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Find special needs caregivers in Dunedin, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Dunedin, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Dunedin, FL

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Judith C.


Dunedin, FL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Sitter

5.0

(5)

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Experienced mom, grandma, cook, not your typical grandma. Excellent references. Taken care of all age children. Patient, loving, firm, professional, english speaking, kind woman who raised 3 exceptional human beings. Grandma to 5 sweeties. Cared for my Mom until she passed 6years ago. Excellent cook and organized helper/...
Judith can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Judith has a wonderful personality. She is also very honest and trustworthy. What I admire most about Judith is her compassion, patience, and selflessness. You can depend on Judith she is very reliable. She has great communication skills and is well spoken."

Joan P.

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Norma A.


Dunedin, FL

$15-25/hr

Part Time Caregiver

I love children. All my children are grown and raised 6 plus my niece. I want to be able to help and care for children.
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Renae P.


Dunedin, FL

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, I am a compassionate, patient, healthy, experienced caregiver. I have worked with infants-adults with special needs. I would like to find a good match with long term possibility. All the best, Renae-
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Judith W.


Dunedin, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked for PARC and special needs children and I have a special needs grandson. Worked in daycares as a cook with children and did relief breaks
Judith can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Judith W.


Dunedin, FL

$14-18/hr8 yrs exp

Helping You In Your Life Let's Create Memories

I enjoy the interaction and helping people that need help with life every day challenges. I have a special needs grandson and I enjoy him he has taught us a lot in 25 years, compassion, joy and love. This also applies to helping seniors or others.
Judith can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
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Marilyn H.


Clearwater, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked with children from the last school year with Cobb County schools. Worked with all ages from K1-6; and middle school as well as high school. Worked with Special Needs children and helping transport them back and forth to school. I raised 6 children of my own; and have helped with 9 grandsons also. I CPR First Aid...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
" My family needed help for after school care. I have two children in two different schools, she picks them both up from school and brings them home. There is typically an hour between pickup times, during which she was kind enough to help with light cleaning...

Allie Y.

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Paul W.


Clearwater, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am patient and compassionate and generally work well with special needs children. I have worked with children and young adults who have had varying degrees of autistic spectrum disorders, physical limitations, emotional and behavioral issues including ADHD, critical allergies, and seizure disorders.
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Stephanie F.


Palm Harbor, FL

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Stephanie! I am 25 years old and have been taking care of children since I was 11. I have experience with children of all ages including newborns and teens. I am currently a preschool teacher looking elsewhere. My experience also ranges from full time nannying, working as a preschool teacher, and running the children's...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie was very responsive and on-time. She even agreed to meet us and our baby first as it was our first time hiring a baby sitter. With our 4 month old baby, it was obvious she's very knowledgeable, friendly, and caring. Would recommend her highly to...

Jeffrey H.

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Kimberly Y.


Safety Harbor, FL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had several years experience working with developmental and physical handicaps. I was an occupational therapist for 32 years and then after retiring from the military I attended medical school and became a Doctor of Osteopath Eldercare specialist in 2015. I came back to Dayton Ohio in May 2016 to care for a family member...
5.0
"There are no words, truly, to express the kindness and aptitude that Kim possesses. However, I will do my best. I hired Kim for a very special task: to monitor my treatments of at-home Ketamine therapy. For the first session she was prepared, engaging, and on...

Mimi V.

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Lorraine F.


Oldsmar, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

3.0

(8)

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I am a 66-year-old mother of two grown daughters and five grandchildren. I have been taking care of my grandchildren for the past 17 years. Now that the last one is going to school, I miss being a caregiver and being around little ones. I am energetic and fun-loving. I enjoy taking walks, going to the park and playing games. I...
Lorraine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ms Lorraine currently cares for my teen daughters in the mornings. She handles all of the transportation to the bus stop and school. My younger daughter said it's like having an extra grandma! She is always on time. She is also very flexible! My husband and I have...

Haley S.

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Elka S.


Largo, FL

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

I worked as a CNA for 3 years and graduated as an LPN in 2006. The last 11 years I have been working in home care. I specialize in Alzheimer's caring, I try to engage each client with mental and physical needs.
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Helen G.


Largo, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Helenita G and friends and family call me Helen, 44 year's old. I have 14 year's experience as a caregiver, I am a licensed CNA in the state of Florida. I am very dedicated, reliable and trustworthy worker. I help my patients emotionally, physically active, medication reminders, meal preparation, doctor appointments,...
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Rosa R.


