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Debbie M.


Colonial Heights, VA

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Care

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I have experience with disable elderly clients. Helping people is a passion of mine. I would love to help you with your family member.
I worked at Dominion Youth Services for 4 yrs caring for Autistic children. I am a very patient person and understand there needs. Always willing to help others. I am CPR and First Aid certified. Always on time and very dependable. I am looking for a full time job that is ongoing.
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Loretta M.


Chester, VA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Assistant/Lifestyle Manager

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about helping families with balancing their lives. I'm CPR, AED, and first aid certified. I have experience working with seniors, and youth. I have experience supporting people with Parkinson's, autism, and mental and cognitive delays.
5.0
"Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the client maintain it."

Lynn S.

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Ashley W.


Chester, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience supporting a variety of people with their activities of daily living. This includes nutrition and feeding as well as (modified diets and swallowing disorders). I am CPR/FA/AED certified and trained in medical management. I have extensive knowledge of medical assistive devices. I am experienced in...
5.0
"Ashley is very caring and will do anything for the person she works for she has a heart of gold. Ashley will go beyond any expectation. I would hire her again in a minute no questions asked."

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Sandra A.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Super Experienced Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have raised one beautiful daughter and helped raise my three beautiful godchildren , who are now grown. I worked in the corporate world for many years until 2 years ago when I took my first job as a nanny of 3 beautiful girls. It was an amazing. 2-1/2 year experience... and I still see the girls occasionally. I have...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sandy, was an awesome loving nanny to my 3 girls. I needed someone in a pinch because my previous nanny bailed on me last minute, and she was there! She has cared for my girls (10,8,2) for the last 2.5 yrs while I was in full time school. She is dependable and...

Jessica B.

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Kayla R.


Chester, VA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Loving & Patient Caregiver

I have years of experience caring for people with all kinds of disabilities. I was a personal aide from 2017 until 2020 when I finished Lpn school. From there I continued to work in psych, geriatrics, and hospice care. I love forming bonds with all my patients and becoming their friend!
5.0
"Kayla was with us for 18 months assisting our young adult daughter with ADL's & IADL's. There are so many adjectives to describe her: warm, loving, consistent, punctual, and dedicated come to mind. Her nursing knowledge enable her to attend some doctor's...

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Charice M.


Petersburg, VA

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Paraprofessional Seeking For A Part-Time Employment Or Full-Time Summer Employment

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I work in an educational staffing company as a paraprofessional, often visiting for various schools throughout Montgomery County. Most of the schools are elementary and high schools within the school districts. My roles range from providing one-on-one assistance as a special education aide to assisting teachers within the...
5.0
"Being from another state(NY) to travel for a medical procedure. I was very very surprised and comfortable with Charice, She was very professional as well as warm and caring. She took very good medical care of me. I had nothing to worry about. She had all procedures...

Stacey S.

Hello! I have worked within this field since 2018. I am passionate about caring for others, whether these are senior individuals, those with special needs or children. I am a kind, laid back person that genuinely enjoys helping others. You can feel relieved in knowing I am CPR/First Aid certified, along with...
Aprille can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep, companionship
Hi my name is Melissa and I am a in-home healthcare worker. I have been doing in-home health for 9 years and absolutely love it! I am dependable and reliable and have my own transportation. I have references from other families i've cared for in the past. My availability is Monday through Friday 1pm-9 p.m. I've cared for ill...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Mikayla B.


Virginia State University, VA

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I Am 16 Years Old.

As a dedicated caretaker with over 2. 5 years of experience, I have a strong background in providing exceptional care for individuals of all ages. My expertise includes childcare and special needs care, while ensuring a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment. I am committed to learning and staying updated on the best...
Mikayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Riley J.


Chester, VA

$18/hr3 yrs exp

A Bit About Me :)

I'd describe my personality as Creative, gentle, and outgoing. In my spare time, I like to do pottery, play board games, and do outdoor activities. I started working with kids when I was in highschool starting with several nights a week. I was then a nanny for 6 months during college. I now work at a preschool academy! I am...
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Maureen M.


Petersburg, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Your Special One

While raising my three children, I kept a child with Down syndrome and also a girl with Cerebral Palsy. I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of their development and enjoying the success of them today. My experience with my grandson having cochlear implants, involved in his progress and development has been very rewarding to me.
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Ivette G.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

BS In Child Development And Family Living

I have 10 years experience working for with children. I worked in foster care for six years and currently I am a Part time child watch associate.
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Ashley W.


Chester, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Child/Infant/Adult/Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I ran an in-home daycare for 5 years as well as volunteered at the local elementary school assisting teachers for 12 years and raised two children of my own. available for child care
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Allison T.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

I have been around kids my entire life! In middle school I started babysitting for families with newborns, multiple kids, and kids with special needs. In my high school years I spent my summers as a lifeguard ensuring kids safety while playing in the water. In my college/post college years I have worked as an assistant preschool...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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Kathlein B.


Chester, VA

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

Kat's In Home Caregiver

Hi my name is Kat I would love the opportunity to work with and care for the elderly and adults with special needs. I have had experience in the past with helping family members and aging friends of my family which has helped me discover a true passion. Some of the daily activities I have assisted with are meal preparation,...
Kathlein can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, personal care, errands & more
Hi, I'm Kyla! I have four years of experience in childcare, including three years in a special needs room at a public school and one year in a2-year-old classroom at a daycare. I am CPR certified and enjoy creating engaging, fun, and educational activities for children. I am dedicated to providing a nurturing and safe...
Kyla can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Rhonda F.


Petersburg, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Aid

Many years of Experience Super Dedicated to my work and the Love I hold for others. Mother to young Adults and two Grand dogs. polite Clean well Mannered. Waiting to care for you or your loved one.
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Hannah S.


Hopewell, VA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I think children with special needs are the sweetest, most precious people ever. I have now nannied for two children with autism in the past and I loved them! I'm looking for a family to become close with for the next season of life.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colonial Heights, VA

Loretta M.

5.0

Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the client maintain it.

- Lynn S.

Ashley W.

5.0

Ashley is very caring and will do anything for the person she works for she has a heart of gold. Ashley will go beyond any expectation. I would hire her again in a minute no questions asked.

- Care member

Sandra A.

5.0

Sandy is extremely compassionate toward children and the elderly. She truly desires what is best for them individually. We have literally been friends since were we babies. So I can tell you she is honest & trustworthy. She also has a wonderful sense of humor. You will know what she thinks because...

- Sherry M.

Kayla R.

5.0

Kayla was with us for 18 months assisting our young adult daughter with ADL's & IADL's. There are so many adjectives to describe her: warm, loving, consistent, punctual, and dedicated come to mind. Her nursing knowledge enable her to attend some doctor's appointments on our behalf. She has...

- Care member

Charice M.

5.0

Being from another state(NY) to travel for a medical procedure. I was very very surprised and comfortable with Charice, She was very professional as well as warm and caring. She took very good medical care of me. I had nothing to worry about. She had all procedures and follow up care and medication...

- Stacey S.

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