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Special needs adult care in Mokena, IL

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Jessica J.


Mokena, IL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Sitter Available.

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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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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$20-27/hr3 yrs exp

Love People

Hi, my name is Bonnie and I serve ministry in church for autistic teens and adults. I also volunteer at Navarro Farms where this is a special farm for teaching special need adults how to farm and grow vegetation. It's a wonderful place. Also worked after school care at Ivy League Montessori and other school classes. I love kids....
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Xiya A.


Mokena, IL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

I work primarily with children with autism, I can also help with general mental disorders. I have a younger brother with high functioning autism, and am currently going to school to study cognitive behavior, school and clinical psychology.
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Patrick S.


Mokena, IL

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Young & Experienced Professional Looking For Part-Time Work

Current graduate student in the field of school psychology with 6 years of experience in special ed.
I have some experience with autism. My first nanny job I cared for a 3-year-old autistic child. My now 3-year-old twin daughter was diagnosed with autism, asthma, and tree nut allergies.
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Allysia M.


Orland Park, IL

$15-45/hr10 yrs exp

Last Minute Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Highly dependable and kindhearted caregiver with extensive experience in working special needs patients. Hard working and trust worthy individual who is patient and detailed orientated. Extremely skilled in caring for others Able to prepare meals and follow dietary guidelines. Willing to work a flexible schedule. Committed to...
5.0
"I hired Allysia on short notice to watch my son for a much-needed day out, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Allysia is punctual, professional, and has a caring personality that immediately put me at ease. Her attention to detail assured me that...

Sirita R.

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Laura M.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been an ICU nurse for 13yrs, but with a move across the country 2x, and no bachelor's degree, I was only able to find a job as a private home care nurse. And I fell in love with it!! I have cared for 2 special needs children in their home, including g-tube feedings, CPAP mask, nebulizers, etc.
5.0
"Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a...

Keri M.

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Emily R.


Tinley Park, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Positive, Fun, & Creative Influence

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am 34 years old & have over 20 years of nanny & babysitting experience, ages ranging from 6 weeks and up! I have 11 years of experience with individuals of all ages with various special needs. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology & Human Development, a year & a half of Child Counseling Masters level experience,...
5.0
"We are so lucky to have found Emily! Our daughter clicked with her right from the start! She's so sweet and asked all the appropriate questions! We are super grateful to have her watch or daughter!"

Breann W.

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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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Toni D.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Most Caring Care Giver

3.0

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Hi, My name is Toni. I have worked with developmentally disabled adults for 25 years and still working with same company. I have been experienced and trained through work with many different types of dementias Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke. I've worked for many years in home care and hospital settings in hospice/palliative...
Toni can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

3.0
"Toni worked for us caring for my Mom for 3 weeks and then called in sick and stop showing up. She was an ok caregiver but not reliable. "

Tami G.

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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: Meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation
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Emma M.


Tinley Park, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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Maria W.


Orland Park, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Highly-Experienced Caregiver

I am a retired firefighter/paramedic and have also worked in the medical field for an additional 10-15 years before that. I have many years of caring for my own family and working as a caregiver. I know how hard it is to find people to come into your home that you can trust and that can be there for you and your loved ones....
I have been in the special needs field in some capacity since high school. I have worked hand in hand with many different types of individuals, especially those with CP. I have assisted with all different ADL's (Feeding, Bathing, Dressing, etc.). I work at a slower pace to make sure the individual I am working with is...
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Laura A.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant 20 Years Experience

I have been a medical assistant for over 20 years. My background is in Orthopedic Spine and out patient surgery. Home health is a path I started 3 years ago when the physician I was employed by retired. My heart is in home health now, it has been truly rewarding. In the past three years I have worked with quadriplegic and the...
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Linda N.


Tinley Park, IL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

I Can Help With Special Needs.

I have experience with quadriplegic individuals and Autistic youths. Just spell out the circumstances and I will let you know if I'm able to help. I'm happy to give you peace of mind.
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Jillian V.


Frankfort, IL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I'm a kind, reliable caregiver. I have been a full-time nanny for 8 years. I have several reviews on Care. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks, Jillian
I have been a personal support worker caring for two special needs adults since 2020. My duties have included meal preparation, cleaning, supporting them in self care, developing life skills and mastering tasks. I do have a full-time job Mon-Sat so I am not available until 2pm, and all day on Sundays. I have also been...
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Tanya W.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced CNA Caregiver

I have 30 years experience in home care, long term, short term, skilled nursing care, inpatient hospital care. My experience is working with the elderly generation, and adults with developmental disabilities. I am CPR/ first aid trained. I am trained to recognize stroke symptoms, cardiac, diabetic emergency, sepsis, ect.
Tanya can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

CPR

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Mokena, IL

Allysia M.

5.0

I hired Allysia on short notice to watch my son for a much-needed day out, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Allysia is punctual, professional, and has a caring personality that immediately put me at ease. Her attention to detail assured me that my son was in great hands. My son...

- Sirita R.

Laura M.

5.0

Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a parent knowing I could leave my...

- Keri M.

Emily R.

5.0

We are so lucky to have found Emily! Our daughter clicked with her right from the start! She's so sweet and asked all the appropriate questions! We are super grateful to have her watch or daughter!

- Breann W.

Toni D.

3.0

Toni worked for us caring for my Mom for 3 weeks and then called in sick and stop showing up. She was an ok caregiver but not reliable.

- Tami G.

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