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60 special needs adult care are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 5 years
Special needs adult care in Des Plaines, IL
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"I am pleased to have the opportunity to provide a letter of recommendation for Karyn B. Karyn is an extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, trustworthy, organized and professional individual who has taken on numerous responsibilities both inside and outside of...
Heather S.
3.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have always had a passion for helping people. I believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion, regardless of their abilities or challenges. I enjoy working with special-needs people because I can make a positive difference in their lives by providing them with the support and assistance...
5.0
"Alondra replied quickly and was responsive to our caregiver search. We have scheduled an interview for the coming week, and are looking forward to meeting Alondra."
Courtney B.
4.2
(5)
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...
Nicole G.
Evanston, IL
$23-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Direct Support Professional Available For Part Time To Full Time Position
4.8
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with individuals with special needs for over five years. I have majority of my experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or have other intellectual disabilities and need behavioral support. I have worked with children from infants to toddlers to teens and also adults. I am CPR and first aide...
5.0
"Nicole is amazing! She is very kind, patient, understanding and naturally intuitive. She is especially skilled in working with individuals with special needs. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her for any job!"
Debby G.
5.0
(2)
Caregiver with 10+ years experience available for immediate work (Dementia care, Physical disabilities, ASL, Hospice, G-Tube feeding).
Alexsander can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Alex helped my father for a year when he had ALS and was a very attentive and good caregiver. My father was very fond of him and his care. "
Care member
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I have 5 years of experience working with children. Where I acquired my knowledge of working with children with disabilities such as Downs, and ADD ADHD. My recent experience involved working as a Caretaker/Companion with a 10-year-old boy with cerebral palsy, and epilepsy. He is non-verbal, and partially blind. He has...
Alondra can also help with: Personal care
3.0
"Helped me for two or three weeks. Was supposed to come and help me and then" had a family crisis "so let me know that she could no longer help me ; promptly, just half a week later"
Chris B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I recently graduated with my degree, Doctor of Physical Therapy and am a licensed physical therapist. I have a passion to care for those in need, especially those who are most vulnerable. This has made me, comfortable, competent and confident with providing care for people with special needs.
I have over 9 years of care giving...
5.0
"We can't say enough good things about Veronica....she's caring, responsible, hard working and very flexible. She's been helping serve as personal assistant for our 20 yr old daughter who has some physical and intellectual special needs. Veronica quickly earned our...
John B.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm looking for a full-time position as a senior caregiver. I have previously worked with elderly people with disabilities such as; Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson and Diabetes for over 10 years. I'm very patient and I'm looking forward to working with you! Please feel free to contact me.
Zhaklin can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
3.0
(2)
I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Brenda. I consider myself a reserved honest, reliable and trustworthy caregiver. I love caring and helping the Elderly. My passion is reaching the goals in daily living of my clients so that they get the best care. I am certified as a Nursing Assistant. (CNA) CPR and First Aide. I also am a Certified Medical...
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She was great with my senior dad!"
Carla B.
Honey Jane P.
Skokie, IL
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Warm, Loving And Caring - Provides Comfort And Safety To Clients Round The Clock.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Honey Jane can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services
5.0
"Jane is an amazing Care-provider! She was willing to do whatever-it-takes to give the care needed for our elderly father. As the needs increased she communicated with our family and always helped with the solution for the next step. She is kind and loving yet...
Randy R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Juliana, I have been a caregiver for over 9 years. Especially Skills with Dementia , Alzheimer, Hoyer Lift, light housekeeping, Companionship, and Memory loss and many more. I am Reliable , dependable and honest. I am a caregiver because I enjoy helping others especially the elders. I will not be only a caregiver, I...
5.0
"I broke my leg in three places and live alone. Juliana was wonderful to assist me while I was totally immobilized for four weeks with meals, groceries, pet care, personal care, running errands taking me to doctors. She is fantastic and I highly recommend her"
Deborah M.
Connie B.
Niles, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
"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 autism. She is professional, knowledgeable, and keeps my son very busy. We could not ask for a better caregiver...
Stacy C.
Michelle K.
Park Ridge, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for children with discipline disorders, learning disorders, downs syndrome, and autism. I take time with children I work with, to learn how they respond and react to different ways of handling situations. I am energetic and caring. I hold a great deal of pride in the work I do.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have about 5 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.
5.0
"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 provided the best care. She is reliable, responsible and trustworthy. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"She is thoughtful, considerate and concerning to our needs. She adapts well and it was such a pleasure finding someone who would work part time and doesn't have a long commute for a three hour job."
Kathleen C.
5.0
(1)
I have been working in the special needs community since middle school. As a babysitter, in a hospital setting, and in a therapy setting all through high school, college, and post-professional employment.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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 require more attention than...
5.0
"She helped me during recovery from shoulder replacement surgery. I was VERY restricted in mobility and could not lift anything. It was very reassuring for me to have her on "stand-by" when I first showered by myself. She remembered how I liked things done and...
Caroline W.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a very loving, caring, honest, reliable, trustworthy, faithful, and very patient person. I have many years of experience working with seniors, elderly, Clients with health conditions, impairments and disabilities . I can honestly say I love my job and I love love putting a smile on their faces . Also it is very important...
Lourdes can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Lourdes is a wonderful loving person who became part of our family, She really does care and you will know that. She is very organized and very clear about what she thinks is going on and what the person she is caring for needs or wants, so that you can take...
Care member
I have experience working in nursing homes in the Alzheimer's, and dementia unit. I've helped care for my grandparents and I lost my grandmother and another lady who was like my grandma to dementia so I have personal experience as well as professional. I truly enjoy working with and spending time with the elderly. I'm also a...
Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, respite care, dementia, errands & more
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Karyn L.
5.0
I am pleased to have the opportunity to provide a letter of recommendation for Karyn B. Karyn is an extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, trustworthy, organized and professional individual who has taken on numerous responsibilities both inside and outside of the workplace. I have known Karyn...
- Heather S.
Alondra N.
5.0
Alondra is incredibly reliable and consistently goes above and beyond. Her punctuality, professionalism, and caring nature are her greatest attributes. I'd recommend her for hire for anyone seeking assistance with special needs care.
- Kevin S.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole is amazing! She is very kind, patient, understanding and naturally intuitive. She is especially skilled in working with individuals with special needs. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her for any job!
- Debby G.
Alexsander Z.
5.0
Alex helped my father for a year when he had ALS and was a very attentive and good caregiver. My father was very fond of him and his care.
- Care member
Alondra N.
3.0
Helped me for two or three weeks. Was supposed to come and help me and then" had a family crisis "so let me know that she could no longer help me ; promptly, just half a week later
- Chris B.