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Lydia C.


Collinsville, IL

$20-28/hr

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Hi! My name is Lydia! Some of my experiences working with special needs is I grew up with a sister who had SMA, two younger siblings with Down Syndrome and a younger brother with Cerebral Palsy. I've helped take care of my sister who has SMA( spinal muscular atrophy) she needed lots of hands on care. So that meant I took her to...

Michelle C.


Belleville, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Cna/Hha

5.0

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I've cared for seniors or disabled for 15 years, its all I've ever done. I've cared for stroke survivors, dementia patients, quadriplegic patients, and so on. I come with a team of women ready to do 24's who are very professional, caring, and dependable.
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Out of the dozens of caregivers we interacted with for my mom's care, Michelle was the shining light that actually cared, was always committed and reliable and was very skilled. She's the best and anyone would be lucky to have here care for their family member."

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Hello! My name is Alex. I just got out of the Army in January and I'm looking to get into the work force. I worked at an assisted living center for people with disabilities, including elderly residents, for a year and a half before going active duty.
Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep

Victoria B.


Belleville, IL

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hello! I am a 27-year-old mother of 2. (8yr old boy & 6yr old girl). I have about a year of experience as a Direct Support Professional/ DSP Lead/ Independent Living Coach. This was my favorite job I have ever had. I love building rapport with my clients. They seem more like family at the end of the day. I have experience...

Elizabeth T.


Collinsville, IL

$17-23/hr3 yrs exp

Passion For Caregiving.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I treat everyone as family. I am 40 years old and mother of four children. Looking for work in between these short school hours. I have work in healthcare in the past also went to college for a medical assistant, but life had other plans. I have a son who has Cerebral palsy With multiple conditions. I've learned a lot taking...
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Kristen F.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! My name is Kristen and I live in St Louis, MO. I am very passionate about offering quality care, having fun & being silly! I have 15+ years of experience with childcare, running leisure activities and assisting with activities of daily living while encouraging growth. I've worked in school, camp, and in -home settings....
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Caroline F.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

Hi there! I had the joy of teaching kids with Autism for 1 year. I completed the 40-hour online training to become a Registered Behavior Technician. I taught various domains in each child's treatment plan developed by the BCBA such as social, receptive and expressive language, behavior feeding, hygiene, cognitive, motor skills,...
5.0
"Caroline is our go to babysitter for our 1 year old daughter, and we are so grateful we found someone we can 100% trust! Our daughter E loves Caroline. Caroline had a lot of experience with kids so she knows exactly what to do (this is hard to find someone you...

Jessica D.

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Abbi B.


Dupo, IL

$16-50/hr4 yrs exp

I am 20 years old, currently in college for Speech-Language Pathology, and have lots of experience with children ranging in age from infants and toddlers to pre-teens!
5.0
"Abbi is the best babysitter! She has the best personality and is so easy to get along with. She has cared for my 2 kids since they were babies. She always puts their safety first and keeps them having a fun and exciting time! "

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Rebecca H.


Granite City, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs, I Have You Covered.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with a very pleasant young lady who had chromosome birth defects that left her non verbal and with a g button for feeding and all medicines. I worked with her for about 4 years at a paid level. Still see her at family functions. Any questions please ask.
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Mary S.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I have worked with children in various capacities for 15 years and am particularly drawn to those families dealing with special needs. Aside from that particular passion, working with children in general is rewarding no matter what the circumstances are. I enjoy taking the time to get to know them and what makes them unique as...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently in nursing school so I have a lot of experience with medical issues and specials needs!
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Lisa A.


Saint Louis, MO

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Activity Assistant/caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with psych, currently working with the Alzheimer's Dementia residents I have experience with advanced Alzheimer's dementia certification. I am currently working with down syndrome residents as well with residents who are ambulatory. I have a recent copy of background check upon request.
5.0
"Lisa has been a blessing for our family. We have 2 sons that she takes care of for us before school. One of our sons is a child with Autism, non-verbal, and can be difficult at times. She jumped right in to take the job, and has done an amazing job with our boys....

