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Find senior care providers in Chicago, IL that you’ll love

962 senior care providers are listed in Chicago, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of October 2024

The average experience for nearby senior care providers is 4 years

Senior care providers in Chicago, IL

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Melissa W.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Home Help Aid

5.0

(1)

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I take great pride in my job because I love what I do. Caring for seniors is a great responsibility that takes time and patience. If your not a nurturing person then this is not the job for you.
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Melissa is wonderful. She is very professional, knowledgeable, caring and kind. She was very generous with her time. Melissa cared for me for 15 months. Had I not moved to another state, I know relieve still be caring for me. I miss her! "

Care member

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Ikenna E.


Chicago, IL

$35/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there, My name is Ikenna, but you can call me IK for short. I have a BS and MS degrees in Biochemistry, and currently in medical school, but on leave of absence at the moment so as to sort out my finances before continuing. My care giving experience started way back when I was in high school. I gave care to my...
Ikenna can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, live-in home care, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"We have been using IK for many months now for my husband's ADL and somethings related to his physical strength. He has been very good in all he does he has a lot of medical knowledge and is very compassionate. We would highly recommend his to anyone who needs...

Candace H.

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Elissa N.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a CNA for 22 years, 9 years in a nursing home, 13 years doing home care. I've cared for my aunt, grandfather, and grandmother in their last days and cared for my mother through her fight with breast cancer. October of 2016 was her last day of chemo, that following December my son became paralyzed, I'm currently caring...
Elissa can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Elissa is compassionate, patient & experienced with people with dementia. "

Melissa W.

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Ewa C.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Diligent Caregiver

I believe my most useful qualities in this role are patience and kindness. I worked primarily in home health, traveling from client to client.
Ewa can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, home modification, live-in home care & more
5.0
"I hired Ewa to drive me to and from a medical procedure in December 2022. She was comfortable/knowledgeable in the hospital setting and knowing that she was in the waiting room during the procedure really helped calm my nerves."

Diane G.

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Marissa M.


Chicago, IL

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a CNA with 16 years of experience, I'm looking for a job on Saturdays and Sundays . Please read my reviews from my clients and their families. My experience of people, I care for people with dementia and Alzheimer's. I enjoy keeping my clients active . Walks , play games that they may enjoy , bake and most of all is...
Marissa can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"God sent us an angel in Marissa! Finding help for my husband's parents was a grueling, stressful experience. Then we found Marissa. She walked in with a smile as large as life, walked right up to my in-laws and engaged them in conversation with respect and dignity....

Jane R.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am happy to help out your loved one, I work with people with disabilities and some of them are elderly. I am a certified DSP, and am able to help with meal preparation, bathing, transportation, and care. Thank you for the consideration!
Andrea can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Such a wonderful help to my parents. They felt safe and well cared for. Super nice. Would highly recommend"

Hilde S.

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Verica Z.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Non medical caregiver with 15 years of experience. Services provided: -Senior companionship -Light housekeeping -Meal preparation -Grocery shopping -Personal care -ADL -Transportation to medical appointments - Medication reminders
Verica can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Vera is a very sweet and kind lady, very conscientious. Took excellent and loving care of my mom for over a year who's 91 years old. We really appreciated her and would hire again!"

Rudolf M.

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Ewa B.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver, Companion, Housekeeper

I have an experience taking care of elderly people. I worked as a caregiver for a wonderful family. I loved my job and became very close with them. I visit with them to this day and treat them like my own family. I'm very energetic and positive person. I love to smile and give people good energy.
Ewa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
5.0
"Ewa was very professional in her responses. Good references and very thorough and responsible!"

Anna D.

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Kathy M.


Chicago, IL

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

CNA With 8 Years In Hospice & 13 Years As A Private Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a CNA who has 14 years experience, 8 of those years I worked in hospice. I am CPR and Dementia certified as well. I'm available for overnight shifts, five days a week including weekends. I love what I do because there is such a great need. So many seniors do not get the proper care they deserve. If I can make a difference,...
Kathy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, visiting physician, personal care, companionship, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Both my mother and I spoke with Kathy about caring for my dad. While a family emergency prevented her from starting, I was so comforted and impressed with how professional and empathetic she was. Her compassion and kindness came through her emails and phone calls...

Katrina P.

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Erika M.


Chicago, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You

4.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Your parents or grandparent or even a sick relative is someone that you wish you had time to take care of or visit more often for companionship. I understand that it is rough for you to be in many places at one time. Let me help you. I am here to offer my services as a companion for your senior loved one. Let me take your...
Erika can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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Jurate C.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver Available.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My experience has been providing companionship to seniors, cooking for them, cleaning, doing their laundry, taking them to the doctor's appointments and anywhere they need to go. I take care of them as if they are my own family. Seniors deserve that and much more. My experience includes being companions to the elderly and/or...
Jurate can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"I had a mistake review of J on here before that was meant for another caregiver. J is very kind and calm and has a very calming energy. Our schedule was changing a lot so I couldn't give J a normal schedule. If you have a parent who needs a kind and gentle...

Kathy D.

