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Find special needs caregivers in Ashland, VA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ashland, VA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Ashland, VA

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Adrianne R.


Ashland, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of two boys, 22 and 17 years old now. In addition to my personal experience, I have over a decade as a full time nanny to one family and countless independent care jobs throughout the years. I love to get dirty (proud tomboy) and remind myself how great it is to be a kid. I am patient and caring with the right...
Adrianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Adrianne has watched my son a few times and she's always done a great job :)"

Jessica D.

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Ayanna T.


Ashland, VA

$23-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

5.0

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Hi, my name is Ayanna! I am a substitute teacher and current student in a Bachelors Program. I have six years of childcare experience! I enjoy working with kids of all ages, and have experience with special needs such as autism! I am CPR and First Aid certified, a non-smoker, and I have my own vehicle. I have pets of my own and...
Ayanna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We have used Ayanna multiple times to watch our children. The kids love her! She is always on time and full of fun ideas for the kids. "

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Jennifer M.


Henrico, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Career Nanny Available For Evenings And Weekends.!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Jennifer, aka Ms. Jenn, 41yrs old, I've been a professional career nanny for 22+ yrs. I'm experienced with newborns up to teens, as well as with multiples and special needs. **My specialty & preference is newborn!** I'm fully vaccinated & boosted twice, Covid conscious, as well as CPR & first aid certified. I have a good...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jennifer is experienced in child development and has a true passion for children. Her references are impeccable and the only reason we did not hire her was because we had met someone we like just before we met Jennifer."

Anand F.

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Janet N.


Henrico, VA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, Nanny, Date Night/Extended Care, Light House Keeping

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I believe reading is the basis for success throughout your child's school career and life. During the pandemic, I worked with a severely Autistic non-verbal young adult, then a special needs elementary school student, as a virtual home tutor. I will share my love of arts and crafts, board games, and nature with your child....
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Janet has helped us out with after school care for our 2 children, homework help, and pet care over the last several months. She is very punctual, reliable, and helpful with some chores around the house as well. She did a great job with helping our middle school...

Kathryn N.

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Janet N.


Henrico, VA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs, Mental Health Challenges Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

COVID, flu, RSV VACCINATED. For 2+ years, I worked as a caregiver/mentor for a severely autistic nonverbal young adult as well as an 8-year-old with dyslexia, dysgraphia and slow processing in virtual tutoring. My current DMV and background check are available. I am a trained facilitator. My experience includes facilitating...
5.0
"Very reliable and focused. Excellent communicator. Provided before and after photos for out of town family to understand status. Offered advice and methods to improve structure for adult with Asperger's. Janet went above and beyond to learn about my brother's needs...

Care member

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Olinda B.


Glen Allen, VA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Amazing Non Medical Care Provider

Experienced and educated non medical care provider available to assist you or your family member with keeping you/them safe in the home. Can provide total care to just supervision/companionship. Have experience with the elderly, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, developmental disabled, mentally challenged, and PTSD. Also have...
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Borah T.


Henrico, VA

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Lovable

Hello my is Deborah. I enjoy working with kids. I have 3 of my own. I've been babysitting since the age of 14. I also worked as an bus assistant. I have 5 years of experience working with special needs kids on special needs bus. I'm excited to meet new faces and put smiles on those faces. I'm looking forward to hearing back...
Borah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

I've been home with my sons for numerous years. I'm looking for part-time work during school hours. In my previous career world, I worked as a recreation therapist. I have experience working with adults and children w/ physical, psychological and cognitive disabilities. I have worked various odd jobs & volunteered over the years...
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Cortney S.


Henrico, VA

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Have experience with kids and adults with Down syndrome, autism, adhd. Would love to be able to provide help services for you or your loved one.
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Kinga D.


Glen Allen, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Date Nights, Weekends Sitter.

I have experience with children all ages plus special needs. I Nannied for the same family, that I met on care, for 6 before following my career while remaining part of the kids' lives. I still babysit occasionally because I love working with children. I'm a responsible and reliable person, I am also flexible. I have a car with...
Kinga can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alexandria L.


