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Special needs caregivers in Maple Heights, OH

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Destiny H.


Maple Heights, OH

$22-24/hr1 yrs exp

Loving Disabled Caregiver

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Hi, my name is Destiny and I have experience in working with mentally disabled individuals. I recently graduated this year with a Bachelors degree in psychology so I have some background and empathy, but also personal experience with family, etc. I currently work as an Autism and Mental Health tech so I am excited to further my...
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Jessica H.


Maple Heights, OH

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Para/MA

Hi! I'm Jess I am a 23-year-old Certified Medical Assistant and specail needs Para professional for Parma city school district looking for extra work after school and on the weekends. I have several years of nannying experience as well as several years of special needs/ABA experience. I am CPR/First Aid certified for infants and...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 plus years experience in taking care of children. I am 34. I have a son and a daughter my son is 7 my daughter is 14 I also have 9 nieces/nephews which I've helped raise/take care of, the youngest being 6yrs old the oldest being 24 . Two of which require special needs care. I prefer to do a home visit for both the...
Jasmine can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Mariquetta A.


Cleveland, OH

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Caregiver

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Meals for clients in their homes based on specific diets...
Mariquetta can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, personal care, companionship, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

4.0
"Mariquetta is very nice and dependable ,very hard worker and pleasant"

Bryan K.

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Shanise W.


Cleveland, OH

$21-35/hr7 yrs exp

Fun, Dependable Loving Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Shanise. I have been in this field for 7/8 years. I have worked with special need individuals, dementia, hospice, recovery from surgery individuals, blind, death individuals, helping individuals gain there strength back. I cook, light house keeping, run errands, companionship, and etc I love the field in. I just...
Shanise can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Shanice is a funny, down-to-earth person with a naturally assuring aura. She helped me out immensely through a very difficult surgery. I do not know what I would've done without her. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for care!-"

Deyanira B.

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Erica B.


Cleveland, OH

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Im Ms Erica. I've been teaching for over 16 years and absolutely love what I do. I am a teacher turned Professional Nanny. I have my Child Development Associates (CDA) from the Early childhood council of recognition and a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am a certified trauma informed Coach, a certified professional...
Erica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Erica was very responsive and on time. Our son had a great day with her! Would hire her again!"

Lizzie U.

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Lisa K.


Cleveland, OH

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Live In Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lisa! I'm 23 years old and I run a non-profit for kiddos battling cancer. A few things I can provide are healthy meals, a plan for each day that includes activities, outings, rats & crafts, and fun learning opportunities. I also have multiple references available upon request. I am a photographer as well, and...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Lisa was great with our 11-month-old. We will definitely hire her again!"

Sara V.

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Sierra M.


Cleveland, OH

$22-40/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent M. Sp. Ed graduate currently working as a Behavior Specialist! I have been providing child care for a multitude of families over the past 10 years :) I am available to provide last minute/emergency in-home Respite for adults and young or young adult child(ren) individuals with disabilities!
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Theresa T.


Cleveland, OH

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

I am a 38-year-old with 8 years experience working with individuals who intellectual and developmental disabilities. I've worked in the homes feeding, bathing, cleaning and interacting with many individuals of all backgrounds. I was a supervisor in the homes for 1 year and move up quickly as a House Manager for 2 years and then...
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Kimberly M.


Solon, OH

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Care Companion Available For Your Loved One

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you looking for someone to help care for your loved one when you cannot? While I am not in the health care field, I am happy to provide companionship, help with errands, clean up around the house, assist with medication management, cook a meal, or assist with personal grooming. I enjoy people of all ages and I understand...
5.0
"Kimberly worked with my 12 year old brother who was very behind in reading and English. She was very knowledgeable, patient, and helpful on all levels. She's an overall great person. For her level of expertise as a tutor, she deserves so much more compensation than...

Alexis L.

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Stephany C.


Cleveland, OH

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver

I assist with activity daily living for the young and old, It's my specialty to make sure I can assist with your special needs as a caregiver.
Stephany can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"She is punctual, kind and professional. She does what I ask and need without complaint. She is a great companion."

Elaine P.

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Jennifer A.


