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Jane P.


Owings, MD

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Public School Speech Therapist

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Retired Certified and Licensed Public School Speech Therapist for 27 years available to tutor and enhance developmental skills in Children with Speech Delays, Learning Disabilities, Autism, Asperger's. I have professional experience with ages 3-21 and have experience with iPad communications systems and dedicated systems as...
Greetings everyone my name is Jade I have 10 plus years experience in my field as a caregiver. I recently just started back working from having a baby. My passion is to care for people loved ones who need the guidance and just and extra set of hands. I am very reliable and patient person. I am also very passionate about being...
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Wendy F.


Friendship, MD

$43/hr8 yrs exp

Companion/Special Needs/Senior Care

I bring years of experience for a multitude of conditions. From ADD and Autism to Dyslexia and Depression; from Seizure Disorders to Brain Tumor Aftermath you will find me a calm, soft spoken yet enthusiastic companion and caretaker for your loved one. I'm prepared with the completion of collegiate First Responder's course and 2...
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Kimberle W.


Brandywine, MD

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience with special needs children and seniors. I really enjoy helping them, plus giving them the love they need and deserve.
Hello, my name is Kaila and I'm 23 years old. I have 6 years of experience caring for other children outside of my family. I've cared for children from the ages of newborn-13 years old. Throughout my years of providing childcare, I've had experience with making bottles, changing diapers, giving baths, and teaching young children...
Kaila can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

My heart goes out to families who are trying to find humble, great listener, and integrity of care for the ones they love the most. Therefore, I have moved away from the corporate business healthcare and offer my time, energy, and patience while providing care. Behavioral Health Counselor 2004 from 2011 Surgical Nurse 2011...
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Anna N.


Bowie, MD

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full-time Work

4.4

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a GNA, CNA, CMT I am a caregiver with 9 years experiences . . I provide care for people w with Alzheimer, Parkinson, mental disabilities, disorder, etc. l provide ADL . like, giving shower , community outing, laundry, range of motion, companion care, safety supper vision, incontinent care, encourage fluid intake, excises...
Anna can also help with: Personal care, respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Anna N was great with my mother she was a very good help to her needs "

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Catherine D.


Davidsonville, MD

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Catherine, and I am excited to have the opportunity to meet your family! I have extensive experience caring for individuals with special needs, am a certified teacher, and would be happy to help your children with any Spanish homework :) Feel free to reach out if you have any questions... I am always happy to...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Catherine was one of the absolute best care providers we have ever had! She is even-keeled, reliable, fun, energetic, and all 4 of our children (ages 10-14) loved her, including our 10 yo with autism. She was able to engage each child at their level and interests....

Elizabeth G.

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Sabria C.


Upper Marlboro, MD

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sabria I am 23 years old. I have experience as an nanny, personal care aide, and housekeeper. I do have a car that is fully insured . I have a bachelors degree in criminal justice and working on a masters in mental health counseling. I worked for a personal care agency for over 4 years. I also worked through care....
5.0
"Sabria is such an amazing asset to my family. I have 3 children, one of which has special needs, that Sabria cares for. Sabria is punctual, reliable, kind, caring, and 100% trustworthy. She takes the best care of my children and goes above and beyond every day...

Canaan B.

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Madeline A.


Annapolis, MD

$32-43/hr4 yrs exp

Outgoing, Patient, And Kind Licensed GNA Ready To Meet Your Loved Ones!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Madeline, I am a 23-year-old caregiver, past experience as a licensed and certified GNA with a year of nursing home experience and three years experience with in home care. I also have a lot of experience with special needs and dementia. I am a compassionate, patient, trustworthy, and dependable caregiver who...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Madeline is patient, kind, helpful and caring. She's gentle with her "Seniors" and personalizes care to each individually. We're blessed to have her."

Cindy S.

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Regina C.


Hyattsville, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Weekend Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Thanks for checking out my bio :). I like to think of myself as a well seasoned caregiver as I have been professionally caregiving since the age of 15. I've worked in a variety of settings for children all the way to geriatric. I've worked as a daycare assistant, nanny, caregiver to the elderly, recreational therapist,...
5.0
"I am a first time mom so finding someone I was comfortable with as well as my daughter (1 y/o) is really important. Regina fit all of my requirements and my daughter loves her she lights up when ever she sees her. I love that I can be away from home and focus what...

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Maribeth M.


Bowie, MD

$25/hr13 yrs exp

Every Person Deserves Respect And To Be Cared For

Hired by 80 families in your neighborhood

Congratulations! You are looking and reading a profile of someone who is an all around experienced woman,(nanny, babysitter, housekeeper - light housekeeping only, and caregiver too) also experienced on special needs, G-tube, insulin injection, ileostomy bag change I am a CNA, CMT, CPR and First Aid certified. I f your worried...
Maribeth can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great support when we needed it the most."

Tor H.

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Sabria C.


