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Kari J.


Cocoa Beach, FL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi! I recently moved to Mooresville and would love to continue my experience with childcare! I fell in love with childcare by being a nanny to my 6-year-old nephew with autism for two years! I am experienced with remote learning! I have a reliable suv! I am patient and will educate, have fun and love your children! I would love...
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Brandy P.


Cape Canaveral, FL

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

Looking For Special Family That Needs Help.

Hi everyone, my name is Brandy and I have been working with children and young adults with disabilities since I was about 10. My best friend in middle school was named Stewart. Stewart had CP and loved UTZ plain potato chips. I would spend my lunchtime feeding him happily. My mother taught students on the spectrum and I began...
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Stella Q.


Melbourne, FL

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Reliable And Loving Caretaker And Tutor

Hello my name is Stella and I am a responsible and loving caregiver. I have my bachelor's degree from the University of Central Florida with a focus of becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have worked myself up to working with many different families who have children with special needs. I have experience tutoring/daycare...
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Denette L.


Melbourne, FL

$15-36/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Care Professional

Hello, I am a highly experienced professional in health, social, and emotional support care, boasting over a decade of valuable expertise in Emergency Medical and Basic Life Care Services. Throughout my journey, I have had the privilege of assisting diverse groups of individuals, encompassing those with disabilities, undergoing...
Denette can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

I have worked as a substitute teacher and an instructional assistant with many different types of special needs from Pre-K up through middle school. Working with people with special needs is something that I enjoy. I have a child with high functioning autism.
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Amanda R.


Cocoa, FL

$13-15/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny

I have cared for a 6-year-old boy with autism for 2 years. Every child deserves someone who cares for them and sees what is special inside of them. I'm currently in nursing school.
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Maxine F.


Melbourne, FL

$17-24/hr10 yrs exp

Private Home Family

I worked in the private home for 10 yrs taking care of the disabled son. I was responsible for getting him dressed in the morning, feeding his meals breakfast and lunch. Giving his medicine through out the day and doing some recreation with him.
Maxine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Marie A.


Cocoa, FL

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Me

Hi, my name is Marie. I'm seeking part time employment. I've spent most of my life as a caregiver, both professionally, as a paid care person for seniors and the disabled and also personally, as a daughter and a mother. Nurturing is what comes naturally to me. I like to cook for and take care of others, especially those who...
Marie can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, transportation
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Cheryl T.


Melbourne, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Joy Seeker

My name is Cheryl. I have 20 years of experience bringing "JOY" to patients with disabilities as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. In 2022, I changed career paths from full time SLP to part time caregiver after relocating back to my childhood community. I can help with transportation, shopping, cleaning and personal care....
Cheryl can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Skylar O.


Melbourne, FL

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Skylar and I live in Crestview Fl. I have not had direct specific schooling for special needs children but I have professionally worked with kids with disabilities in daycares and in high school. I did the helping hands (buddy program) class where for one period a day I would go hang out with my buddies in the...
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Kellie E.


Merritt Island, FL

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Eperienced Special Education Teacher & Compassionate Nanny

With a heart dedicated to fostering growth and nurturing potential, I bring over a decade of enriching experience as a Special Education Teacher coupled with two decades of compassionate care as a trusted nanny. My journey in the realm of education and childcare has been marked by unwavering dedication, profound empathy, and a...
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Ashley K.


Melbourne, FL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Ashley and I have been a caregiver for seven years. I have worked with people of all ages, from developmental and intellectual disabilities to caring for the elderly with Alzheimer's and dementia, to most recently, spinal cord injury. I take pride in my upbeat positive and outgoing personality as well as my...
5.0
"We hired Ashley last minute , she was good at communicating with us and helping watch or 2 1/2 year old daughter . Our daughter doesn't like many people but took a liking to Ashley very quickly not even a whine or cry when we left! She did an awesome job and even...

Jose L.

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Marsha S.


