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Emily C.


Akron, PA

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

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I have cared for two people professionally with challenges deafness with cochlear implants, and a mitochondrial disease. I can also cared for someone with Down syndrome and someone with autism spectrum disorder. I think everyone should be treated the same in some ways and I love showing people with disorders that there is...
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Melissa K.


Ephrata, PA

$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Certified DSP

5.0

(1)

Hello! I'm Melissa from Ephrata, in Lancaster County. I am a PA Certified Direct Support Aide. I have 4 years experience working with special needs a and over 20 years experience working as a Caregiver. My schedule is flexible and I look forward to hearing from you to discuss your current needs. Thank you
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Francis M.


Ephrata, PA

$18-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

Child Development Expert

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a committed Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) with aspirations to become an (RBT) Registered Behavior Technician. Impacting young lives as a therapist has been profoundly rewarding. I thrive when working with supportive, kind-hearted families who prioritize their children. Specializing in special needs, I completed a Child...
Francis can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Francis was and still is spectacular with our young ones. She exhibits an amazing amount of patience, peace and understanding. She's even great when it comes to helping out with homework. In one instance she was able to help our child study for a test she was...

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Caroline L.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree with past experience in direct patient care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments and Hospice care. I also have experience in patients with dementia and have worked as a RN Supervisor in long term care. Currently, I am looking to use my experience and compassion to help...
5.0
"I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks...

Kari W.

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Lydia F.


Lititz, PA

$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an enthusiastic, committed, young woman who has experience with in home child care ages newborn to teens including special needs (Autism and Asperger's). I have a Bachelors in Psychology and am completing my Masters in Counseling. I am currently working with children as a social worker for a local foster care agency. I love...
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
"My 3 kids (10, 8 & 3) LOVE Lydia! She is loving, gentle and is always ready to play with them. I also appreciate her stern (but gentle) way of making sure they obey her and they follow what I have asked of her. She's on time, responds to me in a timely manner...

Brandi D.

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Olivia Q.


Ephrata, PA

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Future Teacher

4.2

(5)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Olivia, I'm 22, I just graduated college at Millersville University with get my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education. I've been working with kids as a babysitter/nanny for as long as I can remember and helping them succeed in life and be the best they can be is always what I strive for when working with kids, I have...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"So glad we found Olivia. She is fantastic with our son. Smooth communication and a joy to have in our home. Highly recommended. "

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Mirtelina I.


Lancaster, PA

$25-27/hr • 9 yrs exp

Loving & Caring Experienced Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi Parents! I love being around children and make them happy when they are under my care. Overall, I have experience caring for multiple children (twins), all ages, and children with special needs. I am a happy, loving, respectful and responsible nanny/babysitter looking for two part time jobs or a full time job with some...
Mirtelina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mirte is so great with my kids and is very reliable. My kids can't wait until she comes over! She keeps the house tidy. And she keeps us well informed on how their day was and what they did during the day. I highly recommend her!"

Jessie S.

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Jesse C.


Lancaster, PA

$22-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hello. My name is Jesse and I am a 41-year-old male with over 3 years of experience working with a Senior with special needs in a home setting. My care included feeding, bathing, and helping administer his medication. The individual I cared for suffered from a stroke and was confined to a bed and a motorized wheelchair, so bed...
Jesse can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

I am a certified nursing assistant. I have many years experience with infants to senior citizens. I have baby sat many children of my friends and all my nieces and nephews. My oldest nephew is 20 so I have a lot of experience with kids. I have 4 years experience with senior citizens and as a cna/rna.
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Sarah G.


Lancaster, PA

$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/nanny/special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sarah and I am 32 years old! My current family is moving to Philadelphia this summer so I am looking for a new wonderful family to work with/for! I am looking for a full time or part time nanny position! I will give you some background information to see if I would be a good fit for you and your child! I...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Raya B.


Leola, PA

$14-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Reliable Sitter

I have grown up raising my six younger siblings and doing chores and shopping for my parents. I can help with school work, cleaning, arts and crafts and whatever else is needed. I have my license and a car with insurance. I have been certified in lifeguarding, AED, CPR, first aid, and Heimlich maneuver but this does need...
Raya can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jesse C.


