Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Lake Alfred, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Healthcare Companion

4.2

(5)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of senior care. Ive had great patients. I am loving caring compassionate and understanding. I have experience with dementia , copd, oxygen, special needs, bowel program, etc

Laura can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, home modification

5.0

"Laura is very dependable and reliable. She has a very sunny disposition and is able to work with my mother who has COPD and beginning Alzheimer's very well. Laura has a very pleasant, matter of fact way of influencing my mom, where it would have been a difficult...

Tina A.

Lisa U.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Teacher With Behavioral Needs Background (and I'm Lots Of Fun To Be Around, Too)

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years of experience working with children of all ages, backgrounds and educational needs. I was a classroom teacher, did behavioral therapy with children who had autism and other special needs. In addition, I am currently a Private Nanny for a family with 2 children, one of whom has multiple disabilities (physical and...

Lisa can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Lisa was kind, engaging, and caring. Our daughter loved having her over and immediately asked when she would be back again. "

Care member

Laura L.

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs and elderly for the last 20 years. I have a lot of experience and love what I do. I have a level 2 background check as well as local. I am certified through the state as well.

Aida R.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping , Crafts Drop off and pick up. I have experienced with special needs kids I've worked with special needs kids for the past seven years. I have an excellent driving record I have a CDL class B. I drove school buses for 10 years and as a part-time I also hand to care...

Aida can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Aida was very hands on with my three boys. Being 4, 3 and 1 they are full of energy and always on the go. She showed compassion, care and love for them as if they were her own. My oldest calls her AiAi and would rather her put them to bed than me. Exceptional and...

Courtney P.

Brandy M.

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Homemaking Companion Care-giving Personal Care

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Home Health Aide. I am an approved provider with APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities). I am certified in CPR/First Aid. I have worked with the elderly and people with disabilities for more than 10 years.

5.0

"Brandy is very pleasant and accommodating. She has been there for me on short notice when I needed transportation to my doctor appointments. She answered me quickly when I reached out for help."

Marjorie H.

Callahan G.

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Camp Counselor Who Misses Hanging Out With Kiddos!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting families in my hometown since I was 11 years-old and I have been a camp counselor at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp for the past four summers. I have also worked with children with special needs as a volunteer at Easterseals in Chicago, Illinois. I hope to create long-term relationships with families. My...

Callahan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning

5.0

"Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work with. We feel incredibly blessed to have met her."

Maria S.

Tenise R.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nursing Assistant

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Live in Kissimmee Florida but educated in NY worked all Care facilities in NY as a certified nursing assistant 28+Years dealing with special needs, all different mental challenges adult care only. Senior Care facility, highly qualified in this area, love what I do... patients Care, Quality of life and safety is a must,...

5.0

"I wish Miss Tenise lived closer to me! I hired her for my special needs daughter when we were in Orlando for vacation, and I could Not be MORE PLEASED with the job she did! SUPER Friendly, Professional, Punctual, TRUSTWORTHY, and she went above and beyond what I...

Amy F.

Lizari M.

$13-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Sitter

5.0

(1)

I have worked in childcare for the past 10 years and have always been passionate about working with children. My experience ranges from infants to school aged children. I want to make a positive impact in every child and family that I care for. For the past 5 years I have also provided occupational therapy services to children...

Lizari can also help with: Meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"I recommend her 100%. Not only is she extremely professional, dedicated, passionate and trustworthy but she also is very knowledgeable on the field. My kids adore her and she is so much fun to be around. Lizari's professional history has given her the opportunity...

Marimar R.

Savannah D.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Savannah- Kind & Patient Nanny

4.2

(5)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Nanny for 5+ years, with over 10 years experience providing unparalleled child care with a focus on interactive learning. Teacher of ABCs, 123s, and all the in betweens. Kind, loving, caring, energetic, creative, & playful. Long term experience with twins, newborn-teens, special needs, groups of children, overnight, long &...

Savannah can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Savannah is very caring towards children, she treats each one just like her own. She's nurturing, dependable, and just an overly kindhearted person to be around. Savannah has experience with daycare, and being a nanny for families. Anyone who comes to know her,...

