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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ellenton, FL

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Ellenton, FL

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Josephine S.


Bradenton, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Mommy Substitute Available On Call

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Josie. I live in Greyhawk Landing. I have worked for numerous families in Panther Ridge, Lakewood Ranch, Palmer Ranch, The Inlets, Copperstone, Chelsea Oaks, River Wilderness in Parrish and Greyhawk Landing for more than 5 years, as both a mommy substitute and nanny back up. My work experience includes children...
Josephine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Josie is amazing! She is wonderful with any age. The house always looked great when I got home and she is so personable. I couldn't ask for a better sitter. Highly recommended!"

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Kim R.


Bradenton, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a dependable caretaker who is looking for full-time home care so people could stay home with some extra help. I am caring, reliable and trustworthy with you or your loved one. I'm presently working at a Home Agency in FL. I was working at a memory assistance, residential house setting and Visiting Angels in NH and MA...
Kim can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Kim. She was the first care giver we had for my Mother and she was our guide throughout her care—advising us on how to set up managing multiple aides, and letting us know best practices. She is knowledgeable, caring and a...

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Christine W.


Bradenton, FL

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Healthcare Worker Looking To Help Others

I have about 15 years experience in the medical field. I am no longer working full time and I'd like to start working for clients at home. I am working hard to obtain my nursing degree since I am determined, experienced, and great at what I do! Over the last 15 years I have worked with home health, specialists and primary care...
Christine can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Jerry H.


Palmetto, FL

$18-28/hr2 yrs exp

All You Need Is Love

Originally from the state of Maine. Semi-retired living here in Florida. As a senior I can relate to older ones. Having the first hand experience of being a care giver to my wife after her Hemorrhagic Brain stroke for 2 years, followed immediately by stage 4 Malignant Melanoma until death 10 months later taught me much about...
Jerry can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

I worked in a special education school in NY for 6 years. I was a one on one aid for kids with intellectual, learning, and behavioral disabilities. I am very patient and fun to be around. I like to come up with different ways to have a good time, taking into consideration their level of ability. I was trained in Theraputic...
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Sarah H.


Palmetto, FL

$13-20/hr

Family Oriented Caregiver - Active, Caring, Patient

For over a year I worked as an in-home caregiver for an elderly man and his two adult disabled children. I worked doing household chores and regularly took them out and about to their social engagements. Looking forward to meeting another wonderful family.
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Emma H.


Bradenton, FL

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

I worked with an autistic girl for 3 years. She was nonverbal until 2 years ago and she's 8 now. took her to school, gave her baths, fed her, and gave her love she needed. I ran errands for the guardians over her everyday. I love to work with kids and get on their level of thinking and entertain them! My passion since I was 13...
Hi I'm a bilingual college grad I have 7 years of experience as a nanny -- started at the beginning of college. However, I had 5 years prior to that as a babysitter during my teen years. I have watched children for 10+ families, many of whom would be happy to refer me to new families. I have watched children of all ages from...
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Ciera L.


Bradenton, FL

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

As a teacher I have worked with a variety of children with a variety of needs. I spent three years as a nanny to a special needs child as well.
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Hannah M.


Bradenton, FL

$14-19/hr9 yrs exp

Energetic, Dependable, And A Fantastic Sitter!

Hi there parents and guardians! I am a 19-year-old babysitter living in Sarasota, Florida. I currently go to the University of Cincinnati but living at home for the summer. Over my 8 years of experience working with kids from a few months old to teenagers, I've also had several years of special need kids. I do have my own car so...
Hannah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kirsten M.


Bradenton, FL

$14-23/hr

23 Year Old Loooking To Help Someone In Need

I don't have experience with special needs but am willing to learn. I am perusing a career in teaching and enjoy helping those in need. My pay is flexible.
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Pricylla G.


Palmetto, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

I have worked with Alzheimer's, Dementia, and the mentally ill at all levels. I worked in the community helping families reunite with loved ones and assisted with visitation appointments as scheduled. I have a background working with adults and children with special needs of all levels. I am skilled with crisis intervention. My...
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Kaleb B.


Bradenton, FL

$17-50/hr

A Little About Me

In my spare time, I like to work on cars One thing you should know about me is I work at a special needs behavioral group home as well My skills include medication administration ability to bathe clients experience in behavioral homes
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Janet S.


Bradenton, FL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Kind Patient Reliable Caretaker Available For Elderly Care

I am a caring individual who has nanny experience, hospice patient caretaker experience, and experience caring for a special needs young man. I am interested in finding work caring for an elderly person.
Janet can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, respite care, transportation & more
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Stephanie S.


Sarasota, FL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Special Need Care

I have worked with children with autism and the disabled. I have over 7 years experience. I have worked through agencies and a nursing home.
I was also employed with Family Care over the course of six months babysitting. In addition, I spent all four years of my high school helping special needs children in the classroom. I enjoy working with children because it brings me joy knowing I can care and provide for a child while bringing them happiness. I am open to pick...
Grace can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi. My name is Lisa and I'm interested in helping you and your loved one. In the mid 1990's I worked in group homes with developmentally disabled adults. Near that time I also assisted the senior population in their homes with companionship, household chores, errands, and doctors appointments, so that they could remain in their...
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Rebecca R.


Bradenton, FL

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter Looking For My Next Adventure!!

Hello! Happy to see you here :) I have six years of experience working with children (ranging in ages from infant to adulthood). I also have experiences with multiple children at a time as well as working with children such special needs.
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Christine W.


Bradenton, FL

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Looking To Help Special Needs, Worked With Elderly Patients For 9 Years Plus Military Training

I Love helping others.. I have CPR, AED, CNA, MA, end of life care, Phlebotomy, Med tech certifications plus 15 years of experiance in the medical field
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Iris A.


Sarasota, FL

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Have been in the medical field for 20+ years. I treat my patients as if they were my family. With respect, love, understanding and compassion.

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