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Ephraim B.

Great Lakes, IL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Am a highly skilled, well behaved , with a good sense of humor, I love caring for the elderly in terms of health, companionship and welfare Am good at communication and a fluent English speaker with good punctuality and commitment for my job. I've been in this sector for two and a half years and I take healthcare as a hobby in...
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Mayolita M.

Certified Aid And Companion

Grayslake, IL

3.7(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, Thank you for viewing my profile, I am a 14 year Certified Aid and Private Caregiver I also have 8 years experience working as a Therapy aid. I carry my CPR & First Aid license. I am experienced with many geriatric settings such as, Parkinson, Respite Alzheimer & Dementia ALS. As a caregiver I will work with families to...

John R. says "Maye was extremely professional very friendly extremely knowledgeable in her field I was very impressed by her credentials in the way that she dealt with on...

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Jacqueline A.

Dementia & Alzheimer's Care Specialist

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
respite care
home modification
personal care
+ 1 more
With roots in caregiving dating back to childhood, I've developed a compassionate approach to supporting individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's. Professionally, I deliver personalized, non-medical in-home care with dedication and expertise. Key strengths include: - Cooking, cleaning, and companionship - Incontinence care,...

Care Member says "Jacqueline is an experienced, compassionate, and reliable caregiver. I found her to have excellent communication skills and has a very professional...

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Ifeoma M.

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Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
home modification
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have 6 years experience working at assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and private care duties where I cared for older adults and hospice patients who suffer from dementia, paralysis, qudraplegic cancer e. t. c and needs help with daily activities like feeding, grooming, bathing, brushing and mobility. I have also...

Care Member says "She was so great and will recommend her over and over again. Thank you Ifeoma "

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David P.

Flexible, Experienced

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is David. I have a deep commitment to compassionate caregiving. I have 20 years of experience in the Healthcare industry, specializing in advanced care for those facing mental disabilities, palliative needs, and hospice care. My caregiving approach is highly personalized, understanding that each patient has unique...

Care Member says "David is experienced and compassionate. He has guided my husband in PT exercises and walking to improve his balance. He always has a smile and knows how...

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Reina O.

Caregiver/Companion

Mundelein, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
visiting physician
live-in home care
personal care
Hi, I am a stay at home mom looking for part-time hours near Mundelein. I am looking for a position that can work with my schedule and fits yours. I enjoy working with seniors and love to hear their stories. It reminds me of my own grandparents! Over the years I have met several loveable seniors that I keep close to my heart....
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Deidre M.

I Am A Experienced Caregiver Of 25 Years With Varifyable Recommendations

Waukegan, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
respite care
home modification
personal care
+ 1 more
I have worked with seniors with physician and mental dissibalities I have Hoyer lift experience, hospice, dementa , alhimerys, bed redden patients , feeding tubes , colistfy bag, cebryal paisley , MS
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Carolina S.

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 14 years of experience. I am confident, energetic, compassionate, caring and empathetic, a lot of patience and willing to do extra miles. Very good in housekeeping and providing meals as well. I have a lot of experience with clients with dementia, Alzheimer's, cancer, Parkinson's, bedridden and hospice care.

Donna H. says "I have never met a more caring individual. I felt so comfortable knowing that when I left each night my mother was in such good hands. Carol took great...

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Artur N.

Senior Care

Lincolnshire, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Experienced and compassionate caregiver with over 10 years of hands-on experience. Skilled in wound care, oxygen and nebulizer therapy, catheter care and changes, insulin injections, CPAP, and full assistance with bed-to-wheelchair and wheelchair-to-bed transfers. Certified in CPR, AED, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens....

Care Member says "Artur was an amazing caregiver for my husband. Not only did he take care of his personal needs, he became a member of our family. Artur is sensitive and...

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Linda L.

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I'm looking for a weekend live-in caregiver position on a regular basis or temporary to give full-time caregiver a break. I'm available Friday evening until Monday evening. Recently I was taking care of a woman for 2 years until she passed away on hospice in the privacy of her own home. I was a live-in caregiver for 4 years to...

Georgeann B. says "Linda was very professional in her communication and we had good conversations. She was interested not only in learning about the position, but in...

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Maribel F.

Gurnee, IL

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am Maribel. I have 25 years of experience being a caregiver. I am also a CNA. I have worked in assisted living for 3 years, I have experienced different cases like G-tube, colostomy, foley catheter, diabetic care, and others. I prefer live-ins.
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Elena B.

Care Giver CNA

Highland Park, IL

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$15/hr
Dementia
respite care
live-in home care
visiting nurse
personal care
I have worked with all kinds of people from young to old with different disabilities as a CNA for over 20 years.
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Beth K.

Vernon Hills, IL

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$30/hr
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I love our seniors! I have been going to Florida in the winters to care for my parents. My mom just passed away from pancreatic cancer( 7 years) and Dad has dementia. Everyone needs some help and friends! I can do both!
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Mark G.

Highland Park, IL

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With a clinical medical background and experience, Bringing joy and comfort to seniors is my calling. With a graduate degree and three years of experience, I offer compassionate home health care, including respite and live-in support. I help with daily living tasks, such as mobility assistance, meal preparation, light...
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Kassandra R.

Waukegan, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Caregiver I also done pct I am great with everyone I have worked in with dementia and hospice and some icu units I am open to any shift during the week and some weekends
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Robin B.

Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Robin. I am a 58-year-old white female who loves seniors. I have experience with hoyer lift, sara lift, stroke, dementia, Parkinson's, and paralyzed clients. I have worked in ER, heart floor, nursing home, and currently in home care. My main focus is to ensure independence, comfort, and keeping the client pain...
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Sandra B.

Senior Care

Grayslake, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I been caring for seniors since 1983 I enjoy hearing their stories and just helping them through their trying times of living a joyful lifestyle!
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Patricia M.

Libertyville, IL

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$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a very caring, patient, dependable & compassionate caregiver. Spending quality time with client trying to share their interests & finding out their dislikes. I have kept my clients safe as a live-in for more than 15 years, providing personal care bathing, toileting, and dressing. Experience with Stroke , Alzheimer's,...
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Bazarsad N.

I'm A Positive Man. I Have 2 Years Of Senior Care Experience.

Lincolnshire, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
hospice services
meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as hardworking, open minded, diligent I started caring for seniors when I came here In my spare time, I like to read books One thing you should know about me is I like reading books My skills include helpful and good listener, kind
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Kimberly K.

25 Years Medical Experience ,care & Friendship.

Grayslake, IL

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
I am a 25 yr experienced health care specialist in Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, tube feeding, dysphasia, medicine administration I'v , wound care, aspirational pneumonia CPR I'm trustworthy , caring , compassionate and witty. Will take care of your family like my own. Communication and interaction is key to keeping a...
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  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Great Lakes, IL

Live In Caregivers in Great Lakes, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Mayolita M.

Maye was extremely professional very friendly extremely knowledgeable in her field I was very impressed by her credentials in the way that...

- John R.

Jacqueline A.

Jacqueline is an experienced, compassionate, and reliable caregiver. I found her to have excellent communication skills and has a very...

- Care member

Ifeoma M.

She was so great and will recommend her over and over again. Thank you Ifeoma

- Care member

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Great Lakes, IL

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Great Lakes, IL is $22.00 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 Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, 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 Great Lakes, 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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