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FirstLight Home Care of McHenry County & Surrounding Area
5435 Bull Valley Rd #212, McHenry
4.9 22 reviews
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T O
★★★★★
a year ago
I am so thankful I found First Light Home Care (McHenry County). My husband had extensive spine surgery. We were not anticipating the need for home health services during recovery, but quickly realized that I could not be the sole caregiver … More and still do other necessary things — like sleep. Luckily, First Light was able to fill in within a day or two of speaking with them. Each staff person I spoke with was professional, yet friendly, and did their best to accommodate our needs with scheduling. The caregivers were a joy to have here. They were warm, interesting and ready to lend a hand. We were worried it would be awkward to have a caregiver in our home, but they made it easy. We highly recommend First Light of McHenry. -

Mary Meehan
★★★★★
a year ago
We began working with FirstLight in October of 2024. The peace of mind that our care person has brought to our family has been a true gift! To know that there is someone in the home looking out for the well being of your loved ones is … More immeasurable! She has been caring, dependable, VERY attentive to the needs of our parents and brings a bright light into the home everyday. Sande, the owner, told us we could expect the best and time has proven her to be correct:) -

Kristie Brokaw
★★★★★
5 years ago
Sande, Rachel and the entire team at FirstLight are wonderful! They provided excellent care for my elderly father during our time of need. They were so compassionate and their empathic care, communication and overall kindness made a very … More difficult time for our family that much more bearable.
I highly recommend FirstLight to anyone who needs their loved ones care for. -

Lyn Sutton
★★★★★
8 years ago
There are no words to truly express the gratitude I have for the entire FirstLight McHenry team. From the moment of my first contact with Sande, I was treated with compassion for not only my mother but myself. The entire team has been amazing … More and truly care for the patient and the family. Sande has been able to anticipate things I didn't even know I would need. Scheduling has been very flexible with me and as my moms situation changed they picked up the slack quickly, efficiently and professionally. I would recommend this agency highly. -

Donna Fischer
★★★★★
3 years ago
I cannot say enough good things about the staff at FirstLight Home Care. The staff was extremely accommodating to my mother's every need. They were professional in the way they worked with both my mother and myself. Most importantly, … More everyone we encountered during this difficult period was kind. That means the most to us. Thanks to everyone at FirstLight for the wonderful service. -

Carol Garrett
★★★★★
a year ago
Every one of the caregivers I have met is great. They are always smiling and very helpful. I would recommend FirstLight to anyone who needs in home care. -

Rubie Patino
★★★★★
a year ago
What a great Agency to work along with Especially with Kirstien Young . Makes a workday Much easier, and it brings me joy to see the family getting great care. -

Chris & Carlyn Heczko & Housh
★★★★★
3 years ago
First Light is an amazing agency! Sande and Beth are fantastic to work with- every time I stop by the office I am welcomed with big smiles- the compassion they show is reflected through the care they provide! Highly recommend! -

Marcia
★★★★★
5 years ago
The caregivers do a great job working with my mom, who has been dealing with both the confusion of dementia and chronic pain. Rachel the office manager and owner Sandy have been great at handling special requests I have, as well as being … More flexible and responsive in adjusting scheduling and care as my mom's needs change. Everyone here has been really good to work with. I particularly appreciate how easy it is to reach them when anything comes up, as I'm out of state and rely on them for information as well as care-giving assistance.

Client Reviews
I am so thankful I found First Light Home Care (McHenry County). My husband had extensive spine surgery. We were not anticipating the need for home health services during recovery, but quickly realized that I could not be the sole caregiver and still do other necessary things — like sleep. Luckily, First Light was able to fill in within a day or two of speaking with them. Each staff person I spoke with was professional, yet friendly, and did their best to accommodate our needs with scheduling. The caregivers were a joy to have here. They were warm, interesting and ready to lend a hand. We were worried it would be awkward to have a caregiver in our home, but they made it easy. We highly recommend First Light of McHenry.
- T O






We began working with FirstLight in October of 2024. The peace of mind that our care person has brought to our family has been a true gift! To know that there is someone in the home looking out for the well being of your loved ones is immeasurable! She has been caring, dependable, VERY attentive to the needs of our parents and brings a bright light into the home everyday. Sande, the owner, told us we could expect the best and time has proven her to be correct:)
- Mary Meehan