Cocoa, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic, Caring

3.5

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

First of all, I would like to reiterate that my health and family issues have been resolved, sometimes, unfortunately, in order to help others, we put ourselves in bad situations but things always work out for the best. I have experience working with seniors that have various disabilities and diseases. I have worked in...
Marsha can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Marsha helped with my dad the last few weeks of his life. He became weaker due to COPD and Squamous Cell Carcinoma and was unable to do simple tasks around the house, although one hundred percent cognitively. She helped him with these tasks, made sure he ate, and...

Cynthia T.

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Jessica M.


Melbourne, FL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jessica. I am a retired Special Education teacher. My certifications include a Bachelor's in Elementary Education, certification in Special Education, CDA certification in Early Childhood Education. On top of this, I have my American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification and American Red Cross...
5.0
"She works really well with my girls and they enjoy having her around :) . They both have special needs and she is always eager to learn what things to do to help them best."

Bethany F.

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Stacey A.


Melbourne, FL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Advocate / Paralegal / Mom

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a empty nester mom of 3 ASD young adults. Certified Special education advocate / paralegal through University of San Diego School of Law. I am trained but not certified in OT, ABA, CBT, SLP as well as special diets. Happy to help with homework, home school work, planning, organizing, social skills, field trips, cooking,...
5.0
"Stacey is a natural with children and special needs children. She is also an amazing tutor! She is incredibly respectful and helpful to my family. "

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Jessica E.


Rockledge, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I believe that it is truly important to know who you are inviting into your home and your child's life. That being said, I am a full-time Nanny now for a family in Melbourne, FL. I have been working for them for little over a year now. You are welcome to meet myself and my family any time. You have access to plenty of references...
5.0
"Hope to have her again in the future, great person. Extra activities for the boys who loved the three days with Jessy."

Janet I.

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Marsha S.


Cocoa, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with seniors that have various disabilities, I have worked in Assisted living facilities but prefer the one on one relationship. My experience includes but is not limited to Dementia/Alzheimers, total bed care, medication reminders, light housework, transportation to appointments, meal preparation,...
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Marcia S.


Titusville, FL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for special needs. I also have recommendation letter.
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Anne P.


Indialantic, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a 19-year-old son who falls somewhere on the autism spectrum and another son, now 21 years of age, who has severe attention deficit disorder. We raised our boys in a School system where challenges presented themselves daily both academically as well as socially. I am well versed on the demands of raising a special needs...
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Kristen R.


Indialantic, FL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Kristen

I have been a caregiver for seniors for about 5 years prior to that I was a caregiver for children including disabled children. I'm new to Florida and I'm really excited to connect with new families that I can help. This past year I was able to be a caregiver for my grandmother and I'm incredibly grateful for that experience I...
Kristen can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Cocoa Beach, FL

Ashley K.

5.0

We hired Ashley last minute , she was good at communicating with us and helping watch or 2 1/2 year old daughter . Our daughter doesn't like many people but took a liking to Ashley very quickly not even a whine or cry when we left! She did an awesome job and even did some dishes we didn't even ask...

- Jose L.

Marsha S.

5.0

Marsha helped with my dad the last few weeks of his life. He became weaker due to COPD and Squamous Cell Carcinoma and was unable to do simple tasks around the house, although one hundred percent cognitively. She helped him with these tasks, made sure he ate, and took his medication on time, all...

- Cynthia T.

Jessica M.

5.0

She works really well with my girls and they enjoy having her around :) . They both have special needs and she is always eager to learn what things to do to help them best.

- Bethany F.

Stacey A.

5.0

Stacey was a lifesaver for us. She worked with our son and tutored him through his entire year in all of his subjects. She was able to help him with his organizational skills and with his study habits. I am so grateful for Stacey's help and involvement in our family.

- Care member

Jessica E.

5.0

Hope to have her again in the future, great person. Extra activities for the boys who loved the three days with Jessy.

- Janet I.

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