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senior care

Cedar Lake, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Full-Time Caregiver Available

Glenwood, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I love children! I am enthusiastic, energetic, hardworking, and dedicated to what I do. I have 8 years of experience with children infant-5 years; specializing with children ages 3-5 years old. My experience includes changing diapers, potty training, teaching, cleaning, cooking/baking, filing papers, and much more. My unique...
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Experienced Nanny

Calumet City, IL

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...

Nicole B. says "We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her....

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My Passion

Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
errands
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a certified nursing assistant with 11 years of experience. My experience is diverse with a combination of hospital, home health and long-term care. In 2021, I was inspired to start a business in home health care after the passing of my grandmother who had Alzheimer's disease. I pride myself in working hard and am...

Shavon F. says "Darra is amazing! She helped my mom who was in home hospice with dementia during the final weeks of her life. Darra is very skilled and knowledgeable. She...

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Nanny

New Lenox, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 10-month-old). I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.

marvin D. says "Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."

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Jasmine M.

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I love children. 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 working with them very much. I have been and am...

Catearina C. says "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...

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Griffith, IN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
About myself & my philosophies for child care: *Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education *Past experiences include: one on one pre-K teacher, daycare Pre-K teacher, mothers helper, nanny. *Home is the first and most important classroom. I focus on emotional learning and problem solving along with the basics. *Learning...

Katelyn T. says "Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The kids were safe...

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Crestwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
18 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Hello My name is Cyndy. I have 18+ years of caring for children, seniors. I do not mind light housekeeping or driving in immediate area. I have transportation w an excellent driving record. I have Great References. Have experience w diabetes, dementia, tbi special needs care and more. I am looking to fill my weekdays as I work...

Sara T. says "Cyndy is reliable, great with people, seniors, and children, kind, patient, honest, and really puts in 100% to what she enjoys doing!"

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Nanny

Hobart, IN

3.0(1)
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$14/hr
7 years experience
I am a substitute teacher for a nearby school district. I have been a nanny for several years. I have experience working with special needs and all ages. I am a nonsmoker, have my own transportation , and can provide references.

Nicole J. says "The kids love her! I can trust her to always have my kids best interest in mind."

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Caregiver - Teacher And Mother

Griffith, IN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a stay at home mom looking for part time work. For many years I worked within the public schools and taught modify behavior within the special education curriculum. I also have several years experience being a caregiver for Seniors as well with people who have developmental disabilities, from severe to moderate. I...

Mari G. says "I have known Christy since 1990. She is not only a friend of mine, but I have relied on her to watch my children and transport them on several occasions....

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Interactive Nanny

Orland Park, IL

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...

Kimberly C. says "Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our...

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This Is My Passion

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$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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Caregiver/Nanny

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am looking to help people care for their children while they are working. I am a mother of 3 grown children and I have been working with students with special needs for about 7 years. I have a big family and love being the fun aunt to my young nieces and nephews. We love to do crafts, go to the zoo, swim, plays games,...

Angela K. says "Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$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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Merrillville, IN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jackie and I absolutely love kids. I have a bachelor's degree in special education as well as elementary education through western governors university. I have been babysitting since about age 14 and have loved it ever since. I've had 5 years experience with special needs and also 6 years experience overall. I...

Cheryl P. says "Jackie is a kind and gentle young lady. She is very conscientious and hard working and will complete assigned tasks timely and with enthusiasm. Jackie...

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Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

Highland, IN

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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Crestwood, IL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sam, and I am currently a student at UIUC. I have experience working with children, including those with special needs. My expierences in childcare and tutoring have taught me a lot about nannying. Including that I love working in this position and am always willing to learn more!
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Crown Point, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 6 siblings I helped raise and now have three beautiful Daughters of my own as well as have worked as a teacher and worked at a daycare. I also have provided Respite services for families who have children with special needs for 10+ years
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Griffith, IN

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$18/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I am 20 years old from Griffith, Indiana and a full time business student at IUN. I have always loved children starting at a young age when my mother started her nannying career. I learned from watching her over the years and helping her with children of all ages including those with special needs. I spent my high school...
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Upbeat Attentive Caregiver

Palos Heights, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
live-in home care
specialized care
Compassionate caregiver looking for a live-in position to help create a good home atmosphere for your loved one. As a former Special Needs Personal Support Worker and Animal Rescue Caregiver, I have always enjoyed helping others. In addition to growing up taking care of a large family and a sister with special needs on an oxygen...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of September 2026

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Keairra M.

We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the...

- Nicole B.

Darra J.

Darra is amazing! She helped my mom who was in home hospice with dementia during the final weeks of her life. Darra is very skilled and...

- Shavon F.

Yanira N.

Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.

- marvin D.

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