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Donna R.


Grant, FL

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Experienced Registered Nurse

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I am an Intensive care Registered Nurse experience in Trauma, Cardiac, Surgical, Diabetes/Wound, and Dialysis Care. I love what I do and care about the every person I care for! I have a strong adult education background in nutrition and culinary skills. I love to laugh, yet be professional, reliable and organized.

Lorraine K.


Melbourne Beach, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature, Reliable, Dependable Mom Of 3 Grown Sons, Available FT/PT

4.8

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Hired by 41 families in your neighborhood

I love being around children, which is why I have made it my career after raising my own 3 sons with 25 years of experience. I'm a mature, dependable, reliable, and pet-friendly caregiver with experience in special needs. My oldest son was a 2-pound preemie and today is a home case worker with a Masters degree specializing in...
Lorraine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lorraine comes from years of experience with kids, and we are glad to have her with us. She is a great help with our kids after school and she is always happy to help out with extra things around the house. Unfortunately we can't give her as many hours as she...

Lora L.

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Jing S.


Palm Bay, FL

$30/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Educator

4.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I graduated from FAU university, major in early care education, I am passionate about kids, I am watching kids at home. I am fully vaccinated, I am CPR and first Aid trained. I am not just a nanny, I am an educator, specialize in behavioral problems, focusing on children's mental health. I am using positive reinforcement method...
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Brenda L.


Sebastian, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Brenda. I am a Certified Medical Assistant. I am CPR/First Aid certified. While working and raising 2 daughters, the eldest being severely handicapped, who had Rett Syndrome. A degenerative neuro-muscular disease. She needed 24/7 care. It is because of my daughter and the great people who helped us through the...
5.0
"Brenda was my nanny for 5+ years. It’s hard to put in to words how amazing Brenda is. She went above and beyond to help me and my daughter with everyday life. Brenda took my daughter to activities, school, clubs, etc. She is like a second mother to me and will...

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Lisa F.


Sebastian, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/PCA

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Worked with dementia, ALS, Diabetes, special needs, TBI, quadriplegic clients for 25+yrs. I enjoy being able to help people that need help with everyday life challenges. Proficient in housekeeping, laundry, personal care, medication management. I am very dependable and very passionate when it comes to helping those in need. I...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"I had C5-6 and C6-7 fusion. Lisa came to my house changed my dressing and helped me shower. She had also done things that were above and beyond like, doing dishes and laundry also making sure I had lunch ready before leaving. This made my recovery more bearable....

Lisa B.

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Victoria S.


Palm Bay, FL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked extensively w seniors in private homes, agencies and retirement communities. I believe that people need a lot of love and understanding. I am very sensitive to their needs, because of my vast experience with special needs clients. I have been with many seniors in the final stages of their lives and helped prepare...
Victoria can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Kind,Patient Christian women. Deals well with my mom who can be difficult due to dementia."

Kathie M.

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Elizabeth C.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Elizabeth and I am a licensed practical nurse. I got my license from Pasco Hernando State College in 2014. I'm BLS/CPR first aid certified. I have caregiving experience ranging from new borns to elderly. I have my own experience with special needs, my son has autism and was non verbal for 5 years. I know some sign...
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Maria B.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

I'm very reliable and responsible, . I am experienced with children and elders with special needs such as dementia, Asperger's, ADHD, hypotonia. I'm experienced as a care giver.. I will take good care of your beloved ones.
Maria can also help with: Live-in home care
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Kayla K.


Sebastian, FL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced caregiver and mother of 2. I have a 6-year-old boy, and a 3-month-old boy. I've done pediatric home health for over a year caring for special needs children. Before my career as a nurse I started out as a babysitter/ nanny!
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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Katie S.


Sebastian, FL

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in Special Education in the public school system for 5 years.. My passion is working with children with special needs. I am currently working with students in a Special Needs Program (Autistic Support). I have experience working in Autistic Support in Pre-School, Elementary and also High School. I have...
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Jasmine W.


