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I was a live in care giver and life manager for a young adult with Down syndrome for 6 years. Previously I was a house manager for busy household with 2 homes to care and manage in the city and suburbs. Love to care for others and lighten the load on parents!
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I worked for families over 20 years as a nanny and I would like to try another opportunity, take care for elderly people, so I have not any experience with them, but I would like to became a care giver.
Nkhalo L.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
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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...
Reviewed by Nasrullah K.
5.0
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My name is Juliana, I have been a caregiver for over 9 years. Especially Skills with Dementia , Alzheimer, Hoyer Lift, light housekeeping, Companionship, and Memory loss and many more. I am Reliable , dependable and honest. I am a caregiver because I enjoy helping others especially the elders. I will not be only a caregiver, I...
5.0
"I broke my leg in three places and live alone. Juliana was wonderful to assist me while I was totally immobilized for four weeks with meals, groceries, pet care, personal care, running errands taking me to...
Reviewed by Deborah M.
5.0
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I see value, purpose, love, and growth in all people! I lead by example and am very compassionate. My younger brother has autism. I have worked with both youth and adults with various types of disabilities for several years. I also volunteered as a "buddy" for small children with disability at my church Sunday School.
5.0
"Nik has a special gift for working with people with disabilities as well as their families. I have worked alongside Nik for several years now and his professionalism and compassion for helping others continues...
Reviewed by Kara C.
5.0
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With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses.
As a public school teacher of many...
5.0
"Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new...
Reviewed by Ann D.
3.5
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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."
Reviewed by Courtney B.
5.0
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Paraprofessional ESL 4 years, group homes 2. 5 years. Substitute teacher SPED & normal classes 10 years. I have worked with: Down syndrome, autism, handicapped and other disorders and disabilities. I have the following training: CPI, first aid, and CPR. I have my own car, I can cook, and clean.
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My brother was born with autism and I was very young however I had to step up. So ever since then I have been very well trained with children with special needs. I also did a program within the company my brother uses for therapy.
Hager B.
Morton Grove, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi!! My name is Hager. I have experience with kids that have ADHD, bipolar, schizophrenia and Autism. I work at a medical office part-time.
I m a responsible, trustworthy, patient & dependable babysitter. I have a lot of energy. On my spare time I like to go on long runs, read, play bard games & cook.
I look forward to...
Jordyn K.
Northbrook, IL
$15-25/hr
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I am more than willing to work with special needs children. I do not have any previous experience but I am a very patient person and very willing to do whatever it is you need me to do if you think I could handle it!
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I have been a caregiver for more than 18 years. In my past jobs I have taken care of stroke victims, people with Alzheimer's disease, cancer patients, and individuals with dementia and epilepsy (my last job for 15+ years). I even took care of a man who suffered from ALS. With the ALS patient I had to maintain his ventilator,...
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My name is Jam a Filipino American caregiver who has a nursing background. Experience in taking good care of your special needs child. I am compassionate and willing to take care of your infant and family.
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I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in a Kindergarten classroom! My main responsibilities were to assist the students with recreational and educational activities, practice behavior management, help with toileting, and of course keep the kids safe. In college, I interned with Community Access Naperville, a...
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I am a Christian & a very hardworking individual who likes & enjoys making a difference in other people's lives. I like to assist in all of their needs to live a comfortable life. I am looking for a babysitting job, nanny, childcare, housekeeping, senior care, personal assistant & tutoring. I am open to living-in opportunities....
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My name is Danuta, I am CNA certified by Illinois Department of Public Health, Chicago. Part of Healthcare Team serving many functions at nursing facility for many years provides care to patients with profound mental and physical disabilities. Dedicated, responsible and respectful personality. I have experience, and excellent...
Shelby P.
Vernon Hills, IL
$30-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
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My name is Shelby, I'm a 27-year-old social worker at a residential treatment facility. I currently work with developmentally delayed teenage boys with mental health disorders and behavioral concerns. I started caring for others with babysitting 13 years ago and have done it on and off since. I have also worked at 2 elementary...
Kristina K.
Arlington Heights, IL
$25-30/hr
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Hi! My name ia Kristina! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person, and I am 28 years old. I love working with individuals of all ages! I used to be a camp counselor for about 7 years, and I have 10+ years of experience working with children, and volunteering in special education. I can help with Cooking, Crafts, Light...
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I have 1 year experience as a special education paraprofessional. Students needs include significant cognitive disabilities, multiple disabilities, autism, hearing and visual impairments, physical and health impairments, communication disorders, sensory and behavioral impairments. I worked persistently to ensure the students...
Martha K.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Highland Park, IL
Nkhalo L.
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 would hire again knowing what I know...
- Nasrullah K.
Juliana R.
5.0
I broke my leg in three places and live alone. Juliana was wonderful to assist me while I was totally immobilized for four weeks with meals, groceries, pet care, personal care, running errands taking me to doctors. She is fantastic and I highly recommend her
- Deborah M.
Nik H.
5.0
Nik has a special gift for working with people with disabilities as well as their families. I have worked alongside Nik for several years now and his professionalism and compassion for helping others continues to impress me each and every day. Nik is extremely reliable and goes above and beyond...
- Kara C.
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive, intelligent, and always follows...
- Ann D.
Alondra N.
5.0
Alondra is incredibly reliable and consistently goes above and beyond. Her punctuality, professionalism, and caring nature are her greatest attributes. I'd recommend her for hire for anyone seeking assistance with special needs care.
- Kevin S.