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Dawn M.


Bradenton, FL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Friendly Teacher

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I'm 53 years young and love to assist in making people's day brighter and better. I have taught gifted students and students with learning differences. I love all ages. I'm a substitute teacher with a flexible schedule.
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Bianca L.


Bradenton, FL

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, Im Bianca!

Hi, my name is Bianca and i'm 19 years old. Im a quick learner with an open mind ready for adapt to anything! I graduate MTC as a practical nurse January 23rd, 2023, so I am CPR certified, and First Aid Trained. I also have quite a bit of experience with children with Autism, as well as diabetic children. I'd be happy to help...
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Jess T.


Bradenton, FL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Fun & Caring Caretaker

Hello, Jess here! In high school I volunteered my time with our students with disabilities during my lunch breaks and study halls, and I volunteered with the Special Olympics for many years. I am currently employed as an ESE Resource Teacher for Manatee County. Previously I was the Phys. Ed Program Lead for Manatee County's...
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Michelle S.


Bradenton, FL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Experience With Special Needs

My son has ASD. I have taken care of children with MD and an elderly woman with MS. I also have experience with spina bifida. I am a mother of 6 with plenty of experience. I have a nursing license in Ohio haven't transferred it to Florida yet.
I am the mother of five children. I have assisted my brother who has Down syndrome for 40+ years. I looking to relieve a care giver of a handicapped person when needed.
I'd describe my personality as caring, compassionate, and organized. I like caring for seniors because I feel good helping other people with activities they no longer can do for themselves, I like to care for them like they're my family I'm looking for a job that is fair with the caregiver. I started caring for seniors...
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, transportation, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Linda H.


Bradenton, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a CNA. I cared for my parents for 12 yrs. I need to get back into the job market. I am a young 70 yrs old & looking to take care of someone else's parent now. My personality is loving, honest & responsible. I like caring for seniors because I cannot imagine how difficult it would be to no longer do things for yourself...
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Tracy S.


Bradenton, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Attentive,& Reliable

Hi! My name is Tracy, with > 25 years of infant to senior caregiving, & my Medical Assistant & Special need certification & extensive experience, with ADHD, Autism, Dementia. We will engage in appropriate age activities, in a fun & safe environment. I am here for your family.
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Michael L.


Bradenton, FL

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Available For Companion Housekeeping And Meal Prep.

I have worked with dementia cliets and clients nwith all kinds of disabilities. I have my med tech license and have been in this business for 3 years. I also have my CDA and have completed my 40 in childcare. I have taught ages from infants to vpk.
Michael can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Annette F.


Bradenton, FL

$20-25/hr

Nursing Assistant

For over 28 years of work as Nursing assistant in hospital nursing home and also private homes I know my job very well and I do love my work like to help people and I also do my best I talk pride in my job it was my calling for this type of work Annette
Hello My name is K I am 19 years old I have experience caring for all age groups and special needs patients I am easy going and a very fast learner. I pick up on things as fast as I can figure them out if I ever got put into a situation.
I am teacher for elementary aged students with behavioral concerns and mental health diagnoses. Prior to this classroom, I was a teacher for middle schoolers with intellectual disabilities and autism. I also have hands on experience from working at a special needs summer camp with campers with a wide variety of special needs. I...
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Shelley K.


Sarasota, FL

$35/hr3 yrs exp

Senior care provider! Senior care provider!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a care giver that provides support and assistance with compassion going above and beyond to fully care for the needs due to age, disability, illness and or other circumstances. I am dealing with sometimes the end of ones lifes nervousness as to be expected, allowing them to go out with dignity and treating them with grace....
Shelley can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Words cannot say enough of the wonderful care and compassion Shelley has given my MIL. We’ve known each other for over a year as independent living and has helped moved my MIL into memory care. Highly communicative, compassionate, and educated. Five stars and...

Meridith S.

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Sarah H.


