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

60 special needs adult care are listed in Wheeling, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 7 years

Special needs adult care in Wheeling, IL

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Precent M.


Prospect Heights, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experience and Passion

5.0

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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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Aloha K.


Mount Prospect, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Presently Working As Certified Nursing Assistant At Rainbow Hospice Palliative Care. I Have Been A Caregiver For Almost 8 Years To A Disabled Lady. I Am Compassionate Person.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past seven years, I have managed the care of Dorothy L. and her husband. Mr. L. passed away in March of 2010. Mrs. L.'s condition for the past 25 years is one of a spinal injury leaving her bedridden. I perform all her daily needs, care for the house and manage the hospice services.
Aloha can also help with: Errands, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
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CNA

5.0
"Aloha is extremely caring and dedicated. She went above and beyond to ensure that our quadraplegic mother not only had terrific personal and domestic care, but a good friend. She is also incredibly dependable. I highly recommend Aloha."

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Karyn L.


Arlington Heights, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration. I...
5.0
"Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications. Karyn was fun and creative in planning outings and adventures in the community. She is honest and extremely...

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Lauren G.


Highwood, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Theraputic Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses. As a public school teacher of many...
5.0
"Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive,...

Ann D.

I have had experience working with adults with special needs. I would take them to do one on one activities, provide needed personal care, and administer medication.
Abigail can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
I'm currently working as a registered behavioral technician for kids with Autism. I thoroughly enjoy helping kids read their goals and help parents wherever I can. My photos are from the recent years I've been working with kiddos!! I am CPR certified as well!
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Emma S.


Des Plaines, IL

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I have worked with special needs children while babysitting. I also work at a swim school where I run the privates for special needs students. I have worked in a preschool setting and worked one on one with children. I have worked with kids who have ADHD, autism, apraxia, allergies, anxiety, mental processing issues and...
I am a Senior at Illinois State University studying Therapeutic Recreation, as well as taking prerequisites aiming to pursue a Masters in Occupational Therapy. I am to graduate in May. My expertise include planning and implementing interventions to support clients in meeting his or her goals, engaging clients in therapeutic...
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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello, I have extensive experience taking care of children with special needs, disabled adults and the elderly. Are you looking for quality care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled caregiver with 15+ years experience. I have excellent references and have experience to help in the hospital. I...
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Kyle M.


Lincolnshire, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

My mom lived with ALS for over 10 years, including over five years on a ventilator. I was one of her primary caregivers, along with my father who is a retired physician.
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Marta C.


Des Plaines, IL

$20-40/hr2 yrs exp

I have a master's degree in nursing from Jagiellonian University in Poland. I can provide special needs in a variety of settings.
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Talia C.


Deerfield, IL

$16-30/hr2 yrs exp

- Work for United Cerebral palsy ! Work one one one with kids with disabilities to help them in social environments and basic daily tasks - have been on three clubs for supporting kids with social needs - worked abroad with kids 0-3 with special needs
Hi l have 15 years experience with kids different age , transportation , school / activities and more , good reference l think l good fit for you please let me know thanks Claudia
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Lalaine V.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Lalaine, A Mother Of 3 With A Very Positive Disposition. I've Been A CG For 17 Yrs

I'd describe my personality as cheerful with positive outlook, hardworking and dedicated. I like caring for seniors because my grandparents raised me. I am not where I am without them. With that said caring for the elderly has been my passion. I started caring for seniors since 2007. One thing you should know about me is I am...
Lalaine can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep
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Connie B.


Niles, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in the social service field for over 20 years. I was also was a preschool teacher, but went back to my first love, working with people with disabilities. I worked in a residential home with girls with severe disabilities, then did respite care for a few years and loved it all. I was a job coach helping people with...
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Jack M.


Des Plaines, IL

$40-50/hr6 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher/Literacy Specialist

I work as a certified special education teacher and literacy intervention specialist at an elementary school in Niles. On a daily basis, I teach reading, writing, and math in both small group settings and one-to-one sessions. My teaching approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, and I utilize a variety of curriculums to...
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Justin B.


Des Plaines, IL

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse

Hello, I'm a licensed practice nurse. Also, I have done my registered nurse program. I have been in the medical field for about 10 years. I was a certified nursing assistant for 4 years before I became a nurse. I have experience in taking care of kids and also with the elder generation in their home. if you are looking for help...
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Maggie G.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$35-50/hr

Desicated Caregiver

I am a dedicated caregiver with over 15 years of experience providing care for children from infants to teens in a variety of settings. This includes an infant on an NJ feeding tube, a couple of young children with high functioning autism, as well as teens with developmental delays as well as emotional trauma/delays or mental...
I have been part of a club where I do after school activities with children/ teenagers with special needs for two years, and occasionally spending time in the special needs room helping out the teachers during my study hall. I enjoy spending time with them and helping them learn more life skills.
I've worked with kids that have special needs for over 10 years, and it is truly my passion and so lucky that I get to do this as my job! They bring so much joy to my life!

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Wheeling, IL

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.

Aloha K.

5.0

Aloha has helped my elderly mother who has Alzheimer's. Aloha is a blessing! She jumps right in and is experienced, medically knowledgeable, personable, and energetic!

- Julia B.

Karyn L.

5.0

Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications. Karyn was fun and creative in planning outings and adventures in the community. She is honest and extremely trustworthy! Karyn was always punctual and...

- Care member

Lauren G.

5.0

Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive, intelligent, and always follows...

- Ann D.

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Ratings for Wheeling, IL special needs adult care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Wheeling, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care.