Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in Wheaton, IL

I have raised a son with special needs for the last 18 years - I have attended numerous therapies and researched as much as possible to help him grow, be happy and successful. I have lots of energy, patience, and get great joy from seeing our special kids smile. I am creative, laugh easily and understand that structure and... show more

I worked with Special Needs children for 5 years. I enjoy working with the children. They make me smile.

I have a special spot in my heart for children with special needs. So many people are nervous about working with these types of children and I don't see them as any different. Everyone needs the same love, care, and attention. I have worked with a little boy with CP, and a little girl with Spina Bifida. I have also worked with... show more

I have 10+ years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have worked with children, peers, and adults with mental, emotional, and physical impairments. I realize that finding the right fit for a caregiver/family is especially important in the case of caring for someone with special needs. I'd love to meet... show more

Ive raised a special needs son. So I have many years of experience.

I worked with a toddler in the infant room who had Down syndrome. When she moved to the toddler room, she was able to communicate with us when she wanted more to eat or drink. She was able to walk but did it slowly.

I have been fortunate enough to work with children with many different needs. Through the years as a teacher, they have helped me learn much about life. I started as a resource teacher and am now working with students who have many disabilities.

I began my nursing career at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, worked for many years for home care agencies including as an in service Educator and have worked the last 15 years for a local school district as a Classroom Nurse working with disabled students directly in the classroom. I have worked with individuals young... show more

Hello, I'm Penny I worked as a RN in Thailand for 9 years then I moved here 3 years ago. I'm not sure what is good fit for me here because I'm not confident say I'm fluent in English so I tried working at restaurants, babysitter , companion and I found out I still love to working with people either suffering some disorder or... show more

Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love socialize and care for others.

Ever since I was a young girl, I always wanted to take care of people. I got the best opportunity when I decided to be a teacher's aide at a high school. It was the most rewarding job I have ever had. I was able to work with handicapped children from ages 12-17. Not only was I able to teach them, but they taught me things I... show more

Currently I am working part time with MS patient . I am helping her with mobility , assisting with dressing, reminding about medication and keeping her company .

Former DSP with Clearbrook (5 years) and stepmom to now 28-year-old stepson living with Autism. I am enthusiastic, upbeat and extremely positive. Love to engage and foster social integration, always meeting clients where they are and holding their hand along their journey. Impeccable references.

I am a Physical Therapist who graduated in Brazil in 2009. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to providing empathetic care to elderly and disabled patients. My extensive expertise allows me to deliver personalized treatment tailored to each individual's unique needs. My caregiving approach is marked by deep patience,... show more

I have always had a passion for children. I started babysitting in my neighborhood when I was 11 and kept that going for many many years. I have worked for many years with special needs children. I nannied for a boy who is now 21 for 7 years. I also worked as a care giver part time at a young girls group home for special needs... show more

I had an off-the-record foster daughter for 40+ years. She was mentally and physically challenged. I was honored to provide end of life care for my father and mother-in-law. I was trained in respiratory therapy and was a certified pharmacy technician for over 40 years. I am 70 years old, but don't let that fool you. I have a... show more

I have cared for a child with special needs for 4 years now. A lot of my friends have special needs as well but I treat them as normal as any other human being. My passion for children with special needs is comes from just loving to be around them. I am very patient with children with special needs and I always look at their... show more

Hello, I am looking to assist Seniors with daily activities that they can no longer do alone. This can include bathing, dressing, meal preparation, shopping, basic exercises and light housekeeping and laundry. I started cooking for my family at 8 years old because of my Mother's disability. She was bedridden the last 2 years of... show more

Experience as a daycare teacher. Associate degree in special education . Early education courses and all those necessary to obtain a CDA . Verifiable personal references Native language Spanish, intermediate level of English Experience for more than 20 years in my home country, working with people with special needs

I have grown up with 3 cousins with Muscular Dystrophy and have spent my whole life helping them. I have assisted another family with two boys with Muscular Dystrophy and was a caregiver for them. I have worked at Seaspar, Easter Seals, Marklund Home and have been working in schools for many years. This allowed me to care with a... show more