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Caitlin L.

Full/part Time Caregiver

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.

Alexis A. says "Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she...

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Part-time Care Provider Can Adapt To Meet Your Needs

Wauconda, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Jen. I am new to Care. com, and I am excited to work with you and your family. I am a reliable, adaptable, experience person who focuses on the positive of every situation. Laughter and fun are tool I use everyday to connect to people. I've worked with kids and adults with different abilities through Northwest Special...
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I'm Here To Help Your Loved One

Wauconda, IL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
My experience with senior care started with my grandmother. She was wheelchair bound with dementia. I used to take care of her out of her house and as she declined we moved her into my home. She was with me for over 5 years and I cared for her 24/7. Duties included companionship, feeding her, help with hygiene, transferring her,...
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Part - Time Caregiver

Wauconda, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I was Nanny to child with special needs from August 2018 to March 2020. I provided care for a 6-year-old with severe down syndrome Monday - Friday from 6-8 a.m. then again after school, 3-6 p.m. I would make and feed him breakfast, pack his backpack with bottles/ lunch, assist him with transportation on and off of the school...
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Hi my name is Connor K, and I am looking to get some more experience working with kids and adults who have different needs. I am a graduate of University of Illinois at Chicago where I earned a Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology. I have lots of experience working with kids who have special needs, most of which was during my time...
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Loving Professional Caregiver

Round Lake, IL

5.0(0)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Hospice care, and Medication...
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Homecare And Childcare Expert With Over 20 Years Of Family Services

Round Lake, IL

3.3(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am an educated Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois, with domestic & international travel flexibility to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Homecare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded skill...

Care Member says "Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her. "

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Flexible, Experienced

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is David. I have a deep commitment to compassionate caregiving. I have 20 years of experience in the Healthcare industry, specializing in advanced care for those facing mental disabilities, palliative needs, and hospice care. My caregiving approach is highly personalized, understanding that each patient has unique...

Care Member says "David is experienced and compassionate. He has guided my husband in PT exercises and walking to improve his balance. He always has a smile and knows how...

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Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.

Barbara Z. says "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...

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Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm a registered nurse from the Philippines, I have worked as a private caregiver for almost 9 years in the Chicago area. I am very committed, dedicated, and passionate. I take my task and responsibility very seriously, I create a system and take the initiative to improve care and comfort. I make sure I add value and quality of...

Victor C. says "MaryBeth was part of a team of caregivers that provided home-based care for my 96 year old mother in the period preceding her death. Mary Beth was kind...

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Autism Life Coach

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, My name is Jeff. I am a Autism Life Coach. I work with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disorders, Behavior Disorders, and Learning Disabilities. My experience is extensive beginning as a Substitute Teacher in the public schools, as well worked as a Paraprofessional/Job Coach Coordinator at a non-public...

Dawn C. says "What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with...

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Lake Zurich, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello My name is Sarah. I have recently, retired from working after 29 years. I have worked with special needs/senior adults in all capacities. I have decided now that I would like to work only part time with the elderly. I'm looking more for companion/assistant positions. I don't have the medical background so I'm not able to...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have a bachelor's degree in social work. I have worked as a case manager for seniors and individuals with special needs. I am a certified DSP with first aid and CPR training. I have worked with a variety of ages and ability levels. I have worked in group home environments, day programs, and ICFs.
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Grayslake, IL

1.0(0)
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$14/hr
10 years experience
I am a Certified aid in the state of Illinois and have taking care of adults with many disabilities as well as children. I have 14 years experience under supervised nurses and have been properly trained with many different situations and care that are needed to be handled. I hope I can answer more of your questions in a further...
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Mister

Vernon Hills, IL

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$19/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is David. A father of two teens. A college graduate with about 20 years experience in the Health Care Industry particularly concentrated with Senior Health. I am a compassionate hardworking person with a soft heart for people with disabilities. Caring for your loved ones can be stressful and daunting. I can be of...
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I Love All Kids And Dogs.

Mundelein, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am currently driving kids with special needs and have done this for many years. My own grandson is on the spectrum and has ADD and ADHD. I have worked in the classroom as a substitute aide for SEDOL and know some basic sign language. I have been a school bus driver since 1992.
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Child Welfare Attendant

Grayslake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I worked for 15 years for the Chicago Board of Education with many different children (of all ages) with special needs.
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Full Time Caregiver!

Grayslake, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
When I was in high school, I had been involved in the Special Needs department for almost 2 and half years! I was involved in a group called Peer Partners and helped the kids in their gym activities. Later on I ended up babysitting one of my favorite kids after school. He is non-verbal and suffers a unique form of down syndrome....
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Mundelein, IL

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
I have 13 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation , Bathing , Housekeeping, medication administration , special care , special needs assistance. I had great work reference from families who employed me. got Annual non medical service workers training certification. All Trust Methods of...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
4+ years as Adaptive Physical Education assistant volunteer 6+ years as a buddy to students in Special Needs /Life Skills Program 1+ years as volunteer in Kids Club 1+ years as a mentor to Special Education choir students 2+ years as one-on-one buddy for Life Skills students
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  • 60 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.60/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 Wauconda, IL

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

Caitlin L.

Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across...

- Alexis A.

Donyel H.

Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her.

- Care member

David P.

David is experienced and compassionate. He has guided my husband in PT exercises and walking to improve his balance. He always has a smile...

- Care member

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