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The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2023
The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 4 years
Special needs adult care in Chicago, IL
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My name is Hannah, and I am a 26 y. o psychology graduate and web designer. I choose to still have a part time caregiving position because it is undoubtedly, 100% my passion. I have been working with and caring for disabled adults and children for the past 7 years. I have experience providing...
Recent Review:
5.0
She did a top notch excellent job with my special needs boy. We miss her.
Reviewed by Holly K.
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I have nannnied an 11-year-old boy with special needs for over a year now. I assist and tutor him in math, reading, and writing. I pick him up and drop him off to school, appointments, and after school activities. I also administer his medication and clean up different areas of the house.
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Provide routine individualized healthcare such as changing bandages, dressing wounds, and applying topical medications to the elderly convalescents, or person with disabilities at the clients home or in a care facility. Monitor and report changes in health status. Perform incontinent care, feed,...
Recent Reviews:
5.0
Barbara is very patient, competent and compassionate. She will go above and beyond to help, without hesitation. In addition, Barbara's pleasantly friendly demeanor provides a gateway for excellent...
Reviewed by Cynthia H.
Natacha P.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.
Recent Review:
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.
Reviewed by Yulanda C.
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Am a health care assistant /caregiver who had over 10 years of experience working in the United Kingdom, Canada and the United state. I love what I do care for seniors and person with disabilities . Im very compassionate, caring and very communicative and will go a extra mile to make my clients...
Recent Reviews:
5.0
As my Mom has deteriorated rapidly over this past year, we've had to rely caregivers to watch and care for her 24/7
As a retired nurse, my expectations are extremely high. I ALWAYS Felt that Mom was carefully...
Reviewed by Debbie C.
4.7
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Hello my name is Vi. I am a quick and easy to adapt person. My experience with special needs is I use to take care of a lot of people from ranges young children to old people. My available days are MWF 8am-6 p.m. Let me know if interested.
Recent Review:
5.0
Vi was awesome our family hired her for my special needs adult brother in law. She was very patient and sweet.
Reviewed by Brittany F.
Sylvia A.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
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My name is Sylvia , I'm a 4th year medical student, I have been working as a Caregiver and CNA for over 6years now.
I've grown to love taking care of the elderly like they are my own relatives. I have also taken care of children and mentally disabled people. I have experience with transportation,...
Recent Reviews:
5.0
I worked together with her to take care of a very difficult client. But she was so patient and well knowledgeable about what to do to calm them down.
Reviewed by Lucy H.
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provided comfort and companionship towards my clients. Very attentive, patient, compassionate and professional in responding towards clients needs with a caring attitude on treating them with dignity and respect.
Previously work with Patients with following conditions:
Alzheimers
Chronic...
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I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and...
Recent Reviews:
5.0
She's an angel. Caring and kind.
Reviewed by Jasmine W.
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Hello! My name is Isabella and I am a recent graduate from The University of Kansas with a degree in business marketing. I have a passion for taking care of kids and helping people. I started babysitting for my neighbors and nieces when I was 12! Throughout grade school, high school, and college I...
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ROSAURA
Objective:
Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015
Experience:
A. B
02/21- Present
Personal Support Worker
Help around his apartment
Errands, Walks
M. H
09/2019-Present
CNA
Companionship, ADL, Groceries,...
Recent Review:
5.0
Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing changed daily for almost three months. Rosaura had never...
Reviewed by Natalie S.
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I have worked with seniors and disabled participants for 5 years. I began working as a home care giver. I have worked with people with dementia, alzheimer's, bed bond clients and all other medical conditions. I provided daily tasks such as light house cleaning, doing laundry, dressing and grooming...
Recent Review:
5.0
Alexis has a great work ethic and is very responsible and trustworthy. She does a great job cleaning my 5 bedroom home and does the grocery shopping, drops off the dry-cleaning and helps with senior care. I...
Reviewed by Dan K.
Meghan S.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I am a gen ed teacher with a minor in special education. I currently have eight students in my class with special needs and each of them brighten my day in more ways than I can count. When I attended Miami University, my brother was studying special education and it opened many new doors for me. I...
Recent Review:
5.0
Meghan was great with my two girls! She helped me last minute when I really the needed the help! My nine year old loved her and looked forward to her coming! I would for sure hire her again!
Reviewed by Anne O.
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Certified nursing assistant for 12 years. I have training in many settings for nursing homes, memory care & private home care. I have taking care of people with special needs/care to independent clients. I have experience in feed/gtube. I have training in transportation lifts(hoyer, stand lift)....
