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Special needs caregivers in Greencastle, IN

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Michelle H.


Greencastle, IN

$15-25/hr

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I am happy to provide meals, transportation, light housekeeping, companionship, etc to seniors. I am familiar with hospice and have been / am legal guardian to seniors and young adults with special needs on a volunteer basis. I have reliable transportation and a good driving record.
Michelle can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, hospice services, transportation, errands, light cleaning & more
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Melissa F.


Brazil, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Child Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

In the past, I have been a preschool teacher and kindergarten teacher aide caring for ages newborn to six years of age. I also was a preschool teacher in China teaching English to children ages 3 to 6 years old. I have been a babysitter since the age of 9 caring for children ranging from newborn up to age 13, some of which have...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa and I have been friends for 17 years and she is someone I know I can rely/count on, no matter what. She loves children (and animals) deeply and since she's been a teacher, she is extremely patient as well as an incredible mentor for all the kids she's been...

Dionna M.

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Shiryl M.


Danville, IN

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Shiryl! Are you still looking for special needs care? I have two children, 11 and 21. My 11-year-old was born with special needs. He has autism spectrum disorder. I have volunteer experience working with adult men and women teaching life skills. I worked as a social worker for the Department of Social Services,...
5.0
"Shiryl is a great caregiver, very caring and professional, she cared for our son's special needs and she is very compassionate. She planned educational activities for the kids which really helps in school, took them to museums and the zoo. She goes above and...

John J.

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Shiryl M.


Danville, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Results-Driven Professional Nanny With Twenty Years Experience Working With Families

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my interest in your child care position. My name is Shiryl, and I have two children, aged 14 and 24. Over the course of my career, I have accumulated extensive experience working with children in various capacities. In my previous role, I had the privilege of working with children of all...
Shiryl can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Shiryl was an AWESOME sitter! She arrived a little early and she came prepared :) she even brought a bag of her own things for the kids to use! She did a paint activity with them, played outside, and just treated my babies like her own. I would recommend Shiryl and...

Julie W.

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Deanne K.


Coatesville, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

As a mother of a special needs son I know first hand some of the differences involved when caring for a child with some extra difficulties. As an experienced nanny, previous preschool teacher, and previous owner of a large home daycare I have cared for children with many different health issues. I am a CNA (certified nursing...
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Michelle P.


Danville, IN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver/Direct Support Specialist

I worked with disabled/mentally challenged clients in a home setting for 15 years. I've been trained annually for the types of care you are seeking for your loved one. I have 3 CPR and First Aid Certifications. I've also had 2 negative TB tests this year. I'm 100% trustworthy and can provide the care if I applied to your job....
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Sabrina C.


Brazil, IN

$13-18/hr

Direct Support Professional

Hello I am Sabrina, I am currently employed through child adult resources. I assist elderly adults that have disabilities to learn certain things independently. I prepare meals, pass medications, give companionship, assist with showers, brushing hair and teeth if need be. I love what I do for a living your loved one will be in...
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Rachel S.


Danville, IN

$22-30/hr20 yrs exp

Compassionate, Creative, And Nature Loving Nanny; Early Childhood Professional

Hi! I'm Rachel, an Early Childhood professional and I have a passion for raising young children. I believe that spending intentional time pouring into children at a young age is foundational to who they will become as adults. Helping them learn skills from everyday play, interaction with others, and spending time outside are so...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am the oldest of 5 girls and have helped out with them pretty much my entire life. I have a sibling with down syndrome so I am very comfortable with special needs knowing that they need lots of care and attention typically more than others. I have babysat and nannied in the summer several times. I also have helped in the...
Lilly can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Deanne K.


Coatesville, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature and Experienced Child Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my family and I have recently moved to Coatesville. I had been a nanny for the same family for almost 17 years. When I originally contacted Care. com they were moving to Germany and I was looking for a new position. They returned and I worked part-time for each family and one day/week providing care for a pre-schooler and...
Deanne can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Cynthia H.


Quincy, IN

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

I have taken care of seniors in their homes (cooked, cleaned home, and bathed) and have also worked in a nursing facility for almost two years. I have young family members with mental disabilities as well as whom I have watched and taken care of for years. I am a CNA and working towards getting my RN. I'd describe my...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Greencastle, IN

Melissa F.

5.0

Melissa was so wonderful when caring for my son. She was dependable and trustworthy. She took care of him as if he was her own. She played with him, fed him, and made crafts with him. They had such a great time together. Melissa became part of our family and even married my husband and I a couple...

- Suzanne S.

Shiryl M.

5.0

Shiryl is a great caregiver, very caring and professional, she cared for our son's special needs and she is very compassionate. She planned educational activities for the kids which really helps in school, took them to museums and the zoo. She goes above and beyond to make sure you are happy with...

- John J.

Shiryl M.

5.0

Shiryl is great! We met her for the first time, and she jumped right in to take care of our two boys. We will have her back.

- Care member

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