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Virginija S.

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....

Care Member says "Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management ,...

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Amelia M.

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant With References Looking For A New Family

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
dementia
Hello families! My name is Amelia and I am a married mom of two girls who currently attend college here in the Chicagoland area. We've lived here for over 20 years after moving from Italy back in 1999, where I learned how to speak the language and cook authentic Italian cuisine. Shortly after we moved to Illinois, I started...

Care Member says "My mom suffers from Alzheimer's, and both my brother and I were out of state and unable to provide the care she needed. We were so lucky to find Amelia!...

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Nicole D.

Childcare, Nanny, Postpartum & Labor Support Doula

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I enjoy working with infants and children because they are such wonderful teachers! They remind us of the beauty found in the small moments in every single day. I truly believe that this begins at birth. My journey began over 20 years ago, as I was enrolled in the early childhood program in my high school. From there, I became...

Anthony G. says "Nicole was excellent with our daughter!"

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Patty B.

Live In Companion/Homemaker Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 54 yrs , Born in Chicago. I am vaccinated If you have who still resides in their home but needs 24/7 assistance's with oversight with daily activities such as cooking, bathing, daily hygiene, give medications ... my assistance has been provide fro several senior citizens in the past I have many Talents of caring for ill and...

Patricia P. says "I have MS and need meal prep, help with mobility, etc. She keeps me healthy, assures that I exercise to maintain my muscle tone and most importantly...

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Michelle M.

Professional Caregiver/Companion/Assistant

Clarendon Hills, IL

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
home modification
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Michelle and I have over 10 years experience as a CNA/caregiver. I enjoy working with seniors and helping those in need. I'm available for short visits (minimum 2 hours max 4 hours). I offer the following services: Post-Op Transportation and Care Outpatient Procedure (Stay with & Transportation) Transportation...

Jenny D. says "Michelle was a joy to be around after my difficult recovery from surgery. She was neat and tidy, kind and professional, friendly and warm, and immediately...

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Sarah C.

Experienced Nanny Available During The Week And Weekends.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi my name Is Sarah. I'm CPR certified and have completed class courses over the years for early childhood education. I have such a passion for working with children and always will! Being able to grow and build a bond with the kiddos and as well as the parents for over the past 5 years. I like to keep them occupied at all times...

Shana R. says "Had Sarah as a full time nanny before she relocated cities. Just wonderful, took care of our infant daughter until 1 yo and did an amazing job. Really...

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Alma S.

Home Health Aide Available

Harwood Heights, IL

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
home modification
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Highly compassionate and experienced caregiver with 13+ years of experience providing personalized care to seniors and young adults with disabilities. Proven ability to build strong rapport with clients and families, providing physical and emotional support while maintaining their dignity and independence. Skilled in assisting...

Marcy B. says "I hired Alma for post-operative home care. She’s absolutely fantastic- helped me get around, sorted all my pills for the entire week, checked my vitals,...

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Diane N.

Berwyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
I love caring for people. I have a great personality and I'm very sociable. I have cared for many people and have developed wonderful relationships with them. I would love to have an opportunity to care and assist you.

Lisa G. says "Diane worked with my mom for around 3 months following her lung cancer surgery. Diane was really helpful with cooking, cleaning, & most of all providing...

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Rosaura C.

Full Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
ROSAURA Objective: Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015 Experience: A. B 02/21- Present Personal Support Worker Help around his apartment Errands, Walks M. H 09/2019-Present CNA Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands Custom Home...

Natalie S. says "Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing...

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Brenda S.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Hi my name is Brenda, I'm a Mexican and I have a bachelor degree in International Relations. I have been working as a teacher assistant from high school students to kindergartners, also I have experienced as a ballet teacher with toddlers. Now, I have been a babysitter for more that two years, ages between 4 months to 10 years...

Care Member says "Brenda is a very kind, responsible, caring, honest and fun person. She is also very active and creative. She’s a great caregiver! "

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Vanezsa H.

Open For Work Immediately, Senior caregiver

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I started as a caregiver way back 2013 I also got myself enrolled to school taking a nursing assistant and now I have a certification. 10yrs of being on this field gives me satisfactions knowing that I helped people who in needs. If you think I am the one you looking for I would love to be interview by phone or in person first...

