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Special needs caregivers in Ashton, MD

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Bertha N.


Brookeville, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Children And Elderly Care

5.0

(1)

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I am a mother of 4 children. I have been working with special needs children for 15+ years and elderly care for 20+ years.
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Bertha is the BEST. She is very skilled in all areas of care, from working with my disabled daughter with autism for many years, which she still does to this day, to caring for my mom with Parkinson's until she passed. Bertha not only cared for my mom but...

Ayda S.

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Renee W.


Silver Spring, MD

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Renee. I am 23 years old. I am an EMT with Sandy Spring Vol Fire Department (since 2013), I was also active duty Navy, Corpsman/Medic (since 2015). I have experience with special needs, persons on the spectrum, kids and the elderly. I've grown up assisting my mother who has cerebral palsy. I am here to help...
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Zufan M.


Silver Spring, MD

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I became a Home Health Aide (HHA) in 2007 working first for an agency and then privately for families. In 2009 I started working privately for an elderly couple living in Northwest Washington, DC. His primary diagnosis was Dementia; hers was Alzheimer's. He died in November of 2015. She died in November of 2018. They both...
Zufan can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Zufan is an outstanding and trustworthy caregiver. She helped my elderly mother get to appointments around DC. I would hire her again in a second. "

David G.

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Laurie A.


Silver Spring, MD

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Bilingual Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for many children, some with special needs, both in my home, as well as in the children's homes for over 30 years, ages 3 months old up to 14 years old. I also worked as a co-educator at the Gan Hayeled Nursery School in Washington, DC in the 2-year-old and 3-year-old classrooms. While at the Gan, I received both...
Laurie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Laurie was wonderful! She is very experienced and was not afraid of my tantrum-throwing toddler. She left a detailed account of the evening and was very pleasant to work with. Will definitely hire again."

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Marlene A.


Laurel, MD

$25/hr9 yrs exp

My Name Marlene. I Have Been CNA/HHA For Over 8+ Years.

I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 8+ years working with and caring for seniors, this is something that I am very passionate about. I have 8+ years of experience in CNA / HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
Marlene can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Marlene, aka Miss Lynn, has been a consummate caregiver to my mother-in-law for about a year now. She has more than done her job, bathing, dressing and feeding my mother-in-law with professionalism and compassion. She also found us competent aides for days she...

Jeff B.

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Teena E.


Laurel, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

My name is Teena and I have been CNA for over 20 years, I have experience in Alzhiemer, dementia and total care I do light house keeping, I am very compassionate and reliable think of myself as caring and I enjoy helping the elderly or people with special needs. I am very honest and I have a clean background and clean driving...
Teena can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I hired Teena to help organize a large house prior to a move. She arrived on time, listened attentively to the guidelines, and was careful and thorough in her work. I found I could trust her to use her judgment and make good decisions in handling all manner of...

Perry T.

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Erin L.


Columbia, MD

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part-Time Caregiver Of Children Of All Ages

I have been working with children for 20 years; anything from babysitting or nannying to working in academic intervention in the public school system for six years. I have been a nanny, a preschool teacher and a para-educator with high school students with special needs and elementary age children. I'm competent and can work...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Finding a good professional nanny is no easy thing, so it's not surprising that when we found Erin we chose to keep her on for 6.5 years, until our youngest was in kindergarten. Erin cared for our four children, including our twin boys starting at 18 months. When...

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Rachel T.


Rockville, MD

$19-25/hr1 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

My name is Rachel and I am a child care/special needs professional. I have experience working with children of all ages from all different circumstances and abilities. I am also open to working with teens and adults. I am caring, creative, responsible, energetic, perceptive, and engaging with a great sense of humor and a focus...
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Angelena F.


Columbia, MD

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Job

Hello, my name is Angelena! I have recently completed a medical assisting program, and I am certified in CPR and first aid. I have cared for special needs children and have experience with all ages including newborns, toddlers, and children up to age 8. I myself am a mother to an amazing 11-year-old! I love to bake fun shaped...
Angelena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sydney A.


Laurel, MD

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sydney, and I've been babysitting for 3 years. I am 23 years old and a recent graduate from Howard University. I have been with 4 families long term in my last 3 years. I also have experience with special needs children. I have mainly worked with elementary aged children (4-13). I have also have some experience with...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Sydney did a wonderful job caring for our boys! She bought over games and activities for them to participate in and was on-time and very professional! The kids were tucked in and sleeping with everything in order upon our return home. We will definitely be hiring...

Brandon W.

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Yesenia R.


