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Special needs caregivers in Gretna, LA

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Robin T.


Gretna, LA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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I have personal experience in dealing with special needs family members from mental disorders to a quadriplegic. I am also working as a CNA on a PRN basis. I volunteer with 2 Hospice agencies and have sat with several special needs clients.
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Natalie Z.


Gretna, LA

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Natalie. I have loads of experience with disabilities. Especially but not limited to, muscular dystrophies, autism, autoimmune disorders and microcephaly.
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Escalither C.


Westwego, LA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional/ Caregiver

5.0

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I been a caregiver for 17 years I worked with different age group spots from teenagers to Seniors. I enjoy helping and assisting others. I have a passion for it. I assist in medication reminder, grooming, oral care, hygiene, bathing, incontinence care, preparations of meals, companionship, transportation to grocery store and...
Escalither can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player."

Shen J.

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Karen V.


Westwego, LA

$20-33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work with special needs kid during the day as a fulltime Teacher's Assistant. I do classroom management and help students to complete assignments.
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he services in the event she could help out."

Terra J.

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Rosemary M.


New Orleans, LA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began working with children of special needs as soon as I entered the public school system. I found a love for this field and moved on to gain experience in working with many students of autism. I truly enjoy it and I learn so much from special needs children.
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Gilder D.


Metairie, LA

$27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Available Full-time Can Travel, Household Cleaning, Can Administration Med

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am 56years old. I have worked as a personal care giver, and assistance for the last 16+ yrs. I truly love what I do. I have worked for several well-known doctors in the New Orleans area caring for their loved ones also I have experience in Feeding Tube, Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Artisum Strokes, Paralyzed, Hip Replacement,...
5.0
"A very no-nonsense, professional caregiver who likes to keep busy. She gives excellent care. If you're not satisfied with Gilder, then you won't like anybody else! "

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Dajean W.


New Orleans, LA

$18-28/hr • 2 yrs exp

Nurturing, Compassionate, & Patient Caregiver

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Da'Jean (pronounced Day-John). I'm 20 years old. - 1. 5 yrs of professional experience - Experience with infants to teens 0-13 -Taking care of my grandmother, 74 yrs old with neuropathy - 5+ years of experience with special needs: autism, low and high spectrum, nonverbal and verbal (request info) -...
Dajean can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amazing!!! My kids loved her! She was prompt and very kind and friendly! Definitely Recommend!!!"

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Amy S.


New Orleans, LA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

*** Experienced PT / FT Nanny ***

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

My name is Amy and I'm interested in finding a nanny position or babysitting opportunities. I was born and raised in New Orleans. I went to St. Martin's PreK - 12; attended Spring Hill and graduated from USM with a BS in Hotel, Restaurant Tourism Management. I'm also a recent graduate from LSUHSC with a masters in occupational...
Amy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Any was wonderful! She babysat our 3 month old and watched our dog while we had a date night. She is really dedicated and passionate about childcare and we are so happy to have hired her. She is highly recommended!"

Jeff B.

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Emmarose D.


New Orleans, LA

$54/hr • 9 yrs exp

Down To Earth, Tender, And Fun !

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a 28-year-old living in New Orleans with a passion and drive for care-taking. I am certified in CPR and First aid. I have9 years of experience caring for newborns to teenagers, including preemies and special needs. My ultimate priority as a Nanny is creating and safe, nurturing and flexible environment for any child and...
Emmarose can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emmarose was a Nanny for my 3 children. She kept my children safe and happy with full bellies! Emma helped with homework, school drop off and pickups, daily activities, and errands. She is incredibly reliable and an easy going person to be around. She brought a joy...

Summer G.

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Madeline R.


New Orleans, LA

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a very patient person especially when it comes to children. I have two much younger brothers, one who has Down syndrome. I'm creative, fun, and very loving. I've watched children while parents were out of town multiple times. I've watched children with special needs other than my brother before. I'm very reliable and pretty...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Madeline watches my three children, ages 2-6, once a week. She picks one of them up from school, puts one down for a nap, and provides lunch and snacks. She spends a lot of time outside, crafting, and playing. My children love her and always ask when she is coming...

Rachel P.

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Jonell M.


