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Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 9-month-old babygirl and I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 22-year-old son with special needs for the past 5 years and we have an incredible relationship. I am looking to take on an additional part time client in an educator, caregiving, house manager or personal...
Mercelita D.
Plainfield, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a dependable, professional, highly educated and skilled caregiver. Caring, compassionate, trustworthy and honest. Over 20 years of accomplishment in home care, assisted living, research and administration. Highly-experienced in individual care for patients with Parkinson's, Macular Degeneration or blind, heart problems,...
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"Merci is a very experienced, knowledgeable and capable caregiver. When she was first introduced to my mom, she developed a rapport. Merci is safety oriented, always kind & compassionate. She provides...
Reviewed by Michaelynn B.
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Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 9-month-old babygirl and I've been working with a fantastic client base and I am looking to take on an additional part time client in a caregiving, house manager or personal assistant capacity. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a special education...
Patricia B.
Park Forest, IL
$25-44/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Certified Nursing Assistant With Over 15 Yrs Experience Full/Part Time Work
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I'm a graduate of IHHS Certified Nursing Assistant Program and have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for over 10 years, I'm certified through the State of Illinois and currently on the Illinois Registry in Good Standing, I have many transferable skills in conjunction with my CNA training that can be utilized to ensure quality...
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"Patricia has been a caregiver for 15 plus years.
Patricia is very likable, concerned and a caring individual. Patricia will be an asset to whomever she's employed with."
Reviewed by Florence S.
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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:
Transportation to/from doctor appointments
Physical Therapy (regular exercise)
Assistance with...
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"Michelle was fantastic. She was responsive, patient, and punctual. She put me at ease about having to hire a carer to pick me up after surgery and was easy to chat with on my ride home. Would definitely hire...
Reviewed by Jennifer F.
Amelia M.
Westmont, IL
$30-44/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant With References Looking For A New Family
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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...
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"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! She took great care of my mom, going above and beyond...
Reviewed by Care member
Iwona U.
Hickory Hills, IL
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
Professional Caregiver/CNA With Over 10 Years Of Experience
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I am a professional caregiver/CNA with over 10 years of experience in care giving for elderly people and excellent references from previous employers. I am looking for a position where I can use my knowledge and skills to the benefit of someone in need of personal assistance, care and companionship.
I have experience with home...
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"Iwona worked for my family for 5 years. The only reason she is not with us is that we required more hours and a full time arrangement.
Iwona is conscientious, attentive, innovative and pays careful attention...
Reviewed by Robyn S.
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I have extensive care giving skills with elderly ( Dementia Patients)
I do everything from Personal Hygiene to Reading to them. I really try to work with them, I got a elderly woman to play the piano after 25 years of not playing it was awesome!
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"Carla is a kind and caring woman who gave excellent care to my 92 year old mom until she passed. A great companion for her as well. I would highly recommend Carla!"
Reviewed by Nancy W.
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Hey there, lovely parents! I'd love to introduce myself and tell you a little about my experience as a babysitter/nanny. I've been working with kids of all ages for 21 years now, and I absolutely love it! I'm a reliable, patient, hardworking, creative, and fun-loving person, and I'm always up for some adventure with the little...
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"I interviewed Rhonda and was very impressed with her responses and qualifications. Unfortunately, Rhonda's availability dropped and we needed someone who could do at least 3 days of week. I truly believe those...
Reviewed by Emily E.
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Thank you for stopping by. Feel free to reach out for date nights, weekends, PT. I am a seasoned, career nanny with 24yrs experience. I started nannying at the age of 17 when I graduated HS early. We are a blended family with 9 children & a 5 yr granddaughter. I love the joy children bring. I have climbed the corporate ladder...
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"Candace worked with our family for 4 months and she was an absolute dream. She provided lesson plans and activities for our 18 month old daughter and created a warm and loving environment to nurture our...
Reviewed by Marita K.
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Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...
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"Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with...
Reviewed by Andrei U.
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Hi! My name is Eve and I am looking for a full time nanny position in Chicago!
My background in childcare started at age 12 when I started assisting in preschool age and lower level dance classes and began developing relationships with the kids I was instructing. Through this experience, I learned I have a knack for leading and...
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"Eve is the best nanny that we have ever had. She is so great with the kids, kind loving and very patient with our kids. We are sad to see her go and looking forward to working with her again!"
Reviewed by Justin K.
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Hi my name is Mikayla, I am 25 years old and have been a CNA for 4 years, in January it'll be 5 amazing years as a CNA! I also have a lot of experience with children, I have 2 younger sisters who are 8 and 11 years old. I have cared for them since they were infants. As far as my caregiving title, I have experience with working...
