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Sheila H.


Madison, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with special needs children and adults for many years. I contracted out with the state of Ohio's Medicaid Waiver programs as an Independent Care Giver since 1994, for special needs individuals. I have worked for three families long term ( 8 years with two families and 5 years for another). I have excellent work...
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Amy M.


Geneva, OH

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Nurse / Caregiver

IF you need quality/ specialized home care look no further I am here to assist your family member of any age . No task to big or to small! Educated Registered nurse who specializes in senior care , pediatrics and all domestic tasks !
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Angel R.


Geneva, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I come from a family with members with different disabilities, I also have worked in workshops in the DD community which has let me work with so many amazing and special individuals. I have compassion and respect for the families and the staff who all work together to bring security, love and understanding to those who need it.
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Dakota A.


Painesville, OH

$18-20/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a home schooling mother of 5. I am a very patient, attentive, calm, loving Person. I have cared for many children, providing safe, loving, educational care. I was a full time nanny for a couple years for a special needs baby/toddler. in addition to child care, I have my own housekeeping business. Ihave worked as a home...
Dakota can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dakota is very congenial and engages in conversation easily. Very personable."

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Caitlin W.


Chardon, OH

$19-27/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing caregiver with over five years of experience. My friendly, patient, and formal demeanor puts children at ease, and my strong communication skills ensure parents are well-informed about their child's day. Comfortable caring for up to three children, ages 0 to 11, I'm happy to enforce household rules and engage in...
Caitlin can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Caitlin is a wonderful nanny, and has been such a great addition to our family. She is great with our son and has taught him sign language. Our son and Caitlin play with his toys on the regular, and have a lot of fun together. Caitlin spends a lot of time reading...

Jenny M.

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Sara P.


Painesville, OH

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Caring

I have cared for children for over 20 yrs (started really young) and have experience with children of all ages! I have experience in caring for those with special needs also but no formal certifications. I love caring for children and helping them learn and grow! I am a mom also and my son is 13 he's special needs (my background...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Raeanna S.


Painesville, OH

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience with kids. Growing up with my parents being foster parents for 40+ years with kids of all ages/challenges coming in and out of the house my whole life has built me to have a special bond with children. I also have experience with kids/adults with special needs/IDD. I worked as a DSP in numerous homes...
Raeanna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rae was so perfect. She was calm and watched five kids (5 and under, youngest was 1) for us when we were on vacation in Bedford Springs. I would definitely recommend hiring her. Very reliable and very dependable - all kids were asleep and happy when we got back to...

Joanna W.

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Karen V.


Painesville, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Working With Seniors With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 22 yrs. experience working with intellectually and physically challenged individuals in wide age range. Support including but not limited to hygiene care, meal planning/prep, administering medication, transportation needs, assist with finances/budgeting, socializing, and companion care. I currently work for an elderly...
Karen can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
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Stefanie I.


Mentor, OH

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Six And Career Nanny

I worked as a nanny for 11 years for all different families. Special needs, medical care, overnight care, multiple children and house sitting. I am now a mom of six with ages 0-12 years old. I'm looking for a tear job in my home as I homeschool my children. I have an extra mini crib for infants, tons of children's items and...
Stefanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I am a mother of a speical needs 9 yr old boy he is autistic among many other diagnosis he is currently my only child. He is verbal and able-bodied but does have hypotonina although by looking at him you would never know. In the past in elementary through high school I have helped care for those with special needs (with...
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Nicole E.


Chardon, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver For People With Special Needs.

I was a special education teacher for 18 years. I have taught students with multiple disabilities including students with autism, downs syndrome, behavioral disabilities, visual, hearing and physical impairments. For the last 1. 5 years I have been a care taker for a wonderful lady in her 90's for the past 1. 5 years. I took her...
I have four years experience working with children & adults with varying disabilities from physical to mental. I have experience with many treatment plans as well as documentation.
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Anna Z.


Chardon, OH

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi I'm anna! I would love to talk to you about caring for your loved ones. I am very outgoing and gentle and a very positive influence
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Leah G.


Chardon, OH

$8-25/hr2 yrs exp

Elder Care

I have 10+ years as a caretaker for children and adults with a variety of special needs. I am reliable, and I take care of my clients with gentle love while bringing my upbeat positive energy as well.
Leah can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, respite care, dementia & more
I have worked at a child care facility (mainly with children 3 years and under) and I have extensive work with special needs children!:)
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Hanna E.


Ashtabula, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

My name is Hanna, I'm a mother of three and currently a home health aide/direct support professional. I've worked in the healthcare field for the past 10 years, then was previously working at a daycare in the baby/toddler room. I've completed some nursing school, I am CPR/first-aid certified and I have my med-cert 2 through...
Hanna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Tracy S.


Ashtabula, OH

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My current role as a monitor in a residential facility for homeless families has prepared me well for this position. I am patient, kind, and able to tolerate stressful situations well. I have two boys of my own, 10 and 12, so in addition to my professional experience and education in human behavior, I also have that real world...
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Christina S.


Jefferson, OH

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

State Certified Childcare Provider

I have worked with developmentally disabled adults for four years in a retirement program. I have home educated for over 10 years, and for the past 4 years, I have owned and operated a State Certified Home Childcare.
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Rachel P.


Mentor, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in child care for over 20 years from babysitting to camp counseling to nanny and pediatric RN. I have experience with newborns to adults also have experience with peopoe with special needs. I enjoy children and am a hard worker. I am currently looking to provide care for one to two families depending on the hours and...
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Anna K.


Mentor, OH

$8-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, I have also worked with special needs/ senior adults at a facility in Ohio for 3 years. I also recently have provided therapeutic services to children with special needs care. I have no issues with pets, have my own car, don't smoke and have no issues with toileting.
Anna can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Madison, OH

Dakota A.

5.0

An Empathic Caretaker; available beyond service.

- Rocky D.

Caitlin W.

5.0

We had Caitlin for a weekend job and our daughter loved her. Looking forward to working with her more!

- Annie B.

Raeanna S.

5.0

Responsible, reliable & our 2 kids had a blast too with her, highly recommend

- Reed C.

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