Jennifer C. says "Vanesza was a great help caring for my father in law while my wife was away. She was dependable, caring, had high attention for hygiene and had great...

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Annie H.

Part-Time And Overnight Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi My Name is Annie and I seriously love hanging out with children. They are so full of amazing energy and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn a lot from them, like how to enjoy the simple things in life. I have been working with children for the past 7 years in the position of...

Jordan C. says "I hired Annie to babysit my 2 year old and she did an amazing job. After a great interview, she came to our house and babysat for 6 hours while I was busy...

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Guadalupe S.

Chicago, IL

4.7(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Lupe , I am a professional experienced Montessori educator Woman , I will be so happy to assist you in caring your children . I am a very reliable , patient respectful person who loves to care, interact , play learn with children and enjoys being part of their life. I have worked with children of different ages...

Care Member says "Our family wholeheartedly recommends Lupe! She is caring and warm, and her wealth of experience working with children (especially as first-time parents...

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Margaret T.

Home Health Aid CNA Available Full-Time

Westmont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm very caring, compassionate Certified (Nursing Assistant) with over 20yrs of experience in elderly/ Dementia Care assisting them in their homes and in Facilities. I strive to do my very best to go above & beyond in order to keep them safe, healthy and in well being . I believe in doing unto others as you would have them to do...

Erina M. says "Professional, reliable, showed up as promised, and even accommodated to location change which I found out the day before, as well as unexpected overtime on...

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Sevyn M.

Friendly And Easygoing Sitter!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as friendly, introverted, & personable. I like working with kids because they are truly a gift from God; they are our future. I'm looking for a job that has consistent work, and friendly clients. I babysat (2013-2020), was a camp counselor at an overnight camp (2017), a residence counselor at Johns...

Dimitrina P. says "Sevyn is great with both of my children, 9 yo daughter and 3 yo son. What I love about Sevyn is that she is my kids bestie but also knows how and when...

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Skylar C.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
Organization
changing bed linens
general room cleaning
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a big family person who understands how hectic life can get. I am willing to help families who need assistance during the week after school. I can perform any task asked of me and I can multitask as well:)
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Ashley P.

Chicago, IL

3.7(1)
from
$17/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Ashley. I am 23 years old and currently in my second year of teaching. I have had the pleasure of teaching both 3rd and 5th grade. I absolutely love working with kids and started at the early age of 10 years old. Since then, I have nannied and tutored for several years. I enjoy working with kiddos on their...

Gregory H. says "Ashley did an amazing job bonding with our seven-year-old son and for-year-old daughter. She definitely felt like part of the family and not just a...

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Anna P.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Craft assistance
I cared for children from infant to 17-year-olds, throughout the day and evenings. There are some nights when I would stay over night too. I would prepare meals, clean, make sure the kids are fed, bathed and put to bed. I assisted children with school homework and assigned homework. I love being being around kids and animals....

Alex H. says "did an awesome work to clean my apartment!"

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Katherine B.

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
As a babysitter, I have nine years of experience. I worked for six months as a full time nanny and started when the child was 4 months old. During college, I worked as a camp counselor, so I love crafts. I was a teacher's assistant in the Early Child Development Lab for two and a half years. At the daycare center, I worked with...

James G. says "Smart, attentive, caring, and a good sense of humor. Katie is excellent. "

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Viktoriya T.

Dancing Queen

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi, my name is Victoria, I am 35 years old. I am happily married and have a 4 years old daughter. I am seeking a part-time position of a babysitter on weekday mornings till 1. 30-2 p.m. depending on your location. I have to pick up my daughter from her preschool after 2 p.m. I am a stay at home mom and I understand how...

Adrien K. says "Viktoriya was excellent. Very warm and set our hearts at ease the minute she walked in the door. She was very friendly and entertaining. My 12 months old...

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  • 60 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.75/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 5.0

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Forest Park, IL

Personal Assistants in Forest Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants

Virginija S.

Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities,...

- Care member

Amelia M.

My mom suffers from Alzheimer's, and both my brother and I were out of state and unable to provide the care she needed. We were so lucky to...

- Care member

Nicole D.

Nicole was excellent with our daughter!

- Anthony G.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Forest Park

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Forest Park, IL on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $19.75 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 4 personal assistants in Forest Park, 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 Forest Park 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 Forest Park, 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 Forest Park. 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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