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Heather M.


Buckley, MI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

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I am kind and compassionate in whatever I may be doing. I love pets and people. I am a mother of seven, three of which had special needs.
Heather can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Debra L.


Kingsley, MI

$20-40/hr4 yrs exp

I currently work as a teacher assistant for Northwest Education Services in the ASD center based program. I have worked in this position for 4+ years, although my first introduction to Autism is when my son was given the label at 2 1/2 years old. He is now 14 years old. I also worked for approximately 6 months at North Arrow ABA...
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Julie F.


Traverse City, MI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Care Giver For Seniors Or Special Needs Individuals

5.0

(1)

I have over 25 years of care in individual homes, assisted living homes, group homes and with agencies. I Can provide a wide variety of personalized help for senior citizens and/or people with special needs. I can provide a broad range of home healthcare, aftercare, rehab, wound care, eldercare, chore services, bath aid and...
Julie can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Morgan M.


Traverse City, MI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love kids and have been helping care for them for as long as I can remember. I was a direct care worker in a group home, working with adults who have special needs while in college. I have also nannied for a few different families amongst various recreation and office jobs. I look forward to meeting you and would really love...
Morgan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Morgan was an amazing baby sitter and we could not be any more happier. Our child absolutely loves her. She was very gently with our infant and always took great care and she made sure it was her highest priority. She always goes the extra mile to make sure she...

Atheesh S.

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Jessica R.


Traverse City, MI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Nanny With 10+ Years Experience

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I grew up in a family with young siblings which started my love for childcare that carried over into babysitting as a teenager and working briefly with a non profit after high school that worked with youth. I have worked with many families over the past decade both for short term and years at a time. The ages of care have ranged...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We adore Jessica! She has been an amazing friend and nanny to our two small children, ages 1 and 3. I am happy to be a reference for her and answer any additional questions you might have. "

Christine D.

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Julie F.


Traverse City, MI

$25-32/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Providing Care For Developmentally Disabled & Mentally Ill People

I have worked for people with special needs in group homes and through agencies. I help with ADL's, transporting, feeding, bathing, etc. I am very caring, professional & reliable.
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Mariah D.


Traverse City, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time

I am 32 years old. I have a 5-year-old son. I have been caring for children from newborns up to adults with special needs. It is a passion of mine to work with children, as well as watch them grow and develop. I have my associates degree in Early Childhood Development, and my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education....
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Mariah has watched my 2 children on numerous occasions. She’s attentive, fun, and responsible. She is so great about playing with the kids and doing activities. Mariah has her own transportation which is a must for us and she gives us regular updates when caring...

Kasey P.

I am 32 years old. I have my associates degree in Early Childhood Development, and my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. While attending college, I worked with children and adults with special needs (private in home care), as well as worked in an adult foster care home. Duties included; meal preparation/cooking,...
Mariah can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep
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Ella C.


Traverse City, MI

$18-30/hr

Ella Extraordinaire

Hi, I'm Ella! I have 5 years of child care experience and I have two younger siblings one with special needs who I have assisted in caring for. I am a patient person who loves spending time with kids. I have worked with a range of ages from newborns to teens. I have assisted with online schooling and tutoring. I enjoy working on...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Sharon H.


Beulah, MI

$18-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sharon , I have worked as a Para Professional with Young fives- 2nd grade in Dexter Community Schools for 7 years. It has been a great experience to work with children with special needs and to assist students in a classroom setting. I am very experienced with the curriculum for that age group and able to...
Sharon can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Helen I have cared for kids of all ages. My first job was as a nanny to a 6-month-old. I still am in touch with her family as she prepares for high school graduation! I lived in NYC for 6. 5 years, during the pandemic I was a Forest School teacher, where playing was the number 1 goal! The 10 kids I was...
Helen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Meredith P.


Traverse City, MI

$20-50/hr9 yrs exp

Autism And DD Experience

Hi I'm Meredith! I love the outdoors, making art, and making anything homemade. I have almost 10 years of experience working with/caring for adults and kids with Autism and other developmental disabilities. I have a bachelors degree in Social Work and experience supporting kids and adults with behavioral challenges. I'm CPR and...
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Regan E.


Interlochen, MI

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Would Love to Help!

I helped take care of my grandmother for many years. I took care of my grandpa when hospice came into the picture. I had another in home heath position taking care of a woman who was paralyzed. I am a very compassionate, patient, loving, and understanding person. I love to help people. I have also helped take care of two people...
Hi, my name is Jorja and I have 6+ years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating, and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I also have experience working with special needs. I'm looking...
Jorja can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

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Skie M.


Traverse City, MI

$12-25/hr5 yrs exp

Cmh And Cna Certified

1.0

(1)

I have experience with clients with Down syndrome, autism, dementia/Alzheimer's, ADD/ADHD, mental health.
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Lindsay M.


Traverse City, MI

$10-30/hr9 yrs exp

CNA, EMT Babysitter

Helping others is a passion of mine. Growing up, I always said I wanted to be a "911 operator". At the age of 13, I was volunteering my time in the emergency room, labor and delivery, gift shop, wellness childcare all at a local hospital. Growing up, I lived with my grandparents, assisting my grandfather with ADLs. I also...
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Jessica C.


Traverse City, MI

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible Nanny Looking To Help

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have experience with special needs children and am trained in first aid. I love encouraging creativity through art and outdoor time. I look forward to hearing from you!
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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River R.


Interlochen, MI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

My younger sister has Down Syndrome, and I have been a part of a few programs working with those who have Autism as well. I have help to take care and watch my sister all my life. I know a fair amount of basic ASL, and soon will be officially CPR and first aid certified, but as previously mentioned, I have grown up around it all...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Buckley, MI

Morgan M.

5.0

Morgan was an amazing baby sitter and we could not be any more happier. Our child absolutely loves her. She was very gently with our infant and always took great care and she made sure it was her highest priority. She always goes the extra mile to make sure she meets all our needs and follows every...

- Atheesh S.

Jessica R.

5.0

We adore Jessica! She has been an amazing friend and nanny to our two small children, ages 1 and 3. I am happy to be a reference for her and answer any additional questions you might have.

- Christine D.

Mariah D.

5.0

Mariah has watched my 2 children on numerous occasions. She’s attentive, fun, and responsible. She is so great about playing with the kids and doing activities. Mariah has her own transportation which is a must for us and she gives us regular updates when caring for the kids. I feel so at ease when...

- Kasey P.

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