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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ferndale, MI

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Ferndale, MI

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Latia M.


Ferndale, MI

$11-50/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Latia. I have 9 years experience with assisting special needs care and home health care. With the experience I have picked up along the way, it makes it really natural and fun for me to work with individuals with special needs. I am a great companion, who happens to enjoy what I do. I am always positive. Very...
5.0
"She's very dependable, patient, and positive. We love having her around. "

DiAngelo W.

My name is ms Holloway and I have 15 years of experience with many disorders, I very compassionate about my line of work and love helping others and seeing them smile.
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Stacey M.


Ferndale, MI

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

I am a first grade teacher. I had a non verbal Autistic student in my general education class last year. I learned a lot of skills by working with him. I am easy to work with and I have a ton of patience with kids. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
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Mckenna E.


Ferndale, MI

$17-30/hr

Part Time/Full Time Summer Caregiver Available

Hi! I am a currently finishing up my doctorate of physical therapy degree and looking for a nannying job during the summer! I am a responsible, reliable and fun-loving individual. I have a diverse experience in working with children of all ages. I have spent summers past being a camp counselor, teaching swim lessons, assisting...
Mckenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Carley B.


Ferndale, MI

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Carley! I'm a Certified Holistic Health Coach and over the last 10 years I have had the pleasure of working alongside three incredible families to support and care for their little ones. Although, my professional career started in the corporate world, I soon realized that was not where I was meant to be. I fell into...
Carley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children since I was 13 years old. My experience is from 4-month-old triplets to 12-year-old children. I have also been working with special needs children for the past 3 years. I have learned many valuable moments with these children. I have a very bubbly, and energetic personally about myself. I also...
Vanessa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We were very impressed with Vanessa, she'd be an ideal fit for any family both given her experience and personality. Very sharp young lady."

Anita S.

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Gabby M.


Hazel Park, MI

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, there! My career as a babysitter began when my first nephew (who has special needs) was born when I was just 7 years old. From this time on, I was a mommy's helper and this continued on as my sister gave me another niece and nephew. By the time I was 12 years old, I had about a dozen little cousins and my niece and nephews...
Gabby can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My girls love Gabby! She is reliable, flexible and sweet! So thankful we found her!"

Gina S.

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Dorota M.


Warren, MI

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a practicing nurse for over 20 years. I believe that my previous experience as well as my passion of helping people makes me a perfect candidate for special needs children. Not only do I enjoy being with children, I especially care about children who require special care.
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Allison L.


Royal Oak, MI

$24/hr7 yrs exp

Baby Sitter In Howell, MI

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Allison and I am 25 years old and looking for a part time nannying job. My experience: - I have been babysitting/nannying since for 10 years from ages 4 months - 13 years - I spend my summers in Montana working in the children's program of a dude ranch with ages 3 + -I did one year in New Zealand as a live in...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Allie was absolutely wonderful and our daughter ADORED her. We miss her greatly and would recommend her to anyone!"

Jackie C.

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Sofia B.


Detroit, MI

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, And Reliable Caregiver!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! am an active, creative, reliable, patient, and fun caretaker for your children! I am now in my second year as a kindergarten teacher in Belleville MI. I have had 8 years of combined education and experience with children aged 3 months to children with special needs aged 20+. I am also CPR and first aid...
Sofia can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"What an amazing young woman! Fun-loving, joyful and with a servant's heart!"

Blythe B.

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Dawn S.


Sterling Heights, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Residential/Commercial Cleaner

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My love for what I do started with my own disabled daughter of 18 yrs. then of course my son , care for my elder parents . Finished school nursing , well rounded personality/ love all people & enjoy giving & helping more than anything Also, have had own Cleaning business since 2001! Have had most my clients 20 plus years .
5.0
"Great caregiver. Will give 100% quality care to her client. Would highly recommend."

Sherryl O.

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Alissa A.


Troy, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have worked with special needs children from the ages 3-18 years old. My experiences include: I watched a 17-year-old boy who has the mind of a 2-year-old. I did everything for him. I have also worked with a boy with Down Syndrome, I have also volunteered in a special education school since 2011 where I worked with special...
5.0
"The fact that there was a reply was great!"

Mike C.

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Tabitha A.


