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Jennifer V.


Holly, MI

$11-15/hr

Companion/Caregiver

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Hello, my name is Jennifer and I have an Associate's degree in Sociology and Psychology. I have worked with special needs children in an educational setting as well as volunteering in programs with special needs adults and elderly. I would love to speak more with you about caring for you or your family member!
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Tiffany P.


Holly, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Been An Aunt Since I Was 5 - (7 Nephews, 2 Nieces) LOTS Of Experience With Kiddos

I have helped raise my sisters' children since I was young. This inevitably lead me to be the "go-to" sitter in a very large group of different families since I was 15 years old- giving me over 15 years of experience. I have experience with caring for twins, special needs children requiring medical device care, and much more....
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hailey S.


Grand Blanc, MI

$12-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter. I Have Experience With Special Needs Children. Looking For Part Time Job

5.0

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I am 23 years old. I have experience babysitting special needs children, I have worked at a daycare as a teaching assistant for two years, and as a lead teacher for one year. I have been CPR and first aid certified in the past and am willing to update my certifications. I have babysat children between he ages of 5 months and 7...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hailey has been watching my daughter since she was under a year old, and she's done a wonderful job caring for her every time. Never have to worry about her safety, and she has great patience for young children. Very responsible young lady. :)"

Jamie G.

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Cheryl H.


Davisburg, MI

$23-24/hr1 yrs exp

Cheryl H Of Davisburg, MI

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a energetic and positive mother of 3 adult children. I have worked for an elementary school for 13 years as at special needs sub. I am currently working with 2 families. One has MS and the other RA. I assist, transport to dr appts /errands and light housework. A lot of what I do is social. I enjoy working with...
Cheryl can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"Cheryl is very kind and pleasant. She has been wonderful to work with and we are fortunate to have found her."

Tim J.

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Abigail C.


Fenton, MI

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Kind Hearted And Kid Focused

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience babysitting children of all different ages and abilities. I have experience with children ages 4 months - 16 years including changing diapers, burping, feeding, cooking, tutoring, etc. I have caretaken for many individuals with special needs as well. This has helped me to learn how to understand each...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Abby is reliable, dependable, and responsible. She also knows how to build relationships with kids of all ages. She has worked in my special education classroom, and also watches my kids. She is absolutely wonderful!"

Kelsey M.

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Kendall S.


Grand Blanc, MI

$26/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced and dedicated 18-year-old caregiver with five years in childcare, with a medical background bolstered by comprehensive first aid and CPR training. I am currently pursuing a special education degree, adept at working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. Passionate about pet care and...
Kendall can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jennifer B.


Highland, MI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 yrs experience working with children, along with raising 3 of my own. I have worked in child care centers, as a nanny, taught Sunday school for years and worked with children with special needs. Most recently I taught a parent tot class at a preschool. I am now looking to find a family that would be a good match....
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer has worked with our family since the start of the last school year. She is a delight to have as a part of our family. She is fun, energetic and engaging. Dealing with tweens can be very challenging at times. Jennifer easily established a trusting...

Mattie P.

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Vannah M.


Grand Blanc, MI

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Trustworthy, Responsible, Dependable, Honest, Caring! Sound Great? Read My Bio!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello everybody! I am a young woman in my twenties looking for some extra monthly income. I currently work full time at a specialty animal surgical hospital and I'm located in Grand Blanc, MI. I have an 18mo niece and a nephew due in August! I've helped babysit and raise family friends kids since I was only 12yrs old so I've...
Vannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Great with young kids and pets! Very reliable and responsible. "

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Katie C.


Ortonville, MI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Big Heart For Children & Adults With Special Needs!

Passion for kids & extra love for special needs! I am the oldest of a big blended family three of which have special needs (all now adults). I have a plethora of experience working with kids both professionally & through non-profit/community based areas. I have a background in Theatre & have directed kids in local community...
Katie can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
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Shelby R.


Fenton, MI

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Nurse For Hire

Hello, I'm Shelby. I have been a registered nurse for 6 years now. I have working in alot of departments, home care, nursing home, summer camp, labor and delivery and infection control nurse. I have alot of experience prior to getting my nursing degree in home care for people with special needs. I can do just about everything...
Shelby can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Hailee S.


