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Vickey C.

HOME CARE COMPANSION SERVICES

Oak Lawn, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...

Chris J. says "I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication...

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Special Needs Caregiver

Oak Lawn, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My experience with special needs came from a previous family that I nannied for. The young boy had ADHD and required medication, counseling and follow through on behavior modification techniques. Another experience was a young boy I tutored who had Down Syndrome. He was a high functioning little guy who was able to learn to read...
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Senior Professional Caregiver

Oak Lawn, IL

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
I have got 18 years of experience in caregiving I am a very kind person polite, gentle, well mannered lady and looking to start the job as soon as possible. Nights shifts preferred. Second priority is day shift. Thank you
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Part-time Caregiver, Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have 15 years of experience in a health care setting. In Lithuania (where I came from) I worked in a hospital of mental diseases, as an attendant for 5 years. I was taking care of mentally ill patients, most of them were seniors. I am a compassionate, caring, patient and kind health care provider. I also organized and...
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Fun Sitter And Care Specialist.

Oak Lawn, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I like caring for people with special needs because of my passion and delight in seeing people happy through my efforts. One thing you should know about me is I am strong and hardworking. My skills include driving, cleaning and personal support.
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Experienced Caregiver Looking For A New Private Client.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...

Care Member says "Maria is an outstanding caregiver, patient, punctual, going out of her way, and over her duties in caring for her patients."

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This Is My Passion

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...

Jasmine W. says "She's an angel. Caring and kind."

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Home-care Provider

Chicago, IL

3.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
My name is Quintisa I've been doing care-giving/CNA for some years. I've worked with seniors and people with disabilities, all my clients have fallen to love me, and I've done the same, I love helping others and making them feel comfortable with me in their home, I'm very nice. I cook, clean, run errands, do laundry, medication...

Tanisha S. says "She is great with people from all age groups kindhearted and gentle with people"

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Berwyn, IL

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....

Care Member says "Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management ,...

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Full Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
respite care
I have worked with seniors and disabled participants for 5 years. I began working as a home care giver. I have worked with people with dementia, alzheimer's, bed bond clients and all other medical conditions. I provided daily tasks such as light house cleaning, doing laundry, dressing and grooming the participant, preparing...

Dan K. says "Alexis has a great work ethic and is very responsible and trustworthy. She does a great job cleaning my 5 bedroom home and does the grocery shopping, drops...

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Kind hearted

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
I am a CNA and a final year medical student that has experience with both Kids and the elderly. I have also taken care of the mentally disabled in a group home. I have worked as an assistant living personnel. And I currently work with private clients and also in the hospital as a CNA on PRN basis. I will say that my biggest...

Faustina A. says "Lucinda cared for my kids as if they were her own. She loves kids and she is very punctual. You can totally rely on her 24/7. I will hire her any day."

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Full Time Caregiver With Over 20 Years Of Experience

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I took care of an elderly woman in a nursing home when I lived in Palatine in 2001. In 2019, I was a part-time in-home caregiver for a senior couple with Alzeimer's and Dementia. My most recent job is 20 years working with a 36-year-old girl with cerebral palsy. In these jobs, I was responsible for bathing, lifting, and...

Jordan C. says "Virginija is a very compassion, dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care, daily activities, management, security...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience
I took care of my sick mom in Nigeria before she passed on and ever since I have dedicated my self to helping people who are unable to fend for themselves. I have worked with people with diabetes, multiple sclerosis, blind or visually impaired patients and I must say it's been an honor working with them. I must confess it's...
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I'm A Caring, Loving Person Who Gives Dependable Help

Worth, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.

Patrick D. says "I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very...

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Ability Coach & Support Provider

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love my job! What I love most are the amazing people I get to work with. I have over 10 years experience working with students and clients with multiple abilities and diagnoses. I have worked as a paid employee and volunteer for school districts, special need cooperatives and adult service providers. This has given me...

Charles S. says "Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her...

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Patient, Dedicated, Compassionate And Personable.

Chicago Ridge, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Dedicated & compassionate caregiver who knows how to keep a level head in emergencies. Specialization in looking after elderly and physically disabled. Most experienced with dementia and Alzheimer's. I will be obtaining my CPR recertification this month. For a snapshot personal bio- I am a wife & mother of three humans, four...

Dennis B. says "Ciara has been working with us for nearly 2 years. She is one of the most empathetic hard working caregivers I have ever met. She is reliable,...

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Orland Park, IL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hello! I have been working with adults and seniors with Special Needs in some capacity ever since I graduated college in 2013. I started out working hands on with multiple individuals in their home and assisting with different ADL tasks including toileting, dressing, medication administration, and meal preparation/feeding. I...
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  • 60 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs adult care is 5.0

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

Special Needs Adult Care in Oak Lawn, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care

Vickey C.

I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from...

- Chris J.

Maria C.

Maria is an outstanding caregiver, patient, punctual, going out of her way, and over her duties in caring for her patients.

- Care member

Kimberly J.

She's an angel. Caring and kind.

- Jasmine W.

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