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Colleen W.

Experienced Personal Home Caregiver

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
personal care
home modification
+ 1 more
I have extensive experience in home health care having worked in the industry for 15 years. I have worked at an assisted living community as well as for home care agencies, and more recently in private home care. for the past 8 years now. I am very experienced and knowledgable working with people Alzheimers, denentia,...

Becky S. says "Colleen is compassionate, friendly and reliable in every way. She is highly experienced, has a wealth of knowledge and has worked as a CNA, in elder Care...

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DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a second grade teacher with many years of child care experience. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I am pet friendly, have a reliable vehicle, and I can help with homework., and animals. I do have a full time teaching job this school year and we are back in person so I am only available after school and on the...

Nikki S. says "She is doing her clinicals in my 5th grade classroom. She is very helpful with students,knowledgeable and organized."

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DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I am a second grade teacher with many years of child care experience. I have worked with infants through teenagers. I am pet friendly, have a reliable vehicle, and I can help with homework. On a lighter note, I love arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities, and animals. I do have a full time teaching job this school year...

Nikki S. says "Emily has been our nanny for the 2015/2016 school year. She is very good with my 2 boys who are 2 and 4. She is caring, organized and friendly."

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Full Time Personal Assistant

DeKalb, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
To whom it may concern.~ I have been a personal assistant for a CEO/owner of a company for several years and I moved with him as he sold and bought several companies. He s at a point in his life where my services are no longer needed due to the fact he is moving into a different stage in his life. I am looking for another...
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Assistant Available

DeKalb, IL

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$12/hr
6 years experience
Recent college graduate with a degree in English Studies. I currently hold a part time position, two days a week as a Grant Writer and I am looking to fill the other days with work. I am available as a personal assistant/ errand runner to make your life easier! Very outgoing and personable. Highly organized and willing to help...
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I Can Do Almost Anything And Love To Help People.

DeKalb, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
attic cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm an organized and love to help people. I have several years as a personal assistant. I can pack, move, organize, clean, cook, bake, take care of bills, and run errands.
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Part Time Or Full Time Care Giver

DeKalb, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
dementia
hospice services
I was a CNA in my 20's and plan to go get re-certified. I was a technical writer for a company for several years then changed position within that company to being the owners personal assistant. I did all house cleaning, odds jobs, cooking and baking, took care of paying bills and TX preparing, managed his other homes and took...
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Full/ Part-time Caregiver/Housekeeper Looking For Work

DeKalb, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced housekeeper as well as personal home caregiver with experience working as a housekeeper at an assisted living community, as well as working in private homes. I am reliable, hard working and very detail oriented.
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Part Time Caregiver

DeKalb, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
respite care
home modification
+ 1 more
I'm Elaine, I have a positive personality and have varied experience through the years with dementia/alzheimer, paraplegic/Parkinson's and other health issues. I help with the activities of feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming and excercise. Facilitated activities for physical and mental stimulation. Maintained a safe, secure...
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DeKalb, IL

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$24/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
I'm a well seasoned loving care giver. I have been taking care of children over 20 years and am willing to care for elderly as well. I love people and helping where it is needed. I am a medical assistant currently looking for a change and an opportunity to stay home more with my littles. I'd love to answer any questions that are...
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Older Sister Ready To Help

DeKalb, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
Hi I'd be more than happy to help , I'm fully vaccinated I'd describe my personality as funny, loving, responsible I like working with kids because I love spending time with them , they make my days happier I love every single thing that they come up with I'm looking for a job that I could be helpful to make your life...
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DeKalb, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
As a childcare provider with more than a decade of experience caring for children of all ages, I am passionate about helping children learn, grow, thrive and play. Currently I am available for part-time, summer childcare; I am available for up to 30 hrs/wk during summer 2025. I am also available for occasional care. I am...
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Responsible, Caring, And Patient. I Create A Safe, Fun Environment For Children To Learn And Grow.

DeKalb, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
I'm a responsible, kind, and patient person who enjoys caring for children. With experience as an au pair, I always strive to create a safe, fun, and loving environment. I'm organized and happy to assist with routines, homework, or light housework. Families can trust me to treat their children with the same care and respect I'd...
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Serving As A Caregiver Is Medicine For The Heart.

Sycamore, IL

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I have 25 years experience working as a CNA/Medical Assistant. I have worked in many healthcare settings; nursing home, in home, rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury unit and hospital. I am trained in several areas and can be trained to each person's specific needs. I have experience working with patients that require different...

Care Member says "I can’t thank Christine enough for the incredible care she provided to my husband after his surgery. As an elderly man with complicated needs, it was a...

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Part-Time Household And Personal Assistant

Sycamore, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I am a well rounded and proficient in maintaining daily errands, scheduling and and household duties. I have a passion for tidying & I can do anything from cleaning, organizing, and cooking. I have the ability to manage multiple tasks with ease. I have a friendly, efficient and positive attitude. I am an adjunct instructor at...
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Part-Time Experienced Household And Personal Assistant

Maple Park, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I have been a household assistant for a little over a year now. Running errands such as shopping, delivering and receiving packages and letters, household chores, and even taking care of pets and plants for my vacation loving friends. Not only can I perform these tasks but I will do them most efficiently. I look forward to...
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Senior Care

Maple Park, IL

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
errands
I work in the skilled nursing wing, which includes residents whom need more extensive care and assistance with ADL's My responsibilities consisted of: Turning and repositioning residents Providing assistance in personal hygiene and grooming, like bushing hair and teeth, shaving. Performing showers, bed baths, etc. Feeding...
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Sycamore, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
My name is Molly, I am 29 years old and currently back in college to pursue a career in teaching in a few years. Nurturing young minds and fostering their development is a true passion of mine. My seven years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, have solidified my desire to positively impact...
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Here To Help When Needed!

Sycamore, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Flore, and I have a deep passion for providing high-quality care and companionship to seniors. With 2 years of experience in senior care, I am skilled in assisting with daily activities such as meal preparation, medication reminders, mobility support, personal hygiene, and light housekeeping. More importantly,...
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  • 28 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.92/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 5.0

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in DeKalb, IL

Personal Assistants in DeKalb, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 28 listed personal assistants

Colleen W.

Colleen is compassionate, friendly and reliable in every way. She is highly experienced, has a wealth of knowledge and has worked as a CNA,...

- Becky S.

Emily M.

She is doing her clinicals in my 5th grade classroom. She is very helpful with students,knowledgeable and organized.

- Nikki S.

Emily M.

Emily has been our nanny for the 2015/2016 school year. She is very good with my 2 boys who are 2 and 4. She is caring, organized and...

- Nikki S.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in DeKalb

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in DeKalb, IL on Care.com as of January, 2026 is $16.92 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 13 personal assistants in DeKalb, IL. To start the search process, you will first need to create an account by answering a few simple questions to find the personal assistant services that match your needs. You will then have the option to either post a job and receive applications from candidates, or search for personal assistants directly on the platform. You can filter results by distance from DeKalb or hourly rate, and then compare the assistants' skills and services they offer. After selecting a few candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references and hire the personal assistant that best fits your needs.

Most personal assistants in DeKalb, IL can help families with a combination of general errands, shopping, organizing events and managing a parent's schedule. Personal assistants typically do not provide child care services, but they can help by driving kids to and from school or other activities around DeKalb. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.

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