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Deborah G.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

La Grange Park, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a Mom of a. grown daughter with special needs looking to help other families. I know how difficult it is to find someone dependable and comfortable with different diagnoses.
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Beata W.

La Grange Park, IL

from
$15/hr
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
As a dedicated caregiver with several years of experience, I have provided compassionate, personalized care to individuals of all ages, including seniors and those with special needs. My responsibilities have included assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management, and mobility...
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Cori F.

Darien, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have worked with special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 7 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning. I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...

Renee K. says "Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families."

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Rosaura C.

Full Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
ROSAURA Objective: Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015 Experience: A. B 02/21- Present Personal Support Worker Help around his apartment Errands, Walks M. H 09/2019-Present CNA Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands Custom Home...

Natalie S. says "Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing...

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Evelyn U.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
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 babysitting and...

Ximena O. says "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,...

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Cori F.

Special Needs Caregiver

Darien, IL

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 19 years.

Care Member says "She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "

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Amy D.

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.
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Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Oak Brook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...

Leslie G. says "Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we...

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Jessica K.

Downers Grove, IL

4.2(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds including those with special needs. My approach to childcare focuses on creating a warm, safe, and structured environment where children feel encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. I prioritize open...

Care Member says "Jessica was our nanny for our son for two and a half years beginning when our son was seven months old. We LOVE her and still use her for evening and...

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Starla B.

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...

Care Member says "Starla watched my adult son with special needs while I hosted my daughters graduation party. He really liked her and she did a great job with him. I...

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Kaeleen E.

River Grove, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a certified nursing assistant/patient care technician. I have experience working as a CNA at a nursing rehabilitation facility. I've had training with younger patients, special needs, and of course elderly. I currently work in an ICU at Elmhurst Hospital for the last two years: My skills range from transportation,...

Care Member says "Kaeleen is very patient, caring and sweet with children.She is extremely responsible, strategic, playful, and I feel very safe knowing she's trained in...

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Alexis S.

Berwyn, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...

Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

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Kaitlin B.

Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.

Ling L. says "Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "

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Maria C.

Experienced Caregiver Looking For A New Private Client.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience
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...

Care Member says "Maria is an outstanding caregiver, patient, punctual, going out of her way, and over her duties in caring for her patients."

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Anais V.

Babysitter/Care Taker

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I began babysitting at the age of 11 yrs old. I am now 27. I currently work at Advocate Aurora Health as a Medical Assistant. I have always expressed interest in the medical field. I want to go in to Nursing and Esthetics. I am looking for something temporary to help save money up to pay for school. Open to babysitting,...

Sarah B. says "Anais is so warm, kind and gentle. She is the epitome of helpfulness. She helps my son get ready to go when it comes time for pick up - when my son is with...

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Virginija S.

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....

Care Member says "Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management ,...

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Marisol R.

Nanny/Child Care Provider.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi, My name is Marisol, and I am a mother of a 16-year-old son . I am passionate about caring for children and helping people. I have over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged children, and children with special needs. I am bilingual (Spanish) and reliable. I am nurturing and...

Alana G. says "As a first time mom, I was nervous about who I could trust to care for my daughter. When our daughter is in Marisol's care, I know for a fact that she is...

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Julia C.

Western Springs, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
transportation
light cleaning
I am a practicing registered nurse with 2. 5 years of experience. I enjoy spending time and assisting those with special needs. I am CPR certified and vaccinated against the Flu and COVID.
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Virginija S.

Special Needs Caregiver

Willowbrook, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of August 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in La Grange Park, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Cori F.

Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families.

- Renee K.

Rosaura C.

Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have...

- Natalie S.

Evelyn U.

She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework...

- Ximena O.

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