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Abigail V.

RBT

Crest Hill, IL

from
$17/hr
2 years experience
I have been a babysitter for 13 years old. I am an RBT as well. Patience is my forte and I'm glad of it:)
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Dedicated In-Home Senior Care | Personalized Support

Lockport, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...

Christina K. says "Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing...

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Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Homer Glen, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi.. My name is Chris and I have a passion for helping people in need.. My sister had MS for over 20 years. My Mom had dementia and other medical issues... and took care for her until her passing.. So I understand that people need help..:)

Catherine K. says "Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping...

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Most Caring Care Giver

Frankfort, IL

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Toni. I have worked with developmentally disabled adults for 25 years and still working with same company. I have been experienced and trained through work with many different types of dementias Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, stroke. I've worked for many years in home care and hospital settings in hospice/palliative...

Tami G. says "Toni worked for us caring for my Mom for 3 weeks and then called in sick and stop showing up. She was an ok caregiver but not reliable. "

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Love People

Mokena, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Bonnie and a Nanny and Caregiver. I love what I do, and I serve to the best of my ability. I've been working as a Nanny going on 3 years . I love working with kids. I try to connect with them one way through arts and crafts, park visits and libraries etc. . I enjoy building their character always with much...

Matthew L. says "Bonnie watches our adult daughter and we just love her. She is kind and dependable. Our daughter looks forward to seeing her"

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Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

Lockport, IL

5.0(0)
from
$37/hr
10 years experience
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...

Genoveva R. says "Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with...

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Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been trained in reflex integration, TBI recovery related to strokes, brain injury, visual-auditory-sensory issues. I work with infants to adults.

Connie B. says "Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the...

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Orland Park, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
respite care
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For 24 years I worked with adults/seniors with disabilities. I took care of bathing some toileting medication doctor appt. Wound care, shopping, house cleaning, cooking, and all other care
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Clinical Experience Caring For Elderly

Plainfield, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Cailee. I'm a registered nurse with several years of experience. Before becoming a nurse, I worked full-time as a nanny and also as an activities coordinator at a senior living facility. I live in Plainfield with my awesome husband and two wonderful kids. As a mother of two children who are in preschool Monday...
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Lockport, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Amyah, and I've been a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the past 4 years. I'm passionate about helping others and truly enjoy making a positive difference in people's lives. Whether it's assisting with daily activities, providing companionship, or offering dependable and compassionate care, I approach every...
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Dear Prospective Family

Frankfort, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
My name is Toni. I have worked as a babysitter from middle school through high school. While in my early hs and college years I cleaned homes, I babysat in my early 20s then got a job I absolutely love, working with developmentally disabled adults (I'm still there pt) I have worked with this company the past 25 years and...
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Experienced Orland Park/ Chicagoland Babysitter!

Orland Park, IL

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$10/hr
8 years experience
I have been babysitting special needs children for 8 years years now. I have experienced working with kids with Autism, mental impairment, heart problems, Cerebral Palsy, behavioral disorders, and more. I enjoy helping to care for these kids in any way I can!
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Young & Experienced Professional Looking For Part-Time Work

Mokena, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Current graduate student in the field of school psychology with 6 years of experience in special ed.
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Care For Children With Special Needs

Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I currently work in District 204 in a multi-needs classroom and have gained hands-on experience working with children with a variety of special needs and behavior challenges. I have been fully trained in using Augmentative and Alternative Communication Devices, visual aids, First/Then statements, and the ABA approach style of...
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A Positive Caregiver

Bourbonnais, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Hello, my name is Angelique W. I am a seasoned formal caregiver back when I was in my twenties, but I am still very good at what I do. I am very kind and patient. Additionally, I love helping children, adolescents, and adults. It is one of my greatest joys.
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Part Time Or Full Time

Orland Park, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
personal care
I have worked for more than 15 years as a caregiver. I have had different experience in my previous positions, from disabled people to people with strokes and dementia. I cook delicious
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10 Years Experience Working With Elderly Patients. Ambulatory And Non Ambulatory

Minooka, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked at nursing homes for 10 years until I became a mother. Now that kids are in school I'm looking to work again. I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's patients as well as patients with multiple disabilities. I was a certified nurse assistant but it expired due to having children. I am still very...
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Medical Assistant 20 Years Experience

Lockport, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been a medical assistant for over 20 years. My background is in Orthopedic Spine and out patient surgery. Home health is a path I started 3 years ago when the physician I was employed by retired. My heart is in home health now, it has been truly rewarding. In the past three years I have worked with quadriplegic and the...
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  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of November 2025

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

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

Barbara B.

Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable...

- Christina K.

Chris G.

Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate...

- Catherine K.

Toni D.

Toni worked for us caring for my Mom for 3 weeks and then called in sick and stop showing up. She was an ok caregiver but not reliable.

- Tami G.

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