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Ellie D.

River Forest, IL

from
$15/hr
Live-in home care
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I am an aspiring nurse, eager to learn skills and gain experience to help me reach my goals. I am extremely hardworking and highly motivated to perform my best. By utilizing leadership and collaborative skills, I am able to work effectively in independent and team settings. My passion for healthcare and my hardworking traits...
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Iryna L.

I Like To Work With Elderly People.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
I can help with bathing, grooming , assistance with walking, transferring, assistance with dressing, laundry, meal preparation, medication reminders, escort to appointment, grossery shopping, some light housekeeping and etc...

Ivan T. says "Iryna is an exceptional caregiver! She went above and beyond to provide top-notch care for my grandmother. She is not only honest and hardworking, but also...

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Andrea S.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I am happy to help out your loved one, I work with people with disabilities and some of them are elderly. I am a certified DSP, and am able to help with meal preparation, bathing, transportation, and care. Thank you for the consideration!

Hilde S. says "Such a wonderful help to my parents. They felt safe and well cared for. Super nice. Would highly recommend"

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Patricia B.

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
Personal care
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
I obtained my first CNA License in Chicago in the year 2016. It expired due to the fact I was going school full time & I didn't have the chance to work as a CNA. I have an associates degree in general studies with a pre-nursing background. I moved to Georgia from Chicago & obtained my CNA license in Georgia. I worked at a...

Care Member says "Patricia has been my caregiver since February 2020. Being disabled, I've had many caregivers in my life, and Pati is one of the best! She's a very...

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Brigita V.

Senior Caregiver

Brookfield, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
mobility assistance
companionship
+ 1 more
I have an extensive (more than 10 years of experience) working as a caregiver in Chicagoland area. I have worked with elderly population with various health conditions such as CHF, COPD, Parkinson's disease, MS, Parkinson's disease, Stroke survivors and many others. I also hold a masters degree of Physical Therapy from...
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Odonchimeg G.

Home Health Aide Available Full Time.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Home modification
dementia
errands
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, Dear! I finished Nursing School of Medical Science University, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. I was worked Hospital , like as Registered Nurse. My Nursing Diploma doesn't allowed to work RN in USA, so I have been working as like CNA, caregiver for 19 years in Chicago area. I'm professional, compassionate and trustworthy. I have a...

Care Member says "We highly recommend Olga! She has helped so much caring for my 81 year old handicapped father. She takes such good care of him and I am so relieved to...

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Zhaklin D.

Experienced Senior Caregiver

Schiller Park, IL

4.0(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
I'm looking for a full-time position as a senior caregiver. I have previously worked with elderly people with disabilities such as; Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson and Diabetes for over 10 years. I'm very patient and I'm looking forward to working with you! Please feel free to contact me.
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Alexander T.

Awesome Caregiver

Niles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Home modification
dementia
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
I have experience with Alzheimer, dementia, hospice, stroke patients, transfers, bathing, lifting.. Etc

Care Member says "Alex was a great caregiver for our mother. His time with us was brief but we really enjoyed having him while we did. He ended up getting a job that had...

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Jennifer M.

Experienced

Summit Argo, IL

5.0(1)
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$34/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a mother of four adult children, and proud grandmother of 5. I have a wide array of experience working with children and adults of all ages. I have had animals of all kinds throughout the years, but I am particularly fond of dogs and personally owned a Yorkshire-Terrier, a Chow-Chow (he made it almost 19 years!), 2...

Janay C. says "Jennifer is a great person for all of your needs. She has been very beneficial to me and my family. Would hire again if needed."

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Ludi T.

Chicago, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
home modification
hospice services
personal care
dementia
I'm Ludi T 53 yrs old. I am responsible, compassionate & honest person. I have 22yrs experience as a caregiver mostly Dementia/Alzheimer's patients, strokes, Parkinson, tube feeding, oxygen, catheter, suctioning, cancer patients, hoyer lift from bed to chair & chair to bed, hospice. My duties; meals prep, med prep, med...

Terri K. says "Ludi was a great caregiver for a few weeks - she is safe, honest, clean and very organized. Unfortunately she wasn't very dependable for the type of care...

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Sheila C.

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
I am CNA and Patient Care Tech, and well-experienced Personal Caregiver I have facilities such as Hospital, Rehab, Assisted Living, and Nursing Homework experience. Please contact me. I'm available to start working anytime. Thank you...

