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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ferndale, MI

The average rate is $17/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Ferndale, MI

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Latia M.


Ferndale, MI

$10-50/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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Joycelynn H.


Ferndale, MI

$12-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hello My Names Josie :)

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...
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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Abbey K.


Ferndale, MI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Babysitter

Hi! My name is Abbey, I'm 24 years old, and I've had experience babysitting ever since I can remember. My mom was a nanny when I was growing up, so I would always help her out when she needed an extra hand, and in doing so I learned a lot about childcare. Ever since then I've babysat children of all ages, and I have experience...
Abbey can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
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Joycelynn H.


Ferndale, MI

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Joycelynn H.

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

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, travel, meal prep
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, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & 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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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: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sofia has always impressed me with her zeal for life. She is honest, very responsible, eager to be helpful. It's a blessing to know her."

Paulette T.

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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
"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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Alexandria B.


Detroit, MI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

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...
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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Tabi is a great person all around. She is amazing with children and pets. She is a great friend. Very responsible and reliable. Has amazing work ethic and is very organized. "

Saundra 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: Dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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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Carmen M.


Hazel Park, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Doula Offering Childcare, Meal Prep, Errands

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, 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.

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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.

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.