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Helen J.


Hastings, MN

$10/hr

Summer Nanny

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I have taught swim lessons to several children with special needs.
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Samantha G.


Hastings, MN

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as empathetic, kind, and silly I like caring for people with special needs because they see the world in a way we don't. In my spare time, I like to spend time with my 99-year-old great grandmother with dementia. Hang out with my family, walk my chihuahua, hike, go to the gym and play PlayStation...
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Lauren D.


Hastings, MN

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hey, I'm Lauren, and I love working with kids. I have a couple years of babysitting experience along with being a personal care assistant for a child with special needs. I am CPR certified and have taken a college level class in child psychology and development. I love working with preschool aged children but am comfortable...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Rachel W.


Rosemount, MN

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

PCA / Care Provider

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a homemaker with 3 kids - 12, 9, and 3. I care for my 80yo dad. I work as a PCA for a quadriplegic man and a caregiver to two elderly clients. Additionally, I work at a group home for troubled kids.
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Ann V.


Rosemount, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable, Kind, Loyal Caregiver With 14+ Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, loyal, and kind. I like caring for seniors because I love helping people, and seniors have so much wisdom to share! I'm looking for a job that will be a good fit for the client, as well as myself. I was with my last client for over 7 years. Trust, and relationship building is so...
Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, errands, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Lisa H.


Rosemount, MN

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a occupational therapist. I have worked in nursing homes and in home health care. I have also worked in group homes with special needs people. I am currently a paraprofessional at a elementary school.
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, home modification, dementia
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Isabella S.


Hampton, MN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Isabella and I have been a babysitter/nanny for the past 8 years. I grew up on a small family farm outside of Farmington so have experience with animals/pets. I am the oldest at home in a family of 7 siblings so I also have lots of experience with children/infants, meal prep, house cleaning, animals, etc. I am...
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Anna J.


Rosemount, MN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Care For Your Child!

I am double majoring in Elementary and Special Education with a minor in Specific learning disabilities. I feel as if I am up for any thing! I have had experience with children who have special needs, they have the kindest hearts!
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Lisa H.


Rosemount, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am a licensed and registered occupational therapist and currently a paraprofessional at our local elementary school. I also have experience working in group homes.
I am a creative, enthusiastic, and patient person who likes to have fun. I have worked with children and adults with a variety of disabilities by taking them on community activities, assisting with activities of daily living, chore services, and I worked as a behavior support specialist in an elementary school. I love to play...
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Angela N.


Cottage Grove, MN

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Helping Loved Ones

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of homecare/cna service with elderly and special needs people. I enjoy working with the elderly because of their wisdom and I like learning from their history. I am looking for companion type jobs. I am patient, experienced and want to make people comfortable in their surroundings. I am a mother to two...
Angela can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Angie is an excellent caregiver! Always on time, friendly with a smile and a good listener. She knows how to encourage my mother to be safe and do her PT and works along side my mom so she feels it’s a partnership rather than being an old lady being taken care...

Deborah C.

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Madeline S.


Cottage Grove, MN

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking To Nanny

I have over 10 years of experience babysitting/nannying/teaching children. I have worked with ages ranging from newborns-teens and have had to care for children with special needs as well. I am comfortable with all ages, pets, running errands, picking up, etc. I currently am a 1st grade teacher in Saint Paul. During the summer,...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maddy nannied my kids for about a week during the summer. She stayed at the house with them while I was out of town. I have 2 children (3 & 7). When I came back my house was picked up and the girls had smiles on their faces, upset to see her go. She kept them...

Tony N.

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Andrea J.


Cottage Grove, MN

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny, Available Full-Time, Certified Nursing Assistant

4.3

(7)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Andrea and I have a son myself who is 6 years old! With over 10 years of experience in the child care/nanny feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Andrea has watched our daughter for 2 and 1/2 years. We have been so blessed to have her as a nanny for our daughter. She is very kind, nurturing and patient with her. Andrea was always great at sticking to our daughter’s schedule and building a routine with her....

Rebecca S.

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Courtney R.


Saint Paul, MN

$26/hr7 yrs exp

Patient, Loving, Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Courtney and I am 27 years young. I have a laid-back personality with an immense amount of love and patience for all kiddos. I have been a nanny since 2016 and I've had the blessing of meeting and working with 3 different families from care. com! My experience includes ages newborn to teenager and special...
Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We are privileged to employ Courtney as our nanny. Courtney has been a reliable, flexible, fun, loving, and hard working nanny for our family and son since he was 1 year old. Courtney has a natural ability to understanding my sons needs and abilities of children in...

