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Elsa R.


Laguna Woods, CA

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Love To Be Of Service

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CPR certified, Experienced caregiver, special needs Have transportation Live in Laguna Woods Love pets Friendly, compassionate, dependable, resourceful & respectful
Elsa can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Aileen

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Looking for part time Monday-Friday. I currently work with children and have years of experience at a school with children with special needs. I'm very loyal, patient, and kind. I have experience with health and fitness so I'm very active.
Aileen can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely thoughtful and loving! She is: Trustworthy, Efficient, loyal, dependable, honest, hard working, & multitasking is her...

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....
5.0
"We hired Carri for a reception party at our home as a party caretaker. She cooked and set up food, kept drinks filled, cleared empty plates and cups, washed dirty dishes and was very professional, personable and friendly with my guests. She was a big help and gave...

Kanela W.

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Jenna D.


Irvine, CA

$30-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Jenna and I just moved to California from Phoenix! I have been working with kids since I was 15 and have been a nanny for the past 5 years and have loved it! I have experience working with kids of all ages and with special needs. I really enjoy teaching kids new things and watching them learn and grow! I am the...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jenna is simply an incredible, loving, reliable, and caring babysitter. She has been taking care of our girls for over 5 years (from their newborn days to now). Our girls LOVE Jenna more than anything in this world ❤️ They truly count the minutes until Jenna walks...

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Ina C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

I have been a preschool teacher before going to college. I recently worked with ABA Therapy with children on the Autism Spectrum. I have been an aide in middle school with learning disabilities. My social work experience has been with a foster care agency and outpatient psychiatric hospital. My real experience has been being a...
Ina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Ina was wonderful with our 2 year old boy and 4-month old girl. She was right on time/a little early, thoughtful, considerate, and anticipated what needed to be done before we had to ask. (E.g., our baby started crying right after our toddler started, and while I...

Karen C.

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$30-51/hr10 yrs exp

Newport Mama/Grandmother

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 2 adult children and one teenager, as well as a new grandmother. I love caring for both children and adults and they usually take to me quickly. As a retired interior designer/stager/home organizer I also am well versed in caring for a home. My daughter has moderate visual and neurological impairments so I'm able...
Carolyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great at organization and making spaces more manageable! Would love to work with her again"

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Stephanie S.


Tustin, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am extremely passionate about caring for individuals with special needs; I believe that every person has something to offer and it is of the utmost importance to focus on their strengths. I have grown up with a brother who has autism; we have always been very close, so I understand the difficulties special needs families face....
5.0
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Stephanie for over a decade now, and have always been enamored with her inviting and attentive personality. She has matured from a hard working college student to a responsible and well qualified registered nurse in that time, and...

Jessica S.

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Kylee B.


Mission Viejo, CA

$21-24/hr10 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist/BCAT/Instructional Aide

Hello! I'm an experienced caregiver with 9 years of hands-on experience providing compassionate, reliable, and personalized care. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, which allows me to better understand and meet the emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs of those I care for. Throughout my career, I have worked with...
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Rebecca K.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.

3.5

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I 've worked with elderly in Elderly Homes, worked with Parkinson's, MS patients, RA patients, Stroke patients and Dementia patients, also children with ADHD, and transferred people many times, either from bed to bathroom or to car. I have also worked with catheters and much more, love doing caregiving and take pride in it....
3.0
"I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before."

Shaoqing X.

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Brianna R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Born To Be A Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I was a full time nanny for four years and am now a special needs educator and have been for the past four years while continuing to babysit for families on occasion. I have experienced just about anything you could throw at me. I love taking the kids to the park, pool, and...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brianna is great. She has a positive and bubbly attitude, takes direction really well and is amazing with kids. My son LOVES her. I would absolutely recommend Brianna."

Ellie Z.

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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Law Student - Occasional Sitter/Tutor

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tamara :) I'm 28 & a law student, available for date nights/weekends! I have babysat for the past nine years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). I have experience with all ages, including newborns as young as two weeks. I...
Tamara can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Haley H.


Dana Point, CA

$28-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/nanny Looking For A Full Time Job.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Haley! I'm really passionate about working with children. I've nannied on & off for over 8 years- toddlers, teenagers & every age in between. I was born & raised in Dana Point, CA. I love the beach, art, music, cooking, and overall I love being a helper! I'm gentle, kind, nurturing & playful in my approach...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Haley was a very kind an patient nanny with our two energetic kiddos. The kids always had fun with her. She was flexible and above all caring."

