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Terri O.


Wilmington, IL

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

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Hi, I'm Terri! I have 21 years experience caring/helping people with special needs. I have worked with low-high funtioning children- adults. In residential and in home settings. Helping people with special needs is my passion. I currently have someone on Monday and Wednesday. I am free to talk about other days..
Many years working in nursing homes, home health, hospice, and disability care. Patient, kind, and dependable (:
Ava can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia
I just graduated from ISU with a degree in special education. In the fall, I will be a full-time Autism teacher. I know sign language, and have experience in working with children and adults with varying special needs.
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Jessica J.


Mokena, IL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Sitter Available.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a previous certified special education teacher now dedicated to helping those that are both neurodivergent and neurotypical. I currently hold my bachelor's degree in special education. Upon taking a break from teaching I spent several wonderful years as a stay at home mom raising my girls that are now 9, 9 and 11, but they...
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Lori S.


Joliet, IL

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed CNA Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Lori has a wealth of knowledge and experience being a Certified Nurse Assistant. Her hospice experience made her perfect for dad. She kept him comfortable and at peace during his illness. I can't recommend her enough to anyone else looking for competent...

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Barbara B.


Lockport, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated In-Home Senior Care | Personalized Support

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
Barbara can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing w/the fluctuations in moods & seeks appropriate activities to engage him, while providing the best assistance to...

Christina K.

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Carrie S.


Homer Glen, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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Barbara B.


Lockport, IL

$37-50/hr10 yrs exp

Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
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Ashley M.


Joliet, IL

$15-19/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW. Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings. CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager. Has own transportation. Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...
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Lindy P.


Coal City, IL

$17/hr6 yrs exp

CNA/ Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6+ years experience of working with all age groups Including infant to elder. I am CPR/BLS certified & have my CNA, I am trained & certified in First Aide Care. I have a wide experience in nursing homes, assisted living, at-home care & memory care units, and hospitals including ER. Ive also worked within the schools...
Lindy can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Very caring and went over the top with my grandmother. She was always early and came last minute if need be. She would take my grandma shopping and out to eat all the time just for enjoyment. There was never any complaints. Would definitely recommend Lindy!"

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Heather M.


Steger, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Virginia R.


Plainfield, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...
5.0
"Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with special needs and a fast on learning new task that revolve around the child. Virginia will be an excellent part...

Genoveva R.

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Amy L.


Plainfield, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been trained in reflex integration, TBI recovery related to strokes, brain injury, visual-auditory-sensory issues. I work with infants to adults.
5.0
"Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the entire family goes through. She is like a breath of fresh air and her methods are healing to the child and their...

Connie B.

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Karen S.


Beecher, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

COMPANION CARE

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience with senior companion care. I have experience with medication administering, Alzheimer's/Dementia, nebulizer use and with a physically disabled adult. I have reliable transportation with a safe/clean driving record. I am a non-smoker who is pet friendly. I am a family person who enjoys company and...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Karen took pride in caring of my 75 year old mother with Alzheimer's and COPD. She was terrific at interacting with my mom in a positive uplifting maner. She often planned activities to do with my mom that she knew my mom enjoyed. She was trustworthy and reliable...

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Gabriela M.


Park Forest, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time - Live IN Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I hold a registered nurse degree from Bucharest, Romania, Europe; worked independently providing outstanding service to a select circle of elderly clients. I speak several languages including Romanian, German and French. I have experience in and assisted clients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, stroke and other...
Gabriela can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
4.0
"We are lucky to have found Gabriela as a caregiver for our mom. She is very knowledgeable, dependable and will do whatever tasks are needed and more. Our mom has dementia and the stimulation of care and activities has helped put smiles on her face which is most...

Alice T.

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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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Wendy S.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Chris G.


Plainfield, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi.. My name is Chris and I have a passion for helping people in need.. My sister had MS for over 20 years. My Mom had dementia and other medical issues... and took care for her until her passing.. So I understand that people need help..:)
5.0
"Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping people and does so with joy and enthusiasm. She has a big heart and a positive attitude. I highly recommend...

Catherine K.

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Ashley M.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I can provide companionship to your family member. I enjoy listening to stories, playing games, or simply being there. I have tended to the needs of senior citizens who are disabled, and I have accompanied seniors who just need some company. I will happily do whatever is needed in order to help them be happy and well taken care...
Ashley can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I was visiting the Chicago area for a convention and needed care while I was out there so I hired Ashley and she did a great job all the days I needed help. She was on time and worked hard every day. I would definitely hire her again when I go back to the area."

Shawn F.

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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: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Manhattan, IL

Lori S.

5.0

Lori is conscientious and reliable. She truly cares for her clients.

- Care member

Barbara B.

5.0

Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing w/the fluctuations in moods & seeks appropriate activities to engage him, while providing the best assistance to my mother as well. Thank you, Barb!

- Christina K.

Lindy P.

5.0

Very caring and went over the top with my grandmother. She was always early and came last minute if need be. She would take my grandma shopping and out to eat all the time just for enjoyment. There was never any complaints. Would definitely recommend Lindy!

- Care member

Virginia R.

5.0

Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with special needs and a fast on learning new task that revolve around the child. Virginia will be an excellent part of you family.

- Genoveva R.

Amy L.

5.0

Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the entire family goes through. She is like a breath of fresh air and her methods are healing to the child and their relationship with the rest of the...

- Connie B.

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