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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Granger, IN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Granger, IN

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Susan Q.


Granger, IN

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Have A Nursing Background

5.0

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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.

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Ruth S.


Granger, IN

$12-17/hr10 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...
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Jordan K.


Granger, IN

$15/hr5 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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I am Kaylee and I'm 26 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, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Emily G.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-30/hr10 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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Gabrielle H.


Osceola, IN

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Gabby and I have been babysitting/in-home nannying on and off since age 14. I have worked with children of all ages and was an in-home nanny to a newborn for 2 years, as well as a special-needs caregiver. I am a new mama with a 5-month-old son. I'm looking for a family that will allow me to bring him into...
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

Hired by 3 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

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

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Alexia B.


Elkhart, IN

$18/hr3 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
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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 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 is a very capable and warm caretaker. She started babysitting for my daughter when she was around 5 months old and as a new mom, I was grateful for her presence and her expertise. She helped guide me in taking the appropriate steps for my daughter's...

Areeba S.

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Christina G.


Niles, MI

$23-37/hr20 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: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Nichole K.


Elkhart, IN

$15-25/hr5 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: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I am 24, CPR certified, and my brother has autism and I've watched him for years. I've learned a lot when it comes to autism and disability but I still would have a lot to continue to learn and I'm willing.
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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$18-30/hr10 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: Respite care, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Sarah M.


Edwardsburg, MI

$18-20/hr5 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: Companionship, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Darcy H.


Elkhart, IN

$18-25/hr5 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
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Tom R.


South Bend, IN

$17/hr3 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
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Erin M.


South Bend, IN

$19-30/hr5 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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...
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Kim C.


Niles, MI

$15-30/hr10 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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.

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

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