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Renee M.


Grand River, OH

$13-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I have worked in homes for women with developmental disabilities. I would transfer them from bed to wheelchair and from wheelchair to toilet or bed to toilet, get them dressed, change their depends, etc. I have worked with autistic children (teenagers). It's a passion of mine to work with special needs people. I love helping...
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Raeanna S.


Painesville, OH

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience with kids. Growing up with my parents being foster parents for 40+ years with kids of all ages/challenges coming in and out of the house my whole life has built me to have a special bond with children. I also have experience with kids/adults with special needs/IDD. I worked as a DSP in numerous homes...
Raeanna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rae was so perfect. She was calm and watched five kids (5 and under, youngest was 1) for us when we were on vacation in Bedford Springs. I would definitely recommend hiring her. Very reliable and very dependable - all kids were asleep and happy when we got back to...

Joanna W.

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Sherry S.


Mentor, OH

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a professional nanny for more than a decade and in daycare for more than four years. I cared for children ages ranging from 6 weeks old to late elementary. I also have experience with twins and special needs children, homeschooling, night nanny services, overnights, and preteens.
Sherry can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Ms. Sherry did an outstanding job looking after our baby. From the first time she came to our home for an interview until the last day she worked with us, our baby was always happy to see her. Ms. Sherry always went above and beyond to take care of our son,...

Danye L.

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Dakota A.


Painesville, OH

$18-20/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a home schooling mother of 5. I am a very patient, attentive, calm, loving Person. I have cared for many children, providing safe, loving, educational care. I was a full time nanny for a couple years for a special needs baby/toddler. in addition to child care, I have my own housekeeping business. Ihave worked as a home...
Dakota can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"An Empathic Caretaker; available beyond service."

Rocky D.

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Anna K.


Mentor, OH

$8-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, I have also worked with special needs/ senior adults at a facility in Ohio for 3 years. I also recently have provided therapeutic services to children with special needs care. I have no issues with pets, have my own car, don't smoke and have no issues with toileting.
Anna can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
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Megan H.


Mentor, OH

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Memory Maker

Hello everyone! I am a calm, creative and knowledgeable college student who is so excited to meet you! I have experience in many things such as healthcare, working special needs students of all ages, babysitting for 4+ years as well as sales. I am currently in my 4th year of college going for my degrees in education and...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

My name is Dakota. I am a mother of 5 children. While I am not homeschooling them, I work part time helping people. I have worked independently since I graduated HS in 2013. Ive taken jobs from housekeeping. Babysitting. Pet sitting. Elderly care and helping people with special needs! I have worked for a baby/toddler with many...
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Karen V.


Painesville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Working With Seniors With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 22 yrs. experience working with intellectually and physically challenged individuals in wide age range. Support including but not limited to hygiene care, meal planning/prep, administering medication, transportation needs, assist with finances/budgeting, socializing, and companion care. I currently work for an elderly...
Karen can also help with: Mobility assistance, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
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Patricia C.


Mentor, OH

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Create Fun For Seniors

I have 2. 0 years of experience working with a 91-year-old woman. I spend mornings with her in her home - breakfast, coffee, conversation and walking her 99lb black lab. I also take her to doctor appointments and weekly hair appointments. I will occasionally run errands and shop for food. My experience working with seniors...
Patricia can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, dementia & more
I've been employed to work as a DSP (Direct Support Professional) with multiple companies. I've nurtured and assisted many different people with different conditions. This field is so heartwarming to see the individuals accomplish their goals in their day to day lives. I've also worked with individuals in my own home through the...
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Rachel P.


Mentor, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in child care for over 20 years from babysitting to camp counseling to nanny and pediatric RN. I have experience with newborns to adults also have experience with peopoe with special needs. I enjoy children and am a hard worker. I am currently looking to provide care for one to two families depending on the hours and...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Marissa D.


Painesville, OH

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

About Marissa

I currently work at an Adult Day Program for those with developmental disabilities. I especially enjoy working with clients who are wheelchair bound. It fulfills me to help my clients feel respected, dignified, and cared for while also helping them do things they might not have been able to otherwise.
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Tamara M.


Mentor, OH

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant And Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked in Cardiology for 11 years for the Cleveland Clinic. The office was primarily elderly patients. These duties include transporting, blood draws, EKG, blood pressure, medication and physical review. Prior to Cardiology I was a caregiver for a special needs and elderly man. These duties included bathing, medication...
Tamara can also help with: Personal care, dementia
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Tamara M.


Mentor, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mrdd School Aide In Classroom

I currently work at the Broadmoor school. I am an aide in the classroom. I am 2:1 with students that are Autistic and are currently 19 and 18. We focus on social working and vocational skills on a daily basis. I also have experience with Adult Prader Willi clients as used to manage a home for 5 residents. I love to go on outings...
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Alicia S.


Mentor, OH

$18-20/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am seeking a stable and consistent weekday job (weekends available if discussed in advance). I have experience babysitting children aged 1-6 and am comfortable caring for up to two children. Additionally, I have worked as a teacher's aide in a summer school program, where I had the opportunity to assist children with special...
Alicia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel P.


Mentor, OH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Safety and Fun are My Top Priorities!

I have worked with a 14-year-old girl that has developmental delays, a seizure disorder and a few other medical issues. I also continue to work with a thirteen-year-old boy that has ADHD, OCD, ODD, and Depression. I love working with special needs because I find it so rewarding. It has been a big part of my life for many years...
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Rachel T.


Mentor, OH

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Nurturing, Enthusiastic Nanny With Experience And Education

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Rachel. My passion is using my knowledge to assist in guiding children to develop as the best versions of themselves! I have experience working with a multitude of children with diverse needs in various positions: Pre - Kindergarten Teacher, Childcare Director and a camp counselor at Camp Happiness (a summer...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah M.


Painesville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Working with students will special needs in a public school setting for 11 plus years Educated as a nurse Trained to give medication
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Sherry S.


Mentor, OH

$10-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an professional nanny with over eight years of experience. During those years, I have worked for three years with a child diagnosed with Down syndrome, and and another child diagnosed with attachment disorder. I consider myself patient and in-tune to the needs of all the children I worked with. I am stern, but affectionate,...
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Stefanie I.


Mentor, OH

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Six And Career Nanny

I worked as a nanny for 11 years for all different families. Special needs, medical care, overnight care, multiple children and house sitting. I am now a mom of six with ages 0-12 years old. I'm looking for a tear job in my home as I homeschool my children. I have an extra mini crib for infants, tons of children's items and...
Stefanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Grand River, OH

Raeanna S.

5.0

Responsible, reliable & our 2 kids had a blast too with her, highly recommend

- Reed C.

Sherry S.

5.0

Ms. Sherry did an outstanding job looking after our baby. From the first time she came to our home for an interview until the last day she worked with us, our baby was always happy to see her. Ms. Sherry always went above and beyond to take care of our son, demonstrating creativity when she...

- Danye L.

Dakota A.

5.0

Dakota is great. She inspected the job and told me about the environmentally safe products she uses.I explained my allergies and what I needed. She came out the following week and she has my home sparkling! She is experienced, professional, friendly, communicative, and conscientious. I highly...

- Care member

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