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Ludi T.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Ludi T 53 yrs old. I am responsible, compassionate & honest person. I have 22yrs experience as a caregiver mostly Dementia/Alzheimer's patients, strokes, Parkinson, tube feeding, oxygen, catheter, suctioning, cancer patients, hoyer lift from bed to chair & chair to bed, hospice. My duties; meals prep, med prep, med...
Ludi can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, home modification
4.0
"Ludi was a great caregiver for a few weeks - she is safe, honest, clean and very organized. Unfortunately she wasn't very dependable for the type of care that we needed."

Terri K.

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Lindsey R.


Chicago, IL

$21-46/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lindsey and I am available to work. I am hardworking, compassionate, creative, and pay close attention to detail. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked extensively with a variety of child, adult, and geriatric populations. I have experience with developmental disabilities, serious mental...
Lindsey can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
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Uma S.


Chicago, IL

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a CNA more than 12+. First I want to tell you . I was a resident and patient before. I went through those pains so I want help seniors and disabilities who need a help and care so they feel comfortable..
Uma can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Julie Ann O.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Companionship

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. I'm Julie been working in the health care environment for at least 12 years now. working sometimes as a part time in assisted living facility for almost 11 years as a CNA.
Julie Ann can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
5.0
"Julieanne is a very reliable caregiver. She took care of my friends parent and they love her. She is very compassionate & with good manner."

Claire T.

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Oluwatope A.


Chicago, IL

$20-42/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, kind hearted, caring, good listener and easy going I like caring for seniors because it gives me a valuable insight into the aging process and what's to come, giving me an opportunity to think about what matters most in life and how I will look after myself as well as them. I'm...
Oluwatope can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Oluwatope is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of both my mom and dad who are in their 90’s. She is super responsible. She was always on time or early. When she first started, she would even text me to say she was on her way. Oluwatope really listened to and...

Joe S.

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Always Hopeful

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Taking care of the elderly and providing them companionship, love and attention for the past 19 years has been a fulfilling advocacy for me, it does not only give me an opportunity to be able to care and provide love for a special member of your family but also it gives me a chance to be able to share my life with someone who...
Ana can also help with: Personal care, companionship, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"Ana is a dependable, caring and capable caregiver who always goes the extra mile. She took great care of me after my spinal surgery, no falls under her care. Ana has a pleasant, upbeat personality that is contagious. She exceeded my expectations by constantly doing...

Care member

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Barbara S.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Working as a Caregiver Since 2000

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a independent caregiver with many years of experience. I have flexible hours live-in or come and go, with loving care. During the years I have had different cases. I have been working with dementia, stroke, diabetes, cancer, tube feeding and much more. I treat people with respect. I'm professional with caregiver training...
Barbara can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, home modification
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"I was a little reluctant to use a service that hadn't been recommended but decided to give Care.com a try and am I glad I did. I created a list of potential candidates and Barbara was at the top of the list. I called and we hit it off, she started the...

James C.

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Danielle J.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Danielle ( Dani). I've been a private caregiver for over 30 years. I've worked mainly with Alzheimer's and Dementia clients. I've also worked with clients with Parkinson, strokes, MS, hospice care, bedridden or just as a companion. I have great references. I've stayed with my clients until their passing or move to...
Danielle can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Danielle worked for us for many months till my mom passed in Feb. My mom was 97 and Dani worked nights from 10pm to 8am. We were so blessed to have her and to know her. She is a treasure ! Hire her ! You won't regret it."

Gloria R.

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Salma H.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available As Soon As Possible

Just over a year ago, I decided to take a live-in job taking care of an older person and I really liked it. They have a lot to offer and I am willing to take on any challenge as a caregiver. I am hoping to be employed by a family in order to demonstrate my skills and experience as a care provider and provide my client with...
Salma can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"We were very impressed with Salma. She was punctual to the interview, in spite of having traveled over an hour and a half on public transportation to get here. That alone clued us in on her dependability and determination to work hard. She was also extremely...

Elizabeth H.

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Recent senior care reviews in Chicago, IL

Melissa W.

5.0

Melissa is wonderful. She is very professional, knowledgeable, caring and kind. She was very generous with her time. Melissa cared for me for 15 months. Had I not moved to another state, I know relieve still be caring for me. I miss her!

- Care member

Ikenna E.

5.0

We have been using IK for many months now for my husband's ADL and somethings related to his physical strength. He has been very good in all he does he has a lot of medical knowledge and is very compassionate. We would highly recommend his to anyone who needs a good care giver.

- Candace H.

Elissa N.

5.0

Elissa is compassionate, patient & experienced with people with dementia.

- Melissa W.

Ewa C.

5.0

I hired Ewa to drive me to and from a medical procedure in December 2022. She was comfortable/knowledgeable in the hospital setting and knowing that she was in the waiting room during the procedure really helped calm my nerves.

- Diane G.

Marissa M.

5.0

Marissa has been caring for my father (who has Alzheimer’s) for two years. She is kind, patient and reliable, and her presence is truly comforting. My Dad views her as his close friend, a testament to Marissa’s warm personality, and she brings joy and support to his life every day.

- Care member

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Ratings for Chicago, IL senior care providers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Senior Care Providers in Chicago, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 319 reviews of the 962 listed senior care providers.