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57 special needs caregivers are listed in Bend, OR

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Bend, OR

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Cheri E.


Bend, OR

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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I have a college background in Speech-Language Pathology that includes a minor in Special Education. I have worked as a summer inclusion mentor with the inclusion program, which is for individuals with disabilities. This job has included several weeks of special training. Before, I've been a counselor at summer camps and I...

Grace L.


Bend, OR

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 10 years of experience. I started volunteering with children in middle school at my church. I would host day camps and help at Sunday School. I have been a camp counselor for middle schoolers for multiple summers. I also have nannied for special needs children, infants, pre-teens, and elementary schoolers.
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Michaela L.


Bend, OR

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For A New Family!

I have 15+ years of experience working with all ages of children. I have cared for neurotypical children as well as children with special needs that are medically complex. I am comfortable administering any kind of medication and have experience with g-tubes. I have worked in two licensed home daycares with children from infant...
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Emily R.


Bend, OR

$23-35/hr9 yrs exp

Loving And Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been in the childcare field for over 9 years working with infants, toddlers, and children all the way up to high school. I strive to create a safe, fun, and loving environment where children can grow and learn. I am passionate about developing strong relationships with children and parents while giving children the best...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

A little about me I am a OSU- Cascades Biochemistry student who loves working with kids I've worked with kids of all ages, as well as kids with special needs and I just love the kids I have been a nanny for four years as well as a camp counselor and swim instructor I have my CPR and first aid certifications as well as deep...
Rebecca can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Darcey W.


Redmond, OR

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Adult Caregiver 8 Years Experience

5.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Well I have been taking care of elderly for over 15 years, probably even longer if you count me helping with my parents before they passed away. I have done live in care, and overnight care also daytime care as well. Have work with families with mobility issues as well as health issues and all or most had some level of dementia....
Darcey can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, errands & more
5.0
"Darcey cared for my 79 year old mother. Mom has moderate Alzheimer's dementia. Darcey was endlessly patient with mom. This was mostly full time, 40 hrs/wk, for the last three months. Darcey kept the house clean and kept mom busy as much as possible. Darcey...

Brian P.

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Leanna D.


Redmond, OR

$30-50/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am experienced in caregiving, and household management. I am experienced in catheter care, supra-pubic catheter care, trach care, wound care, severe wound care, mobility, transfers, bathing, feeding, teeth brushing, spasms, and medication management. From companionship care to advanced quadriplegic care I have seen it all. I...
Leanna can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, respite care, meal prep
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"LeAnna was truly exceptional. She was very punctual & willing to go the extra mile to cover shifts. She has a wonderful personality and is very kind and caring. The client we work with has a high level of needs as he is a quadriplegic on a ventilator. She is a...

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Scheeli C.


Terrebonne, OR

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I have experience with special needs children and large families. I have yet to encounter a challenge that has stopped me. I love to cook and clean if the situation is conducive. I love babies and have a heart for children who need a little more help than...
Scheeli can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"I'm so grateful for our connection, even though it's only been a few months. She made a big impact our life and will highly recommend her"

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Darcey W.


Redmond, OR

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Nanny Does Have Experience With Special Needs As Well.

3.5

(2)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I raised four daughters, and had 21 foster children in my home over a 16 year period of time. I have special needs experience and ALSO worked with Autism. I also have worked in a elementary schools as well. I was a nanny for three different families. One family had three girls and I helped the family and took care of the girls....
Darcey can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"we love having Darcey work with our daughter (special needs) and she made an incredible difference. as she grew up and her needs shifted, we are moving into a different situation and we no longer need to work with Darcey - but cannot recommend her caring,...

Esteban K.

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Emily D.


Redmond, OR

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always worked with kids and loved it! I have experience with children of all ages and special needs. I am a mom of a 1-year-old. I enjoy doing project, fun learning and outside time.
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. I worked as a special education assistant for the local school district as well as a special education substitute. I was also buddy club president of my high school. We participated in the polar plunge, special ed softball, dances, and field trips.
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Gabrielle W.


Redmond, OR

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

About Gabrielle!

I have experience with children who have behavioral health disorders so I am great with any obstacle thrown at me., I started in my high school, helping in the special needs classes during my open periods. I found love for helping others learn and grow within themselves so I took a job to peruse that love as a Direct Support...
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Darcey W.


Redmond, OR

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I had 21 foster kids and I've encountered a lot of special needs over the years with different children. I adopted a child with special needs. I worked with special needs children in a preschool setting also. In the past 2 years I worked as a nanny for a 7-year-old who had autism and other special needs. Worked with a family...
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Kate K.


Redmond, OR

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiving

I have many experiences in childcare positions, very few were Special Needs... I have a love for children or people on the spectrum! I love learning from & being surrounded by people like that! I would say I'm EXTREMELY patient, friendly, helpful, loyal, on time, trusting, etc.
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Jocelena C.


Redmond, OR

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Mom Of Three Plus Professional Experience With High-needs Youth

My professional history includes: experience with special needs children (teaching basic life skills, medication administration, dressing and bathing, meals, and GI-Tube feeding), and at-risk youth (pre-teen and teenage) in residential treatment (de-escalating youth in emotional distress, teaching and implementing appropriate...
Jocelena can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Catherine H.


Redmond, OR

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello- My name is Catherine and working with seniors and individuals with special needs has been my passion for years. Making a difference in someone's life, no matter how big or small, is truly life enriching. I am a very patient, compassionate and easygoing person who works well with the client as well as the family. I am...
Catherine can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

I currently work as the Director of Sales for a subsidiary of the Hershey Company, but in my spare time, I work with special needs clients (animals & people alike). My background is in Speech Path/ Audiology. I spent 4 years working at an Audiology Clinic in Georgia as well as a full-time care provider for children on the...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bend, OR

Darcey W.

5.0

Darcy is a kind lady with a great sense of humor. She worked for my mother and father from January through April of 2019 in the evening. My mom has several issues including Parkinson's, chronic back pain, and mild dementia, along with other Parkinson's related issues. She also helped care for my...

- Julia M.

Leanna D.

5.0

LeAnna was truly exceptional. She was very punctual & willing to go the extra mile to cover shifts. She has a wonderful personality and is very kind and caring. The client we work with has a high level of needs as he is a quadriplegic on a ventilator. She is a quick learner & easily adapted to all...

- Care member

Scheeli C.

5.0

I'm so grateful for our connection, even though it's only been a few months. She made a big impact our life and will highly recommend her

- Care member

Darcey W.

5.0

we love having Darcey work with our daughter (special needs) and she made an incredible difference. as she grew up and her needs shifted, we are moving into a different situation and we no longer need to work with Darcey - but cannot recommend her caring, commitment, and overall amazing...

- Esteban K.

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Ratings for Bend, OR special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Bend, OR are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews of the 57 listed special needs caregivers.