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Special needs caregivers in Eagle Lake, FL

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Brittney G.


Auburndale, FL

$21-25/hr

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Fun Friendly Family Oriented I have experience working on the Oncology Dept. at the hospital Private Home Care , Pediatric patients , Hospice, Down syndrome , disabled children/adults, !
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Mayra D.


Winter Haven, FL

$20-50/hr15 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as respectful, Friendly and helpful. I like caring for people with special needs because I believe in the potential that all people have, no matter their condition. I'm looking for a job that I receive respect for my person, adequate remuneration and appreciation for my work in a pleasant...
30 years of experience with childcare. Experience with deaf and autistic children. working with autism children I realize many of them do not like to speak, they prefer to sign, so I am fluent in sign language.
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Alayna R.


Auburndale, FL

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Alayna! I have about 8 years of experience in childcare due to family and family friends, but 4 years of childcare being an actual profession. I have worked with children from the ages of 4 months - 16 years. I have CPR/First Aid training, and experience in caring for children with special needs. I like to...
Alayna can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alisha H.


Lakeland, FL

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Aye, Aye, Captain!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Alisha. I am a dedicated and experienced sitter/helper for errands, pets, senior care, special needs, infants, toddlers, children, and teenagers, with years of experience providing professional services. I am a nurturing, compassionate, and reasonably firm & resolute individual who enjoys helping you and your...
Alisha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alisha was an absolute pleasure to coordinate and work with. I hired her while on vacation. My son said she played with her, was nice to her and loved her. Friendly and professional. I am happy to be a reference. Thanks for much needed mommy time."

Latasha M.

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Michaelle C.


Davenport, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) with 10+years experience senior care, special needs care, Demetia care and more. I am a Compassionate, Caring, Loving. Available 24/7.
Michaelle can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"If you are reading this review, then you are in are in a similar situation to the one I was in. I was looking for a caregiver for my very ill husband. The long days and nights had caught up with me. Hiring someone to come into my home and care for my husband with...

Denise C.

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Callahan G.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Camp Counselor Who Misses Hanging Out With Kiddos!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting families in my hometown since I was 11 years-old and I have been a camp counselor at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp for the past four summers. I have also worked with children with special needs as a volunteer at Easterseals in Chicago, Illinois. I hope to create long-term relationships with families. My...
Callahan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work with. We feel incredibly blessed to have met her."

Maria S.

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Marie R.


Lakeland, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

I am an Early Childhood Education major with more than 18 years experience, with a speciality area of Children With Special Needs ( Autism, Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida.....). I have been trained to feed children with G tubes. I have 15 +years of providing care for newborns and toddlers. I love fostering long relationships with...
Marie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Very thoughtful of my children's needs. She is compassionate and understanding."

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Danielle T.


Davenport, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mama And Outdoors Lover!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of hands on experience and am a mama myself! I can help with cleaning the house, meal preparation, laundry, errands and pets! I love to take kiddos to museums, the zoo, and lots of outdoor fun. Extremely detail oriented, safe, and attentive. Being a mama, I want the best for your babies just like I would my own!...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We couldn't say enough great things about her! We have a now 3 year old (he was 2 months when Danielle started) and a 5 year old along with two rowdy pups. When I first went back to work I was nerve wrecked, and she was our first nanny. But she would text so many...

Melanie M.

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Aida R.


Davenport, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping , Crafts Drop off and pick up. I have experienced with special needs kids I've worked with special needs kids for the past seven years. I have an excellent driving record I have a CDL class B. I drove school buses for 10 years and as a part-time I also hand to care...
Aida can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gets the job done in a timely manner."

Esther A.

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Joy R.


Davenport, FL

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Sitter And Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I would love to help you take care of your children! I have experience in after school care, homework help and errands. I also have experience with taking care of babies and toddlers. I recently have been employed on a part-time basis for pick up after school until parents come home. I have almost 10 yrs experience. My...
Joy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Excellent caregiver for our four month old, looking forward to working with her again!!"

Andria H.

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Brandy M.


