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Special needs caregivers in Forestville, CA

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Sandra V.


Rohnert Park, CA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible And Experienced Caregiver With Professional References.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sandra, and I have experience working with individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. I've worked as a CNA specifically with disabled individuals and have a specialty in Autism care. I understand the importance of meeting clients where they are, providing patience, support, and care that aligns...
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Barbara H.


Rohnert Park, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
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Janet F.


Rohnert Park, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Woman Seeking Part Time Assistance Position. 2-3 Days Per Week (Day Hours)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an easygoing 64-year-old, good listener, warm personality seeking to be a companion and can help with medications, light meals, and drives to appointments, etc. I like to walk, listen to music, read, art appreciator, artistic soul with a sense of humor. I have been involved in Hospice and caring for my Father with CHF and...
Janet can also help with: Respite care, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure."

Audrey D.

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Ma De La Cruz A.


Santa Rosa, CA

$48/hr10 yrs exp

I Enjoy Helping Others

I'm a C. N. A (Certified Nurse Assistant) I speak English and Spanish more than 10 years experience I have various recommendation letters. I'm a person who loves to help others, especially those who can't help themselves or having special needs. Helping them makes me feel like I can ease their daily activities and influence...
Ma De La Cruz can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Maria really cares for her clients Healy and well being. "

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Megan T.


Petaluma, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Extraordinaire

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

From a young age I knew that I wanted a career involving working with children. My experience began working in an after school care program while pursuing my education in childhood development (ECE). From there I began working as a Para Educator with special needs children in the public school systems before moving on to...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I knew from the moment I met Megan that she was the right fit for our family. She has an easygoing, yet take charge way about her and has been a warm and loving, yet firm caretaker for our children for the past six years. She has been with us since I went back to...

Karen S.

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Waisea K.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-21/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a 17-year-old special needs daughter who has a little of everything. She is speech delayed and also suffers from silent seizures with which she is taking medication for. This experience has taught me a lot about caring for special needs. I also do Senior care for the last 8 yrs and I am well versed with the knowledge &...
5.0
"Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to our family."

Lois D.

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Leah J.


Santa Rosa, CA

$36/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a married mother of 3 boys. My youngest is 13 years old. I was a stay at home mom for 4 years when they were all little. My son's have been diagnosed with different mood disorders including ADHD, social anxiety, and misophonia. I currently work in a classroom setting with TK children. I am ProACT certified. I have knowledge...
Hi! I have worked with both adults with Autism as well as toddlers. I started working with children and adults with autism after meeting my boyfriends older sister who has a severe case of autism. I love working with all types of kids and would love to help out your family!
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Claire J.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Vaccinated, And Educated Nanny With Autism Behavioral Specialist Certification

Hello Families! My name is Claire and I have been working with children for over 10 years. I am currently at the SRJC and will be completing my Early Childhood Education degree this spring semester. Next fall, I will be transferring to the SSU Hutchins program to become a special education teacher. I have worked as a babysitter,...
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Monica B.


Petaluma, CA

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I was an aid at a school for special needs children in San Anselmo from 2017-2020. I helped with everyday life skills, such as speech, grocery shopping, budgeting, laundry, cooking, dishes, etc.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Maile! I'm 20 years old and have been working in childcare for 2 years as a daycare teacher. Some of my responsibilities were to plan curriculum (crafts, games, etc.), to teach the class as a whole as well as individuals. I also have been babysitting my students for the past 2 years as well. My skills include problem...
Maile can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Joape K.


Santa Rosa, CA

$30/hr2 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

I'd describe my personality as reserved and calm I like caring for people with special needs because I believe by providing support and access to opportunity, we can help people with special needs participate fully in their communities. I'm looking for a job that aligns with my skills and interests, a positive work...
I've always had a passion for childcare. It's incredibly rewarding to help shape young minds and contribute to their development. With over three years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I come from a big family with many younger cousins and siblings, so caring for...
Alondra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hello there! I am new to helping those with special needs. It has always been a dream of mine to help those with special needs actually since I was a little girl. I remember helping out in the special needs classroom tutoring some students in the elementary school there. I had one month helping out at Oaks of Hebron, and that...
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Ariel A.


Santa Rosa, CA

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Warm-Hearted And Energetic Nanny Ready To Care For Your Little Ones!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Ariel like the mermaid ! I have a big heart and an abundance of energy, which I love to share with the kids I care for. I enjoy spending time outdoors with them, exploring and having fun. I'm also open to helping out with any household chores or tasks that need to be done. Since the beginning of the school year, I've...
Ariel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Passionate working has special Ed I love to work with them because I learn from them, and they learn from me, the most interesting part is that I help them to develop their self esteem and they Can bright in the world, because they do have potential to success!!
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Ivana N.


Santa Rosa, CA

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Whole Health Coach

I'm a Whole Health Coach sitting for the National board exam. I'm trained to support well-being at every age, which means I bring extra care, calm, and know-how to everything I do. Whether I'm helping with the kids, supporting your parents, or keeping things running smoothly at home, my goal is to make life a little easier (and...
Hi! I'm Kara and I have been working with kids for about 5 years now. I myself am 21 years old have experience with kids ages 6 months to 11 years old and have worked with quite a few families over these past few years. I am CNA certified have worked with special needs kiddos before. I would love to hear from you! :)
Kara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a childcare provider for over a decade, and I've cared for children of all ages. My passion for fostering their growth and development has led me to pursue coursework in Early Child Development. My calm and patient personality allows me to create a safe and caring environment. I believe in open communication with...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Angelina C.


Cotati, CA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

About Me!

My name is Angelina, but most call me Angel. I'm almost 20, pursing my associates degree at the moment while working part time. I have always adored children since I was, well, a child! I have two years of professional paid experience with children, ages as young as 6 weeks old to as old as 12 years old, I have experience...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Forestville, CA

Janet F.

5.0

I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure.

- Audrey D.

Ma De La Cruz A.

5.0

Maria really cares for her clients Healy and well being.

- Care member

Megan T.

5.0

Megan was a god-send to our family. She is a seasoned career nanny - and a pro at raising children. Not only did she help raise my daughter to be a smart, capable, school-ready toddler during the most developmentally critical time of her life, but she became a dear friend and surrogate family...

- Care member

Waisea K.

5.0

Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to our family.

- Lois D.

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