Garry C. says "Sheila is a very dedicated woman when it comes to her work,she treats her client as her family,very dependable,well experienced and knowledgeable in every...

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Felmielyn Niña K.

Westchester, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
Compassionate caregiver, who has experience working on assisted living for 1 year. Taking care of the senior is my line of job it's just like taking care of my grandmother or grandfather. Patience, love, and understanding for them

Care Member says "Nina is a very kind, compassionate Caregiver. She is smart, neat, and organized: and has taken good care of me. I highly recommend hiring Nina. "

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Ruthy S.

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-time Work And I Will Prefer Night Shift.

Des Plaines, IL

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
Hi my name is Ruthy I am a certified nurses assistant and a Phlebotomist, I have 18years experienced working for elderly people and I love doing my job. I have 8 years experienced working in a nursing home and I experienced a lot of cases because I was assigned in the long term facility, people that has Dementia, Alzheimer,...

Ann L. says "While only with us for a short time, due to a change in our needs, Ruthy exceeded our expectations! She is an expert and professional caregiver with positive...

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Natacha P.

Chicago, IL

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head during emergencies. Able to provide a number of services to patients to make them feel comfortable and safe at all times. Possess certification in first aid techniques as well as CPR. Excel at exemplifying proper bedside manner. Specialization in looking after elderly...

Care Member says "Natacha has been taking care of my aging nonagenarian relative, who has an array of behavioral issues, for past 18 months. She is among the very few...

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Gugulethu M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Gigi. I have a passion for working with people and for that reason I started working with children and senior citizens. I have a Certification in Early Childhood Development , TEFL( Teaching English as a Foreign Language). I am Certified Nurse Assistant and a Patient Care Assistant as well as CPR Certified. I have worked...
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Jessica S.

Passionate Full-time Caregiver Available Open Available For Personal Care,companionship,housekeepin

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
My past experience includes but not limited to, caring for seniors that have Alzheimer's, loss of mobility and one's that need companions. I love what I do because I love people, I love being around people and I always learn life lessons from my elders no matter what condition they're in. I'm gentle and compassionate about what...

Inis C. says "Jessica has been a wonderful addition to David's life! She makes sure his home is clean and well organized, she has truly been an improvement to his home...

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Jessika F.

CNA And Caregiver

Schiller Park, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a certified nursing assistant and I have worked part-time and full time as a Nursing assistant and caregiver with private clients. Over the past three years I have gained a lot of experience on personal care and daily activities for senior care. I enjoy having a good relationship with my patients and making sure they are...
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Vida V.

Helping Your Loved Ones To Feel Their Best

Brookfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello there, My name is Vida. I have over 20 years of experience in senior care, providing help in a broad spectrum of help needed, from simple companionship, caring for elders with physical and mental disorders and diseases, to hospice patients, making them comfortable in their last stages of their lives. Duties involved...

Charles W. says "I have known Vida for around two years ans Vida worked as a live-in caregiver for my elderly mother until a family member was free to continue as...

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Rosario V.

An Individual Person Whose Compassionate , Reliable , Caring .

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I have had 17 years experience in providing basic care to individuals. I am confident in my ability to provide the utmost level care to my patients. My work experience is always focused on direct patient care service which was both rewarding and valuable. My skills is capable of companion and respite care, g-tube , feeding,...

Care Member says "She is always had a pleasant disposition and a smile , even at 2 o' clock in the morning. If i should need the services of a caregiver again , I would...

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Marissa M.

Helping Hands Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a CNA with 22 years Please read my reviews from my clients and their families. please note I am allergic to cats but I'm comfortable with dogs. My experience of people, I care for people with dementia and Alzheimer's. I enjoy keeping my clients active . Walks , play games that they may enjoy , bake and most of all is...

Care Member says "Marissa has been caring for my father (who has Alzheimer’s) for two years. She is kind, patient and reliable, and her presence is truly comforting. My...

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Iryna L.

Iryna is an exceptional caregiver! She went above and beyond to provide top-notch care for my grandmother. She is not only honest and...

- Ivan T.

Andrea S.

Such a wonderful help to my parents. They felt safe and well cared for. Super nice. Would highly recommend

- Hilde S.

Patricia B.

Patricia has been my caregiver since February 2020. Being disabled, I've had many caregivers in my life, and Pati is one of the best! She's...

- Care member

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

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in River Forest, IL is $15.00 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 River 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 River 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 River 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 River 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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