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valerie W.

Posen, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
dementia
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. 30 years plus years in the medical field. CNA experience then became a LPN.. Assisting adults and seniors with personal care, meal preparation, assist in feeding. Experience in dementia and Alzheimer's care, I am CPR certified. Non smoker. I have reliable transportation....
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Steger, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Home Health Aide

Harvey, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello.. my name is Cathy. I have 20+ years of experience with seniors , alhizemers Parkinson's, Autism, ALS, Diabetic care, High Blood Pressure and children with special needs. Will do laundry, meal preparation, housekeeping errands, Dr. appointments. I love taking care of seniors I usually adopt them as my grandparents since...
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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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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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Crete, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Judy, a dedicated paraprofessional with a passion for caring for children with special needs. I have experience supporting children with developmental, behavioral, and learning differences, and I believe every child deserves patience, encouragement, and individualized care. I'm dependable, compassionate, and committed to...
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Dear Prospective Family

Frankfort, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Toni. I have worked as a babysitter from middle school through high school. While in my early hs and college years I cleaned homes, I babysat in my early 20s then got a job I absolutely love, working with developmentally disabled adults (I'm still there pt) I have worked with this company the past 25 years and...
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Chicago Heights, IL

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for. For the past five years, I have supported families by providing reliable childcare for children aged newborn to 11 years old. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I communicate with parents through written daily reports and regular updates via text or...
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LPN

Posen, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Bring comfort and supports to others is my calling. For the past 10 years, I've had the privilege of assisting adults and seniors with personal care, meal preparation, dementia care and medical management. My college degree has provided me with a solid foundation. I am CPR certified. My approach is rooted in patience,...
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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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Country Club Hills, IL

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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
Sparking joy and fostering growth in children is my passion. My previous licensed childcare experiences solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. With 28 years of experience caring for children, I offer a patient, creative, and friendly approach. I am comfortable enforcing household rules and enjoy playing outdoor...
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Catered Childcare For You

Homewood, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Bringing a decade of experience to your family, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My approach is patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and enjoy playing board games, puzzles, and educational games. I have some college...
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Tinley Park, IL

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I'm looking to serve families in my community who have children with special needs. I've worked as a therapist with kids with autism and ADHD for over 4 years and have experience with a wide variety of behavioral needs, accommodations, and ages. I'm passionate about helping families that might find it difficult to get typical...
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Tinley Park, IL

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$40/hr
9 years experience
Hello! My name is Kelcey and I have a bachelor's degree in special education and a master's degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis with an emphasis in autism. With about 17 years of professional experience, I have provided services as a babysitter, caretaker, DSP, tutor, special educator, RBT, and BCBA in residential, community,...
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University Park, IL

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$60/hr
3 years experience
I am a Registered Occupational Therapist who specialize in providing individualized and family-based therapy to children with special needs. My therapy expertise includes sensory-based activities and techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, developmental treatment, and much more. I have been servicing children diagnosed with...
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RN: Clinical Expertise, Compassionate Heart, And Family-Focused Care

Homewood, IL

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$38/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
Caring for others has been both my profession and my passion for over 21 years. As a Registered Nurse with experience in home health, inpatient care, surgical services, and intensive care, I bring extensive clinical knowledge, compassion, and a calm, reassuring presence to every family I serve. Beyond my professional...
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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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Flossmoor, IL

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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello ! My name is Kyndall, and I'm currently a Lead Teacher with a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am also CPR certified. Over the years, I've cared for children of all ages-from infants and toddlers to preschoolers, elementary-aged kids, and those with special needs. My experience includes working as a nanny, preschool...
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Matteson, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
20 years of experience with medical and behavior special need children and adults, 4 years as a nanny, and worked with seniors for 4 years.
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University Park, IL

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$12/hr
25 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
I have been employed with the State of Illinois as a mental Health Technician, Human Services Caseworker, Executive Secretary, and a Staff Development Assistant over the course of 30 yrs. I have a Bachelor's in Human Services Management, Some Graduate courses in Psychology-- 1/2 way to Masters. I have various...
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