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49 special needs caregivers are listed in La Quinta, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in La Quinta, CA

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Destiny R.


La Quinta, CA

$17-25/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

4.8

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Destiny and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have experience in ABA working with children ages 0-25 yrs. old. doing both Natural Environmental Teaching as well as DTT and I love what I do! I also have experience working with children who are developmentally delayed in speech, cognition,...
5.0
"Destiny proved to be extremely reliable and very professional. She gave 100% to our kiddo, we're so fortunate to have found Desinty to meet our daughters needs. "

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Kimberly S.


La Quinta, CA

$27-50/hr7 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Assistant

Hello! My name is Kimberly, I am a 28-year-old college student pursuing my Registered Nurse. I received my CNA 7 years ago and 2 years working along with my team of caregivers 24/7. Providing care to pts with Alzheimer's/dementia/Parkinson's bedridden and hospice Pts. As well as special needs children. Here's a list of...
Kimberly can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"Kimberly is passionate about setting realistic goals to helping you get through your challenges in a professional way. She is diligent about completing her work schedule, and is quickly apparent she and her team love their work, sometimes unfortunately a rare...

Care member

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Catherine M.


La Quinta, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part time caregiver available most evenings.

I have worked as a preschool teacher for many years and have experience with many different situations and needs of children ages 2 weeks-5 years.
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Luisa U.


La Quinta, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Therapeutic And Cheerful Sitter

Hello my name is Luisa, sometimes kids can call me "Lulu", 46years old, have a General Education credential. I'm a Registered Behavior Technician which gives me a unique perspective in assisting families in need of ABA services. I am working full time for Desert Sands Unified School District too as paraprofessional for Special...
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Monica P.


La Quinta, CA

$17-25/hr

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have firsthand experience working with special needs since my son has autism and my second son has pervasive development disorder. I am familiar with meltdowns, food sensitivity, and can identify triggers. I have learned to teach coping skills through ABA therapist that have worked with my own sons. It's hard work at times...
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Stacey M.


La Quinta, CA

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello my name is Stacey I have 11 years experience in caregiving. I'm friendly, responsible, reliable, compassionate and so enjoy caring for the elderly. I have experience with COPD, dementia, Hospice care, disability care, medication (from pharmacy, picking up, and making sure there taken at scheduled dates/times)...
Hello! My name is Kimberly, I am a 28-year-old college student pursuing my Registered Nurse. I received my CNA 7 years ago and 2 years working along with my team of caregivers 24/7. Providing care to pts with Alzheimer's/dementia/Parkinson's bedridden and hospice Pts. As well as special needs children. Here's a list of...
Kimberly can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Melissa C.


La Quinta, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked in the hospitality industry since I was 10 years old. I've worked every facet of hospitality except cooking. I've been driving for Uber and Lyft since 2017. I've been shopping for Instacart since 2020. I have been caring for children for about 45yrs. I went to school to be a teacher, but a family emergency cut short...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Carena V.


Indio, CA

$56/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I am a certified medical assistant, licensed with the state as a home care aid, certified in medication management , CPR/BLS and first aide certified and also have my food handlers certification. I have been working for hospice and palliative care for the last 8 years as well as worked in the medical field for critical care ,...
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Richelle S.


Palm Desert, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Richelle and I have been working with children all of my life. I grew up caring for my two sisters, one much younger than me and one with cognitive impairments. I have experience working with children of all ages, and have 15 years experience working with special needs, mild to moderate. I am comfortable with...
Richelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Richelle is an outstanding caregiver. She is reliable, adaptable and ready to swing into action. She hit the ground running with my 3 children and due to her natural and authentic character, my kids took to her instantly. I would recommend her and I will continue...

Paul L.

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Carena V.


Indio, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver , Medication Technician/CMA, Hospice Care

*Covid vaccinated* I am a certified medical assistant, licensed with the state as a home care aid, certified in medication management , CPR/BLS and first aide certified and also have my food handlers certification. I have been working for hospice and palliative care for the last 8 years as well as worked in the medical field for...
Carena can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Carena is very independent responsible employee I have worked with her for 5 years and have shown that she is very reliable comes to work 25-30 minutes before shift starts and as will treats every client respectfully and cares for them As if it's her own family...

