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Donna R.


Grant, FL

$25-45/hr • 10 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/hr • 10 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, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Lorraine to care for our five month old. It was very important to us to have someone who had infant experience because our child's needs are unique. She was incredible with him. He was well fed, held, clean and she kept track of when it all happened. She...

Theresa V.

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Maria B.


Palm Bay, FL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible Nanny

3.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I grew up in Bolivia. I am and have been a Sunday school teacher for many years. I have homeschooled my kids in the past. Being a nanny is the most rewarding and fulfilling job out there. Children are a delightful gift, they bring so much joy to my heart and make every day so much better. Very reliable. God fearful. I speak...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maria has one of the most kind souls you'd ever want to meet and look forward to working with her in the future."

Gregory A.

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Jing S.


Palm Bay, FL

$30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Professional Educator

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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Lindsey G.


Sebastian, FL

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mission- Create Smiles Everyday!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi guys! My name is Lindsey and I'm 31 years old. I am a CNA and caregiver. I am passionate about helping any and every client! I have experience with childcare, senior care, animal care, special needs care and will learn about anything that needs to be learned. I am Red Cross CPR AED First aID certified, HIV AIDS certified,...
Lindsey can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

4.0
"Lindsey is a beautiful young lady, kind, cheerful, and a good listener. She cares about pets & people. She is always thankful when given a gift."

Lisa B.

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Brenda L.


Sebastian, FL

$20/hr • 10 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/hr • 10 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: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
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.

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Victoria S.


Palm Bay, FL

$13/hr • 10 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, home modification, live-in home care, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

4.0
"Victoria was a delight to interview. Even though I could not meet her needs I would still recommend her."

Charles W.

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Lindsey G.


Sebastian, FL

$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Please Take Your Time To Read This!

Hi! My name is Lindsey and I'm 27 years old. I am passionate about caring for special needs. I have decided to dedicate my life and career to pursuing this. I am a CNA and I have experience babysitting an amazing, intelligent, and loving boy on the autistic spectrum. It changed my life. I had volunteered at a program for...
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Elizabeth C.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-15/hr • 1 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/hr • 1 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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Jill L.


Palm Bay, FL

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I love caring for others. I look at myself as an extension of a family, not as just a caregiver. Family is the most important thing in this world. I cared for both of my parents full-time for a number of years. I truly love & appreciate the role of caring for others. I currently work in a group home with 6 beautiful & talented...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kapi R.


Melbourne Beach, FL

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Former Teacher/Former Therapeutic (Special Needs) Foster Parent/mom

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Aloha my name is Kapi and I love working with children and animals. **Please see my reviews/references** A little about me, I'm a: former teacher, nanny, babysitter, aunty and mom who has cared for infants to adults. I am patient, caring, honest, loyal, responsible, fun, creative, arts and crafts and a positive ball of energy! I...
Kapi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kayla K.


Sebastian, FL

$15-25/hr • 3 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, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Katie S.


Sebastian, FL

$22-30/hr • 10 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/hr • 9 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Amanda B.


Sebastian, FL

$15-28/hr • 7 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/hr • 10 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Susan K.


Palm Bay, FL

$13-15/hr • 10 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/hr • 7 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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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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.

Maria B.

5.0

we love her! she's so sweet & caring. always on time & great with our two year old.

- Ashlee W.

Lindsey G.

4.0

Lindsey is a beautiful young lady, kind, cheerful, and a good listener. She cares about pets & people. She is always thankful when given a gift.

- Lisa B.

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.

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