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Rolly B.

Full-Time Caregiver

Northbrook, IL

4.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
personal 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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Margaret D.

Great Company As Well As Cooking And Cleaning

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
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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Thelma S.

Dependable

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Thelma, an accomplished home healthcare aide with over (10)years of experience. I have experience taking care of patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice and others. I am dedicated and compassionate and go above and beyond to make my clients feel comfortable and loved. I am punctual and trustworthy. I do meal...

Mike W. says "Thelma is a dedicated worker really good with our family member. Very punctual and dependable. Our family is very grateful to her."

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David P.

Flexible, Experienced

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
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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Viola R.

My Bio

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Viola. I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a genuine passion for enhancing the quality of life for people in need. With 5 years of experience, I excel in providing empathetic support and personalized care. I am well equipped to handle various caregiving responsibilities. Since I have been living in...

Mat D. says "Extremely happy with everything she did for us. She genuinely cared about my mom. I would definitely hired her again, and recommend to anyone."

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Jolanta P.

Senior Caregiver 20 Years Exp.

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a strong polish/american senior woman who has cared for seniors for over 20 years, seeking position for 24 hour overnight care 3-5/ 24 hour shifts per week. Also available now for in home day care 5 hour minimum. My previous client of 2 years has transitioned with hospice. Interviewing for new position. I am confident in my...

Lisa C. says "I would highly recommend Yolanta. She took very good care of my Dad. He suffered from Dementia & blood cancer. In the beginning my Dad didn't need much...

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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
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
dementia
+ 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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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 4 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
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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Donyel H.

Homecare And Childcare Expert With Over 20 Years Of Family Services

Round Lake, IL

3.3(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I am an educated Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois, with domestic & international travel flexibility to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Homecare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded skill...

Care Member says "Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her. "

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Sandy W.

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
I have several years experience helping the elderly in terms of companionship, transportation, shopping, doctor appointments, and meal preparation. My experience includes considerable experience with dementia patients. I enjoy working with elderly people and helping them make their daily lives easier and happier.

Marie R. says "Top notch! Wonderful help to my senior mom with dementia. Always patient with her and always gets her to her appointments on time! Sandy is truly...

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Gema T.

Home Health Aid with 11 Years Experience in Senior Care Looking for Part Time

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Live-in home care
meal prep
respite care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a CNA. I have 11 years of experience. I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and private duty. I have experience caring for people with, dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and with many other problems.

Janet G. says "Gema took care of my 93 yr-old mom (and dad too) for the last four years. She is caring, skilled, dependable, bright, intuitive, and technically adept at...

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Lynda B.

Senior Care

Glenview, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
home modification
light cleaning
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
With over 20 years of experience as a Home Healthcare Provider and Client Manager, I specialize in compassionate, high-quality care for individuals with Dementia/Alzheimer's, MS, ALS, and Parkinson's. I create personalized care plans that prioritize dignity, comfort, and safety while providing expert support for...
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Chrystal M.

Private Caregiver

Grayslake, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of experience in private care I have experience with MS and dementia care and stroke patients. I have a CNA license also I get training on senior care every year with certificates. I also first aid CPR certified I reliable and love to work with you. Please contact me.
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Albina B.

Island Lake, IL

from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
respite care
dementia
errands
+ 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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James A.

Arlington Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as creative, empathetic, ambitious, caring I like caring for seniors because I'm looking for a job that I can understand the specific care needs of a client, assist clients with there daily needs, provided medication if needed or specialized care for conditions like dementia I started caring for...
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Tamiya C.

Kenosha, WI

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
transportation
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
in addition to my experience with children, I've also worked in caregiving for a couple of years, including both memory care and assisted living. During that time, I helped residents with daily tasks, provided companionship, and supported individuals with dementia and other memory-related conditions. These roles taught me how to...
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Sinikiwe S.

Prospect Heights, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
mobility assistance
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
My passion lies in helping adults and seniors maintain their well-being and independence. As a Certified Home Health Aide with two years of experience, I provide respite care, live-in care, and personal care, including light housekeeping, meal preparation, dementia care, and mobility assistance. I adapt to changing routines and...
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Nami A.

Glenview, IL

from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
transportation
Hi, this is Nami. I'm a Filipino and a compassionate caregiver with 5 years of experience working in assisted living facilities, retirement homes, and private residences. I'm passionate about elder care and skilled in managing schedules while helping clients stay as active and engaged as possible.
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Blanca A.

Experienced Caregiver

Kenosha, WI

from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I've been a caregiver for years. I work with seniors with dementia, Alzheimer's, multiple Sclerosis and other disabilities. I work with hoyers stand up lift slide board. I love to take care of others. I am a kind, honest, respectful, trustworthy, and hardworking person.
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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

Rolly B.

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...

- Angela A.

Margaret D.

Margaret has been helping us take care of our elderly mother. She has been reliable, cheerful, and exceptionally kind and compassionate. We...

- Yun L.

Titilope I.

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...

- 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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