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Gina V.

Passionate Caregiver

Lake Forest, IL

from
$40/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Provides high quality and excellent service and support to patients. Respond quickly and efficiently to the needs and request. Have a strong skills in patient relations and discovering patient needs and effective verbal and written communication skills, sufficient to defuse intense situations, negotiate resolutions and enlist...
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Lorraine B.

Lake Forest, IL

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$20/hr
Errands
live-in home care
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my focus. My passion for supporting well-being and independence comes from over 15 years of experience as a caregiver. I am a compassionate and diligent caregiver, and I prioritize building connections by understanding your loved one's preferences and history. I adapt to...
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Agnieszka K.

Mundelein, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Agnes, along with 32 years of experience in child and elderly care I strive to make every day better than the one previous. I was a caregiver with over six years experience working with a family in Deerfield with Parkinson's disease, as well as low oxygen levels. I would assist the husband and wife in daily...

Alexandra S. says "Agnieszka was a joy to have in our home. We hired her as a nanny when our son with was just 3 months old, as my maternity leave ended. Her constant...

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Oleksandr R.

Experienced Senior Care Nursing Assistant

Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
CNA/caregiver trained in basic and advanced senior care with lots of in-home and hospital experience. Experience with Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia, live-in care, post-surgical and pet care. Dependable, punctual, and professional!

Care Member says "Alex is an Incredible care giver, very hardworking and a great problem solver! Alex is knowledgeable and patient and has helped our family tremendously...

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Ma Grace A.

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
respite care
personal care
I worked as a CNA/Caregiver for almost 8years. I used to worked in facilities like Assistive Living, Senior/retirement building, Home Health, and some agencies.

Gwynneth V. says "Grace is an outstanding caregiver. She is experienced, hardworking, and sweet. We were so lucky to have her to take care of our mother, who is...

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Titilope I.

Compassionate

Buffalo Grove, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
commitment to improving the quality of life for the elderly clients while providing physical, emotional, and social support

Care Member says "We hired Titi to take care of my grandmother. she had her as a companion and help her with daily activities while we needed some break.She took care of...

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Jasmen J.

I Am Very Compassionate, Sympathetic, Caring And Out Going Person, I Love Cooking And Gardening.

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
I have 15 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. I experienced working with Dementia, Cancer, Alzheimer, Depression, Parkinson, fall risk, bathing male or female any size, some with broken hips, arms legs neck. I can do companion, light house keeping and cooking. I do grocery...

Laurie H. says "My mom is very physically compromised and in a skilled nursing facility. She requires extra care and Jasmen was perfect. Jasmen was very communicative...

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Saruultugs G.

I'm Looking For Full Time Job

Northbrook, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
Hello, I'm professional, compassionate and trustworthy caregiver. I finished successfully "Annual Caregiver Training" in 2010, since that I've worked for 6 years as a caregiver and my clients and their family 100% satisfied my work. I have a good experience for patients with with Hospice, Stroke, Diabetic, Alzheimer, Dementia,...
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Margaret D.

Great Company As Well As Cooking And Cleaning

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Margaret. I live in Lake Zurich with my husband and three children, but I am able to work anywhere in Lake County. I am an experienced caregiver and just finished working with family, and have time to help a new family. I have over 20 years of experience caregiving including two years working with my father with ALS...

Yun L. says "Margaret has been helping us take care of our elderly mother. She has been reliable, cheerful, and exceptionally kind and compassionate. We would recommend...

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Deidre M.

I Am A Experienced Caregiver Of 25 Years With Varifyable Recommendations

Waukegan, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
live-in home care
home modification
+ 1 more
I have worked with seniors with physician and mental dissibalities I have Hoyer lift experience, hospice, dementa , alhimerys, bed redden patients , feeding tubes , colistfy bag, cebryal paisley , MS
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Melissa G.

Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Personal care
My name is Melissa. I am a jack-of-all-trades currently I work at UPS and I work for my father. I'm looking for some extra overtime doing a little bit of cleaning on the side. I currently already clean for another lady and I'm looking for an extra day to clean for someone else.

Care Member says "Melissa was amazing helping care for my dad after his surgery. She was prompt every day, did everything we needed and was wonderful with dad caring for...

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Rolly B.

Full-Time Caregiver

Northbrook, IL

4.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'm been a caregiver for over 10 years! Im dependable honest and a caring person. I love helping people specially with elderly. All the best! Rolly

Angela A. says "We loved having Rolly on-board to help care for my Dad, who is in the mid-stages of Alzheimer's Disease. I removed one star as Rolly did find another job...

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David P.

Flexible, Experienced

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is David. I have a deep commitment to compassionate caregiving. I have 20 years of experience in the Healthcare industry, specializing in advanced care for those facing mental disabilities, palliative needs, and hospice care. My caregiving approach is highly personalized, understanding that each patient has unique...

Care Member says "David is experienced and compassionate. He has guided my husband in PT exercises and walking to improve his balance. He always has a smile and knows how...

