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Agnes P.

Caregiver

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
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...

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Elzbieta K.

senior care

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
You and your loved ones deserve the best care, and I am here to provide it. I offer compassionate support for individuals and families in need. I have experience with taking care of individuals with dementia, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's disease. I also have worked with bedridden . I can help with multiple other tasks such...

Care Member says "Elzbieta is a wonderful and attentive caregiver. Her encouragement and care has been remarkable for my parents and sister. "

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Roumiana P.

Caregiver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I am an experienced caregiver, who has worked with people with diabetes, cancer, dementia, and hospice care. I have a CNA certificate. I am available to work full-time or part-time, overnight and days. I am a flexible, patient, and caring person. I love helping people in any way that I can. I offer personal care, companionship,...

Jackie S. says "Roumi helped my mother care for my father for approximately four months. He required a lot of assistance with feeding, changing, medications, and...

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Lilian C.

Senior Care Is A Calling And Needs Passionate People

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 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...

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Malgorzata S.

Stoma Care Person Coming To Your House.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I am happy, cheerful, hard working person with good sense of humor. RN from Europe, working here as nursing assistant for 20 years. I have my own transportation, don't smoke, drink, drugs. I am mother of 2 children , love my family and still love my job. Also I have experience with taking care of stoma. Whole stoma change 2...

Anna P. says "Malgorzata has been working at the hospital for many years. She takes care of patients with dedication. She is very liked by all the patients for her good...

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Nancy L.

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hi I have over 30 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, at this present I work as a personal caregiver. I provide essential services such as groceries, prescription pick up, meal preparation, rides to and from Dr. appointments and light housekeeping. I'm very friendly with great people skills.

Care Member says "Thank you so much for taking care of my loved one. I love like family and you just have the kindness heart and you actually care. I appreciate you."

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Priscilla D.

Compassionate Caregiver

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...

Darleena W. says "Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "

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Jacqueline A.

Dementia & Alzheimer's Care Specialist

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
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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Helen H.

Care Giver

Woodstock, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Helen and I am available for part-time care giving for you or your loved one. I love working with seniors and I have 20 plus years of experience in caring giving. I am well educated in the health care field. Including a Certified Direct Service Person, Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified...

Edye L. says "We consider Helen our angel. For two years she created a loving environment for my mom as the dementia progressed. She skillfully handled my moms increasing...

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Alahnie B.

Elgin, IL

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a caregiver, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and development and making a positive impact on their lives. With six years of experience and a background in nursing, I have the expertise and skills to help child engage in arts and craft, homework/reading and whatever activities you desire right for your...
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Lauren S.

Woodstock, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
With over 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I pride myself on helping people remain as independent as possible in the comfort of their own homes. I have a passion for assisting those living with dementia which led me to becoming a Certified Dementia Practitioner. From light housekeeping and meal...

Michael F. says "Lauren is an excellent caregiver and a wonderful person. She cheerfully completes any task you ask her to do. She is engaging and formed a wonderful...

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Larissa D.

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Arlington Heights, IL

4.8(1)
from
$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...

Ed A. says "Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!"

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Harriet K.

Senior Care

Streamwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Harriet , I'm a 47yr old married woman, a mother of three, and grandmother of two! I have over 12years of experience working with the elderly and other individuals with different life challenges such; Alzheimer's, sundowns, developmentally challenged, Parkinson's and those that need assisted living services. As...

Tiffany H. says "Harriet is compassionate, patient, competent, and loves what she does and it shows. I fully trust her with my loved one and know they are given top...

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Krystyna M.

With 15 Years Of Caregiving Experience, I Am Dedicated To Providing The Best Care

Carpentersville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
With 15 years of caregiving experience, I am dedicated to providing the best care for you or your loved ones. I am patient, compassionate, and always maintain a positive attitude. I can assist with daily activities, including cooking basic meals, cleaning, bathing, and dressing. I also help with walking, accompany clients to...

Al W. says "Krystyna cared for my wife for over four and half years until her passing in early 2024. During that time Krystyna was responsible for daily personal care,...

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Patricia L.

Personal Assistant

Carpentersville, IL

from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I have worked as a personal assistant for many of years. I help with a companion ship, housekeeping, meal prep and anything else that you might need in the home.
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Tatjana S.

Personal Assistant/Household Manager

Streamwood, IL

from
$25/hr
7 years experience
Hello families. I'm a career nanny/house manager who's currently looking to find a position as a household manager or personal assistant. My current position is household manager. I make sure that the house is running smoothly so the parents can have quality time with their children in the evening hours.
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Regina E.

Friendly Personal Assistant, Tutor, Chef, Babysitter And Anything Else You Need

Elgin, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Highly organized, versatile, communicative, patient, and creative individual seeks to assist your family!
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Shirley D.

Personal Assistant at Your Service!

Wadsworth, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
My passion is helping others meet their needs with as little stress on them as possible! I am a detail-oriented person with an extensive background in the customer service field. I can help with errands, organizing, shopping, party planning, etc. I am hard-working, responsible, very communicative and extremely dependable. My...
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Kristina H.

Family (executive & Personal) Assistant / Household Manager / Childcare

Huntley, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of children for over 20 years. I have over 15 years of experience as a family/personal/executive assistant , household manager and nanny. I have 2 children ages 9 & 7. I am a nurturer and caretaker at heart. Taking care of others has always been a big passion of mine. Helping families and making a...
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Lexi L.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Elgin, IL

from
$35/hr
7 years experience
Hi I am Lexi! I am well-experienced nanny proficient in caring for children of all ages, with 7 years experience! Combining childcare expertise with personal assistant skills to efficiently manage household tasks and support the family's needs! I am a Jill of all trades!!
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  • 60 personal assistants are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of June 2025

Recent personal assistant reviews from local parents in Island Lake, IL

Personal Assistants in Island Lake, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants

Agnes P.

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

- Mitchell K.

Elzbieta K.

Elzbieta is a wonderful and attentive caregiver. Her encouragement and care has been remarkable for my parents and sister.

- Care member

Roumiana P.

Roumi helped my mother care for my father for approximately four months. He required a lot of assistance with feeding, changing,...

- Jackie S.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Island Lake

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Island Lake, IL on Care.com as of June, 2025 is $16.50 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 2 personal assistants in Island Lake, 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 Island Lake 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 Island Lake, 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 Island Lake. 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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