Katie B.

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Kaneika M.


Saint Louis, MO

$35/hr10 yrs exp

I have 20+ years in senior care. I can provide care to the elderly and disable clients in a professional and compassionate manner. I can assist with meal preparation, personal hygiene, and bathroom needs, vitals recording and administering medications according to prescription schedule. License and insured driver. I have worked...
Kaneika can also help with: Home modification, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"She is a professional caring worker and I would recommend her to anyone."

Kelly N.

Hi there, I'm Anastasia! I am looking for a job that I enjoy more which is why I came to this type of work. I would love to help make your life easier and assist! I have worked for people with special needs through DORS and Acumen. I have never worked with senior citizens, but I would love the opportunity. I currently work in...
Anastasia can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Jennifer N.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Strongly Believe That, Helping The Needy And Offering Care And Support, Is My Calling From Above.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Having worked for several years with the most vulnerable population, which includes, the elderly and the special needs, I posses proven skills in Handling emergencies, ability to work on multiple tasks, dealing with a diversified range of patients. I have worked in hospital settings, nursing home, private homes and public...
Jennifer can also help with: Respite care, dementia, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Rachel K.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Senior Care/respite

Hi! I consider myself a kind, reliable, energetic, and patient caregiver. I got into this field taking care of adults with disabilities in group home settings during college. I continued doing similar work as an in-home caregiver for a young man with special needs while I was in graduate school. I currently work as a licensed...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, dementia, light cleaning
I am currently teacher but I have nannied for the last few years. I'm looking for the opportunity to help a family while I finish school.
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Olivia W.


Edwardsville, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver For Assisted Living Individuals

Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a private Senior Caregiver for assisted living individuals. I have the privilege of attending to the elderly and special needs community in their homes. I have gained great experience in working with individuals who have Autism, Dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Cerebral Palsy, tube feeds, epileptic...
Olivia can also help with: Mobility assistance, specialized care, companionship, dementia, personal care, live-in home care & more
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Caitie G.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Intentional Babysitter

Hi there! I have been caregiving on / off between travels for 4 years now. I've worked at an arts based after school care program for children with special needs. I have nanny experience and I love the wonder & enthusiasm children bring into my life. I work especially well with Autism and adhd children.
Hello my name is Lizaya. I went to south tech where I learned how to do hands on CNA care for 2 years. My first year we read the manual & practiced what we learned on fake people. The second year we went out to delmar gardens south everyday for the school year to take care of patients. I loved it and I am also with a company now...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Fairview Heights, IL

Michelle C.

5.0

Out of the dozens of caregivers we interacted with for my mom's care, Michelle was the shining light that actually cared, was always committed and reliable and was very skilled. She's the best and anyone would be lucky to have here care for their family member.

- Care member

Caroline F.

5.0

Caroline is our go to babysitter for our 1 year old daughter, and we are so grateful we found someone we can 100% trust! Our daughter E loves Caroline. Caroline had a lot of experience with kids so she knows exactly what to do (this is hard to find someone you truly trust). Caroline asks all the...

- Jessica D.

Abbi B.

5.0

Abbi is a natural with children. She teaches Vacation Bible School every summer and serves in her church nursery. She’s well spoken and sweet- and children adore her.

- Care member

Lisa A.

5.0

Lisa has been a blessing for our family. We have 2 sons that she takes care of for us before school. One of our sons is a child with Autism, non-verbal, and can be difficult at times. She jumped right in to take the job, and has done an amazing job with our boys. She even drives our other son to...

- Katie B.

Kaneika M.

5.0

Families would enjoy having her as a worker. Always dependable, on time, enjoy and love her career and very dedicated. You will feel as if she's a part of your family not just a worker.

- Jayda T.

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