Care.com logo
Log inJoin now

Find Trusted Personal Assistants Near Me in Highwood, IL

We have 60 personal assistants in Highwood, IL! Compare and hire the best personal assistant to fit your needs.

Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Available Now in Highwood!

Lupe R.'s Photo

Lupe R.

Senior Care /Household Manager

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Many years of experience in senior care and Household Management; Compassionate, Patient, Trustworthy, Energetic, and Responsible. Upheld the high standards of the family's expectations. Flexibility with work schedule when needed. Able to Provide the following assistance: Grocery/Supply Shop; Meal Prep; Light Housekeeping; Run...

Care Member says "My grandmother had been living independently at home when she had a fall-scare over 5 years ago. A family member hired Lupe to provide senior care to...

See profile
Lauren G.'s Photo

Professional Art, Math, Social Studies, and Language Arts Educator.

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
For the past 7 years I have been working with families in the North Shore as a Nanny/House Manager/Family Assistant and Professional Tutor. My experience includes 20 years as a classroom teacher where I taught math, art, English, language arts and a drama/music class to 7th grade students. Over the course of my life I have...

Andrea F. says "Lauren is extremely trustworthy and hugehearted. Her every decision is based upon what is in your Family's best interests. She has an incredibly strong...

See profile
Bridgette L.'s Photo

Family Generalist/Family Assistant

Highwood, IL

from
$30/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Versatile and detail-oriented Family Generalist/Family Assistant with extensive experience in childcare, household management, and personal assistance. Adept at organizing schedules, managing household tasks, and providing nurturing care for children. Skilled in creating efficient systems that keep homes running smoothly, while...
See profile
Lilian C.'s Photo

Senior Care Is A Calling And Needs Passionate People

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have experience with dementia patients, cancer, hospice, Hoyer lifting and transferring, tube feeding, companionship, meal preps, bathing and all daily needs. I've been in the industry since 2016. My mission is to enhance the lives of aging adults and their families by providing : 1. PERSONAL CARE which involves direct...

Care Member says "I had Lily to care for my mother. She was compassionate and took care of her so well until she passed. She also took care of my mother in law until...

See profile
Esther S.'s Photo

Wilmette, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
27 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Esther. I 've been working as a Career Nanny for over 27 yrs . Im looking for a Full time Mon-Fri 45-50 hrs per week. For the past 10 years I been working with newborns up to 5yo and I would love to continue with that but not a deal breaker. I have always enjoyed working with children from doing age appropriate...

Care Member says "Esther is always on time, very reliable and knowledgeable. She’s a professional nanny, and is not doing this as a side job. If you want a real nanny,...

See profile
Heather S.'s Photo

Part-Time Caregiver Available.

Glenview, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is Heather and I am a 51-year-old mom of 3 kids ages 28, 25 & 22 I have a BA in Elementary Education and a Master's degree in reading. I taught Pre-school and Kindergarten years ago but then stopped to raise my family. I currently (and for the past 11 years) have been a teaching assistant at a local elementary school in...

Megan D. says "Heather is truly fantastic and we were sad when our schedule changed and we couldn't keep her. Our boys loved being with Heather and look forward to more...

See profile
Elizabeth D.'s Photo

CNA Experienced in Childcare, Great with Newborns

Winnetka, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant in Northfield seeking a position caring for children. I have provided childcare for all ages with an emphasis on infants. I love working with young children and keeping them safe and entertained. I am a mature, responsible, and loving person with over 10 years of experience caring for young...

Bazigha K. says "Elizabeth was a wonderful nanny. Our first experience with a nanny and I was initially very nervous to leave my child with someone else. But Elizabeth...

See profile
Agnes P.'s Photo

Caregiver

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
personal care
meal prep
dementia
I have over 10 years of experience as a caregiver. I worked one on one for last 7 years, my last client I worked with for 2 years the one before I've been with for 5 years they both had dementia. Before that I worked as a CNA at assisted living facilities, I recently completed a medical assistant certification. I'm a very...

Mitchell K. says "Agnieszka is simply the best. She cared for my grandmother during her last few years. My grandmother suffered from dementia and Alzheimer's. Agnes...

