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Find special needs caregivers in Altadena, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Altadena, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Altadena, CA

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Laura C.


Altadena, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Personal Assistant/Nanny, Assisting A Boy With ADHD/OCD With School And Activitivities.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had a long career in Entertainment in Events and Marketing and after loosing my husband to cancer, transitioned to part time work to have flexibility in raising my two children. I do Personal Assisting, and one of my duties with one family is on line with their ADHD/OCD child for his studies in 7th grade. I have always...
5.0
"Laura is amazing. She is experienced, tireless and dedicated."

Ken Y.

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Hannah S.


Altadena, CA

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

In- Home Caretaker!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very passionate about my job as a special needs caregiver. My work experience has so far only been with children and teens, however I am CNA -certified to take care of older adults as well. I enjoy helping people live their lives to the fullest. I have two years experience at my current job where I do all the basic care...
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Wendy O.


Altadena, CA

$22-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hi, My name is Wendy . I have been in childcare for over 9 years. From infant - toddler- and preschool yea her to nanny/ babysitter. I have worked with children with speech delay, autism. I believe it's a team effort and dedication to help our children. I love creating appropriate curriculum to promote their development in...
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Ashleigh D.


Altadena, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! With over 10 years of experience, I specialize in providing attentive and compassionate care for all ages, including individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. My approach blends patience, reliability and creativity to foster a supervised, safe, and enjoyable atmosphere. I hope to hear from you!
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Griselda S.


Altadena, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

I have no experience with children the have special needs. I am interested in learning how to take care of a special needed children.
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Mariah G.


Altadena, CA

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver And Nanny

Mariah is a dedicated and dependable nanny with over 8 years of experience throughout Los Angeles. Her background includes four years as an in-home caregiver, two years in child daycares, and two years as a family assistant. She holds a B. S. in Public Health with a minor in Childhood and Adolescent Development. Mariah has...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hannah S.


Altadena, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hannah LVN

Hi there! My name is Hannah and I have extensive experience in at home care especially with elderly patients, and children with special needs. I became a CNA in 2012 and Licensed Vocational Nurse in 2017. I am very patient, kind, and responsive to the needs of my clients and their families.
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Kristina B.


Pasadena, CA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Kristi P.

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Loving nanny looking to connect with families in their homes! Over 10 years of experience working with children and 6 years working with children in a professional environment. Experience with children from newborns to teenagers. Experience with differently abled children and children with special needs. Comfortable tutoring in...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Very in tune with my 2 kids different personalities and ideas of fun. Super reliable and overall a joyful addition to our family. We absolutely adore her and you will too"

Care member

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Alexyss H.


Alhambra, CA

$40-45/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have a special place in my heart for those who have special needs. I have worked for 2. 5 years with children who have special needs at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes. This, coupled with my experience as a nanny makes me a great match! I have worked with children on the Autism Spectrum, with dyslexia and other learning...
5.0
"Alexyss is kind, caring, empathetic and compassionate. She truly cares about every child she works with and makes it a point to get to know them each personally! She is extremely patient and has an extensive amount of tools in her tool belt to provide the best care...

Maria E.

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Samantha B.


Arcadia, CA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Supporter For Those With Higher Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there, I understand how important it is to have someone who you can trust to care for your loved one so that you can have some time to refresh and rejuvinate, and I hope I can be that person for you. I spent 5 1/2 years working as a direct support professional with adults and children with disabilities. I loved this job,...
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Lizeth R.


Glendale, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Realiable, Caring Person

I have 18 years of experience. I can help with caregiving and companionship. I started working as a caregiver with special needs adults since I was 21 years old since then I've been doing different cases. I also have worked for Easterseals in past and I enjoyed doing it. I'am a responsible, loving, caring and kind person. I will...
Lizeth can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"My mom just passed away, and Lizeth was with her for the last year. My mom needed care 24/7, and Lizeth really put her all into caring for her. She was absolutely wonderful. She managed medications, dementia, agitation, diaper changing, transfers with the Hoyer...

Jennifer S.

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Hebe V.


Los Angeles, CA

$10-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Have been an activity instructor and caretaker for clients with MS, Down's Syndrome, Asperger's, Autism, and advanced Dementia. References available upon request.
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Maria C.


Montrose, CA

$45-55/hr10 yrs exp

NCS

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Over 20 years of childcare experience. NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST. Over 6 years of teaching experience. CPR/First Aid Certified. Trust line Registered. Advanced Trained and Certified Newborn Care Specialist. Sleep training Parent educator. Registered and Member of The NCSA. BIO: Hi moms and dads,...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CNA

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My husband and I hired Maria as a night nanny when my son was around 3 weeks old. Having help a couple nights a week saved us during those first couple months of parenthood. Maria also had lots of tips for new parents and I'm certain her advice helped us develop...

