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Special needs caregivers in Chillicothe, IL

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Lisa B.


Chillicothe, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 24 years of experience as an RN. I am positive and energetic, and am in good physical shape. I can help with Home Care and Medical Management. I worked for 13 years as a Hospice nurse. I enjoy cooking and light housekeeping, or just sitting snd visiting. I am married and have 5 children and 13 grandchildren. I am a...
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, light cleaning
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Haley D.


Lacon, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I am an 19-year-old that has been caring for families since I was 14. I love children and am very experienced in different cares and needs. I have dealt with special needs, food restrictions, newborns, young adults, and potty training. I have references upon request and am looking forward to hearing from your family.
Haley can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
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Mary L.


Dunlap, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Here I Am Ready To Help, Senior Caregiver

Lead a helping hand. For any person that I can help with special needs I can be there to help.. No one person can lift one person alone. Everyone need a little or more help.
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Ariel G.


Peoria, IL

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ariel and I'm a 3rd grade teacher. I am an energetic, reliable, and compassionate person who loves working with children! My passion is working with children and creating personal relationships and experiences through play. My job experiences include: -3rd grade teacher in Palos Heights -Camp counselor for 5...
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Amy H.


Washburn, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I will do everything I can to keep you comfortable safe and happy in your own home. I have been a cna since 1997. I have cared for special needs children and adults
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Cilecia R.


Peoria, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

I've been a CNA for 14 years. I've worked with the elderly, high risk pregnancies and behavioral health. I am currently working in social work with children. I have a lot of personal and professional experience in numerous areas. I am raising a child with special needs and a teen. I'm a full time mother and full time worker. If...
Cilecia can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, respite care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Olivia A.


Peoria, IL

$15-40/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hello, I'm Olivia! I'm a senior at ISU and I'm studying to get my bachelor's degree and be a special education teacher (3-21) but have a special interest in early ed as well (pre-k through 2nd). I am most comfortable with children with ADD, ADHD, autism, and down syndrome, but I am always willing to learn more!
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Mckenzi H.


Peoria, IL

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Just to provide you with a little extra information from the start, I have spent this 2020-2021 school year working in an integrated special education preschool class (3, 4, 5s) and have absolutely loved every minute of it! Many of our students were children with autism or behavioral disorders, and although it was a process it...
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Michelle B.


Peoria, IL

$25-32/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Experienced home health care, geriatric, special needs, intellectual development disability (IDD) and Alzheimers/dementia registered nurse available to care for your loved one in your home. If you are working, have to work out of town for a couple days, or need respite care, I would love to stay with your loved one. I have a...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, companionship, personal care, specialized care, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with the penguin project for 5 years, volunteering with children with special needs. I immediately loved it and have been perusing a career in Occupational Therapy ever since.
Hello! I am a new physician assistant graduate looking for a part-time job to fill my time while I wait for my medical license and credentialing. I spent most of my clinical education in a pediatrician's office and will be specializing in pediatrics when I start as a PA-C. I would love to fill my time by continuing to work...
Savanna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hayley H.


Creve Coeur, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Kindergarden Mom With Tons Of Experience.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a stay at home mom completing my bachelors degree online. My daughter and I enjoy visiting the local parks, painting, drawing, building towers with blocks and reading books. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages with an emphasis in working with children who have special needs. I have worked in...
Hayley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth B.


Peoria, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Growing up, I've always loved working with kids. I've been babysitting children of all ages since I was about 13, so for about 7 years now. I also have about 5 years of experience working with children with special needs in addition to my babysitting experience. I'm a non-smoker, I have my own reliable car, and I love...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Susan C.


Peoria, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver With 2 M.A.'s In Education And 23 Years Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 beautiful children who are now grown adults. In addition, I have taught children in grade's K-12 for over 26 years. I hold an M. A. in Educational Leadership, an M. A. in Art, and a B. A. in Art Education. I am an expert with all learning styles, needs, and levels; From special needs to gifted. One of my own...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Madisson B.


Peoria, IL

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Madisson (Maddi). I am in my junior year of nursing school at Methodist College of Nursing. I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant, BLS certified, and have a few years experience on the fire department. I have provided care to kids ages 18mo-12+. I have a lot of additional experience with kids and adults with...
Madisson can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Tameka M.


Peoria, IL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Relaible Certified Nursing Assistance

I have been a certified nursing assistant for the past 5 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. My training includes those with special needs, dementia, hospice, and Parkinson's disease. I am comfortable caring for individuals of all ages. I can help with meals, feedings, toileting, dressing, bedtime routines and light...
Tameka can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

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Bethany A.


Peoria, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

CNA With 20+ Years Experience

New mother with over 20 years experience working with children as well as experienced with special needs populations. Has a degree in Communications Disorders and Sciences, worked in daycare and home setting. 2 years as a CNA working in child mental health. Currently working toward nursing school and trying to make additional...
Bethany can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

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Rebecca D.


Peoria, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mentally Handicapped/physically Handicapped Experience

I've been caring for my father who was diagnosed with progressive dementia over 10 yrs ago. My mother had the choice to put him in a nursing home, but our family is so very family oriented that putting him in a nursing home was never a thought. I also have an older brother who was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, and he's...
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Aleise R.


East Peoria, IL

$26-40/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome Caregiver Here !

Hi there. I hope you are all well. Please allow me to tell you a bit about myself. I was a special education teacher for about 26 years. I have knowledge working with infants up to seniors with special needs. I am familiar and have facilitated all of the items checked on my application. I have experience tending to all...
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Lauren J.


Peoria, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Lauren! I am born and raised in Peoria and am currently finishing up my junior year at Bradley University. I have many years of paid experience with kiddos, as well as growing up with 5 siblings. I have experience with all ages along with children with special needs. I am also CPR certified!

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