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Find special needs caregivers in Crestwood, KY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Crestwood, KY

The average posted rate is $12/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 2 years

Special needs caregivers in Crestwood, KY

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Sherri S.


Louisville, KY

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

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I worked 25 years in the Medical field as an X-ray and Ct technologist. Worked for the past 5 years for a care giving company. Past year working for myself. I enjoy working and helping people who have the need for help. Love the interaction of people I care for. References available.
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Mofoluwaso A.


Louisville, KY

$13-25/hr10 yrs exp

SPECIAL CARE NEEDS.

2.3

(3)

Hello, my name is Mofoluwaso. I am a nurse and a caregiver here. I have great experience caring for people at any age. I have rendered services to people in and around the community. I'll care for your special needs loved ones as though they're mine. My rates are considerably great and I have huge flexibility with time based on...
5.0
"Janet was absolutely amazing with our son who is disabled & special needs. E. is 9 years old, he has cerebral palsy, a quadriplegic and requires complete assistance, he also does not speak. Janet fed E, gave his meds and fully cared for him like she was a part of...

Ashley C.

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Sydney F.


Louisville, KY

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

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I have worked in many mental health settings providing behavioral support as well as therapeutic services.
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Alaina R.


Simpsonville, KY

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

A little bit about me is that I am a Christian, I love working out, going on walks, spending time with friends and family, and shopping! I have worked with children in many capacities. I have mentored students at an elementary school as a part of my early childhood development classes taken in high school. I have also been a...
Alaina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Anna S.


Louisville, KY

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist - Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate from The Ohio State University with a doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I am in search of part- or full-time child or older adult care employment prior to the start of my full-time OT job. I have worked closely with both children and adults in various care positions including as a teaching assistant at...
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Olivia G.


Louisville, KY

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist

8 years of unpaid volunteer work through Best Buddies and the Special Olympics. 1 year of paid work through the Autism Behavioral Center working 1-1 with 2 clients separately in the home and in the center for peer interaction through structured activities. This work is to collect data while with the client, family, and BCBA or...
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Christina Y.


Louisville, KY

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

DSP/CNA/Home Manager

I'm a CNA that has been working in private home care in the disabled adults community for the last 10 years. I have provided care to those who live with physical, intellectual, developmental, and mental disabilities, and the elderly. I'm experienced in homehealth, which includes personal care, ambulating, transfers, bedside...
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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Before attending IUS, I attended WKU in Bowling Green, KY. I was a tutor for student disabilities for two years and loved it!!!
5.0
"Keshia is such a positive light and a true role model. She arrived early, with a smile on her face and ready to engage with our son. She is every positive thing you could imagine a babysitter/individual to be! She is kind, compassionate, friendly, intelligent,...

Nicole P.

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Montgomery A.


Louisville, KY

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Dr. Monte

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Great guy who is Fun, Caring available to help your family! I have years of experience and I am looking for some part time work as I have some extra free time. I have raised 4 of my own children to adulthood and now I am available to you! I have a son with autism, I have worked in a group home and have all kinds of experience...
5.0
"I worked for Monti A. in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He taught me everything I needed to know to perform my job, and took the time to show me when I didn't understand. He's very personable and has a lot of patience with employees and customers. He worked a lot of hours...

Jean W.

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Karen H.


Louisville, KY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Specializing In Cognitive Disabilities PRN

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I currently work full time with adults with traumatic brain injuries as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in a community based setting. I have worked in this setting for 10 years, and I also have experience working with elders in SNF setting. I am looking to pick up PRN work in evenings or weekends.
5.0
"Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!"

Trish L.

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Anne M.


Jeffersonville, IN

$18-40/hr

Educator For Unique Learners

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I want to be your child's tutor! Weekly and monthly rates are available. I have hands-on personal experience with special needs children, specifically dyslexia and autism. I design curriculum to fit each student's learning styles and can tutor in all academic subjects. For several years I volunteered at my church Sunday...
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Selena S.


Shelbyville, KY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with 8 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My previous babysitting roles allowed me to discover my knack for caring for children, and I'm excited to bring my skills to your family. I consider myself patient, calm, creative, and...
Selena can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Selena is EXCELLENT. She has cared for and bonded with my daughter as if she were her own. She is proactive and always keeping a watchful eye over my daughter with the best care possible. Selena has gone above and beyond scheduling us last minute too! Highly...

Lindsay V.

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Jewel A.


