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Special needs caregivers in Idyllwild, CA

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Kathleen C.


Idyllwild, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Katie, I am 24 years old. I currently am getting my masters in special education. With years of experience in child care, including specialized care for children with special needs, I bring a deep understanding and compassionate approach to every family I work with. I've had the privilege of caring for a little...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

My name is Tara, I am interested in being a care taker and support person for a family with special needs. I have great patience and compassion for others as well as an ability to relate well with people of all ages. I have a lot of experience with children. I have Nannied for years and worked as a preschool teacher. I've also...
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Beatriz A.


Cathedral City, CA

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Honeyb Home Health Aid

5.0

(1)

I am a healthy, strong and very responsible 50yr old with vast experience in nursing. I have two associates, one in Health Science and I am working on my Bachelor's degree, also working towards becoming an RN. I have worked 11yrs with special needs children, 2yrs in Rehab and Nursing, 3yrs Internal Medicine Office, and the last...
Beatriz can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Beatriz is a complete professional. She looks and acts the role of a professional care giver. She was also knowledgeable on the latest changes in guidelines for palliative care through Medicare. This allowed access to many resources we didn't know we were...

Michael F.

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Andrea M.


Cathedral City, CA

$17-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Sweet

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced, responsible and fun-loving babysitter with over 10 years of experience. Work with children is my passion. I have experience with special needs kids. I love to play/teach them a variety of activities. I'm Comfortable taking care of newborns (age 0-3), infants, and toddlers. I'm graduated with a Pre- K teaching...
Andrea can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"It was a pleasure having Andrea as a part of our family. Very responsible. Trustworthy, Great with my son and overall an amazing person. "

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Nancy M.


Hemet, CA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Miss Nancy, Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My Name is Nancy and I have resided in the area for approximately 20 years. I enjoy walking, social events, and traveling. I have many years of experience in a public school setting with students of various ages, ethnicities, and needs. During my spare time, I have been a caregiver for children of staff members, neighbors, and...
Nancy can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nancy is a wonderful babysitter. Can work with last minute request and is always on time. Very good with kids my girls love Mrs nancy!!!"

Lauren H.

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Lora N.


Cathedral City, CA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced, Dependable Special Needs Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Lori and I've lived out here in the desert for 15 years and I love it out here. I grew up in Iowa and I'm a HUGE animal lover. I have experience in taking care of children and adults. I have been working with special needs kids starting in grade school and had my first paying job working with special needs kids when I...
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Eydie G.


Banning, CA

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Empathetic Direct Support Professional

My name is Eydie, and I am a dedicated, certified Direct Support Professional with a strong passion for enriching the lives of others. With 19 yrs of experience in caring for individuals of all ages, including those with special needs and various disabilities, I possess a wide range of skills. I am experienced in working with...
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Nancy M.


Hemet, CA

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My Name is Nancy and I have resided in the area for approximately 20 years. I enjoy walking, social events, and traveling. I have many years of experience in a public school setting with students of various ages, ethnicities, and needs. During my spare time, I have been a caregiver for children of staff members, neighbors, and...
5.0
"She was very nice and did everything we needed help with. Communication on the app could be a bit better but she was a great choice. She helped our grandfather but mainly did housekeeping. Thank you Nancy."

Nicole G.

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Storey L.


Desert Hot Springs, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Integrity And Compassion Are My Passion!

4.2

(5)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a true native to the Coachella Valley, born and raised here. I have many personal and professional relationships, both of which I value and nurture. I have reliable transportation and can provide excellent references upon request. My experience in home health care is extensive, ranging from simple companion care,...
Storey can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"MAGICAL STOREY :) She is a blessing, so kind, compassionate, attentive, and goes well above and beyond. My Grandmother needs full care, with no mobility at all, Storey brought her back to life. My Grandmother laughed again and has hope for life again. She has an...

Lauren R.

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Tashara Jazzy H.


Hemet, CA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter Available Part Time For Fall 2019

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a nanny and newborn care specialist currently living in Decatur. I am incredibly passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and love to have fun. I have a wealth of experience interacting with children in multiple environments- from nannying, teaching, childcare centers, summer camps, and after school...
Tashara Jazzy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jazzy was very communicative about what was going on with the kids during her time. She made different meals for all three kids because they all wanted something different. She has been a wonderful sitter every time we have had her! We can't wait for Jazzy to come...