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Artur N.

Senior Care

Lincolnshire, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Experienced and compassionate caregiver with over 10 years of hands-on experience. Skilled in wound care, oxygen and nebulizer therapy, catheter care and changes, insulin injections, CPAP, and full assistance with bed-to-wheelchair and wheelchair-to-bed transfers. Certified in CPR, AED, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogens....

Care Member says "Artur was an amazing caregiver for my husband. Not only did he take care of his personal needs, he became a member of our family. Artur is sensitive and...

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Charina M.

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I am Filipina Certified Nurse Assistant whose experiences varies from hospital works, nursing home and presently doing private duty care. I had private duty clients from hospitals, nursing facility, rehab, and private residences. Services depends on the need of the clients.

Care Member says "One of the most fabulous caregivers we have ever met! You must hire her!. My mother was struggling with self care with both mental & physical...

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Jolanta S.

Vernon Hills, IL

4.9(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Former nursing student, caring, responsible, and compassionate about my work and clients. I have over 15 years of experience with patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, managing and administering medication, assisting with bathing, mobility issues, feeding, etc. Would love to offer companionship, take to...

Care Member says "Jolanta is a dependable and trustworthy care giver! She took care of my grandmother with her medications and physical therapy. I highly recommend her as...

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Maria S.

Lincolnshire, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
home modification
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello there, my name is Maria and I live in NW Chicago. I am bilingual, speaking English and Polish and I've been a caregiver for over 30 years. Thanks to this, my experience is extensive - I've worked with numerous clients in a wide spectrum of unfortunate ailments, such as Alzheimers, cancer, dementia, MS, palliative care,...
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Dana G.

Northbrook, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
live-in home care
home modification
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 15 years of experience taking care of seniors. I provide live-in care, transportation, errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medical management, and companionship. I communicate with families using their preferred method and prioritize earning trust with care...
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Losaline T.

Care Is On My Nature It's Something I Have Passion In And I Would Do It Everyday Of My Life.

Great Lakes, IL

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
My husband and I recently re-assigned to move stationed out here to Hawaii and I am looking for a client to take care. I've been working in the field for about 7 years and I am well experienced with tools and needs of my clients. Sad to say leaving my clients back in the mainland was hard but I'm looking forward to meeting a new...
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REBEKAH Z.

Northbrook, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Errands
live-in home care
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Bringing over a decade of experience in care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, I'm dedicated to supporting individuals in maintaining their well-being and independence. My graduate studies have further equipped me with tools to provide compassionate and empathetic care. I offer respite care,...
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  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of March 2026

Recent home care reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL

Home Care in Lake Forest, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed home care

Agnieszka K.

Agnieszka was a joy to have in our home. We hired her as a nanny when our son with was just 3 months old, as my maternity leave ended. Her...

- Alexandra S.

Oleksandr R.

Alex is an Incredible care giver, very hardworking and a great problem solver! Alex is knowledgeable and patient and has helped our family...

- Care member

Ma Grace A.

Grace is an outstanding caregiver. She is experienced, hardworking, and sweet. We were so lucky to have her to take care of our mother,...

- Gwynneth V.

Common questions about home care in Lake Forest, IL

Home care in Lake Forest, IL refers to non-medical or supportive care provided in a senior’s home to help with daily activities and independence. Many families compare caregiver profiles based on experience, availability, and reviews to find the right fit. Home care is often part of a broader range of senior care services depending on the level of support needed.

Home care services in Lake Forest, IL typically include help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, and companionship. Some caregivers also assist with mobility support and transportation. Depending on the situation, families may also consider more specialized support like home health aides for additional care needs.

The average rate for home care providers in Lake Forest, IL as of March, 2026 is $30.00 per hour. Costs can vary depending on the level of care needed, the number of hours required, and the caregiver’s experience. Families often review factors like scheduling and how to pay for in-home care when planning ongoing support.

In addition to hourly rates, home care in Lake Forest, IL may include additional costs such as overtime, transportation, or specialized care needs. Families should consider total care needs and scheduling when budgeting. Understanding potential hidden home care costs can help avoid unexpected expenses.

Choosing between part-time and full-time home care in Lake Forest, IL depends on your loved one’s needs, schedule, and level of independence. Some seniors only need a few hours of help per week, while others require daily or around-the-clock support. Many families compare options like part-time vs full-time care to determine the best fit.

Live-in care and 24/7 home care in Lake Forest, IL both provide extended support, but they differ in structure. Live-in caregivers typically stay in the home and provide care throughout the day with scheduled rest periods, while 24/7 care involves multiple caregivers working in shifts to provide constant coverage. Many families compare live-in vs 24/7 home care when deciding which option fits their needs.

Home care in Lake Forest, IL allows seniors to remain in their own homes while receiving support, whereas nursing homes or facilities provide care in a structured residential setting. The right choice depends on the level of medical care and supervision required. Families often compare options like skilled nursing facilities vs nursing homes when evaluating care options.

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