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Special needs caregivers in Garrett Park, MD

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Angel R.


Derwood, MD

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Care Provider

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Angel & I've got 5 years experience in paid childcare services. Ranging from children 3 months to late teens. I've recently been working with an infant and toddler & absolutely loved the year and a half with them. But I'm open to children of all ages. I've also got special needs experience as I've worked with...
Angel can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Angel takes proud in her work and she is a hard worker and she does her work well. She make a great addition to the family"

Nonkululeko C.

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Jemima N.


Gaithersburg, MD

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Patient

Hi, my name is Jemima came to America in January 2010 and started working as a GNA in August of the same year. I worked in Texas, North Carolina, and finally Maryland all because my husband is a the Navy so we moving.
5.0
"Jemima provides a 5 star service. Goes above and beyond required basics. Provided insight into practical care situations in which most clients most likely not experienced ... Meals timing, bathing, grooming, clothing changes, moving of client, interaction with...

Peter O.

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Zufan M.


Silver Spring, MD

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I became a Home Health Aide (HHA) in 2007 working first for an agency and then privately for families. In 2009 I started working privately for an elderly couple living in Northwest Washington, DC. His primary diagnosis was Dementia; hers was Alzheimer's. He died in November of 2015. She died in November of 2018. They both...
Zufan can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Zufan cared for my wife from 2019-2021 during the day while I worked. My wife is partially paralyzed and Zufan helped with dressing, grooming, preparing meals, giving medicine, and light chores. My wife liked when Zufan came and especially appreciated little...

John K.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a younger brother who has down syndrome. We are 2. 5 years apart, and growing up (4 out of 5 kids) him & I were the closest. I did any and everything for him! From walks, to feeding, playing, showering, taking care of everything you can think of. He has cancer for 4 years at 5 years old, and our entire lives changed. He...
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Kimberlee G.


Bethesda, MD

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have experience in many areas of caring. I have nannied for evening time parents meeting groups where I watched a range of 3-8 children all between the ages of 3-10yrs old. I have younger cousins between 1-10yrs old so I am excellent with children and babies and always treat them like they are my own. I have a natural way with...
Kimberlee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kimberlee was fantastic! She walked in and immediately started playing with our kids, which we really appreciated. They warmed up to her right away. She also gave us an update during our outing to let us know that everything was going well, which was really nice....

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Fabiana D.


Silver Spring, MD

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! Experienced nanny with 6 years of experience, having worked with two long-term families. I specialize in caring for babies, children up to 12 years old, and those with special needs, particularly autism. I am CPR certified and currently seeking a full-time position with a family where I can establish a...
Fabiana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amazing work and very reliable!!"

Thais L.

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Queeny B.


Washington, DC

$30-40/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! Welcome To My Profile!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Queeny and I work with children professionally including school aged children and little ones ages 0-3. Can you guess my profession? I look at the family holistically, supporting children in their activities of daily living (feeding, toileting, etc), self regulation, fine motor, etc. I utilize a lot of crafts that are...
Queeny can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Queeny was always on time and willing to do what was asked of her. She is easy to be around and talk to. We felt comfortable having her in our home."

Joanna G.

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Gifty Q.


Gaithersburg, MD

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Friendly caregiver with various certifications. I have experience in working with babies, infants children with special needs and seniors
5.0
"Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient when he had one of his "moments" and most of all she she was gracious when I told her I was running late home. Thank you Gifty...

Amber V.

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Marlo B.


Washington, DC

$17-25/hr9 yrs exp

Weeknights And Weekends

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Marlo and I am 28 years old. I have my masters degree in psychology and am in my final months of graduate school earning my doctorate (PsyD). I genuinely enjoy caring for, and teaching, kids and teens and consider myself engaged, patient, and reliable. I have a long history working with children both with and...
Marlo can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marlo is an excellent caregiver! We currently use her for occasional date nights. Our daughter really loves her and she is great with her!"

Elizabeth H.

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Paige C.


Kensington, MD

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I am a people person! I love making someone smile but, also being able to help them through anything. I am very outgoing and responsible. After high school, I became a member of Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad and am currently training to become an EMT. In college, I am working towards my Bachelors in Child Life. Looking forward...
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Erika D.


Washington, DC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

I have 10 years of experience. I've worked for many years with special needs. I've worked with all ages. I can help around the house with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I also love pets and can be extremely flexible.
Erika can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Schenley S.


Silver Spring, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

30+Yrs Exp: From A Royal Family To Your Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as very hard working with high values and principles. Very caring, loving and very good conversationalist with great sense of humor. Perfect driving record, excellent credit and no criminal record. I will pass the most stringent background check. I like working with kids especially special needs...
Schenley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

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Iyana P.


Washington, DC

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter ! I Love Kids

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers. Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification or positive reinforcement. Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to...
Iyana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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John G.


Washington, DC

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Aspiring Teacher

Hello! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 3 years of experience caring for special needs children and adults. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks if requested. I am currently an adapted physical education teacher in DC. Personally, I'm...
John can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Margaret P.


Silver Spring, MD

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Versatile Retired RN

I have 40+ years of experience. I can help with personal cares, meal preparation, medication management, assist as needed with transportation to appointments etc. and care management. Understand the complicated medical system and challenges in navigating it. Wealth of experiences as a nurse in the community at home and in the...
Margaret can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Karma O.


Washington, DC

$10-20/hr

Occasional Babysitter On Weekends/Weekday Evenings

I've cared for a 5-year-old child with special needs, played with him, made sure his afternoon was full of activities, etc. I am very reliable and trustworthy and I love children. I absolutely love arts and crafts and would be willing to provide projects for children while babysitting. Fun fact: I am obsessed with all things...
Karma can also help with: Craft assistance
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Jordan C.


Washington, DC

$23-30/hr2 yrs exp

About Me (:

My name is Jordan and I have 2. 5 years of experience working with children ages 2-17, including those with special needs. I am so excited to get to know and work with your family if you'll have me!
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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James C.


Rockville, MD

$35-40/hr3 yrs exp

One-On-One Caregiver

I have several years of experience working with children at a variety of ages. I have a lot of experience working with special needs individuals. I have a background as an educator with Montgomery County Public Schools and I am pursuing a masters degree in special education. I am flexible and dependable.
James can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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James L.


Rockville, MD

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Jamie. I worked in MCPS schools for 8 years. With special needs and general education, students aged from as young as 4, up to 21 years old. I do have experience driving for families over the past few years and would love the opportunity to help yours as well.
James can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 20 years of experience caring for seniors. I'm a certified personal care assistant. I'm dependable, caring and loving. With me, your senior will receive the best care. I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer,...
Rochelle Lewis can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Garrett Park, MD

Angel R.

5.0

She is very passionate, warm and very caring.

- Bhekinkosi B.

Jemima N.

5.0

Jemima provides a 5 star service. Goes above and beyond required basics. Provided insight into practical care situations in which most clients most likely not experienced ... Meals timing, bathing, grooming, clothing changes, moving of client, interaction with other care givers etc. Best of all...

- Peter O.

Zufan M.

5.0

Zufan is an outstanding and trustworthy caregiver. She helped my elderly mother get to appointments around DC. I would hire her again in a second.

- David G.

Kimberlee G.

5.0

Kimberlee was fantastic! She walked in and immediately started playing with our kids, which we really appreciated. They warmed up to her right away. She also gave us an update during our outing to let us know that everything was going well, which was really nice. We’d definitely hire Kimberlee...

- Care member

Fabiana D.

5.0

She's super caring and kind with the children, is extremely reliable, and is always happy going her job. Fabi is a lovely and adorable person!

- Suelen D.

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