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I'd describe my personality as kind, caring and patient. I'm looking for a job that makes a difference in people's lives, as well as my own. I have recently exited the corporate world after 35 years and I am interested in a personal assistant role. Over the past 20 years, I've cared for family members. Specifically, my...
Dianne can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands
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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Loving, Caring Mother Would Love to Help Out Where Needed

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always been a very giving, caring individual who enjoys helping people. I helped care for my 85-year-old grandmother after her knee and hip surgery and also when she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. I was a companion for my neighbor for 2 years she was 70 and had onset of dementia. I am CPR and first aid certified. I...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Dawn had applied for a position to be a caregiver for my mom who is in hospice. I had already hired someone, but let her know I would keep her in mind if something changed. As it turns out, my regular caregiver had to take a few days off to care for her own child....

Doug K.

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Reda V.


Fox River Grove, IL

$22-27/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver In A Need Of A Job

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have more than 20 years of experience as a caregiver. I have nursing degree and worked in the hospital in Lithuania. I take care of seniors with cardiovascular disease, dementia, diabetes, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, cancer, and with individuals recovering from surgery and/or hospice care. I can help with all daily tasks...
Reda can also help with: Errands, companionship, personal care, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Reda is a "must hire" if you are in need of someone with her skills. She was someone you could count on to handle all the care related details and do so compassionately."

Steven J.

Hi there! I have a healthcare background with an athletic training degree. I am well-versed in injury and wound care, rehabilitation, first-aid, and emergency situation protocol. I have previous experience in caring for and assisting my grandmother post-surgery and have had experience with this population during my undergrad. I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands

Karen C.


McHenry, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I started in health care when I was 15 years old and have been a certified nursing assistant for over 20 yrs! Over the last few years I have done home care for seniors! have had hospice training and have volunteered as well! 1999-2007 worked on a rehab unit basically caring for individuals who went though hip and knee surgery...
Karen can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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Amaya G.


Streamwood, IL

$18-40/hr

Operations Assistant

I am Amaya, 21 years old. I don't have much experience with the elderly but I'm eager to learn, I am kind, patient and easily adaptable.
Amaya can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, dementia
Work Experience Job Title: CNA 5 years of certified nursing assistant experienced. Hospice care, rehab, ortho, dementia, skilled nursing, ms, memory support, medical surgical, assisted living, Alzheimer's care. And etc. and I do have a Restorative aide licensed as well.
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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David P.


Vernon Hills, IL

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible, Experienced

Hello, my name is David. As a college graduate I have been in the Home Healthcare field for the last 20 years. I am a skilled Caregiver (with experience in Mental regression and disability, Palliative and Hospice care) Not only do I give excellent basic care I can also help the patient with other supportive care such as...
David can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"David was a great help to my 99 year old dad and 96 year old mom. He was kind and caring. He helped them with kindness"

Care member

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Oleksandr R.


Prospect Heights, IL

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Care Nursing Assistant

CNA/caregiver trained in basic and advanced senior care with lots of in-home and hospital experience. Experience with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia, post-surgical and pet care. Dependable, punctual, and professional!
Oleksandr can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"He is very efficient with his job and helps with other tasks as well. He is always prompt, dependable and cheerful."

Care member

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Deborah P.


Elgin, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

JUST LIKE FAMILY

I have been in the medical field in one aspect or another since 1989. I have had the privilege of assisting in delivering babies, to assisting in outpatient surgical procedures. I have cared for infants and have cared for the elderly. It is very rewarding knowing you can make a difference in someone's life. I am very caring and...
Deborah can also help with: Respite care, dementia, errands, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Lidia D.


Mount Prospect, IL

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Lidia

I am 50 years old female, I am bilingual English/Polish, have my own car, I'm fully vaccinated, have references. My experience: I was taking care of patient who was struggling with dementia (from 2014 to 2018) and from February 2018 - September 2022 I was taking care of 93-year-old wonderful lady with dementia and Alzheimer's,...
Lidia can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, visiting nurse, dementia & more
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Rochelle D.


North Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Owned And Operated A-day Care For 10 Years Worked As A Certified Nurse's Assistant For The Last 20

Very kind patient and loving person a mother of 6 children so patience is a virtual cared for disable family member for the last 4 years I do believe I am well qualified for the position
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Listiner M.


Mount Prospect, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Being Able To Provide Quality And Compassionate Care

I have worked in the medical for 20 years as a medical assistant, office manager, and care coordinator for patient care. I am currently a caregiver looking to provide quality care with compassion and consideration to those who need care in the comfort of their homes. I operate with integrity and believe in treating people with...
Listiner can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Breannan and I am currently a sophomore in college, going to school for my Bachelors Of Science in Nursing. I plan on specializing my nursing career towards geriatrics. I grew up in Woodstock, IL and I plan on attending MCC in the fall. I have been a registered CNA for almost two years now and I have worked...
Breannan can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In 2021 I began working at a small private senior home in Elgin. Having been there for about two years I focused on non clinical care such as changing, showering, feeding and light housekeeping for the patient. In 2022 I started working at St. Alexius Hospital as a CNA where I worked with patients in the orthopedic floor. I...
Mariana can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

Ekaterina G.


Palatine, IL

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I have 9 years experience as a caregiver. I have knowledge about MS, Dementia, Diabetes, Physical Therapy. I am very patient, responsible and outgoing. I have been certified for home care help in 2016 by FAAC Dr. Jose Rizal Heritage Center. I have operated many medical equipment's like Hoyer Lift, Electric Wheelchair, Nebulizer...
Ekaterina can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Recent post-surgery care reviews in Island Lake, IL

Dawn C.

5.0

Dawn had applied for a position to be a caregiver for my mom who is in hospice. I had already hired someone, but let her know I would keep her in mind if something changed. As it turns out, my regular caregiver had to take a few days off to care for her own child. I reached out to Dawn and even...

- Doug K.

Reda V.

5.0

Reda is a "must hire" if you are in need of someone with her skills. She was someone you could count on to handle all the care related details and do so compassionately.

- Steven J.

David P.

5.0

David was a great help to my 99 year old dad and 96 year old mom. He was kind and caring. He helped them with kindness

- Care member

Oleksandr R.

5.0

He is very efficient with his job and helps with other tasks as well. He is always prompt, dependable and cheerful.

- Care member

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