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Special needs adult care in Gurnee, IL

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Sandra G.


Waukegan, IL

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

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I do not have any paid experience I only have personal experience with my 6 1/2-year-old son. He is low functioning autism, global development delay, apraxia, hyperactivity. I am very loving and understanding and reliable. I have also many years experience as a full time nanny.
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Katie S.


Zion, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

I currently am working in the special education department as a paraprofessional for freshman through seniors at Naperville North High School. I have worked in the special education department at a couple different schools the past few years. I have cared for students and children of various ages with very diverse disabilities...
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Colleen M.


Mundelein, IL

$15-20/hr

Part Time Caregiver Available For Special Needs Children And Adults In Powers Lake/ Twin Lakes

Extensive experience with children and adults of various abilities, especially with Adaptive Water Sports
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Rebecca L.


Mundelein, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience with emotional, mental, physical and medical special needs. I can take care of kids or adults. I have experience with epi pen, insulin, feeding tube, non-verbal, autism, wheel chairs, and hoyer.
I have been doing nursing home and at home care for 15+ years. I started in high school and loved it so much I continued on into my adult years. I love working with other individuals and feel when you work one on one you can be more personal and give more attention to the individual then you can in a nursing home. When your able...
I don't have any paid experience. Nonetheless, a kid with special needs was back in high school. I helped him during gym class. I don't even know why he was in our gym class, but I helped and encouraged him. The best act I ever carried out in high school was teaching him how to jump rope. I know it was not much, but when I...
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Riley B.


Lake Villa, IL

$18-22/hr1 yrs exp

I'm currently working at a place where I help others with Autism, and I would like to help more and grow outside of my work as well!
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Marjorie B.


Lake Villa, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Caregiver Home Visits Or Part-Time Caregiver

Caring, compassion, skillful, honest and outgoing registered nurse with vast experience in home care visits, including ADL's, IV management, medication administration, hospice, & wound care in pediatrics and geriatrics.
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Domonique D.


Zion, IL

$16/hr7 yrs exp

Bubbly Individual With A Background In Education

Hello Everyone , My name is Domonique but everyone calls me Dee. I currently work as a Teachers Assistant in the public school system. I am looking to provide summer care for children infancy through school age. I can provide care in my home as well as yours. I also have a background in working with children and adults with...
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Roslynn W.


Mundelein, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Health Care Professional

4.2

(5)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am very interested in a Caregiver position. My strong caregiving background coupled with several professional experiences uniquely qualifies me for this job. Along with my First Aid and CPR Certifications, and 10 years of extensive experience in caregiving, I am confident in my ability to become a key member of your team. My...
Roslynn can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Roslynn has gone above and beyond several times when caring for my mother. She is intelligent and a wonderful companion to Mom. I know that Mom will always be safe in her care. (The cats like her, too!)"

Rebecca C.

Lauren K.


Zion, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have dealt with kids that have been sick and don't mind getting dirty. I have a great amount of patience. I have had my CNA and have taken many medical classes so understanding what a child is going through or why is something I get. I love children and want them to succeed.

Samantha K.


Antioch, IL

$15-22/hr4 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hi! I have been a care taker/babysitter for 4+ years for special needs infants, children, teens, and adults. I am CPR certified, and EMT certified. I would love to help and spend time with you loved ones.

Barbara K.


Antioch, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Available Part Time

Hello! I have experience working with the DD waiver community, senior citizens, and animals (mostly cats, but I'm a dog lover too). I have loads of direct care experience working with behavioral issues and individuals with seizure disorders and individuals with low to no vision as well.
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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Are you looking for a quality elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 19+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have...
Laimute can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her."

Irene K.

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..
Lavinia can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Licensed Nurse

5.0
" Lavinia is a treasure. She cared for my wife until she passed of Parkinson's and dementia on Memorial Day. My wife loved Lavinia. She cared for my wife for nearly two years and became "family." Lavinia was always positive and a self starter. Always a delight...

Kendon B.

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Rhonda L.


McHenry, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Rhonda. I am CNA Certified and also have my certificate in dialysis. I have been doing home healthcare for the past 8 years. I recently cared for a gentlemen that's wheelchair bound and has heart, renal and diabetes. I transfer him from bed to wheelchair, to bathing, to dressing, prepare and serve meals, check...
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Judith C.


Palatine, IL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver and Respite Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with all ages and a wide variety of special needs clients. I have 14 plus years of experience both professionally and personally. I have a BA degree and am certified in CPR, CPI, DSP and QRMP. I've done substitute teaching in IL and taken First Aid. I love this line of work and can honestly say that I love going to...
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Caitlin L.


Wauconda, IL

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Full/part Time Caregiver

I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.
5.0
"Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she provides to families! I'm blown away by her skills, her determination, and her attention to detail. If you hire...

Alexis A.

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Jeffery H.


Cary, IL

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Autism Life Coach

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Jeff. I am a Autism Life Coach. I work with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disorders, Behavior Disorders, and Learning Disabilities. My experience is extensive beginning as a Substitute Teacher in the public schools, as well worked as a Paraprofessional/Job Coach Coordinator at a non-public...
5.0
"What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with autism a ton!!"

Dawn C.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Gurnee, IL

Roslynn W.

5.0

Roslynn has been super sweet to work with. She has shown so much care and provided me with so much love. Her work ethic speaks for itself. She’s on time every day and will work long hours if need be. Helps with all my household needs. Roslynn is so compassionate and understanding. I have had many...

- Care member

Laimute B.

5.0

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her.

- Irene K.

Lavinia B.

5.0

Professional, patient, kind, conscientious, dependable, just an outstanding caregiver, recommend her 110%.

- Care member

Caitlin L.

5.0

Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she provides to families! I'm blown away by her skills, her determination, and her attention to detail. If you hire her, you will not be disappointed...

- Alexis A.

Jeffery H.

5.0

What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with autism a ton!!

- Dawn C.

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