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Martha T.


Bedford, VA

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

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My name is Martha. I am a wife and mother of four children. I've had over a years experience caring for a woman with special needs. I also volunteered at a Christian school. We enjoy going to Church and family beach trips. I'd describe my personality as optimistic, kind and determined I like caring for people with special...
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Faye L.


Bedford, VA

$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Natural Caregiver

Hello to all, I love helping people and serving others. I have 10 plus years as a medical assistant and instructor. I have had the honor to serve alongside my husband who recently retired as an Army Chaplain . I love helping whether it's cleaning, pets or special needs. I don't mind special requests or scheduling changes to...
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Martha T.


Bedford, VA

$12-17/hr • 1 yrs exp

My name is Martha . I am a wife and mother of four. I have experience as a nanny, special needs and elderly caregiving. I enjoy listening to music and walking outside.
Martha can also help with: Meal prep
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Alexandria C.


Moneta, VA

$13-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

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I have knowledge in Early Childhood Education with special needs children and adolescents. Currently looking to earn extra money and gain more experience!
Alexandria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Eileen S.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of four grown children. I have years of experience working with all ages and special needs.
5.0
"Miss Eileen has been a blessing to our family and my 2 children just adore her. She works with my son with Down syndrome and she is wonderful with him and he lights up every time she comes over. She brings a basket of 'goodies' for my 2.5 year old daughter and she...

Angela F.

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Emma H.


Blue Ridge, VA

$13-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Need A Consistent, Caring Child Care Provider That Will Stimulate And Educate Your Children?

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 35 years of experience working with children. I have taught preschool, third and fourth grade. For eight years, I operated my own home day care. I also have 18 years of special needs/ companion and respite care with adults, seniors and children. I am a mother of two beautifully independent and loving adult children who...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emma is very thorough. She is observant and looks for things that need to be done. Nice lady. Dependable. We are happy we hired her. Kids enjoyed her when she helped with childcare. Came prepared with age appropriate activities."

Heather D.

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Jordyn D.


Lynchburg, VA

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Pet And Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Jordyn, and I am 21-year-old senior in college majoring in Biomedical Sciences - a field I am deeply passionate about. Being an eldest daughter, I have grown up surrounded by younger siblings and cousins, which has naturally nurtured my love for caregiving. I am an excellent multitasker and a go-getter,...
Jordyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Jordyn watched our two kids while we were visiting from out of town. This was a tough situation as she had never met us or the kids and had to watch them at our hotel room, allowing us to go out to dinner. She was able to quickly connect with both kids, even...

Laura N.

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Kaity D.


Lynchburg, VA

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun And Safe Christian Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kaity! I'm a 23-year-old college student. I'm trustworthy, responsible, patient, kind, fun-loving, and Christ-centered. I grew up with lots of cousins and family friends and have worked in part-time childcare since I was 15. I have volunteered with my local church children's ministry for years, supervising kids from ages...
Kaity can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Kaitlyn for ongoing continuous babysitting for my toddler daughter this Spring and thoroughly enjoyed having her! She was so kind and caring, sweetnatured, punctual and very responsive to texts, and directions. She's very hands-on and active, taking my...

Hannah B.

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Faith M.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Very Fun & Love Working With Kids!

3.0

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello:) my name is Faith, I am 22 years old, I have a degree in psychology and I have over 8 years of experience with children of all ages and also children with special needs. I can help with Travel, Errands, laundry, cooking, carpooling, diaper changing, cleaning, anything that is asked of me I will do:)
Faith can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

3.0
"There was an unfortunate failure of communication during the initial response phase of the hiring process. "

David R.

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Janelle F.


Lynchburg, VA

$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

I graduated from the College of Saint Benedict in MN with a biology degree in 2023 and am currently pursuing graduate studies at Liberty University, with aspirations for medical school soon. Certified as an EMT and with Red Cross certifications in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard instruction, I bring a diverse skill set to...
Janelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Lyndsey G.


Forest, VA

$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi there! I have been babysitting for over 8 years & I am both CPR and First Aid certified. I have babysat kids from ages 1-12 years old & have had responsibilities that included: picking up from school, taking them to different practices (sports or other), cooking quick and easy meals, & also watching them at home. My mom is a...
Lyndsey can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Isabella H.


Lynchburg, VA

$14-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Babysitter/nanny!!

Hello! I'm 20 and a junior at Randolph College, getting a degree in Computer Science. I believe in a patient, loving and creative approach to childcare. I have experience with watching all ages, from newborns to teenagers, as well as taking care of up to 6 children at once (I'm the oldest of 7). I'm great at multitasking, if you...
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
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Faith M.


Lynchburg, VA

$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp

I truly enjoy working with people with special needs, I have over 6 years of experience. I feel as though it is my passion and where I belong in life, I want to help people with special needs. I enjoy painting, playing instruments, coloring, playing, games, anything you need me to do I will do!
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Kristina S.


Forest, VA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I particularly enjoy children with special needs and work as a full time educator providing personal care, behavioral support, and academic programming. I have over 25 years experience in this field.
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Stacy M.


Forest, VA

$13-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny And/or Lower Level School Tutor Available

My interest include the outdoors, reading, music, sports, cooking/cleaning, etc. I have many years experience babysitting and looking after special needs children.
Stacy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
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Lileann E.


Vinton, VA

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Educated, And Experienced!

Hi! I am a childcare provider with years of experience working with kids from all walks of life. This includes children with attention deficits, learning disorders, sensory processing issues, physical handicaps, as well as kids on the autism spectrum. I have an Associate degree in general studies and I am currently finishing up...
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Cheryl S.


Lynchburg, VA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello I'm a PCA who has been in the business since 1997. Med trained extensive background in dementia care, trach, g tube feeding, and wound care.
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Trenidi J.


Lynchburg, VA

$14-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello, I have been doing nursing for 4 years and helping out with kids for 1 year. I love spending time and making them laugh and smile. I don't know mind working with any age. Don't mind picking them up or taking them to there appointments, school, etc.
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Cindy R.


Lynchburg, VA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I have taken care of children of all ages and raised three girls of my own. I am experienced with special needs and autism. It is a joy to me to see children grow and learn.
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Emma H.


Blue Ridge, VA

$30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I have eight years experience providing care and support for families with special needs children and adults. I have provided a range of care levels, from companionship only to meals/ bathing, dressing, household chores and many combinations of all. My biggest assets are my positive attitude and my flexibility. I am very good at...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bedford, VA

Eileen S.

5.0

Miss Eileen has been a blessing to our family and my 2 children just adore her. She works with my son with Down syndrome and she is wonderful with him and he lights up every time she comes over. She brings a basket of 'goodies' for my 2.5 year old daughter and she gets so excited to see what...

- Angela F.

Emma H.

5.0

Emma is very thorough. She is observant and looks for things that need to be done. Nice lady. Dependable. We are happy we hired her. Kids enjoyed her when she helped with childcare. Came prepared with age appropriate activities.

- Heather D.

Jordyn D.

5.0

Our family feels lucky to have found Jordyn. She is reliable, a great communicator and really fun - according to my seven-year-old. We look forward to hiring Jordyn again!

- Care member

Kaity D.

5.0

I hired Kaitlyn for ongoing continuous babysitting for my toddler daughter this Spring and thoroughly enjoyed having her! She was so kind and caring, sweetnatured, punctual and very responsive to texts, and directions. She's very hands-on and active, taking my daughter on walks, the pool, visits to...

- Hannah B.

Faith M.

3.0

There was an unfortunate failure of communication during the initial response phase of the hiring process.

- David R.

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