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Special needs caregivers in Newark, CA

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Wemerson R.


Mountain View, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Wonderful Nanny/older Brother For Your Kids

5.0

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Hi! 7-year experienced nanny, caring for all kinds of kids, including special needs. Currently, I care for a wonderful 4-year-old special needs child but am seeking a new opportunity for growth and better self-development. I believe in positive education and patience as key pillars for raising a child. I studied physical...
Wemerson can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time."

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David B.


Fremont, CA

$40-50/hr

Providing Exceptional Special Needs Services

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated provider of care for individuals with special needs, I prioritize mental stimulation, emotional satisfaction, and physical coaching through therapeutic activities and fitness opportunities. My focus is on developing personalized care plans and interventions for each person, centered on their unique needs and...
5.0
"We are incredibly grateful for the exceptional care and support that David provided to our special needs child for the past two years. From the moment we met David, we knew that our child would be in the best hands possible. We cannot praise him enough for his...

Claudia P.

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Barbara S.


Mountain View, CA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider, Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have many years experience working with persons with disabilities. Ages range from the NICU to adulthood. I have worked in group homes, independent living centers as staff and in management. Familiar with all aspects of Title 7. Worked with SARC, San Joaquin Regional Center. Experience in implementing IEP, IHP etc. CPR,...
5.0
"Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out...

Lee B.

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Melissa P.


Mountain View, CA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a hard working and energetic 32-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...
Melissa can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Melissa was great! She was very active with my 8 year old son. They played basketball, cooked together in the kitchen to make dinner, watched a movie etc, and when we got home she was upstairs reading him a book before bed. Would definitely recommend!"

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Teresa B.


Fremont, CA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

FUN AND RESPONSIBLE NANNY .

4.3

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Childcare-Director I have 15+ years experience with special needs children, ages 3 weeks to 10 years of age. I have 10 years experience working with infants and toddlers. Potty training, numbers, colors and all other age appropriate lessons. Huge fan of reading and outdoor activities-walks , park and library . If help is...
Teresa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Teri was with us for 3 caring for our family on a daily basis. Teri is responsible, professional, and a great support agent for kids and household activities. We moved out of state and as a result had to find a new caregiver at that time. She is great with infant...

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Raquel G.


Palo Alto, CA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I am a nanny in the San Carlos area looking for a kid to add to my Nanny share! I currently have a one and a half year-old boy and he's absolutely amazing! We go on daily adventures to museums, libraries, story times, and our favorite park hopping! If you are looking for childcare and not sure what avenue you...
5.0
"I hired Raquel initially to accompany my 5 year old son who is autistic to summer camp. I was afraid it was going to be a rough transition for him to go from his regular classroom to a new setting. But Raquel really did such an amazing job at helping him transition...

Alexandra V.

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Lilian M.


Menlo Park, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working as a family assistant for over 17 years also working as a night nurse with newborn. With my experience I have learned how fun working with all kind smart, curious, funny, challenging and special need kids. They have their own personality. I believe kids need patience fun, love and discipline. I believe a...
Lilian can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lilian, or Nini as well call her, has been with our family for almost 3 years and joined us when our first daughter was 4 months old. We have been extremely lucky to have Nini in our lives. We moved from CA to NY while Nini was with us and Nini offered to help with...

Todd P.

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Victoria K.


Mountain View, CA

$27-49/hr9 yrs exp

Seniors Caregiver.

I have 9 years of experience working with seniors and people with special needs of all ages at In-Home Supportive Services, Santa Clara County (since 2014). Completed the following courses: Tips for transfer Fisrt Aide Dementia Cancer Care Caregiver basics Caregiver support Emergency and disaster preparedness Falls...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hello, My name is Rebekah A and I would like to expand my services of child care to senior care. Although I only have experience with my own family (besides occasional volunteer work at Lytton Gardens reading to seniors), I have many years of experience with special needs care. This includes bathing, administering medication,...
Rebekah can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
I am very dependable and compassionate. I've always loved being around kids. . I am experienced working with special need kiddos. I can provide references if needed! Currently working for Palo Alto school district.
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Tj H.


