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Special needs caregivers in Lake Panasoffkee, FL

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Melinda J.


Lake Panasoffkee, FL

$17/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi. my name is Melinda I have 12 years experience working as a Home Health worker . I am an honest hard worker and dependable
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Kimberly C.


Lake Panasoffkee, FL

$40/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced RN

Hi! My name is Kim. I have been a caretaker for as long as I can remember. I grew up caring for animals and started pet sitting over 15 years ago for friends & family. While in college, I became a CNA and worked in a nursing home, then worked as a PCA in the level 1 trauma ICU at Albany Med. Since graduating as an RN in 2019,...
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Christina W.


Inverness, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA- On Call, Emergency, Schedule

5.0

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I have been in the health field for 10 yrs now. Ranging from elderly care to veterans, muscular dystrophy to Parkinson's disease, special needs &more. Hoyer lift, feeding tube, catheter, suppositories, experience. I help in any way I can. Physical Therapy and Occupational therapy assistant. Family oriented and I even garden when...
Christina can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Christina helped me with personal care for my 85 y/o mother. She was always on time and reliable. We both loved her, she was very kind and considerate. We were sad when we heard the news that she was moving to Ohio. I would hire her again without any hesitation!...

Tina S.

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Janice D.


Ocala, FL

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I have worked extensively with spinal cord injury clients, ALS, mentally challenged clients. My experiences span from home care to hospitals. I will provide resume and references upon request.
I am CPR certified and first Aid and I have gone through Citrus County School District background checks and drug tests because I work at a school. I have worked closely with children, since I was very young. Working closely with my church child care from ages newborn to 12 years old. I have babysat my sisters children from when...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kate B.


Inverness, FL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

DSP

I have recently gained experience working with individuals developmental disabilities and would love to see if I can provide the personal care and assistance you are looking for. I am patient, supportive and aim to help you or your loved ones live as meaningful and independently as possible while getting the assistance needed to...
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Paige W.


Ocala, FL

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Paige. I am CPR certified through American Red Cross, I have experience in ABA Therapy with Special needs, and as well as your average daycare center/ Montessori environment. As a mom myself, I will treat your kids as one of my own!
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kathryn E.


Ocala, FL

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

I have certifications in early childhood education from the state of Wisconsin I've worked in the childcare field professionally for 15 years. 6 years in childcare centers. 3 years with three separate families in their homes and 6 years as an in-home childcare provider. I have five children of my own who are in school during the...
Kathryn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Katelyn Q.


Ocala, FL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I have had experience with one child who has special needs whom I babysat when I lived in FL. He was 5 at the time and has down syndrome. He is the sweetest boy. I also have a 21-year-old cousin who has special needs as well. I love working with kids with special needs because they are so unique and always capture my heart. I am...
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Ashley C.


Inverness, FL

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

Hello I'm Ashley. I am a caregiver at heart since I was a child I could say. I have many different experiences with care-giving. Children, senior, teenagers and adults I have been a care giver for seniors in my family and also outside family even as a caregiver from comfort keepers, I have many things I know how to do like...
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Jill D.


Lady Lake, FL

$21-29/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in field of elderly care and special needs for 18 years professionally. I am extremely reliable and I pride myself on accountability. I am huge fan of open communication and trust... Please reach out for a meet and greet to see if I would be great asset to your family's needs...
Jill can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jill is a treasure. Under extremely difficult circumstances caring for my mom who has advanced dementia Jill never lost her composure or sense of duty. Jill is kind, understanding and compassionate and anyone would be lucky to have her in their employ."

Carolyn B.

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Jill D.


Lady Lake, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing and profesional nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Professional Nanny for 35 years. Mom of three grown children two of them are twins. Special training in multiples and special needs and degree in children's programs and previous preschool teacher. Latchkey/Camp program director for several park districts and overseas outreach programs for children. Travel nanny domestically and...
Jill can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Jill was amazing with our 2 energetic boys. She’s very caring and came with lots of toys and books - they had a great time and keep asking when they can see her again!"

Care member

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Synthia D.