Tampa, FL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rosa, I am 23 years old, and have a very "sunshine-filled" personality! I grew up with four younger siblings and assisting my mother in her in-home daycare with children 3mo-16 years old. I am a very creative and imaginative individual, being proficient in music, art, writing, cooking/baking, acting, etc! I am an...
Rosa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rosa was able to help me with a very last minute request. My son had a great time. She was easy to communicate with and arrived on time. Thank you so much Rosa!"

Leilani S.

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Rhonda K.


Tarpon Springs, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving, Errands, Pet Care, Home/property Care

I have 7 years of experience with 4 different home health agencies and have also done work privately. I am CPR certified and have completed many healthcare courses. I have managed a large medical practice for many years. I have also privately cared for pets & homes, run errands, cleaned properties, and managed commercial real...
5.0
"Rhonda is a wonderful caregiver; she is friendly, caring, and extremely dedicated to each and every one of her patients. She takes very good care of my younger brother who was diagnosed with ALS 4 years ago. She even makes him smile and laugh, something that has...

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Ann G.


Clearwater, FL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced FT/PT PCA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Within my 20+ years of experience, I have cared for many with special needs and disabilities. Familiar with many different diagnosis, including Autism and Alzheimers, Sensory disorder, injury victims, visual impairments and many others. I am experienced in distributing medications, physical therapy, and personal hygiene....
Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ann did an excellent job for us helping to take care of my dad in his late stages of life. She was always on time, very dependable and did an excellent job of caring for my dad. Ann was skilled at caregiving and my family would definitely recommend her to other...

Kristy L.

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Leticia S.


Clearwater, FL

$23-27/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Patient Full Time Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I was a preschool teacher from 2011 to 2014 , after I became a kindergarten teacher from 2015 to 2018. From 2019 to 2021, I worked as nanny taking care of three amazing kids, a 2 yo baby girl, a 7 yo boy and a 9 yo girl, the routine involved taking care of the 2yo girl during the day while the older kids were at school, I used...
Leticia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We had a great first time experience. She was so patient and engaging with our 2 kids."

Kacie J.

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Marilyn H.


Clearwater, FL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Honest And Dependable Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with seniors for over 30 years. I have owned and operated a Home care agency for the last 10 years. My schedule is flexible for Transportation needs, companionship, or help with daily tasks. CPR First Aid; 20 plus years experience with Seniors; own my own pets; good with animals; worked with special needs children...
Marilyn can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Marilyn is very punctual and always reliable. She is very personable and is a willing helper who does whatever is asked of her."

Mary Ellen F.

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Desiree W.


Palm Harbor, FL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm fully vaccinated! I have over 20 years of experience taking care of and educating children and adults. I have extensive experience with special needs children.
Desiree can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is very helpful with household chores and is great with children. She is reliable and trustworthy."

Ashley V.

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Danita M.


Largo, FL

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I am a Watertown resident, near Cushing Square. I am the mother of a 23-year-old son who has learning disabilities. I worked in a university for a long time and had a wonderful career. Now I am free to do what I love. And I love caring for children and babies. I'm patient and kind and can soothe the angriest beast. I...
5.0
"Very sweet and was great with my 9 month old! She is a great person and look forward to seeing her again in the future"

Emily D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dunedin, FL

Judith C.

5.0

Judy is such a delight to be around, and she is an amazing cook too! Our house was always happiest with her help. Dependable and trustworthy.

- S D.

Marilyn H.

5.0

My family needed help for after school care. I have two children in two different schools, she picks them both up from school and brings them home. There is typically an hour between pickup times, during which she was kind enough to help with light cleaning jobs around the house. It was so...

- Allie Y.

Stephanie F.

5.0

Stephanie was very responsive and on-time. She even agreed to meet us and our baby first as it was our first time hiring a baby sitter. With our 4 month old baby, it was obvious she's very knowledgeable, friendly, and caring. Would recommend her highly to anyone looking for a date night!...

- Jeffrey H.

Kimberly Y.

5.0

There are no words, truly, to express the kindness and aptitude that Kim possesses. However, I will do my best. I hired Kim for a very special task: to monitor my treatments of at-home Ketamine therapy. For the first session she was prepared, engaging, and on point. She's the ultimate professional....

- Mimi V.

Lorraine F.

5.0

Ms Lorraine currently cares for my teen daughters in the mornings. She handles all of the transportation to the bus stop and school. My younger daughter said it's like having an extra grandma! She is always on time. She is also very flexible! My husband and I have very unpredictable jobs and she...

- Haley S.

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Ratings for Dunedin, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Dunedin, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.