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Special needs caregivers in Woodridge, IL

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Toni H.


Woodridge, IL

$20/hr1 yrs exp

I'm A Very Respectable And Trust Worthy Person. I Have Great Rapport With All My Clientele.

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I actually went to school to train for this position; it became a passion of mine after having to deal with my brother's epilepsy. As a child, that was very hard for me, but as I got older, I decided to get trained in case there were ever a incident outside of my home where I could help the person in need.
I'd describe my personality as calm, patient, and caring. I like caring for people with special needs because it feels great helping young kids in need. I'm looking for a job that pays within my pay range and a good schedule. I started caring for people with special needs when I noticed I can make a difference in their...
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Isabella M.


Woodridge, IL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable, Fun, And Responsible Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a responsible, reliable, and fun nanny or babysitter? That's me! My day job is working 1 on 1 with special needs children, and I have lots of nannying and babysitting experience.
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi! Lovely to meet you -- I'm Stephanie. I am a very easy going person with a huge heart- especially when it comes to children. I have nine years experience of babysitting and 6 years of nannying. I'm comfortable with all ages from newborn to 14. I'm also well diversed in special needs care such as ABA Therapy, ST, OT, PT &...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Gina S.


Wheaton, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Independent Person/ Specialize With Alzheimer's /Dementia And Parkinson's/ Special Needs

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Concierge Service / Assisted Living Elder Care/ Child Care/ Special Needs Care/ I Offer the following: * Covid Vaccinated* Friendly Companionship * Bathing & Dressing Assistance * Errands * Light Housekeeping * Meal Preparation * Shopping * Flexible Hourly Care * Specialize & Certified With Alzheimer's & Dementia * Hospice Care*...
Gina can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional care and support provided by Gina towards my Mom. Gina demonstrated an extraordinary level of compassion, empathy, and kindness that went above and beyond. Gina not only attended to my Mom’s physical needs but...

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Noel B.


Lombard, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Demonstrating A Love And Passion For Teaching

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Noël and I live in Villa Park, IL. I have a significant amount of experience caring for special needs individuals as I have a younger brother, Joshua, who is Autistic - he is my pride and my joy! In addition to caring for him, I assisted my parents with facilitating an at home early intervention program...
5.0
"Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel."

Clint S.

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Stevie S.


Aurora, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Stevie, the owner of Be Yourself Inc., an all-girls group dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Each day, we plan exciting outings such as movies, cooking classes, guided workouts, and boxing. Alongside these fun activities, we focus on life skills and community integration, helping our...
5.0
"Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!"

Kathy S.

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Donyel H.


Aurora, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Homecare And Childcare Expert Over 20 Years Of Family Services

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois (also domestic and international travel flexibility) to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Home Healthcare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite care, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded...
Donyel can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Donyel cares for our daughter like she is her own. She teacher her so much (alphabet, sign language, dancing, how to express frustration) helped with rules, and brought so much joy to the house. She’s the best."

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Clemonce M.


Wheaton, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.
5.0
"Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and kind! And is a very hard worker! She compassionate and...

Elle A.

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Wendy P.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving Caregiver Seeking Part Time Position To Make A Positive Difference

If you are looking for a kind, patient and compassionate person to assist you or your loved one, I could be just what you are looking for. I am seeking a part time position to provide companionship and assistance with other needs such as light house work, errands, meal prep., appointments, etc. I am energetic, out-going,...
5.0
"Wendy is AMAZING! My husband and I cannot say enough about her and the amazing experience our daughter had with her! We came from out of state for a wedding and never left our daughter with anyone besides our family before. Wendy took the time to video with us...

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Tina B.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hey there! I'm Tina, a passionate caregiver with 3 years of Special Education teaching experience. I prioritize celebrating diversity and accommodating different learning styles, drawing from my unique neurodivergent perspective. As an identical twin, I understand the dynamics of multiples and foster individual growth within a...
5.0
"Tina is sweet and reliable. She is great with my son, and I still hire her when she's home! I wish she didn't have to go away to school. She's very inclusive and communicative"

Regina R.

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Gina S.


Wheaton, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Gina Marie's Concierge Service

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gina Marie (NON-AGENCY) and I offer the following services: * Friendly Companionship * Bathing and Dressing * Errands * Light Housekeeping * Meal preparation * Medication Reminder * Shopping * Flexible Hourly Care * Transportation * Certified in Memory Loss and Human Services...
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....
5.0
"Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended "

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Donyel H.


Aurora, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Certified Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages, throughout New Jersey and the Tri-state area. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect,...
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Christine S.


Naperville, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

3.4

(9)

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I passed the Nanny Basic Skills test. I worked with special needs children for five years. I was a preschool teacher. I have been a nanny/babysitter with children ranging from age newborn to 11. I have my CPR/First Aid cards. I enjoy working with children! I have my CNA and EKG technician certificate. I hope I can help your...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Give Christine an in person interview. She far exceeds everything we were looking for in a caregiver for our son. She arrives a few minutes early. She is super attentive. She has the experience you are looking for. She is the total package."

Joe K.

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 18 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 15 years.
5.0
"She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "

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Canan M.


Naperville, IL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I currently take care of a child who has specuial needs. I assist with eating ,changing, changing feeding machine, comforting, and constructing activities. I am going to school currently for early childhood education. Please message me with details regarding a position.
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Donyel H.


Aurora, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Who Teaches With Educational Play!

Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all! Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a loving Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of...
Donyel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's responsible, reliable, loving, nurturing and taught our daughter sign language, dancing, listening, talking and so much...

Maria G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodridge, IL

Gina S.

5.0

Gina was a loving, caring and professional caregiver loved by the entire family.

- Care member

Noel B.

5.0

Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel.

- Clint S.

Stevie S.

5.0

Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!

- Kathy S.

Donyel H.

4.0

Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her.

- Care member

Clemonce M.

5.0

Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and kind! And is a very hard worker! She compassionate and without a doubt very supportive.

- Elle A.

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