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Johnnisha H.


DeKalb, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I am currently a Residential Director at a non-profit Organization that service adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have spent the last 7 years as a caregiver for adults with disabilities. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I Provide them with the proper medical attention and make life possible for them.
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Johnnisha H.


DeKalb, IL

$13-25/hr8 yrs exp

Residential Director

I have worked with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for the past eight years.
Johnnisha can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Home Health Aide

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Amber R.


DeKalb, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

CNA/In-home Caregiver

As a mother of two and a CNA by trade, I consider the nurturing of others to be my greatest calling in life. I have worked with elderly and disabled persons in many settings, and in many capacities, and truly love what I do. My passion is providing one-on-one care for the elderly, so they receive the companionship, care, and...
Amber can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Beth M.


DeKalb, IL

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi, my name is Beth! I am looking for a summer nanny position from June to August of 2015 and am open for occasional date nights as well. I started babysitting when I was 12 for the kids in my neighborhood. In high school I worked in a camp ground during the summer doing activities with kids. After high school, I nannied for a...

Sharon M.


DeKalb, IL

$16-27/hr10 yrs exp

The Pass 9 Yrs. I Have Worked With Disabled Vets.

Many skills working with elderly, special bed, lifts , wheelchairs , walkers, canes, feeding tubes , cleaning light duties , Asthma machines , suction equipment , sleep apnea machines , pretty much what ever is needed to make the person comfortable. I don't work weekend due to I take care of a individual every weekend...
Sharon can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Ashley F.


Sycamore, IL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Helping Our Unique Friends

I am a certified teacher and am licensed to have children with special needs in my classroom. My step-brother is autistic, so are his friends that come over. I have had experience with a variety of disabilities, from EBD, Downs Syndrome, Autism, cerebral Palsy, and more. I do believe that every child is different and cannot be...
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Amber O.


Maple Park, IL

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny For Kids With Special Needs

Hi! My name is Amber and I am currently a child and adolescent behavioral clinician in Rochelle. I am changing from full time to part time as I get ready to start my doctorate studies as an Occupational Therapist at UIC this fall. Because of this change, I am looking for some work, and that's why I'm here! I graduated from...
Hello, my name is Ella.. and I am 18 years old. I am the oldest daughter of 8 siblings. I have a helpful mindset. I am very willing to do what is needed. Being around young kids often, I am very patient and love finding fun things to do.
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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...
Susan can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Susan was great. She did exactly what I needed and wanted, but left me the independence I wanted. I never felt pushed. I felt supported. She's a great asset!"

Care member

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Lorie G.


Saint Charles, IL

$32/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver- HAPPY TO ASSIST !

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Life can be challenging as is... even more so for people with specific disabilities- I'm passionate about assisting men and ladies with special challenges lead fulfilling lives by assisting with daily living tasks so that they can be as independent as they desire to be :) Most of my experience is in assisting people with...
5.0
"Lorie took care of my father when we were on vacation. She was wonderful. She kept the house clean and was great with my father. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."

Kris C.

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April L C.


Sandwich, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthy, Kind And Reliable Caregiver

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Assistive Technology/AAC. Feeding and tube feeding. I was with the last girl I cared for for 16 years she passed away in February which broke my heart but I'm now ready to care for someone else!!
5.0
"April is a very caring, trusting, knowledgeable person that watched my daughter for many years. I was a very protective mother of a severely handicapped child who needed total care ( g tube feedings, frequent suctioning, non verbal, diapered) and had a seizure...

Carole G.

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Jennifer K.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

PE Teacher With Special Ed Degree

Hi! My name is Jenny. I live in Campton Hills with my fiancée and 3 dogs. My daughter is a freshman in college and I'm adjusting to being an empty nester! Currently I'm working as a teacher in Naperville - this is my 23rd year - but looking for extra work to stay busy and help pay for college expenses!
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Paula M.


Rochelle, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Since 2016., I have been a caregiver for a C6 female incomplete Quadriplegic, ROM exercises, bowel program, bathing and dressing. Light housework. All transfers in and out of the wheelchair done with a slide board. My daughter was born with a Grade II IVH, acquired Hydrocephalic and is mildly delayed. I had my Mother live in my...
5.0
"At home with Paula, I feel like I have a much-needed assistant in my life. We recently moved, and have been trying our best to unpack when we can, but progress has been slow, making our home sometimes feel a bit upside down. And, as a busy work-from-home mom of an...

Amy A.

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Lori W.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-40/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Educated Woman To Lend A Hand With Your Loved Ones

I am a college-educated mom in my mid-50s. I have a nearly empty nest after raising my two children and am looking to earn some extra income. I have experience caring for children of all ages, senior citizens and people with special needs. Having a special needs brother taught me patience, caring and sensitivity early in my...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, transportation, errands
I am a college-educated mom in my mid-50s. I have a nearly empty nest after raising my two children and am looking to earn some extra income. I have experience caring for children of all ages, senior citizens and people with special needs. Having a special needs brother taught me patience, caring and sensitivity early in my...
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Martha L.


Elburn, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Brief Description of My Experience With Special Needs Children

I have worked with children with special needs since I was a child when my own mother got involved with children with special needs. My mothers brother that was Down's Syndrome and we cared for him. I also worked with and autistic teenager for 3 years. While in Asia during 2004 when the Asian Tsunami occurred, my husband and I...
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Jayne M.


Hampshire, IL

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Teacher for 4 years with a general education and special education licenses. CPR certified. Work with kids with all different abilities consistently. Babysat frequently before become a certified teacher.
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Darlene F.


Hampshire, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

My Job Is Very Rewarding To Me/Special Needs Available

I have had many rewarding clients and they all have touched my life in a special way. I love what I do.
Having raised four children and grandma to seven grandchildren, I have years of experience. I also previously ran an in-home daycare. I enjoy working with children, people with disabilities and the elderly. I am available in the evenings 5:30-10 pm, occasionally Saturday evenings and Sundays during the day.
Linda can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
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Lisa E.


Sugar Grove, IL

$15-28/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Private In Home Caregiver

Hello! I am an experienced caregiver, both personally and professionally. I actually owned and operated a home care business however I prefer to build the trust and relationship that comes with providing 1:1 care. I prefer to work with children or young adults with special needs, however I have a wide variety of experience...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in DeKalb, IL

Susan E.

5.0

Susan was great. She did exactly what I needed and wanted, but left me the independence I wanted. I never felt pushed. I felt supported. She's a great asset!

- Care member

Lorie G.

5.0

Lorie took care of my father when we were on vacation. She was wonderful. She kept the house clean and was great with my father. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

- Kris C.

April L C.

5.0

April is a very caring, trusting, knowledgeable person that watched my daughter for many years. I was a very protective mother of a severely handicapped child who needed total care ( g tube feedings, frequent suctioning, non verbal, diapered) and had a seizure disorder. I totally trusted my child in...

- Carole G.

Paula M.

5.0

Absolutely excellent caregiver. Good communicator, punctual and efficient, personable and thoughtful. We will always look to Paula for any future needs.

- Stuart W.

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