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Special needs caregivers in Romeoville, IL

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Amanda J.


Romeoville, IL

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

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I have 15 years experience working with youth. Currently a graduate student for Psychology to become licensed youth counselor and family counselor. Actively work with care taking for an autistic 5-year-old once a week for the past year. Looking to fill up my schedule!
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Claire C.


Romeoville, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Coming from someone who has a learning disability, I am passionate about working with the special education department to give back to my community that helped me become the person I am today. Working in the multi-needs program and having experience as a behavioral technician in ABA therapy, I truly enjoy the feeling of changing...
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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...
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Katie N.


Romeoville, IL

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate, Patient, Helpful Caregiver

I have trained as an EMT, paramedic, and nurse, as well as clinical training with health issues of all varieties. I have worked with children for 8 years as a nanny/house manager and at a daycare. I have great cleaning, cooking, and communication skills with a compassionate, patient, nonjudgmental, and helpful demeanor. My rate...
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Kristen H.


Romeoville, IL

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kristen. I have been a CNA for 20 years with 10+ years of in home care experience. I also have behavioral health background.
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Priscilla C.


Romeoville, IL

$25-36/hr3 yrs exp

I Had A Client Got A Spiral Injury, Wheelchair Bound.

I've been doing caregiver job for over 20 years. I'm very good of what I do. I'm very compassionate, kind and can tolerate hard days "I can handle it" when things get tougher. For anyone, who've seen me working can easiy admire my efforts. I love my clients like my very own members of my family. I'm also a good cook authentic...
I am a passionate childcare provider with over a year of experience caring for children of all ages. What sets me apart is my dedication to fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to grow and learn. I am known for my patience, creativity, and ability to connect with children on a personal level. I...
Hi there! I'm Cortney, a passionate and experienced nanny dedicated to providing exceptional care to families in need. With over 6 years of experience in childcare, I have a proven track record of creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I believe in the power of creativity and...
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Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Ashley I have 90+ hours working with students elementary-highschool age. I love animals and have 2 dogs and a bird of my own! I can help with homework when needed and have my own transportation. I have experience working with special needs children. I don't mind helping with housework or easy meal prep. My...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a loving and nurturing childcare provider with over a decade of experience. I have a passion of working with special needs children and work with one family with two special needs children on late Friday evenings. I love to educate and teach children the importance of work around the house teaching them cleanliness,...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am a friendly caregiver that likes to keep things positive and up beat. I enjoy cooking and cleaning as it is soothing to me. I have a clean driving record and am currently obtaining my license to be a clinical counselor. My classes are on my time so do not interfere with my work. I help nanny for a special needs autistic girl...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Hi families! My name is Natalie, I am pursing my love for children's growth. With over years of experience with children through being a full time and part time nanny. I have experience with children ranging from newborns to self sufficient learners! As well as years experience working closely with some wonderful special needs...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lori S.


Joliet, IL

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed CNA Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Lori was extremely kind and empathetic, her care of our mom as her health declined we will forever be grateful to her."

Lorens R.

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Deborah Y.


Naperville, IL

$19-30/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a very compassionate and caring kind of person with more than five years of caregiver experience. I have worked as a live in caregiver for over three years, and I am familiar with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Osteoporosis, and special needs care. I am very loyal, dependable, honest, and hard working. I give 100% in what I do, and...
Deborah can also help with: Home modification, respite care, live-in home care, visiting nurse, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Deborah is someone who is very compassionate, she is diligent, she is honest and very reliable. She is passionate about her clients and the care she provides speaks for itself. "

Salai S.

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Wendy S.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Bradi O.


Plainfield, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist Student- Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...
Bradi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Camille A.


Lockport, IL

$27-36/hr9 yrs exp

Compassionate Sitter, Like Your Best Friend!

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Camille and I am a Registered Nurse & graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I am Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certified and currently am working night shift in the Intensive Care Unit. I am a reliable, dependent and trustworthy caretaker who believes kindness is of the utmost...
Camille can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Camile was extremely helpful and went above and beyond what was needed at times. My 3 kids loved when she came and my youngest would always ask if camile was here. Would definitely hire again and hopefully once things get settled we will be able to."

Joanne D.

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs at risk children for 19 years. I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 6 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning. I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...
Cori can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families."

Renee K.

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Jill G.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
5.0
"Jill is a gentle soul with a kind heart. She's wonderful with special needs. "

Nancy O.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Romeoville, IL

Lori S.

5.0

Lori is a godsend! She is very knowledgeable and extremely kind and gentle. She takes her job seriously and is committed to the person she is caring for. All in all, she is wonderful!!!

- Vicki A.

Deborah Y.

5.0

Deborah is someone who is very compassionate, she is diligent, she is honest and very reliable. She is passionate about her clients and the care she provides speaks for itself.

- Salai S.

Camille A.

5.0

Camile was extremely helpful and went above and beyond what was needed at times. My 3 kids loved when she came and my youngest would always ask if camile was here. Would definitely hire again and hopefully once things get settled we will be able to.

- Joanne D.

Cori F.

5.0

Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families.

- Renee K.

Jill G.

5.0

Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the Caribbean for a cruise. We trust her completely and highly recommend her!

- Kevin F.

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