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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Altadena, CA
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in Altadena, CA
Laura C.
Altadena, CA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Personal Assistant/Nanny, Assisting A Boy With ADHD/OCD With School And Activitivities.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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...
Wendy O.
Altadena, CA
$22-30/hr • 9 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...
Ashleigh D.
Altadena, CA
$30-50/hr • 10 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!
I have no experience with children the have special needs. I am interested in learning how to take care of a special needed children.
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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & 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.
Hebe V.
Los Angeles, CA
$17-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(9)
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, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Maria is extremely experienced and personable to work with. She is a great listener and will try to help or offer advice in every way possible. As first time parents, we had no clue how to set up good sleeping habits with our baby and spent countless nights...
Joanna L.
Cicely J.
Pasadena, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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...
4.7
(3)
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, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
5.0
(1)
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, personal care, home modification
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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.
Sergio R.
Pasadena, CA
$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Male Caregiver/Driver/Personal Assistant Available In Pasadena
5.0
(3)
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.
Jerome S.
Glendale, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking For Full Time Care giving Live-In/Live Out What Ever Is Possible
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in a private senior living facility, nursing home, and mostly private care as well. I am well experienced in Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Muscular Dystrophy, Lewy Body disease, minor and major health issues, trauma, and/or accident recovery. I also handled patients who have bipolar disease, hospice and...
5.0
"Jerome is a wonderful caregiver. He is trustworthy, capable and 100% reliable. He cared for my parents through a very traumatic season of life for our family and was supportive, flexible, and more than able to provide the care my parents required. He genuinely...
Patty R.
Jennifer S.
Alhambra, CA
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! studying for my bachelors in child development. I have been working in day care facilities since 2017 with infants, toddlers and teens helping care and transport them on a daily basis. I am CPR, BLS and first aid certified. I have also been an ABA therapist for 2 years now and love working with special needs children. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenny was always punctual and communicative. Our kids loved her and she was always coming up with new activities to play with them. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 6 years of experience caring for seniors and children. I worked as a certified nurse assistant and home health aide for many years before transitioning to child care with special needs. Previously worked for a school district. I have worked for agencies and private in-home care. I am bilingual English and Spanish....
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep, companionship
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Erica is the only caretaker out of many that my mom would have take care of her. She is a hard worker and truly cares for the people she is caring for and also their family. "
Care member
5.0
(23)
Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids of all ages, from preemies, newborn infants, toddlers to teens, multiples, autistic, ADHD and special needs. I am CPR certified, with first aid experience. I am registered with Children Social Service through Trustline. (background checked) This is not just a job this is my career and I love it. I have...
Donna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Donna took care of my son since he was nine months old. She is patient and knowledgeable.She teaches my son a lot. She teaches numbers, alphabet and good behaviors. One thing I noticed when we sent my son to preschool I saw that my son's skill level was ahead of...
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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.
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.
Tara M.
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 our 2 year old when he was around...
- Kiersten F.
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