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Carol G.


Gig Harbor, WA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

About Carol I am a retired grandmother who was with the Bainbridge Island School District for 20 years. For 17 of those I worked in Special Ed with children of all ages. In 2015, I retired and became a full-time nanny to 3 children - two in school and the youngest was with me all day. I moved to Gig Harbor in 2017 and have...
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Bryanna A.


Gig Harbor, WA

$25-31/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Companion

In previous work history I have had the experience of helping support children, teens, and families for people with all different kinds of abilities. I find being caring, creative and flexible to be ways that help best in supportive environments.
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Hannah L.


Gig Harbor, WA

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hannah

I am a mom and a nursing assistant. Three of my four children are special needs. I have experience in nearly all areas of care for special needs children, and delight in making them feel happy, loved and cared for. I am creative and love to find ways to help children with special needs enjoy their life and the world around them....
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Courtney K.


Gig Harbor, WA

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Most Caring CNA

I absolutely love helping seniors or those with disabilities! I do my best to give the best care possible in a caring and nurturing way I can!
Courtney can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Andrew D.


Gig Harbor, WA

$28-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Andrew. I am a 20-year-old young man with a caring and loving heart. I grew up in a home with My Mom being caregiver whether that be in home care or facility work, even at a Camp for disabled kids and adults. I always enjoyed going with them and helping, hanging out, doing activities, a sense of companionship...
Andrew can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
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Esther R.


Gig Harbor, WA

$16-40/hr1 yrs exp

Hello to all the families and staff who request assistance both in cleaning the home and in caring for people with disabilities. I Esther have felt the pride and experience in the cleaning area. Environmental service. and assistance at home. I now have the experience and the ability to do independently what I like to do. I'm...
Esther can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
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Home Health Aide

In June of 2019 I graduated from college with a B. A. in Psychology and a B. S. in Social Services. Starting in September I was hired as a psychiatric child care counselor for the state of Washington at child study & treatment center. I currently work with a diverse community that has an array of psychiatric diagnoses. I love my...
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Sharleen F.


Port Orchard, WA

$35-44/hr10 yrs exp

I Love My Job, Just Looking To Relocate!

I am 45. I have been in this business for over 16+ years. I am a mother of 2. I work long-term care or short term. I also work on weekends and overnight shifts/24 hour shifts. Work on holidays. I am experienced with MS patients, feeding tubes, stoma care, catheter care, ostomy, care, medications, dementia patients, disabilities...
Sharleen can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Brandy K.


Port Orchard, WA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

24 Years Experience!

I am a compassionate caregiver with over 20 years experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled. Skilled in activities of daily living, medication management and administration, meal prep, transportation and a variety of other care needs that may arise. Passionate about improving client well-being and...
Brandy can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, home modification, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Jill V.


Port Orchard, WA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Committed Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I grew up loving on my cousin, learning how amazing individuals with special needs are. He was my first taste of what I later learned was my passion- caring for others who needed a little something extra. After years of volunteer work with children of all ages and abilities, I graduated valedictorian and launched into a career...
5.0
"Jill is extremely competent, kind and caring. She manages the care of my special needs adult sons for long shifts and is always professional and patient. She quickly learned complex care tasks and focuses on their well-being and safety. She frequently goes above...

Mary F.

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Rhiannon W.


Silverdale, WA

$17-31/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Former supervisor at a behavioral rehabilitation facility for special needs children. I have worked with clients who need hand over hand assistance and clients who are diagnosed with autism and schizophrenia. I take pride in taking care of people who need my help. I help with personal hygiene, grooming, cooking, cleaning skills,...
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Hottensiah K.


Federal Way, WA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

I am an African lady, mature. I enjoy working with the elderly and special care needs individuals. I am friendly, easy going and I respect others.
5.0
"Hottensiah is a very caring and capable caregiver. She has excellent skills and is always looking for ways to improve. She is very reliable and trustworthy. She is also a very good cook, and prepares healthy meals. I recommend her highly. "

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Sherri K.


