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Terry G.

Lemont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Experienced caregiver for children, elderly, and pets - patient, reliable, and nurturing. Hi, I'm Therese! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, elderly adults, and pets. I'm calm, compassionate, and highly dependable. Experience includes: • Special needs care (nonverbal autism, ADHD, sensory needs,...

Katrina J. says "We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that she kept us...

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Caregiver

Lemont, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as passionate, courageous, adaptable, hardworking I like caring for people with special needs because caregiving cultivates gratitude, it creates a beautiful and unique bond, I have the opportunity to learn new things I'm looking for a job that offers flexibility in hours I started caring for...
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Lemont, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Experienced caregiver for children, elderly, and pets - patient, reliable, and nurturing. Hi, I'm Therese! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, elderly adults, and pets. I'm calm, compassionate, and highly dependable. Experience includes: • Special needs care (nonverbal autism, ADHD, sensory needs,...
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Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I worked as a child's day head day camp counselor for three summers. I worked with 70+ kids from ages 5-11 full time doing various sports, crafts, field trips, and swimming. I currently babysit for a family with three children: 2/3 have a rare terminal disease and have severe special needs. I worked in college as a personal...
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Dedicated In-Home Senior Care | Personalized Support

Lockport, IL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
companionship
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...

Christina K. says "Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing...

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Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

Lockport, IL

5.0(0)
from
$37/hr
10 years experience
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I'm experienced in dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they...
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Downers Grove, IL

4.9(1)
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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Mom of one adult female (25) years old. Who loves children. Looking for a caring and loving professional family to assist with their child care needs. At the age of 11 years old I watched 3 children under the age(s) of 5 years old. During my teenage years I babysat regularly for neighbors and family. In my adult years have...

Carol G. says "Christina is a very loving, professional, intelligent individual who would make an excellent child care provider."

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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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Experienced Nanny Available

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have been working as a nanny since 1997, I have experience with different age group, and I worked with families in different part of Chicago-land, I am responsible, reliable, patient, and professional nanny, I have a great love and passion to work with children, I can play, read and engage the child into different activities...

Jeff H. says "Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and has been...

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Darien, IL

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Interactive Nanny

Orland Park, IL

3.7(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Homer Glen, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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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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Lockport, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Raised 3 kids all grown adults now, 5 grandchildren ages 9, 13, 16, 16 &21. Love all babies & all kids, very good with them. Worked 36 years in the field of mental health & developmental disabilities, retired. Worked after retirement as lead in a day care center infants room with 10 children 6 weeks to 12 months for about 4...
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La Grange, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a 25-year-old who just moved back to the Midwest after working my dream job with Treehouse Masters. In October 2025, I lost my home in a fire and returned to lean on family and reconnect with a place I've known my whole life. I've spent a lot of time thinking about what I want for the rest of my 20s, and I know I'm meant to...
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Orland Park, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Lauren and I graduated with a bachelors degree in kinesiology at Iowa State. I'm looking for an evening job and thought babysitting would be perfect since I'm wanting to work with children in my future. I have experience babysitting infants, toddlers, and young children. I currently work at a therapy center...
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Experienced Nanny Available

Downers Grove, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
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Romeoville, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Hailey! I have lots of experience working with kids! From 6 weeks to 22-year-olds whom have special needs. I have open availability! I do plan on going to school this year. I'm still indecisive about what I want to do exactly but I'm learning more towards a teacher or within healthcare! Any questions or more...
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Willowbrook, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
As a nurturing caregiver with four years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a positive and enriching environment for children to grow and thrive. My patient and calm nature allows me to connect with children on a meaningful level, while my creativity and imagination fuel our playtime with educational games and...
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Compassionate, Patient, Helpful Caregiver

Romeoville, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have trained as an EMT, paramedic, and nurse, as well as clinical training with health issues of all varieties. I have worked with children for 8 years as a nanny/house manager and at a daycare. I have great cleaning, cooking, and communication skills with a compassionate, patient, nonjudgmental, and helpful demeanor. My rate...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lemont, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Lemont, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Terry G.

We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that...

- Katrina J.

Barbara B.

Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable...

- Christina K.

Christina K.

Christina is a very loving, professional, intelligent individual who would make an excellent child care provider.

- Carol G.

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