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

48 special needs caregivers are listed in Dunnellon, FL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Dunnellon, FL

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Jessie H.


Dunnellon, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver For You

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jessica and I have about 20 years of experience in caring for those with special needs in their homes and in group home settings, as well as in a school setting. I am experienced in almost all areas of care and enjoy bringing a smile to other's faces.
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Ellen B.


Dunnellon, FL

$14-20/hr7 yrs exp

Care

Hi! I have a 19 yo son with autism. In Feb 2023 I started working for a family that I truly adore the children and parents. Ages 5, 7, 11, 17, and 18 all with disabilities. T and T from 1-5. I'm not willing to leave but I need more hours/day. I babysit and do housekeeping (dishes, laundry, bedding, refrigerator organization,...
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Melinda W.


Dunnellon, FL

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have almost 7 years of experience as a personal caregiver. Clients with dementia, progression Parkinson's disease.
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Tara S.


Dunnellon, FL

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

Tara L. S.

Attentive, alert and amiable hardworking caregiver available for work. I've spent the last 5 years working for an Adventist doctor with Ischemia and his adult D. S. Autistic daughter. I love what I do and am an addition to any situation. I also practice wellness and am an insured certified yoga teacher. Incredible chef and cook...
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Suzette S.


Dunnellon, FL

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver

I'm a compassionate and caring caregiver with 10+ years experience in the health care field. Assisting individuals to complete activities of daily living; personal care and hygiene, medication reminders, shopping, light meal preparation, errands and doctor visits or other appointments. Support and encouragement to participate in...
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Kaylene W.


Dunnellon, FL

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate Care Provider

Hello I'm Kaylene , A Hardworking dependable person with a passion for caregiving. Great Experience with Elders, Assisted help and long term care.
I'd describe my personality as caring, protective and patient. I like working with kids because, I just became a empty nester and all grandchildren started school, so won't be around as often. I'm looking for a job that has no drama and to be able to work from my home I started working with kids when I was 10 years old....
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Emma H.


Dunnellon, FL

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Well Rounded And Fun

Hi My Name is Emma and I truly love hanging out with children. They are so full of amazing energy, potential, and such a joy to be around. I am passionate about children because you can learn so much from them, especially how to enjoy the simple things in life all while getting to know them and their individual personalities. I...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Wanda R.


Dunnellon, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional, Caring, Loving, Experienced And Honest

Worked in the field for 28 years, special needs experienced, loves to educate children, will be a great addition to your family
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Julie B.


Dunnellon, FL

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Former Homeschool Mom

I am the mother of two grown children, one of whom has special needs. I homeschooled both of my children as well as taught other children in our homeschool group and church. I have a degree in engineering, but chose to stay home once we had children.
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Aucione D.


Dunnellon, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

I am a certified nursing assistant with over 25 years of dedicated full-time experience in both nursing home and private care settings. My extensive background has equipped me with the skills to provide exceptional care to elderly and special needs individuals. I am deeply passionate about my work and take pride in offering...
Aucione can also help with: Dementia, companionship, respite care, live-in home care, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

Hi, I have worked for children throughout my working career I worked for the state of Maine for 15 years as a Therapeutic Foster parent and also was an Adoptive and Foster parent trainer for five years. These jobs required me to have specialized training in behaviors, child development, and sensory regulations. I enjoyed this...
Renee can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ivanna J.


Hernando, FL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Ivanna and I love working with children. I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and studied Early Childhood Education in high school. I have experience working with children with special needs. I completed my PCA/CNA certifications from WTC and am CPR certified. If you are looking for someone that will actually...
5.0
"Fabulous! Can not say enough good things about Ivanna!! "

John H.

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Theresa B.


Beverly Hills, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Let's Be The Best We Can Be!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience, with personal references. I have experience with special needs children from deaf to nonverbal level 3 autistic. My whole goal is to provide a fun and safe environment for your family. I'm available afternoons and all day on the weekends.
Theresa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ivanna J.


Hernando, FL

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Ivanna and I love working with children. I have been babysitting for the past 11 years and studied Early Childhood Education in high school. I have experience working with children with special needs. I completed my PCA/CNA certifications from WTC and am CPR certified. If you are looking for someone that will actually...
Ivanna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

Marie S.


Hernando, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Experienced In The Care Of Infants, Children, Adults, And Elderly

I have 34 years experience in home settings. Knowing that I can make a difference in someone's life, that being there for someone allows them to remain in their home means so much to me. I enjoy home sitting for the care of my clients.
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Ann S.


Lecanto, FL

$13-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about childcare, and I have five years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have a natural ability to connect with children and create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for them. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing games with children, both indoors and outdoors. I believe that...
Ann can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Ann is the most amazing care giver one can kind. Punctual, communicative, and most importantly loving. She truly cares. You can't pay for that type of support!"

Noopur S.

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Taysia H.


Lecanto, FL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Nurturing And Experienced Caregiver

I have over 15 years of experience working with children and some of those experiences were involving specials needs. I have worked with cancer patients and with a variety of children with sensory disorders or Autistic. I can handle stressful situations with a calm and nurturing demeanor. I am very patient and I listen and...
5.0
"Taysia helped my family, I had help with remembering how to operate my computer and phone. She is great with collecting eggs off my farm, mowing and feeding my animals. I have a pool that she also helped me clean when it's needs to be vacuumed. She is a hard worker...

Lonnie H.

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Buffie S.


Ocala, FL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Mom With A Passion For Helping People Live Their Best Life.

I am a friendly, reliable, professional, compassionate, caregiver with a passion for helping people live their best lives. I have worked with children and adults with Autism, ADHD, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Bipolar Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy and other disabilities. Cheerful, kind, respectful, and patient Reliable,...
5.0
"I hired the Buffie for help with my mother who has Alzheimer’s. It was clear to me immediately that Buffie had experience in this area of care, as her skill level and knowledge were apparent. She is very kind and caring, and I would not hesitate to hire her as...

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Kristin K.


Ocala, FL

$25-40/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am an Occupational therapist. I have 4 children, 3 of them are grown and on their own. I love working with people of all ages!! I have 12 + years experience in the medical field. The last 7 years in Occupational Therapy. I have worked with clients of all ages from 2-100 years old with various diagnosis including Autistic, Non...
5.0
"Excellent move out cleaning. Highly recommend."

Londa M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dunnellon, FL

Ivanna J.

5.0

Fabulous! Can not say enough good things about Ivanna!!

- John H.

Ann S.

5.0

Ann is the most amazing care giver one can kind. Punctual, communicative, and most importantly loving. She truly cares. You can't pay for that type of support!

- Noopur S.

Taysia H.

5.0

Taysia helped my family, I had help with remembering how to operate my computer and phone. She is great with collecting eggs off my farm, mowing and feeding my animals. I have a pool that she also helped me clean when it's needs to be vacuumed. She is a hard worker and I appreciate the help that I...

- Lonnie H.

Buffie S.

5.0

I can’t say enough good things about Buffie. Buffie cared for my Mother for the last few months of her life when my Mother was bed ridden and required constant care. She lived in the home and took care of my Mother’s every need. She was gentle, calm, capable and attentive. Buffie spent a lot of...

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Kristin K.

5.0

Excellent move out cleaning. Highly recommend.

- Londa M.

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