Hazel Park, MI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Career Nanny Of 20+ Years. I Have Also Worked In A Pre-school Caring For Children.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tabbi, I am a mother of two adult children and a grandma of four. I have provided childcare for 30 years. I have my degree in early childhood development and education. I have also been trained in first aid and CPR. I have worked in a pre-school setting as well as families homes and my own home. I have...
Tabitha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Tabby was a wonderful asset to my family. The kids loved knowing she was coming and always were well taken care of. There was never a worry as I left to go to work. The projects she arranged to do with the kids are kept and cherished. I have a special needs son and...

Margot L.

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Carmen M.


Hazel Park, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Doula Offering Childcare, .

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I have over 25 years' experience with children of all ages as well as special needs and elder care. I'm certified as a birth & postpartum doula & CPR/First Aid. I am intelligent, nurturing, creative, attentive & reliable. Solution oriented, big picture thinker. Love crafts, swimming, reading, imagination play etc. I'm an...
Carmen can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great experience with Carmen. she was punctual, knowledgeable, engaged, and asked really good questions. My daughter, who loves nothing more than interacting with new people, had a really good time."

Sandra P.

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Lauren Z.


Clawson, MI

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My names Lauren, I have taken care of children from newborns to 22 years of age, with and without special needs. I love to plan fun activities and trips to make sure all children have fun. I can cook and clean, I also have reliable transportation, making sure your child is safe and taken care of is my number one goal! All...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Just love her!! Lucky to have a great nanny for my 5 month year old daughter!"

Michelle C.

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Sandra D.


Royal Oak, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

SENIOR CARE PROVIDER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sandra , I have aided several seniors by providing practical help along with companionship. I have cared for clients whose loved ones were diagnosed with Alzheimer's and Dementia I have aided my seniors with organizing, guiding and helping them with physical exercises. I also engage them in mental stimulation by means...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Sandra was very engaging, and kind. She brought crafts and games to keep my Mom's mind challenged. She was great after Mom's knee surgery, bringing special knee ice wraps, and managing her pain and medications."

Valerie R.

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Sarah B.


Detroit, MI

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Evening/Weekend Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As the oldest of 5 kids, and aunt to 12 I have been caring for children since I was very young. During my teen years I often cared for friends, and family's children from 1 child, up to 10 at times. During my adults years I have worked: -2 years as the primary nanny for a family. The children were 4, and 8 months. -5 summers as...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Reliable and dependable. Good with my kids. Would hire again. "

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Breanna W.


Detroit, MI

$20-22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Breanna, and I am a dedicated 26-year-old caregiver with a recent move back to the Detroit area from Tampa, Florida. I bring over seven years of experience working with individuals across all ages, from newborns to teens, as well as children with special needs and elderly adults. I am known for my reliability,...
Breanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Bre has watched our toddler twice. She is patient with him and has the energy to keep up with all of the things he wants to do. She is artistic, helpful, punctual and a great communication. She is sweet and we will definitely have her sit for us again."

Christina L.

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Brittney L.


Southfield, MI

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 1 yr and half experience working with autistic children ages 3, 4, And 8 yr old. I did ABA therapy with them.
5.0
"I hired Brittany to care for my adult son diagnosed with autism. She was both compassionate, trained, and professional. Her experience with ABA therapy was a huge plus."

Andrea W.

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Heather C.


Berkley, MI

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced Hospice and Home Care Registered Nurse. I have an extensive work background with individuals affected by Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke and Dementia. Prior experience as Program Nurse for Oakland Schools' severely and multiply impaired population (SMI/SXI) and Camp Nurse. The camp is a summer residential...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ferndale, MI

Latia M.

5.0

She's very dependable, patient, and positive. We love having her around.

- DiAngelo W.

Vanessa O.

5.0

We were very impressed with Vanessa, she'd be an ideal fit for any family both given her experience and personality. Very sharp young lady.

- Anita S.

Gabby M.

5.0

My girls love Gabby! She is reliable, flexible and sweet! So thankful we found her!

- Gina S.

Allison L.

5.0

Allie was absolutely wonderful and our daughter ADORED her. We miss her greatly and would recommend her to anyone!

- Jackie C.

Sofia B.

5.0

What an amazing young woman! Fun-loving, joyful and with a servant's heart!

- Blythe B.

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Ratings for Ferndale, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Ferndale, MI are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.