Recent Reviews:
5.0
Rashawnda is absolutely wonderful. My kids adore her. She is definitely like a member of our family.
Reviewed by Veronica C.
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Hello! My name is Paige. I'm a certified ADHD/Executive Function Coach and licensed special education teacher. I have over seven years of experience and I want to assist in supporting your family and we continue to transition back post pandemic. I'm posting here because I'm able to take on some more...
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Just graduated from the Occupational Therapy Assistant degree program. I also worked as an Optometric Vision Therapist for about 4 years. I love working with kids but I have experience working with people of all ages. I can help with school work/zooms, laundry, dishes, pets as well as things like...
Recent Review:
5.0
Maren joined us during a difficult time in our home. She and immediately launched a Therapeutic Support Plan which has been successful . While she is juggling her larger scope aspirations we are being flexible...
Reviewed by Mary G.
Uma S.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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..
4.3
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Hello! I graduated from Brown University last year, earning an ScB degree in Biology with honors. I have been accepted into Brown's medical school, and I'll start this August. Until then, I'm living with family in Chicago, so I am able to dedicate myself to being the PCA you need.
As I am going...
Recent Reviews:
3.0
Christina was very good with our special needs child when she was working, but could not be expected to reliably show up, and when she did show up she sometimes was not able to work the agreed-upon hours....
Reviewed by Charles S.
Dylan S.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr
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Hi! My name is Dylan, I am 22 years old and I am a Senior at the University of Illinois at Chicago! I currently reside in East Pilsen but grew up in the northern suburbs of the city. I am a super outgoing, fun, dependable, and a driven person who loves to connect with others! In 2019 and some of...
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Hi. I am dependable and love to have fun with kids. I love kids to be themselves and to enjoy life. I took care of a 56-year-old man who has Epilepsy. He has seizure attacks a lot of times and I make sure that he take his medication, meals, took him to his doctor appointments, shower, light...
Recent Reviews:
5.0
Kimberly is an incredible caregiver. She has been working for us for over two years and she has provided excellent care of our special needs daughter who is cognitively impaired and has a seizure disorder. She...
Reviewed by Adrienne N.
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I have worked with children and adults at Misericordia Home for six years. Some duties were: changing diapers, re-positioning, temps, set up and priming of Ng/Og feeds, emptying foleys, etc. I have taken them on outings, programing and other activities. I love working with children of all needs; I...
Emilija M.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have over 10 years of experience in caring for individuals with both physical and mental impairments. Helping others comes naturally to me. I am able to help with meal prep, feeding, bathing, getting dressed, shopping, light cleaning, companionship, and many more duties necessary to provide...
Recent Review:
5.0
Emilija helped care for my father at home as he was enduring terminal cancer. My father needed constant attention around the clock ... he was fiercely committed to his independence and physically capable...
Reviewed by Kathleen S.
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Hi! Im Logan, doctor of physical therapy.
I'm a licensed physical therapist specializing in orthopedic conditions and working with those with various disabilities. I also specialize in women's pelvic floor dysfunctions and fitness training. I also have some limited experience in pediatric physical...
Recent Review:
5.0
Logan is an amazing caregiver. She is always on time, cheerful, and exceptionally helpful. She just gets it - I don't have to explain things to her multiple times. Logan helped me transition to my new home...
Reviewed by Amin L.
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I am an Operations Supervisor at an Adult Day Care and also an in home care provider. I am also a Certified Dementia Practitioner as well as an C. N. A. I have been in the field of caring for individuals for over 13 years. I have a gift of patience with people and consideration for individuals who...
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I have over 18 years experience in the medical field and have cared for people on all spectrum of the scale.
I operated a house cleaning business as well as a in home daycare. I have worked privately for high end clients managing their calendars, house and affairs. I also have 7 years of experience...
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I have always had a passion working with others. It was not until I began studying Psychology/Sociology at Western Illinois University. I developed a passion working with others who have special needs. My passion for this work can best be understood through my diligence in gaining experience in the...
Recent Review:
5.0
My son was struggling with organization and time management and as a result his grades were suffering. To help manage this I hired Nadia to provide him executive function coaching services and it has been a...
Reviewed by Amanda B.
Kathryn M.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have been involved in the Special Needs community since my freshman year of high school and have been very passionate about the community ever since I began. I volunteered at my school's Special Ed club for all 4 years, was a Physical Education leader for the Special Ed program for 2 years, and...
