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Ruslana K.

River Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
dementia
companionship
transportation
I have experience helping with seniors which includes Bathing/Dressing, helping with medication and meal preparations. I love to engage and interact with my senior companions. I am kind, compassionate, funny, and caring. I am a very patient person. I love for the elderly to talk about their lives. I like caring for seniors...

Mihael G. says "Ruslana was a very responsible caregiver for my mother. My mother enjoyed her company,her excellent cooking . She is a kind,patient and thoughtful woman....

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Franka A.

Am Looking For Personal Care

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
home modification
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Am a CNA I love taking care of old people like accompanying them , bathing, feeding, give their medical in time , speak to them slowly and in a good tune and always making them happy. I make sure I satisfy him/her with all help the need because the need my help from us caregiver.

Care Member says "She is punctual and professional "

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Emmanuel A.

Full-time/Part-time Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
personal care
hospice services
dementia
My experience caring for seniors has been tremendously life-time changing experience. I always have a thought in mind that this is their (seniors) time for them to reap from what they have sown during their years of hard work. I take a great pride in caring for seniors because they are very comforting and dependable. I have...

Carrie B. says "Emmanuel worked for my father as fill in over a 4 day weekend and since as daily fill in. We found him very pleasant and willing to do anything to help....

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Filipina C.

Filipina Fun-loving Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
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...

Care Member says "Faye worked in my cousin's home as a live-in caregiver for his mother, my aunt. She was responsible for her daily personal needs and administered her...

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Ewa C.

Diligent Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
mobility assistance
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I believe my most useful qualities in this role are patience and kindness. I worked primarily in home health, traveling from client to client.

Diane G. says "I hired Ewa to drive me to and from a medical procedure in December 2022. She was comfortable/knowledgeable in the hospital setting and knowing that she...

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Laura M.

Caregiver

Cicero, IL

4.1(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Home modification
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Laura, I am 48 years old with over 30 years experience in the healthcare field. For the first 20 years of my career I started working for Hospitals such as Rush & Adventist Hospital to then venturing on to using my skills for Senior Care and Companionship for the past 10 years. Throughout my years of experience...

Care Member says "We hired Laura M. to take care of my 96 year old mother overnight at the Rehab Center back in January 2023. We then moved my mother back home with the...

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Gugulethu M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Gigi. I have a passion for working with people and for that reason I started working with children and senior citizens. I have a Certification in Early Childhood Development , TEFL( Teaching English as a Foreign Language). I am Certified Nurse Assistant and a Patient Care Assistant as well as CPR Certified. I have worked...
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Joanne F.

With Bachelor's' Degree, With Hospital Experience

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Cases Handled: -Dementia, Alzheimer's - Parkinson's - Stroke Pt. , CHF - MS - Diabetic Pt - Cancer Patients - Bed Bound - Quadriplegic - Hoyer Lift - Wheelchair bound, Etc - Vision & Hearing impairment About Me: CPR training / Certified CNA Certified BLS Certified BSN Graduate Hospital/Clinical experience 9 years...

Care Member says "Joanne was AMAZING helping to take care of my aunt on hospice care. She is a great communicator and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her. "

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April S.

Private Duty Care, Companionship

Des Plaines, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
dementia
I have been in the care giving job for the past 8 years and have learned to love this job simply because I feel like I am doing it for my own parents. My connection with my clients extends down to the families because they say that by so doing, they themselves were given their lives back because they are assured that their...

Janet M. says "We hired April to care for my mom for 5 weeks. April was everything we asked for, hoped for and wished for. April went above and beyond any caregiver we...

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Annie V.

Certified Nursing Assistant. Home Care Aide. Available For Full-time Job. Come And Go

Des Plaines, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
respite care
live-in home care
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a certified CNA who's been working in this field for more than 20 years. I enjoy being a caregiver because I love to take care of people, especially the elderly. I'm compassionate, empathetic, and determined. I have experience working with patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Stroke, Paralyzed, Diabetes, COPD,...

Nancy C. says "Annie was an overnight caregiver for my mother for the last five months of her life. She's dependable, skilled, compassionate and kind. If you get the...

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Jessica S.

Passionate Full-time Caregiver Available Open Available For Personal Care,companionship,housekeepin

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
My past experience includes but not limited to, caring for seniors that have Alzheimer's, loss of mobility and one's that need companions. I love what I do because I love people, I love being around people and I always learn life lessons from my elders no matter what condition they're in. I'm gentle and compassionate about what...

Inis C. says "Jessica has been a wonderful addition to David's life! She makes sure his home is clean and well organized, she has truly been an improvement to his home...

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Rico O.

