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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ferndale, MI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Ferndale, MI
Latia M.
Ferndale, MI
$10-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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
"Tia is very sweet, kind, and works to engage my brother in law, who has special needs, in activities that interest him. My mother in law was hesitant to hire a caregiver to help out with her son, and she has felt very comfortable with Tia and has been able to get...
Cynthia M.
Robin H.
Ferndale, MI
$15-20/hr
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.
Hello my name is Joycelynn, Josie for short I work for Henry Ford hospital as a ophthalmology assistant. I have 5 plus years of patient care experience I'm a very passionate and caring person. I have experience with developmental challenged children and adults. I have a passion for caring for others please let me know if I can...
Stacey M.
Ferndale, MI
$25-30/hr • 5 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.
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
Carley B.
Ferndale, MI
$23-25/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Hello:)
My names Josie for short, I've worked with elderly patient with many different needs from dementia and Alzheimer to special needs . I've worked in the medical field for 8+ years at Henry Ford in there ophthalmology department and have always enjoyed caring for patients on the weekend . I've recently left Henry ford and...
Joycelynn can also help with: Dementia, specialized care, mobility assistance, personal care
3.0
(2)
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, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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.
Hazel Park, MI
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"My girls love Gabby! She is reliable, flexible and sweet! So thankful we found her!"
Gina S.
Dorota M.
Warren, MI
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(5)
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:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"What an amazing young woman! Fun-loving, joyful and with a servant's heart!"
Blythe B.
5.0
(2)
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.
Alexandria B.
Detroit, MI
$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Some of my best days include seeing something amazing through a child's eyes. I am hoping to find full time employment with a family that needs a long term caregiver with passion, experience and a natural affinity for nurturing. I grew up helping care for my cousin who has Down Syndrome. He is the source of my passion and...
5.0
(1)
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.
Tabitha A.
Hazel Park, MI
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Am A Career Nanny Of 20+ Years. I Have Also Worked In A Pre-school Caring For Children.
4.3
(6)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
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.
5.0
(1)
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: Companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
*** Sorry, no new clients at least til January***
Seeking only part-time ~10 hours weekly, one-time or short term positions. Sorry, no school drop off or pickup on a regular basis. Activities transportation is available, on a case-by- case basis.
I have over 25 years' experience with children of all ages as well as special...
Carmen can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & 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.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Recent college grad, I have been watching kids for over 15 years. I have worked in a daycare with children ranging ages 2-7. I can change diapers. I babysit on a regular basis for my 6 neighbor kids ranging from Newborn-12. I have First aid training and I am CPR certified. I was in a peer buddy program for children with autism...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Madeline is one of our children's favorite sitters. We have depended on her to transport them safely, take care of them for long hours, all while they have fun! Highly recommend Madeline for a sitter or nanny. "
Emily L.
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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.
Sofia B.
5.0
What an amazing young woman! Fun-loving, joyful and with a servant's heart!
- Blythe B.
Dawn S.
5.0
Dawn is fantastic! From the moment she got here she made me feel extremely comfortable and was very helpful. She is a gentle and caring person and I highly recommend her.
- Ryan H.
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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.