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Sidney O.


Harvard, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have been working in the special needs field for a little while now. I enjoy the learning, and watching the adult/child's progress. Its a great feeling to help someone! its a wonderful job I enjoy, and meeting new people is just something I really love.
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Lori B.


Harvard, IL

$13-50/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver With Experience !

I specialize in caring for elderly persons with physical or mental disabilities, giving them the best attention and effort. I have worked with patients with senile dementia, paralysis, Alzheimer, Parkinson's disease, strokes and others. The people I have had the opportunity to care for described me as a kind, compassionate,...
Lori can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Chelsea B.


Sharon, WI

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hello I am Chelsea! I have chosen care giving as a career path. Caring for those in need brings my life so much joy. I like working directly with a family because I believe being a good care giver is also developing a relationship with my client and their family so they feel comfortable with me and the family can be at ease...
I have been a personal caregiver for 3 years now. Not certified but know the schools books like the back of my hand. I have most experience with brain injuries and epilepsy or other seizures. I used to work for the IDHS but then got a factory job doing other such things. I miss taking care of people and I'm about to start school...
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Hailey S.


Sharon, WI

$24-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have been a RA since I was 15 years old to children, teens, seniors, and young adults! I recently just got my Medication Aide certificate in 2022. I am 20 years old with two kids. I have a son who is in school during the day and a little girl who is with me for most of it until she is able to be in school full time. I have...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I have cared for people of all ages and backgrounds in various settings. I have previously worked with kids as a Nursery Coordinator while nannying/babysitting and attending school for Special Education. During my time as a Certified Nursing Assistant, my main position was caring for dementia and Alzheimer's residents. I would...
Alexis can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

I have cared for people of all ages and backgrounds in various formal and informal settings. I have experience assisting patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia working for the county in a nursing home. From there I worked with kids as a Nursery Coordinator in my church while nannying/babysitting and attending school for Special...
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Jennifer B.


South Beloit, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver 10 Years

I graduated high school in 2009 then went to Everest College in California for Medical Assistant, CNA, AED/First Aid, and even took some Dental Courses. I worked for Beloit Home companion Registry for 6 years taking care of the Elderly and Disabled. My job duties included bathing, dressing, hair, dental help, medication...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, home modification, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Jen has been an absolute godsend! She goes above and beyond to care for my mom like she is her own. The care she provides to my mom not only assists my mom, but gives me a peace of mind that I could only have dreamed of! You would be lucky to have Jen as a part of...

Julie D.

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Joleen A.


Lake Geneva, WI

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Sunshine Headed Your Way

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

**Covid Vaccinated** Hello there! Thank you for viewing my posting! I'm happy to share a little about me. I live in lake Geneva. My background, I started out being a daycare teacher for 3+ years. Transitioned my interests to becoming an in home care provider/assistant. For 10+ years I have experience all across the board. began...
Joleen can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Joleen has been taking care of my wife with severe early Alzheimer's for the past 10 months. Joleen is fantastic! Very personable, helpful, punctual, caring, and innovative doing daily activities with my wife. I have tremendous respect for Joleen and what/how...

Scott L.

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Deborah A.


Woodstock, IL

$30/hr3 yrs exp

I am a CNA. I am highly organized, dedicated, and with a positive attitude to professionalism. I have a good oral and written communication in English with great inter-personal skills. I have strong sense of responsibility and am self motivated. I can work efficiently and effectively with minimum supervision. I am dependable...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Deborah was very dependable when caring for my father. My father passed away 10 months ago, but she still checks in with our family, which we appreciate."

Susan F.

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Margarit K.


Belvidere, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Preparation

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Senior care experience with Diabetes, Parkinson D., cancer, disabled. CNA. I'm also a licensed cosmetologist and massage therapist.
Margarit can also help with: Mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I have nothing but praise for Margarit. She is a wonderful, smart, kind, energetic woman and an extremely hard worker! I have thanked the person who put me in touch with Margarit about a hundred times because I am so grateful to have Margarit's help. She has...

Marya S.

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Jessica W.


Woodstock, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Being adopted and raised by my grandparents, I have a deep respect to this population. So many life experiences have brought them to where they are and each other of them deserve the care and respect to help carry them further. I received my Certified Nurses Assistant degree over 10 years ago. I worked in a nursing home (4...
Jessica can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Jessica W.


Woodstock, IL

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Currently I work as a Caseworker for adults with intellectual disabilities. Over 7 years in the field from a camp counselor to a Direct Service Professional to a QIDP (caseworker) I have learned from them and taught others how much love in life can be given from them. My goal for those I support is not only to care for them but...
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Rhonda L.


McHenry, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Rhonda. I am CNA Certified and also have my certificate in dialysis. I have been doing home healthcare for the past 8 years. I recently cared for a gentlemen that's wheelchair bound and has heart, renal and diabetes. I transfer him from bed to wheelchair, to bathing, to dressing, prepare and serve meals, check...
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Norma M.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.
5.0
"Norma is the best! Very professional and helpful with our special needs son. "

Scott G.

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Suzana G.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr

Sami Retired Registered Nurse

I have more than 25 years experience of working with all age categories patients including cerebral palsy, autism, mental development, diagnosis associated , dementia, diabetes, cancer patients, ALS, MS, autoimmune disorders. I am available for 4 days per week assignments.
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Karen R.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Caring, Patient Professional Nanny

I have worked with special needs children as a special needs bus driver and summer school teacher's assistant for eight year. I have a cover letter and resume that I will bring to an interview. Thank you.
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Rosa W.


Huntley, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Experienced Caregiver

I have worked with special education students for over 10 yrs in an elementary school. I currently work as a teacher during the school yr. I have worked in daycares with infants all the way to schoolagers. I have 4 kids of my own 12, 9, 6 yr old twins.
I am passionate about helping people in need. My current occupation is a human services organization. I serve adults with intellectual developmental disabilities. I thought I would put my info on here in case anyone in my area needs some help!
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Hope L.


Woodstock, IL

$9-14/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked in a nursing home as a certified nursing assistant for 1 and a half years caring for residents. This has given me caregiving experience and a love for helping others. My brother is also severely disabled and I have taken care of him for 4 years by tube feeding him and changing him.
Skills:

CNA

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Harvard, IL

Jennifer B.

5.0

Jen has been an absolute godsend! She goes above and beyond to care for my mom like she is her own. The care she provides to my mom not only assists my mom, but gives me a peace of mind that I could only have dreamed of! You would be lucky to have Jen as a part of your care team in any way!

- Julie D.

Joleen A.

5.0

Joleen has been taking care of my wife with severe early Alzheimer's for the past 10 months. Joleen is fantastic! Very personable, helpful, punctual, caring, and innovative doing daily activities with my wife. I have tremendous respect for Joleen and what/how she does to provide exceptional...

- Scott L.

Deborah A.

5.0

Deborah was very dependable when caring for my father. My father passed away 10 months ago, but she still checks in with our family, which we appreciate.

- Susan F.

Margarit K.

5.0

I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly recommend Margaret K as an exceptional caretaker. I have had the privilege of knowing Margaret K for 3 years and several months, and during this time, I have witnessed her unwavering dedication, compassion, and expertise in providing care to my mother and...

- Care member

Norma M.

5.0

Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my two boys, one of which is on the spectrum, in her care and would not hesitate to do so again.

- Barbara Z.

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