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Michelle C.

River Grove, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Live-in home care
transportation
errands
dementia
meal prep
Hi! My name is Michelle and I am a college student in school for nursing! I am a certified CNA and caregiver, and I am experienced in babysitting as well. I enjoy working with people of all ages and am a very reliable worker. Communication is very important for me. I love helping others and hope to eventually be a Nurse...
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Alfredo R.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears. I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...

Care Member says "Alfredo proved to be a very professional and pleasant care for my mother, especially given that it was her last days with us. My family and I were very...

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Katerina V.

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Visiting physician
personal care
live-in home care
Hi, my name is Katerina, mom of 2 teens living in Lombard. I am highly organized, patient, trustworthy, motivated, multi-tasker with a pleasant, positive personality ready to help you with personal care, light cleaning, organization, running errands, shopping, taking you to appointments, companionship and ANYTHING else that...

Kj W. says "Katerina is always upbeat and has a positive attitude. She's hard working, punctual, and very reliable. She has a family of her own and brings those skills...

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Honey Jane P.

Warm, Loving And Caring - Provides Comfort And Safety To Clients Round The Clock.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
Driven and compassionate Caregiver with 10+ years proven track record in elderly and disabled caregiving in their private homes, nursing homes, Assisted Living. I am Hardworking and honest, known to provide companionship to the elderly while performing light housekeeping tasks and running errands.

David K. says "Jane came into our lives at a stressful and sad time, as we were preparing for the end of my elderly uncle's life. Jane showed true compassion, not only...

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Ana C.

Always Hopeful

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
Taking care of the elderly and providing them companionship, love and attention for the past 19 years has been a fulfilling advocacy for me, it does not only give me an opportunity to be able to care and provide love for a special member of your family but also it gives me a chance to be able to share my life with someone who...

Care Member says "Ana is a dependable, caring and capable caregiver who always goes the extra mile. She took great care of me after my spinal surgery, no falls under her...

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Gail C.

Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, I am Gail C. I have been a Caregiver for the past 10 years. I have taken care of at least 12 elderly persons during that period. I have cared for persons with dementia, alzheimers, parkinsons disease, muscular degeneration, diabetes, Als, m. s. cancer, heart conditions and stroke. Also for persons needing assistance after...
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Irwin P.

24/7 Live-in Caregiver Or Full Time Come & Go

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I starting working as a caregiver over 10 years ago, when my mother got ill. At that time I was a deer in headlights. Since then, I decided to pay it forward, and ease the pain other families were going through. I've become close with the families that trusted me to care for their parents. Being able to grant people their wishes...

Care Member says "Irwin has worked for our family for almost 7 years. He first started working for our father and transitioned into taking care of our mother when our...

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Justine A.

Male Caregiver 10 Year Experience

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Justin, and I have over a decade of experience in senior care, specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's disease. I am a Certified Nurse's Assistant (CNA) with 6 years of experience in nursing facilities and 7+ years as a dedicated home caregiver. I'm skilled in various forms of patient transfers, including...

Care Member says "Justin was a caregiver for my mother for over a year. He was extremely reliable, knowledgeable with all ADLs, and cared about my mothers welfare. I...

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Momka S.

Momka Is Available For Companionship, Housekeeping and Meal Preparation

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
As a caregiver I have extended experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia patients, patients with Diabetes, Heart problems, Arthritis and many more health conditions. I have a car and I am a skilled and safe driver with a clean driving record. I can provide help with ADL- personal hygiene, cooking, cleaning, shopping and more. I...

Julia B. says "Momka has helped my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's and we are very grateful for her care. Momka is knowledgeable, attentive, and RELIABLE."

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Loretta S.

Retired RN

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a retired registered nurse. I am seeking a companion/caregiver position to care for a senior person with love and meaningful relationship. I have been enjoying this work for the last 3-4 years. My clients have preferred me because I am easy to get along with and always have their needs and desires in mind first. I have made...

Care Member says "I would highly recommend Loretta. She was a great companion for my mom, who is in the moderate stage of Alzheimer's. Loretta came to our home on a...

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Darpel C.

Westchester, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I am Darpel 39 yrs of age, stands 5'11 and weighing 175 lbs. physically built ready for and or in case of patient balance, mobility & lifting assistance. I am a nursing graduate and has been doing caregiving for the past 7 years with different kinds of experience from both male to female patients with different cases. your...

Ann W. says "He was a wonderful addition to our family. He loved and cared for my father in his final months and I could not gave done it without him. But more...

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Alexander T.

Awesome Caregiver

Niles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
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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Annie V.