Upper Marlboro, MD

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sabria I am 25 years old. I am a currently a graduate student. I have worked for a home health company over 5 years while also working through care. com. I also work as a care specialist for children with special needs and mental disorders As I caregiver the patients I take care of have chronic illness or...
Sabria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sabria is a very caring and child friendly person. She took very good care of our 2yrs old. She was very professional , on time and honest. We will definitively recommend her. "

Maurice F.

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Ainsley T.


Fort Washington, MD

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Christian Child Care Provider

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I have been taking care of children for over 5 years. This has included special needs children. I am willing to travel a short distance from my house. I'm a Christian. I believe in Jesus Christ as my Savior. My availability is pretty flexible. Please let me know what you need. We have 2 dogs and a cat. I love photography...
Ainsley can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Ainsley for childcare for my then 15 month old. Unfortunately my daughter did not engage well during the visit but it had nothing to do with Ainsley. Ainsley was patient and pleasant! She came prepared with age appropriate activities. I was saddened when my...

Sheandinita D.

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Ijeoma O.


Waldorf, MD

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate caregiver for special need patients. I assist with bathing, feeding, grooming, bowel management.
5.0
"Organized and followed routine very easily. Highly recommend her as a caregiver and would hire again."

Lina B.

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Yeny P.


Upper Marlboro, MD

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Home Health Care Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am Private Duty Home Health Caregiver from Cuba. I newly moved from Florida and my Home Health Assistant license and permit are from that State. I have experience with Adult Home Health Care for over 10 years and from that paid work more than 3 years. I have 15 years of experience with Special Needs children. I am very...
Yeny can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"Yeny is very skilled, experienced and reliable home health professional. She is talented, quick learner, caring and warm person. She pays attention to details, notices things herself, is tidy and happy to learn new things. I would recommend her for both, for senior...

Evy K.

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Sydney K.


District Heights, MD

$13-16/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I would like to start my introduction by thanking you for your interest in me! ! My name is Sydney and I am a Patient Care Technician. Along with my medical title, I have my BLS licensure and a Nursing Care Partner certification through Sentara College Of Health Sciences. Currently, I am furthering my education within Nursing. I...
5.0
"Sydney was very dependable, cheerful, and professional. We definitely would hire her again!"

Archer S.

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Rhonda O.


Waldorf, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Specialist

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Rhonda and I am a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), a GNA (Geriatric Nursing Assistant) and a CMT (Certified Medication Technician). I have been in the healthcare field for more then 20 years. I specialize in Dementia/Alzheimer Care. I am certified in CPR/First Aid, focused training in the following areas:...
Rhonda can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Rhonda is so sweet and good at taking care of my mom. Her communication is wonderful and she is reliable and caring. I would definitely recommend her services."

Ruby S.

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Jamie T.


Bowie, MD

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome Nanny Who Loves Children

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Since I was 7 years old my mother has been a licensed child care provider. That was my first hands on experience with caring for children and what sparked my interest. And since then, I've worked in daycare centers, been a military nanny on base, cared for children overnight in their home, and even had a small daycare in the...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"In our search for a nanny for our nanny share, we narrowed it down to two outstanding candidates, one of which was Jamie. Jamie stood out from the moment she applied. She is highly qualified, has a wonderful energy and demonstrates professionalism. We ended up...

Margo S.

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Hannah M.


Edgewater, MD

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Profile

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Hannah, and I first began babysitting and working as a mother's helper at the age of 12 for a family of three children. I have been actively babysitting and working as a nanny since then and have had excellent (long term!) relationships with several amazing families. I have worked as both a full and...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Hannah watched our 14 month old son while we were attending a wedding in MD. This was our first time a non-family member was watching him so naturally at first we were nervous but our son quickly took to Hannah so that made us happy. She was very sweet and gentle...

Catherine K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dunkirk, MD

Anna N.

5.0

Anna N was great with my mother she was a very good help to her needs

- Care member

Catherine D.

5.0

Catherine was one of the absolute best care providers we have ever had! She is even-keeled, reliable, fun, energetic, and all 4 of our children (ages 10-14) loved her, including our 10 yo with autism. She was able to engage each child at their level and interests. She was only in town for a short...

- Elizabeth G.

Sabria C.

5.0

Sabria is such an amazing asset to my family. I have 3 children, one of which has special needs, that Sabria cares for. Sabria is punctual, reliable, kind, caring, and 100% trustworthy. She takes the best care of my children and goes above and beyond every day by helping with meal prep and...

- Canaan B.

Madeline A.

5.0

Madeline was extremely dependable and conscientious in caring for my mother who has dementia. She is a very hard worker and cares deeply for people. Also a very good cook! We miss her now that mom is in assisted living.

- Prudence M.

Regina C.

5.0

I am a first time mom so finding someone I was comfortable with as well as my daughter (1 y/o) is really important. Regina fit all of my requirements and my daughter loves her she lights up when ever she sees her. I love that I can be away from home and focus what I need to focus on because I know...

- Care member

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