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Hello and welcome to my profile page! Call me Super Nanny! Below is a list of my experience and qualifications. If you have questions, I'm happy to answer. I've been working as a special needs caregiver since I was 15 years old. I tend to work with families who need a well-seasoned caregiver. I love...
Recent Reviews:
5.0
Meghan was so attentive to my son. She went above and beyond to problem solve with us how to make him successful at school (in his remote learning) and with social interactions at home. I would recommend her...
Reviewed by Julie B.
Kimberly J.
Chicago, IL
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
Alli M.
Chicago, IL
$16-40/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have over 5 years of experience in childcare and 1 year of experience in ABA-based therapy (autism spectrum disorders). I am comfortable helping your child with transportation and mobility, eating, and personal hygiene. I also have experience working with seizure disorders and cerebral palsy.
I...
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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...
Recent Reviews:
5.0
Florence is a very professional sitter who gives her clients the utmost respect & will text you with any changes in a timely manner! I know Florence asked this individual if she would still be using her sitting...
Reviewed by Steven E.
Alexis F.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! My legal name is Alexis, but I go by Lexie! I am about to graduate from Webster University in St. Louis, and I will be moving to Chicago in July.
I have been teaching students with various disabilities for 2+ years and caretaking for a child with Rett Syndrome for 1 year. I also have a younger...
Michele D.
Chicago, IL
$20-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been caring for children since I was 12 then, in high school I received my infant, toddler and school age assistant/lead teaching licenses as well as SIDS, CPR, AED and first aid certification. I then did a school-to-work program, serving children K-6. In college I worked at two child care...
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From 2012-2013 I worked for the Autism Program of Illinois, and umbrella company of The Hope Institute for Children and Families. In my role as Network Outreach Coordinator I worked on behalf of children and families with Autism and other developmental disabilities. My previous role, along with my...
Recent Review:
5.0
I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings positivity with her, which helps when you have a kid suffering...
Reviewed by Crystal M.
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Hello! I would like to tell you a little bit about myself. My name is Tim, I would like to consider myself someone who is happy go lucky and very goal oriented. I am a lover of animals and people and have a drive to help others. I have been a caregiver for five years now. I currently am enrolled at...
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Hi there! I am finishing up my BSW at Loyola University of Chicago. I have 3+ years of experience as a direct support professional for adults with various disability diagnoses including but not limited to ASD, ADD/ADHD, Down's syndrome, and epilepsy. Right now I am interning at a disability rights...
Recent Review:
5.0
I have known Meghan since 2016 and worked alongside her from 2016-2018 with our clients with special needs. Important tasks included coming up with activities, following through with the activity towards a...
Reviewed by Brittanica M.
4.8
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Hello! Welcome to my profile. I'm Syd and I have been working with kids of all needs for the past 10 years. Having nannied for 100+ children, taught in a variety of school settings, and completing 1:1 interventions, I pride myself in my ability to build healthy and trusting relationships with...
Recent Reviews:
5.0
Syd was a phenomenal sitter for our child. They were always punctual, easy to communicate with, and very responsible. They were able to implement their education background in a helpful and playful way with our...
Reviewed by HeatherJo M.
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full-time nanny. Cared for newborn twin 2 weeks old. Maintained open communication with parents through a detailed notebook with the days activities, meals, naps, discipline, accomplishments, etc. I have been a nanny for 22 years, and I absolutely love working with children! A nanny is so important...
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My Qualifications are adequate and professional with a Master's degree in Special Education and Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood.
Willing to assist individuals with special need and help them accomplish and achieve above and beyond his/her academic goals and standards in school, work and home.
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hello my name is Brittany I'm a certified nursing assistant I have 9 years of experience. I have worked in all the nursing homes in this area.. I experience in taking blood pressures, bathing, cleaning. I'm certified in CPR and first aid. I'm a very caring individual I like to look on the bright...
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I have 10+ years of working as a Special Education School bilingual teacher and assistant which required a lot of professionally structured skills , empathy , patience and perseverance.
Few years ago I became a personal caregiver, also a nanny focused on providing optimal support to clients and...
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I am a special needs tutor & behavior specialist. Please email so I can send you my experience & certifications.
--Valley View Elementary--special needs dept
--Mental Health Mental Retardation
--tutor special needs while out of school
--lots of certifications
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Hello! My name is Danielle and I am a certified special education teacher and experienced nanny. I taught for the past three years for Chicago Public Schools and have nannied for the past nine years. I am extremely experienced in caring for individuals of varying ability and age levels. I am highly...
