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Find special needs caregivers in Grand Island, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Grand Island, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Grand Island, FL

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Tate R.


Grand Island, FL

$18-26/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with kids for the past 10 years and really enjoy getting to know the whole family! I am very flexible and respectful of parent's rules and expectations. I have plenty of experience cooking and household tasks. Huge pet lover. I enjoy coming up with new activities, as well as learning from the children. I grew...
Tate can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Tate provided amazing care for our daughter and exceeded all our expectations. She is a dependable, friendly, patient and nurturing caregiver. Very tentative and always anticipated our daughters needs with feedings, playtime, health and diaper changes. Our daughter...

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Jill D.


Lady Lake, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing and profesional nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Professional Nanny for 35 years. Mom of three grown children two of them are twins. Special training in multiples and special needs and degree in children's programs and previous preschool teacher. Latchkey/Camp program director for several park districts and overseas outreach programs for children. Travel nanny domestically and...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Jill as our caregiver. From the moment she started with our family, she has been nothing short of wonderful. She is caring, dependable, and truly invested in the well-being of our 9-month-old. Our son adores her, and it's...

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Jill D.


Lady Lake, FL

$21-29/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in field of elderly care and special needs for 18 years professionally. I am extremely reliable and I pride myself on accountability. I am huge fan of open communication and trust... Please reach out for a meet and greet to see if I would be great asset to your family's needs...
Jill can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jill is a treasure. Under extremely difficult circumstances caring for my mom who has advanced dementia Jill never lost her composure or sense of duty. Jill is kind, understanding and compassionate and anyone would be lucky to have her in their employ."

Carolyn B.

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Renee B.


Lady Lake, FL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Care Giver

I have many years experience caring for children with and without special needs. Iam very responsible and reliable. I have great references!
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Pilar G.


Lady Lake, FL

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver And Home Health Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I, m an Asian lady, caring and responsible. I have had experience with Dementia patients, Alzheimer, s disease patients, and also bedridden patients. I have also worked with patients that just needed care and companionship. I cook, do light housework and laundry.
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Mary Jo M.


Tavares, FL

$13-22/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Close To My Heart

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature adult with a many years as a professional nutritionist. I am AED, CPR and first aid certified. I hold background/fingerprint clearance from Lake County. I am caring, loving and a Conscientious worker with old school work ethic. I look forward to caring for your loved one.
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Latara M.


Lady Lake, FL

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Lovely Caregiver

I know I would be a great candidate to take care of your loved one. I have 15 years behind my name working I have work experience in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, alzheimers unit, behavioral kids/adults, home health, hospital, etc. I love helping those who can't help themselves no matter how old or young they are. I...
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Megan C.


Tavares, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Former Special Education Teacher

I am a retired special education teacher. I have experience with children from preschool through high school. I love being able to address and meet children's needs. I worked with many elementary children in an ASD classroom. I have alot of energy and babysit for my 5 and 7-year-old granddaughters frequently. I welcome the...
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Ashley D.


Tavares, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Afterschool/date Night/weekend Caregiver

I love working with children. I have had a lot of experience when it comes to caring for children. I have babysat for numerous families. The most recent family I babysat for was for 6 years. I have also worked at a camp for children with special needs and I have worked at a daycare with infants, toddlers, and preschool aged...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children, teens and adults with special needs for 20 years. I have worked in schools, group homes and in the community. I'm reliable, trustworthy and have great references! I also have a level two back ground check and good driving record. I hope to hear from you soon. Workings in this field is my heart I love...
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Kendra S.


Eustis, FL

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

I started working with kids 5 years ago, I started off by working at a swim school teaching kids how to swim from ages 1-12. I also have got a lot of experience with kids with special needs through this job. I have experience bringing kids to and from school, making meals, and house cleaning. In my spare time, I like to spend...
Skills:

CPR

I come from a large family, and I'm the eldest daughter. I've been taking care of my siblings since they were babies, and they've grown up to be wonderful role models. I'm so proud of them, especially my little sister and brother. They're both non-verbal autistic, so I've learned a lot about special needs care and loved every...
Kalee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

It will be a real pleasure to help you. I have worked with people with special needs, dementia, bipolar disorders and different medical conditions. I have experience in caregiver: bathing, grooming, food prep, laundry and helping dressing, light housekeeping, companionship, emotional support, mobility, remember medications and...
Yahaira can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Shanee T.


