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Special needs caregivers in Decatur, AL

Dana M.


Decatur, AL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

The most rewarding position I have ever done is working with Special Needs Individuals. I have spent the last 4 yrs working with disabled people whether Mentally challenged, Cerebral Palsy, Downs and any other intellectual disability I am MAC Certified and allowed to give medication when scheduled, bathe them, lite housekeeping...

Anna M.


Madison, AL

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a registered nurse in Brazil with a long experience and specializes with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, diabetics, dementia autism and others mental illness, I am currently a nurse assistant (CNA) and licensed Homecare aide (HCA), I have been working with the elderly and developing a good working dynamic with people with...

Julia F.


Madison, AL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a former Educator with a medical background, I also have extensive experience as a Professional Nanny with special interest in Child Care including special needs care. For the past 12 years I have worked as a Nanny and Personal Care Provider. I am a very responsible, loving, caring dependable individual who take her work...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Ms. JJ has been such a blessing for my family. We were looking for someone with a good level of experience to help guide us through the learning curves of our first baby, and she has been wonderful. She has a very open presence and personality, which I have...

Lisa H.

Jianna B.


Madison, AL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Jianna and I am currently a senior at The University of Central Florida studying Health Sciences. My ultimate goal in life is to become a Dentist. A little childcare background about myself, I began working with children my 11th grade year in high school when I started babysitting for a family friend. From...

Teressa B.


Madison, AL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Love Caring For Children And The Elderly

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 30 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. Have raised 4 children of my own, had 8 foster children, and have helped to raise grandchildren and countless nieces and nephews. I have been trained in child psychology and have also worked with autistic and other special needs...
Teressa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Teressa is amazing! My children adore her, I will continue to request her anytime I need my kids cared for. The kiddos have asked multiple times when I am going to call her back over. Additionally, she was fantastic with my dogs. I highly recommended her if you are...

Care member

Rohbecca M.


Athens, AL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA/HHA. Certified Activity Director

I have 25+ years experience working with many different mental disabilities. Even though I have a lot of experience, every person with these type of challenges are different. So, when I start working with these special individuals, I take the time to learn them, their families and their routines. I can truly tell you, that I...

Julia F.


Madison, AL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

SPECIAL NEEDS CAREGIVER

Hi, I'm Judy a committed, responsible, creative, patient, kind and loving Care Provider who takes great pride in providing professional Special Needs Care to Children and Adults of all ages. I've acquired two years of Homeschooling Coach assistance for K12 programs. I hold a BA in Health Services and currently pursing my MBA in...
5.0
"She was always willing to do the extra. My daughter has special needs and Judy was always calm and in control and builded a one on one relationship with her. She made my daughter smile. That gave my whole family time to smile as well."

Leslie B.

Michelle Guadalupe G.


Madison, AL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Play, Learn, Grow With Michelle!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Michelle and I am a trustworthy and experienced babysitter with years of experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. I have had the pleasure of working with families with children ranging from infancy to teen age, including those with special needs and disabilities. I have experience with: -...
Michelle Guadalupe can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more

Marcy H.


Madison, AL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with medically fragile & special needs kids both in the school & home settings for a number of years.
Marcy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Chassity D.


Madison, AL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Single Mom/Caregiver/Special Needs Specialist

Hi, my name is Chassity. I am a single mother of 2 (girl, boy). My daughter is in college; my son is in high school. I am currently working as a teachers aide/substitute for Madison City Schools. I previously worked in the medical field for 10 years. I have worked with special needs children and adults over the last 6 years. I...
Chassity can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Thaynara A.


Huntsville, AL

$13-35/hr10 yrs exp

My Experience

I have 2 siblings who are currently 14 years old and the other is 12 years old. The 14-year-old has autism and moderate mental retardation, the 12-year-old has ADHD and opposing disorder. I am the older sister and I take care of these before I was born. Since I was always careful, I have taken care of the doctors, consultations...

Kendal S.


Madison, AL

$20-26/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am back in the Huntsville/Madison area permanently! Currently accepting new families for the morning (until 2 at latest) M-Th or any time Fri/Sat/Sun. I have been a caregiver for over 8 years now. I have experience caring for a wide variety of children ranging from special needs to foster children to newborns. I also worked...
Kendal can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Samantha J.


Madison, AL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

RN Offering Part-time Child Care!

Hi! My name is Samantha. I am a registered nurse offering part-time child-care! I am available WED-SAT. I am experienced with working with children of all ages as well as children with special needs. I am also very experienced with pet care. Will cook, clean, do laundry if needed. I am CPR certified, creative, caring, and...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Teressa B.


Madison, AL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs People Are Just Like Everyone Else!

Some of my most memorable, meaningful, and rewarding jobs have been taking care of special needs patients.... be they children, teens, young adults, or seniors. I have always seemed to have a special bond with these patients! I was a psychology major in college and that is what I hold my degree in. So I know how to understand...

Tonya H.


Athens, AL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including medication administration, meal preparation and personal care. Passionate about improving patient well-being and independence. Care, skilled at managing...

Marcy H.


Madison, AL

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

This Is My Story.

I would describe my personality as hardworking, caring, compassionate & intuitive. I like caring for seniors because they are inspiring. Each person has a unique & important story. I am looking for a job that allows me to help seniors live their most productive & fulfilled life. In my spare time I like to garden, hike & spend...
Marcy can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, home modification, light cleaning, respite care & more

Jayla G.


Madison, AL

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

I have spent the past year working as a registered behavior technician with children ages 2-18years old that have a range of developmental delays/disorders including autism, ADD/ADHD, and down syndrome. This has provided me with the ability to manage meltdowns and remain aware of possible triggering stimuli.
With a decade of childcare experience under my belt, I've been on quite the adventure. Six of those years were spent at a daycare, and I've even had the privilege of working with special needs children, which taught me a lot about being adaptable and patient. I'm a nature enthusiast and an animal lover, and I find joy in the...
Emerson can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
I am a certified special education teacher. I have a work with students with different disabilities. I am very patient, motivated and would go an extra mile. If you have any questions just send me a message.

Phyllis P.


Madison, AL

$33/hr10 yrs exp

PCA With All Training Certificates For ADL, Have Tooking Care Of All Trys Of Disability , Trats

Hello, My Name is Phyllis Ball. I was born in Ohio but raise in Alabama. I have 2- children, both are grown & live on there own. I am a no-smoker, I have Patient , I also know how to check one sugar and to give insulin. I also know how to wrap wombs, assist with feeding assist with mobility assist with medication's assist with...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Decatur, AL

Julia F.

5.0

Ms. JJ has been such a blessing for my family. We were looking for someone with a good level of experience to help guide us through the learning curves of our first baby, and she has been wonderful. She has a very open presence and personality, which I have thoroughly enjoyed, and my baby loves how...

- Lisa H.

Teressa B.

5.0

Teressa is amazing! My children adore her, I will continue to request her anytime I need my kids cared for. The kiddos have asked multiple times when I am going to call her back over. Additionally, she was fantastic with my dogs. I highly recommended her if you are looking for a reliable, caring...

- Care member

Julia F.

5.0

She was always willing to do the extra. My daughter has special needs and Judy was always calm and in control and builded a one on one relationship with her. She made my daughter smile. That gave my whole family time to smile as well.

- Leslie B.

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