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Madison K.


Newport, KY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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I am a nursing student who is CPR certified and I love spending time volunteering. I volunteer with the special Olympics where I teach children and adults how to ski. I was also a peer tutor in High school where I worked with students with down syndrome. These children were so bright and fun I absolutely loved working with them....
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Shannon O.


Cincinnati, OH

$28-30/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate And Creative Caregiver For Elderly And Special Needs

4.9

(9)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! The majority of my experience is with memory care, Alzheimer's/Dementia. I've also enjoyed spending time with clients who have: Diabetes/home dialysis, Parkinson's, and Down's Syndrome. I am keenly observant and dedicated to the needs of my clients. I am smart and empathetic, so I also attend to mental and emotional...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, respite care, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Shannon is a wonderful caregiver and if needed I would definitely hire her again. I also have recommended her to multiple colleagues and family members. She is on time and flexible."

Amy M.

I have worked with children with down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and autism in various settings (day camps, church groups, etc). I baby-sat for several years for a family whose son has ADD, and both of my sisters have asthma, so I'm particularly familiar with these conditions. I am a very caring, dedicated and tenacious person,...
Hello! I've been teaching self contained High School special-ed for the past two years, and I have 5 years all together of professional experience working with kids with disabilities aged 5 - 26. I have experience working with a wide range of disabilities including autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, adhd, oppositional...
Hi! I'm Ellie and I've had 8 years of experience from cousins, to full time nannying, being a home aid and now a registered and licensed occupational therapist for the past 2 years. I have experience working with many different special needs such as autism, down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I have experience in rehab regarding...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Endiah T.


Cincinnati, OH

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi I'm Endiah, I'm 21yrs old I graduated high school at School For Creative & Performing Arts, I recently just got my phlebotomy license and now taking online courses majoring in nursing. I volunteered at a group home facility with young men & women all with different disabilities from Down syndrome, speech impairment, autism....
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Alanna M.


Cincinnati, OH

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Fun Experiences.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Alanna. I love children and have always appreciated and respected time with children I nanny as it is what I love to do! I have 5-6 years of experience, and as a nanny I want to make your life as easy as possible. I can help with Light Housekeeping such as children's laundry, dishes, tidy up living spaces and kitchen...
Alanna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kristeena B.


Florence, KY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with, and still do work . I have a long reference list and multiple years of experience working with children as young as six months to 21 years of age which included special needs such as down syndrome, autism, G-tubes, ADHD, etc. I am CPR certified with a BLS status for health professions as I am also a...
Kristeena can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kristeena is our regular day to day sitter. We have been using her for after school, Saturdays, and the occasional date night; and she is phenomenal. When I first met with her, I expressed my concerns with finding someone that my son had a good dynamic with, and my...

Miranda W.

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Skylar L.


Fairfield, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a Full time nanny from Cincinnati with over 13 years of experience with all ages! I'm Most passionate about early childhood and have budding experience with different special needs (autism, CP, down syndrome). Drug/smoke free. Safe and reliable transportation. I Love to be outside - museums, zoo, shopping, markets, music,...
Skylar can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our family adores Ms. S.! She’s incredibly patient, kind, and attentive with the kiddos. 💯 recommend! "

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Allie M.


Hebron, KY

$17-35/hr1 yrs exp

Let's Learn And Make Memories

My name is Allie, I'm 24 with a background as a peer tutor in high school and I have a little brother with autism. Working with people with disabilities is my calling in life, I have experience with many disabilities but have a special place in my heart for Down syndrome and Autism!!
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Karaline B.


Cleves, OH

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hi my name is Karaline and I am looking for either a both reoccurring and one time opportunities! I am currently going to the University of Toledo where I study nursing. In my free time I love to cook, hike, and read! I have lots of experience babysitting. This past summer I nannied full time for two kids! I also have experience...
Karaline can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Renee W.


Cincinnati, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Trained in compassion and loving kindness studies for over a decade. My studies coupled with being a mentor, older sister and Godmother to a child with Down Syndrome has gifted me the ability to work with children and adults with many different types of disabilities and special needs . I have been very successful in assisting...
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Ruth C.


Cincinnati, OH

$15-40/hr8 yrs exp

I have many years of experience working with individuals who have challenges. I have worked in group homes with independent residents who needed supervision in their daily activities, such as cooking and cleaning, bathing, and medication reminders. I have worked in respite, serving people, from infant to senior, with a variety...
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Michaela M.


Cincinnati, OH

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Michaela, but I go by Liz. I have been babysitting my siblings since I was 12 years old. I have 2 siblings with severe special needs (down syndrome and cerebral palsy). I have experience professionally nannying during the summers and through university. I have watched kids from 5 weeks old to 14 years old. I love...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Leah G.


Cincinnati, OH

$15-22/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My names Leah! I love working with kids and I love animals. Some of my favorite things to do are go to the gym, dance, and be with my family and dogs. I have experience in all ages! But I have the most experience with kids with special needs. I have been around kids with special needs since middle school. During middle...
Leah can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kristin W.


Loveland, OH

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

My first experience working with people who are differently abled came from my time working as a camp counselor for the Round Lake Area Trailblazers day camp program. Here I worked with a variety of children 6-21 and after that summer I went back to school and changed my career focus to therapeutic recreation. Following that...
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Leah G.


Cincinnati, OH

$8-18/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My names Leah! I love working with kids and I love animals. Some of my favorite things to do are go to the gym, dance, and be with my family and dogs. I have experience in all ages! But I have the most experience with kids with special needs. I have been around kids with special needs since middle school. During middle...
Leah can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Michaela M.


Cincinnati, OH

$14-26/hr10 yrs exp

While I do not have an education degree, I do have a bachelors degree in Marketing from University and an MBA from the University. I have been watching kids and helping with homework since I was around the age of 12. I mentor and support several people who work in business or went to business school. I formally tutored...
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Joelene K.


Cincinnati, OH

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

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I have experience with many different levels of behavior. I utilized visual and written supports to assist the people I worked with in following schedules, learning new skills, and developing ways to manage their behavior. I enjoyed working with people with many different diagnoses, although the majority were autism,...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Newport, KY

Shannon O.

5.0

From the first conversation we had, there was a genuine connection with Shannon - like an old friend or sister. I just knew she'd be a great companion and extra caregiver to my Mom. Shannon is extremely good at what Mom and I need her for and she truly cares. Shannon is upbeat, energetic and very...

- Leigh S.

Kristeena B.

5.0

Kristeena is our regular day to day sitter. We have been using her for after school, Saturdays, and the occasional date night; and she is phenomenal. When I first met with her, I expressed my concerns with finding someone that my son had a good dynamic with, and my nervousness about leaving my son...

- Miranda W.

Skylar L.

5.0

Our family adores Ms. S.! She’s incredibly patient, kind, and attentive with the kiddos. 💯 recommend!

- Care member

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