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Luann L.


Isanti, MN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

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I have been a HHA for 13 years. I'm med certified and was a lead trainer for my former co- workers. I enjoy working Adults as well as kids.
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Alee K.


Cedar, MN

$10-25/hr4 yrs exp

Resident Doctor

I just graduated medical school this spring (2024) and will be starting my training in Emergency Medicine this July. Before medical school I worked in a group home caring for non-verbal and wheelchair bound people. I am very passionate about caring for those with special needs and would love to help in any way I can!
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Deborah H.


Saint Francis, MN

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Attentive Caregiver

Have 20 plus years of working with teens to seniors. Assisting with DLS, to teaching job skills. As well as ensuring comfort and care of the elderly. Have experience with many different mental health diagnosis of the young and aged population. Looking for a one on one setting. Enjoy cooking and baking, so am able to assist...

Samantha L.


Cambridge, MN

$14-17/hr

Sammy. From Cambridge, MN

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up babysitting family friends, and when the opportunities have presented themselves volunteered at child care centers on Reservations where I've dealt with many amazing, high energy children who often have special needs and behavioral issues. I am no stranger to a a crying baby or a whiny dog. I have experience caring for...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Sam never missed a day. She is amazing with kids and far exceeded my expectations. She is a brilliant young woman and I am sad to her leave but excited for her. She has a bright future ahead. I would happily hire her again."

Adam F.

Amanda V.


Bethel, MN

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Mom And Teacher

Hello there! I have a background of 10 yrs working with SpEd, from para to behaviorist. Mom of 2 preteens.
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Lisa D.


Forest Lake, MN

$15-19/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a nursing assistant background and PCA experience. I have experience caring for seniors, children, special needs care, and pet care.
Lisa can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I can't say enough good about Lisa! She's friendly, compassionate and an excellent caregiver and companion. It's been a joy to have her care for my mom and to be able to enjoy an evening away now and then."

Sharon P.

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Catherine O.


Anoka, MN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My ability to consistently give the best possible service resulted in requests from clients for me to be their main caregiver for people with special needs. With different types of ages. Able to assess situations and implement actions to resolve problems .
5.0
"Catherine is part of our care team now. She is responsive, dependable, compassionate, and catches on really quickly! We hope to keep her on an ongoing basis!"

Sue S.

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Courtney K.


Andover, MN

$22-24/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi I am Courtney! I have many years of experience working with kiddos. I have cared for special needs kids and children with medical complexities. I have watched up to 6 kids at one time and am comfortable watching kids of any age. I enjoy planning out activities for kids to keep them entertained, off screens, and having fun!
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Courtney was awesome. Great communicator, punctual, friendly, and great with the kids. We feel very comfortable having Courtney in our home watching our kids. She also was willing to help with a drop/off pickup which was very helpful. Our kids had a great time with...

Tony B.

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Breana L.


Anoka, MN

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I adore children of all ages, however, I have a special love for infants and toddlers. I had a nannying job for twin infants that I was been with for 14 months so I have experience with multiples. I prefer interacting with children (completing learning-based projects, outdoor playing, etc.) rather than having them watch...
Breana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Breana has been with our family for the past 15 months. She has taken care of our twins since they were 1 month old, starting with a few hours a week to eventually coming everyday. She truly has taken wonderful care of our babies. They love her dearly. Everyday...

Stacy L.

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Regina G.


Minneapolis, MN

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

In my experience has being a PCA I have taken care of many special needs children. My first client was a girl she is wheelchair bond, along with having alcohol syndrome. I had to feed her with a feeding tube, I also did daily exercise with her to keep her healthy. I have also take care of two siblings, they both have ADHD. I...
Regina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I know Regina, and her family, from our parish youth and volunteer programs at Epiphany church. Regina is a very kind and compassionate person. Regina is able to make friendships and get along with everyone, her pleasant personality always shines! Regina is very...

