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Special needs caregivers in Dendron, VA

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Daisy J.


Dendron, VA

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Daisy. I am a retired social worker of 25 years. I'm also a former residential home provider for individuals with disabilities/special needs. I would love to assist your love one as needed. You will not disappointed.
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Maryann A.


Williamsburg, VA

$25-31/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced senior/elderly and special need care provider CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant). I I work very well with patients that has special needs. interact with the elderly and infirm very well. I enjoy caring for them, talking with them and participating in their activities. Actually, I am very strong in Senior...
Maryann can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"I highly recommend Maryann to help you with your frail senior family member. She is caring and attentive. She also goes the extra mile, willing and able to lend a hand with housekeeping and organizing."

Denise A.

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Cherita B.


Newport News, VA

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Services

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I provide senior care services. I have been in the healthcare field for 20+ years, CPR-BLS certified, COVID, Influenza vaccinated, criminal and motor vehicle background check is part of my portfolio. I go above and beyond to care for you and your loved one. Please see below for services I provide and feel free to check out my...
Cherita can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Cherita takes her job very seriously. She is very concerned about the care and wellbeing of our elderly. She is a very dedicated, hardworking, and dependable individual. She is very passionate about her job, and enjoys her time with her clients."

Tierney R.

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Kayla B.


Williamsburg, VA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Three A's: Attentive, Active, And Accepting!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have over 5 years of experience (volunteer and paid) looking after children and adults with varying disabilities. I also know basic sign language (such as sit, eat, wait, thank you, etc.). I have experience with in-home care and in community settings with individuals and groups! I know how important experience and trust...
5.0
"Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic, honest, and takes initiative. Kayla follows instructions, asks good questions, and is a good communicator. I trust her completely...

Jean R.

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Maryann A.


Williamsburg, VA

$20-30/hr

Full Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with patients with Autism, bi-polar and other special needs. I tend to work well with these types of patients I have family that also have special needs. I would welcome the opportunity to work with these patients again.
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Anita S.


Newport News, VA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several years in assistance with Special needs patients. I'm Caring, Compassionate, and willing to learn your way of attending your loved one. My extensive background includes, working in healthcare, and pharmacy. I assist with daily ADL's Bathing, Dressing, Feeding. I also, do light meals, Dr. visits, errands, etc.
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Linda R.


Fort Eustis, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Previous Daycare/preschool Owner/director

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Cheerful, Kind, Compassionate Dependable, and Trustworthy I have four grown children of my own and hundreds out there that have forever touched my heart. I have many years of experience in childcare including several types of special needs. I owned and operated a daycare/preschool for 12 years. Also experienced with school...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Was very polite and gave plenty of attention to my son and tended to his needs! "

Care member

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Kennedy D.


Williamsburg, VA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I love interacting and caring for children. I have been babysitting for 3 years, and have experience caring for children with special needs. My passion is early childhood development and American Sign Language. My goals are to become an educational interpreter. I am responsible, reliable, and hard working. I'm looking...
Kennedy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"This was our first time going away with our 7 month old and our first time letting someone else watch him. I wasn't too sure at first because it takes him time to warm up with others even relatives but he warmed up pretty quickly with Kennedy! I immediately felt...

James M.

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Melissa M.


Disputanta, VA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Detail-oriented Caregiver!

I'd describe my personality as kind, compassionate, and fun. I like caring for seniors because I enjoy helping people. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help others part-time and still spend time with my young children. I started caring for seniors when I began working with individuals with special needs including...
Melissa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, personal care, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

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Allison S.


Williamsburg, VA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a childcare provider for over 20 years. I have been employed as a teacher's assistant/childcare provider at a couple of day care centers in town, and also cared for children in and out of my home. I have worked with different age groups, from newborn to 13 yrs. My husband and I have cared for a foster child, and...
Allison can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Yamiesse L.


Newport News, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have home healthcare and companion senior experience working with various populations such as elderly, developmentally disabled, special needs, Alzheimer's/dementia and traumatic brain injury survivors. I'm able to provide Part Time Home Care as a caregiver or companion, preferably weekends and/or evenings. Caregiver services...
Yamiesse can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Fawne B.


Newport News, VA

$13-15/hr20 yrs exp

Compassionate And Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am very experienced with caring and working with infants and school age children. I currently work in the school system as a paraprofessional. I have also worked with children with special needs.
Fawne can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Bronwyn W.


Williamsburg, VA

$18-22/hr6 yrs exp

I'm An Enthusiastic Kid, Book, And Music Lover!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been caring for kids since I was strong enough to pick them up. I believe kids have hidden wisdom and perspectives to teach adults, and love to surround myself with their curious, passionate attitudes towards life. I have child care experience in a variety of settings, including large group, bilingual, and special...
Bronwyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Devon N.


Williamsburg, VA

$13-20/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello, my name is Devon! I am reliable, encouraging, energetic, kind and have worked with children for 9+ years. I have over 4 years experience with special needs children and young adults. Playing outside, getting crafty, reading and writing, and learning to explore and appreciate where we live are some of the things I believe...
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Jennifer J.


Disputanta, VA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of 3 With Childcare Experience Of 20+ Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience. I have 3 children of my own, 2 of which have special needs. I have a 7-year-old with profound autism, she is non verbal and has a high level of needs. I also have a daughter with a bleeding disorder and other physical needs. I am very comfortable with children who have extra needs to include...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Naomi N.


Newport News, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a substitute English teacher and CNA. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages. I specialize in special needs and physical disabilities. Thank you.
Naomi can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lynsie M.


Newport News, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider!

I believe children deserve high-quality childcare. I am a teacher at a school for autism. I am pursuing a bachelor's degree in special education. In 2020 I earned my associate's degree in early childhood education. I have five years of lead teacher experience. I have two beautiful children of my own; one is 17, and one is 15. I...
Lynsie can also help with: Travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Concierge services provided to special needs. I am an independently owned business, criminal background check, motor vehicle background check, and vaccines up to date.
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Nicole M.


Williamsburg, VA

$15-26/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable And Trustworthy Caregiver

Hello! I am a certified nursing assistant with 2 years experience caring for all age groups. I am CPR and first aide certified. I also have experience caring to special needs patients. I have experience working in a pediatric unit and I am also a master diaper changer!
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Elizabeth W.


Windsor, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time - Full-time Depending On Which Days/hours During The Week/weekend Senior Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Mother of 3 boys. I enjoy helping people big, small, young and young at heart. I have experience with youngsters from my own and in my younger years. My more recent care experience is with more aged individuals for the last 12 years. I've worked with Long term care, Hospice, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special needs, Skilled/Therapy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dendron, VA

Maryann A.

5.0

I highly recommend Maryann to help you with your frail senior family member. She is caring and attentive. She also goes the extra mile, willing and able to lend a hand with housekeeping and organizing.

- Denise A.

Cherita B.

5.0

Cherita takes her job very seriously. She is very concerned about the care and wellbeing of our elderly. She is a very dedicated, hardworking, and dependable individual. She is very passionate about her job, and enjoys her time with her clients.

- Tierney R.

Kayla B.

5.0

Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic, honest, and takes initiative. Kayla follows instructions, asks good questions, and is a good communicator. I trust her completely with my family member.

- Jean R.

Linda R.

5.0

Was very polite and gave plenty of attention to my son and tended to his needs!

- Care member

Kennedy D.

5.0

This was our first time going away with our 7 month old and our first time letting someone else watch him. I wasn't too sure at first because it takes him time to warm up with others even relatives but he warmed up pretty quickly with Kennedy! I immediately felt relieved, he was so happy and content...

- James M.

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