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60 special needs caregivers are listed in La Crescenta, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in La Crescenta, CA

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Kristen G.


La Crescenta, CA

$26-30/hr17 yrs exp

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience nannying multiple children, caring for special needs, and animal care. My background is in musical theater so I love being creative with kids and developing their inner artist. I am very active so I enjoy taking kids to the park and enjoying the outdoors. I have a reliable car so I can...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kristen was amazing managing 4 kids and a dog all at once. She kept them engaged with no screens. She also cleaned up before leaving and had the kids help with cleanup! "

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Victoria C.


La Crescenta, CA

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

IHSS Caregiver

Warmest Greeting! I am a certified IHSS provider that is dedicated in helping those in my community! I am a future teacher in the making at the University of Northridge, and enjoy working with children and adults alike. As an IHSS worker, some of my duties include: Providing compassionate care to seniors and assistance with day...
Hi, my name is Elizabeth. I'm currently just getting out of a job I had for the last 5 years, 24 hours a day for a 93-year-old producers wife from Hollywood. I absolutely loved my job, and Martha she became family. Her family all lived outta state. I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. In college and high school, I...
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Nidia S.


La Crescenta, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I have been nanny/babysitting for close to 10 years. I have much experience with children of all ages. I was also a caregiver for special needs for about 3 years. I am both CPR and First Aid Certified. I am a responsible, caring, trust worthy person and very nurturing and motherly by nature. I am energetic, creative, and love to...
Nidia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Nidia is wonderful! She has helped me both with childcare for my 20 month old son and cleaning my home. With my son, she teaches him Spanish, plays with him, and cooks delicious meals. She's an absolute fabulous person. I highly recommend her!"

Alicia M.

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Lucinda H.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Women

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of senior citizens for the past 15 years. Experience in distributing medications, bathing, dressing, feeding, tube feeding, cooking, cleaning, mobility issues and some physical therapy. I am outgoing, have a great sense of humor and easy to get along with. I am very patient, and have a good beside manner,...
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Lucinda was an amazing caregiver. She took care of my mom for the past few years of her life. Lucinda was caring, highly responsible and dedicated. She was like a member of our family. Lucinda still texts me on my mother's birthday two years after she has...

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Kristina B.


Pasadena, CA

$27/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kristi! I am a loving nanny looking to connect with families in their homes! Over 10 years of experience working with children in homes and classroom environments. Experience with children from newborns to teenagers. Experience with disabled children and children with special needs. Comfortable caring for up to 10...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Kristi was a wonderful and trustworthy nanny for our family. She cared for our 6 month old son for almost 6 months. She knowledgeably prioritized his happiness, development and safety. She partnered with us through many baby firsts and allowed us as parents to...

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Rona S.


Glendale, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

16 Years Of Experience With Senior Care/Companionship

I have experience working with clients with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson, and Special Needs. My prior experience includes: - Assisted client in and out of bed, bathing, dressings, grooming. - Performed household duties such as laundry, grocery shopping and meal preparations. - Drive client to doctor's appointments, family...
Rona can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Rona worked with my mom for over 5years as a care provider. She is fantastic! Rona is patient, friendly, helpful, trustworthy and very organized. She has all the qualities you would want when trusting to care for your love ones."

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Jerome S.


Glendale, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Full Time Care giving Live-In/Live Out What Ever Is Possible

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in a private senior living facility, nursing home, and mostly private care as well. I am well experienced in Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Muscular Dystrophy, Lewy Body disease, minor and major health issues, trauma, and/or accident recovery. I also handled patients who have bipolar disease, hospice and...
5.0
"Jerome is the complete package. Some people care but aren't all that competent. Others have skill but no heart. And some with both compassion and skill still lack the flexibility to learn knew things. With Jerome you have compassion, skill, and flexibility all...

Craig C.

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Maria C.


Montrose, CA

$48-55/hr10 yrs exp

NCS

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Over 20 years of childcare experience. NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST. Over 6 years of teaching experience. CPR/First Aid Certified. Trust line Registered. Advanced Trained and Certified Newborn Care Specialist. Sleep training Parent educator. Registered and Member of The NCSA. BIO: Hi moms and dads,...
Maria can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Maria was our daughter's night nanny for one month (baby was 2 months old). We love her. She exudes warmth and confidence and clearly loves all the babies she works with. She was punctual, reliable, and encouraging, making sure we got the rest we needed while she...

Lydia S.

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Helen M.


Los Angeles, CA

$25/hr15 yrs exp

Flexible/ Reliable Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, I find joy in helping children flourish and develop. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences. Supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option drives me to go above and beyond. Patient, calm, creative, and friendly, I ensure a nurturing environment for your child....
Helen can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Helen took care of my kids after school (ages 6 & 8 at the time). She was amazing with the kids! They truly loved spending time with her (and they are very picky about babysitters!) Helen was always extremely reliable and communicative...always right on time to...

Richie E.

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Mikayla G.


Pasadena, CA

$26/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Part-time Babysitter Available

I am a very experienced babysitter/nanny for children of all ages. I started babysitting when I was around 11 and have been looking after children ever since. I was a nanny for several months for four kids, ranging from the age of 8 months to a 13-year-old. I always have worked at several summer camps and have often had to work...
Mikayla can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Great gal. My boys loved having her around, and I could always count on her to take care of the house and make sure my children were fed and put to bed on time. Was too bummed when she went off to college, awesome sitter!"

Janet R.

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Madelyn B.