The Villages, FL

$18-28/hr10 yrs exp

Excellent Service/ Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked for special needs clients, seniors and children. I have a warm balanced personality aiming to effectively fill the overall needs of the individuals and/or families I choose to provide care for. I proactively accomplish this by utilizing my creative nature, along with my broad experience and education to deliver top...
5.0
"Synthia is a warm hearted, exceptional, beautiful soul. She assisted me after an unexpected illness. She cared not only for me, but also for my family and household. I don't know what we would have done without her. She shopped, cooked, cleaned, organized, and...

Maureen W.

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Lindsey M.


Wildwood, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Gentle Care And Companionship For Your Loved One

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! Thank you for your consideration in my bio in caring for your loved ones. As a mother of two teenagers, in addition to being a long-time nanny and a school teacher, I pride myself on being a very loving, motherly, patient person. I love taking care of my family, cooking three meals a day, keeping the house tidy, and...
Lindsey can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, hospice services, dementia, companionship, respite care & more
5.0
"I would recommend Lindsey to anyone who's looking for a caregiver not only is Lindsey a great caregiver but she is a great person with a big heart."

Robert C.

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Renee B.


Lady Lake, FL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Care Giver

I have many years experience caring for children with and without special needs. Iam very responsible and reliable. I have great references!
Renee can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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Pilar G.


Lady Lake, FL

$13-15/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver And Home Health Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I, m an Asian lady, caring and responsible. I have had experience with Dementia patients, Alzheimer, s disease patients, and also bedridden patients. I have also worked with patients that just needed care and companionship. I cook, do light housework and laundry.
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Kristin K.


Ocala, FL

$25-40/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am an Occupational therapist. I have 4 children, 3 of them are grown and on their own. I love working with people of all ages!! I have 12 + years experience in the medical field. The last 7 years in Occupational Therapy. I have worked with clients of all ages from 2-100 years old with various diagnosis including Autistic, Non...
5.0
"Excellent move out cleaning. Highly recommend."

Londa M.

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Lindsey M.


Wildwood, FL

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

My Caring Superpower Is Patience!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! Thank you for your consideration in my bio in caring for your loved ones. As a mother of two teenagers, in addition to being a long-time nanny and a school teacher, I pride myself on being a very loving, motherly, patient person. I love taking care of my family, cooking three meals a day, keeping the house tidy, and...
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Jessie H.


Dunnellon, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver For You

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jessica and I have about 20 years of experience in caring for those with special needs in their homes and in group home settings, as well as in a school setting. I am experienced in almost all areas of care and enjoy bringing a smile to other's faces.
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Fonteshe G.


Leesburg, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Teacher And Passionate Educator And Mother

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with children, children with special needs, as well as senior citizens. I have been in the education system for over 32 years, and have worked with regular education children, as well as children with autism, speech impairments, and behavior needs. I love what I do and would love the opportunity to...
5.0
"Fonteshe assisted my 19-year-old son with special needs as his job coach when he started his new job. She was extremely interested in consulting with his head coach and how to help him prior to starting the position. Once his job started, she was there to help him...

Jacey S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Panasoffkee, FL

Christina W.

5.0

Christina helped me with personal care for my 85 y/o mother. She was always on time and reliable. We both loved her, she was very kind and considerate. We were sad when we heard the news that she was moving to Ohio. I would hire her again without any hesitation!

- Tina S.

Jill D.

5.0

Jill is a treasure. Under extremely difficult circumstances caring for my mom who has advanced dementia Jill never lost her composure or sense of duty. Jill is kind, understanding and compassionate and anyone would be lucky to have her in their employ.

- Carolyn B.

Jill D.

5.0

Jill was amazing with our 2 energetic boys. She’s very caring and came with lots of toys and books - they had a great time and keep asking when they can see her again!

- Care member

Synthia D.

5.0

I have an adult special needs brother that lives with us. He's 45, but 7ish mentally and nonverbal. I can't say enough good about Synthia. I hired her to be a friend/mentor to my brother so he would have some autonomy in his life provide him with a fun, social outlet. She takes him on outings a...

- Tawnya W.

Lindsey M.

5.0

From the moment we met her, we all just clicked. I knew my mom would be in the best of care with her and I wouldn’t have to worry about mom and I could just enjoy the day knowing Lindsey was taking care of her. She’s very attentive to my mom’s needs and sends me updates. I can’t thank her enough for...

- Care member

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