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Down syndrome care in Lake Forest, CA

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Jorge H.


Lake Forest, CA

$30/hr

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My name is Jorge, I have worked with disable persons and seniors. I have references . I have three years of experience . I am empathetic with the needs of the persons with special needs. I learned all this from my daughter who is down syndrome. I'd describe my personality as empathetic, responsible and compassionate I like...
Jorge can also help with: Transportation, personal care
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Home Health Aide

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Briana R.


Lake Forest, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

4.6

(11)

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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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Charlotte B.


Mission Viejo, CA

$24-25/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Or Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 younger cousins that I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and continued to babysit for many other families before I started college. My youngest cousin was 2 years old when I first started babysitting so I am very comfortable working with young children. I am CPR certified with first aid training. I have my...
Charlotte can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
5.0
"Charlotte is the one and ONLY babysitter for my 4 year old daughter! Finding a sitter for my daughter who’s never been away from me was an extremely daunting task. She watches my daughter once a week every week! She’s always on time, hands on, loving and kind. The...

Whitley P.

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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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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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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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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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, errands, dementia, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning & more
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Anika M.


Irvine, CA

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter :)

I absolutely LOVE kids and have been babysitting and watching kids my entire life! I have young siblings so I am very accustom to being around and caring for children! I was a nanny this summer for a 1-year-old with down syndrome so I have experience with special needs children as well! I am extremely compassionate and...
Anika can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi! I just moved to California a year ago and am loving the area. My cousin who is my age has autism so I've had special needs experience all my life. My first job here was working with a company called IRI as a job coach for people with disabilities. I have worked with individuals with autism, Down syndrome, intellectual...
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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...

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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...

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Charlotte B.

5.0

Charlotte is the one and ONLY babysitter for my 4 year old daughter! Finding a sitter for my daughter who’s never been away from me was an extremely daunting task. She watches my daughter once a week every week! She’s always on time, hands on, loving and kind. The love my daughter has for Charlotte...

- Whitley P.

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