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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.
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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Hello I am a vetted dog walker, I own three cats previously owned two dogs one of which I took through obedience training years ago and I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make sure things are done just as you like while you're away. I also am a part-time store manager and caregiver/personal assistant, basically a trusted...
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"I interviewed Jonie for a pet-sitter position. She was punctual and professional and listened well to direction. She clearly has a passion for animal car and the dogs loved her! "
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With a 5-year track record, I possess the necessary skills to assist with various tasks. I specialize in Travel, Cooking/Meal Preparation, fun activities, DIY, and exercise. In addition, I am adept at providing creative, engaging activities for children. My duties include transportation to and from school, homework assistance,...
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"Claudia is an incredibly kind and caring sitter. My kids adore her, as do we. She helps with anything we need and is as reliable as can be. I cannot recommend her enough! "
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Selena O.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.
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Hi! How are you?
I am Selena O, current Nursing student (Night hybrid program)
I have Over 5 years of experience as a nanny. I love to play with different strategies of pedagogy for a good development of body and Brain. I could make your children comfortable while I am with them. Can take them to parks, museum and other...
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"Selena is great! She babysat our baby girl today. She played with her , fed her and helped cleaning her bottles and she took beautiful pictures !! Totally recommend her :)"
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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 cannot say enough good things about Annie! She watched my son for a year part time during the week while I worked remotely. He was 13 months when she started with us. She has the best attitude, great...
Reviewed by Katie C.
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Hi my name is Zoe, I've recently started working full time as a house manager and personal assistant. I graduated from DePaul University with a degree in Communication Studies and a minor in Hospitality Leadership. I spent the last few years working in the restaurant industry and also worked part time cleaning/organizing but...
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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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"Very experienced and great with kids! I have a 6 year old and a 7 month old and trust her with them and know they are in good hands with her. Great communication and understanding of my requests for my kids. "
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I have a degree in Marketing Comm & have also worked as a nurse assistant at Hinsdale Hospital. I am current on CPR, First Aide & AED, ServeSafe, etc. I have also babysat for children at their homes. I'm open to providing care to any age as I enjoy providing care, nurturing, and compassion to those in need. I'm also a mother to...
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"Ms. Flo was an excellent communicator and fully confident on managing my kids who are totally wild and off schedule. She is so kind and very capable. We’ll be reaching out to her again next time we are in...
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Rashawnda P.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Vaccinated & Full Of Integrity CNA Looking For Fulltime Client.
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Certified Nursing Assistant with over 15 years of training/ hands on experiences.
SKILLS includes- sit to stand lift & Hoyer lift. Repositioning, CPR, Personal care.
Physical therapy /exercise/ range of motion.
GI-tubes
Outings- park, doctor visits, special events & nurture walks.
Communication is key for me. Having an open...
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"Rashawnda was a pleasure to have in our home. She engaged with my dad & assisted him with daily tasks & was friendly/kind throughout. She was helpful during a time that my family needed the help & we would be...
Reviewed by Lisa G.
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ROSAURA
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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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Hi my name is Rina (:
I am a easy going, calm, confident, positive, reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 6+ years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers.
I have previous work experience working as a teaching assistant/floater for a day care center. I was responsible for the...
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"Karina gets along great with our kids but is still able to be an authority figure for them."
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Ashley P.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi there! My name is Ashley. I am 23 years old and currently in my second year of teaching. I have had the pleasure of teaching both 3rd and 5th grade. I absolutely love working with kids and started at the early age of 10 years old. Since then, I have nannied and tutored for several years. I enjoy working with kiddos on their...
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"Ashley did an amazing job bonding with our seven-year-old son and for-year-old daughter. She definitely felt like part of the family and not just a babysitter. She was caring and loving to our kids, taught...
Reviewed by Gregory H.
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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"While I only had a chance to communicate with Ruthy over email and phone, I was so impressed with her warmth and professionalism. She had taken another job by the time I had gotten back to her, but she went out...
Reviewed by Katrina P.
Patrice A.
Harwood Heights, IL
$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
Highly Recommended Caregiver With An Active RN License
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Hello!
I have 7+ years of experience caring for seniors. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management, as well personal care such as bathing and dressing. I have experience with gait belts, Hoyer lifts, G-tubes, colostomies, urinary catheters, wound care, and much more! I am willing to do light housekeeping...
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"I hired Patrice to care for 2 of my family members. She did such an exceptional job with my aunt, I just had to hire her for my grandmother a few years later. Patrice is knowledgeable, trustworthy, kind,...
Reviewed by Shawna S.
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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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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...
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"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 would definitely rehire him. I do not hesitate to...
Reviewed by Leslie G.
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Hello! My name is Caley and I would love to get kids away from the screen, explore outside, and bring on the creativity. I am also happy to assist with virtual classes and school curriculum help. I can provide childcare, English tutoring, and general music/cello lessons.
I am a senior at DePaul University in Chicago studying...
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"Caley is great with my kids. She is patient, and kind. My kids are always so happy to see her!!"
Reviewed by Sheree D.
Claudia G.
Oak Park, IL
$20-35/hr
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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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"Claudia is a compassionate caring individual. She has been giving my disabled sister the close personal care she has been needing. She is also a good cook. She do her best to stay energized and away from...
Reviewed by Curtis E.
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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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Recent personal assistant reviews in River Forest, IL
Doreen I.
5.0
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 advanced Parkinson's was a difficult task but Doreen handled it professionally.
Maria is...
- Ammar M.
Jonie M.
5.0
I interviewed Jonie for a pet-sitter position. She was punctual and professional and listened well to direction. She clearly has a passion for animal car and the dogs loved her!
- Care member
Claudia G.
5.0
Claudia is. Wonderful caretaker, supporter and a great lady who is passionate about kids and life! She even helped me at the expo, set up the booth and ship out a package. She is proactive and so responsible! Thank you and hope to see you soon!
- Care member
Selena O.
5.0
Selena is great! She babysat our baby girl today. She played with her , fed her and helped cleaning her bottles and she took beautiful pictures !! Totally recommend her :)
- Care member
Annie H.
5.0
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 very nice and respectable young lady.
- Jordan C.
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FAQs for finding personal assistants in River Forest
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a personal assistant in River Forest, IL?
The average rate for hiring a personal assistant in River Forest, IL on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $10.00 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 River Forest?
Care.com has 1 personal assistants in River Forest, 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 River Forest 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 River Forest?
Most personal assistants in River Forest, 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 River Forest. Additionally, some personal assistants are okay with performing pet care or even light housekeeping duties, but these duties are less common.