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Find special needs caregivers in Desert Hot Springs, CA that you’ll love

41 special needs caregivers are listed in Desert Hot Springs, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Desert Hot Springs, CA

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Richelle S.


Palm Desert, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Richelle and I have been working with children all of my life. I grew up caring for my two sisters, one much younger than me and one with cognitive impairments. I have experience working with children of all ages, and have 15 years experience working with special needs, mild to moderate. I am comfortable with...
Richelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Richelle is an outstanding caregiver. She is reliable, adaptable and ready to swing into action. She hit the ground running with my 3 children and due to her natural and authentic character, my kids took to her instantly. I would recommend her and I will continue...

Paul L.

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Lisa M.


Palm Desert, CA

$35-47/hr10 yrs exp

Minister, Mom, Cared For My Daughter With Cancer,Former Caterer, I Care About People's Lives. Van

I babysit from my home. Parents are welcome to stop by and check up on their kids. and help with special needs. I would need to pick up my kids from school. Sunday's I go with my family to church. I travel about Every few months to preach for a short time. Am also a published author. . I prepared her food, took her to doctor...
5.0
"I have known Lisa for many years and she is an amazing lady. She has a loving, generous and caring spirit. She is a wonderful mom to her own children. Lisa knows how to make people of all ages feel valued and special. When she lived in the Bay Area, she reached...

Melinda R.

I am a parent of four children and also assist in caring for my brother who has special needs. In addition, I provide childcare for a family, looking after their five children aged between 6 months and 16 years. I take pride in being dependable, diligent, and trustworthy. Furthermore, I have a dependable vehicle and am available...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Eydie G.


Banning, CA

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hey there! I'm Eydie, and I'm a super patient, caring, and dependable caregiver for kids of all ages. I'm registered through Trustline. I'm covid-19 vaccinated, and CPR certified. I've learned a lot through my Early Childhood Development coursework and have experience as an Elementary Teacher's Aide, Childcare Provider, and also...
Eydie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

Hi I'm Summer! I am currently a Junior in college in the Los Angeles area and I'm here in Palm Desert for the beginning of the Summer! I have been babysitting since I was about 14 years old. I have experience working with kids of all ages and spent time volunteering at the boys and girls club working with kids with special...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, a little about me. I have been in the childcare business since 1995. I have taken "Child Oriented" college classes at OSU Scholars for Excellence in child care, Red lands and the University of Oklahoma. I closed my daycare center in 2017. I was not only the owner but also the Director. My child care center was voted the...
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Dorina W.


Banning, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is DORINA. I have 20+ years of experience in childcare. I am a single mom of a special needs teenage son. I am reliable, trustworthy, patient and specialize in working with toddlers and special needs children. Fingerprinted through the Dept. of Justice and Trustline certified. Comfortable with pets and working in...
Dorina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

First Aid

My mother had a severe stroke years ago and outside of the nursing home, I was her primary caregiver. I also have a mentally handicapped brother-in-law and I have been his primary caregiver for many years when he's in town for holidays. I am very comfortable around people with special needs, no matter the age! I am very...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, transportation, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
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Karla A.


Indio, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Karla and I am from Bermuda Dunes, Ca. I have a strong background in early childhood education in addition to being a mother and most recently, a grandmother. I earned my Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from College of the Desert in 1998. I have held positions as a Head Start and State...
Karla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alicia M.


Banning, CA

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked with Older Adults with Special Needs/ Dementia , Memory problems, anxiety issues, or just in need of a Smile and a friendly helping Hand .
Alicia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, transportation, meal prep, respite care, errands & more
Hello! My name is Katie, I am 24 years old. I currently am getting my masters in special education. With years of experience in child care, including specialized care for children with special needs, I bring a deep understanding and compassionate approach to every family I work with. I've had the privilege of caring for a little...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Kaffrey H.


Palm Desert, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver, Sitter For All Ages Even Seniors. Have Experience With All Ages. Private, Facilities.

Hello, My name is Kaffrey 47-year-old female. Little bit about myself. Originally from WI, grew up in the Santa Barbara area and have been in the desert for 8 years in which I've been doing elderly care, babysitting, dog walking etc. I have so much passion for helping others. I'm a very outgoing, personable, kind, loving,...
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Nkume R.


Yucca Valley, CA

$35-49/hr8 yrs exp

Compasionate

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, Thank you for considering my profile. I am a compassionate and very organized caregiver. I have experience in ADLS and special needs like Dementia, Parkinson, and memory care. I will love to assist you take care of your loved one. I have been a caregiver for more that 10 years and this wealth of experience will be seen...
Nkume can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Princess H.


Banning, CA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hey! I'm Princess And I've Been Working As A Caregiver For Special Needs Kids For About 2 Years Now

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Im Princess , I'm currently working as a caregiver for special needs kids, or respite care. I've been with my company for going on 3 years and I've worked with older people as well. At my job I mainly work with special needs kids now, at their homes and I do things like make them food, change them , wash and fold laundry....
Hello! I'm Princess and I've worked as a caregiver going on 3 years now. I do work with both special needs kids and seniors. I'm comfortable mostly with doing housework such as vacuuming , meal prep , cleaning/ disinfecting, folding clothes , mopping , kitchen cleaning/ dish washing , light outside/ yard work m, organizing ,...
Princess can also help with: Meal prep, errands, respite care, transportation, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Ellen W.


Palm Desert, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Credentialed School Teacher and Special Needs Experience.

As a credentialed school teacher and a parent of adult twins with autism, I bring a unique blend of professional expertise and personal experience to childcare. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. Patience, creativity, and a friendly approach guide my interactions with...
Ellen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
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Heather H.


Palm Desert, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

HI there, I'm looking primarily for part-time work. I have 20+ years working with special needs children in a tutoring capacity, and I've been a nanny throughout my life for children of all ages. I grew up with a cousin who is severely autistic (nonverbal), so I'm well accustomed to the lifestyle of special needs people. I love...
(available for live-in only, I am currently 3 hrs away). Hello, I'm a veterinarian (abroad) so I'm familiar with different kinds of feedings (tubes) and injections (insulin, etc). I am also nursing assistant certified and know CPR, my license expired but could renew if necessary. I'm also pharmacy technician certified so I know...
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Lori C.


Yucca Valley, CA

$20-25/hr20 yrs exp

I'm passionate about caring for and educating children. With two decades of experience, I'm a skilled caregiver comfortable with all age groups. I've worked with children with special needs and am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I also have First Aid and CPR training and have completed coursework in early childhood...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Ratings for Desert Hot Springs, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Desert Hot Springs, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 41 listed special needs caregivers.