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Cari M.


Farmington, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Just Call Me Cari!

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! A little about me: I started out by caring for my little cousins as I was growing up, and moved on to caring for my nieces and nephews as they joined our family. All together now there are 8 nieces and nephews! I moved to Indiana for about a year and worked as a preschool teacher with the 3-4-year-old group. I shared...
Cari can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Cari is a very kind woman with many skill sets. She keeps a schedule and loves to teach and play with children. She is very loyal and reliable. When it comes to nannies it doesn't get any better than with her."

Amy G.

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Ahjanae N.


Madison Heights, MI

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Love Kids

I'd describe my personality as passionate, empathetic & driven. I love working with kids because they bring brilliance to your life. They're fun, energetic & full of life. They have so much to give to the world & so much to learn. My skills include being able to entertain & engage in activities, active listening &...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ahji has been a caregiver for us a few times this fall and each time has been a positive experience. She communicates well, is flexible, asks questions and has a great personality. She’s comfortable working with my non-verbal son. It’s great having her on my go-to...

Angela C.

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Peiton M.


Pontiac, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Peiton. I am 21 years old and located in Bloomfield Hills. I am looking for a new full time childcare position. I have loads of experience which can be shown both on my resume. I am looking for a long term position with a family that I can grow with that is paid through payroll, along with a contract. I work M-TH,...
Peiton can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!"

Sofia K.

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Jay G.


Southfield, MI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher/Teacher Consultant.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have skills in working with special needs children/young adults with my 25 years experience as a teacher, case manager, program/behavioral consultant, etc. Over my career span, I have provided services for just about all types of disabled children and young adults.
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Carmen M.


Hazel Park, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Doula Offering Childcare, .

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I am only seeking part time/occasional & casual situations. Sorry, but no school pick ups or drop offs available! Also, no early mornings. 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,...
Carmen can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carmen was scheduled pretty last minute on Thursday. She still accommodated me with a pre-cisit conversation about my daughter’s needs & her patterns and schedule. Carmen changed her, settled her down and when I got home my 5 month old was asleep. She stayed...

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Latia M.


Ferndale, MI

$11-50/hr9 yrs exp

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.

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Ashley C.


Berkley, MI

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! I Am Compassionate, Understanding, And Up For Anything!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am extremely experienced in nannying and babysitting, as well as caregiving for a variety of ages and disabilities. I love what I do, and can guarantee your loved one will be taken care of with thoughtful care and energy. I am finishing up my BFA degree in theatre from Central Michigan University, and I am first aid, CPR, and...
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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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Margareta I.


Waterford, MI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Vibes, Experienced With TBI Patients

Hi! I am a very positive, happy vibration that families love to have around. My experience starts over 10 years ago and includes care for toddlers, children, and adults with special needs (specifically traumatic brain injury and autism). I am extremely flexible and can accommodate almost any request. Can assist with dressing,...
Margareta can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Margareta is so loving and was wonderful with my boys. They still ask for her! She did tons of activities, was proactive and high energy to always keep them entertained and trying new things they liked. A wonderful nanny, wish she was still local to help us....

Lauren D.

7 years of caregiving for my special needs sister (cerebral palsy, Down syndrome). I have helped with my grandmother before passing for a couple years.
Sabreeya can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Karen A.


Madison Heights, MI

$11-16/hr

Fun And Energetic

Hi! My name is Karen and I'm a retired special needs teacher. I currently am looking for a senior care job where I can provide companionship, plan meals, do errands and laundry. I can assist with medication and bathing needs. I would like to have a friend where we can laugh and talk. I am available to do other jobs if needed....
Karen can also help with: Errands, hospice services, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care & more
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Zion P.


Redford, MI

$18-28/hr1 yrs exp

I have 18+ years of experience with special needs children. I can cook, wash, entertain/keep the children engaged, and whatever else is asked of me. I am CPR certified and I'm a caregiver
Zion can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Shianne L.


Detroit, MI

$26-31/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

CPR/BLS certified Nanny experience Senior care experience Assistant exp. Housekeeping Special needs experience Fully vaccinated.
Shianne can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Claire E.


Troy, MI

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

I have many years of experience in babysitting. I am good with individuals with special needs. I can help with swimming supervision and carpooling and running errands!
Claire can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Karen N.


Redford, MI

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My Name is Karen, I'm a wife and proud grandmother I been working in this field for over 15 years. I enjoy working with seniors, I worked with special needs kids . Autism and adults I'm a Caregiver who loves her job, I'm trustworthy and reliable. I believe in treat other's how you will like to be treated. I'm bilingual I speak...
Karen can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, specialized care, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

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Margareta I.


Waterford, MI

$20-35/hr

Happy Vibes, Experienced With Disabilities

Hi! I am a very positive, happy vibration that families love to have around. My experience starts over 15 years ago and includes care for toddlers, children, and adults with special needs (specifically traumatic brain injury). I am extremely flexible and can accommodate almost any request. Can assist with dressing, bathing,...
Margareta can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
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Bella K.


Bloomfield Hills, MI

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

I have been working in a school district for 24 years. I have gone from teaching preschool to elementary to middle school, basically in the area of Special Needs children. They have given to me more than I could ever have given my Special Needs students.
Bella can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Savannah S.


Southfield, MI

$20-37/hr10 yrs exp

I have two kids of my own .. A 12 yr old and a 3 yr old . I've worked with expert care that worked with families with children with special needs . -CNA -Meal preparations -Homework help -pick up from schools/ABA facilities -laundry I can do pretty much everything . Child care jobs CPR/First aid trained Own transpiration...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

I am a single mother of 2 teenage boys.
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Suzanne D.


Troy, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Nurturing Care Giver!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been watching kids for 10+ years. I am looking for part-time nanny work. I have worked as an au pair in Australia for six months, followed by about 10 months in Utah. After that, I was a nanny for a family with 4 children for 4+ years before taking on a full-time corporate position. I am comfortable with children of all...
Suzanne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Franklin, MI

Cari M.

5.0

We hired Cari as a full time (40hrs a week) nanny for my 3.5 year old and 9 month old. She is very punctual, takes great care of the children and does other tasks I have asked around the house. We are very happy to have her as a nanny!

- Jessica S.

Ahjanae N.

5.0

Ahji has been a caregiver for us a few times this fall and each time has been a positive experience. She communicates well, is flexible, asks questions and has a great personality. She’s comfortable working with my non-verbal son. It’s great having her on my go-to list for caregivers.

- Angela C.

Peiton M.

5.0

Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!

- Sofia K.

Carmen M.

5.0

Carmen did a great job with our twins. They enjoyed her company. She was punctual and very nice.

- Care member

Latia M.

5.0

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

- DiAngelo W.

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