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Melissa C.
Hawthorne, FL
$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have spent many years caring for Alzheimer's patients. I believe I would also enjoy spending time with special needs patients.
Elaina R.
Hawthorne, FL
$13-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Elaina, a 21-year-old college student. I am enrolled online at Florida International University. I got my AA from Santa Fe and then transferred. I am working towards getting a degree in English to then become an English teacher.
I am the oldest of 3 siblings that I have helped my mom take care of from time to time. I...
Elaina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate, courteous, prompt and dependable individual. I have worked in various fields of the medical field for 15+ years. I receive great satisfaction in helping others. I am experienced with senior care and all it entails. I have worked with Alzheimer's and dementia patients. I have worked with G tube feedings, NG...
Janice can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Janice cared for my father who had Parkinson’s and developing dementia for over two years. She was reliable, kind, caring and I can’t recommend her highly enough. "
Care member
Cindy M.
Gainesville, FL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
International Experience Nanny , Babysitter , And Domestic Helper
4.9
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
greetings to all Parents out there. I just move here in gainesville.
my name is Cindy I'm originally from the Philippines. I have lots of experience taking care of infants, toddlers, and young kids with or without special needs. And also I can do some house chores too. I am a very independent nanny with caution, especially for...
Cindy can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Cindy truly has been an asset to our family, and a member of our family, as our nanny. She has been caring for our child since infancy (and our dog!) and has provided wonderful care for both. She has even taught our child some sign language which has left us in...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My Name is Megann and I am a graduate from the Univeristy of Florida with a Bachelors degree in Family, Youth, and Community Sciences. I have experience caring for multiple children, including those with various special needs. I am looking for something consistent where I can apply what I have learned throughout school...
Megann can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Megann is wonderful and our kids quickly became completely obsessed with her. When she wasn't introducing them to painting, games or crafts inside, she was playing basketball, riding scooters, or taking them for walks outside. If you're looking for someone...
Evan G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey everyone! I'm currently a second year master's student at UF pursuing a degree in sustainable development. This is my third year in a row using care. com and am a big fan of the site, I've found lots of great families to work with. I've worked with infants to teens so I have a wide rage of experience with different aged...
Bailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Five stars is not enough! I cannot say enough good things about Bailey. My children took a shine to her almost immediately which almost never happens. She is dependable communicative and just genuinely likes being around children. My oldest has special needs and...
Jacquelyn H.
Harper S.
Gainesville, FL
$13-17/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have cared for medically complex children and adults for the past 6 years and have an extensive resume to back up all of my experience along with references for the care.
5.0
"Harper was wonderful. She worked for me for 4 years caring for my special needs foster kids and was wonderful with all of them. They had a bunch of different complex needs and she was always willing to accommodate and help every single child that came through our...
Cristina R.
5.0
(3)
I have been caring for kids for almost 10 years, my family is a foster family so I have had plenty of experience. I also have babysat for other families some who have kids with special needs or medical conditions that require extra care. I am CPR & First aid certified, fingerprinted and background screened due to working with...
Harper can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is kind, caring and reliable! She is a very sweet, amazing young lady, and loves working with children. "
Mary H.
5.0
(1)
I am a certified lifeguard with both CPR and First Aid training. I have worked in a Girl Scout camp for 3 summers where I have taught girls of all ages to swim while ensuring their safety and to of course ensure they are having fun! I also was a faith formation teacher/assistant for 6 years to children from the ages of 5-14 and...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily is very good with kids. She’s calm, she listens and she plays well with them. She is responsible and reliable. Every time I leave her to care for my children’s I know they are in good hands. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I began babysitting for my family and friends at a very young age. In school I took an early childhood class and many of my assignments involved working with children outside of the classroom. I also spent a year working with the special needs children that attended my school. I am very active and adventurous, and I am fluent in...
Maeve can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Maeve cared for my two boys weekly for a season of in our life. She has strong communication skills and is very responsive. She created games with the boys and kept them engaged. She also helped with light housekeeping around the house."