Clarissa W.

Carter C.

$18-23/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hey there! I have 3 years of experience as a camp counselor and part-time babysitter. When I lived at home I loved to help care for my 12-year-old special-needs sister. I love to cook with nutrition in mind. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping:)

Carter can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Carter watched our two year old daughter for us on Mondays. She was consistently on time, and engaged with our daughter. She was beyond sweet and our daughter truly adored her. It was such a pleasure to have her with us for the summer!"

Care member

Courtney S.

$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp

Interactive Baby Sitter!

4.2

(5)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hey everyone! I have been baby sitting children of friends and family members since I was about 10 years old. I am experienced baby sitting children from new born stages up to teenagers. I love to get the kids outside and playing, or if weather does not allow, inside playing with toys and arts and crafts... anything productive....

Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Courtney was amazing. We hired her for many things. She's a women that can do it all. I would very highly recommend her."

Laurie K.

Soleil T.

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter Who Is Intentional

5.0

(1)

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I started watching children at 12, with my first child having various special needs. I have volunteered with children in other countries, orphans, and foster children. Additionally, I have taken care of up to five children at a...

Soleil can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her again. My daughter really enjoyed her. Thank you, Solei!"

Care member

Victoria M.

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Victoria! I am 24 years old and from Lakeland. I have worked over 500+ hours as a certified nursing assistant through UF Health. I graduated with my bachelors degree in Health Science from UF in 2022. I have spent a lot of time working with dementia and Alzheimer's patients through my work at an adult daycare...

Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0

"Victoria helped us out for just a short time, but we had a great experience with her. She's knowledgeable, kind, and flexible."

Wilma D.

Marie R.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(17)

I am an Early Childhood Education major with more than 18 years experience, with a speciality area of Children With Special Needs ( Autism, Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida.....). I have been trained to feed children with G tubes. I have 15 +years of providing care for newborns and toddlers. I love fostering long relationships with...

Marie can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Very thoughtful of my children's needs. She is compassionate and understanding."

Care member

Allison D.

Lake Wales, FL

$20-32/hr • 8 yrs exp

Energy Filled Joy Giver

5.0

(3)

Caring for children has always come naturally to me but now, with a certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for 5+ years, my skills in empathy, organization, communication, discipline, receptivity, and working with a plethora of students and clients who may be on the Autism spectrum or have other special needs...

Allison can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Allison is a very kind and knowledgeable woman with a a lot of experience with kiddos! "

Care member

Lucinda G.

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hey! I Am Lucinda. I Have A Passion For Development In Children, And Would Love To Care For Yours.

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Lucinda. I have many years of babysitting experience and I pride myself on being able to adapt myself to new situations quickly. I have a passion for children and their development. I enjoy reading, playing games, and hikes with my dog. I am always willing to try new things. I have a flexible schedule and would love to...

Lucinda can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"We loved having Lucinda! After a quick walk around of the house and run through of bedtime, Lucinda jumped right into playing with our boys (2 and 4) before we even left. When we arrived home, the boys were sleeping with the kitchen and toys straightened up. When...

Kari B.

Angela C.

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hi There, I have experience with a plethora of different types of children. Most had special needs including Cerebral Palsy, Autism and Down syndrome. I have taken care of kids with learning disabilities as well. The last 2 families I was with had me travel with them to help with the infants and son with autism. I've worked...

5.0

"Super helpful with fixing up our kitchen and made it more functional while watching the kids !"

Mary L.

Karyn S.

Bartow, FL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

I have 2 special needs adult children, care giving for parent who passed with Parkinsons/Dementia, worked in mental health at Lakeland Regional and was a Social Service Director prior to starting Master's degree-currently. CNA certification and prefers equipment for lifting if needed.

Karyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, respite care

Skills:

CNA

Karyn S.

Bartow, FL

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mother Of 3

I have 1 teenage son and 2 adult special needs children. I have been a caregiver for persons with special needs and the elderly population. I worked for the school system, the hospital, and was a Social Service Director prior to beginning my Master's degree in 2023

Karyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel

Skills:

Early Education

CNA

CPR

Angelina R.

$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Safety, Education, And Love!