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Mary C.


Knoxville, TN

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caring Nurse/advocate For People With Special Needs

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I'm a kind, fun loving stay at home mom of 2 boys. I'm also a registered nurse. Now that my boys are in school, I have more time to give to others. I have years of personal and professional experience helping and caring for children that have special needs. My 7-year-old son is on the autism spectrum. My nursing background...
I have experience taking care of people with disabilities since my grandmother had severe dementia and I also have a brother with Williams Syndrome. I also have some medical knowledge as a nursing major at UTK. Those with disabilities require lots of care and patience, which I am more than able to provide. Also, I am very...
Single mother of 3 (28, 26, 23) with a degree in Elementary Education, taught 3rd grade and preschool, enjoy assisting/befriending mature adults, have a bit of experience with special needs, love all ages and have worked with all ages, love furry friends (not so much reptiles). I work full time but would enjoy being able to be...
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Katherine N.


Knoxville, TN

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Kind, Experienced, Christian Caregiver

Hi, I'm Katherine! I'm a Christian Caregiver holding prior experience as a nanny for children of all ages, as well as caregiving full time for families with both the elderly and the disabled. I'm personable, reliable, strong, attentive, patient and above all, kind! I have worn many hats in the caregiving arena through the...
Katherine can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

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Kathy M.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

I am 59 years old and I have retired from full time work with Knox County schools as a caregiver and work part time now in real estate management. I worked in special education for Knox County schools nearly 20 years ago. I home schooled our four sons in the 80's. Thank God they are now successful and well educated. My...
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Wendy C.


Farragut, TN

$15-30/hr

Personal Helper/assistant - West Knoxville

I have not had any direct experience in assisting a person with special needs but I am sure I would learn quickly and be very useful if given the opportunity. I live in West Knoxville and am available any day any time. I'd love to come and help you with whatever needs done.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just received a degree in special education from the University of Dayton. I have spent each semester during college observing, assisting, and student teaching in school settings containing students with mild to moderate disabilities. I am passionate about what I do because I find it fun and rewarding. Additionally, it has...

Susan T.


Farragut, TN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have had experience with special needs children in public school as well as church preschools/nurseries. I believe every child deserves attention and understanding whether there is a disability or not. I am very patient and professional, and put the safety and well-being of the child first.
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Belinda F.


Knoxville, TN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant/Caregiver

5.0

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I have been a CNA since 1996. Nursing home and home healthcare setting. I have worked with patients with paralysis due to spinal cord injury as well as multiple sclerosis and other neuro compromised patients. I am competent in transfers, assistant with ambulation for those who are partially mobile, bed baths, shampoo board, skin...
5.0
"Belinda F. has a very pleasant personality. She is skilled and knowledgeable beyond any position I ever have known her to have. She is a quick learner, a self-starter and does not require constant supervision."

Sandra H.

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Carmen M.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and compassionate CNA

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carmen, I'm 47 years old and I've been a CNA and caregiver for over 15 years. I have a clean background. I have reliable transportation with insurance. I have mainly worked in home health, but have also worked in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. I've taken care of many people with Alzheimers and dementia,...
Carmen can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Carmen was delightful and attentive. We appreciate her flexibility and attention to detail. She was very helpful and we would definitely hire her again. My aunt, for whom Carmen cared, said she would highly recommend Carmen. My aunt is very particular about who she...

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Jennifer A.


Knoxville, TN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

As a pediatric occupational therapist, I have experience with children of all ages and abilities. I have a passion for children with special needs, and would love to provide childcare with the special needs population, in addition to the daily work I do with these friends in my full-time position. As an OT, I have treated kiddos...
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Matthew W.


Maryville, TN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

20+ plus years working with the special needs population in TN, PA, VA and FL. I come from a strong Christian background working with people in need, and it has always held a special place in my heart.
Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted. At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
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Linda H.


Knoxville, TN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Caregiver Full Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a caregiver by nature. My younger brother was born severely disabled and I have always instinctively watched out for the needs of others. I've served the last 20 years in this field of work and feel it is my privilege to provide loving care for all families in need of my help. I am also CPR/FA certified.
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, companionship, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Linda is very caring and patient with her clients. She cared for my stepmother who had Alzheimer's and most recently for my brother in law who had cancer."

Deborah L.

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Bailey L.


Oak Ridge, TN

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Giver

Each Tuesday and Thursday I help out with the special needs class at my school. I also am in a club called "Friends for Friends" where am a "friend" to special needs children. I am extremely passionate about working with special needs kids. I have so much fun with them. I would love to do anything that helps provide care for a...
5.0
"The only reason we didn't hire Bailey at this time was we found someone else who was closer to M.'s school. Bailey came across as a very smart and caring person who would have been the right fit for our needs. She communicates well, she was punctual with her return...

Eb B.

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Elizabeth B.


Powell, TN

$10-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello. I have over 25 years of professional childcare experience including special education instructor, Montessori assistant, nanny, in-home daycare provider, mother of two girls ages 10 and 8 to name a few. I am excited to find a family or two to work with in the knoxville area, preferably a long term position/part-time. At...
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Christina T.


Greenback, TN

$8-16/hr4 yrs exp

DSP/Special Needs Caregiver With 4 Years Experience

I am a certified Direct Service Professional. I have worked for Adult Community Services for 4 years. I have worked night and day shifts, but primarily 12 hour overnight shifts. I prepare and cook meals, do cleaning and laundry as needed, provide transportation and assistance to and from appointments as needed, I do grocery...
Christina can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia
My name is Michaela , I al originally from South Carolina. I have worked with people who have a disability since I was in the 4th grade I am now 21. I started with cheerleading just helping out with the special needs team, and fell in love with it which made my continue doing what I love. Going into middle school and high school...
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Tiffany S.


Powell, TN

$14-19/hr

Special Needs Mama And Special Needs Myself

I am the mama to a special needs 13-year-old son. He has ASD and ADHD. I myself have been diagnosed ADHD and anxiety. I have been a teaching assistant to the special needs department at Clinton High School and loved every minute of it. I cared for nonverbal children both in and out of the wheelchair. Managed personal care and...
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Lisa A.


Knoxville, TN

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 30yrs experience with children. I have a background in early childhood and elementary education. My experience is with newborns up to teenagers, with and without disabilities (autism, Down Syndrome and ADHD, among others). This includes multiple children at once up to 8 (including multiples), in home (theirs &...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Louisville, TN

Belinda F.

5.0

Belinda F. has a very pleasant personality. She is skilled and knowledgeable beyond any position I ever have known her to have. She is a quick learner, a self-starter and does not require constant supervision.

- Sandra H.

Carmen M.

5.0

Couldn't have done it without Carmen! She lights up a room every time she walks in. She's also very dependable and trustworthy.

- Courtney W.

Linda H.

5.0

Linda is very caring and patient with her clients. She cared for my stepmother who had Alzheimer's and most recently for my brother in law who had cancer.

- Deborah L.

Bailey L.

5.0

The only reason we didn't hire Bailey at this time was we found someone else who was closer to M.'s school. Bailey came across as a very smart and caring person who would have been the right fit for our needs. She communicates well, she was punctual with her return calls and interview time. She even...

- Eb B.

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