Catherine G.

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Yvette S.


Cathedral City, CA

$20-36/hr20 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been taking care of children for the past 20 years because I'm passionate about helping children grow, learn, and reach their full potential. As a creative and friendly individual, I connect easily with children and create a safe and nurturing environment where they thrive. I keep parents updated on their child's day and am...
Yvette can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Brittnee C.


Desert Hot Springs, CA

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

Weekend / Date Night / Last Minute Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Brittnee. I am 29 years old and live in Palm Springs, CA with my husband, our beautiful children. I treat everyone I meet with respect and maintain a high level of professionalism in my working relationships. I have worked with many families privately and professionally for over 8 years in the Coachella...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I'm Princess and I've worked as a caregiver going on 3 years now. I do work with both special needs kids and seniors. I'm comfortable mostly with doing housework such as vacuuming , meal prep , cleaning/ disinfecting, folding clothes , mopping , kitchen cleaning/ dish washing , light outside/ yard work m, organizing ,...
Princess can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

My mother had a severe stroke years ago and outside of the nursing home, I was her primary caregiver. I also have a mentally handicapped brother-in-law and I have been his primary caregiver for many years when he's in town for holidays. I am very comfortable around people with special needs, no matter the age! I am very...
Donna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Jessica. I'm a nurturing & responsible childcare provider with a genuine passion for helping children learn, grow, & thrive. I'm pretty bubbly & love to create a warm & welcoming environment for children to feel comfortable & safe. With 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the...
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Dorina W.


Banning, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is DORINA. I have 20+ years of experience in childcare. I am a single mom of a special needs teenage son. I am reliable, trustworthy, patient and specialize in working with toddlers and special needs children. Fingerprinted through the Dept. of Justice and Trustline certified. Comfortable with pets and working in...
Dorina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

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Karen Z.


Desert Hot Springs, CA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Hello, I am licensed nurse. I have experience working with infants- early adulthood . I also enjoy working with special needs children. If you have any questions or concerns please don't hesitate to call or message me. I strive to provide the best care for you and your love ones.
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tammy G.


Hemet, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with Dementia pts I have used a Hoyer lift with pts. I can prepare food , feeding, bathing, special needs, o20 pts cops pts, hospice care, and light house keeping, errands , dr. appts and the most important companionship . I am very reliable and honest person I also have my CPR and first aid certificate and covid...
Tammy can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Eydie G.


Banning, CA

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hey there! I'm Eydie, and I'm a super patient, caring, and dependable caregiver for kids of all ages. I'm registered through Trustline. I'm covid-19 vaccinated, and CPR certified. I've learned a lot through my Early Childhood Development coursework and have experience as an Elementary Teacher's Aide, Childcare Provider, and also...
Eydie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

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Kim K.


Hemet, CA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I am able to communicate wonderful, I also am able to make fantastic meal preparations, can ensure J and G tubal feedings, worked with the blind, and severally handicapped. able yo diaper change and cleanse. I have terrific transportation> I am very wheel chair savvy. I hope you will consider me to take care of your loved...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Idyllwild, CA

Beatriz A.

5.0

Beatriz is a complete professional. She looks and acts the role of a professional care giver. She was also knowledgeable on the latest changes in guidelines for palliative care through Medicare. This allowed access to many resources we didn't know we were entitled to. She was a great help

- Michael F.

Andrea M.

5.0

Andrea is THE best nanny we’ve ever had! I cannot recommend or praise her enough. She absolutely loves what she does and it shows. She watched our 1yr old multiple times a week for a couple months while we were in Palm Springs. She took her swimming, on walks, made delicious meals for her etc. Our...

- Care member

Nancy M.

5.0

Nancy is a wonderful babysitter. Can work with last minute request and is always on time. Very good with kids my girls love Mrs nancy!!!

- Lauren H.

Nancy M.

5.0

Nancy worked with my wife Linda when she became Ill. She is very honest and very caring, always willing to help. I would highly recommend Nancy as an excellent caregiver and a good person. Ed

- Ed A.

Storey L.

3.0

3 star mostly to mean neutral. On paper, messaging and in person Storey was a wonderful person as we excitedly plan when she would start with helping out my dad. We met in person, she met my folks and there was great vibes all around. She made mention of sharing personal and professional references,...

- Care member

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