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Special needs caregivers in Dryden, MI

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Ella B.


Dryden, MI

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Positive And Upbeat Caregiver!

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I have worked with one individual (28) over my career, with significant cognitive delays and physical disabilities. I am organized and upbeat, and I will provide a positive and safe environment for your loved one! I am willing to take on household chores (dishes, laundry, meal prep, groceries, etc), too!
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Ella B.


Dryden, MI

$15-25/hr

Senior Care

I have taken care of adults with special needs in the past, but never a senior. I think I have what it takes to provide a safe, fun, and caring environment for your loved one!
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, errands, live-in home care, transportation, light cleaning
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Monica C.


Dryden, MI

$11-21/hr3 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hello! My name is Monica and I'm looking to help you and your family with anything that you may need. I worked in a group home for adults with special needs for 3 years before I started to work with kids as a nanny. I can bathe, lift and run errands for you as well! Or even if you just need company during the day! I am no...
Monica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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April L.


Oxford, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Profession Nanny and House Manager For Over 21 Years

5.0

(2)

I have been a professional nanny for over 21 years. I have a big heart when it comes to loving and taking care of children. I still keep in close contact with all the children I have helped raise to young adults. I have worked with children of all ages and some with special needs. I hope I will be a good fit for your family.
April can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"April is amazing and has been so helpful with our little one. She is flexible and reliable. We are so lucky to have found her! She is genuine and caring. We are very thankful that she is in our daughter's life. She makes leaving home much easier !"

Natalie G.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Noemy and I'm an applied behavior analysis tech. I'm very flexible. I have spent the last few years working with dementia patients in a group home setting. I am passionate about helping developmentally disabled people reach their full potential and encouraging them to discover all the different talents that make...
5.0
"Did housework without having to ask her and helped my friend and I out tremendously. Great personality and great with the kids and is an all around great person."

Tiffany C.

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Shelby S.


Leonard, MI

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced With Young Adults With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several years of experience working with children and adults who have special needs. I have worked with individuals with autism, Down syndrome, pica, severe anxiety, bipolar disorder, emotional disturbance disorder, and cognitive impairments. I have a calm and competent demeanor and am not bothered by severe behaviors. I...
5.0
"Shelby has been a caregiver with us for 4 months now and we couldn't be happier Being a great caregiver is no easy task, first of all you have to be a great caregiver 2nd you also have to fit in with the family... in the past we have had really good caregivers...

Tammy S.

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Sthefania B.


Romeo, MI

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

I am a dedicated caregiver from Panama with over 8 years of experience in the caregiving industry. I have had the privilege of supporting individuals across all age groups, from children to the elderly. My approach to caregiving is rooted in empathy, reliability, and a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those I...
Sthefania can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, hospice services
Skills:

CPR

Hello! I am a very responsible 21-year-old who is currently in college for Elementary Education. Once graduated, I am going for my Masters in Special Education. I have a passion for caring and understanding those who have special abilities. I currently work in ABA therapy and truly love it! Looking for a weekend job, possibly...
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Julia R.


Romeo, MI

$15-20/hr

Special Needs Provider

Hello! I am a 24-year-old college student from Romeo, Mi. I have a degree in occupational therapy assistant and obtained experience doing ABA as a behavior technician for autism and also a rehabilitation technician at a children's neurological rehabilitation clinic. I have experience working with children and adults with various...
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Bailie D.


Oxford, MI

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

I am a behavioral therapist and I love children. I am mostly available at night/overnight or Saturdays.
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Julia R.


Romeo, MI

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Pet Keeper/Cleaner

Hello! I am from Romeo, Mi. My background is in occupational therapy's assistant and behavior technician for children. I have experience working with children and adults with special needs in a therapy and care giving setting. I am not vaccinated and due to those reasons I have left the medical field. I am a specialist in...
Julia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jeremy S.


Oxford, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have a heart for working with special needs folks. I have a lot of care-giving experience. I have been a caregiver for 5 different young men with pretty severe as well. I have done a lot of overnight camps with muscular dystrophy and cerebral palsy, autism. I am trained for CPR and first aid. I have the more certifications. I...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 26 years old with several years of experience. I have worked with infants, infant triplets - (current), all ages to children with special needs. I am a reliable, trustworthy fun, loving nanny. I like connecting with the family as if they were my own. I am CPR and First AID certified. Non Smoker with reliable car. Many...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

Cynthia G.


Romeo, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I have 30 years experience caring for my son with Cerebral Palsy. He is cognitively age appropriate and non verbal. I get it. I am acquainted with the spectrum of Autism also.
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Kendra S.