Mechanicsville, VA

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Babysitter

I am a high school special education teacher. I am also a younglife capernaum leader in the hanover county area. I am very passionate about working with kids of all ages and helping them feel confident in their abilities. I am looking to add some tutoring hours to my schedule during after school hours, and then continue in the...
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Miranda D.


Glen Allen, VA

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I have been working with children and have been baby sitting on the side for about 4 years. I've worked as a co teacher for autistic children and adults in day habs and other programs for 4 years. Ive ran many groups such as arts and craft groups and fun activities for children to engage and learn many things. I have a...
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Viola A.


Glen Allen, VA

$16-23/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a very reliable energetic fun , patient , loving and caring person who has 2 years experience in personal care dementia Alzheimer's and special needs . With me your loved one will receive the appropriate care and will be in safe hands . personally I'm an oriented and fun person to be with and I am able to provide safe...
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Borah T.


Henrico, VA

$20-50/hr16 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hello, my name is Deborah. I'm a CNA seeking work in the nursing field. I have 16 years of experience in the nursing profession. I'm available for skilled nursing and private duty nursing. I take my work seriously. I enjoy helping others. I treat and care for patients as I would want to be treated. My work schedule is flexible...
Borah can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep
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Miatta H.


Glen Allen, VA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Patient And Engaging Babysitter/Companion

As an older sister to an individual with autism, I have always been a very compassionate, patient, and positive-natured person! I believe that the portion of our world's population that lives with disabilities causes the rest of us to build a form of gentleness that reaffirms that there is good in this world. I have worked as an...
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Isabella G.


Mechanicsville, VA

$30-40/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'm looking for a job that works best for the family. Be it weekly and consistent or just one time, the welfare of each family is my goal, and I am flexible in achieving this! One thing you should know about me is I am a jack of all trades! I spent two years in healthcare as a nurse assistant, working in both hospice/skilled...
Isabella can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, respite care, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

I'm currently doing pre nursing online as well as working as an registered behavioral therapist which means I work with kids who have autism
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Tania G.


Glen Allen, VA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Tania I am 35 years old, I am a mom of 2 kids who have high functioning autism, they are provided with therapy almost all day so I have lots of free time in my hands. I live in the Glen Allen area have a very big home with a playing area for the kids to play. I would like to take care of children in the comfort of my...
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Chris F.


Richmond, VA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Mom

I have raised two children, one exceptionally bright and athletic, and one on the spectrum. I am familiar with Asperger's behavior (a relative), ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders. I am patient, caring, organized and efficient.
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Kylie H.


Henrico, VA

$15-20/hr

Registered Behavior Technician

I graduated Virginia Commonwealth University with my Psychology degree in 2018 with the end goal of obtaining my Masters degree to become a Guidance Counselor. While working towards my Bachelors degree I began working with children with special needs and found a passion in seeing each child meet and exceed their goals. I am a...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ashland, VA

Adrianne R.

5.0

Adrianne has watched my son a few times and she's always done a great job :)

- Jessica D.

Ayanna T.

5.0

We have used Ayanna multiple times to watch our children. The kids love her! She is always on time and full of fun ideas for the kids.

- Care member

Jennifer M.

5.0

Jennifer is experienced in child development and has a true passion for children. Her references are impeccable and the only reason we did not hire her was because we had met someone we like just before we met Jennifer.

- Anand F.

Janet N.

5.0

We needed temporary childcare for our 1 yr old son, for 3 weeks and we were lucky enough to find Janet. She did a wonderful job taking care of him. She managed all his feedings, naps, changes etc. while also doing light house work and was so immensely helpful to our family.

- Seena R.

Janet N.

5.0

Very reliable and focused. Excellent communicator. Provided before and after photos for out of town family to understand status. Offered advice and methods to improve structure for adult with Asperger's. Janet went above and beyond to learn about my brother's needs and habits. Client is moving out...

- Care member

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