Sarasota, FL

$15-20/hr

Part Time Care Giver

Have experience working with autistic children. I love to help children learn and grow in thought and spirit. I have a flexible nature and know the best way to teach is through love and kindness.
5.0
"Sarah is just incredible! She has an intuitive nature and always knows whats going on with the children. She was very adaptable and exceeded any expectation I had. Would highly recommend!!!"

Nick H.

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Heather W.


Parrish, FL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in the healthcare field for 7 years. I obtained a Home Health Aide Certificate. I have had experience with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, dementia, traumatic brain injury patients and dystonia. I am working on furthering my education to become a nurse.
5.0
"Extremely dedicated to my mother. Honest, dependable, professional, and highly ethical. I would still have use her if my mom didn't require more care in a facility with 24 hour help."

Douglas W.

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Lezlie H.


Apollo Beach, FL

$23/hr3 yrs exp

Lifelong Caregiver !

I started my work as a caregiver starting off as PCA in 2018 . In the past three years I have worked with individuals whom have behavioral and intellectual disabilities . I've also worked at an assited living facility as a certified caregiver. As I do not currently have my CNA license I am working on obtaining it . I enjoy the...
Lezlie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Melody P.


Ruskin, FL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Melody! I have been working as an Occupational Therapist Assistant for the past 10 years with the elderly and recently with children. I love to be helpful and my goal as a companion/caregiver is to assist others in being as independent as possible in order for them to stay as active in their daily lives as...
5.0
"Melody cared for my adult daughter with cancer 4 hours a day for 6 weeks until she died. During that time, she fit in well with our household, looked for ways to improve my daughter's comfort. One of Melody's strongest assets is that she really knows how to talk...

Thomas C.

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Kirsten T.


Bradenton, FL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion And Care Giving Services

I have extensive experience providing companionship and care giving to seniors as well as those with specialized needs, such as Dementia and Parkinson's disease. Services offered: general companion care, medication reminders, meal preparation, grooming assistance, transportation, errands , organization, light housekeeping,...
Kirsten can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I interviewed and was very impressed with Kirsten. She seems very knowledgeable, has a good personality, and knows not to sweat the small stuff."

Marisa M.

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Shannon A.


Sarasota, FL

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced educator with some special education classes. Worked in special needs classrooms as well as regular education classes. Would love spending time with your loved one. I am patient and kind.
5.0
"We were SO lucky to find Shannon to care for our 18mo during an extended visit in Sarasota. We scheduled regular care 2x per week and Shannon always had a fun activity in mind. Our LO would come home tired and happy, gushing about whatever adventure they'd been on....

Erika M.

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Maggie C.


Sarasota, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Care For Your Awesome Kid!

My name is Maggie, but most people call me Max, and I have several years of experience in childcare with children ranging from 2/3 years old to high school, as well as 2+ years of classroom experience. I currently work with autistic, physically disabled, and developmentally handicapped children, and I am looking to work for a...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Ellenton, FL

Shelley K.

5.0

Shelley is a special caregiver. She gives 100% to her clients and helps them feel better about themselves through the simple joys of life. With my Mom, Shelley arranged weekly swim parties with Mom’s friends and neighbors. It was a creative way to do something different and to break the predictable...

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Sarah H.

5.0

Sarah is just incredible! She has an intuitive nature and always knows whats going on with the children. She was very adaptable and exceeded any expectation I had. Would highly recommend!!!

- Nick H.

Heather W.

5.0

Heather is a CNA with great experience and always goes the extra mile. She is dependable and truly cares about her patients and their well-being.

- Doug D.

Melody P.

5.0

Melody cared for my adult daughter with cancer 4 hours a day for 6 weeks until she died. During that time, she fit in well with our household, looked for ways to improve my daughter's comfort. One of Melody's strongest assets is that she really knows how to talk to patients - even when they are...

- Thomas C.

Kirsten T.

5.0

I interviewed and was very impressed with Kirsten. She seems very knowledgeable, has a good personality, and knows not to sweat the small stuff.

- Marisa M.

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