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60 personal assistants are listed in Oak Park, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby personal assistants is 4 years
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Hello! My name is Brianne. Moved to Chicago in 2020 to pursue a career supporting pregnant women and children as a Doula. I'm now pursing my Master's in Social Work . I have a combined 8+ years of experience with babysitting, longer term nannying, housekeeping , real life experience with my 2. 5 y/o baby brother, as well as...
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Hello! My name is Brianne. Moved to Chicago in 2020 to pursue a career supporting pregnant women and children as a Doula. I have a combined 8+ years experience with babysitting, longer term nannying, real life experience with my 2. 5 y/o sibling, as well as hands-on experience working as a doula for Birthways Chicago. I've been...
Martha O.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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...
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"Martha is great. I couldn’t have chosen anyone better to take care of my father. It’s not easy finding a compassionate caring person to trust and I’m glad we found her. "
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Hi There!
I have 10+ years of dog walking, personal assistant, meal prep and child care experience. I maintained a roster of clients while pursuing my degree in Music Business at Columbia College. As my career in the music festival and touring industry blossomed post graduation, I remained in contact with my clients back home...
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"Jovana has been a wonderful dog sitter for my pup Xena. I can tell she treats her well because Xena wags her tail and jumps on Jovana when she comes to dog sit! Jovana is dependable, down to earth, and...
Reviewed by Olivia T.
Joanna S.
Chicago, IL
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.
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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...
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"Good help is not hard to find if you hire Joanna and her awesome team. Not only is she a wonderful and lovely person with a good heart she is a very knowledgeable, professional, hardworking and focused person...
Reviewed by Linda K.
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Hi! My name is Krystyna. I have taken care of infants and toddlers for the past 10 years. I have worked as an infant and toddler teacher. I also worked taking care of the players kids at baseball home games. I've been a nanny full time, part time and occasional babysitting. I've nannied in New Orleans, Dallas, and New York. I'm...
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"She did a great job as a nanny to our daughter, who was 1.5 years old. We've had her babysit our b/g twins and now 3 years old daughter as over the last couple of months as well."
Reviewed by Dyan W.
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Hi My name is Tatiana. I have 15 years experience with nannying and 8+ years that included House Management and Personal Chef Services. I have always gotten so much joy caring for children and being an integral part of your family's function and growth. I am currently seeking a part time position and would love the opportunity...
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"Tatiana worked with our family for over a year. She was unflappable in the daily chaos of three young children, and was reliable in getting our children to and from school and other activities. She is a strong...
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Hello Families! My name is Celina, I live in Chicago's Avondale area and I'm currently a part time House Assistant looking for extra work, including one time jobs or full time work. Over the past 6 years, I've worked in childcare and have had the opportunity to work closely with families and children ranging from ages 3...
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"Celina was amazing with my children. We no longer need the help, but we miss her a lot. I would hire Celina 100 more times! "
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From 2012-2013 I worked for the Autism Program of Illinois, and umbrella company of The Hope Institute for Children and Families. In my role as Network Outreach Coordinator I worked on behalf of children and families with Autism and other developmental disabilities. My previous role, along with my years of volunteer experience...
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"I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings positivity with her, which helps when you have a kid suffering...
Reviewed by Crystal M.
Ruthy S.
Des Plaines, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant Looking For Part-time Work And I Will Prefer Night Shift.
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Hi my name is Ruthy I am a certified nurses assistant and a Phlebotomist, I have 16 years experienced working for elderly people and I love doing my job. I have 5 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,...
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"We hired Ruthy to help my father for an overnight. From the first meeting, she made my father smile. He had severe pain and anxiety and Ruthy kept him calm and helped him find comfortable positions so he could...
Reviewed by Jennifer F.
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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...
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"Smart, attentive, caring, and a good sense of humor. Katie is excellent. "
Reviewed by James G.
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Hi, my name is Keila. I consider myself positive, trustworthy, and caring individual, driven by a passion to help children grow in a loving, educational and safe environment, teaching them through the playing and talking for physical and linguistic development. I have 20 years of experience. I speak Spanish too. I am a religious...
