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Special needs caregivers in Hawthorne, FL

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Melissa C.


Hawthorne, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have spent many years caring for Alzheimer's patients. I believe I would also enjoy spending time with special needs patients.

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: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Janice D.


Citra, FL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

5.0

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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: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Janice was amazing! My mother needed 24x7 care while I went on a business trip. Stay overnight? Yes. Light cooking? Of course. Drive my mom to a doctor appointment? Sure thing. THEN, just before Janice arrived, mom’s blood pressure dropped, and I had to call 911....

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Cindy M.


Gainesville, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

International Experience Nanny , Babysitter , And Domestic Helper

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, travel, light cleaning, 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...

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Megann B.


Gainesville, FL

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

Loving, Organized, Patient, Kind, And Creative

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Gabriela M.


Gainesville, FL

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gaby and I have loved kids ever since I was little, I was known as the unofficial babysitter to many friends and family. I have 4 years of experience with children 6 months to 9 years (including children with special needs). In my care, I enjoy using music and creative solutions to help children continue to grow...
Gabriela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Gabby worked with our family as a nanny for my son during the summer months while he was out of school. She was punctual and dependable, and is very creative - she made amazing crafts! I would rehire her without hesitation."

Teemar C.

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Bailey D.


Gainesville, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bailey was amazing! Our daughter warmed right up to her and loved when she came over to hangout with her! Would definitely recommend her "

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Meredith K.


Gainesville, FL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Nurturing, Creative Care For Your Children And Pets. Part To Full-time Availability.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with over half a dozen years of experience, I'm passionate about nurturing children and supporting families. My reserved nature allows me to fit seamlessly into your family's routine. I believe in open communication and will provide regular updates on your child's day, using your preferred method. When...
Meredith can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Meredith is dependable, educated, loving and patient, we love her! She took care of our baby boy and we were very happy with her during the time that she helped our family."

Aymee R.

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William H.


Gainesville, FL

$38/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently in graduate school, Im looking for a long term placement of at least 20 hours per week. I have work across the care giver spectrum from middle school art teacher to end of life care as doula and funeral director most recently. I'm a helper at heart and working to become a chaplain. I enjoy cooking, unorthodox field...
William can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Will is an amazing caregiver! He is reliable, smart, creative, and always has fun ideas for my 5 year old daughter- from gardening to baking to reading, with Will there is never a dull moment. He also encourages good manners and respectful behavior. My daughter...

Elizabeth O.

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Kaitlin C.


Gainesville, FL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced In All Ages

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi!! My name is Kaity! Since about 2014 I have worked in a labor and delivery unit at a hospital where I helped with taking care of infants, breastfeeding and any other needs mom or baby might have. I am also a nurse. I have around 15 years total experience from newborns to 16-year-olds. I have two years of experience with...
Kaitlin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kaity was the best! Someone you’ll find as soon as you talk to her she is easily trusted. She watched our little girl for my fiance and I to go out to dinner for the first time since she had been born. We were gone 3-4 hours on our date and I wasn’t worried about a...

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Teagan S.


Gainesville, FL

$16-18/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Teagan and I am a current college student. I have been a babysitter for about 5 years now. I have experience caring for infants, toddlers, kids, and pre-teens. I also have experience caring for special-needs children. I am trained in first aid. I have reliable transportation and a flexible schedule.
Teagan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My daughter absolutely loves when she comes over ! Asks for her to come back again !"

Sarah B.

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Maeve H.


Gainesville, FL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Due to work schedule changes, I needed help during very specific hours and Maeve was punctual, reliable and very helpful. She's self-motivated, too, so she always seemed to find more ways to be helpful."

Joanne K.

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Mary L.


Gainesville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time LPN Available

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.

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Mary S.


Gainesville, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Over 20 Years Of Experience With Elderly With Dementia Special Needs And Overall Care

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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mary has been such a blessing to our family. My Dad has dementia and she has been so helpful in guiding us in effective techniques and tips in managing his daily life…every visit she lights up his day and her awareness of his needs helps us navigate options,...

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Rachel A.


Gainesville, FL

$10-16/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! Im Rachel

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I used to work in a group home with individuals that had developmental disabilities, Austism and Cerebral palsy. I loved it! With normal life going on, I wanted to branch out and do more with my passion. Unfortunately it didn't work out. And I got a different job. I wanted to get back into it! And I found that here was...
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Alexis P.


Gainesville, FL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Sitter? Look No Further

Hello everyone, my name is Alexis. I have many years of experience working with children and also children with special needs. I have also been in the healthcare field for 20 years. I love doing arts and crafts. Video games and baking. I can also help around the house. Let me help you relax
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Christina B.


Gainesville, FL

$13/hr

Adding A Little More Love Everyday.

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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Jade D.


Gainesville, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Best Friend Fun Sitter With A Big Smile

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, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hawthorne, FL

Janice D.

5.0

Janice was amazing! My mother needed 24x7 care while I went on a business trip. Stay overnight? Yes. Light cooking? Of course. Drive my mom to a doctor appointment? Sure thing. THEN, just before Janice arrived, mom’s blood pressure dropped, and I had to call 911. My uber was already waiting to take...

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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...

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Megann B.

5.0

Megann was kind and patient with our daughter and always reliable!

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Gabriela M.

5.0

Gabby worked with our family as a nanny for my son during the summer months while he was out of school. She was punctual and dependable, and is very creative - she made amazing crafts! I would rehire her without hesitation.

- Teemar C.

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!

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