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Rebecca S.


DeKalb, IL

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part- Or Full-time Caregiver Available

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I did respite care for a boy with ASD and have experience working with children with severe disabilities.
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Angelic B.


DeKalb, IL

$16-27/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a CNA for 10 years working with many individuals with mental health conditions and other health conditions. I'm patient and a quick learner to understand and help with ADL's.
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Beth M.


DeKalb, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi, my name is Beth! I am looking for a summer nanny position from June to August of 2015 and am open for occasional date nights as well. I started babysitting when I was 12 for the kids in my neighborhood. In high school I worked in a camp ground during the summer doing activities with kids. After high school, I nannied for a...
My name is Lanetta , I go by Lala. I have a little over 7 years of babysitting/nanny experience. I've worked with children of all ages and all abilities and disabilities. I am loving, patient, kind, and have a passion for caring for children. I am currently an elementary education major at Northern Illinois University! As for...
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Jennifer D.


Sycamore, IL

$21-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I've been caring for children for about 18 years now. I professionally nannied for 6 years. I'd love to meet and help your family with whatever care you need!
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Kelsey S.


Sycamore, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Extremely Kind And Passionate Caregiver Looking for Senior Care Job

Hello, my name is Kelsey. I have helped care for children and adults for more than 10 years. My brother was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2005. Since then I have wanted to give back or help anyway I can. Volunteer for a cancer society helping patients get to and from doctors appointments, help run Peotone Relay For Life...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation, personal care
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Ashley F.


Sycamore, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Helping Our Unique Friends

I am a certified teacher and am licensed to have children with special needs in my classroom. My step-brother is autistic, so are his friends that come over. I have had experience with a variety of disabilities, from EBD, Downs Syndrome, Autism, cerebral Palsy, and more. I do believe that every child is different and cannot be...
Hello, my name is Ella.. and I am 18 years old. I am the oldest daughter of 8 siblings. I have a helpful mindset. I am very willing to do what is needed. Being around young kids often, I am very patient and love finding fun things to do.
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Lisa E.


Sugar Grove, IL

$15-28/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Private In Home Caregiver

5.0

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Hello! I am an experienced caregiver, both personally and professionally. I actually owned and operated a home care business however I prefer to build the trust and relationship that comes with providing 1:1 care. I prefer to work with children or young adults with special needs, however I have a wide variety of experience...
5.0
"Lisa answered a plea for help as a caregiver to my quadriplegic husband who recently went on a ventilator and feeding tube. She came with experience in both and attended training before he was released home. She has management and organizational skills that have...

Valerie E.

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Sherry D.


Hampshire, IL

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Warm And Patient Childcare Provider Available For Full-time Or Part-time/occassional Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Worked 4 day weeks as a Nanny for 5 years with child diagnosed within Autism Spectrum with some developmental delays. Child was 2 1/2 - 7 1/2 years old during this period. Also cared for younger sibling who was 2 years younger and required standard care. Continued occasional date night care through now, children are now 13 and...
5.0
"Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She is wonderful with him and my daughter! There kids always look forward to her coming over because they know they'll have a...

Rhonda H.

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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, companionship & more
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Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Susan was kind and caring with my mother. She was always very attentive and spent her time talking and interacting with her. "

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Paula M.


Rochelle, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Since 2016., I have been a caregiver for a C6 female incomplete Quadriplegic, ROM exercises, bowel program, bathing and dressing. Light housework. All transfers in and out of the wheelchair done with a slide board. My daughter was born with a Grade II IVH, acquired Hydrocephalic and is mildly delayed. I had my Mother live in my...
5.0
"Absolutely excellent caregiver. Good communicator, punctual and efficient, personable and thoughtful. We will always look to Paula for any future needs."

Stuart W.

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Lyndsey O.


Rochelle, IL

$15-16/hr6 yrs exp

I worked at opportunity house in sycamore with adults with disabilities for 6 years. I absolutely loved my job and loved helping each client. I loved to watch as they learned a new way of life as an independent adult.
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Norma T.


Sugar Grove, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Excellent Resource For Any Special Needs

I have extensive experience caring for both adults, children, infants and babies with special needs. I am extremely patient and careful not just with how I approach the care duties but also, partnering with the parents and guardians responsible in the care plan or regular duties and schedules. I am honest, dependable and very...
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Lori W.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-40/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Educated Woman To Lend A Hand With Your Loved Ones

I am a college-educated mom in my mid-50s. I have a nearly empty nest after raising my two children and am looking to earn some extra income. I have experience caring for children of all ages, senior citizens and people with special needs. Having a special needs brother taught me patience, caring and sensitivity early in my...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, transportation, errands
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Stephany D.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

Brazilian, Catholic

Patient, compassionate, careful I started caring for people with special needs when I was 17y I used to be volunteer in hospital for kids with cancer. When I was 19y I went to Argentina to be a volunteer in a home care with people from 5 years old to seniors, they was all peoples with special needs, some mild autism to severe...
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Martha L.


Elburn, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Brief Description of My Experience With Special Needs Children

I have worked with children with special needs since I was a child when my own mother got involved with children with special needs. My mothers brother that was Down's Syndrome and we cared for him. I also worked with and autistic teenager for 3 years. While in Asia during 2004 when the Asian Tsunami occurred, my husband and I...
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Darlene F.


Hampshire, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

My Job Is Very Rewarding To Me/Special Needs Available

I have had many rewarding clients and they all have touched my life in a special way. I love what I do.
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Cheryl J.


Hampshire, IL

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Cheryl, I have been a caregiver for 8 years. I have cared for all ages and all different needs including; paralysis, cerebral palsy and autism. Thanks!
I'm a very outgoing person. I love helping and taking care of others. I have been doing in home care for over 10 years. I have also worked with adults with disabilities for a few years. I clean houses as well. I have 3 beautiful children. Twins that will be 7 in August and a little boy that will be 4 in August. I'm an open book...
Lyndsey can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in DeKalb, IL

Lisa E.

5.0

Lisa answered a plea for help as a caregiver to my quadriplegic husband who recently went on a ventilator and feeding tube. She came with experience in both and attended training before he was released home. She has management and organizational skills that have enabled me to be less stressed...

- Valerie E.

Sherry D.

5.0

Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She is wonderful with him and my daughter! There kids always look forward to her coming over because they know they'll have a good time! I totally trust her with my...

- Rhonda H.

Susan E.

5.0

She was a 24/7 caregiver for my husband on hospice. She was devoted to his care, turning him, tending his meds, taking vitals and she helped me with household things. I found her to be respectful of property, honest, dependable, and a very positive attitude.

- Care member

Paula M.

5.0

Absolutely excellent caregiver. Good communicator, punctual and efficient, personable and thoughtful. We will always look to Paula for any future needs.

- Stuart W.

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