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Find special needs adult care in Carol Stream, IL that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Carol Stream, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 4 years

Special needs adult care in Carol Stream, IL

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Heather W.


Carol Stream, IL

$18-23/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Warrior

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I love helping people with special needs strengthen their gifts and talents. Positive reinforcement is key. I make learning fun! I even make chores fun! There is something so sweet about seeing someone excited about accomplishing something new!
I am typically familiar with autism and a lot of the behaviors along the way! Mostly I deal with toddlers as youngest to the teen ages. I understand that all behaviors are different and have seen a variety of them across new kiddos at my full time job. I'm currently open to new disabilities as I am a fast learner that can...

Amanda G.


Carol Stream, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Amanda G.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all, I have two years experience caring for children with special needs, including autism, epilepsy, and ADHD. I use doctor recommended strategies and techniques to provide emotional and physical support to my clients and their families. I look forward to meeting with you!
5.0
"We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until we just moved out of state and we wish we could've...

Julia O.

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Trishana C.


Carol Stream, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Trishana, I've Been A Caregiver For 10 Years.

I'd describe my personality as very caring, understanding & outgoing. I like caring for seniors because it's something I've done since a child (11 years old) I'm looking for a job where I can grow in my career. I started caring for seniors when when I was 11 years old, helping my grandma with my disabled uncle & his...
Trishana can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Ashlynn S.


Carol Stream, IL

$19-24/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver, Senior Care, Nanny, Animal Caretaker

I have been taking care of the elderly for about 2 years, but in this country I only have one year of experience guaranteed.I am very good at my job, my clients have a lot of appreciation for me. I am looking for new opportunities and have my flexible schedule to be able to share time with my family. I am brave, patient, humble,...
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Gina S.


Wheaton, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Gina Marie's Concierge Service

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gina Marie (NON-AGENCY) and I offer the following services: * Friendly Companionship * Bathing and Dressing * Errands * Light Housekeeping * Meal preparation * Medication Reminder * Shopping * Flexible Hourly Care * Transportation * Certified in Memory Loss and Human Services...
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Clemonce M.


Wheaton, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.
5.0
"Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and kind! And is a very hard worker! She compassionate and...

Elle A.

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Holly P.


Saint Charles, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

I truly enjoy helping all populations, Seniors, Children and special need clients. I have experience working with all listed above.
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Noel B.


Lombard, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Noël and I live in Villa Park, IL. I have a significant amount of experience caring for special needs individuals as I have a younger brother, Joshua, who is Autistic - he is my pride and my joy! In addition to caring for him, I assisted my parents with facilitating an at home early intervention program...
5.0
"Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel."

Clint S.

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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time / As Needed Care Giver Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Lorraine. I m 34yrs old. I'm a certified nurses assistant and have completed 3 yrs towards a nursing degree. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am naturally patient, loving and nurturing. I believe in treating the people I care for with respect and as though they are a...
5.0
"Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again. She was so nice and a pleasure to have with me as I recovered. 5 stars!"

Susan C.

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Kotoko M.


Schaumburg, IL

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience taking care of seniors with dementia, stroke victims and with mental disabilities. I have worked as a sous chef and have knowledge of healthy meal planning.
Kotoko can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, errands
5.0
"Kotoko is a great communicator. She is honest, intelligent, and dependable. She was punctual and completed the job to perfection. I highly recommend her."

Margaret H.

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Tamara A.


West Chicago, IL

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked for help at home which was Lutheran social services prior to that I've worked with many different clients ranging from dementia and Parkinson's disease along with special need children I've worked for over 12 years
Tamara can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"A joy to have around. Does the little things that count."

Robert And Susan F.

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Wendy P.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving Caregiver Seeking Part Time Position To Make A Positive Difference

If you are looking for a kind, patient and compassionate person to assist you or your loved one, I could be just what you are looking for. I am seeking a part time position to provide companionship and assistance with other needs such as light house work, errands, meal prep., appointments, etc. I am energetic, out-going,...
5.0
"We had Wendy babysit our newborn daughter a few hours a week to give me some relief while on maternity leave. She is a rockstar. I knew leaving the house my baby was in amazing and experience hands. I truly appreciated having her so that I could get out of the...

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Gretchen V.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced Senior & Disability Caregiver. I help with preparing meals, laundry, running errands, Dr. appointments & companionship. I am experienced with bathing, feeding, toileting & administering medications. I managed a five-person caregiving team for two years, including schedule & medication management. I'm trained...
Gretchen can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, errands, companionship & more
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Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Gretchen has been with us for a couple months now. She is reliable, kind and easy to get along with. She helps my husband with his OT/PT daily exercise routines as well his ADL's. It is clear she is invested in his overall health. She even helped me create a daily...

Charron B.

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Emily C.


Lombard, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have grown up with 3 cousins with Muscular Dystrophy and have spent my whole life helping them. I have assisted another family with two boys with Muscular Dystrophy and was a caregiver for them. I have worked at Seaspar, Easter Seals, Marklund Home and have been working in schools for many years. This allowed me to care with a...
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Patricia C.


Elgin, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I received my degree in Psychology in 1997. I believe it is imperative to have a stable & structured environment. I have a passion for nurturing and educating young & adult minds. My journey in special needs began with fulfilling special need roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting peoples lives. My approach...
Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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Lynda B.


Schaumburg, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

With 14 years of experience as a senior home health provider, I specialize in caring for individuals with neurological disorders including but not limited to Alzheimer's Dementia, MS, ALS, Parkinson's offering compassionate and personalized care. Services Offered: Personal Care/Bathing Light House Keeping Meal Preparations...
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Megan K.


Lisle, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Megan! I'm a 33yo mother of 2, I have 2 dogs, and I love to travel. My healthcare experience began in 2013, working as a CNA for individuals with cerebral palsy and other profound disabilities. In 2015 I transferred to a therapeutic day school, working as a paraprofessional with children on the autism spectrum. In 2018...
Hello! My Name is Nick I am Studying special education at Western Michigan university, I am also on the lacrosse team at WMU. I have 2 years of experience working in schools in the Kalamazoo area. Last summer I was a summer camp counselor at the YMCA in Grand Haven MI, providing child care for children 4-15.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Carol Stream, IL

Amanda G.

5.0

We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until we just moved out of state and we wish we could've brought her with us. She was caring,...

- Julia O.

Clemonce M.

5.0

Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and kind! And is a very hard worker! She compassionate and without a doubt very supportive.

- Elle A.

Noel B.

5.0

Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel.

- Clint S.

Lorraine G.

5.0

Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again. She was so nice and a pleasure to have with me as I recovered. 5 stars!

- Susan C.

Kotoko M.

5.0

Kotoko is a great communicator. She is honest, intelligent, and dependable. She was punctual and completed the job to perfection. I highly recommend her.

- Margaret H.

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