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This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did!

Review for Elizabeth W. by Jackie R.

Heather assisted in my husbands care for about a year and a half. Her caring nature, sense of humor, ability to problem solve issues was

Review for Heather D. by Julie B.

Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic,

Review for Kayla B. by Jean R.

Special needs adult care in Smithfield, VA

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Janet C.


Smithfield, VA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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I took cared of a senior female who was no longer able to drive a car. I took her out to lunch every day and we sat and talked. After lunch we went back to her house and I did some light housework, then we watched Law and Order until it was time to go home. I worked eight years with special need children in the school system,...
Janet can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation, personal care
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Cheryl C.


Smithfield, VA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time CNA PCA

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience caring for individuals in the comfort of their own home. I assist with everyday needs such as dressing, bathing, providing medicine, meal prep/cooking, mobility assistance, grocery shopping, accompanying during errands and doctors appointments, providing...
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Elizabeth W.


Windsor, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time - Full-time Depending On Which Days/hours During The Week/weekend Senior Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Mother of 3 boys. I enjoy helping people big, small, young and young at heart. I have experience with youngsters from my own and in my younger years. My more recent care experience is with more aged individuals for the last 12 years. I've worked with Long term care, Hospice, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special needs, Skilled/Therapy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She...

Jackie R.

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Raechel H.


Windsor, VA

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, I am 24 years old and I have been in health care since I was 17. I enjoy helping others and I treat my clients like my family! I am emt certified and have had many years of assisting people with many different types of disabilities. I am available every day and would love to help your family in any way I can!
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Heather D.


Yorktown, VA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Everyone Should Be Treated Like Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nurse for 10+ years and most of my work has been with elderly, pediatric, and special needs families. I myself have a grandfather who is 100 years old, and want nothing but the best for him. I may not be able to help care for him (since he is out of state with my parents) but I can help care for your loved ones. I...
Heather can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, respite care, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

5.0
"Heather was an absolute gift from the Lord to my family in the final weeks of our Mother's care. We needed her nursing skills, her heart and compassion for those in her care, and her genuine kindness in our home. She was above professional standards that we were...

Ann S.

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Kayla B.


Williamsburg, VA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Three A's: Attentive, Active, And Accepting!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have over 5 years of experience (volunteer and paid) looking after children and adults with varying disabilities. I also know basic sign language (such as sit, eat, wait, thank you, etc.). I have experience with in-home care and in community settings with individuals and groups! I know how important experience and trust...
5.0
"Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic, honest, and takes initiative. Kayla follows instructions, asks good questions, and is a good communicator. I trust her completely...

Jean R.

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Lakeshia P.


Portsmouth, VA

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

I JUST MOVED TO Virginia!! Have you ever thought to yourself "I wish I had a reliable babysitter who doesn't charge a arm and leg." No worries, I'm here to assist! My #1 passion is helping others and #2 is being around kids. Combine those two and you have an extremely hard working- fun filled individual. My services are done...
5.0
"Lakeshia BN) was very professional and stayed in touch with me via text to let me know that my daughter was doing well throughout the day. She was so genuine and a true natural with children. Definitely going to hire her again."

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Sakinah A.


Newport News, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant For In Home Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sakinah. I am a certified nursing assistant with over 20 years of experience. I am pleasant, polite, loving, caring, patient, trustworthy, respectful and empathetic. I have a positive assertive attitude and the ability to remain calm during stressful and unpleasant situations. I am passionate about caring for...
Sakinah can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Sakinah really helped me in a pinch. She is very experienced and has great personality."

Valerie J.

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"My spouse is not Senior he is only 50 but double amputee and needs assistance. Wendy is great with him. She drives him to appointments, shopping or wherever he needs to go. She also helps me with chores."

Helen S.

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Anita S.


Newport News, VA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several years in assistance with Special needs patients. I'm Caring, Compassionate, and willing to learn your way of attending your loved one. My extensive background includes, working in healthcare, and pharmacy. I assist with daily ADL's Bathing, Dressing, Feeding. I also, do light meals, Dr. visits, errands, etc.
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Jennifer E.


Newport News, VA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

38 Year Old, Experienced Caregiver

I remember as a young child going out to dinner with my parents on a Friday night, as we often did. I would always notice this one elderly man sitting off to the side eating his dinner quietly... alone. I constantly glanced over in his direction trying to make sure he was okay and his needs were being met during his dinner out....
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, dementia, home modification, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
5.0
"She is wonderful! Always happy and is ready To do anything that's needed. And Jennifer is a great cook too!"

