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Ana P.


Gainesville, VA

$12-17/hr

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Hi! My name is Ana. I love caring for others. I have a nursing degree from my home country, Brazil. I care for kids, seniors, people with special needs, and pets. I have experience as a pediatric nurse as well as a CPR and first aid experience.
Ana can also help with: Dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & more
Hi! I have experience taking care of animals and an experienced caregiver for a couple years now, I can take care of the elderly and disabled.
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, transportation
As someone with grandparents with mental and physical challenges, I have become aware of the importance of maintaining preventative care and continuously showing compassion to aging adults. I have been to in home visits with my mom who is an occupational therapist countless times and witnessed firsthand the struggles of people...
Kaley can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
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Shelly K.


Gainesville, VA

$15-25/hr

CNA , Part-time

I just completed my CNA course. I have over 5 years experience caring for my elderly disabled family members. 2 were partially paralyzed due to strokes and 1 from Polio disease. I helped them with all of their activities of daily living. I have always enjoyed being able to provide compassionate care to others. Now that I have...
Shelly can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

I am a Teacher Assistant in a Middle School Special Education Classroom for students with severe intellectual disabilities. I have worked in a Daycare with infants through school age children and in Elementary Special Education. I have 4 years of workplace experience and have been babysitting since I was a teenager (8+ years). I...
I have experience with special children, I've worked with special children in hospitals, my brother is Autistic so I know how to deal with crises very well, I have a lot of patience and I love taking care of special children
Compassionate and experienced as a home caretaker. I specialize in care for the elderly, persons suffering from illnesses and those with disabilities. Providing optimal care for those who cannot care for themselves. Experienced in assisting clients to and from places. Committed to caring for clients in a way that improves their...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, dementia
I have experience providing personalized care and support to individuals with special needs or just diverse needs in general. My background includes assisting with daily activities, fostering a safe and nurturing environment, and promoting independence and well-being. I am very good at just being a friend for whoever it is i'm...
I have been a nurse for almost 12 years now. I have great references, clean background/ criminal record, US citizen, negative PPD test and BLS certified and up to date vaccines. My family and I still practice the necessary Covid precautions and still practice social distance in public. I am fully vaccinated. I am a very caring,...
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Magdalena R.


Nokesville, VA

$26-35/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Guided By Jesus

5.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Magdalena I have 8 years of experience as a caregiver, taking care of clients who are using walkers, wheel chairs and also clients who are bed bound that have special needs with hospice. Im very compassionate and helpful , going out of my way in helping my clients. I am a disciple for Jesus, I try to live as an...
Magdalena can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Magdalena took care of me, my kitty and plants after total knee replacement surgery. She was helpful, gentle and caring."

Pam P.

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Mary Z.


Manassas, VA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver And Friend To All

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Mary and I am a student currently taking a break from school due to the pandemic. I have participated in a program for years, getting to know and spend time with peers with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. I also have experience as a caregiver for a child with Williams Syndrome as well as experience...
5.0
"There are some people that kids just take to instantly-Mary is one of those people. We were lucky enough to have Mary spend time with our 13 year old son several hours each week for 8 months. Our son has autism and intellectual disability and Mary just seemed to...

Jennifer A.

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Susie W.


Manassas, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

FULL TIME CAREGIVER AVAILABLE

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since I was young, I have been spending time with the elderly, whether I was volunteering my time or working as a caregiver. I have had opportunities to care for those with dementia, those who have had a stroke and needed extra care (feeding, etc.) and also had those that needed companionship, errands run, light cleaning,...
Susie can also help with: Errands, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Susie was a god send to our family to care for our 92 year old grandfather. She is caring compassionate and is all about being helpful in anyway needed. Her company and her cooking brightened each day that she was with my grandfather and his wife. I would highly...

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Khaled S.


Centreville, VA

$26-30/hr2 yrs exp

Kind, Passionate And Trustworthy Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am half Egyptian half Italian. I moved to the States 7 years ago. I am trustworthy responsible for providing good quality care with of children, adults and their families, The main responsibility is to provide assistance with medical, personal and emotional needs. This means that I will help the special needs child or adult as...
5.0
"Khaled was very punctual and professional and he helped us get to our appointments on time . He was also very helpful and kind . I would rehire him if we are ever in need again"

Anup S.

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Khaled S.


