Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Find special needs caregivers in Granger, IN that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Granger, IN

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Granger, IN

Susan Q.'s Photo

Susan Q.


Granger, IN

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Have A Nursing Background

5.0

(1)

See profile

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a nursing background and also a hospice volunteer. I have years of experience caregiving and find it very rewarding.
5.0
"My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude."

Bob E.

Ruth S.'s Photo

Ruth S.


Granger, IN

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Always Listening, Always Caring

While my background is in higher education (Ed. D), I have worked in the healthcare field with seniors and individuals with disabilities for 20+ years in various roles (as CNA, DSP, and in Management). In the last 4-years, and throughout the Covid-19 pandemic season, I lived with, cared for, and managed the overall health and...
Jordan K.'s Photo

Jordan K.


Granger, IN

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Jordan, I Am 19 Years Old.

While I was in high school I took classes at IUSB that allowed me to be a Student Teacher an elementary school. Along with that I have been a babysitter for years, a swim lesson instructor since I was 15, and a peer leader intern in high school (worked with kids with special needs.)
Jordan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Kaylee P.'s Photo

Kaylee P.


Granger, IN

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello! I am Kaylee and I'm 27 years old. I graduated cum laude from Ball State University with a degree in Special Education Intense Interventions and a minor in Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am CPR/FA/AED certified. I have experience including babysitting, working in before/after school care, taking care of the elderly with...
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Emily G.'s Photo

Emily G.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny And House Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

UNAVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. After a few years in corporate, I am ready to get back into my true passion. Kids. Work history, I have spent most of my life nannying full time for a few amazing families, word limit doesn't let me share but I was so lucky and learned so much from each. 3. 5 yrs an incredible and sweet boy w/high...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily is a gem, she has worked for our family on and off for 3 1/2 years and is like part of our family. She is very hard working, organized and generous with herself and her heart. She will execute on anything you need done in the house and with your children....

Brianna S.

Meredith S.'s Photo

Meredith S.


Elkhart, IN

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny!

3.7

(3)

Hello there! I am a 25-year-old with more than 10 years of experience in babysitting. I also nannied my niece and nephew (at the time ages 1 and 2. 5) during the pandemic for about a year. These positions have taught me so much about working with children in general, and especially those who have special needs! I am CPR, first...
Meredith can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is lovely! Very dependable and great with children. "

Care member

Susan K.'s Photo

Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My life has been around children. I was the neighborhood sitter in my youth. I have been a nanny in South Bend and Chicago. I have experience as a postpartum doula working with multiples. I also have experience with special needs children, having worked at a Rosie Place(respite care for medically fragile children in South...
Susan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Sue is a very competent and compassionate caretaker. She babysat my daughter from around 5 months to 10 months old and her knowledge and guidance was very helpful to me as a new mom. In addition to helping with development, she was very creative and introduced...

Care member

Alexia B.'s Photo

Alexia B.


Elkhart, IN

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Therapsit

I assist children with Autism with learning everyday skills as well as early developmental skills, I am certified safety care and CPR for children of all ages. I had 3 years experience doing this and it would be an honor to work with your kids
Susan K.'s Photo

Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Nanny and post partum doula. Infants, preemie , toddlers, school age, multiples, overnights , special needs, Cerebral palsy, developmental delays, feeding tubes, total care, Alzheimer's, CNA and HHA licenses. CPR certification, vaccinated.
5.0
"Sue was a wonderful nanny for our daughter from when she was 7mos until ~18mos old. She was able to manage our daughter's g-tube and then helped us transition her to food full-time, which took so much care and patience. She was loving, perceptive, and one of the...

Care member

Lindsay B.'s Photo

Lindsay B.


Elkhart, IN

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

I was a Direct Support Person for 4 years and helped elderly people and people with special needs with everyday tasks. I assisted them with things like meal prepping, going to the store and appointments, bathing, using the restroom, dressing, medication management, housekeeping, playing games. I really enjoyed talking with them...
Lindsay can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
Christina G.'s Photo

Christina G.


Niles, MI

$23-37/hr • 20 yrs exp

The Toddler Whisperer!

Mommy of two myself. I was a stay at home mom for a few years while working inside the home and home-schooling my oldest. I am an internationally certified doula. Many years of childcare experience under my belt. I've worked with all ages of children. I am the oldest of five and grew up a latch key kid taking care of my younger...
Christina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Nichole K.'s Photo

Nichole K.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

My name is Nichole, I am 25 years old. I have a 5-year-old daughter. The two of us live alone in Elkhart, IN. I am looking for a family who needs a date night/ weekend sitter. I am currently working full time as a nanny for 1 toddler. I love all children & pets. I help take care of my sisters 4 kids, along with my daughter. I am...
Nichole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Susan K.'s Photo

Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a CNA and home health aide. I have worked in 2 facilities in Elkhart on the Alzheimer's unit and long term care unit. I have worked in the home as well. I currently am helping a lovely gentleman a few mornings a week get up for the day and eat breakfast, take his meds and blood sugars. I also helped his family go through...
Susan can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

I am really good with kids and I have 2 nieces and 2 nephews who I babysit all the time. My youngest best nephew has special needs so I have experience with that. I am CPR/aed and first aid certified and I also know how to swim.
Makayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Sarah M.'s Photo

Sarah M.


