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Sara H.


Montverde, FL

$13-20/hr1 yrs exp

Flexible Worker

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I have cared for my 10-year-old niece off and on since she has been born. I have a cousin with special needs who I see periodically every year and am very good with all types of children!
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Shanee T.


Apopka, FL

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with Seniors for over 10 years paid. My experiences are helping them with organizing, bathing, eating, in/out of bed, wheelchairs and Dr. appointments. I have worked for OCPS for seven years with special needs students and have grown to love what I do everyday. I'm passionate about my work because if I can help...
Shanee can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old Her duties were: - Light housekeeping - Laundry - Transportation (grocery store, medical appointments etc.) - Companionship Shanee is reliable, punctual and always has a...

Raynald M.

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Wendy M.


Clermont, FL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Attentive Caregiver With Special Needs Background

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. I have over seven years of experience supporting adults with special needs in leading independent, fulfilling lives. I provide compassionate assistance in the home, including cooking, cleaning, personal care, and medication reminders, as well as accompany individuals to...
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! As a mom to a wonderful 19-year-old son, I know firsthand how important it is to find a caregiver who is nurturing, patient, and engaging. My experience in caregiving includes working with children of all abilities, as well as providing companionship to special needs...
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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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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Abbie was fantastic. My pup needed some special care while I was out of town and I couldn’t have asked for a better person. She was very caring and loving toward him and he loved her. I was definitely nervous leaving my pup but she took every precaution and...

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Francesca D.


Apopka, FL

$25-37/hr10 yrs exp

3.7

(3)

Hi, I'm Francesca! I started out working with children/adults with special needs for about 10 months, and that was what sparked my interest in care-giving. I worked a variety of other jobs, before it lead me to working with seniors, which I did for about a year. I loved it so much I decided to get educated more about it, &...
Francesca can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Francesca was a very caring caregiver. She went above and beyond what was expected of her. I would highly reccomend her for a position as a caregiver."

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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
"Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in the medical field. She even cared for my pets when I had to travel. She checks on us regularly, and always goes above and...

Theresa F.

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Khadijah R.


Winter Garden, FL

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

I Would Love To Assist Your Family With Care!

Hello! My name is Khadijah (I also go by Lavonne. It's a bit easier to pronounce. ) I am trained and experienced in all things homecare. Over the years I've cared for many families elderly and childcare alike. I view each family that I assist as my own. My main goal is to provide a comfortable environment for you. I'm readily...
Khadijah can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Khadijah is always delightfully kind and caring. She is intuitive to the needs of those she cares for. She has been caring for my Mother for over two and a half years and is part of our family. Her cooking and baking are a delight to everyone's tastebuds. We...

Kimberly B.

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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. I have over seven years of experience supporting adults with special needs in leading independent, fulfilling lives. I provide compassionate assistance in the home, including cooking, cleaning, personal care, and medication reminders, as well as accompany individuals to...
Wendy can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, companionship
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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Gabriela B.


Ocoee, FL

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter With A Flexible Schedule! (Bilingual)

I have 6 years of experience in babysitting and tutoring. I've cared for children from ages 2-12, tutored for kids age 6-12, and also have experience with children of special needs. In my experience I've found that child care is one of the most rewarding jobs and has such a special place in my heart!
Gabriela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Gabriela was amazing with my 3 y/o son! They were so active and she was able to plan fun things for them to do together while my husband and I were away at work. With a flexible schedule and great work ethic, I could always rely on her! Bonus points for the humor...

Arianna C.

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Anjalie H.


Winter Garden, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Anjalie. I am a mother of 4 grown children and a proud grandma of an 11, 4 and 1-year-old. I had a license in-home child care business in California for 5 years then I moved to Florida in 1997 and worked for Hillsborough County School as a teacher's assistant for special needs children. I also worked for Head Start...
Anjalie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anjalie has been with our family for over 3 years. She started with us when our son was 3 months and has been with us while our family grew. Now she takes care of our two children, currently 1.5 yr and 3 yr old. We're unfortunately relocating for work so a new...

Jarred B.

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Gloria I.


