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Madelyn B.
Hometown, IL
$20-36/hr
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Experience working with individuals with Down syndrome, ADHD, Autism, and spins bífida.
I've worked with a large age range however prefer 2
2-15 range.
Confortable changing, flooding, transporting, swimming and physical activity
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Licensed EMT available for child and senior care. Mom of one special needs child. CPR certified. Available in the morning to early afternoon monday-Fridays.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily...
Reviewed by Chris J.
Ariel Z.
Chicago, IL
$23-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! At my daily job, I work with special needs kids from the ages of 2-6. I am also a big sister to six siblings. I have two sets of twins in my family whose ages range from one month to 9 years old. I have experience working with kids up to the ages of 16. I worked previously as a lifeguard and swim instructor so I am First Aid...
5.0
"Ariel was great and took really good care of our 2 year old son. we were running late and she was very flexible with that. We would hire her again."
Reviewed by Phil D.
5.0
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Hello,
My name is Amanda. I am 35, and live in Oak Forest. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and our fur babies. My favorite hobby is theater. I love acting, singing, dancing. I'm also working on finishing my teaching degree. I have been a nanny on and off for 17 years, but consistently for the last 10 years....
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"We interviewed Amanda, and she is an extremely impressive candidate. I would have felt completely comfortable hiring her as a nanny for my three young kids, however we ended up hiring someone referred to us by...
Reviewed by Caroline S.
5.0
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Dedicated assistance with your kids of all ages. Coming from a large family-with over 20 nieces and nephews, I have 25+ years of experience. Being active is my thing. I love helping kids to read, vocabulary, sentence structure, science projects etc. I tutor/homework the right way: getting a feel for how they learn & helping them...
5.0
"Shannon was amazing! She spent a couple of afternoons with my daughter over a holiday weekend. My daughter is high functioning on the autistic spectrum. Shannon showed her around, let her do some shopping,...
Reviewed by Bonnie-jeanne G.
5.0
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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.
5.0
"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 easy day! "
Reviewed by Patrick D.
Evelyn U.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! I'm Evelyn- I love kids and can say with confidence that caretaking is what I'm best at.
The way I care for children reflects the way I was raised; with empathy and respect. I'd like to say I've been babysitting since I was 10, as I helped my mother raise my 2 younger sisters, but I've been officially...
5.0
"She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework assignments, flexibility, care for my son and goes above and beyond. I love...
Reviewed by Ximena O.
Miriam M.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
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"My sitter had a medical emergency and I contacted Miriam the day of my event to see if she could watch my girls. She took the job last minute, was on time and took good care of my girls. My 2 year old daughter...
Reviewed by Kanetha L.
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I have worked with children and adults at Misericordia Home for six years. Some duties were: changing diapers, re-positioning, temps, set up and priming of Ng/Og feeds, emptying foleys, etc. I have taken them on outings, programing and other activities. I love working with children of all needs; I especially love the smile on...
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From 2012-2013 I worked for the Autism Program of Illinois, and umbrella company of The Hope Institute for Children and Families. In my role as Network Outreach Coordinator I worked on behalf of children and families with Autism and other developmental disabilities. My previous role, along with my years of volunteer experience...
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"I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings positivity with her, which helps when you have a kid suffering...
Reviewed by Crystal M.
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Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 2-year-old babygirl and I'm only interested in occasional evening or weekend gigs. I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 23-year-old son with special needs for the past 6 years and I enjoy it immensely. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a...
5.0
"Jasmyn helps our family care for my special needs son and she has been a great addition to our team. She's consistent, attentive, caring, reliable and very nurturing. He took to her immediately. She's made...
Reviewed by Tracy V.
Cassie J.
Alsip, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.
5.0
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Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.
5.0
"Cassie has been a reliable and caring after school sitter for us."
Reviewed by Lauren O.
Keesha H.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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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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Hello parents of beautiful angels!
or furry friends!
My name is Hazel, I'm 20 years old and I love working with babies, children, and youth & pets!
I have a drivers license, I was a certified lifeguard before (working with youth of special needs), this knowledge and experience has helped me know to to deal in situations of...
5.0
"There is not even a word to describe how amazing Hazel is! It has always made me so nervous to leave my children with someone who is not family. But Hazel has truly been a blessing! My girls love her like...
Reviewed by Danielle R.
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I am a loving mother of four fantastic individuals, one with special needs. I have 20 plus years of playing/interacting with children. I love playing games and reading with children. I have numerous years of experience working with children of all ages and many disabilities. Previously employed by Chicago Public Schools as a bus...
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"Kesha has been a caregiver for my son (now age 18, with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism) for the past two years and she has been a fantastic addition to the family. She formed a great rapport with my son right...
Reviewed by Rachel H.
5.0
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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...
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"Ms. J. will care for you child like they are her own. She has a heart of gold and being a care taker is her ministry. She will go above and beyond to ensure the patient or individual get the proper care they...
Reviewed by Brandy J.
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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...
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"Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with...
Reviewed by Andrei U.
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Hey there, I'm Mariana and I'm thrilled to share a little about myself with you! I'm 25 years old and originally from Brazil. I've been working with kiddos for over 6 years now and it's been an absolute joy. I was lucky enough to work with children between the ages of 5 and 12 at an after school program in Brazil, including...
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"Mariana was my personal assistant and social media manager. She went above and beyond to make sure my business thrived. She would write captions and content for my pictures on Instagram, and she would also...
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Hello! My name is Melanie. Working with kids is my lifelong passion, so I'm truly excited to connect with you and your family. I have over a decade of experience in childcare with children of all ages and backgrounds. I have professional experience as a youth counselor, caregiver, nanny & behavior technician for kids with...
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"Melanie is a very responsible person with good values and work ethic. I highly recommend her for any caregiving, cleaning or assistant jobs you might need take care of quickly and efficiently!"
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hometown, IL
Vickey C.
5.0
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 Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks.
My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey really knew how to care for my sister....
- Chris J.
Ariel Z.
5.0
This is my family's first time hiring a someone that is not family to care for our children. Ariel was amazing she was punctual. She helped out with potty training. She did arts and crafts and played various games with both kids. They also all cuddled on the sofa and watched movies. She made sure to...
- Charity H.
Amanda C.
5.0
Amanda has been the full-time nanny for our 2.5 year old daughter since she was 4 months old. We are extremely happy with Amanda and the care she gives to our little girl. In fact, we often turn to Amanda for her expertise in child care when we are encountering new stages with our daughter and she...
- Heidi S.
Shannon M.
5.0
Shannon was amazing! She spent a couple of afternoons with my daughter over a holiday weekend. My daughter is high functioning on the autistic spectrum. Shannon showed her around, let her do some shopping, took her on the train. I wish she lived near us.
- Bonnie-jeanne G.
Eileen K.
5.0
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 easy day!
- Patrick D.
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