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Vivian H.


Newport News, VA

$15-20/hr

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Never cared for someone with special needs. I've worked lots of jobs with lots of different people and I'm confident that I could do the job. If you are looking for someone to keep your child company I'm happy to do so. I love to do things outside, crafts and different learning games. I'm willing to learn and I'm excited to...
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Dani G.


Hampton, VA

$15-16/hr3 yrs exp

I have had a mixture of paid and volunteer working hours caring for those with special needs. It is one of the most rewarding and inspiring positions to be in. Adding more joy and love into their lives makes me wake up and choose to go to work. It is more than just a passion to me, and for every person I assist, their smiles and...
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Bethanne S.


Suffolk, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Creative Companion

I am a blessed mom of 3. I was a teacher then married a navy man and traveled the world for a few years. We became foster/adoptive parents until my hands were full. I homeschooled for 5 years. Now that my kids are more independent, I'm looking to get back serving my community. I have a tender heart towards elderly, babies, or...

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a 26-year-old nanny from Smithfield, VA. I have been babysitting since I was 16, and nannying since I was 18. I have experience with children from ages 4 weeks to 14 years. I have worked with children who have special needs as well as food allergies. I can provide references, pass a background check, am a non smoker, and...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Diana A.


Hampton, VA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

My name is Diana; I've been a certified caregiver for 7 years. There are so many things that I love about working in this industry, especially working with the elders. Throughout my journey as a caregiver, I've worked with elders with different specialized needs, such as bed ridden, hospice, quadriplegia, and dementia. I've also...
Diana can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Michelle S.


Suffolk, VA

$15-30/hr

Passionate Direct Support Professional For Children With Intellectual,physical Disabilities

I worked for a very nice facility name St. Mary's Home for Disabled Children for many years and the reason of leaving was to took good care of my late husband. I was a Team Leader and preceptor and had an experienced with adults with dementia and Alzheimer in a home health environment. I can give good references I love what I am...
As a dedicated and passionate caregiver, I find immense joy in nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With my patient and calm demeanor, I create a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive. I believe in open communication with parents and provide regular updates on their child's day, fostering trust...
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kassandra W.


Newport News, VA

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello All! I Am An Actuve RBT In The Hampton Roads/Suffolk/Smithfield Area!

I am currently working as a full time RBT with kids on the Autism Spectrum and with kids with Down syndrome. I am looking to be an occasional babysitter for children with special needs, as I do already have a full time job. I have experience with feeding tubes, aggressive behaviors, sensory issues, stimming, etc. Feel free to...
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Andrea D.


Suffolk, VA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked in a variety of settings rehab/home health/ hospital. I have lots of experience with all age ranges. I have been a babysitter for awhile but I work at the hospital.
I have over 3 years of experience working with individuals from toddlers to adults with special education and behavioral needs. I also have over 2 years of experience with providing assistance to adults with mobility issues.
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Vicki W.


Newport News, VA

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I take pride in having 30 years experience in the Care giving field. I am highly skilled in assisting diverse individuals, including individuals with Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Developmental and Developmental Disabilities, and serious Mental Illness - with personal care, home care, activities of daily living, living skills,...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Wilma Im 33y I have experience with newborns to teenagers. Im CPR certified, epipen. I can cook, do light housekeeping. I have experience with special needs kids. I am strong driver. Kids would describe me as: Very creative and funny. I love do arts and crafts.
Wilma can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Dedicated and compassionate childcare professional with experience in providing top-notch care to children of all ages and abilities. As a prior nanny and devoted mother with some experience as a behavioral technician in ABA therapy for autism and other diagnoses, I've had the privilege of working with children from diverse...

Karen P.


Newport News, VA

$13-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver For The Summer

I am a special education teacher for students at the elementary level. I have experience teaching students with emotional/behavioral disorders. Specifically, I have experience working with children who have ASD, Asperger's, Bipolar, Anxiety, Depression, ADD, ADHD, as well as learning disorders.

Meleah H.


Newport News, VA

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

My passion for working with children with special needs began as a child as I observed my youngest brother receive early intervention services for speech and OT. As a teenager, I provided care within my neighborhood for a child with autism. After high school, I had a M-F part time job as a caregiver with Public Partnerships for...
My main area of expertise is with ASD. Other things I've been experienced in is seizure attendance and g-tube feeding. Please message me so I can talk about you loved one's specific needs.
I am Wilma and I am 31-year-old I have experience with autistic kids, cerebral palsy and ADHD. I am very patient, warm and lots of attention. Very creative: arts and crafts Dancing and always up to an adventure to engage the kids.
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Heather D.


Yorktown, VA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Everyone Should Be Treated Like Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nurse for 10+ years and most of my work has been with elderly, pediatric, and special needs families. I myself have a grandfather who is 100 years old, and want nothing but the best for him. I may not be able to help care for him (since he is out of state with my parents) but I can help care for your loved ones. I...
Heather can also help with: Respite care, companionship, personal care, hospice services, dementia, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Heather was an absolute gift from the Lord to my family in the final weeks of our Mother's care. We needed her nursing skills, her heart and compassion for those in her care, and her genuine kindness in our home. She was above professional standards that we were...

Ann S.

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Deon S.


Newport News, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated compassionate, reliable, caring caregiver with 15 years of experience working with patients committed to overall patient well-being and help through personal care and energetic engagement skilled in assisting patients with daily living
5.0
"Deon could not schedule to work with 100 year old mother, but she did give a lead for someone else. She was very nice about it. We wanted to hire her."

Kevin G.

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hired Wendy to care for my daughter for a couple weeks. My daughter has never been cared for by anyone outside the family and she is very shy. Wendy was patient, caring and gave her the space she needed to warm up to her. The next time I am in need of child...

Rebecca L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Carrollton, VA

Heather D.

5.0

Heather assisted in my husbands care for about a year and a half. Her caring nature, sense of humor, ability to problem solve issues was amazing during a difficult time. Heather is a dependable trustworthy person who give quality care-giving. My husband needs were great, and she exceeded all of...

- Julie B.

Deon S.

5.0

Deon could not schedule to work with 100 year old mother, but she did give a lead for someone else. She was very nice about it. We wanted to hire her.

- Kevin G.

Wendy O.

5.0

I hired Wendy to care for my daughter for a couple weeks. My daughter has never been cared for by anyone outside the family and she is very shy. Wendy was patient, caring and gave her the space she needed to warm up to her. The next time I am in need of child care, I will definitely hire Wendy...

- Rebecca L.

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