Lakeland, FL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Homemaking Companion Care-giving Personal Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Home Health Aide. I am an approved provider with APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities). I am certified in CPR/First Aid. I have worked with the elderly and people with disabilities for more than 10 years.
5.0
"Brandy was super, and made a stressful day for me more tolerable. I hired her to take me to and from a medical appointment (I was not permitted to drive myself because I was getting anesthesia). She arrived promptly, had clean transportation, was personable, and...

Mary F.

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Lindy Z.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked for comfort keepers for a year and received many credentials while there. I have experience with special needs and I can supply references if needed.
Lindy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental hygiene. She even gives her foot rubs! My mother and the staff at her Assisted Living Facility love her. She has also...

Kimberly M.

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Tracey B.


Haines City, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Local And Experienced Caregiver Available

20 years in health care. I specialize in Special needs care and elderly care. I have great communication skills, dependable and trustworthy. I also do light house keeping and meal preparations.
Tracey can also help with: Home modification, respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Working with Tracey, I was able to get to know her as a caring person with a wise soul and calm demeanor. Her work ethic is where she really shines. That is why when my Aunt needed help with her elderly mother, I first thought of Tracey. She could be trusted to...

Melissa D.

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Victoria M.


Lakeland, FL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Victoria! I am 24 years old and from Lakeland. I have worked over 500+ hours as a certified nursing assistant through UF Health. I graduated with my bachelors degree in Health Science from UF in 2022. I have spent a lot of time working with dementia and Alzheimer's patients through my work at an adult daycare...
Victoria can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Victoria helped us out for just a short time, but we had a great experience with her. She's knowledgeable, kind, and flexible."

Wilma D.

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Angela C.


Davenport, FL

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi There, I have experience with a plethora of different types of children. Most had special needs including Cerebral Palsy, Autism and Down syndrome. I have taken care of kids with learning disabilities as well. The last 2 families I was with had me travel with them to help with the infants and son with autism. I've worked...
5.0
"Super helpful with fixing up our kitchen and made it more functional while watching the kids !"

Mary L.

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Doris A.


Haines City, FL

$19/hr10 yrs exp

A Helping Hand

Hello my name is Doris, I'm a compassionate and extremely hardworking worker. Ive been in the care taking environment since my younger years. I have a handicapped brother and helped my mother raise him so I'm very experienced with caretaking and special needs care Im very excited to meet you and your family
Doris can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, personal care
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Chantel T.


Davenport, FL

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistant

I Just graduated college for Communication Disorders and work with children with special needs at Perkins School and the Cotting School. I am also an ASL 1 and 2 instructor.
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Lindy Z.


Lakeland, FL

$13-17/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked for comfort keepers and private individuals. I have experience and have taken numerous online classes to help better serve my clients with specials needs. I have lived in Lakeland for 20 years and have plenty of references.
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Flori S.


Lakeland, FL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For The BEST NANNY LOOK NO MORE,

Funny very friendly and always happy I like working with kids because I love making them happy and watching them grow up to be good adults and feel loved and always happy . If children know someone is proud of them they will always have high self esteem. I'm looking for a job that appreciates a great sitter/nanny and treats...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Eagle Lake, FL

Alisha H.

5.0

Alisha was an absolute pleasure to coordinate and work with. I hired her while on vacation. My son said she played with her, was nice to her and loved her. Friendly and professional. I am happy to be a reference. Thanks for much needed mommy time.

- Latasha M.

Michaelle C.

5.0

Strongest recommendation for Mica who worked in our home for 1.5 years helping our two 90-year-old moms (one mobile, one bedridden). Oustanding general behavior: o Always on time and doesn't ask for time off; o Trustworthy with everything (e.g., personal belongings, money, and use of credit...

- Leigh R.

Callahan G.

5.0

Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work with. We feel incredibly blessed to have met her.

- Maria S.

Marie R.

5.0

Very thoughtful of my children's needs. She is compassionate and understanding.

- Care member

Danielle T.

5.0

We couldn't say enough great things about her! We have a now 3 year old (he was 2 months when Danielle started) and a 5 year old along with two rowdy pups. When I first went back to work I was nerve wrecked, and she was our first nanny. But she would text so many photo's throughout the day without...

- Melanie M.

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