Louisville, KY

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Jewel,

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'd love to meet and get to know your family! I am non-smoking, punctual, dependable, honest and easy going. I have worked with children from the cradle to geriatric care. I have many years of experience working with Developmentally delayed and Medically involved individuals. My children are grown now (all 5 of them!) and I am...
5.0
"Jewel has been a real blessing to our family. She is patient, resourceful, caring, and has helped us in very many ways, especially in creating appropriate structure in my daughter's routines and in ongoing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She has experience...

Greta R.

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Liz S.


Louisville, KY

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Traveling The Path With You

I have 22 years + of special education experience, as a Board Certified teacher, special Education teacher, and tutor. I travel life paths with families, and help navigate the bumps in the road. Please ask for my references and resume.
5.0
"Very friendly and engaging. Gets to know the child and what makes them tick. Works on their strengths and weaknesses. Very organized and easy to get along. Very involved with parents, child and the school. Highly recommend."

Deborah L.

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Moriah M.


Jeffersonville, IN

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Baby Sitter/Nanny Available

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I love working with children building trust and friendships with them so they are comfortable and happy with their babysitter. My experience includes: working Kids club, working with multiple families including one for over a year transporting three kids to and from school and sports, overnight care for two different families...
Moriah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Moriah is absolutely amazing!! She is such a sweet young lady and the most important thing she has done for my husband and I is given us a peace of mind. While babysitting our kiddos for 3 days we knew they were safe, having fun and being well taken care of. All 3...

Jennifer A.

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Anne M.


Jeffersonville, IN

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Natural Teacher With Child Friendly Methods

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I would love to provide care for your children, tidy your home, prepare healthy foods, and provide an area of ease and comfort in your life for you. Pets are welcome. I can drive children in a safe and clean car. I am flexible and maintain excellent communication with my clients. On average I am with a single client for five...
Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Anne worked with my oldest daughter in the summers for multiple years and alo during the school year this last year. She was very helpful with everything that our daughter needed extra work on. She was very kind and prepared. Our daughter looked forward to her days...

Kiela Z.

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Lakeshia W.


Louisville, KY

$14-19/hr14 yrs exp

Vet Nanny

Hired by 52 families in your neighborhood

Hello to All, My name is Keshia. Born and raised in Louisville, KY. I left recently for four years and just to live in Miami, FL where I was a nanny for celebrities/ high profile clients. I became a caregiver at as child as I'am the eldest of six kids. In 2008 and 2009, my freshman and sophomore year in college I was a note...
Lakeshia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lakeshia was fantastic! We hired her for two full days for our 8 year old. She helped with homework, took our daughter out for activities, made meals and, most of all, made our daughter comfortable and happy. She was communicative and responsible -- 100%...

Dre S.

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Leslie M.


Louisville, KY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a certified nurse assistant I've been working for 34 years in the nursing field providing love Companion Care for the elderly and special needs in their home and hospitals and Facilities it's a joy to be a help to someone in need as well as comfort for the family knowing that their loved ones are in good hands this is a...
Leslie can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Emma R.


Louisville, KY

$8-10/hr4 yrs exp

I am a reliable, disciplined and honest individual. I am experienced in preparing and providing meals to children as well as keeping them amused and entertained. I have a sister with disabilities (cerebral palsy), so I also have experience with special needs children.
Emma can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Crestwood, KY

Mofoluwaso A.

5.0

Janet was absolutely amazing with our son who is disabled & special needs. E. is 9 years old, he has cerebral palsy, a quadriplegic and requires complete assistance, he also does not speak. Janet fed E, gave his meds and fully cared for him like she was a part of the family which she is now...

- Ashley C.

Lakeshia W.

5.0

Keshia worked with our family for a few months helping us take care of our 8-year-old child who is in the autistic spectrum. She was wonderful with him. She is very sweet, honest, and always on time.

- Care member

Montgomery A.

5.0

Mr. Monty was a loved student assistant to my autistic 12 year old. Everyone at the center loved working with him. He took a special interest in the areas that interested my son so they were buddies from the first week. The rapport he built with my son was incredible.

- Patricia R.

Karen H.

5.0

Karen was very helpful for post operative care assistance I hired her for. She helped with bathing and wound care and was very professional with a great personality. I plan to use her again!

- Trish L.

Selena S.

5.0

Selena is EXCELLENT. She has cared for and bonded with my daughter as if she were her own. She is proactive and always keeping a watchful eye over my daughter with the best care possible. Selena has gone above and beyond scheduling us last minute too! Highly recommend if you are looking for the...

- Lindsay V.

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