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Belen H.

Island Lake, IL

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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
respite care
live-in home care
personal care
My duties include but not limited: Assisting with activities of daily living, following the clients customized care plan, reminding client when to take medications, preparing meals, performing light housekeeping, offering companionship, running errands, driving or assisting clients to appointments and activities. I am a very...
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Yvette G.

Island Lake, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as friendly, confident, determined. I like caring for seniors because they bring join to my life. I'm looking for a job that I can bring smiles and laughters into my clients life, get along with one another, growth opportunities. I started caring for seniors when I was 16 years old. In my spare...
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Albina B.

Island Lake, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Dementia
errands
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for many clients(who have stroke living; patients with feeding tubes,), for more than 10 years. I can care of the house too. I can help with cleaning, cooking, shopping .
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Marian B.

5 Years Of Experience........

Island Lake, IL

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
I like working with the elderly because I like helping them to become more independent and how happy they are when they receive something from one of their love ones, I also like working with the elderly because they are always willing to talk with you about things...
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Lesia B.

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Lesia. I have more than 12 years of experience to take care of elderly people with different needs. I can help you with a errands, grocery shopping, meal preparation, reminder medicine, and helping with a shower. In addition, I can provide you with the services of a therapist. I cared for people with...

Michael F. says "Lesia has worked for us for the past year and a half. She has cared for my disabled wife mostly in the evenings. She has had many duties including...

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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
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 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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Linda L.

Grayslake, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
errands
+ 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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Gana T.

Big Heart

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Gana. I am a First aid, wound care trained, Certified caregiver. I have 15+ years of experience assisting elderly with Dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer, Hospice, Stroke, COPD, Spinal stenosis, Diabetes, ALS, MS etc. I'm very reliable, patient, compassionate with strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of...

Care Member says "Gana is is an exceptional caregiver."

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Amy S.

Algonquin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Dementia
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Uniquely experienced certified nursing assistant with superior customer service skills and direct patient/client interaction in the aviation, health care and home health industries. Intuitive and analytical, I am a highly motivated self starter with a passion for making those in my care feel that they truly matter. Employment...

Ron M. says "Amy is outstanding at what she does. She connected with our mom who typically does not connect with most people. She guided us through a tough time while...

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Wendy B.

Experienced Compassionate Alzheimer's Caregiver Available

Barrington, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
I have worked for 10 plus years with seniors. I have always had a special place in my heart for them. I am kind, caring, compassionate and patient. I am also honest, trustworthy, reliable and capable. I have worked in facilities and in home. I prefer in home for the one on one. I have been trained in medication administration,...

Care Member says "Our family was fortunate enough to have had Wendy care for our mom for six years. When Wendy started to care for our mom she was in the earlier stages...

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Dawn B.

Experienced Caregiver

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
I am a compassionate skilled caregiver devoted to utilizing my 15 years experience to provide a safe, caring, comforting environment for the client which would allow the client to remain in their home . Assisting clients with activities of daily living, bathing, feeding, toileting, exercising, socializing. Light housekeeping,...

Karen C. says "Dawn is a caring compassionate caregiver, she went above and beyond caring for my mother who has Alzheimer's disease. Dawn has taken care of my mother for...

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Reina O.

Caregiver/Companion

Mundelein, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
visiting physician
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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Lisa A.

Algonquin, IL

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Lisa. I have been a caregiver for over 10 years. I have worked in assisted living environments as well as home care. Over the years I have had experience with a variety of needs: stroke, Alzheimer's, dementia, muscular dystrophy, Parkinson's, companion care, etc. I can help your loved one with their personal needs...

Care Member says "Lisa is a wonderful caregiver. She is compassionate and kind. She took care of my mom for 10 months. She always tried to find ways to help my mom. I...

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Grazyna A.

Cary, IL

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$15/hr
Dementia
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of children for over 20 years and am passionate about helping others. before being a caregiver, I cleaned houses so I'm also available for light housekeeping. I have my own car and am a non-smoker. I am very approachable and compassionate and would love to help your loved one with their daily tasks and...
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Nadiya M.

Fox River Grove, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
With over 20 years of experience in elderly care, I specialize in providing compassionate support to individuals living with dementia and Alzheimer's. My deep empathy for both patients and their families drives my commitment to offering the highest level of care. I understand the unique challenges these conditions present and...
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Mariam N.

Grayslake, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
home modification
meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am Mariam, I am from ugandan African I have certificate in Nursing but its from Africa, I have three daughters and spouse, I have been in care for 6 years and I am proud of caring others. I'd describe my personality as mother, hardworking and caring. I like caring for seniors because I have a passion of caring others I'm...
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Shirat N.

Grayslake, IL

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$24/hr
Dementia
light cleaning
personal care
mobility assistance
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Experience with hoyer lift Experience with People with dementia Bathing Feeding House keeping I'm looking for a job that fits my availability I started caring for seniors whenever since I was young I got an experience of my Grand father who had Dementia and the times paralyzed I got experience and am interested to work with...
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Emilija G.

McHenry, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
errands
mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm so happy to introduce myself as a member of Care. com. I have over eight years of professional caregiving experience working with a variety of clients: seniors, adults and individuals needing extra support in their daily lives. From a very young age I learned the importance of patience, empathy, and respect for others,...
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Leslie M.

McHenry, IL

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
live-in home care
meal prep
I worked for Home Helpers for many years and then got hired out to work with one family for five years. Caring and helping people in all forms of life. I have worked with Dementia patient for five years.
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Andrea A.

Dedicated Incoming Licensed Nursing Assistant With The A Passion Of Helping Others!!

McHenry, IL

from
$19/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello everyone!! When my grandma required all the care in the world, I stepped in to provide, and that's how I started caring for seniors. After that, I found my self working and loving every minute of it. I continued my passion and earned a certification for a course in Basic Nursing Assistant, one step closer to becoming a...
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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $24.75/hr as of December 2025

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Island Lake, IL

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

Lesia B.

Lesia has worked for us for the past year and a half. She has cared for my disabled wife mostly in the evenings. She has had many duties...

- Michael F.

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.

Linda L.

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

- Georgeann B.

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Island Lake, IL

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Island Lake, IL is $24.75 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 Island Lake, 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 Island Lake, 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 Island Lake, 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 Island Lake, 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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