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Special needs caregivers in Allen Park, MI

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Alana M.


Allen Park, MI

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

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I am a senior at the University of Michigan and love working with kids! As the oldest of 4 and an aspiring pediatric SLP, I been babysitting for over 7 years for a number of families and have taken many courses in education and child development. I have worked as a substitute teacher, behavior technician, and tutor and have...
Alana can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Levita C.


Detroit, MI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Female Health Care Worker Caring For People With Special Needs

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience providing care to adults, teenagers and children who are mentally impaired, developmentally disabled, physically disabled, down syndrome, seizure disorder, ASD, traumatic brain injury and people who have ADHD for the last 25 years. I'm WCLS and MORC trained with medication administration skills as well as CPR...
5.0
"Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our family and I would definitely contact Levita for future needs! "

Nicole R.

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Anthony S.


Trenton, MI

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Mentor And A Friend!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Anthony S and I have 2 years experience as a Behavior Technician at Merakey in Dearborn. I've worked with ages 3-18 years old with kids on the autism spectrum. I've worked to correct behaviors, improve academic performance and social awareness. Fun is at the core of my work philosophy. Success favors the fun...
5.0
"Anthony is a great fit for my 28 year old Special needs young adult son. He is very enthusiastic and has great ideas he brings along from his ABA training. He is currently helping with getting my son back out into the community and providing supervision to help him...

Lee Anne H.

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Kim S.


Romulus, MI

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for children from the ages of newborn to 12 years old. I also have provided after school programming for children from the ages of 13 to 18 years of age. I know that it is important to find reliable trustworthy help to care for your loved ones. I have completed all of my background checks and they are...
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Hanan J.


Dearborn, MI

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working for couple years, I'm a mother I have daughter, I've had more than 7+ years with experience with kids from the age 2 months-26 years old I also cared for handicapped kids and special care kids and special needs and I love kids I'm really interested in child development, On the bright side I love pets, crafts,...
Hanan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"You exceeded my expectations… I am very thankful I received my caregiver for the first time and I couldn't be happier. She is the sweetest thing that I've met in a long time. I just want to say how happy I am and so thankful that I found her because she's gonna...

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Chelsea P.


Taylor, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver

A passionate & reliable private duty caregiver with 10+ years experience in providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disabled individuals. Very knowledgeable in handling a variety of emergency situations. Proven ability to build trusting relationships with clients and their families, and expertise in providing...
5.0
"I have two children under the age of seven. My youngest son is nonverbal autistic so finding someone who is experienced as well as someone I could trust is extremely challenging. Finding Chelsea was the best thing that could’ve happened to my husband and I. It...

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Lauren D.


Melvindale, MI

$15-26/hr7 yrs exp

My Name Is Lauren! I Love Kids I'm Ready To Shape Young Minds Whole Also Having Fun!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm lauren! I have multiple years of experience taking care of kids. (2 professional years) I took care of my sister who is on the spectrum, also I have experience working at a daycare, lastly I monitor special needs students for trinity transportation. Throughout my time in school I had many babysitting opportunities that I...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lauren is a smart, kind and over all a genuine person. I’ve trusted her with my children who are my everything as a single mother and she’s has been so helpful not only to my children but to me ! She is always on time, really interactive with my children and helps...

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I have experience along side my mother and sister for taking care of the elderly, and also those of special needs such as Down syndrome. My mother has been a care taker all her life so I grew up around that type of love and nurture. From taking care of my grand parents when they became ill, to assisting those with Down syndrome...
Audrina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, live-in home care, errands
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Micah C.


Inkster, MI

$12-20/hr

New To The Team And Excited To Be Here

Hello, my name is Micah and I am new to senior care. I have a passion for working with kids and for working with senior people with special needs. Because of these interests, I have taken many training courses. Even though I First Aid and CPR/AED trained and have many VCE certificates issued by the Detriot Wayne Mental Health...
Micah can also help with: Errands, respite care, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services & more
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Moira H.


Detroit, MI

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter For All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a 22-year-old college student and I have 8 years of experience in which I cared for kids of all ages. I have worked with special needs children while also caring for the siblings and pets. I can help with anything you need such as travel, driving, meal prep, homework help, housekeeping, and so on. I am available quite...
Moira can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lydia P.


