from Algonquin, IL or zip code. If you want to increase the amount of available options, you can expand your search radius. Then you can compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate.

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There is no one-size-fits-all approach to live-in caregiver services. All clients have different needs and all caregivers feel comfortable offering specific services. Generally though, you can expect a live-in caregiver to help with cooking, cleaning, tasks that are difficult for the senior to manage, and transportation. It’s important to interview a few different candidates, when hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Algonquin, IL to see what responsibilities they feel comfortable taking on and how their service offerings line up with your needs.

When it’s time to interview live-in caregivers near you in Algonquin, IL, you’ll want to be ready with a list of interview questions you can ask them. You’ll want to start by asking them to tell you more about their work experience and qualifications. Then you can ask them what types of responsibilities they can take on. Don’t be afraid to tell them what you need, the point of an interview is to find out if they’re a good fit for your family.

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