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Danielle C.

Peoria, IL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
I have been a CNA for over 7 years and am First Aid/CPR certified. I have also worked in home health since the age of 14, caring for a family friend with Parkinson's. I specialize in geriatric care for the elderly, as well as Alzheimer's and dementia, and spinal cord injuries. I have safe and reliable transportation and am...
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Fun Spirit, Loving, Reliable

East Peoria, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Rileigh, I do have a full time job Monday - Friday 8:30-5 p.m. I would love to do jobs after my first shift job, weekends have full availability. I am specialized in many areas, been within healthcare for 7 years, care for fur babies, our little ones, special needs of all ages, housekeeping. Reliable,...
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Family / Individual Care Taker

Trivoli, IL

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$25/hr
I am looking for part time work that I can help make your day easier. I have the patience , dependability , and understanding of what is expected and needed . I also know errands take time from your family, health issues may make them harder etc I am available to run your errands or assist with any tasks you may need help with....
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Caring Caregiver For All Abilities

East Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I am a certified occupational therapist who has worked with both children and adults with special needs. I have worked in adult day programs for people with mental illness (depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dementia), and cognitive impairments (traumatic brain injuries, Autism, Down syndrome, and general cognitive...
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Washington, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Bella! I'm 19 years old and I'm currently in college to become a kids cancer nurse. I've babysat all of my life and grew up with siblings. I've babysat kids all age and I'm CPR, aed, and first aide certified. I also have experience with special needs children because I volunteer every year for the special Olympics :)
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Jacqueline Child Care Giver

Canton, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have worked at a couple of churches in their childcare department. I worked at first Church of the Nazarene for five years and the nursery department and then I also worked at another church in the childcare department, working with ages from nursery through 3-year-olds, and sometimes with elementary school children, I am very...
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Part Time Caregiver

Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I'm Olivia! I'm a senior at ISU and I'm studying to get my bachelor's degree and be a special education teacher (3-21) but have a special interest in early ed as well (pre-k through 2nd). I am most comfortable with children with ADD, ADHD, autism, and down syndrome, but I am always willing to learn more!
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Hello, I Am Sage!

East Peoria, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I started working with special needs and/or behavioral children five years ago and after seeing the positive impact in not only the children's lives but my own as well, I never looked back! I currently have five years of professional experience in schools caring for special needs children ranging from 4-22 years old. I would...
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Mentally Handicapped/physically Handicapped Experience

Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've been caring for my father who was diagnosed with progressive dementia over 10 yrs ago. My mother had the choice to put him in a nursing home, but our family is so very family oriented that putting him in a nursing home was never a thought. I also have an older brother who was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, and he's...
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Peoria, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Sierra and I have over 14+ years experience with children ranging from newborns to 13 years of age. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am very active. I enjoy playing sports (I coached soccer for 6 years and dance for 2), reading, art, and cooking. I love helping with homework, volunteering...

Carmen G. says "Sierra was great! She was available last minute and our son loved her. "

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Who I Am

Metamora, IL

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$10/hr
Hello, my name is Joshua. I am a 20-year-old looking for learning experiences about this world. I really don't have any knowledge about special needs people, but that's why I want to learn how to deal with situations needed to better myself and other people in the world.
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Washington, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I am a very reliable, creative, and patient person who has approximately 5 years of experience working as an occupational therapy assistant. I would love to learn more about how I can come alongside you and your family to provide care.
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