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Find Down syndrome care in Dana Point, CA that you’ll love

27 Down syndrome care are listed in Dana Point, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby Down syndrome care is 3 years

Down syndrome care in Dana Point, CA

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Reina M.


Dana Point, CA

$22-25/hr

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I have worked as a caretaker in a group home that serves adult women with developmental delays, autism, and Down syndrome. Working with these women changed my life in ways I would have never imagined.

Tenaya J.


Dana Point, CA

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Education Experience

5.0

(1)

I have worked with students with special needs for multiple school districts - both mild to moderate disabilities and moderate to severe disabilities. I have experience working with students with autism, Down syndrome, intellectual disabilities, ADD/ADHD, etc. I am a fun and flexible nanny and enjoy working with children for a...

Amanda L.


Dana Point, CA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

5+ Experience With Special Needs Kids (2-10 Years Old)

I was a kindergarten teacher for many years and I had students that had Autism and Down syndrome. In my view, children that are born with a special need or a dealing with a serious disease should receive the same love, care, respect and attention like any other child. Their mental and/or health issues should not define who they...
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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....
5.0
"Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail, plants etc when I was away for 3 weeks. I will hire Carrie again and will recommend her to family and friends. She definitely...

Kristen R.

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Fun, Reliable, Dependable Sitter/nanny

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...
Carri can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I was looking for someone with a lot of experience as my child's first sitter. Carri is so loving, sweet, warm, and incredibly generous. She loves my baby like her own grand baby and I know he's in capable hands with her. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to...

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Blaise D.


San Juan Capistrano, CA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring & Dedicated Special Needs Nanny

Ever since my sister was diagnosed with down syndrome when I was six my parents taught me my foundation of advocation and education about special needs. Since then I've worked for the government in Hawaii as a Personal Assitant to children/young adults in high school with autism and Down syndrome. I have also had to advocate and...
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Miriam C.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Super Nanny

I've had the pleasure of working with families with super humans in their daily life, kids under different ways of living which I admire because we're lucky to be with so many beautiful souls that only see good. I've had the experience to work with kids on the spectrum autism, Down syndrome & ADHD. I will say it's been so nice...
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Colleen P.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

An Irish Spring.

I am a devoted wife and a mother to three grown daughters. Currently I am a Resource Aide at the middle school level for students with IEPs. I am trained in ABA, Autism, Down Syndrome, ADD/ADHD and most behavioral issues, seizure management, EPI pens and CPR. I have also been a Hospice volunteer and was a Girl Scout leader for...
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Kathryn B.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hi! My name is Katie , I am 22 years old and a recent graduate at UMass Amherst! I regularly volunteer for a nonprofit organization teaching children and teenagers with developmental disabilities such as autism and Down syndrome how to ice skate. Available for pattime
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Catherine R.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Kids are such a joy to be around and I truly cherish being around them. I enjoy art, music, swimming, playing games and learning and would be happy to do that with your children. I truly believe in being interactive with kids. I'm not there to just sit and watch them but to create an engaging environment for them. I'm also...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Jennifer R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

4.4

(5)

Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...
5.0
"Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman. "

Jennifer L.

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Rama Q.


Irvine, CA

$20-30/hr

Part-time Friendly Caregiver

I had a cousin with down syndrome that I grew to love very much and with his condition I broaden my understanding by learning about it and how to act towards an individual with special needs. I am passionate about this because at the end of the day we are all humans with feelings and I want every individual with special needs to...
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Jessica B.


Tustin, CA

$10-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Work Very Well With Special Needs Kids And Adults

I have quite a few experiences in working with kids and adults with special needs. When I was little, I had a family member who was younger than me, who had autism and epilepsy. I played with her and spent a good quality of one on one. I also knew a friend, whose sister had down syndrome, and I am familiar with that. I do work...
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Annabelle B.


Newport Beach, CA

$16-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver, All Times Available

Hello! I'm currently CPR / First Aid / BLS / MAB / CPI certified. I've worked at a caregiver & nanny for 6 years. I've worked with all ages, genders and disabilities ranging from (but not limited to) cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, down syndrome, autism, adhd, cat cry syndrome, fragile x syndrome, and more. I love going to the...
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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

I'm 26 years old and I live in Mission Viejo. I have babysat & tutored for the past five years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). My experience caring for children includes meal prep, dog walking, diaper changing, light house cleaning,...
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Mae S.


San Clemente, CA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

*Caregiver for special needs * I know Sign Language I have extensive experience working with 0 to 5-year-olds and their families. Since 2018 we served thousands of families and offered art, science and imaginative play to children ages 0 to 5 and provided support to families, in addition to serving special needs. I worked at...
Mae can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Retired RN with extensive experience with special needs children (Down Syndrome) and Elder care (Post-stroke, post-surgery, dementia, companion care) available for part-time work.
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Karen S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have experience working with children and adults with various developmental disabilities such as autism, ADD, down syndrome, and developmental delays. I am friendly, extremely reliable, and professional. I had great instructors, and mentors in the Special Education Field, and desire to make a difference in the lives of these...
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Maddie S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Creating The Childhood, Your Kids Read About In Their Storybooks

I have had the amazing honor of working with kids all around the world!! Whether it be a special-needs school in Israel, a public school in Brazil, a remote village in the bush, bush of Africa, or a children's orphanage in South Africa. Since I was a little girl, I always found myself at the kids table! I have also worked as a...
Maddie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Available For Part-time Elder And Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Linda and I am a retired RN who is available to help with your part-time care needs. I have extensive experience with both special needs children (Down syndrome) and elder care, including dementia, post-stroke and post-surgical support. I'm happy to help with everything from medication management to companion...
Linda can also help with: Dementia, personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Dana Point, CA

Carri C.

5.0

Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail, plants etc when I was away for 3 weeks. I will hire Carrie again and will recommend her to family and friends. She definitely has a heart to serve!

- Kristen R.

Carri C.

5.0

I recently adopted a rescue dog, William, and had to travel out of town for a weekend. It had only been 6 weeks since the adoption and I was not comfortable leaving William alone. I'm an overbearing dog dad to a fault, and worry about my furry family members when I am a way from them. Carri was...

- Care member

Jennifer R.

5.0

Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman.

- Jennifer L.

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