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Erika L.


Torrance, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist

5.0

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I have worked as a behavior therapist with children of all ages. Children with behavioral and developmental challenges require special care that I am equipped to provide. I am bright, caring and fun but firm when need be. I believe in positive reinforcement as primary means to motivate children. Learning through play and...
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Andrea W.


Los Angeles, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

ABOVE The Average

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Taking care of your loved one, is my passion. Over 28 plus years in the medical field licensed and many years of hands on experience, treating your loved one with the love, dignity and respect helping krep them as independent as possible. Every day's a different journey and I'm hear to assist every step of the way. I come with...
5.0
"Andrea is so kind and patient in taking care of my father-in-law. We are so grateful to have her."

Deondre W.

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Ally W.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available!

3.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have almost 4 years experience working with kids with special needs, from working with one family for 2 years, short term side jobs with multiple families, volunteering with the Son Rise Program, and working in my old high school special education classroom! I'm current a UCSB student studying data science and mathematics...
3.0
"Ally is a friendly and energetic young adult who provided short-term care for my child. Unfortunately, she did not fulfill her obligations with us and stopped showing up for her shift."

Mechiel T.

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Ileana O.


Los Angeles, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver Or Home Care Or Companionship

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Ileana , I'm home health-aid, and I have CPR certification . I worked with different groups of people: from newborn, infant's, toddlers. Preschoolers, teens to special needs. I have the required experience and references. I love interacting and taking care of children and have worked with different age groups and...
Ileana can also help with: Errands, meal prep, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Ileana was by far one of my best caregivers (I had many). She is versed in all aspects of health concerns. Dementia, heart, respiratory, etc. Knowledge of the health field is important, more importantly the care shown towards the client. She surpassed my...

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Yvette J.


Los Angeles, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Loving for All Special Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for a special young lady. I have respect for her life as is. I help with bathing, dressing, talking, laughing and some discipline.
5.0
"Yvette was fantastic! She was nice and friendly. She was on time to pick me up to take me to my surgery. She waited in the waiting room for me while I recovered. She got my prescriptions filled. She checked in on me daily to see how I was recovering and to see if I...

Jeff G.

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Angella G.


Redondo Beach, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've taken care of adults with dementia and alzheimers. I've worked with adult with special needs. I am very patient and caring and understandv that each individual has certain needs. I'm willing too make sure your loved one is taken care of and I'm trusted in caring for them.
Angella can also help with: Respite care, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Angella was a tremendous Help to our Mother On a Daily Basis from helping her get up every Morning to her shower and also with going to the Bathroom as well as daily Chores from House Cleaning to Laundry and Cooking our Mother suffer from Dementia as well as...

Steve E.

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Tiara B.


Long Beach, CA

$22-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

Hello! My name is Tiara and I am 24years old! I am a Fun, creative and down to earth person. I love to laugh and make people smile (: I have 8years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am a non-smoker, I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record and background check. I am also good with all kinds of pets! I...
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Raciel C.


Carson, CA

$25-47/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am very interested in the Caregiver position currently available. I have a strong caregiving background and have a number of professional experiences which I feel uniquely qualify me for this job. I was a CNA at a rehabilitation center for 4 years. My professional experience with different employers has provided me with a...
Raciel can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Dawn S.


Lomita, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Development Teacher With Social Education Background

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 28 years experience working for RBUSD as a substitute child development teacher and a special Ed Aide. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities and differing abilities including , Autism and Down Syndrome. I am the mother of 3 grown children two of which had learning disabilities. I have an associates degree...
5.0
"I have had the pleasure of working alongside Dawn S. She has been an outstanding mentor and leader throughout our time working together. Dawn is exceptionally determined and dependable, and always goes beyond what is expected of her. She has a very calming energy...

Devon C.

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Crystiani S.


Redondo Beach, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Family, I'm Crystiani, from Brazil, 36 yo. I did an childhood course, since then I've worked with children from 0 to 4 years old as a teacher before moving. My experience in U. S. is since 2013. I was a live in from 2013 to 2015 during this time I was responsible for 13 yo twins, one of them with special needs (one of my...
5.0
"Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!"

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Brittany H.


Los Angeles, CA

$10-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In the summer of 2016, I worked at a camp/rehabilitation that specializes in the care of children, adolescents, and adults with either psychical or mental disabilities. I worked with participants who have Autism, Cerebral Palsy, wheel-chair bound, Un-diagnosed Developmental Delays, MR, etc.
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Shirlene E.


Torrance, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

1:1

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My previous experience is working as a 1:1 Para Educator for the Transition to Independence program at Palos Verdes Peninsula USD and Torrance USD as a Health Clerk.
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Sophia D.


