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189 special needs caregivers are listed in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Stacey L.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, I'm excited to introduce myself to you. My name is Stacey and I am a teacher in Broward County. I've taught middle to high school, preK to special needs students for the last 30 years. I am state and Nationally certified preK-12th grade. Additionally, I have volunteered as a Girl Scout troop leader for 13 years, from...
Stacey can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Luciana B.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Educated, Professional And Reliable Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi moms and dads I am enthusiastic, nurturing, and trustworthy! I'm very professional and will provide exceptional care for your children. I have extensive experience looking after children of all ages, having worked for families with different age groups I am happy and confident looking after young children with medical...
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Joannie A.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Empath Instinct Over 30 Yrs Working With Seniors And Special Needs

Over 30 years Experience, personal care, assistant. I'm a common sense person, medically inclined holistic when needed. Served my Previous client for 20 years he recently passed away. Excellent work References upon request. I speak clear English and Spanish, organizational skills, proactive, entertaining Experience with...
Joannie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia
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Stacey K.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Why Caregiving?

Hello I am a caregiver and certified as a HHA, I am up to date with all my training and certifications, my past experiences have been live-in, memory care and respite. The love I have for the elderly and special needs children comes deep within. I have been recommended from previous clients to work with new clients, and this...
Stacey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Taylor S.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$30-40/hr3 yrs exp

Positive, Gentle And Respectful

I have plenty of experience working with seniors (with and without special needs) and have the attitude to make a difference! I am comfortable with hygiene related activities, cooking, and outings. I am also familiar with medication dispensing, and many medical conditions. My schedule is quite flexible so please reach out with...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, respite care, errands, dementia & more
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Yalexa V.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

My Experience

I have years of experience taking care of seniors and kids and I love what I do, I did help seniors with dementia and special need kids.
Yalexa can also help with: Errands, hospice services, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
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Desiree W.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$23-25/hr4 yrs exp

I'm Experienced With Working As A Caregiver In Area Such As Alzheimer's, Dementia, Sundown.

Hello potential employers, my name is Desiree I am a certified Home health caregiver. I have been working with elderly over 4 years. I'm experienced with working as a caregiver in area such as Alzheimer's, dementia, sundown, bedridden, and special needs. I'm also a great companion and will engage in daily activities such as...
Desiree can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I like caring for seniors because it's passion for me to help elderly and disabled patients. I started caring for seniors and special needs patients since 2006. One thing you should know about me is I have a special needs child who I dearly love and take my time to meet his needs. Taking care of my son has encouraged me to...
Islande can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
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Sylvia M.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$13-30/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Senior, Children And Challenged Adults Caregiver

I am a very creative caregiver for adults or children with more than 15 years experience. I am very enthusiastic, compassionate and spiritually oriented. I have worked with children, elderly, and challenged adults. My companionship skills are unique. and therapeutical in many ways. Have helped the elderly with depression, and...
Sylvia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
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Daniela M.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$20-32/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable Support!

I have over 5 years of experience in childcare from newborn and night nursing, toddlers and early school age, up to 17 years old. Also, I have supported adults in need of basic care and companionship. Both including live-in support. I hold a background in psychology and have experience working with special needs and challenging...
Daniela can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands
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Mabel M.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

"Nurse Caregiver With Love."

I am a dedicated caregiver with over 15 years of experience in nursing, offering my services to both children and elderly individuals. My background includes extensive knowledge in basic care and the management of various medical conditions. Additionally, I have experience in providing education and support for special needs...
Mabel can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, respite care, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
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Kimberly S.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm A Very Honest Creative Person That Love To Help People.I'm Very Passionate Person And My Work Me

I have 35 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Bathing/Dressing assistance with reminders of medicine and more I have worked with patient with dementia and Alzheimers. I also worked in a memory care center, my passion is elderly and special needs. Im also great with computers, assisting with homework.
Kimberly can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Ann A.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Autism Specialist

Hi, my name is Anna. I have been working in the field of medicine and special education with special needs children and young adults for the last 35 years. I recently retired and I like to help others in need. I was a grade K12 Exceptional student education public school teacher for the last 35 years and I worked my second job...
Ann can also help with: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
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Oleg B.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Oleg

a trusted Registered Nurse Specialist with excellent patient care skills gained through over 5 years of experience in the field. 3 years in Europe. Poland, Germany. and two years in the USA) I speak English, Russian, Polish, Ukrainian, I have HHA, CPR, HIV, Alzheimer's, Dementia certificates. and also cared for elderly men and...
Oleg can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Ava S.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Dedicated CNA With Exceptional Care, And Three Years Of Experience.

I started caring for seniors three years ago. One thing you should know about me is I am very friendly, compassionate, and I have a big heart for helping others My skills include cna work, compassionate, assisted daily living skills, and help with light housekeeping. I also have experience with special needs and little kids. I...
Ava can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
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Dionne C.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Aide/full Time

5.0

(1)

Own a reliable vehicle with a valid driver s license and clean driving record Able to handle emergency and unforeseen situations effectively. Love to care for special needs person.

Sally S.


Fort Lauderdale, FL

$25-50/hr20 yrs exp

4.1

(7)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Sally! I am a 33-year-old newlywed who has been babysitting since I was 14 and I nannied throughout college and after. I took a break from full time nannying after my last longterm family and used my college degree to work for hardrock. While it was fun it was something I wasn't passionate about. I just got certified as...
Sally can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Sally has been watching my daughter since she was an infant who is currently 8. Even now her and my daughter have a very special bond and when available I use Sally as much as possible. She builds strong relationships with the people she works for and the children...

Cindy S.

Hi! My name is Camryn. I have specific experience with development and speech delayed children. I also recently worked at the YMCA of the Rockies in Colorado that had lots of special needs stay away camps come and visit with us for many fun activities. I had the pleasure to work with children with Autism, Down syndrome, and...
I am an experienced care giver and Behavioral Therapist. I can assist with Math , English, Reading , Writing and other learning activities. If I am a good fit for your family I can be reached through care . com.

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Ratings for Fort Lauderdale, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Fort Lauderdale, FL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 137 reviews of the 189 listed special needs caregivers.