Lauren C.

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Cicely J.


Pasadena, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a CNA since 1997, went to nursing school for my RN but changed my course and went into holistic healing. I am a Certified Reiki Practitioner and certified in Sound healing. I have experience with Alzheimer, ALS, PLS, Stroke, Developmental disabilities, nonverbal clients, Hospice, Dementia, sundowners, mental...
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Geneva N.


San Gabriel, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Direct Support Professional

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in medical and behavioral homes as a DSP (Direct Support Professional). I'm a friendly person and easy to get along with. I have a lot patience and I am good at understanding people's needs. I stay professional and stay focused at work. I am 30 years old. I have experience working with all kinds of people from...
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Tara M.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving-Active Nanny :)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I've been a nanny for 10+ years ranging from newborns to all aged teens. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and am a behavioral therapist so have worked extensively with children and adults with special needs. I'm very active, love to have fun and also a certified kids yoga teacher!
Tara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tara was extremely caring and gentle with our 8 week old. She helped get him on a schedule early on, which is great, and was very in tune with his needs. Tara also helped out around the house with dishes, laundry and light cleaning. She also pitched in to help with...

Kiersten F.

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Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full, Part Time Or Live In Senior Caregiver

I have over 20 years of experience taking care of elderly people with different types of disabilities. I am CPR certified and have experience providing prescription medications, doing physical therapy, cooking and feeding meals, driving to doctors appointments, among other tasks. I understand what it takes to assist a person...
Martha Isabel can also help with: Visiting physician, live-in home care, home modification, personal care
5.0
"Martha is a kind and wonderful person, very conscientious. My kids loved her. She worked for us for years. She played with them and engaged them and got them to laugh. She is also very tidy and efficient around the house. Very punctual, has own transportation, I...

Denise D.

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Jordan K.


Arcadia, CA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time Care In Home, At A Business, All Ages, All Needs

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My passion is to care for children at all ages. I have been caring for children for 13 years. From '05- current I have worked with all ages in the church, from '13-'16 I worked with elementary aged students in an afterschool program, from '14-'16 I worked with infants and toddlers in the foster care system, from '16-'18 I taught...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jordan was the most amazing nanny! I was so sad to lose her when she moved away, we would have loved to keep her for as long as she wanted to be here! She's everything you could want in a nanny and more! She predicts what might be helpful and does it, which is...

Jodie S.

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Rosina G.


Pasadena, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Credentialed Teacher

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for 18 years, including babysitting and teaching in schools. I have experience with children of all ages, and am comfortable taking care of children with any/all special needs. Currently, I am a dance teacher with an English Credential and P. E. Credential. I completed my M. Ed. at UCLA, and...
Rosina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"We had Rosina watch our seven-month-old daughter and will be using her for as long as she is available! Our daughter loved spending time with her and Rosina is always so responsive and dependable. Highly recommend working with her!"

Daniel K.

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Sergio R.


Pasadena, CA

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Male Caregiver/Driver/Personal Assistant Available In Pasadena

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a nurse for over 3 decades and currently working a few days a week with an active Quadriplegic providing bowel program, dressing and bathing and also assisting with IV home antibiotic therapy. I most recently worked full time caring for a Quadriplegic actor/writer/comedian who taught me a lot. I am aware of the...
5.0
"Sergio has been a part-time caregiver for me for over a year. I'm a C6-7 quad and initially hired Sergio to be my daily assistant while my wife recovered from shoulder surgery. Since her recovery we have continued to employ Sergio 2/week to take some of the load...

John B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Altadena, CA

Laura C.

5.0

Laura is amazing. She is experienced, tireless and dedicated.

- Ken Y.

Kristina B.

5.0

Kristina loves our cats and they love her! Very responsible and responsive!

- Care member

Alexyss H.

5.0

Alexyss is kind, caring, empathetic and compassionate. She truly cares about every child she works with and makes it a point to get to know them each personally! She is extremely patient and has an extensive amount of tools in her tool belt to provide the best care for kids of all ages. After having...

- Maria E.

Lizeth R.

5.0

My mom just passed away, and Lizeth was with her for the last year. My mom needed care 24/7, and Lizeth really put her all into caring for her. She was absolutely wonderful. She managed medications, dementia, agitation, diaper changing, transfers with the Hoyer lift, blood sugar monitoring, vitals,...

- Jennifer S.

Maria C.

5.0

My husband and I hired Maria as a night nanny when my son was around 3 weeks old. Having help a couple nights a week saved us during those first couple months of parenthood. Maria also had lots of tips for new parents and I'm certain her advice helped us develop good sleeping habits for our soon...

- Lauren C.

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