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Laimute B.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello! Are you looking for elderly care provider in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...

Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...

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Lake Forest, IL

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$16/hr
With 2/3 years of experience, I have developed a strong foundation in working with special needs children and adults, particularly those on the autism spectrum. My dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment has allowed me to tailor my approach to each individual's unique needs. Through ongoing collaboration...
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Lake Forest, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I'm a dedicated caregiver with a lifelong passion for supporting others and a professional background as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). With extensive experience in medical administration and direct patient care, I pride myself on providing compassionate, high-quality support tailored to each individuals unique needs. I...
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Experienced Caregiver

Lake Forest, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I have extensive experience taking care of children with special needs. Are you looking for quality care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I have excellent references and have experience in helping in the hospital. I am a very good cook,...
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Fun, Responsible, Experienced

Lake Forest, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! I'm a student at Lake Forest College and I am on the pre-med track to become a doctor. I have experience working with kids as well as various ages of students with special needs! Being a special needs student peer has been an amazing experience! I have also coached preschool and elementary level soccer programs. I enjoy...
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Mom Of Teens Looking For Occasional/PT Work

Lake Forest, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
I am a certified teacher of K-9th grade and a mom of 2 awesome teenagers. I have taught 4th, 2nd and 1st grades and worked part-time in a special needs preschool. love playing with kids and encouraging them to learn, grow, explore, and have fun. I prefer being active -- getting outside, going to the park and exploring nature. I...
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Full Time Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family. About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...

Margaret D. says "Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two...

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Theraputic Nanny

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses. As a public school teacher of many...

Ann D. says "Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time...

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Lake Bluff, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
Bringing eight years of experience working with children aged one through 16, including kids with special needs, I foster a nurturing and imaginative environment. I am patient, calm, and an excellent problem solver. I enjoy playing board games, puzzles, and educational games that promote learning. I'm comfortable caring for...
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Childcare, 9 Years Experience. Some Basic Elderly Care And Special Needs Experience.

Libertyville, IL

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Hi!! I'm a senior. I have 9 years of experience with childcare and basic elderly care as well as some experience with people with special needs. I am willing to help with pet care and household chores.
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Libertyville, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
personal care
respite care
dementia
visiting nurse
I have extensive background in senior care, long-term care, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation, special needs children and adults. I am a patient and enthusiastic person with flexible hours throughout the Summer
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Lake Zurich, IL

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$21/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
I've worked at Clearbrook for the last 28 years and have decided to retire as of July 5 2023. I've worked in all capacities of Clearbrook working with mentally and physically challenged adults. I have also, worked with preschool aged kids and infants throughout the years as well. I do have a special needs sister who I feel has...
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Early Childhood Teacher Available For Babysitting

Mundelein, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a mother of 4 and grandmother to 1. I have experience babysitting infants through teenage. I have had CPR training. I have also worked as a preschool teacher. I was in charge of up to 20 4-year-old. I have experience with epi-pen, nebulizer, physical and cognitive disabilities. I also have experience with insulin, sugar...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
My name is Talia and I am the oldest of four kids! I am currently a senior at The University of Kansas! I have been a nanny since freshman year of high school in the Overland Park area for 3 children, while babysitting multiple families since well before then and throughout the years. I love kids and just hanging out and getting...
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Teacher And Mom For In-Home Care

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Nickie. I live in Libertyville and am a teacher who is no longer in the classroom since the birth of my daughter in 2016. I work part time tutoring kids with special needs, as well as those in general education who require scaffolded support for intervention or gifted programs. I am available part time for child...
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CNA

Wheeling, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
For the past 9 years I've been working as a nursing assistant in one of the skilled nursing facilities.
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Loving Nanny

Northbrook, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I'm Tina I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 10 years, including 1 year with special needs child , 2 years taking care of 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , and newborn baby twins (premature) for an year. Currently I am a nanny of another pre beautiful twins (just turned 2 ) and after...
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Love To Help

Mundelein, IL

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Tend to special care need child before and adults . I am a mother and all children love to care of children . Attentive to detail and have referrals.
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Dedicate Caregiver With A Heart For Helping Others

Wheeling, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kindness, caring and responsible I like caring for people with special needs because I want to help them out with all their needs I'm looking for a job that I'm looking for a job that allows me to make a positive difference in people's lives by providing compassionate and reliable care. I want...
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Part Time Babysitter/nanny

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been babysitting since I was 13, and if I wasn't then I was watching my younger brother. I always have loved hanging out with little kids and getting to spend time with them. In high school, I volunteered with children for several years. My first year I worked with special needs kids and taught educational and cooking...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.33/hr as of March 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lake Forest, IL

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

Laimute B.

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant...

- Irene K.

Jill K.

Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for...

- Margaret D.

Lauren G.

Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it...

- Ann D.

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