Ocoee, FL

$13-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Gloria, I'm a grad student in being a midwife and have experience with being a Nanny the past three years. I have 8+ years of experience babysitting and nannying children ranging from one year to teens. My past job was for a family of two girls. I am creative, flexible, and love to be active, have some experience with...
Gloria can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gloria is a truly amazing babysitter and mothers helper. I hired her during my pregnancy for the extra help, she has been nothing but dependable, responsible, loving and helpful. She works from her heart and has always excel my expectations in her duties. She...

Josephine H.

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Mary B.


Winter Garden, FL

$25/hr20 yrs exp

Loving Mama-Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello Parents, I'm Mary. I have been mom for over 20 years. My son is in college & my daughter is in high school. I have my BS in psychology from UCF. (Go Knights!) I took extra elective classes in child development. I was an intern at UCP. I have worked with special needs children in areas of autism, CP, and downs. I worked...
Mary can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Mary to care for our little 5 year old guy last year and she has exceeded our expectations. She is loving, caring, silly, interactive and simply the best sitter we have ever had. You won't be disappointed"

Kim M.

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Ashley S.


Apopka, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a certified nursing assistant since 2008 I have worked with special needs since 2006. I also have a special needs child. I have two brothers that have disabilities. Working in DD waiver homes. Capable to do meds transferring any physical care needed. I have my certified nursing assistant medication Tech and one Tech...
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Cassie B.


Winter Garden, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Cassie, I am 26 years old and I have been in the area for over a year be two in June. I am an experienced babysitter, with 9 years of care giving under my belt. I am comfortable looking after newborns to early teens or special needs. I am looking for a full time job 7am-6 p.m. Monday through Friday I consider...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Extremely dependable and trustworthy & most importantly amazing with kids all ages."

Makayla J.

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Collette R.


Ocoee, FL

$13-18/hr

Happy And Helpful

Moved to Orlando from New Jersey in 2000. I have worked for 20 years and decided not to return after covid. I drive for Uber occasionally and take many patients to and from Dr appointments, we have great conversation and time together. I help them with their walkers, ect. Getting in and out of the vehicle. I have a special needs...
Collette can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
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Samuel M.


Apopka, FL

$15/hr

MS/HS Art Teacher Who Can Be Your Babysitter!

-As an art teacher for grades 7-12, I've learned how to supervise, lead, motivate, and have fun with a huge range of kids. -I have a knack for keeping the mood light and funny! -Have a decent amount of experience working with special needs kids! -Able to cook
Samuel can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
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Maria A.


Clermont, FL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Sister

I am 56 years old , and I have been care giver for 10 years, but the most important thing is that I have a younger sister than me 2 years and she has dawn syndrome, I have an autistic family and my experience is lifelong, I love my job and my patients, I also give music therapy, and I am also a stylist , if you give me the...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Izabelle! I grew up with two younger brothers, one of which has autism. Therefore, I have obtained a large patience when it comes to working with kids. I am looking for part-time or one-off nannying/babysitting jobs. I have cared for children from infant to 16 years with special needs. I have multiple...
Izabelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Yanique D.


Ocoee, FL

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Hey guys! My name is Yanique and I graduated from The Ohio State University. I moved from Ohio To Davenport. I run track and field as one of my profession and on the other hand I'm passionate about becoming an kindergarten teacher in the nearby future. Some of my greatest strengths are that I'm very energetic and patient. I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Montverde, FL

Shanee T.

5.0

We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old Her duties were: - Light housekeeping - Laundry - Transportation (grocery store, medical appointments etc.) - Companionship Shanee is reliable, punctual and always has a positive and friendly attitude. We...

- Raynald M.

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.

Abbie H.

5.0

Abbie was fantastic. My pup needed some special care while I was out of town and I couldn’t have asked for a better person. She was very caring and loving toward him and he loved her. I was definitely nervous leaving my pup but she took every precaution and communicated with me regularly to put my...

- Care member

Francesca D.

5.0

I have multiple sclerosis and am wheelchair bound. Francesca took excellent care of me for almost 5 years. She prepared all my meals. Helped me in and out of the shower/tub combo so I could shower. She is gentle, patient and caring.

- Care member

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