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Hi! I Am Bailey

Homer Glen, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have an 11-year-old sister I live with. I have baby sat kids varying from newborn to 13+ I am a certified babysitter and I know CPR I am patient and caring and loving. I love to play and be active. I attended High School. I am 22 years old! I have experience with all types of children (special needs included) of all ages. I...
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Tatiana 24 Yrs Old Currently A Paraprofessional

Homer Glen, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as loving, easy going, and understanding. I like caring for people with special needs because it is such a rewarding experience. It fills my life with joy and makes me a better person. I learn so much everyday. I am very passionate about making other peoples lives better in anyway I can whether its...
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Orland Park, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
Hello! I have been working with adults and seniors with Special Needs in some capacity ever since I graduated college in 2013. I started out working hands on with multiple individuals in their home and assisting with different ADL tasks including toileting, dressing, medication administration, and meal preparation/feeding. I...
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Helping Professional

Country Club Hills, IL

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$18/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
dementia
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have four years of experience in baby sitting and care taking. I am experienced in working with individuals with special needs as well as mental, physical, intellectual, and developmental challenges. I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2022 and received my bachelor's...
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Hi! I'm Lauren, I Have A Wide Range Of Care For Children And Elderly People.

Manhattan, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Lauren, a caring and experienced caregiver with a lifelong passion for helping others. As a mom of four grown children, I've spent years nurturing, guiding, and supporting kids through every stage of life. In addition to raising my own family, I have professional experience in foster care, elderly care, and working with...
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I Can Help With Special Needs.

Tinley Park, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with quadriplegic individuals and Autistic youths. Just spell out the circumstances and I will let you know if I'm able to help. I'm happy to give you peace of mind.
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Manhattan, IL

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$15/hr
Live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Lauren, a mom of four grown children with years of hands-on and professional caregiving experience. I've worked in foster care, elderly care, and with children of all ages, including those with autism, special needs, and twins. I'm patient, reliable, and attentive, and I truly enjoy creating a safe, calm, and positive...
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Frankfort, IL

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$10/hr
Hi, my name is Amy. I have been working with children for over 30 years. My specialty is Special needs children, I am qualified for all children. I am also Illinois state Certified. I am a para professional. I have always loved children. I started babysitting at a young age and I knew then that I wanted to work with children. I...
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Caregiving

Tinley Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've raised my 4 children and took care of nothing parents .. my father lived with me fir 10 years and I cared for his needs as a quadriplegic and my mother had diabetes and dialysis.. I cared for children as a nanny fir many years . I've cared for alzheimer patienrs and several senior care assignments . I'm very compassionate...
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24 Years Of Experience With Mental And Physical Disabilities

Orland Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I worked for a company for 24 years full time as a house manager for a home with several adults with mental and physical disabilities. I would love and care for them as if they were family. I helped dress and feed and shop and pass medicine and all of their daily needs. I give comfort and compassion and loving care to your loved...
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Special Needs Provider

Tinley Park, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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Homer Glen, IL

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$20/hr
12 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Bringing over a decade of childcare experience, I'm passionate about positively impacting children's lives and supporting families. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to provide reliable care. I'm known for being patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational...
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New Lenox, IL

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
dementia
I am here to provide you with compassionate companion care and would be honored to support your loved one. I offer assistance with meal preparation, light housekeeping, and a variety of daily tasks to help ensure comfort and ease at home. I have experience working with individuals with dementia and special needs, and I bring...
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Lockport, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Gaby . Ive been in the home health care field for 6 years. Ive taken care of patients who have had different disabilities and illnesses such as cancer, strokes, Alzheimer's- Dementia, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, etc. I am experienced with companion care , medication management, bathing, lifting, cooking and...
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(Special Ed, Transportation )

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others. Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years. MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
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Kind Heart

Richton Park, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
I have an 8-year-old son who keeps me on my toes and shows me more and more of what I am capable of. I have worked in child care for about 4 years and provided care to adults with special needs as well as the elderly. I feel that my experiences have prepared me for anything that comes my way. Children can be a mystery and as...
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Child care

Frankfort, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, compassionate I like working with kids because I grew up around kids of all ages in clinics as well as in my own home, my sister is 8 years younger than me so I learned a lot as I helped her grow up! I also like working with kids because it's fun and never dull! I'm...
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Annalise

Frankfort, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Annalise and I am a 21) year old part time college student.(all online, no meeting time, I can do classes whenever I want.) I love working with kids and have worked with them since I've been younger! I have been watching kids with paid experience since I was 14 and have a developmental therapy background and...
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Elderly Caregiver

Matteson, IL

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$15/hr
Previous experienced elderly caregiver. Housekeeping, cooking, medications, took care elderly woman who passed away age 87. Also several years caregiver to eldery male who had cancer and passed away. Companionship also experienced with pets. Used to be medical tech. 30 years ago.
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New Lenox, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 20 years of experience working with and taking care of children. Prior to starting my career I babysat, and I also took care of my premature niece and I still do now. I've been working with special needs children for over 15 years.
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