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I have a huge passion for working with those with special needs. I am about to apply to graduate school for Applied Behavior Analysis and have been a camp counselor at a camp for kids with special needs as well as an intern in multiple special ed classrooms. I feel that individuals with special...
Kristy B.
Chicago, IL
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Child Care Provider Experienced In Working With Individuals With Special Needs (especially ASD)
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I have experience working with children of all ages both typically and a-typically developing. I was a caregiver for 4 years in a facility with children with a range of developmental disorders and phsyical disoabilities. I was a lead teacher in an infant room at a childcare center for 3 years. And...
Trisha L.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Trisha L. - Providing Unique Care And Support For Individuals With Special Needs
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I have been working with children and adults with special needs and neurodevelopmental/physical differences for over 10 years. My care started with my cousin who has cerebral palsy and is non-verbal. I also worked as a care aid for individuals ranging from 4-26 years old, including those with...
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Hi I'm Romeo I have over 10 years of caregiver experience I can provide a very good references most of my patients live in Downtown Gold Coast area .
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Hello and thank you for looking at my profile! I have been working with children, teens and young adults for 5+ years in different capacities and with a variety of needs. I completed my masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2018, and received my certification as a Board Certified...
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I have 4 years of experience enriching the lives of special needs adults. My focus is to help individuals strive for independence and reach their personal goals.
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Hi, I worked for CPS as a SECA (Special Ed Classroom Assistant) for 6yrs. Being a SECA was an amazing job. I am now a stay-at-home mom to a sweet 2yr old boy. I believe I have the patience, and kindness to work with children. Safety is my priority, but also making sure having fun and learning are...
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I have been in education 10 years with a focus in special education. I work with children with mild to moderate disabilities. The past 5 years I have worked with kids ages 5-11 as a special education teacher. I am patient, loving and can help where I can. I have experience with students who are...
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My name is Emma I am 23 years old and I have a bachelors degree in theatre arts. I have worked various jobs in childcare and with children. I have worked in a group home for young girls with various special needs, I acted as a caregiver and mentor to these girls. I also nannied a young girl with...
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I have worked with younger kids with autism and ADHD. I have also worked with younger kids who struggle with speech delays and have helped them in communicating through American Sign Language. This helped our relationship a lot and I would love to use my knowledge of ASL more.
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I worked in daycare caring for a child with sensory processing problems. I enjoy helping them learn to get through every day life with thier issue.
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My name is Haley and I am a recent graduate of Portland State University and I just moved to Chicago to live with my boyfriend. I have my bachelors in Social Science with a concentration in Special Education and Early Childhood Studies. I have also been working in Special Education classrooms for 5...
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I have worked with many special needs patients in the hospital I currently work in. I have lots of patience and experience with Autism. (My brother is Autistic).
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I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in a Kindergarten classroom! My main responsibilities were to assist the students with recreational and educational activities, practice behavior management, help with toileting, and of course keep the kids safe. In college, I interned with Community Access...
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Hi, I'm Maddie! Im a behavior analyst working with children with autism. I've been around and have cared for kids with disabilities most of my life. My 20-year-old sister has developmental delays, mental health diagnoses and autism. I have nannied and babysat kids of all ages and disabilities and...
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I helped raise my nephew with autism. I was a primary caregiver for a child with cerebral palsy. It was an extremely rewarding experience. I am still in regular contact with his family.
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Hi! I have about 5 years of experience working with clients with special needs. I worked in a group home since I was 18 years old. My duties included assisting with daily cares, cooking meals, putting together activities, scheduling appointments, and personal cares.
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Chicago, IL
Hannah D.
5.0
She did a top notch excellent job with my special needs boy. We miss her.
- Holly K.
Barbara R.
5.0
Barbara is very patient, competent and compassionate. She will go above and beyond to help, without hesitation. In addition, Barbara's pleasantly friendly demeanor provides a gateway for excellent communication.
- Cynthia H.
Natacha P.
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.
Cassandra L.
5.0
As my Mom has deteriorated rapidly over this past year, we've had to rely caregivers to watch and care for her 24/7
As a retired nurse, my expectations are extremely high. I ALWAYS Felt that Mom was carefully watched and cared for with Cassandra. She brings years of skill and expertise in working...
- Debbie C.
Vi P.
5.0
Vi was awesome our family hired her for my special needs adult brother in law. She was very patient and sweet.
- Brittany F.
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