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Amber H.


Bedford, OH

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with kids with special needs and some that just needed some additional help for many of years. My work with youth started in College during an alternative Spring Break trip to volunteer in Central America. I volunteered at a school for children with Special Needs specifically Equine therapy. I fell in love and the...
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Shakura W.


Bedford, OH

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked for 1 year for children with autism at a residential facility. Assisting children with daily needs.
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Kimberly C.


Bedford, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

HHA

Hello, my name is Kim C and I've been working with the elderly since 1988. I've worked with various conditions such as Alzheimer's , dementia and all types of personal elderly care. I'm friendly, reliable , patient and very caring with my patients . I'm currently doing private duty homecare. So my availability is 3p-12p Monday...
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Rachael M.


Bedford, OH

$19-21/hr4 yrs exp

Easy Going Fun Sitter & Smile Creator!!! :)))

Hello, my name is Rachael, and I am a dedicated and compassionate nanny with over three years of experience caring for children, including those with special needs. I have had the privilege of working with families to provide personalized care that supports each child's unique development and well-being. My experience includes...
Rachael can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Aniyah P.


Bedford, OH

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

My grandmother been doing daycare for almost 30 years so I've always been in a daycare environment I've always helped at the daycare. Also I've helped my mother with my 5 younger siblings for years. I am great with all kids. From infant to preteens, also I'm great with children with special needs.
Aniyah can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

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Mariquetta A.


Cleveland, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Caregiver

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Meals for clients in their homes based on specific diets...
Mariquetta can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

4.0
"Mariquetta is very nice and dependable ,very hard worker and pleasant"

Bryan K.

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Kameryne S.


Cleveland, OH

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Kameryne. I'm Very Excited To Help Families With The Most Important Job Of All!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very kind, energetic and determined. I like working with kids because it gives me the opportunity to be a teacher, friend, and confident to the younger generation. I'd like a job that gives the opportunity for both your children and I to grow! We will learn a lot from each other! I started working with kids fairly...
5.0
"My kids had a great time with Kameryne. They were all happy, fed and asleep when I got home!"

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Kelli P.


Twinsburg, OH

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Children bring me immense joy and its a pleasure being in their presence and seeing life from their vantage point. I have experience caring for children with special needs as well as experience in the medical field having worked at Cleveland Clinic assisting in patient care. I'm continually harmonizing with well being, clarity...
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Glennis C.


Cleveland, OH

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Glennis and I would love to help out your family! I have over 10 years of babysitting experience, six years of summer camp experience, and have worked with kids with special needs and taught swim lessons. I am also adult and pediatric first aid, CPR, AED, and lifeguard certified. I have my own car, love pets,...
Glennis can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Glennis watched our toddler and newborn one night, putting them both to bed. My 3 year old woke up in the morning telling me to "go back away so Glennis comes over." Thats a pretty glowing recommendation as she has some stranger danger. We would definitely be happy...

Kari R.

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Denise K.


Northfield, OH

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Older Adult, Experienced With Disabilities.

I am a certified Independent Provider for disabled adults, I have 13 years experience and have been certified for 9 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have experience caring for seniors and hospice clients, I am a laid back, caring , middle aged adult that enjoys caring for others. I have great transportation and I...
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Kimberly M.


Solon, OH

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Care Companion Available For Your Loved One

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you looking for someone to help care for your loved one when you cannot? While I am not in the health care field, I am happy to provide companionship, help with errands, clean up around the house, assist with medication management, cook a meal, or assist with personal grooming. I enjoy people of all ages and I understand...
5.0
"Kimberly worked with my 12 year old brother who was very behind in reading and English. She was very knowledgeable, patient, and helpful on all levels. She's an overall great person. For her level of expertise as a tutor, she deserves so much more compensation than...

Alexis L.

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Emme S.


Solon, OH

$24-26/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Emme! I was born and raised in Cleveland and have been passionate about helping children with disabilities since a very young age, inspired by growing up with a brother on the spectrum. My childcare experience expands over 10 years across all ages and abilities of children. I love finding new and outside of the box...
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Emme S.


Solon, OH

$23-26/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Emme! I was born and raised in Cleveland and have been passionate about helping children with disabilities since a very young age, inspired by growing up with a brother on the spectrum. My childcare experience expands over 10 years across all ages and abilities of children. I love finding new and outside of the box...
Emme can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Emme has been our nanny for a few months now. She is reliable, great with the kids (2 & 4), and very receptive to feedback/suggestions. Definitely recommend her to any family! "

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Brianna B.