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"Mikayla is very passionate when it comes to treating and caring for geriatric patients. She is dependent and trustworthy. In addition, she is a competent and ethical employee that serves her patients and...
Reviewed by madison K.
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Hi there! My name is Angel, I have been working as an Assistant Teacher in a therapeutic school for the past 5 years and I have 8 years of baby sitting experience since I graduated high school. With my experience, especially working with children with emotionally disabilities I am confident I can provide your little one with a...
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"I wholeheartedly recommend Angel for exceptional childcare services. Their nurturing approach, attention to safety, and engaging activities create a loving and enriching environment for kids. I have complete...
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I hold a registered nurse degree from Bucharest, Romania, Europe; worked independently providing outstanding service to a select circle of elderly clients. I speak several languages including Romanian, German and French.
I have experience in and assisted clients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, stroke and other...
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"Gabriela is OUTSTANDING. She goes above and beyond. She truly cares and this is her passion. First time I used this site and I'm unbelievably happy."
Reviewed by Marie P.
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I provide compassionate care for seniors with over 10 years of experience. My expertise includes personalized care plans, medication management, and assisting with activities of daily living. I am skilled in creating a safe and comfortable environment and managing difficult situations. I have strong communication skills and...
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"We are so grateful that my co-worker highly recommended Renata, she is the best! She was my Grandmother's caretaker for almost five years before she passed. Renata is the most calm, patient and caring person....
Reviewed by Erin D.
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Provide routine individualized healthcare such as changing bandages, dressing wounds, and applying topical medications to the elderly convalescents, or person with disabilities at the clients home or in a care facility. Monitor and report changes in health status. Perform incontinent care, feed, bathe, dress, groom, prepared...
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"Barbara is a great employee , reliable and has an awesome work ethic. She does her job and is very attentive to the clients. She’s very lovable. "
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For the past two years, I worked for an elderly woman as a companion and helper. I assisted with showering, dressing, cooking, and baking and errands. During my 5 years living in Copenhagen, Denmark, I worked as a personal caretaker for a woman who had cerebral palsy. My responsibilities included personal care, housekeeping and...
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"I was preparing for a move and have health issues that made it hard to pack and sort by myself. I hired Jenny from here and she was amazing! Super friendly, very kind, very patient with me, and very capable!...
Reviewed by Helena P.
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Dependable, caregiver/therapist. I provide caring, compassionate companionship to the elderly, over 20years of experience in home health care, brain injury/SNF. Provide care for the elderly Parkinson's/ Alzheimer/TBI/dementia. I've assisted wound care, oxygen, catheter, stroke, osteoporosis, palliative and hospice patients. I...
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"Julie is a real people's person. She has a lot compassion for both people and animals. She is very honest and caring with everyone. I have known Julie for 20 years and I have always found her to be a loyal...
Reviewed by Susie S.
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I was raised by my grandparents and come from a large family, I have lots of life experience with the elderly and children. I am looking to find a job with flexible hours and also to help anyone that might need it. Helping to improve a person's quality of life is very appealing to me. I have a full time job but am available most...
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"Nava is a very kind person. She is dependable, knows how to get things done, and even hangs out with me to talk or watch TV. By the way, if you are an animal lover, ask her about her dogs. She has the most...
Reviewed by Louise R.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Mokena, IL
Mercelita D.
5.0
Mercy was a perfect fit for my Mom's needs before her passing. She is knowledgeable in her care for Seniors and was becoming a great friend to my Mom in her final weeks. Mercy is trustworthy, honest, and is extremely thoughtful regarding the needs of her clients. We are heartbroken that her time...
- Jill P.
Patricia B.
5.0
Patricia has been a caregiver for 15 plus years.
Patricia is very likable, concerned and a caring individual. Patricia will be an asset to whomever she's employed with.
- Florence S.
Michelle M.
5.0
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 put me at ease when we met. She helped me with meals, medications, repositioning, showering, getting dressed and light housework/picking up. I...
- Jenny D.
Amelia M.
5.0
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! She took great care of my mom, going above and beyond when needed. She was extremely reliable and proactively helped find back-up care for the few...
- Care member
Iwona U.
5.0
Iwona worked for my family for 5 years. The only reason she is not with us is that we required more hours and a full time arrangement.
Iwona is conscientious, attentive, innovative and pays careful attention to the needs of the person. She adjusts quickly to the persons mood, how they feel, and...
- Robyn S.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Mokena
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Mokena, IL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Mokena, IL on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $28.00 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.
How can I find a good personal assistant near me in Mokena?
Care.com has 1 personal assistants in Mokena, 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 Mokena 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.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Mokena?
Most personal assistants in Mokena, 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 Mokena. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.