Centreville, VA

$30-35/hr3 yrs exp

Trustworthy Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am half Egyptian half Italian. I moved to the States 7 years ago. I am a trustworthy Caregiver who gives assistance to people who are sick, injured, mentally or physically disabled, or the elderly and fragile. I work in the home and help their clients with daily activities, such as bathing and bathroom functions, feeding,...
Khaled can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care, visiting nurse & more
5.0
"Khaled is a highly qualified caregiver with all the skills and experience necessary to help my husband with late stage Parkinson's and Dementia. But, beyond this, he is a very kind, sensitive, compassionate person treating us both with dignity and respect. Khaled...

Karen S.

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Arielle G.


Centreville, VA

$40/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, Caregiver, House Sitter, Etc.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Arielle and I am a nationally certified Adapted Physical Education Teacher with a master's degree in Adapted Physical Activity, and a bachelor's degree in health and physical education. I recently left my job as an Adapted PE teacher in Fairfax County Public Schools. I left the school system because I want to have a...
5.0
"Arielle watched my teenage special needs son this past summer. She helped him with his morning routine and took him to summer camp. She was great with him and he really enjoyed their time together."

Mark S.

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Charity M.


Manassas, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

4.0

(4)

I have worked in different personal care capacities eg Hospitals, Nursing homes Private homes for 22 years. I am a compassionate person who enjoys providing exceptional care to people of different ages. I cared for seniors with different levels of disabilities EG. Parkinson's, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Depression, and those who...
Charity can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"Charity was an amazing caretaker for my dad, who at 95 years of age, very much still wanted his independence and ability to live his best life. She was kind, patient, and excellent at allowing my dad to do things to make him feel physically and mentally stronger....

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Queenter O.


Bristow, VA

$28/hr2 yrs exp

Smile Creator

My name is Queenter. I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with a passion for supporting individuals in need. I'm skilled in providing personalized care, managing daily tasks, and fostering a safe and supportive environment for my clients. I have 2+ years of experience for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and...
Queenter can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Queenter cared for our mother who was bed bound with dementia for several months priorto us placing her in a facility. She was an excellent caregiver and treated her as if she was her own mother. She was very compassionate and attentive and always looked for ways...

Michelle M.

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Hanaa F.


Bristow, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked as a CNA for 10 years before taking a break to help start up my husbands 711. I'm now looking to go back to doing what I love which is caring for the disabled and elderly. I've worked for insurances before where I'd be sent to a couple different families a week but I'd like to work for a family instead. I'd love to...
Hanaa can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"she's good with people of all ages"

sylvia L.

I am extremely patient, gentle, and kind which I've found are key characteristics for caregivers working with those with disabilities and special needs. I have worked as a tutor/teachers assistant for a special needs class for Elementary - High School aged children. I have also volunteered with the Down Syndrome Guild of Greater...
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Areli H.


Manassas, VA

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist

Currently working as a behavioral therapist with knowledge in ABA therapy used to work with children of various ages who fall on the Autism spectrum as well as children with other disorders (i. e Down Syndrome)

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Gainesville, VA

Magdalena R.

5.0

Maggie provided exceptional care for my mother, who has dementia. Her patience, compassion, and understanding were invaluable. She formed a strong bond with my mother and was always able to find effective approaches, even when my mother was challenging. Maggie's dedication to ensuring my mother's...

- Emily Y.

Mary Z.

5.0

There are some people that kids just take to instantly-Mary is one of those people. We were lucky enough to have Mary spend time with our 13 year old son several hours each week for 8 months. Our son has autism and intellectual disability and Mary just seemed to "get" him right away. She could...

- Jennifer A.

Susie W.

5.0

Susie was a god send to our family to care for our 92 year old grandfather. She is caring compassionate and is all about being helpful in anyway needed. Her company and her cooking brightened each day that she was with my grandfather and his wife. I would highly recommend Susie to care for any...

- Care member

Khaled S.

5.0

Superior. Did a great job with a busy 22 year old young man. Worked with him in the house, out of the house etc. definite will use again

- Mark A.

Khaled S.

5.0

Khaled was an absolute godsend for caring for my elderly almost 80 year old dad who was recovering from a stroke. My dad can be a stubborn individual which when combined with the stroke made for a difficult situation. Khaled stepped in and made an impact from Day 1 - he is very capable and endlessly...

- Alpana V.

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