Barb M.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Specializing in early childhood special education with emphasis in behavioral and deaf and hard of hearing.
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Regina G.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-40/hr2 yrs exp

PCA

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have take care of ADHD, autistic, handicapped, and normal children for 2 years. I am a very fun, creative, loving, and caring person. I love having fun with kids. It brings joy to my heart when I make children laugh and I see them having fun with me. I know how to change a diaper, and put medicine in a feeding tube. I enjoying...
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Miranda L.


Forest Lake, MN

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

4 years experience with special needs children. 10+ years experience with infant to elderly. Okay with cats and dogs laundry lighthouse keeping meal prep/cook. Always open to learn new things.
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

15+ years experience, bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, transfers, special needs toddlers, to quadriplegics and dementia with seniors. lots of experience, fast learner. always on time.
Miranda can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care, light cleaning & more
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Lisa R.


Stacy, MN

$9-20/hr1 yrs exp

I Have Worked At A Special Needs Camp That Gas Senior Citizens Come Live In For A Week At A Time.

I previously worked at a Special needs camp that has senior citizens come live in for a week at a time. Duties include- anything they may need help with. Duties Include- Anything They May Need Help With
Lisa can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
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Brooklyn H.


Wyoming, MN

$22/hr8 yrs exp

Fun-loving Sitter With A Lot Of Experience

Recently graduated with a B. S. in Human Physiology and a minor in Human Relations. With 8+ years of babysitting experience, I come with a plethora of knowledge for different types of situations. I have cared for children with special needs including autism, diabetes, and spinal bifida. I love spending time outside! Nature...
Brooklyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Erin P.


Forest Lake, MN

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Nanny

Hi, my name is Erin and I have over 11 years of experience as a professional nanny for all ages and abilities (special needs, allergies, baby Led weaning, experience with Montessori way of learning, Lovevery toys, etc). I worked as a nanny for infant to school aged children for seven years and I'm the mother of a loving...
Erin can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kylie J.


Zimmerman, MN

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked with children with disabilities in a variety of settings. I am in graduate school for speech pathology and have a passion for helping children learn how to communicate their needs effectively.
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Haley E.


Anoka, MN

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Haley and I live in North Minneapolis. I have always loved kids, and I have had a few different childcare jobs throughout the years, including a full-time nanny position caring for 4 lively kiddos! I have worked with special needs children and adults, so I am extremely comfortable working with any family....
Haley can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Virginia M.


Stacy, MN

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider, Housecleaner, And Senior Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provided daycare and enjoyed the interaction with children very much. After moving to the Twin Cities area 24 years ago, I became a full-time stay at home mom. I most definitely enjoy children and have an abundance of volunteer experience working with children. I have been a teaching leader for toddlers at a Bible study I have...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Isanti, MN

Samantha L.

5.0

Sam never missed a day. She is amazing with kids and far exceeded my expectations. She is a brilliant young woman and I am sad to her leave but excited for her. She has a bright future ahead. I would happily hire her again.

- Adam F.

Lisa D.

5.0

I can't say enough good about Lisa! She's friendly, compassionate and an excellent caregiver and companion. It's been a joy to have her care for my mom and to be able to enjoy an evening away now and then.

- Sharon P.

Catherine O.

5.0

Cate takes care of our 28 year old highly autistic son as if she is his mother. Cate is attentive, nurturing and compassionate. Our son is a 28-year-old individual who, due to his unique needs, requires assistance similar to that of a young child. He relies on caregivers for essential daily...

- Kathleen I.

Courtney K.

5.0

Courtney was awesome. Great communicator, punctual, friendly, and great with the kids. We feel very comfortable having Courtney in our home watching our kids. She also was willing to help with a drop/off pickup which was very helpful. Our kids had a great time with Courtney, would hire again.

- Tony B.

Breana L.

5.0

Breana has been with our family for the past 15 months. She has taken care of our twins since they were 1 month old, starting with a few hours a week to eventually coming everyday. She truly has taken wonderful care of our babies. They love her dearly. Everyday she comes into the house with a...

- Stacy L.

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