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Tania C.


San Ramon, CA

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I have had many years of experience with people who need special needs. My 12-year-old nephew has autism and I babysat him often. I also took care of an old woman who had dimensions and often forgot things and acted like a child. I have a lot of patience for people with special needs because I find them to be even more special...

Maria V.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

The Care You Need With A Bright Smile

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I consider myself as an energetic, positive and hard working gal with 4 years of paid experience as a caregiver for people between the ages 3-65. Fortunately, I worked for the Los Angeles Unified School District as a Special Education Substitute with children between the ages 3-17. I currently work as a Registered...
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Jill R.


Mountain View, CA

$30-40/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about what I do because through my extensive training with a physical therapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist that I can greatly enhance the facilitation of development of the child and help with the family.
5.0
"Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful...

Bart S.

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Raquel G.


Palo Alto, CA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I am a nanny in the San Carlos area looking for a kid to add to my Nanny share! I currently have a one and a half year-old boy and he's absolutely amazing! We go on daily adventures to museums, libraries, story times, and our favorite park hopping! If you are looking for childcare and not sure what avenue you...
5.0
"I hired Raquel initially to accompany my 5 year old son who is autistic to summer camp. I was afraid it was going to be a rough transition for him to go from his regular classroom to a new setting. But Raquel really did such an amazing job at helping him transition...

Alexandra V.

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Lakeisha S.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a degree in Kinesiology from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete from childhood-18 yrs.) but when I graduated, there was a change of heart. I have most of my experiences as a mother first, to my beautiful...
5.0
"We worked with Lakeisha early in the pandemic as a daily aide for our 4yo son with disabilities. We were so grateful for her assistance and expertise. She is patient, accommodating, knowledgeable and kind. She assisted in both academic study and...

Arielle B.

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Rubie C.


Hayward, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am experienced with providing care for both physically and cognitively disabled children and young adults. Duties would include bathing, grooming, feeding, meal preparation, assistance administering medications and treatment therapies. Much of my experience comes from taking care of my younger sister who has Ataxia and...
5.0
"Rubie cared for my severely disabled 20 year old daughter. She bathed, toileted, fed, administered medication, g-tube, pulmonary hygiene as well as drove her to her activities and college classes. Rubie was always on time. She was reliable, caring, compassionate,...

Elizabeth B.

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Joan M.


Fremont, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Joan.. I have watched a young man with Down syndrome occasionally since he was 5 years old, he is 21 years old now. He is the son of my sister's best friend and a friend to our family. I have watched him on date nights and/or a day out for shopping with the girls.
5.0
"I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still work with Joan and plan to continue doing so in the future whenever possible."

Ayisha B.

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Meigs C.


Sunnyvale, CA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional, Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I used to work at Norcal Carehomes in San Mateo 2010-2012. I work with people with developmental disabilities like Autism, Hearing Impaired, Mobility challenges, Cognitive disabilities for young and adults clients. I used to dropped them off at Day Program, take them to outings and events, shopping, walking, recreational parks...
5.0
"Experienced and professional. Will hire all the time"

Peter C.

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Alma J.


Danville, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I Have Experience in California In Care for Babies and Kids and Adult

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Alma. I have 7 years of experience in care, babies and kids. I have one girl 6 years, I love babies and kids, I have good references. I have experience in adult 65+ .
5.0
"Alma worked with us caring for our three children. She was caring and sensitive as well as willing to learn about our autistic sons needs. We have twin boys and a daughter and she was TERRIFIC! The kids love her."

Bridgette B.

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Aneti L.


Oakland, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been doing special care need care for 10years and up. Have been working with different patients.
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Silvia H.


Alamo, CA

$35-40/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been working for an elderly couple, both with dementia, and it has taught me so much, I love doing this job. I do everything I can for them. I really like to interact with them and do activities with the elderly. I love to cook fresh meals every day. I also provide care for a physically disabled person. I provided care...
Silvia can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We hired Sylvia to work with my husband who was disabled from a long illness and then knee replacements. She worked on his exercises with him during recovery. We loved having Sylvia work with him, she was a bright spot in the day and was empathetic,but also...

Lenny R.

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Kalisi T.


