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Special needs caregivers in Avondale Estates, GA

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David P.


Avondale Estates, GA

$20-28/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

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Hi! My name is David, I'm a caregiver for people with special needs. I've been working in the field since 2019 I do my best to meet my client's needs, including healthy meal preparation and exercise/movement

Katherine B.


Decatur, GA

$22/hr5 yrs exp

Grad Student: Fun Sitter And House Helper

5.0

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Currently a PhD student in engineering! I have 5 years of experience working with children, including children who have experienced trauma and children with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry as well!
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Katherine is an amazing babysitter! She is kind, reliable, sweet, and most importantly patient. She loves kids and she be there for your children! She can read to them, play with them, cook for them, and be there for them. Patience was very important for us since...

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Bethany B.


Decatur, GA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

3.7

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

**Full Time Nanny Available** Experienced babysitter with 5 years + of childcare for children aged 3 months to 14 years old. Inspired by my own upbringing with a wonderful nanny, I aim to bring the same joy and care to the families I work with. I specialize in creative activities, outdoor activities, homework assistance, and...
Bethany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Bethany was great! We needed a last min sitter for our two year old and she was available and ready. They had a blast! "

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Marie S.


Stone Mountain, GA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Caregiver To The Elderly, Adult Or Child Or Special Needs

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years experience caring for the elderly, adults and children with special needs. I provide care to seniors with Dementia, Alzheimer, ALS, MS, Diabetic, Stroke, Parkinson, Traumatic Brain Injury, Quadriplegic, Paraplegic, Total care and more. Provide care for Special Needs with CP, Down syndrome, ADD, ADHD, Autism...
Marie can also help with: Dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"She was such a caring lady with my Mother. She knew just exactly what to do and I knew my Mother was in good hands. I don't think she was ever late, which is so important when you have to depend on that person."

Anne B.

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Daveda W.


Tucker, GA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Daveda. I have 5 years of experience providing special needs care and services. I have experience caring for children and adults with mild to severe disabilities. I am a high energy caregiver who loves to teach through real life experience. I enjoy going to the park, board games and activities. I am calm and patient...
Daveda can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Daveda is beyond amazing! She's played such a pivotal role in our little one nurturing and growth over the last 6 months. She's very good with finding the right balance to meet the needs of the parent and their little one. He misses her already!!"

Penny H.

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Mariah S.


Stone Mountain, GA

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator

Hello, my name is Mariah! Working with children is my passion, and I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. For the past 7 years, I have also worked as a teacher, engaging with children from 3 months to high school age, including those with special needs. I find immense joy in witnessing the growth and development of...
Mariah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She did an amazing job taking care of my 2 kids. You can tell she has a passion for kids. I would rehire her anytime."

Elizabeth W.

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Janice L.


Lithonia, GA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a healthcare professional currently certified as a Certified Nurse Tech since 2012 and CPR certified healthcare professional with a solid background in nursing theory, acute care, nursing homes, skilled rehabs and home care. I am also an excellent clinical, decision-making and assessment skills. I am compassionate, calm and...
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Isis R.


Decatur, GA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Best Local Nanny & Chef

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello and greetings to you and your family! I hope you're all doing well. My name is Isis , and I would be delighted to provide my services to you and your loved ones. Allow me to share a little bit about myself: I consider myself to be energetic, self-motivated, positive, and extremely passionate. During my free time, I enjoy...
Isis can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Isis! Very friendly and my kids loved her. She made them dinner and was even generous to our house guest."

Ebenezer D.

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Nastashia F.


Tucker, GA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm experienced in all types of special needs from adults to children. I have babysitting experience on and off for about six years. Love children and I always keep their best interest at heart.
Nastashia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Anne T.


Decatur, GA

$17-20/hr

Personal Care Aide Life Skills Facilitator

Thank you for considering me. It has always been a pleasure working with people with special needs no matter the age. As a Life Skills Personal Aide, I facilitate independence responsibility and encourage health, exercise, safety and self worth. My experience dates back to 1984. I work with physical therapists, occupational...
Anne can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care & more
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Elaine Joy S.


Lithonia, GA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Over 15 Years Of Senior Care Working .

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 12 years of experience working with seniors as a C. N. A with clients needing Hospice care, Alzheimer, Cancer, strokes, Hart attack, fracture or broken hip, special needs etc. In their homes, nursing homes and the hospital.
Elaine Joy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Elaine was absolutely WONDERFUL! She showed great care and concern for my situation. She went above and beyond and not only took care of my physical needs but also did my laundry and cleaning. She is a beautiful soul and a joy to be around. Will definitely hire her...

Penny B.

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Tytytana O.


Atlanta, GA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

I graduated from a four year University with a degree in Sociology. I moved here from California where I previously worked with both children and adults with different challenges. I am 29 years old with experience.
5.0
"Very good interview, experiences were detailed"

Marissa O.