Sande, Rachel and the entire team at FirstLight are wonderful! They provided excellent care for my elderly father during our time of need. They were so compassionate and their empathic care, communication and overall kindness made a very difficult time for our family that much more bearable.
I highly recommend FirstLight to anyone who needs their loved ones care for.
- Kristie Brokaw






There are no words to truly express the gratitude I have for the entire FirstLight McHenry team. From the moment of my first contact with Sande, I was treated with compassion for not only my mother but myself. The entire team has been amazing and truly care for the patient and the family. Sande has been able to anticipate things I didn’t even know I would need. Scheduling has been very flexible with me and as my moms situation changed they picked up the slack quickly, efficiently and professionally. I would recommend this agency highly.
- Lyn Sutton






I cannot say enough good things about the staff at FirstLight Home Care. The staff was extremely accommodating to my mother’s every need. They were professional in the way they worked with both my mother and myself. Most importantly, everyone we encountered during this difficult period was kind. That means the most to us. Thanks to everyone at FirstLight for the wonderful service.
- Donna Fischer






Every one of the caregivers I have met is great. They are always smiling and very helpful. I would recommend FirstLight to anyone who needs in home care.
- Carol Garrett






What a great Agency to work along with Especially with Kirstien Young . Makes a workday Much easier, and it brings me joy to see the family getting great care.
- Rubie Patino






First Light is an amazing agency! Sande and Beth are fantastic to work with- every time I stop by the office I am welcomed with big smiles- the compassion they show is reflected through the care they provide! Highly recommend!
- Chris & Carlyn Heczko & Housh






The caregivers do a great job working with my mom, who has been dealing with both the confusion of dementia and chronic pain. Rachel the office manager and owner Sandy have been great at handling special requests I have, as well as being flexible and responsive in adjusting scheduling and care as my mom’s needs change. Everyone here has been really good to work with. I particularly appreciate how easy it is to reach them when anything comes up, as I’m out of state and rely on them for information as well as care-giving assistance.
- Marcia






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Hear from FirstLight clients, families and caregivers about how we’ve made a difference in their lives. If you’ve had a positive experience with our company, help others make informed decisions about home care by leaving a review.
FirstLight Home Care of McHenry County & Surrounding Area
5435 Bull Valley Rd #212, McHenry
4.9 22 reviews
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T O
★★★★★
a year ago
I am so thankful I found First Light Home Care (McHenry County). My husband had extensive spine surgery. We were not anticipating the need for home health services during recovery, but quickly realized that I could not be the sole caregiver … More and still do other necessary things — like sleep. Luckily, First Light was able to fill in within a day or two of speaking with them. Each staff person I spoke with was professional, yet friendly, and did their best to accommodate our needs with scheduling. The caregivers were a joy to have here. They were warm, interesting and ready to lend a hand. We were worried it would be awkward to have a caregiver in our home, but they made it easy. We highly recommend First Light of McHenry. -
Mary Meehan
★★★★★
a year ago
We began working with FirstLight in October of 2024. The peace of mind that our care person has brought to our family has been a true gift! To know that there is someone in the home looking out for the well being of your loved ones is … More immeasurable! She has been caring, dependable, VERY attentive to the needs of our parents and brings a bright light into the home everyday. Sande, the owner, told us we could expect the best and time has proven her to be correct:) -
Kristie Brokaw
★★★★★
5 years ago
Sande, Rachel and the entire team at FirstLight are wonderful! They provided excellent care for my elderly father during our time of need. They were so compassionate and their empathic care, communication and overall kindness made a very … More difficult time for our family that much more bearable.
I highly recommend FirstLight to anyone who needs their loved ones care for. -
Lyn Sutton
★★★★★
8 years ago
There are no words to truly express the gratitude I have for the entire FirstLight McHenry team. From the moment of my first contact with Sande, I was treated with compassion for not only my mother but myself. The entire team has been amazing … More and truly care for the patient and the family. Sande has been able to anticipate things I didn't even know I would need. Scheduling has been very flexible with me and as my moms situation changed they picked up the slack quickly, efficiently and professionally. I would recommend this agency highly. -
Donna Fischer
★★★★★
3 years ago
I cannot say enough good things about the staff at FirstLight Home Care. The staff was extremely accommodating to my mother's every need. They were professional in the way they worked with both my mother and myself. Most importantly, … More everyone we encountered during this difficult period was kind. That means the most to us. Thanks to everyone at FirstLight for the wonderful service. -
Carol Garrett
★★★★★
a year ago
Every one of the caregivers I have met is great. They are always smiling and very helpful. I would recommend FirstLight to anyone who needs in home care. -
Rubie Patino
★★★★★
a year ago
What a great Agency to work along with Especially with Kirstien Young . Makes a workday Much easier, and it brings me joy to see the family getting great care. -
Chris & Carlyn Heczko & Housh
★★★★★
3 years ago
First Light is an amazing agency! Sande and Beth are fantastic to work with- every time I stop by the office I am welcomed with big smiles- the compassion they show is reflected through the care they provide! Highly recommend! -
Marcia
★★★★★
5 years ago
The caregivers do a great job working with my mom, who has been dealing with both the confusion of dementia and chronic pain. Rachel the office manager and owner Sandy have been great at handling special requests I have, as well as being … More flexible and responsive in adjusting scheduling and care as my mom's needs change. Everyone here has been really good to work with. I particularly appreciate how easy it is to reach them when anything comes up, as I'm out of state and rely on them for information as well as care-giving assistance.

