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Sonia A.

Waukegan, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
respite care
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
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Rosa P.

Experienced Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

from
$17/hr
Light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
I am an experienced caregiver of a few elderly people in the past. All my experiences have been successful and full of companionship. I enjoy giving care and seeing the smiling faces of those I help.
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Ifeoma M.

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Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
hospice services
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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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
Hospice services
live-in home care
respite care
personal care
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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Carolina S.

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
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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Barbara U.

Experience Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
mobility assistance
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi! Thank You very much for You interest my offer. I think we will work well. I will give all my strength and heart. I have many years of work experience. 15 years of work, most of it at nursing home. I have many positive opinions. Best regards, Barbara
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Maria M.

Loving And Caring For Others.

Waukegan, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
mobility assistance
meal prep
home modification
+ 1 more
Company, Hoyer lifting, assist with transfers, meal prep, feeding resident, showering, washing their clothes, errands, drive them to doctors appointments, live in, exercise pt. etc. light housekeeping. I'd describe my personality as loving, patient, care. I like caring for seniors because I would like to care for them just as...
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Victoria J.

Waukegan, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
Working with a professional company doing senior care and housekeeping tasks. I been working as a professional for 10 years now and is well versed in caring for seniors with a gentle touch.
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Irene Z.

Senior Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
I have 2 years as a caregiver I assist seniors with lighthouse cleaning, meal preparing, bath and companionship.
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Ryssa D.

Waukegan, IL

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Ryssa. I currently work at Advocate Condell Medical Center as a Patient Care Technician in the float pool, where I provide hands on care and support to patients with a wide range of needs. Working in the float pool has made me skilled at adapting to different units and situations, giving me strong experience...
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Jacqueline A.

Dementia & Alzheimer's Care Specialist

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
respite care
personal care
home modification
+ 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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Angel C.

Waukegan, IL

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I'm a caring and reliable caregiver with 5+ years of experience. I love what I do being there for people, making them feel safe, and bringing comfort to their day. I take pride in building trust with my patients, making them laugh, and doing what I can to brighten their day. I'm currently in school to become a nurse so I can...
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Robin B.

Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 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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Kassandra R.

Waukegan, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
+ 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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Rebecca L.

Full-time Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

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$15/hr
Personal care
live-in home care
I am a very positive person with an outgoing personality. Even thought I have no past job experience other than my clinical from getting certified. I believe seniors deserve respect and care like anyone else.
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Tisha G.

Waukegan, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
I love care giving, I love completing tasks and making sure my client is well taken care of and is comfortable. I am a good communicator, hard worker and I also prioritize cleanliness. I'd describe my personality as friendly, humble, hardworking and very organized. I like caring for seniors and adults who have special needs...
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Elbia D.

Waukegan, IL

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
live-in home care
respite care
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Elbia I work as a nanny but I always had a passion for elderly so I did a lot of elderly part time unfortunately it comes to an end my recent job was at the matter in Evanston Illinois think care of a couple and I worked in the clinical area learning I also lived in the apartment with them cooking light...
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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
Home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
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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John Fletcher C.

Lake Forest, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
With decades of experience being a CNA. I'm well equipped to provide services such as personal care, mobility assistance, respite and hospice care. I'm also skilled in adapting to changing routines & incorporating memory care activities. I'm a hardworking, I prioritize earning trust when building connection with care recipients...
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Maribel F.

Gurnee, IL

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
+ 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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  • 60 live in caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.59/hr as of November 2025

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

Recent live in caregiver reviews from local parents in Waukegan, IL

Live In Caregivers in Waukegan, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed live in caregivers

Ifeoma M.

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

- 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.

Jacqueline A.

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

- Care member

FAQs for finding live-in caregivers near you in Waukegan, IL

The average rate for hiring a live-in caregiver near you in Waukegan, IL is $20.59 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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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