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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Downey, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Downey, CA
5.0
(1)
Hello, I'm Jenna, a caring and experienced caregiver with over 10 years in the field. I've worked with In-Home Support Services through the state and privately, specializing in special needs and senior care since I was 16. My journey began by caring for my father, who is blind and has mobility issues. Since then, I've gained...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a challenge ! Jenna has also watched my baby and has been so attentive and engaged with her. 10 out of 10 would recommend, she is...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children for over 14 years. I currently work at a high school with Special Needs students and nanny a 7-year-old in Tustin. I am seeking a nanny position closer to home.
Angela can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"I have had Angela as a sitter for my adult disabled daughter for 3 years. She is a wonderful, caring provider, dependable provider and I have never had any reason to question my decision to hire her. She has been such a help to me and my family, which has allowed...
Sharon L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a caring loving professional who has worked with newborns , seniors and special needs for the last 20 years. I also worked in the school district part-time, and I am CPR and a first aid certified
Kenyetta can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kenyetta is an absolutely amazing babysitter! We felt very comfortable leaving our child in her care. She's prompt, knowledgeable, and took fantastic care of our 6-year-old child who's on the autism spectrum. She was warm, friendly, professional and easy to talk...
Felonise T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Jenny. I currently work with 2 elderly Clients as a care giver, my special tasks including caring for disabled clients. My current clients have Dementia, and Alzheimer's disease, Activities such administering medicine, serving meals, running errands, providing companionship, helping with bathing, and reporting to...
5.0
"We had her help with assembling gift boxes for my wife who has a torn ACL.
She offered to bring a friend and both showed up on time, parked exactly where I asked them to and had a happy attitude and worked till it was finished.
Exactly what we hoped for....
Jeffery D.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had a son with special needs for 10 years and now I m available to help other Mothers with extensively care that our special Babies need.I had experience with Cerebral Palsy. I know how to use Suction Machine, Asthma machine and gastronomy tube or G-tube. I am also a CPR certified.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I love to cook! It is my passion to help others while creating and providing healthy meals. I have been cooking for over 10 years and can prepare just about anything. Nutrition is vital to living a healthy life. Our busy daily lives sometimes prevents us from eating excellent, nutritious, balanced meals at home. That's where I...
5.0
"We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very supportive! We are very happy we found her!"
Sabrina L.
5.0
(16)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for patients with Alzheimer's, dementia and patients who have special needs. I have taken care of many patients who are bedridden and do the full scope of the duties such as bed bath, change bed and linen. I cook for the patient and do their daily exercise routine, if needed. Each patient is different...
Espie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Espie is amazing and I cannot say enough great things about her! She has too many great qualities to list them all but she’s empathetic, caring, professional, kind, smart and simply the best! We are so blessed to have her and my mom and our entire family loves...
Care member
Jennifer R.
Lakewood, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked as an IHSS care provider since I was 16. My father is blind, and I have also worked with many children with special care situations. I love working and learning through music and art, crafts, and reading. I have a calming personality that helps when tasks become frustrating, and assess the problem with love and...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello. I am Chay and I have worked with kids that are now teenagers that have autism . Been taking care of special needs for over 14 years . I am very reliable and responsible. I am flexible as well . I have my own car and I am CPR certified. . I am with a amazing family now but they are moving and have to find another job . I...
Jennifer S.
Alhambra, CA
$18/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello ! studying for my bachelors in child development. I have been working in day care facilities since 2017 with infants, toddlers and teens helping care and transport them on a daily basis. I am CPR, BLS and first aid certified. I have also been an ABA therapist for 2 years now and love working with special needs children. I...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Jennifer is exceptional! My daughter loves her, and I'm impressed by Jennifer's professionalism and patience. She provides valuable advice on child development and maintains focus without checking her phone during work. I'm grateful for her dedication and would...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for all special needs: Down syndrome, children with seizures, G tube, catheters, ADHD, mental illness, Autism. I have 10 years of experience.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I just completed my certification in Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress. The last few years have been an unusual and overwhelming time for children in terms of education and learning. I want to provide families with tools to navigate and alleviate some of the mental/emotional stress. I have worked with...
5.0
"June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers. She was his school aide, behaviorist, community companion, tutor, medical helper, social planner, dental accompaniment,...
Care member
Emily E.