Client Reviews
I am so thankful I found First Light Home Care (McHenry County). My husband had extensive spine surgery. We were not anticipating the need for home health services during recovery, but quickly realized that I could not be the sole caregiver and still do other necessary things — like sleep. Luckily, First Light was able to fill in within a day or two of speaking with them. Each staff person I spoke with was professional, yet friendly, and did their best to accommodate our needs with scheduling. The caregivers were a joy to have here. They were warm, interesting and ready to lend a hand. We were worried it would be awkward to have a caregiver in our home, but they made it easy. We highly recommend First Light of McHenry.
- T O
We began working with FirstLight in October of 2024. The peace of mind that our care person has brought to our family has been a true gift! To know that there is someone in the home looking out for the well being of your loved ones is immeasurable! She has been caring, dependable, VERY attentive to the needs of our parents and brings a bright light into the home everyday. Sande, the owner, told us we could expect the best and time has proven her to be correct:)
- Mary Meehan
Sande, Rachel and the entire team at FirstLight are wonderful! They provided excellent care for my elderly father during our time of need. They were so compassionate and their empathic care, communication and overall kindness made a very difficult time for our family that much more bearable.
I highly recommend FirstLight to anyone who needs their loved ones care for.
- Kristie Brokaw
There are no words to truly express the gratitude I have for the entire FirstLight McHenry team. From the moment of my first contact with Sande, I was treated with compassion for not only my mother but myself. The entire team has been amazing and truly care for the patient and the family. Sande has been able to anticipate things I didn’t even know I would need. Scheduling has been very flexible with me and as my moms situation changed they picked up the slack quickly, efficiently and professionally. I would recommend this agency highly.
- Lyn Sutton
I cannot say enough good things about the staff at FirstLight Home Care. The staff was extremely accommodating to my mother’s every need. They were professional in the way they worked with both my mother and myself. Most importantly, everyone we encountered during this difficult period was kind. That means the most to us. Thanks to everyone at FirstLight for the wonderful service.
- Donna Fischer
Every one of the caregivers I have met is great. They are always smiling and very helpful. I would recommend FirstLight to anyone who needs in home care.
- Carol Garrett
What a great Agency to work along with Especially with Kirstien Young . Makes a workday Much easier, and it brings me joy to see the family getting great care.
- Rubie Patino
First Light is an amazing agency! Sande and Beth are fantastic to work with- every time I stop by the office I am welcomed with big smiles- the compassion they show is reflected through the care they provide! Highly recommend!
- Chris & Carlyn Heczko & Housh
The caregivers do a great job working with my mom, who has been dealing with both the confusion of dementia and chronic pain. Rachel the office manager and owner Sandy have been great at handling special requests I have, as well as being flexible and responsive in adjusting scheduling and care as my mom’s needs change. Everyone here has been really good to work with. I particularly appreciate how easy it is to reach them when anything comes up, as I’m out of state and rely on them for information as well as care-giving assistance.
- Marcia
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