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Raejean Z.

Elderly Care

Highland, IN

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 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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Mauricio A.

Home Caregiver

Hammond, IN

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$8/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
When I was 19 years old I went to a program to receive a Certified nursing assistant to be able to assist the elderly. I finished my program and acquired my certification. I worked for a nursing home in one of my neighboring cities. I absolutely love to help and assist anyone to be able to meet their daily needs. I am very...
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Modie C.

Love Working With Senior

Valparaiso, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
Communication Observation Interpersonal skills Empathy Postivity Problem solving Light home care Interpersonal skills
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Krystle D.

senior care

Hammond, IN

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
home modification
mobility assistance
personal care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is my passion. I have more than five years of experience providing live-in care, personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medical management, and mobility assistance. I adapt to changing routines, de-escalate stressful situations, and incorporate memory care activities. I have...
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Shelia R.

Dedicated Senior Caregiver | Compassionate, Patient, And Skilled

Chicago Heights, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
home modification
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as funny, outgoing, honest I like caring for seniors because their knowledge their wisdom, I love hearing their stories of when they were younger I'm looking for a job that it's a strong job I'm able to feel comfortable. I'm able to communicate and understanding what I'm at my job to do I started...
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Kelsea H.

Chicago Heights, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm Kelsea! I love helping all people, but children and the elderly really have a special place in my heart. I'm reliable, responsible, and respectful, and I love bringing a positive energy to whoever I encounter!
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Christina C.

Certified Nursing Assistant/ Home Health Aide

Chicago Heights, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Certified Nursing Assistant with Home care, Residential/ Facility care, and Hospital care experience with clients with disabilities, dementia/Alzheimer's, wound care, paralysis,
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Olaide Ola F.

Looking For Full Time With A Good Family.

Dolton, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
dementia
respite care
visiting nurse
+ 1 more
I have been a certified nursing assistant for the past 16yrs. with a lot of experience. Also certified in Dementia and Alzheimer patient. Also have experience in Hospice cases etc. I love to help less privileges people, disabilities. I enjoyed been a caregiver, provide care at home or in the facilities. make people live in their...
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Shaketa W.

Thornton, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello I'm Shaketa I have been in the Home Health Care field for 4 years until I got certified as a nursing assistant now I assist in Rehab facilities , Assisted Living , Skilled , and home healthcare . I have the passion to care for others & I love what I do ! I'd describe my personality as compassionate , caring , and...
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Melanie Y.

Valparaiso, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello :) While most of my professional experience is in early childhood and special education, I was previously a paramedic for several years. I also have experience caring for seniors with a variety of needs including medication management and quality companionship. I am happy to help with light housekeeping, meal prep, and...
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Linda G.

I Treat My Clients Like Family

Dyer, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
companionship
mobility assistance
personal care
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate, hardworking, and reliable caregiver with experience doing live-in caregiving for the elderly.
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Iris M.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Portage, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
light cleaning
live-in home care
I am a mother of 4 and I have always had a love for helping those that need it. I was a home health aid and used to work for a company that helps those with developmental disabilities achieve independence and promote choice. With this I have had to play many roles. I aide with transportation, hygiene, cooking, shopping, provide...
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Rebecca S.

Full Time Care Giver

Cedar Lake, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
companionship
respite care
specialized care
+ 1 more
I have worked for a care company for many years. I fully enjoy being able to give your loved ones the best care possible when they need it most. I have many referrals from families that I have helped along the years. I find joy in knowing that my job is to be there to assist not only your loved ones but to also help ease the...
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Tashea R.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Lansing, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
home modification
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Tashea. I've proudly served families through Care. com for nearly 10 years, offering compassionate and reliable care that supports both individuals and their loved ones. With over 15 years of experience in the medical field, I currently work as a Mental Health Technician-a role I've held for the past 8...
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Diane D.

LIVE IN Companionship, Meals, Light Housekeeping

Crete, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years of experience as a Live-in Caregiver. Additionally, I have experience as a Hospice Caretaker as well. I enjoy being around seniors who are still in their home. Having someone to help in the home does ease the worries of the family. My primary responsibilities are the following; * Companionship * Assist with...
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Lillyana W.

Caregiver (Self-taught)

Portage, IN

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
dementia
transportation
light cleaning
Daily hands-on experience caregiving, caring for a 60-year-old man recovering from an aortic dissection and three strokes. Patient had to re-learn short term memory, is on a catheter, has sodium dietary restrictions, takes over 10 medications daily multiple times a day, needs assistance with at-home therapy/workout's, and help...
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Dana W.

Cna

Calumet City, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
home modification
companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I've been a CNA 34 years with experience in ADLS dementia Alzheimer's ostomy and mentally ill hypertension diabetes, etc. I m also experienced in stroke, CHF, hypertension, Muscular Dystrophy, cooking, light house keeping errands and also CPR Certified. I as well am available for live in position's I'm flexible some weekends I'm...

Nadeene W. says "She is a Caregiver who cares deeply about her clients. She is a good listener and she is good at handling mood swings in her clients. She is very...

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Julie A.

Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Munster, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
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Bridgette J.

Senior

South Holland, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
home modification
companionship
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello to all! I've been a certified nurses assistant for 33 years as of now I'm working as a caregiver. I've worked in skilled, nursing home settings, mental health, hospitals, hospice care and in the homes of clients for many years! I have Outstanding references as well! I Love taking care of the elderly and whom should ever...
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Shirley O.

Portage, IN

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$8/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
home modification
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
kindness happy caring I like caring for seniors because I'm a Caregiver who's Kind, Caring, Happy, want for my clients to feel comfortable with me. Love to cook, play games, walks and anything that makes my clients feel good. I'm looking for a job that I can help others feel better, comfortable and happy. I started caring...
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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.22/hr as of August 2025

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

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 $17.22 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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