Pam S.

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Kendra H.


Newport News, VA

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable CNA

I have 10+ years of nursing experience. I can help with Transportation Services, Dementia and Intellectual development disability individuals. I asssist. residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming. I'm very reliable, service-focused...
Kendra can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Loving, Caring, and always want to help "

Care member

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Tysean M.


Hampton, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Male Personal Care Aide

I have been doing home care for quite some time now. I have been working for my grandparents and great grandparents. As a Personal Care Aide I have worked for agencies . I'm currently working at a Group home for Adults with mental health and intellectual disabilities.
Tysean can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I loved that he was always eager to work and even more eager to learn the steps and protocols of the job. I had an amazing experience with Tysean I can honestly say it was a pleasure and also a breath of fresh air I was not only pleased with his service but I was...

Care member

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Shandoria B.


Hampton, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

More Than Just A Friendly Face

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nursing assistant for over 10 years . I have had experience in private duty home care , group homes working with adults with mental and intellectual disabilities as well as senior care working with aging seniors and all the health issues that may come with aging including Dementia and Alzheimer's...
Shandoria can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Shandoria took care of my mom before she died. We went through a lot of caretakers before I found her, wish I would have found her sooner. She was very thorough, patient, and I sometimes went above her duties to help our family. I would definitely use her again in...

tonya H.

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Amanda G.


Hampton, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 30 years experience in bed side nursing. I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living, hospice environments, private duty, and hospitals. My specialty is geriatrics patients. I've worked with dementia and Parkinson's patients. I've taken care of those who have also had physical disabilities and mentally challenged. I...
Amanda can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Amanda helped our family with our senior father. She did a great job and my dad loved having her there. I would recommend her for any type of health care. Thank you Amanda for helping us The L family"

Lori L.

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Resse V.


Newport News, VA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Heavenly Angel

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 20+ years of experience in home health care, hospice, special needs and CPR/first Aide certified. I have been blessed enough to work with all types of ailments and to name a few, dementia, Alzheimer and ALS. I am very passionate about the care I give to my clients, always willing to go the extra mile. I worked in...
Resse can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Resse is a godsend! She is endlessly cheerful, compassionate, and so incredibly helpful. My father enjoys her company and when she's there, I know he's safe and well taken care of and his home is in order. I don't know what I'd do without her!"

Al H.

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Michelle S.


Suffolk, VA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Smiley Face, Loving And Sweet And Passionate Of What I Do

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I do believe my calling is to make others lives meaningful, creating happiness and touch others lives. I love to take care of people and based on my experiences , I give dignity, respect and value of what I do in life. I work in my entire life taking care of others people lives. Give any good references. I worked as DSP II for...
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Michelle worked for my 91 year old mother (who has dementia) for about 4-5 months in Virginia Beach. She is an extremely dependable, honest and knowledgeable CNA who has a great enthusiastic, upbeat personality. My mom really enjoyed her company and she was very...

Miriam H.

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Deon S.


Newport News, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated compassionate, reliable, caring caregiver with 15 years of experience working with patients committed to overall patient well-being and help through personal care and energetic engagement skilled in assisting patients with daily living
5.0
"Deon could not schedule to work with 100 year old mother, but she did give a lead for someone else. She was very nice about it. We wanted to hire her."

Kevin G.

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Samantha L.


Portsmouth, VA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Married my high school sweetheart in March of 2020. Together we have 1 dog, & a little girl born in June 22'. My husband's active duty Navy, currently stationed out of Norfolk, VA. I grew up with a open heart and mind for those with special needs as my sister has autism. I received two years of hands-on experience in a Sped...
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Sharon R.


Portsmouth, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and Loving Special Needs Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate that "every" person "needs" to be treated with respect and as an "individual". I have been in the Social Work field for most of my life, starting as a teenage volunteer at Christiana Hospital. I love and appreciate the opportunity to be part of a team to help individuals with special needs. Health and safety are...
5.0
"Sharon goes above and beyond to compassionately care for her clients. I have complete confidence in her abilities and would happily recommend her to anyone with a loved one with cognitive impairment."

Sharri K.

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