Whittier, CA
$18-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Emily and I'm 21 years old. I am a certified EMT so I have all my First Aid/CPR/AED certifications. I recently had a baby girl named Skyla so now I have a bunch of new experiences that benefit my nanny jobs. I used to be a lifeguard at Great Wolf Lodge so I can recognize potential hazards for your child(ren) in and...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily's took care of my daughter today. She was prompt and on time. She was very attentive to my daughter who has ADHD. I would definitely request her again."
Tammy R.
Jennifer S.
Alhambra, CA
$24-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Aba therapist for nearly 2 years currently working at specialized school for children who have autism
5.0
"Jennifer was a great communicator, prompt, on top of everything. My DS is nonverbal, autistic, has epilepsy, and is a ball of energy, and she took it all in stride."
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Shervande. I currently have 7 years of experience as a twins Nanny , and had my own local babysitting buisness in the Florida Area. I am a punctual and organized individual, but also a energetic and outgoing babysitter who loves to work with all different types of children, including those with special needs. I...
Shervande can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shervande was punctual. She started engaging with our son as soon as soon as she arrived. At the end of the day, I asked my son if he liked his nanny he gave me thumbs up! I will definitely use Shervande when our nanny is not available!"
Yuliya M.
Stephany R.
Whittier, CA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm a preschool teacher looking for a new journey in my life. I love spending time with children, reading books and creating memorable activities. I'm patient, creative, fun and trustworthy. I'm looking to care for a child or two. I can create a routine and ensure your child has a great time while on my care.
I like working...
Stephany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Stephany watched my two kiddos - ages 3 & 1. She was so warm, wonderful and engaging with them! They really enjoyed their time with her. Stephany is very professional, responsive and reliable.
I'm so glad we found her and to be working with her. She's amazing -...
Alexa O.
5.0
(2)
Throughout high school I worked with 5 to 7 children some with special needs and in 2007 I moved in with my grandmother and took care of her, meals, transportation, medical, and bathing. As a massage therapist I am also trained to treat pain associated with both physical and emotional needs. I am 35 now and have also gained...
Lacey can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, home modification, errands & more
5.0
"Lacey is a knowledgeable and compassionate care giver. She is equally effective whether the client is young or old. I would trust her with my granddaughters or an elderly relative "
Lorna M.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Tiara and I am 24years old! I am a Fun, creative and down to earth person. I love to laugh and make people smile (: I have 8years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am a non-smoker, I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record and background check. I am also good with all kinds of pets! I...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a funny , great sense of humor, compassionate, caring , understanding, patient.
I understand the difficult decisions a family has to make when it comes to there loved ones. Opening your home to a stranger is life altering, I'm a trusting and loyal person. compassionate. I lift, transfer, bath dress cook clean. Exercise...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!!
Let's see if we are a good match! I absolutely love working with children and have worked with children in many different capacities. I worked in the school district for a few years specifically working with 3rd-6th graders and students with special needs. I was a camp counselor for children ages 4-18 where I led...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Katherine is wonderful! I feel really lucky to have found her! My one year old daughter loves her and she is so attentive and thoughtful about their time together. She is very trustworthy and dependable."
Jen B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Downey, CA
Jennifer R.
5.0
Jenna is an amazing and dedicated caregiver. Gave us daily updates and got along so well with my senior mother in law, who can be a challenge ! Jenna has also watched my baby and has been so attentive and engaged with her. 10 out of 10 would recommend, she is terrific and responsible and caring
- Care member
Angela V.
5.0
I have had Angela as a sitter for my adult disabled daughter for 3 years. She is a wonderful, caring provider, dependable provider and I have never had any reason to question my decision to hire her. She has been such a help to me and my family, which has allowed me to go to work with no worries...
- Sharon L.
Kenyetta T.
5.0
Kenyetta is an absolutely amazing babysitter! We felt very comfortable leaving our child in her care. She's prompt, knowledgeable, and took fantastic care of our 6-year-old child who's on the autism spectrum. She was warm, friendly, professional and easy to talk to, which gave me such a positive...
- Felonise T.
Jennifer G.
5.0
She was wonderful! She took care of my 4 senior cats. She updated me on any issues. Kept the kitchen clean. Thanks, Jennifer!
- Diane B.
Stephanie G.
5.0
We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very supportive! We are very happy we found her!
- Sabrina L.
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Ratings for Downey, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Downey, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.