Bremerton, WA

$10-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been a Para Educator for children and adults for over 15 years. I have an extensive background in AUTISM Spectrum disorders including Asperger syndrome, ADHD/ADD, Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Schlerosis, Diabetes Type 1 & 2, Allergic reactions, Brittel Bone disorder, Down's syndrome, Cerebral palsy, Epilepsy/Seizures,...
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Latoya C.


Federal Way, WA

$30-31/hr10 yrs exp

Superior Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Good day, My name is Latoya! Take some time and view my profile. Having 21+ years of experience in senior and adult care. Intellectual and physical disabilities knowledge. My goal is to maintain a clean environment, while verbally guiding and providing assistance, companionship, and offering optimal quality of life through...
Latoya can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Latoya is very trustworthy and enthusiastic. Her personality is very compatible for care-giving. Latoya is also very flexible with her schedule and will accommodate families to meet their needs and may even support 7 days a week for nominal hours. Finally,...

Chandra C.

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Stacey P.


Tacoma, WA

$13-16/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Heart $Soul

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 20years Experience as Personal Care Attentant, I have experience working in memory Care & elderly with Demitia and other disability's, Experience with hospice care, Hands in hands care. Experience working in home care and Assisted living Home
Stacey can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"she is a wonderful woman. very reliable and hard working person"

Gerald K.

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Lucy N.


Federal Way, WA

$22-50/hr3 yrs exp

I Am A Creative Person Who Enjoys Making Crafty Items For Family And Friends.

I am Lucy home health certified, I like taking care of elderly patients and autism clients and development disabilities, I have experience of 6yrs . am very passionate in caregiving , I have a great personality; caring am hardworking dependable and shows consistency with myclients , I always go above and beyond to make sure...
Lucy can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She is a good caregiver,and she love her job also see like learning new things."

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Sandra M.


Federal Way, WA

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I've been a childcare & special needs care provider for many years. I've cared for healthy, autistic, developmentally disabled and brain injured children ages infant to young adult for several years. I cared for a born brain injured youth for several years who needed complete and total care. Driving her on outings was part of...
5.0
"We hired Sandra to take our disabled daughter on outings. It's been a great experience. I completely trust my daughter in Sandra's care. She provides me with a summary of all their activities, as well any other information she thinks I may need to know. In...

R P.

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Alisha Y.


Federal Way, WA

$35-50/hr9 yrs exp

As A Nurturer I'm Passionate About Caring For People

I'm a very dependable, patient, compassionate, & thoughtful woman who has 14 years of experience caring for seniors, adults, & children who require assistance with various health conditions/special needs. I've worked with individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cancers, macular degeneration, diabetes, auto-immune conditions,...
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Joyce C.


Federal Way, WA

$25-50/hr9 yrs exp

Owesome Caregiver

My name is Joyce, vibrant, compassionate conservative caregiver full of energy. I have been a caregiver for 9+years. Its a job I love and Passionate about. I have experience with but not limited to medication management, mobility Assistance, bathing/dressing, meal preparation, companionship and housekeeping. I have been able to...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Gig Harbor, WA

Jill V.

5.0

Jill is extremely competent, kind and caring. She manages the care of my special needs adult sons for long shifts and is always professional and patient. She quickly learned complex care tasks and focuses on their well-being and safety. She frequently goes above and beyond her regular duties and...

- Mary F.

Hottensiah K.

5.0

Hottensiah is a very caring and capable caregiver. She has excellent skills and is always looking for ways to improve. She is very reliable and trustworthy. She is also a very good cook, and prepares healthy meals. I recommend her highly.

- Care member

Latoya C.

5.0

Latoya is very trustworthy and enthusiastic. Her personality is very compatible for care-giving. Latoya is also very flexible with her schedule and will accommodate families to meet their needs and may even support 7 days a week for nominal hours. Finally, mom thought that Latoya had gentle...

- Chandra C.

Stacey P.

5.0

she is a wonderful woman. very reliable and hard working person

- Gerald K.

Lucy N.

5.0

She is a good caregiver,and she love her job also see like learning new things.

- Care member

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