Cassandra L.

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Berenice G.


Coachella, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a special needs teacher and caregiver ! I am very reliable, patient, and caring person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring & teaching special children, from youth to teenagers. I believe that the small milestones achieved are only the beginning to a successful future! ***NEW MOMS/FIRST TIME MOMS*** I...
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Lisa M.


Palm Desert, CA

$35-47/hr10 yrs exp

Minister, Mom, Cared For My Daughter With Cancer,Former Caterer, I Care About People's Lives. Van

I babysit from my home. Parents are welcome to stop by and check up on their kids. and help with special needs. I would need to pick up my kids from school. Sunday's I go with my family to church. I travel about Every few months to preach for a short time. Am also a published author. . I prepared her food, took her to doctor...
5.0
"I have known Lisa for many years and she is an amazing lady. She has a loving, generous and caring spirit. She is a wonderful mom to her own children. Lisa knows how to make people of all ages feel valued and special. When she lived in the Bay Area, she reached...

Melinda R.

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: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation & more
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Sandra W.


Indio, CA

$17-23/hr

Senior Care/ Dementia Care

Experienced senior care/ dementia care and special needs provider. I managed assisted living facility for 2 years in simi valley, CA Expierenced in all levels of in home care for adults and children with disabilities. Patient kind and caring. Fine with medication management. Great with all pets!
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, transportation, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Sandra W.


Indio, CA

$17-22/hr9 yrs exp

Child Care / Nanny Experience

Experienced childcare and Nanny . Raised 2 boys myself. Have a medical background and CPR experience. Have special needs experience. Autism children. Disabled children. Patient and kind with children and pets.
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Jennie S.


Indio, CA

$18-35/hr

Special Needs

I am a caregiver for 20 years. Have CARE people with the lot of disorders from Alzheimer's to dementia amputated PT , have CARE for down syndrome diabetes
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Nathalia S.


Coachella, CA

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a reliable, patient and creative person who has 5 years of experience with babysitting. I'm currently an elementary after school teacher who supports and tutors children ages from 5-13. I also have experience caring for babies, toddlers and children with special needs. I love working with children and making their experience...
Nathalia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Heather H.


Palm Desert, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

HI there, I'm looking primarily for part-time work. I have 20+ years working with special needs children in a tutoring capacity, and I've been a nanny throughout my life for children of all ages. I grew up with a cousin who is severely autistic (nonverbal), so I'm well accustomed to the lifestyle of special needs people. I love...
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Kaffrey H.


Palm Desert, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver, Sitter For All Ages Even Seniors. Have Experience With All Ages. Private, Facilities.

Hello, My name is Kaffrey 47-year-old female. Little bit about myself. Originally from WI, grew up in the Santa Barbara area and have been in the desert for 8 years in which I've been doing elderly care, babysitting, dog walking etc. I have so much passion for helping others. I'm a very outgoing, personable, kind, loving,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in La Quinta, CA

Destiny R.

5.0

Destiny proved to be extremely reliable and very professional. She gave 100% to our kiddo, we're so fortunate to have found Desinty to meet our daughters needs.

- Care member

Kimberly S.

5.0

Kimberly is passionate about setting realistic goals to helping you get through your challenges in a professional way. She is diligent about completing her work schedule, and is quickly apparent she and her team love their work, sometimes unfortunately a rare attribute in todays world. Her team are...

- Care member

Richelle S.

5.0

Richelle is an outstanding caregiver. She is reliable, adaptable and ready to swing into action. She hit the ground running with my 3 children and due to her natural and authentic character, my kids took to her instantly. I would recommend her and I will continue to work with her. She is a gem.

- Paul L.

Carena V.

5.0

Carena assisted my ailing father with his care. She was kind, patient, warm, and extremely professional. Our family appreciated her support for my father during an extremely difficult time for us. We would HIGHLY recommend her services to anyone.

- Alex C.

Lisa M.

5.0

I have known Lisa for many years and she is an amazing lady. She has a loving, generous and caring spirit. She is a wonderful mom to her own children. Lisa knows how to make people of all ages feel valued and special. When she lived in the Bay Area, she reached out to the families and children...

- Melinda R.

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in La Quinta, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 49 listed special needs caregivers.