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Down syndrome care in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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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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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: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care, meal prep, hospice services & more
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Judith J.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$19-25/hr • 10 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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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr • 10 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
"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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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$28/hr • 8 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Briana R.


Lake Forest, CA

$15-25/hr • 10 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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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Theresa F.


Mission Viejo, CA

$16-25/hr • 5 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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kimberly E.


Orange, CA

$24-41/hr • 10 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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Holli B.


Orange, CA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Holli. I am a proud single mother of one young adult daughter. I am highly compassionate, protective, nurturing and young at heart! I love children and have worked with them all my life in various settings. I have taken care of children in a school setting for over 22 years and in home care for over 25 years. I...
Holli can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I just love Holli, she is always a good worker, is cheerful and willing to do what needs to be done. She has worked for us for 4 years now several hours a week and has been a lifesaver helping to take care of my 91 year old mother."

Marcia O.

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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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Kimberly E.


Orange, CA

$18-23/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experience in School District Elementary School -Special and mainstream education as Teacher's Aide and Interpreter for Deaf /Hard of hearing and other special needs. Currently 2 + years in Behavioral Therapies and Intervention . 5+ years Special Needs Sunday school teacher . *specializing in Autism, Downs Syndrome, and...
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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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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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...

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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.

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.

Holli B.

5.0

I was beyond blessed to have found Holli! This review will probably be too small to say how amazing she was. I have twins who are preemies and they did just great with her! She loved them like their own children in a respectful manner. I never felt she gave them too much which I know sometimes can...

- Alina C.

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