See profile
Dorota B.'s Photo

Caregiver/ Companion/ Personal Assistant

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
References upon request. Tons of experience... 3 years of hospital care.
See profile
Lexi S.'s Photo

Housekeeper/Home Assistant

Wheeling, IL

from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
General room cleaning
changing bed linens
organization
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
I've been a nanny for eight years now, with many of my duties overlapping into several other positions, including housekeeper, household manager, and personal assistant. I provide cleaning and organizational services as well as grocery shopping and reasonable errands which are up for negotiation. Detailed services that I...
See profile
Beth R.'s Photo

Lake Forest, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have over 25 years of experience on the North Shore. I am currently a personal assistant in Lake Forest and am looking for additional work. I can help with most anything.
See profile
Larysa H.'s Photo

Available For Companionship,

Buffalo Grove, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a friendly and honest person, who is looking for a part time job. My skills can be described as good communication, empathy, flexibility, observation. I have 16 years of experience in senior care, where 8 years in Reliable Home Care. I annually passed following training: Influenza training, Dementia training, Anti-Harassment...
See profile
Cary W.'s Photo

Vernon Hills, IL

from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Dog training
pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
Hello! My name is Cary & I am HUGE animal lover (I have 2 dogs & 2 cats). Also have a lot of experience caring for & riding horses. - Unwavering amount of patience & kindness - B. A. George Washington University in Philosophy & English (double major) & Linguistics (minor). Masters in Clinical Psychology & 5+ years of experience...
See profile
Elissa H.'s Photo

Northbrook, IL

from
$25/hr
Organization
changing bed linens
carpet cleaning
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name's Elissa and I love organizing, tidying up, decluttering, running errands, and anything else you might need to keep your household running smoothly! After years of being an Executive Assistant in the corporate world, I'm looking to make the switch to Personal Assistant/House Manager. I also have plenty of experience...
See profile
Anna K.'s Photo

Glenview, IL

from
$44/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Kitchen cleaning
carpet cleaning
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
I have been working as a housekeeper for almost 20 years. I've had many clients over the years that are very proud to have me work for them and serve as great references. I am proud to say that I not only do housekeeping chores but also run errands and serve you as a personal assistant. If you need anything, groceries, laundry,...
See profile
Vanessa C.'s Photo

Student Available To Assist With Various Errands

Glenview, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am currently a student, work part-time as a personal assistant, and volunteer with an organization that assists in resettling refugees in the Chicago land area. I enjoy keeping busy and helping people out in any way that I can. I have a fairly flexible schedule, and this gives me the opportunity to help you tackle your...
See profile
Melissa D.'s Photo

Senior Care Provider

Highland Park, IL

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
dementia
As a certified nursing assistant, I have extensive experience providing compassionate and professional care to seniors. My responsibilities included assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and ensuring personal hygiene. I was also responsible for monitoring vital signs, administering...
See profile
Danuta G.'s Photo

Professional And Responsible.

Glencoe, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
dementia
My name is Danuta, I am CNA-certified by Illinois Department of Public Health, Chicago, part of healthcare team serving many functions at the nursing facility for many years provides care to patients with profound mental and physical disabilities. Demonstrates great organization skills, understood importance of non-verbal...
See profile
Kangwa Sheila N.'s Photo

Kangwa Bio

Prospect Heights, IL

from
$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and have experience working with patients with different conditions, Alzheimer's and dementia, Parkinson's, stroke and hospice patients I'd describe my personality as kind, patient and compassionate I like caring for seniors because it gives me joy to see that am making a significant...
See profile
Alexandra B.'s Photo

Compassionate Nanny

Wheeling, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
personal care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a caring, dependable, and trustworthy individual with a background in nannying and years of experience managing a household as a stay-at-home wife. I recently moved here from Tennessee and am excited to offer compassionate senior care in my new community. I'm patient, attentive, and deeply respectful of each person's...
See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

  • 60 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated personal assistants is 5.0

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Highwood, IL

Personal Assistants in Highwood, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants

Lupe R.

My grandmother had been living independently at home when she had a fall-scare over 5 years ago. A family member hired Lupe to provide...

- Care member

Lauren G.

Lauren is extremely trustworthy and hugehearted. Her every decision is based upon what is in your Family's best interests. She has an...

- Andrea F.

Lilian C.

I had Lily to care for my mother. She was compassionate and took care of her so well until she passed. She also took care of my mother in...

- Care member

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Highwood

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Highwood, IL on Care.com as of January, 2026 is $30.00 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 3 personal assistants in Highwood, 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 Highwood 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 Highwood, 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 Highwood. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.

Personal Assistant Articles

Additional Personal Assistant Services

About Care.com
  • About us
  • Careers
  • Terms of use
  • Privacy policy
Care.com does not employ any caregiver and is not responsible for the conduct of any user of our site. All information in member profiles, job posts, applications, and messages is created by users of our site and not generated or verified by Care.com. You need to do your own diligence to ensure the job or caregiver you choose is appropriate for your needs and complies with applicable laws.
Care.com® HomePay℠ is a service provided by Breedlove and Associates, LLC, a Care.com company.
Care.com is a registered service mark of Care.com, Inc. 2007-2026 Care.com, Inc. All rights reserved.