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Anna N.


Bowie, MD

$27/hr • 10 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: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, visiting nurse, personal care
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/hr • 8 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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Excellent, great with the girls and great attitude. Absolutely will book again. "

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Lisa J.


Annapolis, MD

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun , Giggle Creator :)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom to three young adults and grandma . I've worked with children all my life and love kids of all ages. Worked as a paraprofessional with special needs children with handicaps, autism, visually impaired and wheelchair bound. Also have been a mentor with the youth in Bristol Ct. for 16 yrs. love being creative, crafts,...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa is wonderful! She's always on time and very reliable. She cares for my baby as if she was her own. My baby loves being with Lisa and always makes her laugh and me happy. Lisa is very knowledge and i feel comfortable asking for her opinion and advice. she...

Megan L.

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Sabria C.


Upper Marlboro, MD

$15-20/hr • 2 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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Elizabeth C.


Prince Frederick, MD

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

25+ years experience working with individuals with differing abilities of all ages. I have a passion for working with individuals helping to advocate for themselves. Enjoy learning from their special gifts. I was a mother of a special needs child who passed. She required total care for her day to day needs.
5.0
"Liz is dependable, knowledgeable and caring. I know my daughter is in good hands when she is with Liz. She has truly been a blessing to our family."

Samantha P.

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Madeline A.


Annapolis, MD

$32-43/hr • 4 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: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, 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/hr • 10 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/hr • 13 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Maribeth is amazing!! My fiancé and I have a son with special needs and it's difficult to find childcare providers who can manage him. Her experience really shows through in the care that she provides. We feel like she truly understands him and cares for his...

Lauren T.

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Sabria C.


Upper Marlboro, MD

$18-50/hr • 4 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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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/hr • 7 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have been a licensed daycare provider for over 10 years. Ainsley T. has come to substitute and work along side of me and my staff. She was always punctual and very hands-on with the children. I will definitely recommend her for any childcare positions."

Janell T.

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Ijeoma O.


Waldorf, MD

$18-20/hr • 4 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/hr • 10 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, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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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Jamie T.


Bowie, MD

$16-21/hr • 10 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: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jamie worked as a nanny for me for the past few months for my infant daughter. She also watched my other 3 children when they were out of school for a few weeks. Jamie has been amazing. She was always reliable and a sweet calming presence in the lives of my...

Clara L.

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Rhonda O.


Waldorf, MD

$20-25/hr • 10 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

4.0
"Rhonda has a very sweet spirit and did well with my mother."

Kim D.

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Hannah M.


Edgewater, MD

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tyler I am a recent college graduate. I have graduated the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a degree in Biology. I have experience working with children from ages 2-14. I have been able to create a creative space for children as well a teaching space. I also have experience working with special...
Tyler can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
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Nikteha B.


Waldorf, MD

$15-16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable Weekend Or Date Night Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a reliable, patient, and creative Babysitter who has 10+ years of experience caring for children from infants to teenagers and children with special needs. With me, your children will receive additional care. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker. With my skills and experience, I'm able to provide a...
Nikteha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"On time, professional, and her attention to detail is outstanding! Everything I could've asked for and I will be hiring her again."

Shai A.

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Annette K.


Hyattsville, MD

$13-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a special needs caregiver for over 25 years and care for clients of all ages. I empathetically and patiently Provide for the clients emotional, physical and mental needs. I provide support with daily tasks to all my challenged clients with love and respect. I accompany to school/classes/therapies if desire and...
4.0
"Annette, went above and beyond in her duties! What a blessing she is."

Samantha B.

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Shellie F.


Fort Washington, MD

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Caring!! Dependable!! Professional! Experience-25 years Facilities where I have worked- hospitals , maternity wards-daycare , military bases-mental wards for children-private homes Certificates, cna, CPR, first aid Specialize in , sleep training , infant Care, special needs, Down syndrome, autism Offering , infant care only...
Shellie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jamila D.


Washington, DC

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping

I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...
Jamila can also help with: Personal care, home modification, visiting nurse
5.0
"Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive."

Cecil D.

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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

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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.

Lisa J.

5.0

Lisa is wonderful! She's always on time and very reliable. She cares for my baby as if she was her own. My baby loves being with Lisa and always makes her laugh and me happy. Lisa is very knowledge and i feel comfortable asking for her opinion and advice. she listens to your wants. She's is great...

- Megan L.

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.

Elizabeth C.

5.0

Liz is dependable, knowledgeable and caring. I know my daughter is in good hands when she is with Liz. She has truly been a blessing to our family.

- Samantha P.

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