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29 special needs caregivers are listed in Citra, FL

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Citra, FL

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Janice D.


Citra, FL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate, courteous, prompt and dependable individual. I have worked in various fields of the medical field for 15+ years. I receive great satisfaction in helping others. I am experienced with senior care and all it entails. I have worked with Alzheimer's and dementia patients. I have worked with G tube feedings, NG...
Janice can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Janice took care of my 91 year old mother in our home. She had mom on a schedule, took her outside for walks, kept her appointments with home nurses and physical therapists. She is a caring, organized caretaker that made it possible for us to go to work and have...

Susan B.

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Emmanuel S.


Citra, FL

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

All my life I have been working, providing care to people either providing customer service or care to the elderly. This is something I enjoy doing and help every one on my path to have a better life.
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Brylee S.


Citra, FL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

I have been employed and cared for two special needs people. A 29-year-old who needed assistance with feeding, going to the bathroom, speaking, and transportation. The other person was a 2-year-old with shaken baby syndrome who needed assistance with all of the above, sign language, and walking. I have enjoyed my time as a...
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Brianna M.


Citra, FL

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Brianna

Hello, I am a Special Needs Paraprofessional. I have worked with children that are K-5 for 2 years. As well as regularly care for my two nieces and other children. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for your time.
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Heidi S.


Ocala, FL

$15-17/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For A Part-Time Child Care And/Or Occasional Babysitting

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a responsible 45-year-old Mom. I am very patient, positive, nurturing, kind, fun-loving, and most of all, attentive to children in my care. 8yrs experience as a nanny. Newborn to 12 years old. I also have cared for a special needs child with autism and Down syndrome. *Certified Newborn Care Specialist *10 yrs Dental...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Silvia S.


Ocala, FL

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hispanic female originally from Colombia raised in Miami. Looking for extra income. caregiver for elderly and special needs. Have a clean background, excellent driver, non smoker and a Christian.
Silvia can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Sylvia was awesome. She is organized, dependable and a very caring person. We were very happy to have her as a caregiver for mom. I reccomend her very highly. "

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Jessica A.


Ocala, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Summer Nanny/Babysitter. Special Needs Paraprofessional. Billingual, Experienced, reliable, fun, loving, healthy, College Educated, Nanny looking for a nice, happy family. I love reading, doing arts and crafts, going for walks, swimming, or any activity your kids like. I try not to use electric devices, unless it's something...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My daughter hired Jessica and she has done a wonderful job! She took care my grandson since he was a new born baby until he recently turned 18 month to daycare. We called Jessica as our "Angle Nanny"! She is highly educated, we were so lucky to hire her!"

Bilan L.

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Buffie S.


Ocala, FL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Mom With A Passion For Helping People Live Their Best Life.

I am a friendly, reliable, professional, compassionate, caregiver with a passion for helping people live their best lives. I have worked with children and adults with Autism, ADHD, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Bipolar Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy and other disabilities. Cheerful, kind, respectful, and patient Reliable,...
5.0
"Buffie has been nothing but fantastic with my autistic son. She is reliable, caring, and just goes above and beyond! "

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Alexis P.


Ocala, FL

$13-14/hr2 yrs exp

I have always had a passion for offering care and compassion to others. During the school year I work full time with special needs students of the most medically fragile population. I love my job and the joy it brings me interacting with each student everyday, I hope to graduate with my bachelors degree soon and become a special...
Alexis can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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Makalla P.


Interlachen, FL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

EXPERIENCED

Coming from a diverse family of all walks of life I consider myself very experienced. Being a mom myself to a special needs child has taught me a lot. Compassion, empathy, patience is some of my strong characteristics I possess. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Alexis P.


Ocala, FL

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Alexis P. Special Education Caregiver

During the school year I work full time with the more severe special needs student population. Every day I am charged with feeding, changing, ambulating, positioning, child engagement, as well as strong skills in regards to G-Tube feeding, seizure awareness and medication administration. I love my job very much as I had an aunt...
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Heidi S.


Ocala, FL

$13-17/hr

Special Needs Care

I have experience caring for 2 special needs persons. One was 8 years old with Down syndrome and Autism. Non verbal required feeding & diaper changes. The other was a 20-year-old with severe epilepsy and undiagnosable brain issues. She was non verbal and required feeding and schedules bathroom assistance or diapers changes when...
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Angela C.


Ocala, FL

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Care Giver - Mental Health

Hi! I'm Angela. I'm a trained Social Worker with my Master Degree. I've worked in mental health fields and psychiatry facilities. I worked primarily with children and adolescents. I am a retired veteran. I have open availability.
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Kristen H.


Ocala, FL

$15/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Kristen. I have a strong background in non-profit work, working with animals, and volunteering. Others have always described my personality as calm, patient, and kind. I am a mom of three boys 8, 7, and 6 years old. I have 8+ years of experience caring for a special needs child which was my job throughout my teen...
Kristen can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Suzanna M.


Ocala, FL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate & a great listener. I enjoy being around kids as I have five of my own with my last two being twin boys!! I'm looking to earn income by helping families on an ongoing or as needed basis. I started working with kids in my teen years. Parents in the neighborhood would...
Suzanna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Mikail J.


Ocala, FL

$13/hr1 yrs exp

Overnight/Weekend Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I generally go by Mika, cause it's easier to pronounce. I have about 5 years experience caring for small children, and I have a BS is Interdisciplinary Studies in which I majored in both Psychology and Criminal Justice. I am actually working to get my childcare certification (DCF 40 hr training). I like engaging kids...
Mikail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello I have worked with kids for 1 year I have worked with special needs children as well. I love nannying it's such a rewarding job. I'm open to interactive activities park helping with homework whatever it may be. I was a maid for a few years so I have no issues cleaning up during the day or helping with household things. If...
Diamond can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Livi E.


Ocala, FL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With An Array Of Abilities!

I'd describe my personality as adaptable, honest, and nurturing I started working with kids when I was a ski instructor back in 2017. That is where I started to learn how to care for all age ranges, both child and adult, with special needs. In my spare time, I like to focus on my work as a college student studying in...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Titiana B.


Silver Springs, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Always Smile

I have about 14 year experience plus more experience special need children plus my daughter that was a preemie 10 year ago have I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping any kind errands you need
Titiana can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alexis P.


Ocala, FL

$13-16/hr10 yrs exp

I have always had a passion for offering care and compassion to others. During the school year I work full time with special needs students of the most medically fragile population. I love my job and the joy it brings me interacting with each student everyday, I hope to graduate with my bachelors degree soon and become a special...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Citra, FL

Janice D.

5.0

Janice cared for my father who had Parkinson’s and developing dementia for over two years. She was reliable, kind, caring and I can’t recommend her highly enough.

- Care member

Silvia S.

5.0

Sylvia was awesome. She is organized, dependable and a very caring person. We were very happy to have her as a caregiver for mom. I reccomend her very highly.

- Care member

Jessica A.

5.0

Jessica is the best person you can hire to take care of your kids. She is great with kids. She is not just a nanny, but also becomes a family friend to us. You can totally trust her. My kids love her. We appreciate all the help she has given us. I am a very picky person when it comes to hiring...

- Anita P.

Buffie S.

5.0

I hired the Buffie for help with my mother who has Alzheimer’s. It was clear to me immediately that Buffie had experience in this area of care, as her skill level and knowledge were apparent. She is very kind and caring, and I would not hesitate to hire her as again if I needed her services.

- Care member

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