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Special needs caregivers in Madison, OH

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Sheila H.


Madison, OH

$10-15/hr • 10 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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Merissa K.


Geneva, OH

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun & Loving Sitter

5.0

(1)

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I have 2yo son. I also have 6 younger siblings ages ranging from 5-20. While in high school I assisted with the special needs students. I cannot wait to meet with & get to know you and your kiddos!!
Merissa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Amy M.


Geneva, OH

$25/hr • 10 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/hr • 10 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/hr • 9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 5 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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

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Caitlin W.


Chardon, OH

$22-27/hr • 5 yrs exp

4.3

(6)

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: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Caitlin is wonderful. She is polite, punctual, and such a hard worker. She gave wonderful care to our son who has autism and even when he had challenging behaviors she was always so calm and kind. I would give her my highest recommendation."

Joyce D.

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Sherry S.


Mentor, OH

$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a professional nanny for more than a decade and in daycare for more than four years. I cared for children ages ranging from 6 weeks old to late elementary. I also have experience with twins and special needs children, homeschooling, night nanny services, overnights, and preteens.
Sherry can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ms. Sherry did an outstanding job looking after our baby. From the first time she came to our home for an interview until the last day she worked with us, our baby was always happy to see her. Ms. Sherry always went above and beyond to take care of our son,...

Danye L.

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Raeanna S.


Painesville, OH

$15-18/hr • 7 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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
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Stefanie I.


Mentor, OH

$14-20/hr • 10 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

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Nicole E.


Chardon, OH

$20-30/hr • 10 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...
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Leah G.


Chardon, OH

$8-25/hr • 2 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: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
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Sydney B.


Ashtabula, OH

$30/hr • 1 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Hanna E.


Ashtabula, OH

$15-25/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Tracy S.


Ashtabula, OH

$10-15/hr • 4 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/hr • 8 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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Anna K.


Mentor, OH

$8-22/hr • 4 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: Light cleaning, respite care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
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Rachel P.


Mentor, OH

$20-25/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Tamara M.


Mentor, OH

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant And Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked in Cardiology for 11 years for the Cleveland Clinic. The office was primarily elderly patients. These duties include transporting, blood draws, EKG, blood pressure, medication and physical review. Prior to Cardiology I was a caregiver for a special needs and elderly man. These duties included bathing, medication...
Tamara can also help with: Dementia, personal care
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Katy C.


Chardon, OH

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have experience working with children who have special needs as well as caregiving for seniors. Feel free to reach out if interested!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Madison, OH

Dakota A.

5.0

Dakota is great. She inspected the job and told me about the environmentally safe products she uses.I explained my allergies and what I needed. She came out the following week and she has my home sparkling! She is experienced, professional, friendly, communicative, and conscientious. I highly...

- Care member

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.

Sherry S.

5.0

Ms. Sherry did an outstanding job looking after our baby. From the first time she came to our home for an interview until the last day she worked with us, our baby was always happy to see her. Ms. Sherry always went above and beyond to take care of our son, demonstrating creativity when she...

- Danye L.

Raeanna S.

5.0

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

- Reed C.

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