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Find special needs adult care in Oak Lawn, IL that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Oak Lawn, IL

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 5 years

Special needs adult care in Oak Lawn, IL

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Vickey C.


Oak Lawn, IL

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

HOME CARE COMPANSION SERVICES

5.0

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I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...
Vickey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks. My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey...

Chris J.

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Eileen M.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My experience with special needs came from a previous family that I nannied for. The young boy had ADHD and required medication, counseling and follow through on behavior modification techniques. Another experience was a young boy I tutored who had Down Syndrome. He was a high functioning little guy who was able to learn to read...
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Ikechi N.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Care Specialist.

I like caring for people with special needs because of my passion and delight in seeing people happy through my efforts. One thing you should know about me is I am strong and hardworking. My skills include driving, cleaning and personal support.
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Anuta F.


Oak Lawn, IL

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Professional Caregiver

I have got 18 years of experience in caregiving I am a very kind person polite, gentle, well mannered lady and looking to start the job as soon as possible. Nights shifts preferred. Second priority is day shift. Thank you
I have both professional and personal experience working with those with special needs. My brother has down syndrome and autism. I also worked as an ABA therapist for 2 years, and currently work with adults with both developmental and intellectual disabilities.
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Taylor F.


Oak Lawn, IL

$10-15/hr

Flexible And Available Part-time Care Taker

Both of my grandparents have been disabled for most of my life, so I have been caring for them my entire life.
Taylor can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services, personal care
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Maria C.


Chicago, IL

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Looking For A New Private Client.

Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...
5.0
"Maria is an outstanding caregiver. Kind, dedicated, knowledgeable of the issues that come with old age and disability. She was very calm and understanding even when my mother (95 and diagnosed with dementia) was irascible and difficult to deal with. Maria had...

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

This Is My Passion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ms. Kim is a woman who's heart is as big as her smile. She serves with a level of warmth and accuracy that is rare in the field of care these days. I have observed this woman providing care to babies, children, adults and the elderly. I especially loved how she...

Angelia A.

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Quintisa T.


Chicago, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Home-care Provider

3.0

(2)

My name is Quintisa I've been doing care-giving/CNA for some years. I've worked with seniors and people with disabilities, all my clients have fallen to love me, and I've done the same, I love helping others and making them feel comfortable with me in their home, I'm very nice. I cook, clean, run errands, do laundry, medication...
Quintisa can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"She is great with people from all age groups kindhearted and gentle with people"

Tanisha S.

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Alexis S.


Berwyn, IL

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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Jasmyn B.


Justice, IL

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver With Plenty Of Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 2-year-old babygirl and I'm only interested in occasional evening or weekend gigs. I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 23-year-old son with special needs for the past 6 years and I enjoy it immensely. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a...
5.0
"Jasmyn helps our family care for my special needs son and she has been a great addition to our team. She's consistent, attentive, caring, reliable and very nurturing. He took to her immediately. She's made my entire families life easier and more pleasant."

Tracy V.

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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....
5.0
"Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended "

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Alexis T.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with seniors and disabled participants for 5 years. I began working as a home care giver. I have worked with people with dementia, alzheimer's, bed bond clients and all other medical conditions. I provided daily tasks such as light house cleaning, doing laundry, dressing and grooming the participant, preparing...
Alexis can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Alexis has a great work ethic and is very responsible and trustworthy. She does a great job cleaning my 5 bedroom home and does the grocery shopping, drops off the dry-cleaning and helps with senior care. I would definitely recommend her to a friend!"

Dan K.

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Lucinda H.


Chicago, IL

$18-21/hr8 yrs exp

Kind hearted

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a CNA and a final year medical student that has experience with both Kids and the elderly. I have also taken care of the mentally disabled in a group home. I have worked as an assistant living personnel. And I currently work with private clients and also in the hospital as a CNA on PRN basis. I will say that my biggest...
Lucinda can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Lucinda cared for my kids as if they were her own. She loves kids and she is very punctual. You can totally rely on her 24/7. I will hire her any day."

Faustina A.

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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver With Over 20 Years Of Experience

I took care of an elderly woman in a nursing home when I lived in Palatine in 2001. In 2019, I was a part-time in-home caregiver for a senior couple with Alzeimer's and Dementia. My most recent job is 20 years working with a 36-year-old girl with cerebral palsy. In these jobs, I was responsible for bathing, lifting, and...
Virginija can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Virginija is a very compassion, dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care, daily activities, management, security and trust with her attentive approach! Highly recommended "

Jordan C.

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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Chinenye O.


Chicago, IL

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

I took care of my sick mom in Nigeria before she passed on and ever since I have dedicated my self to helping people who are unable to fend for themselves. I have worked with people with diabetes, multiple sclerosis, blind or visually impaired patients and I must say it's been an honor working with them. I must confess it's...
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Eileen K.


Worth, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Caring, Loving Person Who Gives Dependable Help

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.
5.0
"I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day! "

Patrick D.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Oak Lawn, IL

Vickey C.

5.0

I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks. My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey really knew how to care for my sister....

- Chris J.

Maria C.

5.0

Maria is an outstanding caregiver, patient, punctual, going out of her way, and over her duties in caring for her patients.

- Care member

Kimberly J.

5.0

She's an angel. Caring and kind.

- Jasmine W.

Quintisa T.

5.0

She is great with people from all age groups kindhearted and gentle with people

- Tanisha S.

Jasmyn B.

5.0

Jasmyn helps our family care for my special needs son and she has been a great addition to our team. She's consistent, attentive, caring, reliable and very nurturing. He took to her immediately. She's made my entire families life easier and more pleasant.

- Tracy V.

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