New Orleans, LA

$15-20/hr

Caregiver

I have worked and cared for kids with and without special needs. I am a very clean and organized caregiver. I love children. I have 5 kids of my own
Jonell can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She is a Mother 1st she treats all children under her care as her own little ones. My son raved about his time spent with Ms. Jonell even to this very day. She's truly one of the best out there"

Delmonique B.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Im currently in graduate school to pursue early child hood and special education. Im also a 3rd grade SPED co teacher. I enjoy working one on-one in sped because the bonds are more personal. I enjoy finding out different techniques that work for each child.
5.0
"Brianna is the best! She is helpful, quickly picked up the things we needed help with. She cared for our daughter excellently and became part of our family. She really provided me with the support I needed, managing working from home and managing care for my kid. I...

Nyshaunte R.

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Noyata W.


New Orleans, LA

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant

I take care of a lady with autism. I also take care of a man with Down's syndrome and love what I do.
5.0
"She is still employed in the daytime with me. She started working after Katrina here. My daughter is special needs and is nonverbal. I trust her in my house. She has a lot of patience with my daughter . Noyata is a very caring person."

Cynthia S.

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Lena R.


New Orleans, LA

$25-40/hr • 7 yrs exp

Child And Pet Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Ive been a positive, patient, loving and intuitive art teacher and caregiver for over 7 years. I love to take caregiving/nannying to the next level with fun art activity's and developing a special relationship with family's. I've had amazing experiences from nannying to teaching all ages as well as working with those with...
Lena can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is very good with kids and teens. She is an artist and has experience teaching and leading art experiences."

Andrea D.

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Kira D.


New Orleans, LA

$12-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter And Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have always been around children because I come from a large family. Of course, at the time, I was the built-in babysitter; however, I began babysitting for pay outside of my family during my freshman year of high school. The youngest child who I have cared for was 3 months old and the oldest I have cared for was 14 years old....
Kira can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She's wonderful with my son! Her environment is always clean and she communicates very well! We love to have her!"

Jazmyn L.

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Elizabeth E.


New Orleans, LA

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have worked in group homes for youth aged 12-18 years old, specifically with mental health and behavioral issues. I have also nannied an autistic child for about 3 years on and off.
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Emmarose D.


New Orleans, LA

$10-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Passionate About Special Needs!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with people who have special needs for a few years now and it is my true passion. I find it very important to be the best aid I can be and provide a comfortable time with the person I'm caring for. I am a quick learner, nurturing, and skilled in stressful situations. I have training with administering meds and...
5.0
"I've been bedridden a few times after open heart surgery and Emmarose was able to assist me. Not only is she passionate about taking care of people, she does it with kindness, intelligence and empathy. She was especially helpful on the days I had trouble...

Laura B.

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Dayna S.


New Orleans, LA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist Looking For Part-time Work As A Caregiver

I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc. I genuinely love to help other...
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Isabella T.


Metairie, LA

$22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name's Izzy. I have many years of experience with children. I used to work after care at Country Day with the 1-4-year-olds. I was a nanny for a family for 2 years, a teenager, a 3-year-old and an 8-year-old. My responsibilities included transportation, pick up and drop off, running errands, meal preparation, playing...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Isabella has been so incredible with our 4 month old! Can't recommend her enough. She is incredibly kind and aware of our sons wants and needs."

Abigail M.

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Kristy M.


New Orleans, LA

$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

My name is Kristy, and I am excited to meet you and your family. I look forward to being a beneficial, productive, and valuable resource for you, your children, and your household- so that you all can take a deep breath and truly enjoy eachother, rather than getting caught up in the unknown logistics that accompany family...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gretna, LA

Escalither C.

5.0

She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player.

- Shen J.

Karen V.

4.0

Karen was great. Though her hours didn't work out for what we needed, she still wanted to meet with me and discuss the job and offer he services in the event she could help out.

- Terra J.

Gilder D.

5.0

A very no-nonsense, professional caregiver who likes to keep busy. She gives excellent care. If you're not satisfied with Gilder, then you won't like anybody else!

- Care member

Dajean W.

5.0

Amazing!!! My kids loved her! She was prompt and very kind and friendly! Definitely Recommend!!!

- Care member

Amy S.

5.0

We hired Amy to watch our 2 children in the evenings while staying in New Orleans. Amy was very easy to communicate with, punctual, made dinner for our kids each night, and kept them safe while we were out. Both of our children liked and felt safe with Amy. One evening she even brought them each a...

- Desiree E.

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