Marina del Rey, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Developmental Specialist - Early Intervention - DIR/FLOORTIME EXPERT PROVIDER-

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Sophia and my passion is to help children and their families with developmental delays to unlock their fullest potential by advocating, educating and promoting healthy developmental strategies. My Credentials include a master's in special education early childhood Birth-grade 2, teaching credentials in CA & NY...
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Yvette V.


Inglewood, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Been A Caregiver For 19 Years. I Have Worked With Patient Ages 59 Years Old - 108 Years Old

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Yvette V Summary: I am Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Core Qualifications Certified...
Yvette can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia, respite care, visiting nurse, visiting physician & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Very responsible, kind, attentive, warm, gentle, thoughtful, and experienced caregiver. She goes above and beyond. We love her and we appreciate everything she did for my dad."

Erica F.

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Jasmine S.


Marina del Rey, CA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked with elderly / disabled people for over 10 years. I started volunteering in high school at a nursing home for general patients then started in the Alzheimer's / dementia unit. I currently work for a 92-year-old woman with Alzheimer's 3 days a week. I have multiple references and years of experience. Helping people in...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
5.0
"Jasmine has an amazing positive attitude. I hired her for help after a spinal cord bleed that debilitated me, and she help me and my wife with so many things. She even drove me to LAX at the beginning of the Covid pandemic to try to find out what happened with one...

Guillermo S.

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Liliana F.


Los Angeles, CA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Monday Thru Friday Caregiver/CNA/HHA Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified nursing assistant and home health aide as well as CPR/BLS and first aide certified. I am a patient, dependable, honest, quick thinking and calm individual. I have both personal and professional experience. My experience includes patients with stroke, dementia, Alzheimer's, ALS/Lou Gehrig's disease, hemiplegia,...
5.0
"You will be blessed if you are lucky enough to have Liliana as a caregiver for your loved one. She intuitively anticipates what help and support is needed, and goes the extra mile to do whatever is necessary to the improve health, relaxation, cleanliness, and well...

Stephanie S.

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Robinna B.


Redondo Beach, CA

$40-45/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Before being an Early Intervention Teacher at Pediatric Therapy Network, my mother worked with children and adults with special needs for over 20 years. Working with children has shown me the significance and beauty in helping people become independent and active members in society.
5.0
"Robinna has been the best babysitter we've had for our special needs son. Not only did she take the time to get to know our son. She constantly interacts with him the whole time she spends time with him. My son was delayed in speech and she saw the progress he...

Elinor R.

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Cathleen Kate M.


Gardena, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Passionate, Hardworking, And Trustworthy.

I am compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 10 yrs experienced to elderly, children disabled, or chronically ill. Includes assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management, and transportation. Also offers emotional support, companionship, and help maintain a safe and...
Cathleen Kate can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Dependable and reliable. Responsible"

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Ally W.


Los Angeles, CA

$22-31/hr4 yrs exp

Respite Care Giver

Ive worked as a respite caregiver for two teenagers with special needs for two years! The duties were mostly in the house and included meal prepping, g-tube feeding, medicine administration, light housekeeping, bathing and toileting, and social interaction! Both teens were non-verbal and had mobility issues, so often times I had...
Ally can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care
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Maria L.


Culver City, CA

$17-35/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, I'm a Child Development major who has worked with a couple of children and teens with autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome etc. I feel like one thing that's important when working with anyone is patience, and I feel very lucky on how much patience I have, because at the end of the day people with disabilities are just...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Hawthorne, CA

Andrea W.

5.0

Andrea W. is a kind, caring, responsible, outgoing, and exceptional caregiver. She is willing to go over and above and out of her way for all those she looks after. It was a pleasure to have her help me as my caregiver for the past ten months before I moved out of the state. She was punctual and...

- Lyza W.

Ally W.

3.0

Ally is a friendly and energetic young adult who provided short-term care for my child. Unfortunately, she did not fulfill her obligations with us and stopped showing up for her shift.

- Mechiel T.

Ileana O.

5.0

Ileana was by far one of my best caregivers (I had many). She is versed in all aspects of health concerns. Dementia, heart, respiratory, etc. Knowledge of the health field is important, more importantly the care shown towards the client. She surpassed my expectations. If you need a reference, I’m...

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Yvette J.

5.0

Yvette was fantastic! She was nice and friendly. She was on time to pick me up to take me to my surgery. She waited in the waiting room for me while I recovered. She got my prescriptions filled. She checked in on me daily to see how I was recovering and to see if I needed her to assist me with...

- Jeff G.

Angella G.

5.0

Angella was a tremendous Help to our Mother On a Daily Basis from helping her get up every Morning to her shower and also with going to the Bathroom as well as daily Chores from House Cleaning to Laundry and Cooking our Mother suffer from Dementia as well as other Health Issues Angella was...

- Steve E.

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