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Violet M.

Oak Park, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I am Violet! I am currently a junior nursing student at Saint Mary's College. I am CPR certified as well, with around 5 years of childcare experience. I babysit for two families while in college. Each have four children from ages 1 to 13. I do dinner, bedtime, take them to activities, or just have a fun night in! I was a...
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Tai L.

Warm & Personal

Oak Park, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Compassionate, dependable, patient I like caring for seniors because it allows me to make a difference in someone's life, build meaningful relationships, and gain valuable life experience through learning from their wisdom. I'm looking for a job that includes respect and teamwork. I started caring for seniors when I became...
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Maureen O.

Oak Park, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
errands
personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. With 3years personal experience for supporting the well-being and independence of my grandmother, adults and seniors, who lives in my community. My recent experience here in the United States was talking care of my church member who has disabilities. My approach is...
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Claudia G.

Oak Park, IL

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$20/hr
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
transportation
As a Senior Caregiver, I offer a compassionate and empathetic personality, combined with over five years of experience working in senior care. I am a highly skilled caregiver, with expertise in assisting clients with activities of daily living, medication administration, and monitoring vital signs. Additionally, I have a strong...
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Vanessa R.

Oak Park, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
kitchen cleaning
I'd describe my personality as respectful, honest and friendly I like caring for homes because I am a person dedicated to my family and I like to help other families who need my services. I'm looking for a job that close to my home, with a good work environment and honest pay. In my spare time, I like to play the piano,...
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Carolina V.

Oak Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I bring over 25 years of experience in the healthcare field, where I have cared for person of all ages, especially newborns, toddlers and kids. My background in healthcare allows me to provide attentive, nurturing, and safe care, with a deep understanding of child and adults development and well-being. I am a responsible,...
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Christopher M.

Oak Park, IL

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
transportation
Making a difference in people's lives is what I strive for. With five years of experience in adult and senior care, I bring a patient, friendly, and professional approach to my work. My graduate degree and multiple years of experience as an EMT, Degenerative disease Care provider and Mental health worker has equipped me with...
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Michael L.

Oak Park, IL

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$45/hr
6 years experience
With six years of experience empowering students, I'm passionate about unlocking individual potential through personalized support. My teaching philosophy emphasizes building confidence and fostering a genuine love for learning. I adapt my methods using visual aids, hands-on activities, and open discussions, while also seeking...
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Olivia L.

Oak Park, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm Liv. I'm a dependable and energetic caregiver with several years of experience working with children of all ages. I also have experience working as a Toddler/Infant Montessori Assistant Teacher. I'm CPR/AED and First Aid certified, SIDS & SBS informed, and Mandated Reporter trained. Safety is always my top priority. I'm...
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Nik E.

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker

Oak Park, IL

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$27/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Nik. I'm currently a Special Education Teacher's Assistant for District 97 working with Kindergarten/1st graders but have experience working with kids in PKP through 5th grade. I have decades of special education experience via my older brother who has down syndrome and have worked with various disabilities and...
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Jonnae C.

Part Time House Manager/Nannying

Oak Park, IL

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jonnae C., and I am a dedicated nanny based in the Elmhurst area. With over 9 years of experience caring for children, I currently provide attentive care for two energetic 1-year-old boys. I'm seeking a full-time nanny position to support a family. I take pride in creating a nurturing environment where...
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Martha O.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Experienced and responsible caregiver with 15+ years of experience proving the best care for the best clients/patients. I have worn many hats as the caregiver, companion, personal assistant, CNA and even babysitter! I provide well-rounded care and treat my clients with the utmost respect as I lead with kindness and patience. My...

Care Member says "Martha truly became like family to us. She administered my father's medication, took him on outings, and, most importantly, treated him with the dignity...

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Amanda C.

Full-Time Nanny/Assistant/House Manager

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My experience ranges from infants to school aged children. I am open to being in a number of positions including nanny, house manager, and personal assistant. In addition to having held these positions I was also a live-in nanny for 3 years. I enjoy being in a role where I wear multiple hats and do everything I can to help a...

