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Donna E.

Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Errands
respite care
home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My passion for caregiving stems from a deep desire to support families. I offer a reliable and compassionate care option for your loved ones. With a college degree and one year of experience, I provide respite care, transportation, and assistance with errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I can also assist with...
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With Bachelor's' Degree, With Hospital Experience

Des Plaines, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Cases Handled: -Dementia, Alzheimer's - Parkinson's - Stroke Pt. , CHF - MS - Diabetic Pt - Cancer Patients - Bed Bound - Quadriplegic - Hoyer Lift - Wheelchair bound, Etc - Vision & Hearing impairment About Me: CPR training / Certified CNA Certified BLS Certified BSN Graduate Hospital/Clinical experience 9 years...
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Niles, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the social service field for over 20 years. I was also was a preschool teacher, but went back to my first love, working with people with disabilities. I worked in a residential home with girls with severe disabilities, then did respite care for a few years and loved it all. I was a job coach helping people with...

Stacy C. says "We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of our son with...

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Naliza N.'s Photo

Palatine, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. With a graduate degree and three years of experience, I'm dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My background includes respite care, transportation, errands, home health, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and assistance with...
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Prospect Heights, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
mobility assistance
home modification
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My passion lies in helping adults and seniors maintain their well-being and independence. As a Certified Home Health Aide with two years of experience, I provide respite care, live-in care, and personal care, including light housekeeping, meal preparation, dementia care, and mobility assistance. I adapt to changing routines and...
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Schaumburg, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
Serious inquiries only - mutual respect for each others time, please!! 10 years experience in senior care. I have worked in skilled rehab facilities, assisted living, memory care and in home. I have worked with patients needing assistance with ADL's (Activities of Daily Living), Medication Reminders, Light Housekeeping/Meal...
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Deerfield, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
transportation
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. For the past three years, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate care. My background includes a college degree and experience in respite care, transportation, errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. Adapting to changing routines and handling...
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Winnetka, IL

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$24/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Making a positive difference in people's lives is what drives me. As a Certified Home Health Aide with a college degree and two years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My approach is compassionate, friendly, and detail-oriented. I prioritize understanding each...
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Part-time Caregiver, Special-needs Provider, And Respite Care Worker Available

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
I am completing my Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and have been working with children of varying abilities for 2+ years. I am very passionate about working with children of all ages, all types of abilities, challenges, and their families . I am currently working in an elementary school that and have a caseload...
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Prospect Heights, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
errands
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is my passion, and that's why I'm a dedicated caregiver with three years of experience supporting adults and seniors. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I'm well-versed in providing respite care, live-in assistance, personal care, and more. I'm also trained in CPR and First Aid. My calm and...
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Nanny/ Special Needs Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$28/hr
9 years experience
Hi! My name is Kaitlin. I am a licensed special education teacher (with a minor in elementary education) with 3 years in the classroom. Currently, I attend graduate school. In general, I have 13 years of experience working with children. This will be my 9th year working with people who have special needs children aged through...
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
transportation
errands
meal prep
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
It's my goal to bring comfort and support to your family. With a graduate degree and one year of experience, I'm passionate about helping adults and seniors maintain their well-being and independence. My approach is patient, calm, friendly, and compassionate. I understand the importance of adapting to changing routines and...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
mobility assistance
respite care
Making a difference in people's lives is what drives me. With four years of experience providing home health and respite care, I'm passionate about supporting adults and seniors' well-being and independence. I offer services such as light housekeeping and mobility assistance. In previous roles, I've adapted to changing routines,...
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Niles, IL

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$30/hr
15 years experience
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
15 years of dedication to supporting adults and seniors has fueled my passion for caregiving. My college degree complements extensive experience providing respite, live-in, and hospice services. I offer transportation, errands/shopping, home health, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I'm adept at dementia care, medical...
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Ochirbat U.'s Photo

Schaumburg, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Errands
respite care
home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on people's lives is what drives me as a caregiver. For the past six years, I've found fulfillment in supporting adults and seniors, as well as providing peace of mind for their families. I am patient, friendly, professional, and detail-oriented. I'm committed to understanding each person's unique...
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Louise H.'s Photo

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me. With three years of experience as a caregiver, I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors, and providing families with reliable care. I have ample hands-on experience. I am patient, compassionate, and detail-oriented. I adapt to...
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Azeem A.'s Photo

Niles, IL

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$50/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. My graduate degree complements my passion for providing compassionate care. With a year of experience, I offer respite care, live-in assistance, transportation, and support with errands. I am also experienced in hospice care, home health, light...
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Rolling Meadows, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Companionship
live-in home care
dementia
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Passionate and reliable caregiver with 2 years of experience caring for adults and seniors. I'm a trained U. S. Army Combat Medic and certified EMT, skilled in handling emergencies, de-escalating stress, and adapting to changing needs. I offer respite, live-in, and hospice care, along with help with errands, meals, light...
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Krista B.'s Photo

Schiller Park, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Errands
personal care
home modification
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. I'm passionate about supporting adults and seniors, and I strive to help them maintain their independence. I offer respite care, live-in home care, transportation, and assistance with errands and shopping. I can also provide personal care, light...
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Kind, Smart, Compassionate, Patient Care

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years of experience in nursing assistance in the geriatric and behavioral department. I have done rehabilitation, skilled nursing, respite care, home care, health appointment escort, behavioral/psyche care, dementia, supported and assisted living. I am always requested and referred by past clients and patients for...
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  • 60 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Des Plaines, IL

The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 2 respite care providers near you in Des Plaines, IL carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.

Care.com makes finding respite care providers near you in Des Plaines, IL fast and easy. From the comfort of your own home, you can review a variety of different respite caregiver profiles in your area to learn more about their experiences and services. You can also read reviews from former clients to help find the right fit for your family.

The cost of respite care near you in Des Plaines, IL can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in Des Plaines, IL is $20.00 per hour.

The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in Des Plaines, IL.

To safely hire respite care near you in Des Plaines, IL, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a handful of different caregivers, and request references. You can also review the profiles of respite caregivers who have a CareCheck badge on their profile.

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