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60 special needs adult care are listed in Highwood, IL
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 5 years
Special needs adult care in Highwood, IL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses.
As a public school teacher of many...
5.0
"Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive,...
Ann D.
Jennifer B.
Highwood, IL
$20-25/hr
I've worked with kids that have special needs for over 10 years, and it is truly my passion and so lucky that I get to do this as my job! They bring so much joy to my life!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
- [x] Morning, my name is Precent, I am a male caregiver/ companion and special needs care provider with a vast amount of experience, over 8 years of paid work experience. I do homemaking, non medical Homecare, companionship, personal assistant duties and help with personal hygiene. My first goal is my clients safety and comfort...
5.0
"Precent did an amazing job with my father before he went into a nursing home. What I appreciated most about him was that he kept me up to date with anything dealing with my father. There was an incident where he accompanied my father to the hospital
And was able...
Toni W.
5.0
(1)
Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 10 + extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life.
5.0
"Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a great personality and engages people in conversation etc...my parents both loved "Our Lavinia" as my mom would...
Susan W.
4.8
(4)
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: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CPR
Wound Care
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.
Laimute B.
Lake Forest, IL
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, home modification, live-in home care & 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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...
5.0
"Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "
Darleena W.
Precent M.
Prospect Heights, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Male caregiver with 9 years of paid Work experience, I love my work with a passion. Have worked with many families and have great references and reviews as well as very clean background. Please check out my reviews and contact me for excellent care for your loved ones, thanks again.
5.0
"Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him."
Kari H.
I have had experience working with adults with special needs. I would take them to do one on one activities, provide needed personal care, and administer medication.
Abigail can also help with: Hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I enjoy spending time with the elderly. So much to learn from them. I can definitely say that my life was greatly enriched while provide help and assistance to the elderly. Learning from their life experience and wisdom made me a better person.
I have personal and work experience assisting those with special needs due to aging...
Corina can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Donna L.
Glenview, IL
$20-21/hr
Hello, My name is Donna, I am 52 years old and have over 10 years of experience with children of special needs. I am reliable, honest and have a very flexible schedule. Please feel free to reach out. Thank You.
I am a golden apple nominated teacher with experience working with special needs students, including a year working in special edict specifically. I also am an adjunct professor of Educational Psychology. I coach cross-country and track and Field during the school year.
I am warm, patient and dependable. Given my education and...
I'm a very active energetic person I have a medical assistant degree that I finished 4 years ago. Over the years I gained a lot of experience as a caregiver with elderly. Would love to help out with your special someone.
Hello my name is Niaja, I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others. Making your life easier is always the goal. I am dedicated to making a positive impact in people's lives. I love providing support to others around me and hopefully I can include that in your lives. I have worked in the hospital for...
Cary W.
Vernon Hills, IL
$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with others to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindness. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...
Cary can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, companionship, home modification, mobility assistance & more
Talia C.
Deerfield, IL
$16-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
- Work for United Cerebral palsy ! Work one one one with kids with disabilities to help them in social environments and basic daily tasks
- have been on three clubs for supporting kids with social needs
- worked abroad with kids 0-3 with special needs
Gretchen W.
Lake Forest, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked at a elementary, and middle school levels with a wide range of students! As a elementary school teaching assistant, I have worked with students with autism, down syndrome, various physical handicaps, and specific learning disabilities. As a middle school teacher I also have experience working with children who...
Hello, my name is Isabella. I am 25 years old. I have had my EMT license for 1 year and worked as an Ambulance Driver as well as Basic Life Support Provider since having my EMT license. I am currently in a transitional period with work and looking for a family who could use my excellent knowledge and experience to help support...
Marian M.
Libertyville, IL
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), DSP (Direct Patient Professional), PCT ( Patient Care Technician)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For over 10 years, I have provided care for seniors and people with disabilities, including hospital, hospice, memory care, and rehabilitation. I have experience in skilled nursing, and HomeCare as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) and DSP certified (direct support professional)
I have provided direct patient point of care,...
Marian can also help with: Mobility assistance, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Gabriela A.
Lake Bluff, IL
$25-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
I love to help others that don't have the strength and/or ability to care for themselves.
I got certified & licensed as a nursing assistant in 2019. I enjoy learning new skills that can help me and others. I also want to continue my path in the medical field. I have special needs members in my family who I care for at times....
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Highwood, IL
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive, intelligent, and always follows...
- Ann D.
Precent M.
5.0
Precent did an amazing job with my father before he went into a nursing home. What I appreciated most about him was that he kept me up to date with anything dealing with my father. There was an incident where he accompanied my father to the hospital
And was able to stay with him
As long as he...
- Toni W.
Lavinia B.
5.0
Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a great personality and engages people in conversation etc...my parents both loved "Our Lavinia" as my mom would say. My Dad was diagnosed with...
- Susan W.
Lavinia B.
5.0
Professional, patient, kind, conscientious, dependable, just an outstanding caregiver, recommend her 110%.
- 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.