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Special needs caregivers in Mascotte, FL

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Chastin S.


Mascotte, FL

$17-22/hr

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I was a firefighter/paramedic for 6 years. Currently attending nursing school to further my health care career. I love helping others in any way I can with disability and/or illness / injuries.
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Wendy M.


Clermont, FL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Attentive Caregiver With Special Needs Background

5.0

(5)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. Over the last four years, I have been supporting adults with special needs in achieving independent and rewarding lives. Within their homes, I provide support with tasks like cooking, cleaning, bill management and personal hygiene. Additionally, I accompany them for...
5.0
"Is a very special caregiver that always takes time to listen and always provides wonderful care and friendship! My son Matthew and I think she is the best!"

gayle C.

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Wendy M.


Clermont, FL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun & Attentive Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. I have lived in Clermont, Florida, for 22 years with my husband and son. In addition to raising my son who is now 18 years old, my background in caregiving includes the care of children of all abilities, as well as serving as a companion to special needs adults. I'm...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wendy has taken excellent care for my non verbal special needs daughter whenever we have needed her. She cared for her over the entire summer one year as we were not able to secure childcare. She took her everywhere she took her own son and the other non special...

Wendy P.

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Wendy M.


Clermont, FL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. Over the last four years, I have been supporting adults with special needs in achieving independent and rewarding lives. Within their homes, I provide support with tasks like cooking, cleaning, bill management and personal hygiene. Additionally, I accompany them for...
Wendy can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, personal care
5.0
"I really enjoyed my time with Shaye, but unfortunately, we are losing her outstanding care due to our family changes. Shaye has been remarkably professional, competent, and easy to work with. Her research prowess is evident in the detailed information she provides...

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Hayleigh R.


Groveland, FL

$11-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an outgoing, friendly, and very caring caretaker. I love spending my free time with my friends and family! I started babysitting for my younger twin brothers, as they got older I started babysitting for other families as well, and in January of 2021 I got the opportunity to become nanny/ house manager for an amazing family...
Hayleigh can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"HAYLEIGH assisted with early mornings for my son. She would take him to school and also occasionally pick him up from school as needed. She is super friendly and very kind. I instantly felt at ease with her and trusted her to drive my son to school. She was...

Sarah B.

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Kathy A.


Groveland, FL

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Or Special Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a certified care provider with compassionate & caring experience with children & seniors. Also, health, wellness & nutrition specialist, home organizer, & have special-needs experience, My glowing recent, local references speak for themselves. I am highly qualified, creative, patient & secure with children, seniors &...
Kathy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kathy is a mature, dependable and responsible, loving and caring woman. I highly recommend her for any position. You will not be disappointed."

Jennifer W.

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Tricia A.


Clermont, FL

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Registered Nurse With BSN

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a Respiratory Therapist as well as a Registered Nurse. My professional background of 20+ years includes: Emergency Room and Critical Care Nursing. I also have experience with both newborn, pediatric, and adult patient care populations. I have also worked as a Home Health Care Nurse and in Physician Offices. I hold high...
5.0
"We had Tricia watch our special needs son while we were on a trip in Florida. She was very sweet and knowledgeable. It was such a relief to leave our son knowing he would be well cared for. She fed him, tube fed him and gave him a breathing treatment in addition to...

Tiffany H.

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Kristen T.


Clermont, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible, Caring Sitter And Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 30 years of experience. I am college educated and a mother of two adult, college graduates. I was a stay at home mother during their childhood years. In my most recent position , I worked with a family for two years caring for their children , ranging in ages from three months to 2 years old. I also have experience with a...
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kathy A.


Groveland, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Senior & Special Needs Caretaker

Hello! I am a qualified & certified health care provider with recent references. Qualified health & wellness provider, compassionate & caring. I love seniors & pets & all humanity. Highly qualified caretaker. It would be a privilege to interview with you. Thank you!
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Kendra G.


Clermont, FL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I have been working at life stream for almost 6 months so I do have experience with mental illness and disability. I have experience with autism as my nephew has autism as well. I'm fun, energetic and happy all the time! I learn quickly and I love learning. I'm great with child care. I've come to love this job because I love...
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Maria A.