Full Time To Part Time Or Hourly And Live-In

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Errands
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of the elderly for the past 18 years and been blessed to serve and care for them. I am experienced in dementia, Alzheimer's, quadriplegic and more. I am a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in the state of IL, and I have an easy-going demeanor and positive attitude. I always look for other ways or...

Care Member says " A walking angel on earth. We could not have found a more loyal, compassionate, expert to take care of our stepfather for the past two years. He told us...

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Daven I.

Caring, Loving And A Fun Caregiver For Your Love Ones.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Daven. I've been in a health care industry for at least 11 years with home health care experience taking care of seniors. I've worked with clients with different conditions such as Parkinson's Disease, Dementia, Stroke, post surgeries and many more. I'm very outgoing, friendly and energetic who love...

Care Member says "Daven cared for my father for one year fulltime. Daven was never late, never called off and became a part of our family. He cared for my father like...

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Erolyn F.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
personal care
Hello my name is Erolyn F. I'm a compassionate and dedicated senior care giver with almost 30 years of experience in providing exceptional care for elderly individuals. My unwavering commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors has made me a highly sought-after professional in the field. I can help with bath,...

Amy B. says "At the end of February, my mom lost her ability to stand and has been confined to bed ever since. Erolyn has been caretaking for my mom since this time. She...

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Jennifer M.

Experienced

Summit Argo, IL

5.0(1)
from
$34/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a mother of four adult children, and proud grandmother of 5. I have a wide array of experience working with children and adults of all ages. I have had animals of all kinds throughout the years, but I am particularly fond of dogs and personally owned a Yorkshire-Terrier, a Chow-Chow (he made it almost 19 years!), 2...

Janay C. says "Jennifer is a great person for all of your needs. She has been very beneficial to me and my family. Would hire again if needed."

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Patricia B.

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Live-in home care
personal care
hospice services
dementia
I obtained my first CNA License in Chicago in the year 2016. It expired due to the fact I was going school full time & I didn't have the chance to work as a CNA. I have an associates degree in general studies with a pre-nursing background. I moved to Georgia from Chicago & obtained my CNA license in Georgia. I worked at a...

Care Member says "Patricia has been my caregiver since February 2020. Being disabled, I've had many caregivers in my life, and Pati is one of the best! She's a very...

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Ludi T.

Chicago, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
live-in home care
home modification
dementia
personal care
I'm Ludi T 53 yrs old. I am responsible, compassionate & honest person. I have 22yrs experience as a caregiver mostly Dementia/Alzheimer's patients, strokes, Parkinson, tube feeding, oxygen, catheter, suctioning, cancer patients, hoyer lift from bed to chair & chair to bed, hospice. My duties; meals prep, med prep, med...

Terri K. says "Ludi was a great caregiver for a few weeks - she is safe, honest, clean and very organized. Unfortunately she wasn't very dependable for the type of care...

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Rosario V.

An Individual Person Whose Compassionate , Reliable , Caring .

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
personal care
live-in home care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have had 17 years experience in providing basic care to individuals. I am confident in my ability to provide the utmost level care to my patients. My work experience is always focused on direct patient care service which was both rewarding and valuable. My skills is capable of companion and respite care, g-tube , feeding,...

Care Member says "She is always had a pleasant disposition and a smile , even at 2 o' clock in the morning. If i should need the services of a caregiver again , I would...

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Urszula P.

Caregiver

Harwood Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
My name is Urszula, and I grew up in Poland as the oldest of six siblings. As a young person, I had many opportunities to take care of members of my large family. Those early experiences taught me how to be a responsible and empathetic person. I am a caring individual who loves working with people and helping them live happier...

Care Member says "I feel it necessary to share my families ongoing positive experiences with Urszula."

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Angela Merici C.

Available For Companionship, Personal Care And Housekeeping If Needed. Available Full-time

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I am 31 yrs old, I love taking care of elder people and looking out for them. I love what I do and been doing it for years. A CNA but have always worked as a private caregiver/companion. I do personal care, companionship, medication reminders.. general care. I also do light housekeeping if needed. I like to organize things...

Care Member says "Angela is kind, knowledgeable, trustworthy and fun to have around. She had fun decorating my Christmas tree and I was so happy to be home, well cared...

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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.67/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated live in caregivers is 1.5

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Elmwood Park, IL

Live In Caregivers in Elmwood Park, IL are rated 1.5 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Ruslana K.

Ruslana was a very responsible caregiver for my mother. My mother enjoyed her company,her excellent cooking . She is a kind,patient and...

- Mihael G.

Franka A.

She is punctual and professional

- Care member

Emmanuel A.

Emmanuel worked for my father as fill in over a 4 day weekend and since as daily fill in. We found him very pleasant and willing to do...

- Carrie B.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Elmwood Park, IL

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Elmwood Park, IL is $17.67 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 Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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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