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Paula M.

Professional Care Giver / Home Support Worker

Rochelle, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Visiting physician
live-in home care
dementia
personal care
respite care
I have 14 years experience caring for seniors with dementia/stroke, in addition to oxygen dependent. I am currently a caregiver in the mornings M-F for a C6 incomplete female quadriplegic in Galena.

Brian G. says "I highly recommend Paula. In addition to being very dependable, she is also a good person. Paula is experienced, knowledgeable and has helped our family...

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Catherine L.

Plano, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Visiting physician
home modification
dementia
live-in home care
personal care
I am a caregiver and a CNA. I have been taking care of people for 20 years. I get along with older people and I like helping them. I, have been told I am very responsible, I, am always on time. I, have taken care of Parkinson, Alzheimer, dementia, and people with strokes. I also work 24 hour shifts .

Seth S. says "We found Cathy a year and a half after my Aunt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. My Aunt was beginning to show a tendency to wander and began disrupting our...

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Cheryl J.

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hampshire, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
home modification
visiting physician
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Cheryl. I have been a caregiver for 18 years, and I enjoy what I do. I have cared for people of all ages (infants to elderly) with all different needs. I'm experienced in; -Dementia -Wound care -Toileting -Hospice -Bed bound -Meal preparation -Bathing -Grooming -Transportation -Companionship I look forward to the...

Jennifer J. says "Cheryl is patient, kind, laid-back and fun. She has a calming effect on my step-father, who suffers from dementia."

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Susan E.

Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .

Elburn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...

Care Member says "She was a 24/7 caregiver for my husband on hospice. She was devoted to his care, turning him, tending his meds, taking vitals and she helped me with...

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Norma T.

Experienced Home Health Aide For Senior Care

Sugar Grove, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
home modification
respite care
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am seeking a position as a Home Health Aide where I can provide personal healthcare, support, and assistance to seniors at home or in a residential care facility. I am honest, dependable and very reliable. I bring a caring and positive attitude and a deep desire to do my best in all I do. I also possess excellent and varied...

Carla T. says "Excellent care giver, professional, compassionate, great at cleaning, patient interaction and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her."

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Alma S.

Aurora, IL

4.9(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
light cleaning
companionship
live-in home care
meal prep
I enjoy working one-on-one with seniors. So much to share and learn from them. My experience includes: companionship, light meal preparation, light housekeeping, med reminders, shower assist and dressing. (Pet care, also) I have worked with both males and females. Live-in, overnights and hourly.

Care Member says "Alma is a WONDERFUL & contentious care giver. Who has been very dependable & loyal to her senior clients"

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Kathryn A.

Full-Time Caregiver

Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Dedicated and compassionate healthcare caregiver/CNA with 20 years of experience providing high-quality care to patients with diverse needs, including Alzheimer's, dementia, and hospice care. Seeking a full-time position to utilize my extensive experience and skills in improving patient well-being. Availability - Full-Time - Day...

Care Member says "I met Kathryn (Katie) when sh was caring for my aunt. I did not hire her personally, but I saw her on numerous occasions caring for my aunt and she...

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Phil L.

Hampshire, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Home care provider with 10+ years of experience delivering personalized home care to elderly , assisting with daily living while building meaningful relationships and helping clients maintain a high quality of life. Passionate about making a difference in older adults' lives. Excellent communication skills to collaborate...
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Olivia H.

Batavia, IL

from
$17/hr
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
I'm an athlete so I am able to provide physical aid where needed. I'm happy to help in any way I can. Most of my experience is in childcare but I'm comfortable working with the elderly as well. I'm not equipped to provide professional medical care.
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Amos A.

Kingston, IL

from
$25/hr
Light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
personal care
My first name is Amos, with a certified CNA certification. I am a well trained certified CNA with a passion to care and help. I am a person who loves to care for people who need help. I love what I do; caring for people, attending to need when needed. I have care experience for up to three years now. I also can operate manual...
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Ashley B.

Sugar Grove, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, I've been a CNA for the last three years. I have experience in bathing, personal care, hospice care, transportation, activities of daily living, etc. I can perform different tasks! Let me know what you're looking for!! Thank you so much, Ashley
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Khristine P.

Aurora, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
meal prep
companionship
home modification
+ 1 more
Hi Im Khristine! I am an upbeat, dependable, and compassionate CNA with over 20 years of experience in senior care. Caring for others brings me great joy, and I consider it an honor to support and assist elders with dignity and respect. I provide reliable, high-quality care, including personal assistance with bathing,...
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Jessica P.

Senior Care

Genoa, IL

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$20/hr
Light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
I am dedicated to respite and senior care, and have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia patients. Illinois state licensed EMT BLS certification
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Lori D.

Experienced Senior Care Provider

Sandwich, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
30+ years experience with senior care in all levels of care. Certified Nursing Assistant and previous owner of Jabez Elder Care, where we cared for 6 residents and 5 daycare attendees in all ranges of disabilities; dementia/alzheimers, brittle diabetics, ambulatory and non-ambulatory, etal. I'm very caring and dependable with...
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Jane B.

A Retired Registered Nurse Of 43 Years. Lots Of Experience

Plano, IL

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate, retired Registered Nurse, who is a life long Christian. I will give medication reminders, personal care as needed and assist with bathing if needed. I will also transport people to appts or other places and I will engage and provide companionship, willing to do light housekeeping and laundry. I am very...
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Bertha M.

Senior Caregiver

Aurora, IL

from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
personal care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have seven years experience as a caregiver. I have taken care of Alzheimer's patients and patients with dementia. I provided meal preparation, wheelchair transfers, med reminders, etc.
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Reeta S.

Hampshire, IL

from
$20/hr
Live-in home care
light cleaning
I'm looking only Saturday , take care, caring, respectful, responsible good take care for everyone thanks
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Maritza P.

North Aurora, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
I did work with a couple recently and I did from cooking to housekeeping, also help them with their medicines supplies as a need it. It was very grateful experience to give so much love and care for this couple. Hopefully I can find something similar where I can do my best for them as well.
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Gloria G.

Aurora, IL

from
$15/hr
Respite care
light cleaning
transportation
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I take care all my children, my grand children's I have more then 12 years of experience with a special kid
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Evelyn G.

I Have Nine Years Experience As Home Caregiver

Hampshire, IL

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
I have a CNA Certificate. Patience, caring, able to cook and prepare meals, place and pickup orders for groceries. Self motivated with initiative. Puntual.
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  • The average post rate is $18.33/hr as of July 2025

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

Live In Caregivers in Cortland, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 50 listed live in caregivers

Paula M.

I highly recommend Paula. In addition to being very dependable, she is also a good person. Paula is experienced, knowledgeable and has...

- Brian G.

Catherine L.

We found Cathy a year and a half after my Aunt was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. My Aunt was beginning to show a tendency to wander and began...

- Seth S.

Cheryl J.

Cheryl is patient, kind, laid-back and fun. She has a calming effect on my step-father, who suffers from dementia.

- Jennifer J.

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

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Cortland, IL is $18.33 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 Cortland, 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.

Yes, caregivers near you in Cortland, IL on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.

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 Cortland, 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 Cortland, 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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