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Ashanti P.


Atlanta, GA

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

A Glimpse Into Me

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as Caring, Optimistic, and Driven. In regards to childcare, I like working with kids because they are the future. Also, considering how many of us have had trauma growing up, in addition to the many people that may not realize it or never seek out any form of help motivates me to break those cycles....
Ashanti can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ashanti was an ideal sitter. She did many things for my toddler, read, went to the park, and helped prepare meals. We worked with Ashanti 3 times and would gladly hire her again."

Princess I.

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Agnes D.


Decatur, GA

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello wonderful families! I'm Agnes. Currently working with a family whose contract is about to end and I'm looking for my next long term family. My experience with kids has been private nanny/babysitter for 6 years, working at the pediatric emergency unit for 2 years, and a volunteer Sunday school teacher for 2 years. I have...
Agnes can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Agnes provided care for our mentally handicapped teenaged daughter. She is caring, diligent and hardworking. She is extremely efficient and organized, which I am not, so I really appreciated this about her. She is an excellent cook and often volunteered to make...

Jennifer M.

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Nina S.


Decatur, GA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Sitter With Own Transportation

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Overview: I'm a 23-year-old former sushi chef. Ex culinary arts major turned Psychology. I graduated from Michigan State University a bachelor's in psychology and a minor in youth and development. Currently, I am graduate student getting my masters in social work. Career/Work History: I used to work as a behavioral aide,...
Nina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nina babysat our toddler for the past year. She immediately made a connection with our daughter, and our daughter took to her, as well. Nina was punctual, communicative, friendly, and all around a great sitter."

Leconte D.

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Shirley M.


Lithonia, GA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time-Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Growing up my mom always had an at home daycare, so I grew up with children of all ages. MY mom then transferred to foster children, I helped with all age groups, all the way through college. After college, I had two kids of my own, a son(now 36) and a daughter(now 33. I also have 3 grand kids now, two boys(age 11 and 2. 5 years...
Shirley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Miss Shirley is a God send. I needed someone to care for my granddaughter a few days while her daycare was closed. Miss Shirley is patient, kind and has such a loving spirit. She is dependable and goes above and beyond duty.My 10 month old granddaughter...

Michele B.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I cared for two brothers who both had special needs, I would help them with bathroom use. Help with feeding. Take the to the park to learn social skills around other children. Help with sight words and any form of homework. Help with redirecting moments of frustration that the boys could potentially have.
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Hollie H.


Decatur, GA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello!! I have been a nanny and babysitter all throughout high school and college. I have my Master's in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and my Bachelor's in Psychology. I have worked with special needs children from ages 2-6 as a caregiver and respite provider which entailed caring for the child, and assisting with...
Hollie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hollie is great with our three (8, 6 and 15 month old) very capable and responsible! Thankful to have found her!"

Sarah C.

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Madeline A.


Atlanta, GA

$25-40/hr7 yrs exp

Care Giver

Throughout my 7+ years of nannying, tutoring, and volunteering, I've had the wonderful opportunity to work with children and teens with a range of neuro types and disabilities including autism, ADHD, behavioral issues, developmental delays, mobility challenges, epilepsy, and various mental illnesses. Additionally, I have a B. S....
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Evelyn R.


Stone Mountain, GA

$26-50/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Bilingual Caregiver, Special Needs, Child, Adult, And Elderly Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Evelyn and I have over five years of caregiving experience working with children, adults, and the elderly, including those with special needs. I am passionate about providing compassionate, personalized care that fosters emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Whether I'm helping children with homework,...
Evelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Evelyn es una excelente cuidadora muy amable respetuosa y muy carismatica , tiene un buen ambiente laboral y una buena comunicación la recomiendo mucho"

Sofia V.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Avondale Estates, GA

Katherine B.

5.0

Katherine is an amazing babysitter! She is kind, reliable, sweet, and most importantly patient. She loves kids and she be there for your children! She can read to them, play with them, cook for them, and be there for them. Patience was very important for us since our child had a disability and...

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Bethany B.

5.0

Bethany is reliable and amazing with my children! I definitely recommend her for your family!

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Marie S.

5.0

Marie is such a professional and hard working person. She is kindhearted and caring for others! Thank you Marie for being such helpful to us . I recommend Marie to Anyone!’

- Hulagershe M.

Daveda W.

5.0

Daveda is beyond amazing! She's played such a pivotal role in our little one nurturing and growth over the last 6 months. She's very good with finding the right balance to meet the needs of the parent and their little one. He misses her already!!

- Penny H.

Mariah S.

5.0

Mariah is a very experienced, knowledgeable caregiver. She exhibits patience, compassion, and nurturing spirit to the youth!

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