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Manita H.

Care Giver

Des Plaines, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
My name is Manita. I'm a mother of two children. I have been a caregiver giver for the past 15 years. I worked for Sunrise Senior Living for more than 10 years. I have a lot of experience working for seniors. I do personal care. cooking, cleaning, and more. l enjoy working as a caregiver. I also have many years of experience...
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Humble

Des Plaines, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with several years of experience providing high-quality care to elderly individuals and those with special needs. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, mobility support, medication reminders, meal preparation, and companionship. Known for patience,...
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Hello My Name Is Lalaine, A Mother Of 3 With A Very Positive Disposition. I've Been A CG For 17 Yrs

Des Plaines, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as cheerful with positive outlook, hardworking and dedicated. I like caring for seniors because my grandparents raised me. I am not where I am without them. With that said caring for the elderly has been my passion. I started caring for seniors since 2007. One thing you should know about me is I am...
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Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver Seeking To Provide High Level Of Care To Your Loved Ones.

Des Plaines, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate caregiver with almost 10 years of working experience in providing in-home care, private, skilled nursing post-acute and assisted living facilities to elderly and people with disabilities. Experienced in providing companionship to clients ensuring their health and physical goals and also assisted in creating...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$14/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
home modification
visiting physician
visiting nurse
personal care
+ 1 more
I'm from south America, I have been living in the United states for 7 years. I have have a degree in business, cosmetology and nail art. But I do not like working in a office so I don't. I however didn't give up cosmetology I would do bridal hair and makeup. I like to help others if I can make a difference in someone lives I...
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Des Plaines, IL

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
I have a master's degree in nursing from Jagiellonian University in Poland. I can provide special needs in a variety of settings.
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Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My name is Ewa. I am a non-smoking nanny with 16 years of experience caring for children. I have proven to be a dependable, energetic, responsible and creative caregiver. I have worked as a nanny since 1999 with families with one to three children. I was caring for boys and girls from newborns to age 14. I am comfortable around...
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Nurse

Des Plaines, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Justin, and I am a Licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Before becoming a nurse, I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 4 years, giving me a strong foundation in patient care. I specialize in caring for the elderly, particularly in the comfort of their own...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$16/hr
I have 3 years experience working with children and adults with mental health issues. I am currently a care taker for two adults with Autism. I have experience creating checklist, repetitive behavior, and routines to set them up for daily living
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Care Giver /CNA

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
My name is Manita . I'm a mother of 3 . I have a 10 years old special need son. I work as a CNA/ care giver for a sunerise senior living in Park R. I have more than 10 years of experience working with special needs and seniors. I do assistance with personal care, meal preparation medication reminder, transfer gait bel, visually...
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Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears. I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...

Care Member says "The entire family was very pleased with Alfredo's professionalism. He always performed his duties with a smile and a pleasant attitude. He undertook...

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Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Arlington Heights, IL

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...

Ed A. says "Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!"

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Niles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the social service field for over 20 years. I was also was a preschool teacher, but went back to my first love, working with people with disabilities. I worked in a residential home with girls with severe disabilities, then did respite care for a few years and loved it all. I was a job coach helping people with...

Stacy C. says "We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of our son with...

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Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Experienced Care Giver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
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...

Care Member says "Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications....

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Warm, Loving And Caring - Provides Comfort And Safety To Clients Round The Clock.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
Driven and compassionate Caregiver with 10+ years proven track record in elderly and disabled caregiving in their private homes, nursing homes, Assisted Living. I am Hardworking and honest, known to provide companionship to the elderly while performing light housekeeping tasks and running errands.

David K. says "Jane came into our lives at a stressful and sad time, as we were preparing for the end of my elderly uncle's life. Jane showed true compassion, not only...

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Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years. I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...
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Kind And Patient Caregiver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...

Amaralys A. says "Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete....

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Experience with Special Needs

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 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 and a. caregiver to a lovely little boy for over 3 years my most recent job was with a little boy with autism.

Care Member says "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...

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Happy Child Is A Happy Life

Skokie, IL

4.2(0)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
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  • 60 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.50/hr as of April 2026

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in Des Plaines, IL

Special Needs Adult Care in Des Plaines, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care

Alfredo R.

The entire family was very pleased with Alfredo's professionalism. He always performed his duties with a smile and a pleasant attitude. He...

- Care member

Larissa D.

Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!

- Ed A.

Connie B.

We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of...

- Stacy C.

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