Lancaster, PA

$22-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

I have over 5 years of combined experience working in different health care settings including live-in private care, groups homes, and caregiving agencies. I am a certified CNA and have had many ongoing hours of training in the field. I have worked as a personal caregiver for individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cognitive, and...
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Nancy B.


Lititz, PA

$10-15/hr • 20 yrs exp

After Retiring From Nursing I Am Looking For Work To Continue Serving Children And Their Families.

I am a retired neonatal pediatric nurse with 45 years experience in critical care and homecare settings. My nursing experience includes work with special needs respiratory, cardiac, GI feedings, neurological and child development in children of all ages. My personal experience raising four sons and a daughter and with 15...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Tonya M.


East Earl, PA

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi I'm Tonya :)

I have worked with children for about 10 years now. It started with baby sitting then I graduated high school with my early childhood education certificate. I moved on to a daycare where I learned how to care for children and keep the kiddos happy and safe. I nannied for a family of 2 boys where 1 boy was diagnosed with autism...
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Cheryl H.


Lititz, PA

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Compassionate, Dependable, Experienced Caregiver Looking for Someone to Take Care Of.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a primary caregiver to a woman with MS for over 15 years. I am now with a referral agency and take care of mostly elderly and special need clients. I very much enjoy what I do and I treat your family like they are my own. I have some medical experience with certain issues. I've dealt with feeding tubes, catheters,...
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Wendy A.


East Earl, PA

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caregiver/home Health Aide

I am a caregiver who is passionate about meeting the individual needs of my clients and their families. I work hard to ensure that care of the home (cooking and housekeeping) and personal care are completed effectively and respectfully. The best part of the job for me is the personal connection. Making someone smile, reminding...
Wendy can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, respite care, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jodie M.


Denver, PA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a mother to three adult children. I have worked with special needs children in the local school district. I also spent 4 years working as a family based therapist and currently work as a school based outpatient therapist and am an LPC.
Jodie can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Morgan A G.


New Holland, PA

$13-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator!

Hello! My name is Morgan! I am a mother of 2 very busy toddler girls and looking to help create fun for some other very busy kids! I currently work in a daycare setting while I am finishing my CDA certification. I have 10+ years of experience everywhere between infant care, teen care, emotional support, autistic support, special...
Morgan A can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Nancy K.


Lancaster, PA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fulltime Caregiver

I have been a care giver for more than 20 years. I have experience working at home, nursing home and hospital settings. I love caring for people who need help in their daily needs. I am currently working at UPMC litiz hospital and looking for a 1:1 job. I am well experienced and love my job. You will never regret if you give me...
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Megan S.


Lititz, PA

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Singing Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

21yr old nursing student available for occasional night out or early morning childcare or elderly care job. CPR and first aid certified. Able to work weekends and weekdays, as needed. Experience with ages infant through 13. Experience as a medication technician and geriatric PCA. Up to 5 kids. Can provide a background check. Has...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Akron, PA

Francis M.

5.0

We hired Francis for a work event at a hotel, and she was absolutely fantastic! Her communication was clear and prompt from the start, and she was very reliable. As soon as she met the kids, I could tell she was going to be amazing with them. Don’t hesitate to book her—she’s truly wonderful!

- Care member

Caroline L.

5.0

I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks include assistance with transfers using...

- Kari W.

Lydia F.

5.0

Lydia was phenomenal! Our 3 kids (6, 3, and 16mon) easily warmed to her sweet and engaging personality. She was punctual, asked all the right questions, and wanted everything done to my liking. The kids have already asked when she is coming back! We'll definitely have her back In the future!

- Jaime L.

Olivia Q.

5.0

So glad we found Olivia. She is fantastic with our son. Smooth communication and a joy to have in our home. Highly recommended.

- Care member

Mirtelina I.

5.0

Wonderful with kids. Bilingual. My children love her and still ask for her. She keeps a journal of what kids did throughout day. She spends time with them and plays with them, constantly active with them.

- Kelvin L.

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