Sara V. says "Amanda babysat my 2 year old daughter when her daycare classroom was closed for a week. She was absolutely wonderful! She engaged my daughter in...

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Candice M.

Family Helper

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi everyone! I have 8+ years of childcare experience as a nanny, gymnastics instructor, eldest sister and after-school volunteer. I've also recently gotten into home management and I love it! I can assist with laundry, dishes, room tidying, organizing closets/drawers/ storage rooms, meal prep, errands, personal assistant...

Jerry T. says "Candice was the nanny to our 11-month-old daughter. She is a great nanny, I highly recommend working with Candice. She not only brightened up our...

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Joanna S.

High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Attic cleaning
basement cleaning
dusting
bathroom cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 14 years of House management , family assistant experience. I've worked in high end homes/estates as house manager; family assistant, nanny, personal stylist, executive housekeeper and chef. I was in-charge of general up keep and cleanliness of large estate residences between 4, 000 sq. ft. - 28, 000 sq. ft. I did weekly...

Gwynne B. says "I recently had a bad experience with a care.com cleaner and am VERY cautious. Joanna made sure I was ok with her work during and when done. I took a...

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Ruthy S.

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-time Work And I Will Prefer Night Shift.

Des Plaines, IL

4.8(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
Hi my name is Ruthy I am a certified nurses assistant and a Phlebotomist, I have 18years experienced working for elderly people and I love doing my job. I have 8 years experienced working in a nursing home and I experienced a lot of cases because I was assigned in the long term facility, people that has Dementia, Alzheimer,...

Ann L. says "While only with us for a short time, due to a change in our needs, Ruthy exceeded our expectations! She is an expert and professional caregiver with positive...

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Grazyna A.

Senior Assistant

Berwyn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
transportation
I was a main caregiver for my late Mother for more than 10 years. I was a caregiver for a lovely Lady with Alzheimer's disease for last 6 years. She recently moved to a nursing home. I was responsible for all her needs like administering medicine, filling up medicine boxes, doing grocery shopping, preparing meals, helping with...

Ed D. says "Grace is the best caregiver anyone can ask for. She took care of our mom, who has Alzheimer's, for over 7 years. She is dependable, kind, considerate,...

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Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Oak Brook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...

Leslie G. says "Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we...

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Barbara M.

Caregiver/Companion

Chicago, IL

3.3(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
respite care
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
* CNA- Certified Nursing Assistance, Physical Rehabilitation Aide, CPR * 16 Years of experience including private duty, nursing home, hospice: DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMER'S, PARKINSON'S, feeding tube, suffer stroke, oxygen, diabetics, heart failure, cancer, Hoyer lift, etc. *Languages: English, Polish, Russian. * I like working with...

Katherine B. says "Barbara worked with my mom for nearly six years- right up until the day she died. She was a godsend to our family. Initially, we ask Barbara to spend...

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Obiageli N.

Chicago, IL

4.9(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
personal care
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For over 10 years, I've dedicated myself to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My positive experiences in previous care roles inspired me to make a meaningful impact on their lives. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, with current CPR Training and First Aid Training....

Care Member says "She's a passionate caregiver. She's diligent with her job"

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  • The average post rate is $22.55/hr as of May 2026

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

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

Martha O.

Martha truly became like family to us. She administered my father's medication, took him on outings, and, most importantly, treated him with...

- Care member

Amanda C.

Amanda babysat my 2 year old daughter when her daycare classroom was closed for a week. She was absolutely wonderful! She engaged my...

- Sara V.

Candice M.

Candice was the nanny to our 11-month-old daughter. She is a great nanny, I highly recommend working with Candice. She not only brightened...

- Jerry T.

FAQs for finding personal assistants in Oak Park

The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Oak Park, IL on Care.com as of May, 2026 is $22.55 per hour. The cost may fluctuate depending on the type of service you need assistance with and how frequently.

Care.com has 11 personal assistants in Oak 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 Oak 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 Oak 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 Oak 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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