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Allison T.


South Park, PA

$8-10/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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My name is Allison I have 25+ years experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. Finding a nanny is an important decision and can have an impact on everyone especially the children. I can assure you that as my references can verify, I will do my best to meet and hopefully exceed the expectations the families...

Shadae T.


Pittsburgh, PA

< $10/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs

One year of behavioral or special needs training, cprand first aid certified and available all time of the week and all days of the week.

Amanda M.


Bethel Park, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Pediatric Rn With 9 Years Experience (private Duty/home health).

I've been caring for medically fragile infants & children for 13+ years. I love helping the families and the child live the lives they want to live without letting their medical diagnosis interfere. I'm capable & confident working with children with various diagnosis and I enjoy learning new things everyday.
I haven t really personally worked with special needs, but at my job now I work with a few and I love them, I always wanted to be a caregiver, but I recently turned 18 so that is why I am applying now. I would love to learn more and anything to help!!

Jennifer A.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate, Careful And Thorough

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am full until next year. I am available for consulting/ in-home safety and equipment set ups only at this time. Think tips and tricks of the trade. I worked with seniors and people with various disabilities for +7 years in addition to caring for my own elderly family members. I have experience caring for individuals with...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I can not say enough wonderful things about Jennifer! This was our first time working with Care.com and I couldn't have asked for better experience and care for my father. Jennifer has the expertise and training needed to care for my 85 year old father who is...

Pamela K.

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Ashley S.


McKeesport, PA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care Provider Available Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Ashley and I have been working in the healthcare field for the last 15 years. I have experience from skilled nursing to home healthcare working with individuals with different types of dementia and intellectual disabilities from mild to severe. Some of my responsibilities have been such things as meal prep,...
Ashley can also help with: Errands, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Ashley is very caring and kind. She is attentive and a great companion/caregiver for my mother. She comes highly recommended!!! "

Anne C.

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Marina D.


Homestead, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs children all my life and prefer to work with children who are diagnosed as being autistic or on the autism spectrum. I worked at St. Peter's Child Development Center and the DePaul Institute for the hearing impaired. Most recently I was employed as a research assistant in the Neurophysiology...
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Chynna W.


East McKeesport, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Chynna. I am writing to express my interest in a special needs position. It is with great enthusiasm that I write this letter hoping to gain additional experience as a caregiver. I have past experience working with special needs children; as a camp counselor, a teacher's assistant, and as well as in my own home. As a...
5.0
"Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!"

Mehvish S.

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Elizabeth N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$8-10/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care/ Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely adore working with people of any age with disabilities. I have my degree in elementary and special education, and have been a learning support teacher in 3rd, 4th, and 11th grade. I was also a summer camp counselor for adults with disabilities. Currently, I babysit for a family that has three children with special...
5.0
"Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork."

Renee C.

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Marcie C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$8-13/hr10 yrs exp

I Provide Excellence In Home Care

Helping Seniors And Disabled Adults Live Independently And Safely In Their Home. * Will Transport to doctor appointments and shopping trips. * Run errands, recreational, and social outings * Light house-keeping, meal preparations. * Assist with medication, laundry and support with activities of daily living. * Able to travel...
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Marcie is very punctual and dependable and very caring. Marcie took care of my parents for six years. Very trustworthy."

Kathy S.

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Denise B.


Ellsworth, PA

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Been doing this line of work at a very young age . I'm Medicine aide , CPR and First aide experience. Hands on experience with daily activities. I do modified sign language, worked with children and adults that are mentally challenge and ADHD and has had seizures disorders .
5.0
"Denise cared for our nephew with Coffin Lowry Syndrome for several years. We are not his custodians so we only saw them intermittently, but often. She is amazing with children and really cares about them and their families. Having seen her work with our nephew and...

Chuck B.

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Dawn M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Your Loved One Is Everythingl

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I began home health and hospice care at the age of 18. With over 25 years of experience (the gauge would not let me move past 10), I worked with individuals with physical, emotional, and developmental disabilities. My experience spans many diagnoses. Volunteering is also something I enjoy in the hospice field. My schedule is...
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Dawn took care of my parents and was really a great caretaker. Both my Mom and Dad loved her."

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Amanda N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! I'm extremely passionate about special needs, my 4 year daughter was diagnosed with Autism in 2015, so I have a little knowledge of speech therapy, occupational therapy, and learning to deal with sensory issues. I used to work for a company as an independent contractor. I went to homes and served as a companion for young...
4.0
"Amanda is the mother of a special needs child. She is very patient and very capable of caring and working with special needs."

Kay L.

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Kristi D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$31-32/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You With A Smile

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kristi, I am looking to help make differences in the world, your family and better the quality of life for every individual that has abilities and personal struggles. I have 9+ years of experiences in the work field, an undergraduate focused in Early Childhood atypical and typical. My Masters Degree is in...
5.0
"Kristi helped our out of town special needs son attend a family wedding. She was terrific at engaging and supporting him right away having never met him before. Would highly recommend her."

Steve M.

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Theresa W.


Homestead, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I love caring for others and helping them to be as happy and as healthy as possible. My experience includes a wide range of physical and mental disabilities. I can use and maintain feeding tube, tracheostomy tube, IV's, respiratory equipment, suction equipment, physical therapy equipment and aids.
Theresa can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Theresa provides excellent care. She is compassionate and truly shows that she cares about the individuals in her care. She is a reliable care provider. "

Lindsey H.

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Theresa D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Theresa. I have an Associates degree in Nursing. I have over 10 years experience in private duty/ home care. I have additional certifications in medically complex/special needs children and adults with dementia/alzheimers~ I am CPR/AED certified and have all clearances. References available upon request. Please...
Theresa can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Licensed Nurse

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Cynthia L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special needs provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with 3 families for over 5 years. I have been with one family until he was put into group home permanently. I feel that continuity is important when dealing with special needs children.
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Stacy R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Stacy

As a new Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for 2 years , my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of children. I strive to create a safe, stimulating environment where they can flourish. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and imagination, allows...
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Samantha M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I am a nursing major at Kent State University and I am looking to get more experience in care-giving! I have spent the last two summers working with a special needs child (40 hours a week). He suffers from ataxia autism, ADHD and difficulty speaking/communicating. In the past, I have also volunteered to assist with Special...
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Brittany L.


Monongahela, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available

I have experience working with adults with multiple diagnosis and children on the spectrum. I am also a certified special education teacher.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Canonsburg, PA

Jennifer A.

5.0

My family worked with Jen for several months while my father suffered from late stage dementia and required significant care. Jen took amazing care of my father and understands the vital nuances of communicating with and comforting dementia patients. She helped us in so many ways we didn't...

- Matthew L.

Ashley S.

5.0

Ashley is very caring and kind. She is attentive and a great companion/caregiver for my mother. She comes highly recommended!!!

- Anne C.

Chynna W.

5.0

Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!

- Mehvish S.

Elizabeth N.

5.0

Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork.

- Renee C.

Marcie C.

5.0

Marcie is very punctual and dependable and very caring. Marcie took care of my parents for six years. Very trustworthy.

- Kathy S.

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