Cleveland, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

*** DODD MEDICAID WAIVER CERTIFIED ***

Having worked as a caregiver for 25+ years, I find that helping to make a difference in someone's life, or just seeing them smile, can be one of the most rewarding benefits to not only my job, but in my life. I've worked with a wide variety of people, & have provided care from birth, until end of life. In my free time I enjoy...
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Vivienne B.


Cleveland, OH

$15/hr4 yrs exp

After Years Of Babysitting And Coaching, I Have Found That I Love Working And Teaching Children!

I'd describe my personality as dependable, energetic, and caring. I enjoy working with kids because while it is fun, I find that I end up learning more from the children and the experience! As a student, I am looking for a relatively flexible job where I am able to gain more experience helping others. I started working with...
Vivienne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Vivienne is great! She is available when we need her and is great with the kids. She is very responsible and helpful! "

Care member

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Amanda D.


Cleveland, OH

$20-50/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Amanda and I recently graduated with a Doctorate in Occupational therapy. I completed research in the NICU with premature infants, working on feeding and breastfeeding! My professional experience includes, working as teaching assistant in a school for children with special needs, nannying for various...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amanda bonded with my children. I would hire again. Thanks!"

Sean H.

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Glennis C.


Cleveland, OH

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Glennis and I would love to help out your family! I have over 10 years of babysitting experience, six years of summer camp experience, and have worked with kids with special needs and taught swim lessons. I am also adult and pediatric first aid, CPR, AED, and lifeguard certified. I have my own car, love pets,...
Glennis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Would highly recommend Glennis! She is very dependable and great with our children!"

Jessica K.

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Brianna B.


Independence, OH

$15-24/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Bri and I am 22 years old and currently a positive reinforcement but doing my classes remotely. I have had over 8 years of experience with child care including children from around 2 weeks to about 15 years old, as well as children with special needs. I am CPR certified and have my own car for anything your little...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bri was a wonderful babysitter to my kids for two years. My kids loved her and I always felt more than comfortable leaving them in her care. She became much more than a babysitter to our family and I definitely recommend!"

Tasha P.

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Robin W.


Cleveland, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver, Medical Assistant

My skills are well aligned by obtaining experience in Neonatology to Gerontology from working beside General Practitioners to Specialists, Physician Assistants to Fellows, Nursing Students to Nurse Practitioners and Midwives. This has given me a wide spectrum of knowledge to prepare me to work with patience, compassion, and the...
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Jennifer G.


Cleveland, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Jenny and I am 33-year-old and living in Parma Hts, Ohio. I have been watching children since forever honestly. My mom has had an in home daycare since I was born so I've been watching children sing my early teen years. I also have a niece (8) (in my picture, got my sisters approval first before including on...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jenny is by far, the best caregiver I have ever had. She is patient, kind, thoughtful, and a whole lot of fun. I am over the moon knowing that my children are in such loving and responsible hands. She makes every meltdown, accident, and mess such a breeze. We have...

Sasha C.

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Denise K.


Northfield, OH

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Older Adult, Experienced With Disabilities.

I am a certified Independent Provider for disabled adults, I have 13 years experience and have been certified for 9 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. I also have experience caring for seniors and hospice clients, I am a laid back, caring , middle aged adult that enjoys caring for others. I have great transportation and I...
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Melissa A.


Cleveland, OH

$16-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!! My name is Melissa A., I am looking to start a Home Care. I have work in this field for 10 years now. lam a Personal Care Provider. I have a lot of experience working with the elderly in their homes also in nursing homes. have worked with elderly that has Dementia, Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease also who are...
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Maple Heights, OH

Mariquetta A.

4.0

Mariquetta is very nice and dependable ,very hard worker and pleasant

- Bryan K.

Shanise W.

5.0

Shanice is a funny, down-to-earth person with a naturally assuring aura. She helped me out immensely through a very difficult surgery. I do not know what I would've done without her. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking for care!-

- Deyanira B.

Erica B.

5.0

Great worker very dependable and trust worthy

- Care member

Lisa K.

5.0

Lisa was great with our 11-month-old. We will definitely hire her again!

- Sara V.

Kimberly M.

5.0

Kimberly worked with my 12 year old brother who was very behind in reading and English. She was very knowledgeable, patient, and helpful on all levels. She's an overall great person. For her level of expertise as a tutor, she deserves so much more compensation than she is requesting. She has made...

- Alexis L.

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