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Hannah R.

Crown Point, IN

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Hannah I have been a Certified nursing assistant for 4yrs. I have worked in nursing homes and home health and hospice care. I am currently enrolled in nursing school at Ivy tech.
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Rosevelen P.

Crown Point, IN

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
respite care
Hi! I have cared elders like a family. I currently have a job in a hospital but in a different setting. I'm a weekender ( 2 days live in) caregiver in Chicago before but currently, I decided to stay in the area and would do it part time to stay closer at home and spend more time with my son reason I joined here to still do what...
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Lisa B.

CNA

Schererville, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
respite care
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Lisa, a lifelong caregiver with a big heart, a good sense of humor, and a serious love for making people feel seen, supported, and celebrated. I've worked in everything from hospitals to home care, senior communities, Whether I'm helping with daily routines, planning meaningful activities, or just sitting with someone to...
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Chassidy S.

Experienced And Caring

Crown Point, IN

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Chassidy. I'm looking forward to assisting to you and your loved one. My priorities are safety and comfort. I will do my very best to ensure that you feel respected and supported while providing quality care!
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Gena Z.

Saint John, IN

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$8/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
transportation
I grew up with a sick father, He has a lot of health problems that made me have to grow up quickly. He's constantly back and forth to the hospital. I am able to handle a lot as I'm getting older I find myself growing up to being more and more like my mom. I just got married and moving into our first home with my silky terrier....
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Alysia S.

Caregiver

Griffith, IN

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I love careing for people. I have experiance with many different kinds of people. Children. Toddlers. Babies. Elderly . Dementia. Special needs.
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Collins B.

I Am Caring And Has Patience

Saint John, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
I am a christian and have worked with seniors for 10 years also worked in group homes for 5 yrs.
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Rebecca C.

Caregiver

Thornton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
visiting physician
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have been care-taking for five years professionally. When I was 25 my spouse was diagnosed with Cancer so I have been care-taking non professionally for a long time. My last client was 94 and required bathing, dressing, cooking, house keeping, transportation back and for to the doctor and medication management. I am outgoing...

Maureen C. says "Rebecca is a very caring person.She has a great personality with her patients and makes them feel comfortable.She makes sure her patients needs are met....

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Kimberly H.

Great Care For You Or Your Love Ones

Lansing, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a Certified Nurses Assistant for 29 years now, very experienced, Kind, Caring and caregiving Is my passion. Very knowledgeable about Dementia/Alzheimer's. ALS, Parkinson's disease . I also have experience with hospice and have worked In hospice for many years etc. I have a reliable vehicle with full coverage insurance for...

Care Member says "Kimberly came to us during a very difficult time in our family. My aunt was on hospice and my family and I were searching for a caregiver who could do...

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Debbie P.

CNA Available For Private-Duty Full Time 24/7

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
respite care
dementia
personal care
Hello my name is Debbie I have been a CNA for about 25 years I primarily do private duty live-in I have just finished my 5th live-in I was with her for 6 wonderful years and now I am ready to give my love and services to someone new I really do love what I do I have great references from my previous 5 live-in families I am able...
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Francine S.

Francine Bio

Valparaiso, IN

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as Caring, loving and sympathetic I like caring for seniors because it make me feel as if I've accomplished what I was supposed to do. I'm looking for a job that I can assist someone in need. I started caring for seniors when I moved to Houston Texas in 1996, I love and enjoy what I do! In my...

Care Member says "Francine has a great work ethic,she took care of my dad and she was unbelievable, I would recommend her "

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Sherry C.

Calm, Caring , Upbeat

Portage, IN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Calm, upbeat demeanor to give patients more than just a caregiver but to give them a friend Active listening skills to take my time to understand what a patient is trying to communicate Capability to monitor effectively and tell when something needs to be changed to a patient's routine Exceptional cooking skills to...

Care Member says "Sherry is a caring professional. She took excellent care of my mom. "

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Alyssa K.

Home Health Aide

Valparaiso, IN

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
transportation
In 2018, I worked as a home health aide, I won't mention because I don't want to slander a place that may have improved. I have previous experience helping elderly. Primarily helping them move around, clean their house, run their errands. While I was and am capable of helping more, the people I cared for didn't need the extra...
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Carla R.

Medical Assistant Caregiver

Lansing, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
respite care
dementia
personal care
I have extensive care giving skills with elderly ( Dementia Patients) I do everything from Personal Hygiene to Reading to them. I really try to work with them, I got a elderly woman to play the piano after 25 years of not playing it was awesome!

Kathy B. says "Carla is absolutely a wonderful caregiver. I highly recommend her. She cared for my father for 3 years until he passed away .. she is very knowledgeable ,...

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Deidra H.

Hammond, IN

4.6(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
dementia
live-in home care
respite care
I have 20 year's of experience in adult and senior care. I do my very best to be as dependable, reliable, compassionate and caring as I can be. I can help with meal prep, medication, and chores around the house. I've worked extensively with elders who have Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and Dementia. I've also learned how to build...

Carole B. says "Deidra has worked for our family for just over a year, caring for our bedridden 89 year old mom who has progressive dementia. Her responsibilities include...

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Tamara K.

Chesterton, IN

4.6(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
light cleaning
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Available Full-Time Available For Companionship, Housekeeping, Personal Care And Meal Preparation. I am a wife and mother of 2 girls. I have 10 years experience working in facilities and private homes, taking care of our Senior community. I've done everything from insulin shots to meal prep and housekeeping. I have knowledge in...

kathy F. says "Tamara has the skill and compassion to care for your loved one as if they were her own . She is so well versed at physical care, medicine, feeding, bathing...

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Thelma P.

Very Caring To Our Elderly

Munster, IN

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
mobility assistance
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi, I am a CNA , PTA, Dialyss Tech, CPR certified ., looking for partime position at home caregiver. I specialize in demetia and alzeimer patients. Bed bound or mobile patients. I akso had years of experience with ALS patient with trache tube. I am very caring to my clients and treat them as family. Please let me know how I can...

Care Member says "She is a very patient and considerate to the patients needs "

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Tatyana E.

Senior Care

Chicago Heights, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
I'm a compassionate senior care provider with medical expertise, strong patient care skills, and case management experience.
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Bridgette J.

South Holland, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
Hello to all! I've been helping seniors with their activity of daily living for 30 years! My job duties are medication reminder, bathing, meals preparation, light housekeeping, toileting, laundry etc I enjoy giving my services to the needs of others! Helping others makes it a little easier for the client also their families! I...
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Raejean Z.

Elderly Care

Highland, IN

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
home modification
light cleaning
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
COMPANION CARE/BATHING/BRIEF CHANGE/ SITTER Very outgoing Hospice CNA and Medical Assistant with 25 years of extensive experience in caring for patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Physical Disabilities, bed confined individuals and helping with activities of daily living. I have a very pleasing personality with a passion for...
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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.88/hr as of August 2025

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

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Gary, IN

Live In Caregivers in Gary, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Rebecca C.

Rebecca is a very caring person.She has a great personality with her patients and makes them feel comfortable.She makes sure her patients...

- Maureen C.

Kimberly H.

Kimberly came to us during a very difficult time in our family. My aunt was on hospice and my family and I were searching for a caregiver...

- Care member

Francine S.

Francine has a great work ethic,she took care of my dad and she was unbelievable, I would recommend her

- Care member

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Gary, IN

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Gary, IN is $16.88 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 Gary, IN 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 Gary, IN 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 Gary, IN 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 Gary, IN, 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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