Clermont, FL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Love My Care Giver Job.

I work for the care of people with special needs, healthy or sick., I have experience in Parkinson's dementia (Alzheimerousness, schizophrenia anxiety, depression, after surgery etc.) I love being able to help, I am also a stylist., I can also do music therapy because I play guitar and sing, if you decide that I help you I will...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Kendra G.


Clermont, FL

$13/hr1 yrs exp

1.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 13 I love working with children. I am CPR certified and a CNA I have worked with special needs as well. I am fun and outgoing and clean and organized. I would love to help your family in anyway possible!
Kendra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Holly J.


Groveland, FL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

About Me

I'd describe my personality as patient, compassionate, and transparent. I like working with kids because I have raised 5 of my own. I have been a teacher for 8 years and I enjoy working with kids of all ages. Especially children with autism/special needs. I'm looking for a job that will enable me to help someone who is having...
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Hayleigh R.


Groveland, FL

$20-26/hr

Hello! I Am Hayleigh A New Registered Behavioral Therapist

I am an outgoing, friendly, and very caring caretaker. I love spending my free time with my friends and family. In 2020 | became a nanny to three children, two with special needs one of whom I homeschool. I am now a Registered Behavioral Therapist working with kids everyday doing fun activities and helping them learn in fun...
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Sarah G.


Clermont, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible, Part-time, Experienced Caregiver

As a mother, a member of a special needs family, and having a history of home healthcare, I feel I've seen everything! I love to empower and support families and am looking for a part-time schedule, flexibility, and am willing to open my home to care if that is ever preferable to you. - I'd describe my personality as warm,...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Abbie H.


Clermont, FL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children for close to 30 years. I have always loved children. I grew up babysitting from age 11 and have always loved being around children. I love helping them learn and explore their creative side through arts and crafts, drawing, etc. I really enjoy getting them outside and keeping them active as I feel...
Abbie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Allyson S.


Clermont, FL

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone I'm Ally and I moved to Florida from Massachusetts!! I work as a special education high school teacher. I was a registered behavior technician. I absolutely love my job! Back in Massachusetts I was the head of a program that taught special needs kids how to play sports and that was the greatest thing I've ever done!!...
Allyson can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Tina C.


Groveland, FL

$5-10/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 25 years of experience working with people with special needs in homes and hospitals. I love to give care to people with needs.
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Annick C.


Clermont, FL

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

I work with children with problem behaviors and delays in speeches. I lobe doing this job because it brings me joy when I see the progress that is made each time. Even if it is the smallest of things are the largest. Assisting them the journey we call life is my greatest joy.
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Becky B.


Clermont, FL

$15-25/hr

One-to-One Aid

I spent over a year working at an Elementary school for children with Autism. I was trained and certified at this school to handle day to day task with children with Autism. Some duties include potty training, snack time, studying, play time and more! Both of my parents work in special education and it is a field I consider...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mascotte, FL

Wendy M.

5.0

Is a very special caregiver that always takes time to listen and always provides wonderful care and friendship! My son Matthew and I think she is the best!

- gayle C.

Wendy M.

5.0

Wendy (goes by Shaye) takes care of my 4 year old daughter with special needs and 2 year old son weekly. She is professional and caring. My kids look forward to seeing her and I feel completely comfortable with them in her care. She was willing to learn how to feed my daughter who is g-tube...

- Tember B.

Wendy M.

5.0

I really enjoyed my time with Shaye, but unfortunately, we are losing her outstanding care due to our family changes. Shaye has been remarkably professional, competent, and easy to work with. Her research prowess is evident in the detailed information she provides and the thoughtful questions she...

- Care member

Hayleigh R.

5.0

HAYLEIGH assisted with early mornings for my son. She would take him to school and also occasionally pick him up from school as needed. She is super friendly and very kind. I instantly felt at ease with her and trusted her to drive my son to school. She was excellent at communicating which is so...

- Sarah B.

Kathy A.

5.0

Kathy is a mature, dependable and responsible, loving and caring woman. I highly recommend her for any position. You will not be disappointed.

- Jennifer W.

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