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Special needs caregivers in Aliso Viejo, CA

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Annabelle B.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

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My heart is very close to those people who have disabilities because I, personally have a sister that has a disability. It is a challenging job but its all worth it knowing that those people will met their daily needs and function as normal individual as well. So, send me a message and let's start from there. Annabelle-
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Maria C.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Nurse With Experince

Hello I have experience as licensed nurse for 10+ years, caring for infants to elderly, and also as a caregiver for seniors. I am also a post op specialist, I provide wound care, ambulation, dressing changes, assistance with bathing and grooming, monitoring for signs of complications
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Shoreh F.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Can Take Care Of Any Child With Learning Or Behavioral Challenges Including Autism.

I am an experienced, caring and loving childcare provider. I have years of experienced working with children with special needs, DD, ED and autism spectrum.
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Marcos L.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

I am here for your family and will always do my best to care and nurture your loved one in many task. I am a EMT.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Kids are such a joy to be around and I truly cherish being around them. I enjoy art, music, swimming, playing games and learning and would be happy to do that with your children. I truly believe in being interactive with kids. I'm not there to just sit and watch them but to create an engaging environment for them. I'm also...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have worked for 7+ years caring for children, either as a babysitter, nanny, live-in au pair, after-school program leader, or Sunday school teacher at my church. I love to provide a safe and easy transition for kids who aren't yet sure about being away from their parents as someone who wants to enter the child development...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Shawn W.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hi, my name is Shawn. I'm 32 years old and have been a caregiver for years and I have excellent references from this website. I currently work at an Elementary School and I worked at a middle school before that. I have three years of experience working with all age groups with special needs. I'm CPR certified and CPI trained....
Shawn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
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Crystal D.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced IHSS Provider Offering Reliable Family And Pet Care

Hello! I'm a compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience working with older adults, children, and special needs individuals, including those with ASD. As an IHSS provider and mother to a teenager with ASD, I understand the unique needs of families and bring a nurturing approach to every family I assist. What I...
Crystal can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, errands, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

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Mary B.


Aliso Viejo, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthy, Patient & Attentive Part-time Caregiver

Whether it be you or your loved one, I'm 100% devoted to your care and well-being. As a Certified Nurse's Assistant (25+ years) I've worked with the injured, autistic, special needs and elderly. Along with being attentive, patient and trustworthy, I'm hardworking, well-versed & articulate. My friends describe me as outgoing,...
Mary can also help with: Hospice services, visiting nurse, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$30-51/hr10 yrs exp

Newport Mama/Grandmother

5.0

(4)

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 2 adult children and one teenager, as well as a new grandmother. I love caring for both children and adults and they usually take to me quickly. As a retired interior designer/stager/home organizer I also am well versed in caring for a home. My daughter has moderate visual and neurological impairments so I'm able...
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great at organization and making spaces more manageable! Would love to work with her again"

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mama Bear

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My middle daughter has visual and neurological deficits and my youngest has Asperger's, giving me 28 years of experience with children with special needs.
5.0
"Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent questions, and insists on doing tasks herself so she learns...

Richard B.

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Aileen

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Looking for part time Monday-Friday. I currently work with children and have years of experience at a school with children with special needs. I'm very loyal, patient, and kind. I have experience with health and fitness so I'm very active.
Aileen can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely thoughtful and loving! She is: Trustworthy, Efficient, loyal, dependable, honest, hard working, & multitasking is her...

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Haley H.


Dana Point, CA

$28-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/nanny Looking For A Full Time Job.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Haley! I'm really passionate about working with children. I've nannied on & off for over 8 years- toddlers, teenagers & every age in between. I was born & raised in Dana Point, CA. I love the beach, art, music, cooking, and overall I love being a helper! I'm gentle, kind, nurturing & playful in my approach...
Haley can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Haley was a very kind an patient nanny with our two energetic kiddos. The kids always had fun with her. She was flexible and above all caring."

Laura E.

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Megan Q.


Newport Beach, CA

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Megan and I am a 3rd year graduate student at Chapman University working towards my doctorate in physical therapy. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Oregon with a degree in Human Physiology and a minor in Spanish. I have 2 years of experience working with children with special needs at Rise...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"It was great to have Megan babysit our daughter. She had a great time and was cared for well."

Shane M.

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Guadalupe H.


Laguna Beach, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

I love what I do and I have a lot of patience for people. I loving giving my clients the opportunity to make their own decisions but in safe way. I like to make them feel good and encourage them. I'm very outgoing and like the outdoors .
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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a...

Shannon F.

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$24/hr2 yrs exp

Today Is A Good Day For Someone To Care.

I'd describe my personality as loyal sensitive responsible I like caring for seniors because I think they need to feel that people are here for them and they are not alone. I'm looking for a job that I can help others and make their day a little easier knowing someone can help when needed I started caring for seniors...
Aileen can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged."

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Ciara F.


Irvine, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate And Caring Nanny And Doula

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have held 3 long-term nanny jobs, most recently was a live-in of almost 5 years, with 2 children. Before the most recent family, I was with a family of 4 children for 4. 5 years. I still have a fantastic relationship with all families I have worked for, whom I always refer you to for references. I have a BS in Child...
Ciara can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We recently hired Ciara to care for our two boys. She is caring. She does small things that shows she cares about kids, like special activities, being creative in getting my two year old to eat his dinner, and sending updates while this mom is at work. I would...

Jennifer R.

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Babysitter Available Weekends And Some Weekdays

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Recent graduate student. However, I had many years of taking care of special needs since my sister is special needs. I was also the leader of the children's department at my church where I was responsible for helping and teaching them various skills they needed in school. throughout my life, I have been part of various outreach...
Marina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids....

Tiffany S.

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Fun, Reliable, Dependable Sitter/nanny

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...
Carri can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I was looking for someone with a lot of experience as my child's first sitter. Carri is so loving, sweet, warm, and incredibly generous. She loves my baby like her own grand baby and I know he's in capable hands with her. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Aliso Viejo, CA

Carolyn M.

5.0

Carolyn was the best sitter for our 6 month old baby. She is so kind and friendly. She immediately got down on the floor and played with our son. He loved her! We will definitely contact her again!

- Hallie S.

Carolyn M.

5.0

Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent questions, and insists on doing tasks herself so she learns quickly. She will take on any...

- Richard B.

Aileen R.

5.0

5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely thoughtful and loving! She is: Trustworthy, Efficient, loyal, dependable, honest, hard working, & multitasking is her specialty. Honestly I don’t think...

- Care member

Haley H.

5.0

Haley was a very kind an patient nanny with our two energetic kiddos. The kids always had fun with her. She was flexible and above all caring.

- Laura E.

Megan Q.

5.0

Megan is outstanding with our 14-month-old, keeping her engaged and happy with activities. Her excellent communication and care made us feel completely at ease.

- Bethany S.

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