North Hollywood, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Responsible Sitter

Hello! I'm Maddie. After spending the last 10 years living bicoastally between New York and California, I've decided to settle in California and start my own family. Currently, I'm a stay-at-home mom and absolutely cherish every moment. Over the years, I've had the privilege of caring for wonderful, loving families, and I've...
Madelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I interviewed Maddie for a nannying position to care for my 2-year-old daughter. Throughout the process, she was extremely responsive, flexible, and reliable, and my daughter absolutely adored her! She has significant experience caring for kids and has such a kind,...

Aliya R.

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Stephanie Y.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Creative Special Needs Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the past 12 years I have taught and assisted children with various special needs in classroom settings from elementary through high school. I have been employed for the last year caring for an 11-year-old girl with autism. This job is sadly coming to a close and I am looking for my next opportunity. I started as a teacher's...
5.0
"Stephanie was a respite worker for my son with special needs during the summer and school breaks for many years. He and his typically developing sister always looked forward to visits from Stephanie which allowed my husband and I to go out. Stephanie always focused...

Martha P.

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Florence B.


Los Angeles, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Chef/ Special Needs Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 18-years of experience with people with special needs, dementia, gastric tube feeding, and many other chronic illnesses. I'm a chef for many years, my specialty is vegan dishes. I am a life coach and I am ready to be of service. I love people and have a huge heart, practice love and compassion daily, have empathy....
Florence can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"I worked with Florence, she is very competent and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her."

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Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full, Part Time Or Live In Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience working for the finest families in Los Angeles. I have experience with kids, seniors, people with special needs and disabilities. I am very organized, punctual and always open to complete multiple tasks depending on the family's needs such as doing grocery shopping, run errands, pick up...
Martha Isabel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"My kids loved Martha. She worked for us for years. She played with them and had endless patience and energy. She is kind and very conscientious. Highest recommendation."

Denise H.

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Kristen H.


Pasadena, CA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Companion/Assistant

Thank you for taking time to look at my profile. I am kind, patient, honest, hard-working, well traveled and I am highly respectful of the elder and special needs community. I am an excellent cook and well versed on nutrition and specified dietary restrictions and needs. I am CPR and First Aid Certified with a clear criminal...
Kristen can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Kristen is absolutely terrific. She’s personable, well organized, and always willing to go the extra mile. She describes herself as an “on-time machine” and she is exactly that. Kristen has been working for us for well over a year, and she has proven herself...

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Jerome S.


Glendale, CA

$30-32/hr10 yrs exp

To Secure A Challenging And Responsible Position That Will Allow Me To Utilize My Care-Giving.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Experienced working in a senior living facility, nursing home, and mostly private care as well. I am also well experienced in handling Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Lewy Body and Special Needs cases. Minor and major health issues, trauma, and/or accident recovery. Also handled patients who have bipolar disease, hospice and...
Jerome can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Jerome is family now! He helped us transition my Grandma home after she had a stroke and needed hands on help. He helped with mobility rehabilitation, meds, showers, cooking, doctors appointments... he is everything we could have wished for. My Grandma adores him,...

Jamie R.

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Luana G.


North Hollywood, CA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Luana, a flight attendant and experienced nanny with over 6 years of childcare experience, including working with newborns, toddlers, and children with special needs like Down syndrome. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have passed extensive FBI background checks, and am drug-free. I speak English and Portuguese, which is...
Luana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Luana has been such a blessing to our family! From the moment she started, our kids (ages 3 and 6) absolutely adored her. She has this natural warmth and patience that made them feel so comfortable, and they were always excited to see her. Whether it was storytime,...

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Amanda U.


North Hollywood, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been in the childcare industry for 18 years. Full of life and fun educational ideas! I have my degree in early childhood education. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as a certified food handler. I am a great driver with a clean record and used to even drive a school bus. I am very timely and responsible. I have...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Amanda was so great with our 4 kids. She plays with the kids and cares for them so much. The kids ask about her to this day. "

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Hailee O.


Pasadena, CA

$23/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Engaging Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Hailee and I am available for part-time/occasional babysitting in Pasadena or the surrounding areas! I've been involved in childcare for 7 years now and LOVE working with children. I am creative, empathetic, organized, and administrative. I have experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds, including...
Hailee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hailee was a pleasure to have as our nanny for 3 months. She has a special knack with babies, they love her. Hailee sang and created fun stories and games for our 6 month old. She helped tremendously in sleep training and stayed calm even with a crying baby. She...

Candice C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in La Crescenta, CA

Kristen G.

5.0

Kristen was amazing managing 4 kids and a dog all at once. She kept them engaged with no screens. She also cleaned up before leaving and had the kids help with cleanup!

- Care member

Nidia S.

5.0

Nidia teaches our sons (ages 4 and 2) Spanish once a week. They love her and look forward to her visit.

- Quyen N.

Lucinda H.

5.0

Lucinda took care of my sister for over 2 years. She was extremely reliable and always ready to help. She not only bathed and dressed the patient but took her to doctor appointments, shopped for her, kept the apartment clean and made sure to give my sister all her medications on time. She also...

- Care member

Kristina B.

5.0

Kristi was a wonderful and trustworthy nanny for our family. She cared for our 6 month old son for almost 6 months. She knowledgeably prioritized his happiness, development and safety. She partnered with us through many baby firsts and allowed us as parents to guide the approach on any new...

- Care member

Rona S.

5.0

Rona has been extraordinarily helpful as a caregiver! I have used Rona to take my Mom to numerous doctors appointments and she has always been right on time, handled anything that comes up, accompanies my Mom in the visit, and lets me know what the doctor said / what I need to do. Rona has been...

- Care member

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Ratings for La Crescenta, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in La Crescenta, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.