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"Keila has been a great nanny for our family. She has become part of the family. She takes great care of our son, and she also cooks for him, cleans our house, helps with laundry. I would definitely recommend...
Reviewed by Jessica A.
Doreen I.
Chicago, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 12 yrs experience working as a direct care provider mostly with geriatric. My duties include bathing, feeding, personal hygiene care, administer medication, meal preparation and assist activity of daily living.
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"It is a pleasure for me to write this letter for recommendation for Doreen, who had worked as my Father's primary caregiver for more than 4 months as we were staying in Chicago. Looking after my father who had...
Reviewed by Ammar M.
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I am an experienced CNA for over 9 years. Very experienced with Dementia. I have managed a non-medical home care agency which I have recently decided to branch out on my own and build my own clientele. I am a compassionate person looking to help individuals remain in the comforts of their homes for as long as possible.
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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...
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"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 daughter was behaving well when we were leaving which...
Reviewed by Adrien K.
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*Certified Home Health Aide* Experienced caregiver in assisting the elderly. Worked at a senior living community as a private caregiver. I am trained in Dementia and CPR. Part time nanny, hospitality professional with over 6 years of experience. I'm an organized person and I like to keep things clean. My hobbies are modeling,...
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"Words cannot accurately express the gratitude our family has for the help and care Rachel provided for our 79 year old mom. Rachel truly became part of the family due to the quality of care and the compassion...
Reviewed by Lisa S.
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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...
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"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 with work. She was very sweet, on time and overall is a...
Reviewed by Jordan C.
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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...
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"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 changed daily for almost three months. Rosaura had never...
Reviewed by Natalie S.
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I am Zoe, a 19-year-old born and raised in Chicago. I am currently a freshman attending university for pharmacy and biology.
I am offering child and pet care services.
I have been trained to give CPR to adults and infants. I have 7 younger siblings, in which I helped raise the youngest only being a few months. I would...
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"Zoe is a very responsible and caring babysitter. She currently helps us with our toddler for date nights and when we are working late nights. She is responsible, timely, and does a great job of caring for our...
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I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a genuine passion for assisting individuals in need. Having worked in diverse healthcare settings, I am well-versed in providing not just physical care but also emotional support to those entrusted to my care.
My approach is centered on respect, empathy, and maintaining a...
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"Melvin is diligent and very hard-working. He has a passion for his job, is honest, and can work diligently even in the most challenging circumstances. "
Reviewed by Semion B M.
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Recent personal assistant reviews in Oak Park, IL
Martha O.
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I am a RN. Martha took care of my Dad while he was still at home. When he moved to assisted living, my Dad asked Martha to continue as his caregiver. Martha is extremely competent, detail oriented, and most importantly kind and compassionate. In addition to activities of daily living...
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Jovana S.
5.0
We hired Jovana to prepare weekly meals for us. Each Monday, she comes to our house and spends the afternoon preparing amazing dinners that she proportions and packages for us and leaves instructions on each for reheating, preparing, etc. She is an amazing chef and I've been eating things I never...
- Julie B.
Joanna S.
5.0
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 white dust cloth to find dirt after she left. The cloth is still bright white. I'll call her again!
- Gwynne B.
Krystyna L.
5.0
I interviewed Krystyna for our new born son and really enjoyed her kindness, her experience and her interest in kiddos. She has a good amount of experience working with all age ranges, multiple children and prefers in home care over daycare. Think she would be a great fit for a family, just not...
- Lindsey B.
Tatiana H.
5.0
Tatiana worked with our family for over a year. She was unflappable in the daily chaos of three young children, and was reliable in getting our children to and from school and other activities. She is a strong driver and took our kids on fun excursions all over the city. Tatiana's role was hybrid...
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in Oak Park
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in Oak Park, IL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in Oak Park, IL on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $19.46 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 Oak Park?
Care.com has 13 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.
What services can a personal assistant provide in Oak Park?
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.
Ratings for Oak Park, IL personal assistants listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Personal Assistants in Oak Park, IL are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed personal assistants.