Laura E.

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Monique C.


Irvine, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there My name's Monique. I am a very patient, compassionate individual who loves helping others in life. I have a strong background of experience in the nursing field from working with quadrepelegics, special needs, assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, to private in home nursing as well as excellent references as...
Monique can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more
5.0
"She was lovely, could not always work Saturday's however her mother could cover. Very personable, had met someone else who was a good fit, would of hired Monique. Never met only talked on the phone"

Gayle F.

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Lela M.


Irvine, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Smiles 'n Cuddles

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Care. com families! My name is Lela. I have 25+ years experience working with children ages 0-18 years of age. I have worked in a school setting as well as in private homes. I started as a lifeguard and swim instructor in high school. I then worked as a teacher with special needs children for 7 years. While working in the...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I strongly recommend Lela and we certainly look forward to having her here again. The first day on the job Lela and my 4 month old son immediately took to each other. As first-time parents, she was so helpful, and the first thing she helped us improve upon was...

Kobea B.

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Fun, Reliable, Dependable Sitter/nanny

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely LOVE children/kids and animals! About me: I am kind, loving, patient, empathetic, great disposition, fun, energetic and outgoing! I love the beach, walking, hiking, music, reading, boating, traveling and amusements parks! I live in Laguna Niguel. I am married, have three sons and three beautiful grandsons! I have a...
Carri can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I recently adopted a rescue dog, William, and had to travel out of town for a weekend. It had only been 6 weeks since the adoption and I was not comfortable leaving William alone. I'm an overbearing dog dad to a fault, and worry about my furry family members when I...

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a...

Shannon F.

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Francis M.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience supporting children with special needs. Skilled in providing personalized care, assisting with daily activities, and implementing therapeutic strategies tailored to each child's unique requirements. Proficient in fostering positive behaviors, ensuring safety, and...
5.0
"Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"

Diana S.

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Michaela M.


Laguna Beach, CA

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Care Provider/nanny

Hello! I'm Cayla a nurturing and experienced nanny with a passion for providing care to children. I specialize in creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment for children of all ages. I take pride in my ability to handle various responsibilities, including cooking nutritious meals, maintaining a tidy home, and caring for...
Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cayla is the best! She is amazing with our 10 month old twin girls, always talking and laughing with them, putting on music, going outside, doing sensory play, etc. She is great about keeping them on their schedule and being flexible with their needs. We love her...

Katie K.

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Teresa E.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Help Available .........

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just love to help and see people happy ..... I am: Teacher, Mom, wife, Friend... I work with kids.... I believe that go around , come around.... I do the best I can to help, maybe I will be the person need help in the future.... and I will appreciated it!!!
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Joni C.


Dana Point, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Family Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience as a professionally paid nanny that includes childcare duties, light housekeeping, running errands, pet sitting and teaching art to children. My most recent jobs were with a 6-year-old boy virtual learning online. The youngest child from 3 months old to about 15 years of age including children...
Joni can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them engaged in learning, art, and outdoors adventures. Our...

Betsy B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Laguna Woods, CA

Aileen R.

5.0

5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely thoughtful and loving! She is: Trustworthy, Efficient, loyal, dependable, honest, hard working, & multitasking is her specialty. Honestly I don’t think...

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Carri C.

5.0

Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail, plants etc when I was away for 3 weeks. I will hire Carrie again and will recommend her to family and friends. She definitely has a heart to serve!

- Kristen R.

Jenna D.

5.0

5 stars all the way. From communicating her past work experience , to troubleshooting scenarios that may take place with my son who has ASD, to keeping me updated whilst away with photos and updates .... Jenna was able to provide me with peace of mind on my first outing for over a year. Thanks and I...

- Adena L.

Ina C.

5.0

Ina was wonderful with our 2 year old boy and 4-month old girl. She was right on time/a little early, thoughtful, considerate, and anticipated what needed to be done before we had to ask. (E.g., our baby started crying right after our toddler started, and while I was trying to comfort our toddler...

- Karen C.

Carolyn M.

5.0

Carolyn was the best sitter for our 6 month old baby. She is so kind and friendly. She immediately got down on the floor and played with our son. He loved her! We will definitely contact her again!

- Hallie S.

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