Apopka, FL

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with Seniors for over 10 years paid. My experiences are helping them with organizing, bathing, eating, in/out of bed, wheelchairs and Dr. appointments. I have worked for OCPS for seven years with special needs students and have grown to love what I do everyday. I'm passionate about my work because if I can help...
Shanee can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old Her duties were: - Light housekeeping - Laundry - Transportation (grocery store, medical appointments etc.) - Companionship Shanee is reliable, punctual and always has a...

Raynald M.

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Lisa F.


Mount Dora, FL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Registered Nurse with NICU pediatric and mother baby experience. As motivated and organized individual I pay attention to detail and the ability to identify problems and resolve them quickly and efficiently while remaining dedicated to delivering compassionate care. I am a mother to two boys. I also have experience with...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lisa is so caring and genuine with my son. She is a great communicator and we always call her if we need someone! "

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Ashley S.


Apopka, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a certified nursing assistant since 2008 I have worked with special needs since 2006. I also have a special needs child. I have two brothers that have disabilities. Working in DD waiver homes. Capable to do meds transferring any physical care needed. I have my certified nursing assistant medication Tech and one Tech...
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Synthia D.


The Villages, FL

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Excellent Service/ Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked for special needs clients, seniors and children. I have a warm balanced personality aiming to effectively fill the overall needs of the individuals and/or families I choose to provide care for. I proactively accomplish this by utilizing my creative nature, along with my broad experience and education to deliver top...
5.0
"I have an adult special needs brother that lives with us. He's 45, but 7ish mentally and nonverbal. I can't say enough good about Synthia. I hired her to be a friend/mentor to my brother so he would have some autonomy in his life provide him with a fun, social...

Tawnya W.

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Bethany F.


Apopka, FL

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a Mother of three children, 23, 20 and 15. I have had the honor of having 28 years of experience with children, some on and off with our working in ministry throughout the older years. I have worked as a nanny , traveled with families and worked in the nursery at Church. I have also helped with vacation Bible schools,...
Bethany can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bethany was communicative and very caring with my kids. She worked well with our family and was very flexible in meeting our needs."

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Francesca D.


Apopka, FL

$25-37/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Francesca! I started out working with children/adults with special needs for about 10 months, and that was what sparked my interest in care-giving. I worked a variety of other jobs, before it lead me to working with seniors, which I did for about a year. I loved it so much I decided to get educated more about it, &...
Francesca can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I have multiple sclerosis and am wheelchair bound. Francesca took excellent care of me for almost 5 years. She prepared all my meals. Helped me in and out of the shower/tub combo so I could shower. She is gentle, patient and caring."

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Pamela S.


The Villages, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have been in healthcare all my life. I have experience with dementia, strokes, special needs and many illnesses. I am compassionate and an experienced caregiver. I can do household tasks, Dr. Appointments, travel, grocery shopping, companionship, reorganizing your home, laundry, light house work, etc. I am able to do...
Pamela can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Pam is a warm caring person who is willing to help in any way she can. She has helped me with organizing and many other tasks. I recommend her highly. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Grand Island, FL

Tate R.

5.0

Tate came and watched my 3-year-old daughter. She did an amazing job! My daughter warmed up to her instantly. Tate was attentive, worked with her in cleaning up right before it was time to go, and my daughter had a great time. I highly recommend Tate for child care!

- Roger B.

Jill D.

5.0

Jill was amazing with our 2 energetic boys. She’s very caring and came with lots of toys and books - they had a great time and keep asking when they can see her again!

- Care member

Jill D.

5.0

Jill is a treasure. Under extremely difficult circumstances caring for my mom who has advanced dementia Jill never lost her composure or sense of duty. Jill is kind, understanding and compassionate and anyone would be lucky to have her in their employ.

- Carolyn B.

Shanee T.

5.0

We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old Her duties were: - Light housekeeping - Laundry - Transportation (grocery store, medical appointments etc.) - Companionship Shanee is reliable, punctual and always has a positive and friendly attitude. We...

- Raynald M.

Lisa F.

5.0

Lisa is so caring and genuine with my son. She is a great communicator and we always call her if we need someone!

- Care member

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Ratings for Grand Island, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Grand Island, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.