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Down syndrome care in Lake Forest, CA

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Briana R.


Lake Forest, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have nannied for over 15 years. I'm a stay at home mom of a 9-year-old and 18-month-old. We live in lake forest. I'm looking for a full time or part time position and hopefully long term. I have excellent references. I am very hands on, love to get down on the floor and play with children, engage in learning and arts and...
Briana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

4.6

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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
"We were impressed how quickly Carrie built rapport with our son. She instinctively knew what to say and do. We'll call her again!"

Scott T.

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Jennifer R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-50/hr10 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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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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...

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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Law Student - Occasional Sitter/Tutor

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tamara :) I'm 27 & a law student, available for date nights/weekends this summer! I have babysat for the past nine years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). I have experience with all ages, including newborns as young as...
Tamara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Blaise D.


San Juan Capistrano, CA

$15-25/hr10 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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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr10 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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Kathryn B.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$18-23/hr2 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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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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Madison D.


Irvine, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

DIR Floortime And ABA Therapist

I have about 3 years in total working with children and adolescents with ASD as well as developmental delay, and down syndrome. I have worked as a 1:1 aide in the school setting as well as providing direct services for both ABA and DIR Floortime. Looking for a part time care taking or nannying job!
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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$25-30/hr5 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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Colleen P.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$15-20/hr9 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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Miriam C.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25-50/hr3 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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Theresa F.


Mission Viejo, CA

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Dependable Babysitter Full Of Experience And Fun!

I am a 21-year-old college student who loves games, outdoors, and children. I have 6 siblings and was raised by two loving active parents. For years I have enjoyed helping with cleaning, transportation, cooking meals, and watching over and entertaining my younger siblings so that my parents could go out on date nights and run...
Theresa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jessica B.


Tustin, CA

$10-20/hr1 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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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$18-25/hr10 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: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
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Judith J.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthy, And Reliable

I'm a positive and energetic single mother of twins. My son is typical, and my daughter has Down syndrome. I love kids. I love teaching moments, and I truly believe it starts at home. Recently, I've been busy raising my kiddos; however, now that they are older, I am looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing what...

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Oluwatosin A.


Anaheim, CA

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Joy. I have over six years of experience working with special needs children in various capacities that care is needed. This includes autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome. I would describe myself as a compassionate, reliable, hardworking, observant and a patient person.
Oluwatosin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Joy has exceeded all expectations. She is everything you want and need in a caregiver. She is very kind, patient, gentile, and quick to recognize when to be helpful. Joy is a very unique person. She is self motivated and willing to go above and beyond to help....

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Kimberly E.


Orange, CA

$24-41/hr10 yrs exp

Behavior Support Is Here!

Updated - I recently worked as a nanny close to 2 years with a family with 2 kids on the spectrum *Background & DMV Clearance through current and past company as well as school districts . I am also *CPR Certified I have experience (work wise & personal ) on several levels of pediatric special needs; from cancer patients,...
5.0
"Kimberly is the most amazing and trustworthy person I had ever meet! She is so professional and considerate, she really care about the best for kids."

Cynthia S.

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Lake Forest, 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.

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.

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

Oluwatosin A.

5.0

Oluwatosin, or Joy as we know her, is a beautiful, kind, smart, caring, reliable, honest, gentle, amazing person. She has been helping my Mom, an Alzheimer's patient, for 2 years. We met her through a friend and I trust her completely. Joy is very highly educated, well informed, a great problem...

- Care member

Kimberly E.

5.0

Kimberly is the most amazing and trustworthy person I had ever meet! She is so professional and considerate, she really care about the best for kids.

- Cynthia S.

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