Fremont, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare, Senior Care, Pet Care And More.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

10/4/24-Currently unavailable due to helping family affected by Hurricane Helene. Please check back later. Nanny (live-in optional) all domestic labor, housekeeping, childcare, pet care, and personal assistant - month to month agreements only. 20 + years experience. Organized, friendly, compassionate, respectful, and dutiful...
Tj can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mohutala F.


Palo Alto, CA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Love-Respect-Loyalty

Love- Respect-Loyalty I like caring for seniors because I find fulfillment in providing care for elderly and individuals with special needs. I'm looking for a job that I would be able to apply my experiences and skills into good use. I started caring for seniors for over 30 years now. In my spare time, I like to do...
Mohutala can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance
I have experience babysitting. I am reliable, patient, and creative. I have 3 younger siblings (5, 14, 17). I have cared for them since they were younger. I work for Premier Healthcare as a part-time job where I care for my brother who has special needs. I am CPR certified and First Aid certified. I love kids and enjoy playing...
Jacqueline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Shamjhana S.


Fremont, CA

$21-26/hr

Love Being Around Children

I am a mother of 9-year-old special needs child . I have been her full time caregiver for 5 years . I love children and helping him learn and grow
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Bo C.


Mountain View, CA

$25-45/hr

All Care Coordinator

I bring an extensive background of success in this field, along with qualifications which are required to make a positive impact in this role. I offer a combination of unique skills and competencies which I have developed through a lengthy and rewarding career. I have honed empathy and interpersonal communication while being...
Hello, I am a 4th year student at San Francisco State University studying psychology. I have worked with kids for almost 2 years ranging from 3-13 years old. I enjoy listening to music, watching movies/shows(especially Disney movies), cooking and finding new crafts(such as building different LEGO flower sets). I am CPR certified...
Desiree can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

I am a single mother. I raised 3adult kids already. One of my kid has ADD/ADHD. I would like to help young family to raise their kid.
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Telma S.


Redwood City, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Proactive Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Telma - I have been a nanny for over 15 years. Experience-wise, I have cared for infants through school age children as well as children with special needs, specifically Autism. I am bilingual, in both Spanish and English, nonsmoker person or any alcohol/drugs issues, I'm a USA citizen, current CPR, clean DMV record...
Telma can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Anascasia L.


Palo Alto, CA

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Be Patient

I have 6 years experience of being a caregiver. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds and I am passionate about helping people and providing compassionate care and support for those who need it particularly to elderly and individuals with special needs. I describe my personality as a respectful and loving person...
Anascasia can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
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Tanya A.


Palo Alto, CA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Big Sister!

I bring over 3 years of paid nanny experience with a high profile family. I have also been babysitting since I was 14 years old. Besides the professional expertise, I have invaluable personal experience as a big sister to 6-year-old twin brothers with Autism and ADHD. I have looked after all ages, ranging from infant to...
Tanya can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Newark, CA

Wemerson R.

5.0

Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time.

- Care member

David B.

4.0

David and his team members are passionate, confident and hard working. They are good with handling difficult behaviors. We enjoyed working with them for our child. I wish they could do in home sessions for but they don't provide those services.

- Shaista K.

Barbara S.

5.0

Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out of grief. Never have I had such a...

- Lee B.

Melissa P.

5.0

Melissa was great. She came through for our family when we were in a bind. Our need for child care was unique and at an awkward time (before school one morning) and Melissa showed up early and ready to go. She was great with my five year old son. I appreciated her last minute flexibility, good...

- Darren F.

Teresa B.

5.0

Terri has been with us for over a year, and she's been amazing! From taking care of our son as a baby to helping him grow into a chatty toddler, Terri has felt like part of our family. We're sad to see her go, but our little one is off to daycare for more peer interaction. Terri is super...

- Maggie Z.

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