Edwardsburg, MI

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Motivated, caring Mother of 3. I am a Special Education paraprofessional and substitute teacher in an area school district. -Patient and understanding, with a calm and gentle demeanor - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Passionate about supporting children/adults/elderly with diverse needs and abilities. -Clean...
Sarah can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Darcy H.'s Photo

Darcy H.


Elkhart, IN

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Specialized Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I offer one-time or recurring help/enrichment/care coordination for adults and their families in the home or in a residential care setting
Tom R.'s Photo

Tom R.


South Bend, IN

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Caretaker For Any Age , Tom

I'm here to help you take care of your loved ones. From doctor appointments, errands , pet care, playing games , church , miscellaneous outings to helping on household tasks I'm available to help. I have a newer suv , perfect driving record and I'm a non smoker. As well I have 2 special needs adult kids and have experience with...
Tom can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
Erin M.'s Photo

Erin M.


South Bend, IN

$19-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am a senior in college with extensive experience caring for gifted and special needs children- I was a private nanny to multiple families for around 5 years and, during that time, gained skills in cooking for young children, conflict de-escalation, encouraging healthy discussions of feelings and boundaries, and most of all,...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Chitsanzo T.'s Photo

Chitsanzo T.


Mishawaka, IN

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 20 years of experience with special needs. I am a CNA and HHA certified, I have been taking care of elderly and people with different levels of abilities. I am experienced in Bathing, feeding, pass medication, meal preparation, light house keeping, laundry, transpoting and all care that my clients need. I am a very hard...
Kim C.'s Photo

Kim C.


Niles, MI

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Mother

I have nearly 30 years experience working with children. I was previously a nanny to 4 children for 10 years. Spent many years as a veterinary assistant and zookeeper. And went back to working with children. I was a lead preschool teacher for 7 years. I am now a paraprofessional in special education, and hope to retire in this...
Kim can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Granger, IN

Susan Q.

5.0

My wife (who has ALZ) loved Susan. Very compassionate and caring person. Always on time and with a positive attitude.

- Bob E.

Emily G.

5.0

Emily is a gem, she has worked for our family on and off for 3 1/2 years and is like part of our family. She is very hard working, organized and generous with herself and her heart. She will execute on anything you need done in the house and with your children. She loves children and it shows in...

- Brianna S.

Meredith S.

5.0

She is lovely! Very dependable and great with children.

- Care member

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue.

- Care member

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was a wonderful nanny for our daughter from when she was 7mos until ~18mos old. She was able to manage our daughter's g-tube and then helped us transition her to food full-time, which took so much care and patience. She was loving, perceptive, and one of the reasons our daughter is thriving...

- Care member

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services

Special Needs in Edwardsburg, MISpecial Needs in Notre Dame, InSpecial Needs in Osceola, InSpecial Needs in Elkhart, InSpecial Needs in South Bend, InSpecial Needs in Niles, MISpecial Needs in Mishawaka, InSpecial Needs in Wakarusa, InSpecial Needs in Berrien Center, MISpecial Needs in Bristol, In

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

A ghostly shopping list: All the items for Halloween you need

September 11th, 2024 Halloween is quickly approaching, and one of the best parts about the spookiest fall holiday is preparing for it! From decorating your house to baking fun tr... Read more
29 fantastic pregnant Halloween costumes

29 fantastic pregnant Halloween costumes

September 11th, 2024 Not everything is extra-fun during pregnancy, but Halloween? That’s one holiday any expecting parent can get behind. Is it because of the candy? O... Read more
23 awesome sibling Halloween costumes kids can wear together

23 awesome sibling Halloween costumes kids can wear together

October 9th, 2024 What’s cuter than one adorable kid in a Halloween costume? Coordinating Halloween costumes for all of your kids, of course! We’ve rounded up 23 o... Read more
31 amazingly clever family Halloween costumes

31 amazingly clever family Halloween costumes

September 17th, 2024 With Halloween right around the corner, it’s time to start figuring out your family’s costume situation. And you want to make these costumes EPIC... Read more
Grandparents and grandkids: 15 reasons this relationship is awesome

Grandparents and grandkids: 15 reasons this relationship is awesome

September 2nd, 2022 There’s a special bond between grandparents and grandkids. It’s a relationship based on love, appreciation, fun and pure joy. Becoming a grandpar... Read more