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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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Brenda E.


Claremont, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Care For Your Loved One At Home. Response Within 24 Hrs.

4.8

(23)

Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

My name is Brenda. I am 49 years young having raised four children , all having graduated from high school and one , from college. I was a PTA member in my children's school as well as Girl Scout volunteer for my girls troop, all while keeping a full schedule with My sons medical appointments and special needs while attending...
Brenda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Miss Brenda showed up early every week and communicated clearly. My kids were well taken care of and my home was clean and tidy when I arrived home from work. Caring for a 5 & 6 year old is very challenging and Brenda definitely stepped up to the plate!"

Mario R.

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Brenda E.


Claremont, VA

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Hi My name is Brenda. Im 47 and the mother of 4 adult children, one with Autism Spectrum disorder . I'm experienced in helping children, and the elderly . I have many years of personal experience by helping to take care of my grandmother, who had Alzheimer's as well as mobility issues. My mother had Stage 4 breast /bone...
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Maryann A.


Williamsburg, VA

$20-31/hr10 yrs exp

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: Live-in home care, personal 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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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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Christina C.


Williamsburg, VA

$14-34/hr10 yrs exp

Drop Off Or Pick Up

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have watched infants toddlers and kindergarten kids . I would say I have a very normal and healthy instinct. I can drop your Kids off or pick them up ( as long as the safety car seat is provided) .
5.0
"Christina watched my special needs teenage daughter for me and was absolutely phenomenal with her. My daughter is non verbal but Christina was so nurturing and kind and they connected right away and she made my daughter feel so safe. My daughter loved her so much...

Angela S.

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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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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 9 years. I've worked with Long term care, Hospice, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special needs, Skilled/Therapy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She...

Jackie R.

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CNA

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

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Monika S.


Williamsburg, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Previously employed as Residential Instructor for ID/DD Adults. Provided assistance by writing Training Programs, Service Plans, monitor financial spending, assisted with medial, dental, and psychological care. Social interaction and all aspects of daily living. Worked in collaboration with Case Managers, family members, and...
5.0
"Monika has only been with us for two weeks but we love love love her. She provides safe transportation for my sister who has Alzheimer's. My sister and I both felt an immediate connection with Monika. My sister feels very comfortable with her which is so...

Lorraine S.

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Monika S.


Williamsburg, VA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

In-Home Child Care Provider Available FT/PT Safe, Loving, Nurturing Environment

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

It is my desire to provide loving, safe, and nurturing care for your child. I believe that all children are a blessing and should be treated as such. I am CPR/First Aid certified and trained to administer medication through MAT. I have availability evening, late evening, and overnights. Care will be provided in the family's...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Monika has been caring for my four month old baby girl for a little over a month now. She's very dependable and does a great job with her. When I leave my little one in her care, I do not worry because I know Monika will take good care of her. Very delightful...

Cassandra M.

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Fawne B.


Newport News, VA

$10-15/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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, 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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jennifer J.


Disputanta, VA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of 3 With Childcare Experience Of 20+ Years

I have over 20 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have 3 children, 2 of which have special needs. I have a 5-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...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Devon N.


Williamsburg, VA

$10-20/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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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

CPR

Early Education

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dendron, VA

Brenda E.

5.0

Miss Brenda showed up early every week and communicated clearly. My kids were well taken care of and my home was clean and tidy when I arrived home from work. Caring for a 5 & 6 year old is very challenging and Brenda definitely stepped up to the plate!

- Mario R.

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.

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.

Christina C.

5.0

Christina watched my special needs teenage daughter for me and was absolutely phenomenal with her. My daughter is non verbal but Christina was so nurturing and kind and they connected right away and she made my daughter feel so safe. My daughter loved her so much she would be sad when she would...

- Angela S.

Elizabeth W.

5.0

This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She brought items from her own home such...

- Jackie R.

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