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Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly

Review for Lorraine G. by Susan C.

Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family

Review for Tracy S. by Christina K.

Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie

Review for Laurie B. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Hoffman Estates, IL

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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time / As Needed Care Giver Available!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Lorraine. I m 34yrs old. I'm a certified nurses assistant and have completed 3 yrs towards a nursing degree. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am naturally patient, loving and nurturing. I believe in treating the people I care for with respect and as though they are a...
5.0
"Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again. She was so nice and a pleasure to have with me as I recovered. 5 stars!"

Susan C.

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Tracy S.


Bartlett, IL

$21-23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
Tracy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"

Christina K.

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Laurie B.


Palatine, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experience with Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have about 5 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs.
5.0
"Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always provided the best care. She is reliable, responsible and trustworthy. "

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Megan P.


Palatine, IL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

21 Years Old, Palatine,IL,Elementary Education Major

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Families! I am an Education Major at Mizzou and will be a senior in the fall. I can start immediately - days, nights, weekends, and with little notice. I have a reliable, safe SUV to drive your children. I enjoy kids of all ages and abilities. I bring several years of experience being a nanny to a family with special needs....
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great with children, very polite"

Chris D.

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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
"I am pleased to have the opportunity to provide a letter of recommendation for Karyn B. Karyn is an extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, trustworthy, organized and professional individual who has taken on numerous responsibilities both inside and outside of...

Heather S.

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Nicoleta R.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

3.0

(2)

I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Amy D.


Elgin, IL

$16-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Amy and I'm a freshman at Michigan State University! I have 4+ years of experience with ages 3 months through 12 years, along with 3 years working with teenage students with special needs. I'm CPR certified and have reliable transportation. With kids, I love creating fun crafts, baking, and spending time...
Amy can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, specialized care
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Nkosinathi M.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Every Kid Deserves To Have Fun.

I have worked at summer camps for 2 years now in Boston and Maryland. I have been trained to take care of children and how to also take care of children with special needs
Nkosinathi can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
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Bernadette N.


Schaumburg, IL

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs RN Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate and dependable nurse, I have been working in a hospital in Michigan for 3 years, just recently moved to Illinois. In the past, I also worked in a nursing home and home care for 3 years too. I pride myself in the ability to adapt to any situation and learn new skills quickly. I have assisted clients/patients...
Bernadette can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care, visiting nurse
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Laurie B.


Palatine, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have been a caregiver working in senior care and special Ed for several years . I worked at Kirk school for 4 years with special needs children and . I was a caregiver to a special needs boy for 4 years while doing senior care in the morning . I also worked with children years ago and have college courses in early childhood
Laurie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
I'm currently going to university for a degree in Elementary Education with a minor in English Education. I'm two years into my program, and I love it! I'm the oldest child in a family of otherwise all boys, and I've been taking care of them and other children through babysitting since I was 13 (my brothers called me mom when...
Karin can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Kathleen K.


Addison, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was currently employed as a paraprofessional and have been doing this for 17 years. I worked with special needs children and love my work. The children bring me so much joy and although it can sometimes be exhausting, I cannot imagine doing anything else. Before that I worked at a preschool (5 years). Previous to that I was a...
Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Olivia K.


Schaumburg, IL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly, Kind, Responsible Babysitter

I am CPR certified and I have my drivers license. I can cook, clean, do laundry, and general house work along with childcare. I've also worked in a preschool and with special needs children. I can help with pre-K through junior high tutoring. And I've had my babysitting license in the state of Illinois for 6 years, and have tons...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Noemi M.


Schaumburg, IL

$19-30/hr3 yrs exp

My name is Noemi. I am a former Registered Behavioral Technician with experience providing ABA services to children in clinical, school, and home settings. I am knowledgeable in using AAC devices and have a basic understanding of sign language. During high school, I also had the opportunity to work with individuals with cerebral...
I have experience taking care of a elderly gentleman who I consider part of my family. My personality is compassionate, trustworthy, and helpful. I am respectful to the needs of each individual and for them being a living person in this world that have their own stories to teach us.
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Amy D.


Elgin, IL

$16-27/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Amy and I'm a freshman at Michigan State University! I have 4+ years of experience with ages 3 months through 12 years, along with 3 years working with teenage students with special needs. I'm CPR certified and have reliable transportation. With kids, I love creating fun crafts, baking, and spending time...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Patricia L.


Carpentersville, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant

I can help at your home individual special needs. I am very familiar with children and adults wide variety of special needs. I can help with children on the spectrum. I am very good with children and adults with the G-tub. I am very familiar with individuals that have epilepsy and a seizure disorder. Looking for spending time...
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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I just graduated from the University of Tampa and am living at home this summer before starting graduate school in August . I am an occupational therapy student so I have extensive experience working with children with special needs. I am the oldest of three and have been taking care of my younger siblings my whole life....
Maria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica H.


Palatine, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Put My Skills To Use!

Hello! my name is Jessica. I have spent most of my adult life babysitting/ nannying. I love being around kids and watching them grow. I also have worked with children with sensory issues and physical disabilities. On top of that I have worked in the emergency room transporting people so I have experience with all age groups in...

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