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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...
Irena N.
Wheeling, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 20 years of experience. I have skills and experience providing supportive care to elderly people in their own home or in an assisted living facility, including assisting as bathing, dressing, cooking and cleaning, administering medications.
I have experience with working directly with people with physical disabilities,...
Irena can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Irena lived with and cared for my 98yr old bedridden mother for almost a year before she passed. Irena is compassionate and knowledgeable in every aspect of caregiving, especially with the elderly. Being bedridden with Alzheimers my mother could not do anything...
Care member
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..
Lavinia can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Licensed Nurse
5.0
" Lavinia is a treasure. She cared for my wife until she passed of Parkinson's and dementia on Memorial Day. My wife loved Lavinia. She cared for my wife for nearly two years and became "family."
Lavinia was always positive and a self starter. Always a delight...
Kendon B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
I currently teach in a self-contained special education classroom. This is my 8th year of teaching. I hold a Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction with Specialized Endorsements in Special Education and English as a Second Language from National Louis University. I also have a bachelor's degree in Elementary...
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...
5.0
"Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "
Darleena W.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
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...
Larissa can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
4.0
"Lara worked for my mother for about 4 months. She was dependable and worked hard to make my mother who suffers from dementia feel comfortable."
Scott K.
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.
Jessica W.
Woodstock, IL
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Ivalis and I am a new resident of Illinois from Texas. I am a newly graduated Speech Language Pathologist. I have had over 9 years of experience as a caregiver for children/adults with disabilities, and their siblings. I am comfortable with a wide range of abilities, and have a range of medical experience for in...
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.
Kotoko M.
Schaumburg, IL
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of seniors with dementia, stroke victims and with mental disabilities. I have worked as a sous chef and have knowledge of healthy meal planning.
Kotoko can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
5.0
"Kotoko is a great communicator. She is honest, intelligent, and dependable. She was punctual and completed the job to perfection. I highly recommend her."
Margaret H.
Deborah A.
Woodstock, IL
$30/hr • 3 yrs exp
3.7
(3)
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: Personal care, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & 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.
5.0
(1)
I am a loving Nanny with 16 years and also a Certified Nursing Assisted for 14 years experience with CPR and First Aid certified, collaborative team player and strong clinical and interpersonal skills. proficient in caring for children and adults clients to improve overall health and well being.
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: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
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
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
(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
Jessica W.
Woodstock, IL
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
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.
Nkhalo L.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've nine years working with people with mental disabilities. Am working towards my LPN and am a certified nursing assistant as well as a phlebotomist.
3.0
"She worked with us for about 3 months, did overnight care for our special needs son. We paid her what she asked, we spent a lot of time training her. She took off about once every 3 week. She did a good job when she did come, but was not dependable. Unsure if I...
Nasrullah K.
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Island Lake, IL
Irena N.
5.0
Irena lived with and cared for my 98yr old bedridden mother for almost a year before she passed. Irena is compassionate and knowledgeable in every aspect of caregiving, especially with the elderly. Being bedridden with Alzheimers my mother could not do anything for herself. Irena had to feed her,...
- Care member
Lavinia B.
5.0
Lavinia is a treasure. She cared for my wife until she passed of Parkinson's and dementia on Memorial Day. My wife loved Lavinia. She cared for my wife for nearly two years and became "family."
Lavinia was always positive and a self starter. Always a delight when she arrived with her smile....
- Kendon B.
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.
Priscilla D.
5.0
Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom.
- Darleena W.
Larissa D.
5.0
Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!
- Ed A.