Fenton, MI

$16-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I am a veteran who currently holds a degree in Occupational Therapy and am pursuing the next steps to take my licensure exam. I am BLS certified for pediatrics/adults and can provide a background check, drug screening, and am fully medically compliant to work in any hospital. I have clinical experience with special needs,...
Hailee can also help with: Specialized care, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jessica W.


Highland, MI

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hello, my name is Jess and I have been in the field for about 12 years now. I have mostly done HHA/Hospice, but during that time have had several long term clients that had cognitive disabilities, such as cerebral palsy, angelman syndrome etc. from teens, to adults. My experience is vast and I'm quick to pick up on things, and...
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Christine K.


Highland, MI

$13-20/hr9 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

Certified teacher with an early childhood endorsement. I love working with children and have experience with preschool-elementary aged kids, including children with special needs. When I'm not working, I love spending time outside, with animals, and staying involved in my church where I'm a mission trip leader. I'm looking...
Christine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Maggie L.


Fenton, MI

$16/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Maggie! One thing you should know about me is that I am currently enrolled in Michigan State University as a senior. I enjoy baking, spontaneous activities, and athletics. I am currently on the club basketball team at MSU and love to play sports in my free time! I studied elementary education for my first two...
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
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Lori V.


Ortonville, MI

$18-26/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/ Childcare Or Special Needs Caregiver

I have owned and operated a licensed family daycare home in Grosse Pointe, Michigan for over 10 and a half years. Prior to that, I was a substitute teacher for ages k-8th grades for the Grosse Pointe school system. I taught preschool for six and a half years in a Rochester Hills organization. I was a professional nanny for a...
Lori can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Katie C.


Ortonville, MI

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Heart Of Gold For Special Needs!

Passion for kids & extra love for special needs! I am the oldest of a big blended family three of which have special needs. I have a plethora of experience working with kids both professionally & through non-profit/community based areas. I have a background in Theatre & have directed kids in local community productions & more....
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Lori V.


Ortonville, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Care Assistant / Nanny / Special Needs Care Advocate / BS In Education K-8

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced individual and have worked with a wide range of disabilities. My most recent placement was caring for wheelchair bound woman with extensive healthcare issues. I worked for her over 10 years. I have experience with autism, cerebral palsy, downs syndrome, stroke survivors, and severe food allergies. I am a very...
I have spent some time working in a group home in which none of my clients could, walk, talk, feed themselves. With the experience I learned there my comfort level for caring for other sky-rocketed. I am a Registered Medical Assistant and have been watching kids since I was 13. I have extensive knowledge and training on people...
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Katie C.


Ortonville, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Passion for kids & extra love for special needs! I am the oldest of a big blended family three of which have special needs. I have a plethora of experience working with kids both professionally & through non-profit/community based areas. I have a background in Theatre & have directed kids in local community productions & more....
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Katie immediately had a way of making my family feel comfortable in our transition starting with a full time nanny. She is trustworthy, reliable, flexible and surprised us by how calmly she handles stressful moments. Her patience is exceptional! Her creativity is...

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Wilhemena H.


Ortonville, MI

$18-27/hr10 yrs exp

Part Full Time Or Part Time Care Giver

I have been caring for people all of my life. I was taking care of an elderly man, he is much better now. I have experience with all age groups. I don't have much experience with special needs clients, but if told what would be required and needed of me I believe it would be no problem for me! I'm am willing to learn new things...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Holly, MI

Hailey S.

5.0

Hailey has exception child care skills. She always know just what to do in every situation from cranky to unforeseen emergencies. She is dependable and very loved by the children she oversees! 10 out of 10

- Alexandra M.

Cheryl H.

5.0

Cheryl is very kind and pleasant. She has been wonderful to work with and we are fortunate to have found her.

- Tim J.

Abigail C.

5.0

Abigail is absolutely wonderful with my two preschool-aged children. She is kind, patient, reliable, and always comes up with fun activities for the kids to keep them engaged. My kids love her and I would highly recommend her as a sitter!

- Melissa T.

Jennifer B.

5.0

Jennifer has worked with our family since the start of the last school year. She is a delight to have as a part of our family. She is fun, energetic and engaging. Dealing with tweens can be very challenging at times. Jennifer easily established a trusting relationship with out tween twins. We would...

- Mattie P.

Vannah M.

5.0

Great with young kids and pets! Very reliable and responsible.

- Care member

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