Palo Alto, CA

$48/hr10 yrs exp

Hard Working

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced caregiver bringing 15 year's of dedicated patient caring for elderly and disabled patients, live- in and patients visit providing focused, dedicated care to all patients , valid driver's license and clean driving record. patients care and well-being include healthcare, tracheostomy, bowel stimulation, suction...
Kalisi can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, errands & more
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CNA

5.0
"Kalisi was a true godsend, helping me with my medical and household needs while my husband was recovering from a serious back injury. She quickly learned how to deep-suction my trachea, change my colostomy bag, and flush my nephrostomy tube. She helped in many...

Natalie W.

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Maata S.


Union City, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated caregiver experienced in working with disabled patients. Committed to improving overall patient wellbeing and health through personal care and energetic engagement. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living
Maata can also help with: Errands, companionship, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"She's a very hard working lady and not to mention being punctual. She loved my mother as her own. I would like to recommend her to take care of your love ones."

Mary M.

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Jocelyn C.


Oakland, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

3.0

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Parents, if you are looking for a teacher/childcare provider to provide quality care & education for your kids, you landed in the right place. I am here to partner with you to raise your children! I have associate degrees in child development & childhood education, and certifications in infant & toddler specialist, and...
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Atelaite K.


Palo Alto, CA

$28-50/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Eldercare/Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My Experience Includes: -More than 30 years of experience as an Eldercare / caregiver. -Patients with ailments that vary from Cancer, MS , Dementia, Parkinson, Neurological Disorders, Physical disabilities, hip-replacement, Alzheimer's, mental disorders, high-blood pressure, etc. -Most patients I cared for averaged between few...
Atelaite can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Just hired and she is wonderful with mom already."

Bruna S.

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Ana Isabel P.


Milpitas, CA

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Private Caregiver And IHSS Provider

have more 10 years experience and I have excellent references from my clients and extensive experience in caring for people with special needs. I work privately and through the IHSS government program. If providing services to couples, the payment is double. Furthermore, I can help with complex cases permitted in the residence....
Ana Isabel can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, errands & more
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Kathrine U.


Fremont, CA

$8-50/hr10 yrs exp

Kath U From CA

I have a proven experience working as a Care provider (Elders, infants, and toddlers) / Nanny with several families for my previous employment. I had the pleasure of working and assisting children with special needs. I prepared myself by participating in certification programs and trainings to further my knowledge experience in...
Kathrine can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Hermila S.


San Jose, CA

$24-29/hr10 yrs exp

I have a strong background in childcare and education, starting with running my own child care business for 5 years before dedicating 24 years as a paraeducator for special needs children in the Evergreen School District, Santa Clara County. I am committed to child safety, and well-being is reinforced by my CPR/AED...
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Francisca U.


Palo Alto, CA

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

Attention to Disorder

I was 2 1/ 2 working with a new born baby until 2 1/2 yrs in Menlo Park. Following his routine of breakfast diapers low sugar food . Going to park, music class. Bath time . reading time.
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Maria C.


Danville, CA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Maria and I currently work as a nanny for a 14-month-old and a 4-year-old. I have experience as a caregiver for 5 years with baby twins, toddlers and teenagers, and kids/adults with special needs. I consider myself as a very sweet, responsible, patient, thoughtful woman and a good planner. I am certified in...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Pleasanton, CA

Jill R.

5.0

Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful and pays attention to detail. She...

- Bart S.

Raquel G.

5.0

I hired Raquel initially to accompany my 5 year old son who is autistic to summer camp. I was afraid it was going to be a rough transition for him to go from his regular classroom to a new setting. But Raquel really did such an amazing job at helping him transition and adapt to his new environment....

- Alexandra V.

Lakeisha S.

4.0

Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged him and quickly form trusted and supporting bond. She is trustworthy and she became part of the fabric of our home life and outside activities for...

- Donald W.

Rubie C.

5.0

Rubie cared for my severely disabled 20 year old daughter. She bathed, toileted, fed, administered medication, g-tube, pulmonary hygiene as well as drove her to her activities and college classes. Rubie was always on time. She was reliable, caring, compassionate, responsible and communicated well....

- Elizabeth B.

Joan M.

5.0

I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still work with Joan and plan to continue doing so in the future whenever possible.

- Ayisha B.

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