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Special needs adult care in Niles, IL

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Maya G.


Niles, IL

$17-22/hr

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I had elderly neighbor who I took care of when her daughter couldn't make it . I would cook and feed and run errands for her. Also was taking care of children with disabilities .

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jeannine and I am a licensed special education teacher, with extensive experience working with children with autism and other intellectual disabilities. I love what I do, and I especially love helping my students and loved ones succeed both in the classroom and in the real world! Teaching and care taking are my...
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Todd M.


Oak Park, IL

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...
5.0
"Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm- 7pm. He picks them up from school and brings them home...

Jennifer W.

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Lindsey R.


Chicago, IL

$21-46/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lindsey and I am available to work. I am hardworking, compassionate, creative, and pay close attention to detail. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked extensively with a variety of child, adult, and geriatric populations. I have experience with developmental disabilities, serious mental...
Lindsey can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, transportation & more
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Dina S.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

I cared for my cousin's husband for several months. He has Lewy Body Dementia. I helped with feeding, dressing, exercise, recreation and toileting. He and I became fast friends and have a close bond. I have also worked with children with autism and ADHD. My best friend from High School has Muscular Dystrophy, and my best friend...
5.0
"Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant caregiving. She was reliable, responsible, and creative in thinking of ways to engage my husband. She provided...

Karen O.

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Uma S.


Chicago, IL

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a CNA more than 12+. First I want to tell you . I was a resident and patient before. I went through those pains so I want help seniors and disabilities who need a help and care so they feel comfortable..
Uma can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

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Kaeleen E.


River Grove, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I am a certified nursing assistant/patient care technician. I have experience working as a CNA at a nursing rehabilitation facility. I've had training with younger patients, special needs, and of course elderly. I currently work in an ICU at Elmhurst Hospital for the last two years: My skills range from transportation,...
Kaeleen can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kaeleen helped my husband transition back home from a long stay at the hospital and rehab. She assisted with bathroom, bathing, shaving, feeding, and mobility. Kaeleen was never late, and had a true personal touch to her care. She worked for me until ultimately my...

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Zhaklin D.


Schiller Park, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm looking for a full-time position as a senior caregiver. I have previously worked with elderly people with disabilities such as; Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson and Diabetes for over 10 years. I'm very patient and I'm looking forward to working with you! Please feel free to contact me.
Zhaklin can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Florence N.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 44-year-old divorced mother to a 12-year-old boy with Down Syndrome, who is truly a blessing. I've been a full-time mother, and I am ready to get back into the work force. I am a very reliable, responsible, and kindhearted individual. I'm open to providing care, compassion, nurturing to any age as I truly enjoy helping...
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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: Dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Wound Care

CPR

4.0
"Lavinia was very caring with my Mom & she would fill me in with matters regarding her care. She would still be working with my parents if we hadn't decided to bring my parents to Florida where we live I would be happy to talk to anyone who would like more...

Jan B.

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Precent M.


Prospect Heights, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experience and Passion

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 was one of two caregivers we had for my 94 year old father. I highly recommend him for he was very trustworthy, concerned, and respectful. My dads needs significantly increased from the time we hired Precent and he just did what he needed to do. Extremely...

Ellen P.

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Lourdes M.


Skokie, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care Aide

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a very loving, caring, honest, reliable, trustworthy, faithful, and very patient person. I have many years of experience working with seniors, elderly, Clients with health conditions, impairments and disabilities . I can honestly say I love my job and I love love putting a smile on their faces . Also it is very important...
Lourdes can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Lourdes cared for my mom who suffered from a stroke and lost her speech and loss of strength on one side. Lourdes was always gentle with my mom and cared for her with such compassion and love. My mom wasn't always in a great mood but Lourdes knew how to talk to her...

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Martina B.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Greetings! I am a current high school Special Education teacher with experience teaching adolescents on the autism spectrum and children with ADHD, cognitive impairments, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, and sensory processing disorders. My teenage daughter has cerebral palsy and is visually impaired and is...
5.0
"I wish I could give Martina 10 stars! From the moment we interviewed, she was so respectful and knowledgeable about caring for people with special needs. Martina is so kind, thoughtful and fun! My brother has enjoyed several days with his "new friend" as he now...

Melissa D.

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Jordan B.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hi! I recently moved from Louisiana to Chicago. I have years of experience in babysitting, daycare facilities, and some college education in Child and Family Studies and Elementary education. Working with kids brings me a lot of joy and fulfillment!
5.0
"Jordan came to our house and was so kind to the children. She played with them, talked to them about what their interests were, communicated very well with me when making arrangements for the interview... Jordan seemed to really care about who my children were and...

Jocelyn G.

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Alfredo R.


Skokie, IL

$30-37/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears. I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...
5.0
"The entire family was very pleased with Alfredo's professionalism. He always performed his duties with a smile and a pleasant attitude. He undertook duties without being asked to do them. His care and concern for my mother were much appreciated. My family...

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Lindsey R.


Chicago, IL

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lindsey and I am available to work. I am hardworking, compassionate, creative, and pay close attention to detail. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked extensively with a variety of child, adult, and geriatric populations. I have experience with people who have developmental disabilities,...
5.0
"Lindsey was very interested in my daughter. The two of them seemed to enjoy spending time together. We look forward to working with Lindsey again."

Jackie W.

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Vicky W.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Summer Caregiver

I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$21-29/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...
Larissa can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

4.0
"Lara worked for my mother for about 4 months. She was dependable and worked hard to make my mother who suffers from dementia feel comfortable."

Scott K.

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Precent M.


Prospect Heights, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

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.

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Nesita S.


Chicago, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs since 2014. I am currently getting my BCBA to become over all of my cases at an aba company that I've been working at for almost 5 years. I love working with special needs children and adults it is my passion. I love to see them grow within themselves to become independent adults.
5.0
"Met with her and she interacted with my son in a public place . Next she came over one evening to bond with him . Looking forward to working with this caregiver ."

Jessica P.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Niles, IL

Todd M.

5.0

Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm- 7pm. He picks them up from school and brings them home to focus on homework. He also...

- Jennifer W.

Dina S.

5.0

Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant caregiving. She was reliable, responsible, and creative in thinking of ways to engage my husband. She provided excellent care being always vigilant of...

- Karen O.

Kaeleen E.

5.0

Kaeleen is very patient, caring and sweet with children.She is extremely responsible, strategic, playful, and I feel very safe knowing she's trained in critical care and can perform CPR and the Heimlich maneuver.

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Lavinia B.

5.0

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

- Care member

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.

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