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28 special needs caregivers are listed in Gulf Shores, AL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Gulf Shores, AL

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Daphne S.


Gulf Shores, AL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Giggles & Smiles Available

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

The best way to make children good is to make them happy. Hello my name is Daphne. I have many years working and teaching and taking care of children . My 1st experience would be 10+ years teaching preschool , 7 years working for the elementary education field. I have been a mother for 33 years and I am a grandmother to three...
Daphne can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Daphne (D.D) was probably the best sitter I have ever had for my two children ages 6 and 8. She was wonderful. She played with the kids and was really involved with them. We loved her and hated seeing her move. I can’t recommend her enough!"

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Penny P.


Gulf Shores, AL

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Grandma With Patient Care Background

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Have worked with special needs Children. Will help tidy up, laundry and cook. Part time is ideal for me.. but I am Flexible and dependable.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very attentive, and always goes above and beyond! "

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Penny P.


Gulf Shores, AL

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, Experienced, trustworthy and reliable. I live in Gulf Shores. I have a nursing and business background. Experience with special needs children. Nursing home care experience, experience with invalid patients, Alzheimer's care, meds, bathing, shopping, cleaning etc. Full or Part time. Flexible with pay and hours.
Penny can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Penny is wonderful! We became caregivers for my mother-in-law with Parkinson's dementia overnight when my father-in-law broke his hip. We needed help with bathing. Penny came on short notice and was kind and professional. My mother-in-law couldn't stop talking...

Emily H.

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Penny P.


Gulf Shores, AL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

YEARS Patient.cre Of All Ages, Special Needs, Feeding, Mobility, Sei

Nursing and business background. Have worked with infants and geriatrics. Over 20 years experience with feeding tubes, mobility, seizure monitoring, etc. Seeking Full or Part time
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Cynthia G.


Gulf Shores, AL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

PRN Caregiver

I worked for a group home for mentally retarded male clients and also one on one with one male client to assist them with their ADL's and as a mentor. I am very passionate about care giving of all ages but special needs are the top for me because they can't help the way they are and still they find joy in simple things and...
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Ruby R.


Gulf Shores, AL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Nanny!

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ruby, and I have 6 years of experience in babysitting, including working with children with special needs! I have a strong passion for helping children grow and thrive in a safe, nurturing, and fun environment. I also have 4 years of experience as a lifeguard and am currently pursuing a nursing degree at the...
Ruby can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely adore children! I can do everything from morning drop-offs at school to traveling help. I have experience with special needs children, as well as children above age 2. Flexible schedule and great communication with parents.
Cara can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Abagail H.


Gulf Shores, AL

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/caregiver!

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Abbie, and I am 23 years old. I am very fun-loving, responsible, and kind! I have experience with all ages, and special needs. I have been babysitting for 8 years now, and I absolutely love it! I also am a huge animal lover, I have a corgi and she is my baby. I have been pet sitting for as long as I can remember,...
Abagail can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Natalie J.


Fairhope, AL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver By Heart And Career Looking For Full-time Employment For Elderly, Handicapped, Dementia

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver since 2001 and enjoy what I do. I have cared for preteen through elderly patients with special needs, ambulatory/non-ambulatory, Dementia/Alzheimer's in all stages, Paraplegia and much more. I specialize in caring for those on Hospice. Many of my patients were former medical staff and family/friends of...
Natalie can also help with: Home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia
4.0
"Natalie wants to please and do the right thing. It has only been two days of working for us, but so far so good."

Ali C.

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Natalie J.


Fairhope, AL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver To All

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been employed as a caregiver for 17 years. I have cared for many people with different needs including a teenager with Intellectual Disability, Cerebral Palsy and a young adult with the same diagnosis. The latter person could only crawl, I had to lift her at times. I have recently been caring for a non-verbal young adult...
5.0
"Natalie is Extremely Patient.... Thoughtful, Insightful, Kind, and Considerate.All of those qualities are necessary to care for my young adult daughter who is nonverbal and has autism."

Lisa K.

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Mary Ann Y.


Fairhope, AL

$15-20/hr

Full time special needs provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Special needs children's and adults is my calling I have took care of the special ed students for 9 years till I went out on retirement . I work with the Baldwin co. Board of Ed as a paraprofessional . The kids that I taught were EMR educable mentally retarded autism and TMR trainable mentally retarded I enjoy my time with the...
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Sarah J.


Fairhope, AL

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs

I'm a positive and energetic 30-year-old, non-smoker. I have reliable transportation, a clean driving record, okay with pets, love to clean, and am CPR certified.
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Stephanie N.


Foley, AL

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Love Smiles And Laughter.

I am looking for a family that needs dependable childcare. I have worked with all aged children also with special needs families. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, engaging and kind. I like working with kids because they are tender and looking for guidance. They are fun to watch explore and grow. I'm looking for...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Stacie G.


Fairhope, AL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Caregiver, Past Licensed Practical Nurse And BS In Elementary Education.

I have worked as an LPN for 16 years with experience in Geriatrics and Pediatrics. I have worked in many different areas and always loved it. I was born a natural caregiver. I have a special place in my heart for the vulnerable and believe it is critical to be their advocate. I also have a BS in Elementary Education.
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Stephanie N.


Foley, AL

$8-13/hr2 yrs exp

Extra Set Of Hands

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Most of my experience is with special needs children. Because I have also worked with families as well. I have a very genuine heart and love working with seniors.
Stephanie can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Hi I am very good with special need persons I will help them feel safe and better in their environment
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Savannah P.


Fairhope, AL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Savannah and I am a student at Auburn University. My major is Rehabilitation and Disability Studies and I hope to become a Speech Pathologist. In the past two years I have gotten more experience working with people with disabilities than ever before so I would still consider myself new to the field. I work part...
All my 4 years of high school, I worked with the Special Education department. I went on trips with some of the children and built a special bond with the ones I worked closely with. I participated in the Special Olympics watching these children be apart of something that made them feel so special was something that I very much...
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Cheryl W.


Foley, AL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun & Energetic Nanny

Hi, I'm Miss Cheryl, a very reliable, patient, and creative Momma of 3 adults, G to 9 grandkids, with approximately 40 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teens. I'm confident, energetic, and fun. I do think kids are kids, but it's up to adults to teach them to respect others, nature, and the world around...
Cheryl can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Marissa I am 21, I have done caretaking in many ways ranging from in home to different care facilities. I have worked with special Needs in adults and children, I have cared for elderly, children and even pets. I am CPR certified and I have been through many medical training classes. I'm very good with children...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gulf Shores, AL

Daphne S.

5.0

Daphne is a wonderful nanny. She cares for kids as if they are her family. She truly became a part of our family while she was with us. She helped our kids figure out a nap routine, taught them sign language, was willing to do activities with them & take the kids outside. She has a gift with kids &...

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Penny P.

5.0

Penny has been an incredible blessing to our family. She has cared for my almost 2 year old and my 6 year old and they both adore her. She’s an angel to us and I haven’t had a single concern from the moment I met her. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire her for a moment.

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Penny P.

5.0

Penny is wonderful! We became caregivers for my mother-in-law with Parkinson's dementia overnight when my father-in-law broke his hip. We needed help with bathing. Penny came on short notice and was kind and professional. My mother-in-law couldn't stop talking about how nice she was. We would hire...

- Emily H.

Natalie J.

4.0

Natalie wants to please and do the right thing. It has only been two days of working for us, but so far so good.

- Ali C.

Natalie J.

5.0

Natalie is great with Autistic children.

- Lonnie D.

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Ratings for Gulf Shores, AL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Gulf Shores, AL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 28 listed special needs caregivers.