Silver Spring, MD

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am an experienced nanny I have taken care of children from ages newborn to 13 years old. I have completed early childhood classes 1 and 2, I learned about child development and milestones in children ages 0 to preschool years. I assisted and observed children in several classrooms, these classrooms included: infants,...
Yesenia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We have the highest recommendation for Yesenia R. who has cared for our twin sons since they were 4 months old, for a total of 1.5 years. Yesenia helped us immensely as first-time parents and conducted herself with professionalism, excellent childcare skills,...

Francisco H.

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Icilma J.


Silver Spring, MD

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special needs children. I am...
Icilma can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting physician, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Icilma is a loving and dependable caregiver. She cared for our elderly mother for 5 years in her home and then part time when she entered a group home. We always felt very comfortable with her there with our mother. She had excellent skills of observation and she...

Elizabeth J.

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Shirley E.


Laurel, MD

$17-35/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children and adults with special needs, helping with activities of daily living Medication administration and management, bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, etc. Outside of work, I enjoy hanging out with friends and family.
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Trista F.


Columbia, MD

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Genuine Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Almost every job that I've held has involved working with children. I've worked with kids in many capacities. For about two years, I worked as a camp counselor with kids as young as 5 up to middle school ages. Additionally, I worked as a party host for children's birthday's and other events. For the past four years, I've been...
Trista can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"she seemed great but her hours were not compatible with our needs. I was impressed with her."

Elsa W.

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Stephanie M.


Laurel, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 10 years working with and caring for seniors , this is something that I am very passionate about . I have 10 years of experience in CNA/ HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
Stephanie can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, home modification, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Stephanie Mensah took great care of my mother for 3yrs 6momths, She is very caring, dependable and dedicated to her job, and she goes the extra mile to provide the needed care for my mother. My family appreciated her services to the care of my mom."

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Talia P.


Columbia, MD

$24-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Care For Your Loved Ones Like They Are My Own Family Too.

My name is Talia & I would love to give a little insight on my experiences. I have extensive experience working with seniors predominately but, I also care for individuals of all ages. I have worked largely in nursing homes/assisted living facilities including hospitals, private duty cases, hospice services at Gilchrist of...
Talia can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Jessica B.


Rockville, MD

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Loving Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I`m 29 years old Bachelors Degree Nurse in another country. Have worked for families with special needs members. I love taking care of people, so that`s a job I feel confident and proud of because it makes me happy. In addition to Special Needs care I offer Child Care and Senior Care service. During this 2020 Pandemic I`m...
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Raven H.


Columbia, MD

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a creative and friendly childcare provider with three years of experience, I'm passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and supporting families. My formal and reserved nature ensures a structured and safe environment for your little ones. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their...
Raven can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Raven is so sweet and always patient through tantrums. She is able to get our 2 year old to eat more than we can. Raven keeps her entertained all day, and takes her to the park, library classes, and neighborhood walks. She is amazing with our newborn, and always...

Anne C.

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Icilma J.


Silver Spring, MD

$15-33/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Professional Care Giver

Hello my name is Veronica. I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special...
Icilma can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Icilma is probably one of the most genuine, kindhearted person I've ever encountered in my life. She was a positive influence in my children's life and really helped me navigate my way through motherhood. I couldn't have asked for a more trustworthy and kind...

Randi W.

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Karisma L.


Columbia, MD

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Karisma and I am 23 years old! I have been babysitting/taking care of children since I was 14! I am currently not looking for a full-time position because I am helping a family with before and after school care, however I am available any day of the week BETWEEN 10am-2 p.m. and weekends. This could mean date...
Karisma can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We love Ms. Karisma! She is always punctual, friendly, and follows our instructions. She's great at communicating with us. And most importantly, our toddler loves playing with her!"

Joy L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ashton, MD

Bertha N.

5.0

Bertha is the BEST. She is very skilled in all areas of care, from working with my disabled daughter with autism for many years, which she still does to this day, to caring for my mom with Parkinson's until she passed. Bertha not only cared for my mom but supervised the team of caregivers for my...

- Ayda S.

Zufan M.

5.0

Zufan is an outstanding and trustworthy caregiver. She helped my elderly mother get to appointments around DC. I would hire her again in a second.

- David G.

Laurie A.

5.0

She’s great and my son loved her

- Care member

Marlene A.

5.0

Marlene, aka Miss Lynn, has been a consummate caregiver to my mother-in-law for about a year now. She has more than done her job, bathing, dressing and feeding my mother-in-law with professionalism and compassion. She also found us competent aides for days she couldn't cover. She's simply wonderful.

- Jeff B.

Teena E.

5.0

Excellent care taker. Truly help not just my father but the entire family in general. She is a gem and a blessing.

- Alvin O.

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