Independence, OH

$15-24/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Bri and I am 22 years old and currently a positive reinforcement but doing my classes remotely. I have had over 8 years of experience with child care including children from around 2 weeks to about 15 years old, as well as children with special needs. I am CPR certified and have my own car for anything your little...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bri was a wonderful babysitter to my kids for two years. My kids loved her and I always felt more than comfortable leaving them in her care. She became much more than a babysitter to our family and I definitely recommend!"

Tasha P.

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Shanise W.


Cleveland, OH

$21-35/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Dependable Loving Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Shanise. I have been in this field for 7/8 years. I have worked with special need individuals, dementia, hospice, recovery from surgery individuals, blind, death individuals, helping individuals gain there strength back. I cook, light house keeping, run errands, companionship, and etc I love the field in. I just...
Shanise can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Shanice is a funny, down-to-earth person with a naturally assuring aura. She helped me out immensely through a very difficult surgery. I do not know what I would've done without her. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for care!-"

Deyanira B.

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Carla V.


Cleveland, OH

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Teacher/Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have six or seven years of full-time as well as part-time childcare as well as PRE K-3 teaching experience. I've also tutored special needs/exceptional children and have worked with several families in the past. I am looking for full or part-time work during the year.
Carla can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Carla is a very caring and beautiful young lady "

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Jennifer A.


Cleveland, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

*** DODD MEDICAID WAIVER CERTIFIED ***

Having worked as a caregiver for 25+ years, I find that helping to make a difference in someone's life, or just seeing them smile, can be one of the most rewarding benefits to not only my job, but in my life. I've worked with a wide variety of people, & have provided care from birth, until end of life. In my free time I enjoy...
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Jennifer G.


Cleveland, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jenny and I am 33-year-old and living in Parma Hts, Ohio. I have been watching children since forever honestly. My mom has had an in home daycare since I was born so I've been watching children sing my early teen years. I also have a niece (8) (in my picture, got my sisters approval first before including on...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jenny is by far, the best caregiver I have ever had. She is patient, kind, thoughtful, and a whole lot of fun. I am over the moon knowing that my children are in such loving and responsible hands. She makes every meltdown, accident, and mess such a breeze. We have...

Sasha C.

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Jasmine G.


Maple Heights, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 plus years experience in taking care of children. I am 34. I have a son and a daughter my son is 7 my daughter is 14 I also have 9 nieces/nephews which I've helped raise/take care of, the youngest being 6yrs old the oldest being 24 . Two of which require special needs care. I prefer to do a home visit for both the...
Jasmine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I did one time cleaning with Jasmine. She is really efficient. She with her team was able to help us in cleaning our very neat and efficiently. I would recommend her and if planning to do one more time, will do with her. Thank you Jasmine."

Theeba B.

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Kelli P.


Twinsburg, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Care Giver With Over 17 Years Of Experience Who Loves Being Of Service.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kelli! With over 10 years of experience as a nanny, I'm passionate about creating safe, nurturing environments where children can grow and thrive. I specialize in supporting children of all ages, including those with special needs, offering personalized care, promoting positive development, and maintaining structured...
Kelli can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kelli did AMAZING with my boys (fur babies) 😂❤️! They began to treat her like family! "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bedford, OH

Mariquetta A.

4.0

Mariquetta is very nice and dependable ,very hard worker and pleasant

- Bryan K.

Kameryne S.

5.0

My kids had a great time with Kameryne. They were all happy, fed and asleep when I got home!

- Care member

Glennis C.

5.0

Glennis watched our toddler and newborn one night, putting them both to bed. My 3 year old woke up in the morning telling me to "go back away so Glennis comes over." Thats a pretty glowing recommendation as she has some stranger danger. We would definitely be happy to have Glennis babysit for us...

- Kari R.

Kimberly M.

5.0

Kimberly worked with my 12 year old brother who was very behind in reading and English. She was very knowledgeable, patient, and helpful on all levels. She's an overall great person. For her level of expertise as a tutor, she deserves so much more compensation than she is requesting. She has made...

- Alexis L.

Emme S.

5.0

The best hands down!! All of our children love Ms. Emme she is so intentional when it comes to spending time with our children and ensuring that while together they are doing things that the kids enjoy. Our 11 year old so is autistic and struggles socially but is always asking to spend time with Ms....

- Care member

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