Palm Bay, FL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Happy To Help

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with special needs kids, babies, toddlers and 3-5-year-olds. I am 23 years old, I love working with children always have, I have worked in church nursery for years, It's something I really love to do. I have my CPR certificate been through background checks and willing to drive and also a safe driver...
Jasmine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Amanda B.


Sebastian, FL

$15-28/hr7 yrs exp

I have 7 year experience as a Medical Liaison for individuals with disabilities. I can assist with all everyday needs. I am very professional but also very outgoing and fun! I have a huge heart and love helping people. I have many certifications and awards.
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Sara M.


Palm Bay, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun And Friendly

My name is Sara. My family and I have been living in Florida since 2020. We are originally from NYC. While I lived there I was employed by the NYC Department Of Education for 10 years. I also worked as a PCA to an adult with special needs. I am looking to provide child for a few adays of the week. I am a Mommy to two boys ages...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Susan K.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Seeking Part Time Work With Elderly, Children, Or Pets.

I have a CNA and have nursing care facility experience. I have worked with special needs children and VPK in the public school system. Most recently in a daycare with infants through VPK.
Skills:

CNA

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Katie S.


Sebastian, FL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I have worked in the public school system for over 5 years. Kindergarten through High School. I have worked with children during after school hours (after school activities, life skills activities and running educational programs for children with autism. I find working with special needs students/autistic support extremely...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brianna; I am 23 years old & an elementary education major. I grew up in a large family with many babies, including some with special needs, so I have always had a ton of experience with children of all ages. I have a passion for working with children and have worked in childcare for several years. I...
Brianna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brianna has been with us since our son was 4 months old and he is now 14 months. She is a literal Godsend! I don’t know what we would do without her! As first time parents, we were super tentative about someone taking care of him. She’s now the only person we trust...

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Rachel M.


Sebastian, FL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I am recent graduate from a university in Michigan with my Special Education endorsement. I am currently taking grad classes for Early Childhood Developmental Delay. I have a brother who has Down Syndrome, so I have a lot of experience caring for children with special needs.
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Diana F.


Sebastian, FL

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/ Nanny/ Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a nanny for many years and also taught school from preschool to fourth grade. Children are my passion love to watch them learn play and grow. I am very handy at different art activities I also enjoy sports with children. As a teacher I'm always prepared to help kids with homework school activities and can become...
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Sara P.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Sara, I'm 31 and originally from Oregon. I do not smoke, I have a car, and I have a masters degree in human biology. I work professionally in healthcare researching pancreatic cancer, but my joy is caregiving. I'm a compassionate and fun childcare provider with over a decade of experience including infants...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lorraine K.


Melbourne Beach, FL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced In Special Needs

I'm a mature mom of 3 sons, my oldest was a 2 pound preemie with a medley of developmental delays and a diagnosis of high functioning autism . He has since graduated college with a 4. 0 GPA and received his masters in special education and is now working with children with autism. I have since worked with many special needs...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Grant, FL

Lorraine K.

5.0

Lorraine comes from years of experience with kids, and we are glad to have her with us. She is a great help with our kids after school and she is always happy to help out with extra things around the house. Unfortunately we can't give her as many hours as she needs, so we wish her all the best in...

- Lora L.

Brenda L.

5.0

Brenda was my nanny for 5+ years. It’s hard to put in to words how amazing Brenda is. She went above and beyond to help me and my daughter with everyday life. Brenda took my daughter to activities, school, clubs, etc. She is like a second mother to me and will always be a special person to my...

- Care member

Lisa F.

5.0

Lisa is an excellent caregiver, experienced, knowledgeable, gentle and caring, and attentive to every detail about our father's health. We always feel that our father is in good hands when she is there.

- Rosemarie H.

Victoria S.

5.0

Kind,Patient Christian women. Deals well with my mom who can be difficult due to dementia.

- Kathie M.

Brianna B.

5.0

Brianna has been with us since our son was 4 months old and he is now 14 months. She is a literal Godsend! I don’t know what we would do without her! As first time parents, we were super tentative about someone taking care of him. She’s now the only person we trust to watch our son! She genuinely...

- Care member

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