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

60 special needs adult care are listed in Wheaton, IL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 3 years

Special needs adult care in Wheaton, IL

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Emily B.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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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...
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Megan K.


Lisle, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Megan! I'm a 33yo mother of 2, I have 2 dogs, and I love to travel. My healthcare experience began in 2013, working as a CNA for individuals with cerebral palsy and other profound disabilities. In 2015 I transferred to a therapeutic day school, working as a paraprofessional with children on the autism spectrum. In 2018...
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Debbie S.


Lisle, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

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.
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Peggy M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Love To Engage With Differently Able Individuals

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...
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Danielle F.


Addison, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced With A MS In Special Education

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.
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...
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 .
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Maria P.


Naperville, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

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...
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.
Irma can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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.
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Monique H.


West Chicago, IL

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver With Motor And Neuro Rehab Experience

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,...
Monique can also help with: Respite care, home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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...
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Emma P.


Aurora, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Many Years

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...
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Lisa A.


Westmont, IL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Lisa Senior Care

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...
Lisa can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

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Yelitza F.


Westmont, IL

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

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
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Emily C.


Lombard, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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...
I am typically familiar with autism and a lot of the behaviors along the way! Mostly I deal with toddlers as youngest to the teen ages. I understand that all behaviors are different and have seen a variety of them across new kiddos at my full time job. I'm currently open to new disabilities as I am a fast learner that can...
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Hannah E.


Naperville, IL

$30-45/hr7 yrs exp

I'm a foreign nurse with wide experience in caring for those with physically challenged individuals. Its all about patience and compassion.
I have experience working with people with autism ages 2-26. I've been a paraprofessional in sped classrooms, an RBT, and a camp counselor working with people with special needs. I love exploring special interests, learning about client's communication styles, and helping families who may really need an affordable break.
My FT job is as a nanny but I have 10+ years of experience working with a woman who uses a wheelchair due to Cerebral Palsy. I have experience working with children and adults with all sorts of disabilities. I am comfortable giving medications, lifting when necessary, bathing, etc. I have my own transportation and I am extremely...

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