Bonnie M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 20 years experience with children, adults, learning disabilities. I have excellent professional and personal references
I think outside the box, team player, safety and happiness utmost importance. I looking forward to speaking with you. Thank you
5.0
"Mary has been wonderful with our elderly mom so that my husband and I can have some date nights
She is very punctual and dependable . She is very attentive to my mom , and my mom immediately felt comfortable with Mary . She has a very sweet and calming...
Joseph L.
Mary S.
Gainesville, FL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over 20 Years Of Experience With Elderly With Dementia Special Needs And Overall Care
5.0
(8)
I have 20 years of experience of cna/ caregiver companion . I can help with light housekeeping, grocery shopping , doctors appointments or in a home or assisted living facility care. I've lived in Gainesville over 30 years and I've dealt with several different kinds of health issues with my clients. I love working with the...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Mary shows great compassion and cares deeply with those that she works with. She goes above and beyond for other's needs before her own."
Care member
Meghan W.
Gainesville, FL
$13-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Meghan and I am an online biomedical neuroscience MS student at the University of Florida! I am striving to become a pediatric psychiatrist in the future, as I love both kids and the human brain. . I also love dogs and am happy to care for those fur babies as well. I have 5+ years of experience with all ages...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Christina. I am 30-years-old, and I have a 10-year-old son who is autistic and has ADHD. I am very passionate about caring for children with special needs and I can absolutely handle children with behaviors and SIBs.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, patient, and creative.
I like working with kids...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
Hi! I'm 25 years old & I started babysitting when I was 13. In 7th grade I became a volunteer in my school for the special needs sports league, after HS I became a Certified Coach for NJ Special Olympics. I was also a life guard every summer throughout high school & up until I moved to Florida. In 2018 I moved to FL & attended...
Jade can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have worked with persons who have special needs since my youth when I worked at Training Center as an Occasional Therapy Aide. I did this for 5 years. After college I worked as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for 14 years at Vocational Rehabilitation here in Gainesville providing services to the ARC and to the Bradford...
Meghan W.
Gainesville, FL
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience working with children with developmental disabilities as a registered behavioral technician. I have developed skills in non-verbal communication and ASL. I am CPR and first responder certified. I am currently working towards a masters degree in developmental disabilities with a focus on early childhood and...
Jacqueline E.
Gainesville, FL
$11-16/hr • 4 yrs exp
I enjoyed baby sitting around my neighborhood in high school as well as my two younger step sibling, one of which has special needs. Just looking to make a few extra bucks while I'm in college, I'm very patient and work well with little ones.
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello, I am a Special Needs Paraprofessional. I have worked with children that are K-5 for 2 years. As well as regularly care for my two nieces and other children. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you for your time.
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Kylie S.
Gainesville, FL
$14/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Kylie and I am currently a freshmen at the University of Florida. I am studying education and hoping to eventually become a special education teacher or an elementary school teacher. I have previously worked with kids ranging from all ages and have also had experience working with kids who have type 2 diabetes and...
Kylie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hawthorne, FL
Janice D.
5.0
Janice cared for my father who had Parkinson’s and developing dementia for over two years. She was reliable, kind, caring and I can’t recommend her highly enough.
- Care member
Cindy M.
5.0
Cindy truly has been an asset to our family, and a member of our family, as our nanny. She has been caring for our child since infancy (and our dog!) and has provided wonderful care for both. She has even taught our child some sign language which has left us in awe. She is leaving us due to her...
- Care member
Megann B.
5.0
Megann is wonderful and our kids quickly became completely obsessed with her. When she wasn't introducing them to painting, games or crafts inside, she was playing basketball, riding scooters, or taking them for walks outside. If you're looking for someone trustworthy to care for your kids, we...
- Evan G.
Bailey D.
5.0
Bailey was great! She was super responsive, always on time, and really cares for our kiddos...and we have an infant and a 13 year old with special needs. Highly dependable and trustworthy!
- Care member
Harper S.
5.0
Harper was wonderful. She worked for me for 4 years caring for my special needs foster kids and was wonderful with all of them. They had a bunch of different complex needs and she was always willing to accommodate and help every single child that came through our house! Would highly recommend her...
- Cristina R.
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