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

60 special needs adult care are listed in Wilmette, IL

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 8 years

Special needs adult care in Wilmette, IL

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Juliana R.


Wilmette, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Juliana, I have been a caregiver for over 9 years. Especially Skills with Dementia , Alzheimer, Hoyer Lift, light housekeeping, Companionship, and Memory loss and many more. I am Reliable , dependable and honest. I am a caregiver because I enjoy helping others especially the elders. I will not be only a caregiver, I...
5.0
"I broke my leg in three places and live alone. Juliana was wonderful to assist me while I was totally immobilized for four weeks with meals, groceries, pet care, personal care, running errands taking me to doctors. She is fantastic and I highly recommend her"

Deborah M.

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Charles M.


Wilmette, IL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher With Special Needs Experience

I am a golden apple nominated teacher with experience working with special needs students, including a year working in special edict specifically. I also am an adjunct professor of Educational Psychology. I coach cross-country and track and Field during the school year. I am warm, patient and dependable. Given my education and...
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Irena D.


Wilmette, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a compassionate caregiver with 20+ experience of assisting people of various ages with special needs including dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson, and other. I've worked for private residents as a live-in, come-and-go, and at assisted living homes as a CNA and Activity Assistant Director. As a seasoned professional, I have the...
Irena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Kahunde G.


Wilmette, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Experienced Caregiver

Hello, I am an Experienced, Professional, Hard working care giver with over 15 years of experience under my belt. I am a loving, trusting, caring and understanding individual who enjoys care giving for seniors and disabled individuals because I love to provide compassionate, supportive care that enhances quality of life to my...
Kahunde can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

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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
"My husband had MSA and we are looking for caregiver on care.com. We meet Alfredo and instantly he is hired! He is very knowledgeable on his conditions. He not only take care of him on his daily needs but also gave him massages and help him stretch and workout. With...

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Erica M.


Chicago, IL

$22-35/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Companion/Care Provider Available

My experience includes two years working with adults with physical and mental disabilities including TBI's, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, and Down Syndrome in a group home setting. I have also worked with children with Autism and have experience in behavior therapy.
5.0
"Erica is reliable and always shows up on time. She's been working for six months with my autistic daughter and things have gone really smoothly. She's confident and comfortable with special needs kids"

Laurence L.

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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: Hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Lourdes is a wonderful loving person who became part of our family, She really does care and you will know that. She is very organized and very clear about what she thinks is going on and what the person she is caring for needs or wants, so that you can take...

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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: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Honey Jane P.


Skokie, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Warm, Loving And Caring - Provides Comfort And Safety To Clients Round The Clock.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Driven and compassionate Caregiver with 10+ years proven track record in elderly and disabled caregiving in their private homes, nursing homes, Assisted Living. I am Hardworking and honest, known to provide companionship to the elderly while performing light housekeeping tasks and running errands.
Honey Jane can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Honey Jane is the most loving, kind and compassionate person! She became a member of our family when she cared for my mom. You will not be disappointed with Honey Jane!"

Michele S.

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Nicole G.


Evanston, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Direct Support Professional Available For Part Time To Full Time Position

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with individuals with special needs for over five years. I have majority of my experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or have other intellectual disabilities and need behavioral support. I have worked with children from infants to toddlers to teens and also adults. I am CPR and first aide...
5.0
"Nicole has great experience working with a variety of individuals with disabilities. She is very compassionate and is able to make great connections with those she works with!"

Erin L.

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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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Nesita S.


Chicago, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

3.0

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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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am happy to help out your loved one, I work with people with disabilities and some of them are elderly. I am a certified DSP, and am able to help with meal preparation, bathing, transportation, and care. Thank you for the consideration!
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
5.0
"Such a wonderful help to my parents. They felt safe and well cared for. Super nice. Would highly recommend"

Hilde S.

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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.

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Alma S.


Harwood Heights, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Highly compassionate and experienced caregiver with 13+ years of experience providing personalized care to seniors and young adults with disabilities. Proven ability to build strong rapport with clients and families, providing physical and emotional support while maintaining their dignity and independence. Skilled in assisting...
Alma can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Alma is wonderful. She is kind, gentle, and understanding. my grandmother is in her 90s and as her condition declined, Alma went right along with the changes and recommended ways to help make things easier for us and my Gramma. She helped cover numerous times when...

Susanne D.

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Katherine A.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Kind & Creative Caregiver!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a loving mom, daughter, artist, gardener, death doula and caregiver! I am an experienced care worker and death doula (a caring end of life support), who has worked intimately with both elders and adults with disabilities. I also cared for my mom for 2+ years and worked with young people in the field of art education...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Katherine is caring and thoughtful. My mom really likes and respects her and that is what matters to me the most. "

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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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Natacha P.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.
5.0
"Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend her to anyone in need of services."

Yulanda C.

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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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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Wilmette, IL

Juliana R.

5.0

I broke my leg in three places and live alone. Juliana was wonderful to assist me while I was totally immobilized for four weeks with meals, groceries, pet care, personal care, running errands taking me to doctors. She is fantastic and I highly recommend her

- Deborah M.

Alfredo R.

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 wanted to give mom the best care during...

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Erica M.

5.0

Erica is reliable and always shows up on time. She's been working for six months with my autistic daughter and things have gone really smoothly. She's confident and comfortable with special needs kids

- Laurence L.

Lourdes M.

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 to lift her spirits. My family and...

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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.

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