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Maribelle M.

Senior Care

Lake Forest, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
home modification
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I have worked with seniors for over 10 years. I tailor my activities to ensure their physical safety and to keep them mentally stimulated by engaging in their interests.
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John Fletcher C.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lake Forest, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
hospice services
I learned a lot of skills working for 12 years in this field. Hospice care, memory care and assisted living. and my last job was taking care of 1 patient for 8 years as a caregiver.
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Suzanne H.

Passionate About Seniors & Pets!

Lake Forest, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate, patient, and dependable individual with a flexible schedule, making me well-suited for elderly caregiving. I provide attentive and personalized care, ensuring seniors feel comfortable, safe, and valued. My skills include assistance with daily activities, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping,...
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Laimute B.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
home modification
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! Are you looking for elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...

Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...

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Rayan K.

Personal Caregiver

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Mobility assistance
light cleaning
live-in home care
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
In my role as a caregiver, I have dedicated over seven years to providing compassionate and empathetic patient care. My commitment to this field has allowed me to develop strong interpersonal skills, fostering meaningful connections with patients and their families. I take pride in my ability to offer physical and emotional...

Care Member says "Extremely professional and friendly. Always willing to go the extra mile. "

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Carolina S.

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 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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Keron D.

Tenured Caregiver Looking To Help!

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, Families! I am Keron, a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 25 years of experience in providing exceptional care to the elderly. My passion for helping others and my commitment to promoting the well-being of seniors have been the driving forces behind my rewarding career. Throughout my extensive career, I...

Care Member says "My mother could be a very strongly reactive individual. With the challenges of advancing Alzheimers disease, these behaviors demonstrated themselves at...

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David P.

Flexible, Experienced

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 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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Margaret D.

Great Company As Well As Cooking And Cleaning

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Margaret. I live in Lake Zurich with my husband and three children, but I am able to work anywhere in Lake County. I am an experienced caregiver and just finished working with family, and have time to help a new family. I have over 20 years of experience caregiving including two years working with my father with ALS...

Yun L. says "Margaret has been helping us take care of our elderly mother. She has been reliable, cheerful, and exceptionally kind and compassionate. We would recommend...

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Titilope I.

Compassionate

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
commitment to improving the quality of life for the elderly clients while providing physical, emotional, and social support

Care Member says "We hired Titi to take care of my grandmother. she had her as a companion and help her with daily activities while we needed some break.She took care of...

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Ifeoma M.

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Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
home modification
companionship
dementia
+ 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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Oleksandr R.

Experienced Senior Care Nursing Assistant

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
CNA/caregiver trained in basic and advanced senior care with lots of in-home and hospital experience. Experience with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia, live-in care, post-surgical and pet care. Dependable, punctual, and professional!

Care Member says "Alex is an Incredible care giver, very hardworking and a great problem solver! Alex is knowledgeable and patient and has helped our family tremendously...

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Rolly B.

Full-Time Caregiver

Northbrook, IL

4.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm been a caregiver for over 10 years! Im dependable honest and a caring person. I love helping people specially with elderly. All the best! Rolly

Angela A. says "We loved having Rolly on-board to help care for my Dad, who is in the mid-stages of Alzheimer's Disease. I removed one star as Rolly did find another job...

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Jasmen J.

I Am Very Compassionate, Sympathetic, Caring And Out Going Person, I Love Cooking And Gardening.

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. I experienced working with Dementia, Cancer, Alzheimer, Depression, Parkinson, fall risk, bathing male or female any size, some with broken hips, arms legs neck. I can do companion, light house keeping and cooking. I do grocery...

Laurie H. says "My mom is very physically compromised and in a skilled nursing facility. She requires extra care and Jasmen was perfect. Jasmen was very communicative...

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Reyna P.

Lake Bluff, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
home modification
hospice services
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Experienced Licensed Nurse with 10years experience in Geriatric Nursing, Home Health Care, Hospice, and IV & Wound care certified. Trained Case Manager. I also worked as a private Nurse/Caregiver for 4+years. I am willing to re-locate if needed.

Care Member says "Reyna was truly our angel on earth. She cared for our parents through end stage dementia for our Dad and early-stage dementia and health complications...

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Patricia M.

Care Giver / Companion Seeking Live-In Position

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a very caring, patient, dependable & compassionate caregiver. Spending quality time 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, Dementia,...

Care Member says "Pat was great help for my dad when he came home with Hospice care. She was kind a gentle. She did everything we asked her to do . She was calm and...

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Deidre M.

I Am A Experienced Caregiver Of 25 Years With Varifyable Recommendations

Waukegan, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
home modification
+ 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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Enkhtuya J.

Senior Care

Deerfield, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Enkhtuya. I have two children and two wonderful grandchildren. I am experienced in cooking, light housekeeping, medication reminders, and checking blood pressure, also can do relaxing massages, Hoyer left, and change diapers. I also have 20 years of safe driving experience. I am currently looking for a live-in...
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Melissa R.

Caregiver

Mundelein, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
home modification
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Naturally I am loving caring and compassionate and all coupled my years of experience in serving and caring for various patients and needs including but not limited to cancer dementia Alzheimer's . Am extremely capable of caring with extensive experience in Elderly care given. Hard working honest excellent interpersonal skills...
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Melissa L.

Air Force Medic/EMT

Highwood, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have been in the Air Force for 25 years as a Medic/EMT and have worked in family health, intensive care unit, emergency room, and women's health. Senior caregiver
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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.80/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Live In Caregivers in Lake Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Laimute B.

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant...

- Irene K.

Rayan K.

Extremely professional and friendly. Always willing to go the extra mile.

- Care member

Carolina S.

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....

- Donna H.

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

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Lake Forest, IL is $19.80 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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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