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Barbara L.

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Palatine, IL 60074

from $25 per hour

(6)

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About Barbara

Experience: 10 yrs

Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. For the past 10 years, I've been a caregiver dedicated to enhancing the lives of adults needing assistance. My passion stems from a deep desire to support their independence and bring peace of mind to their families. I provide personal care, prepare meals, assist with light housekeeping, run errands, and offer specialized MS, Alzheimer's and Dementia care, Hoyer experience. I am patient, compassionate, and adapt easily to changing routines. I communicate through written reports, text, or phone calls, always following the family's preferred method. I respect the independence of those in my care. I am comfortable with pets. My goal is to provide reliable care and build meaningful connections. I speak English and Polish.

Most recent review

5.0
based on 6 reviews

Barb was an exceptional caregiver to my mom, who passed away after a battle with a progressive neurodegenerative disease. Throughout my mom’s illness, Barb was tender, caring, gentle, genuine, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive. She was my mom’s strongest advocate. Even though my mom was in a skilled nursing facility, Barb was often the person who noticed the important details first and made sure nothing was overlooked. She was incredibly detail-oriented, dependable, and diligent, and she always went above and beyond to ensure my mom was comfortable, cared for, and treated with dignity. Over time, Barb became much more than a caregiver. She was like a daughter and a longtime friend to my mom, and she became a wonderful source of support to our entire family. Her compassion, dedication, and genuine love for my mom meant more to us than words can express. I would wholeheartedly recommend Barb to anyone looking for a caregiver. She is trustworthy, compassionate, attentive, and truly dedicated to the people she cares for. We will always be grateful for the love and care she gave my mom.

MS
Magdalena S.

9/21/2026

Services

Services offered

Bathing

Companionship

Dementia

Errands

Feeding

Hospice services

Light cleaning

Live-in home care

Meal prep

Mobility assistance

Personal care

Respite care

Transportation

Rates

Recurring jobs

$25-26/hr

Can help with

Companion care

Help with pets

Packing/moving

Qualifications

Education

Some college

Languages

English

Polish

Professional skills

Alzheimers or dementia experience

CPR / First Aid trained

Hospice experience

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Non-smoker

Contact Barbara to check their availability

fri

8:00 AM–5:00 PM

sat

8:00 AM–5:00 PM

sun

8:00 AM–5:00 PM

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