Certified Nursing Assistant. Home Care Aide. Available For Full-time Job. Come And Go

Des Plaines, IL

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
respite care
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a certified CNA who's been working in this field for more than 20 years. I enjoy being a caregiver because I love to take care of people, especially the elderly. I'm compassionate, empathetic, and determined. I have experience working with patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Stroke, Paralyzed, Diabetes, COPD,...

Nancy C. says "Annie was an overnight caregiver for my mother for the last five months of her life. She's dependable, skilled, compassionate and kind. If you get the...

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Charity W.

Skokie, IL

3.7(1)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Greetings, With 17 years of experience in adult and senior care including nursing homes, assisted living, and home care. I provide compassionate, reliable, and individualized support. I have cared for clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, and those needing hospice or palliative care. My skills include...

Adetola A. says "She's caring and accommodating."

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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
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
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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Urszula P.

Harwood Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I was born in Poland as the eldest of six siblings, which taught me empathy and the importance of caring for others. I completed my college education in Poland and then moved to Chicago to continue my studies. I worked with children and seniors, helping them have better lives. As a caregiver, I assisted with ADLs, including...

Care Member says "I feel it necessary to share my families ongoing positive experiences with Urszula."

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Laura M.

Caregiver

Cicero, IL

4.1(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Home modification
light cleaning
live-in home care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Laura, I am 48 years old with over 30 years experience in the healthcare field. For the first 20 years of my career I started working for Hospitals such as Rush & Adventist Hospital to then venturing on to using my skills for Senior Care and Companionship for the past 10 years. Throughout my years of experience...

Care Member says "We hired Laura M. to take care of my 96 year old mother overnight at the Rehab Center back in January 2023. We then moved my mother back home with the...

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Sylvia A.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
My name is Sylvia , I'm a 4th year medical student, I have been working as a Caregiver and CNA for over 6years now. I've grown to love taking care of the elderly like they are my own relatives. I have also taken care of children and mentally disabled people. I have experience with transportation, transfer, dementia, stroke and...

Lucy H. says "I worked together with her to take care of a very difficult client. But she was so patient and well knowledgeable about what to do to calm them down."

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Maria Elouisa L.

Experienced Compassionate CNA

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
A soft hearted caregiver for 24 years who served several clients with congestive heart failure , COPD, stroke , dementia , parkinson s disease, enlarged prostate and hospice patients. I drive with my own car, do grocery shopping, light housekeeping, cooking, feeding and laundry. Have excellent references if required. I have...

Care Member says "MarLou is an incredible caregiver. She is perpetually optimistic, skilled and is laser focused on her job and is not distracted by any dynamic...

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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
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
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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Live In Caregivers in River Grove, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Alfredo R.

Alfredo proved to be a very professional and pleasant care for my mother, especially given that it was her last days with us. My family and...

- Care member

Katerina V.

Katerina is always upbeat and has a positive attitude. She's hard working, punctual, and very reliable. She has a family of her own and...

- Kj W.

Honey Jane P.

Jane came into our lives at a stressful and sad time, as we were preparing for the end of my elderly uncle's life. Jane showed true...

- David K.

Helpful information on live-in caregivers in River Grove, IL

The average cost for a live-in caregiver in River Grove, IL as of May 2026 is $20.00 per hour, though many roles are structured as a weekly or monthly salary. In addition to wages, families typically provide room and board, including a private living space and meals. Total compensation can vary based on experience, level of care required, and schedule expectations.

A live-in caregiver in River Grove, IL provides continuous, in-home support for seniors or individuals who need assistance with daily living. Responsibilities often include helping with bathing, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, medication reminders, and companionship. Because they live in the home, they can offer consistent care and respond quickly to changing needs. You can learn more about what to expect when hiring live-in senior care.

A live-in caregiver can be a good option for families in River Grove, IL who need ongoing, full-time support for a loved one. This type of care is especially helpful for individuals with mobility challenges, chronic conditions, or those who prefer to age in place. It provides continuity, safety, and peace of mind compared to part-time or hourly care arrangements.

To find a trusted live-in caregiver in River Grove, IL, families often compare providers based on experience, reviews, and the types of care they offer. It’s important to interview candidates, check references, and discuss care needs in detail. Scheduling an initial trial period can also help ensure the caregiver is a good fit for your loved one and household.

When hiring a live-in caregiver in River Grove, IL, consider their experience with similar care needs, communication style, and reliability. It’s also important to clearly define responsibilities, schedule expectations, and household boundaries. Compatibility is key since the caregiver will be living in your home and interacting closely with your family.

Compensation for live-in caregivers in River Grove, IL typically includes wages along with housing and daily living benefits. This often covers a private room, meals, and utilities. Some families may also provide paid time off or additional benefits depending on the level of care and long-term expectations of the role. Comparing care options like live-in home care vs. 24/7 care can also help determine the right setup for your needs.

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