Detroit, MI

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

I'd describe my personality as happy, loving, nurturing. I like to have fun and watch them grow, help them explore the world, and make positive relationships with each child. I enjoy working with kids because I like to have fun and watch them grow help them explore the world, and make positive relationships with each child I'm...
Lydia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Andrea H.


Dearborn Heights, MI

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, Ambitious Nanny

Hi there! My name is Andrea, I go by Miss Annie. I have been a nanny for the last 5 years. Prior to that I was a teachers aid for special needs children. I have two daughters, ages 13 and 4. I enjoy being outdoors, crafts, music, and cooking. I'm able and willing to do housework, help with homework, run errands, help with pets,...
Andrea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Chelsea P.


Taylor, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional & Passionate Caregiver

Hi there! I'm Chelsea, a passionate & reliable private duty caregiver with 10+ years experience in providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disabled individuals. Very knowledgeable in handling a variety of emergency situations. I have a proven ability to build trusting relationships with clients and their...
Chelsea can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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Christen B.


Wyandotte, MI

$13-30/hr

Social Worker By Day, Caregiver By Evening

CPR/ first aide certified, experience with special needs individuals of all ages, experience with elderly individuals with behavioral challenges, medication administration and Alzheimer's / dementia . I'd be happy to help with meal prep, grocery shopping, and provide companionship. I am a school social worker for a local...
Christen can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, transportation, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

I'm a caregiver because I relish helping children grow and develop. I've cared for children since I was a teenager, and I've loved every minute of it. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I know how to make learning fun. I'm also experienced in caring for children with special needs. I believe that every child deserves a chance...
Kendrea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have been a cna for 7 years. I have experience with dementia lockdown units. I also have experience with special needs adults/kids. I am full of patience, kindness, love, and Jesus. I have a strong work ethic and I take pride in any job. I know that I would be a great asset to any job and I can do whatever is required of me....
Nichole can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Lydia P.


Detroit, MI

$15-20/hr

Special Needs

I have experience with respite care with a child who has cerebral palsy and uses a G-tube. I also have experience with children who have autism and use an ACC device for communication. I also have experience with wheelchairs. I have some experience with ABA, but I may need guidance in that. I have had first aid training, which...
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Adriana D.


Detroit, MI

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

. I took care of my nephew with autism for 4 years. I know how to deal with childhood autism. act delicately. autistic people can be bothered by noise, confusion and breaks in routine. always maintain a calming posture, never agitate
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Easton S.


Detroit, MI

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter, Available Most Hours

Hi! I'm a 24-year-old Detroit resident with one year of experience as a respite worker for special needs children. During my time as a caregiver, I learned creative problem solving skills to get the kids' needs met while keeping them happy and safe. I'm energetic, organized, and will keep your kid entertained while helping out...
Easton can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Crystal J.


Detroit, MI

$16-26/hr1 yrs exp

I'm a Behavior tech for kiddos on the spectrum. I currently have 2 cases, ages 4 and 6. I have some free time this week to spend time with another family. My younger brother is also on the Autism spectrum. I grew up looking for ways to help him communicate his needs. I don't have a degree in the field but I do have some...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Allen Park, MI

Levita C.

5.0

Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our family and I would definitely contact Levita for future needs!

- Nicole R.

Anthony S.

5.0

Anthony is awesome. Dependable, caring, good communicator, willing to learn and flexible. My adult brother who is handicapped needed some care services and Anthony was terrific. I would hire him again in a heartbeat. Two thumbs up. If he says he will be there, he will be there helping and...

- Jeannine K.

Hanan J.

5.0

Hanan followed directions and promptly. She took care of all required needs. She also has an amazing personality and character,easy to communicate with understanding. The kids love her and constantly asking for her.

- Care member

Chelsea P.

5.0

I have two children under the age of seven. My youngest son is nonverbal autistic so finding someone who is experienced as well as someone I could trust is extremely challenging. Finding Chelsea was the best thing that could’ve happened to my husband and I. It takes a special person to connect with...

- Care member

Lauren D.

5.0

Lauren is a smart, kind and over all a genuine person. I’ve trusted her with my children who are my everything as a single mother and she’s has been so helpful not only to my children but to me ! She is always on time, really interactive with my children and helps them grow/ learn every time I hire...

- Care member

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