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Special needs adult care in Cedar Lake, IN

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Yasmeen F.


Highland, IN

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-22/hr5 yrs exp

I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
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Darra J.


Merrillville, IN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

My Passion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a certified nursing assistant with 11 years of experience. My experience is diverse with a combination of hospital, home health and long-term care. In 2021, I was inspired to start a business in home health care after the passing of my grandmother who had Alzheimer's disease. I pride myself in working hard and am...
Darra can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Darra took very good care of me. She helped out when I needed her the most. She is professional and kind. Does what is needed and more "

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Patricia B.


Chicago Heights, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter/ Companion-Certified Nursing Assistant

4.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've Worked Hands On With Special Needs Children in a School Environment and Adults As A Sitter While Hospitalized. My Special Needs Experience With Children Was With Primary Age To Intermediate Age At A. E. R. O, ECHO And SPEED Special Education, From1997 To 2000. I Worked As A Sitter from 2015 to 2019 At St. James Hospital For...
5.0
"She does a great job with my daughter, very kind."

Julia O.

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Laura M.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been an ICU nurse for 13yrs, but with a move across the country 2x, and no bachelor's degree, I was only able to find a job as a private home care nurse. And I fell in love with it!! I have cared for 2 special needs children in their home, including g-tube feedings, CPAP mask, nebulizers, etc.
5.0
"Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a...

Keri M.

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Jeanne S.


Gary, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Life At Its Fullest

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Jean and I do home health care. I am looking for a position for overnight care. I am experienced in dementia care, hospice care, developmentally disabled care and more. I have worked with infants thru adults. I have a job in an agency but would like to work a bit more. This would 2-3 nights or so a week. Hours...
Jeanne can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"Jeanne is bubbly and pleasant. She arrives on time and is responsible. She is a team player and works well with others. She communicates with us on a daily basis to let us know how things are going. Jeanne is responsible, dependable and knowledgeable. We are lucky...

Tom B.

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Toni D.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Most Caring Care Giver

Hi, My name is Toni. I have worked with developmentally disabled adults for 25 years and still working with same company. I have been experienced and trained through work with many different types of dementias Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke. I've worked for many years in home care and hospital settings in hospice/palliative...
Toni can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

3.0
"Toni worked for us caring for my Mom for 3 weeks and then called in sick and stop showing up. She was an ok caregiver but not reliable. "

Tami G.

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Heidi S.


Griffith, IN

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Elderly Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm 41 responsible cna with 20 years of elderly care I have done home care, long term care, dementia care, stroke and disable care I'm able to help with adl, errands, feeding tubes, medication management, drs appts, house cleaning including laundry I'm flexible and able to help with what ever is needed I have a great...
Heidi can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Loving, compassionate friendly."

Cathy E.

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Detra J.


Chicago Heights, IL

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nursing Student Seeking Employment

10+ years of nursing assistant experience. I provided and/or assisted clients in ADL's (grooming, bathing, eating, dressing etc). Vitals signs, ambulating, transferring/ w device, colostomy care, risk assessments, EPIC & POC charting. Mental Health Technicians provided Nursing Care for intellectual disabled Individuals, ability...
Detra can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, hospice services, personal care, specialized care
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Detra is am amazing young lady, she took care of my mother when she was put on hospice care. Detra was good, my mother love her so much to the point she didn’t want anyone to do anything for her, only Detra could. Detra cares about her patients. She is very clean...

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Kesheva P.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
5.0
"I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does."

Susan M.

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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$18-25/hr

Helping Professional

Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have four years of experience in baby sitting and care taking. I am experienced in working with individuals with special needs as well as mental, physical, intellectual, and developmental challenges. I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2022 and received my bachelor's...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation
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Amy G.


Hobart, IN

$8-20/hr1 yrs exp

For the past 4 years I have been a substitute teacher. I am currently assisting in a high school special education room and have been assigned to this room for the full school year. I have also worked for a year as a DSP in a supported living home for adults with special needs. I am interested in providing respite care for...
Amy can also help with: Respite care
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Moumou G.


Dolton, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hardworking

I've been a caregiver for the past 9 years l've worked With my mother after I love the jops I be come a caregiver worked with autism, Alzheimer's, patients and people with physical disabilities I'd describe my personality as hardworking and good communication I have learnt how to be patient I like caring for seniors because...
Moumou can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Alysia S.


Griffith, IN

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I love careing for people. I have experiance with many different kinds of people. Children. Toddlers. Babies. Elderly . Dementia. Special needs.
Alysia can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Patricia K.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver For Seniors Or Special Needs

Hello my name is Tricia, I am currently a live in caregiver I have been at this job for three and a half years. I love my job and I love my patient she has suffer a bad Brain Aneurysm and requires 24 hour care. I am looking for a full time job with no weekends. The only reason I am leaving is I no longer want to live outside my...
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Kathleen G.


Hobart, IN

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Helper

I have worked with several families from care. com at different times over the past 18 years. I am capable of caring for disabled children in many spectrums, as well as adults with challenges. I am willing to cook and clean up after ourselves in the kitchen. I am also willing to help out with their laundry. I have an insured car...
Hi I'm currently an DSP at a group home which I support clients with intellectual disabilities. I have been working in this field for over 5-6 years. I have great social skills and I love what I do. I'd describe my personality as caring, loving and compassionate I like caring for seniors because
Lashelle can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, errands, light cleaning
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Kesheva P.


Chicago Heights, IL

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

3 Years Of General Geriatric Experience

Hello, I am very dependable and motivated young lady. I have been caring for pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics for over 7 years. Most of my experience is expertises in clients diagnosed with various intellectual and physical disabilities. I have a well grounded background in self-care, feeding, grooming, and community...
Kesheva can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, respite care, light cleaning & more

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Cedar Lake, IN

Darra J.

5.0

Darra is amazing! She helped my mom who was in home hospice with dementia during the final weeks of her life. Darra is very skilled and knowledgeable. She has a calming and pleasant disposition. She was very supportive for both me and my mother. Even though my mom was not awake much, Darra thought...

- Shavon F.

Patricia B.

5.0

She does a great job with my daughter, very kind.

- Julia O.

Laura M.

5.0

Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a parent knowing I could leave my...

- Keri M.

Jeanne S.

5.0

Jeanne is bubbly and pleasant. She arrives on time and is responsible. She is a team player and works well with others. She communicates with us on a daily basis to let us know how things are going. Jeanne is responsible, dependable and knowledgeable. We are lucky to have her.

- Tom B.

Toni D.

3.0

Toni worked for us caring for my Mom for 3 weeks and then called in sick and stop showing up. She was an ok caregiver but not reliable.

- Tami G.

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