Meg U.

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Paige L.


Saint Paul, MN

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible, And Patient Caregiver!

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Paige! With over 16 years of childcare experience, including full-time nannying for children from 2 months to 11 years, I'm passionate about creating fun, safe, and nurturing environments for kids. I've worked with children of all ages, including multiples, special needs and premature infants, and love helping kids grow...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Very warm and gentle with my little ones!! Paige keeps my kids off of the TV / iPad and keeps them busy with activities. She always brings science/art projects over to do with my older kids and they love it. I love that she always makes sure my kids clean up...

Michelle A.

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Cheryl K.


Saint Paul, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

The Care I Give Is Customized To Your Needs. I Do Because I Care.

I have done private pay home health care for more than 14 yrs. With a wide range of experience. People with Dementia/Alzheimer's, TBI, various cancers, ostomy's, Parkinson's/Ataxia, CHF, stroke and more. Comfortable with DC, med set up, showering, various lifts. Go between for patient and MD. I have helped family members...
Cheryl can also help with: Home modification, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Cheryl is an excellent caregiver !!! Very knowledgeable about medical issues and very attentive to my husband’s needs. I could always count her to be here when she was scheduled. My husband also really enjoyed having her at the house as a friend to chat with!...

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Bethel M.


Saint Paul, MN

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Bethel..

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents and caregivers! I'm Bethel. I'm 19 years old, and have a passion for little ones! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care.
Bethel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Bethal is terrific! Our kids love her. She is responsible, caring and has great availability. I would (and have) continue to rehire Bethal to watch out young crew of miscreants! "

Care member

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Cynthia S.


Farmington, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Cynthia, an active 40ish year old mother of two teenagers (17 & 19) looking to fill sometime in my schedule. Having 20+ years in experience and education in the field of caregiving. From childcare to early childhood special education to being a PCA (Personal Care Assistant). I have a lot to give when it comes to...
5.0
"Cynthia has worked with my daughter for many many years she has multiple special needs"

Jane S.

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Kimberly B.


Saint Paul, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hi there! I am a mom of 4 adult children as well as 'Nama 'and Bonus mom/grandma to many. Over 35 years in Childcare/Caregiver experiences, to owning my own, park and rec, shelters and Childcare Coordinator. I have worked with many ages from Infant to Seniors. I have my Associates Degree in Child Development. I am also certified...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I've known Kim for over 15 years. She is a very caring and upbeat person. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for care. She will go beyond what you are looking for and with over 20 years experience you can't ask for a better caregiver! If I still...

L S.

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Mary V.


Saint Paul, MN

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

MaggieMae

Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I have cared for special needs newborns just starting life to caring for my patients in Hospice at the end of their life. I have over 25 years of experience caring for the most vulnerable. I guarantee empathy and the most dignified care.
5.0
"Mary is likely the most caring, competent provider and person I have ever met. She takes the extra time and effort to make sure you are comfortable and is very knowledgeable about lots of medical/health related issues. She also is super fun to be around. Mary...

Katie H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hastings, MN

Angela N.

5.0

Angi is caring, thoughtful and energetic. Always on time, a great fit for us. We are lucky to know her

- Care member

Madeline S.

5.0

Maddy nannied my kids for about a week during the summer. She stayed at the house with them while I was out of town. I have 2 children (3 & 7). When I came back my house was picked up and the girls had smiles on their faces, upset to see her go. She kept them entertained at all times but also knew...

- Tony N.

Andrea J.

5.0

Andrea has watched our daughter for 2 and 1/2 years. We have been so blessed to have her as a nanny for our daughter. She is very kind, nurturing and patient with her. Andrea was always great at sticking to our daughter’s schedule and building a routine with her. She was always willing to be...

- Rebecca S.

Courtney R.

5.0

We are privileged to employ Courtney as our nanny. Courtney has been a reliable, flexible, fun, loving, and hard working nanny for our family and son since he was 1 year old. Courtney has a natural ability to understanding my sons needs and abilities of children in general, she is warm,...

- Meg U.

Paige L.

5.0

Very warm and gentle with my little ones!! Paige keeps my kids off of the TV / iPad and keeps them busy with activities. She always brings science/art projects over to do with my older kids and they love it. I love that she always makes sure my kids clean up after themselves! I appreciate that she...

- Michelle A.

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