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Jackie S.


Beecher, IL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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Hello. I am Jackie and I have been a special needs caregiver for 23 years. I have been long term with a set of Rett syndrome twins, and my niece is middle spectrum autistic. I have worked with traumatic brain injury and a stroke in the womb that left her with seizures and no speech. I work with non-verbal, non-ambulatory, and...
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Jackie S.


Beecher, IL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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I Am a Christian lady, I go to church regularly, I am dependable, honest, and on time. I have excellent references to give you. I'm not so much of a sit down companion, I need to be up and do little jobs but I most certainly will take excellent care of your senior parent, aunt, friend, etc... I was caring for a senior lady who...
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Claire C.


Cedar Lake, IN

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

10+ Yrs of Childcare/Teaching Experience!

5.0

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I have over 20 years of experience caring & educating children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years of age. I have worked as a full time teacher in a nursery specializing in infants 6weeks-12months. I have 8 years experience as a full-time nanny. 4 years experience with preschool and was a substitute for elementary schools. I have a...
5.0
"Claire has been cleaning my house for about 6 months. She comes in with her own supplies, she is very thorough, trustworthy and respectful. I would highly recommend her. Claire also has watched our...

Reviewed by Care member

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Denise R.


Cedar Lake, IN

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter /childcare Provider

5.0

(1)

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I have almost 4 years experience babysitting / childcare with references . I was a CNA at a hospital for a while and have recently assisted a woman in a wheelchair , and can provide reference to. The children I babysit for like me very much . I enjoy playing with them and I prepare meals , etc.
5.0
"She was very nice and helped me out quite a bit when i needed it. Was on time and will hire again if need arises. Thank You~"

Reviewed by Tonya L.

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Heather M.


Steger, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

(2)

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Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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Bryancka J.


Crete, IL

$20-34/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I always make my client feel as he/she is no different from others. I have been working in the health care field for five years. I love what I do. I am very compassionate. I am certified in CPR. I am certified by the state of Illinois. My qualifications include: -Meal preparation -Reporting changes in client's physical...
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Melissa R.


Crete, IL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter

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Hello my name is Melissa. I'm 32 years old with 15+ years of experience, newborn-16. I am very comfortable with all the experiences which come with taking care of children, including special needs. I have spent several years working in Childcare with 3 families in particular long term. I realized once I had my own kids, the...
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Kaelyn G.


Steger, IL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

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Hi ! I have my license to work in schools as a teachers assistant. I currently am in college and each semester is different for me, resulting in me trying to work outside of schools. I have 5+ years working with children who have special needs. 5+ years babysitting. 5+ years dog, cat, horse, and house sitting !
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Kayla M.


Dyer, IN

$11-17/hr • 3 yrs exp

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I am the oldest sibling of 5, which left me with much nanny experience. I am a student that is completing Bachelor's of Science degree in Health Sciences. My final classes are online so studying and doing homework will not be an interference. In the future, I hope to attend graduate school to be a Physician's Assistant. I have...
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Sydney H.


Saint John, IN

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

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Hello! My name is Sydney and I am 19 years old. I have been a babysitter for years upon years now. I started when I was 14 watching younger cousins, then started transferring to new families! I have worked with children of all ages and even children with special needs! I am a busy-free person and always willing to help. I can...
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Rebecca S.


Cedar Lake, IN

$12-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

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I have been taking care of people for the last 15 years. I started with autistic child and have gone all the way to end of life care. I am familiar with all types of people and fully enjoy taking care of people that need my assistance. I am patient and hands on. I can help with anything. I love taking care a child who needs...
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Lauren G.


Saint John, IN

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Looking To Babysit A Few Days Of The Week Over The Summer.

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Hi! My name is Lauren. I just finished up my first year at Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame Indiana. I am a intended nursing major. I am in Best Buddies with is an organization with people of all ages with special needs. This year my buddy I got paired with had down syndrome and we bonded so well. I attended Lake Central High...
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Natalie A.


Cedar Lake, IN

$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Natalie

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Hello, my name is Natalie I am from cedar lake, indiana. I am a fun loving and energetic person. I love learning new things about routines and how things operate for you in your family. I have many many experience in dog walking, pet sitting, and watching the elderly. special needs is new to me but I would love to get into...
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Joanie D.


Cedar Lake, IN

$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp

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I am very well educated in what I do I was a LPN and I did not renew my license but I am very well of a lot of medical issues that arise and I can answer plenty of questions for that I'm good at what I do I have excellent references and I enjoy being with teenagers all the way up to senior citizens
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Jayne D.


Cedar Lake, IN

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Provider

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If you need a driver or assistance with daily chores to keep your independence, please contact me. I'm patient, hard working and get joy from helping others.
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Karen M.


Cedar Lake, IN

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

senior care

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I can assist with bathing, medication administration, shopping, light house keeping, transportation, etc. I have extensive experience in senior care, including caring for those with disabilities and special needs.
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Jenna R.


Munster, IN

$5-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

4.5

(4)

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I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
5.0
"I met Jenna when I was looking for a nanny for my son. She was sweet, very professional and highly qualified. I think very highly of her and will be using her for our babysitter!"

Reviewed by Michelle D.

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Madison B.


Frankfort, IL

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My name is Madison and I am currently a senior at GVSU. I am 22 years old and will be graduating with my nursing degree in late April. I have been babysitting/ nannying for years now and am also employed at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago & work on the hematology/oncology floor. For the past 6 summers I have been a full...
5.0
"Madison is a wonderful nanny! Madison cared for our kids, ages 3 and 4 1/2, two days a week from September 2022 through May 2023 and we are SUPER excited to welcome her back this fall! Madison is very...

Reviewed by April F.

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Jasmine M.


South Holland, IL

$17/hr • 8 yrs exp

Jasmine M.

5.0

(3)

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I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy...
5.0
"Jasmine is very tentative and gentle with my one year old daughter, who is fussy and attached to her dad and I . She is a professional in this field . My daughter cries when we get there and before leaving out...

Reviewed by Angelique B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Beecher, IL

Claire C.

5.0

Claire has been cleaning my house for about 6 months. She comes in with her own supplies, she is very thorough, trustworthy and respectful. I would highly recommend her. Claire also has watched our wonderful elderly dog while we were out of town. She treated him as good as we do.

- Care member

Denise R.

5.0

She was very nice and helped me out quite a bit when i needed it. Was on time and will hire again if need arises. Thank You~

- Tonya L.

Jenna R.

5.0

We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids.

- Maria W.

Madison B.

5.0

Madison is a wonderful nanny! Madison cared for our kids, ages 3 and 4 1/2, two days a week from September 2022 through May 2023 and we are SUPER excited to welcome her back this fall! Madison is very dependable, responsible, a great communicator, timely, trustworthy, and positive. She always keeps...

- April F.

Jasmine M.

5.0

Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him as well. Definitely recommend.

- Catearina C.

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