Clarkston, MI

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/sitter Available For Summer Vacation Hours And Long-term

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have eight plus years of experience in the care giving field with the same client (special needs). Activity planning, transporting, meal prep & passing medication includes some responsibilities I feel will prepare me for future jobs.
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kendra. She has been so great to my two boys. Kendra is so involved with my kids when she takes care of them. My kids do fun activities as well as learn, TV time is at a minimum. She continuously goes above and beyond....

Anthony N.

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Kaitlin L.


Lapeer, MI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me And My Story!

Hi! My name's Kaiti, I've babysat since 11. I have experience with kids ages 0- 12 years. I babysat in my teens and joined Careers in Ed in HS. I earned my parapro certification along with other trainings. I spent 2 years doing work experience in elementary education, graduated and was hired in 2 months later. I have worked for...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Kaitlin is the most excellent caregiver you ask for! My daughter has autism and Kaitlin is not only beyond patient, kind and understanding but she also enjoys setting up and doing sensory friendly activities! Shes not just great with my special needs child but also...

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Paige H.


Pontiac, MI

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I've been an experienced Nanny for the last almost 4 years. Even before nannying I worked with special needs and severe epileptic twins for a couple years. I've always enjoyed working directly with families and kids, so nannying seemed perfect for me. I enjoy doing many activities! Here is just a small list: Reading,...
Paige can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hello We had Paige care for our two small children, age 10 month and 3-year-old. She also helped with our 7-year-old dog. We needed help for 2 years, so Paige was with us while our children grew older and we got an additional puppy too. She is dependable and...

Michele B.

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Doris L.


Washington, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 25 years experience, I went to nursing school, I have cared for and have experience with twins, multiples, ADD/ADHD, respiratory problems, diabetes, food allergies, on the spectrum, learning delays. I have cared for infants, toddlers, school aged, teens, adults and elderly.
5.0
"Doris is simply amazing at care-giving. She's reliable and dependable. She goes over and above with my family and wants to know likes/dislikes of her client. Then she will create activities around those likes. She has shared lots of ideas and will suggest things...

April P.

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Meagan M.


Utica, MI

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caring And Respectful Sitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Meagan. I am an extremely dedicated, fun, and disciplined babysitter that has been babysitting since I was 16. I have 3 years working in school age childcare at Utica Community Schools and have gained further experience working as an assistant teacher at a preschool academy (1-12). I feel I am caring and can offer...
Meagan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Meagan has been incredible with the two boys and is always bringing a positive clean energy to the house! During the return to work, our childcare needs have fluctuated and Meagan has been able to work on our time needs and has been always prompt! 2 thumbs...

Enrique K.

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Natalie M.


Rochester, MI

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Great And Professional Worker

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Welcome to my page, my name is Natalie and I would love to assist your loved one. I am a professional, flexible, loving and caring individual but very firm, I am always on time, very clean, very responsible. Very strong medical background and many years of experience on medical field. Years of experience with TBI...
Natalie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I had power of attorney over my father and stepmother and was blessed when I found Natalie. It's very difficult to find someone who you can trust the care of your family to, as well as the management of much of the household. Natalie, confidently and competently...

Julie V.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dryden, MI

April L.

5.0

April is amazing and has been so helpful with our little one. She is flexible and reliable. We are so lucky to have found her! She is genuine and caring. We are very thankful that she is in our daughter's life. She makes leaving home much easier !

- Natalie G.

Noemy V.

5.0

Did housework without having to ask her and helped my friend and I out tremendously. Great personality and great with the kids and is an all around great person.

- Tiffany C.

Shelby S.

5.0

Shelby has been a caregiver with us for 4 months now and we couldn't be happier Being a great caregiver is no easy task, first of all you have to be a great caregiver 2nd you also have to fit in with the family... in the past we have had really good caregivers but we didn't feel comfortable with...

- Tammy S.

Kendra S.

5.0

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Kendra. She has been so great to my two boys. Kendra is so involved with my kids when she takes care of them. My kids do fun activities as well as learn, TV time is at a minimum. She continuously goes above and beyond. Kendra is also professional, trusting,...

- Anthony N.

Kaitlin L.

5.0

Kaitlin is the most excellent caregiver you ask for! My daughter has autism and Kaitlin is not only beyond patient, kind and understanding but she also enjoys setting up and doing sensory friendly activities! Shes not just great with my special needs child but also my neurotypical children as well!...

- Care member

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