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Special needs caregivers in Oak Park, MI
Lachelle L.
Oak Park, MI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
15 + years experience in the medical field as a medical assistant, client care advocate, licensed practical nurse in a home care setting, skilled nursing facility and in a school setting.
Petagay M.
Oak Park, MI
$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have three children of my own . So I know I'm an outstanding candidate for a sitter , I've worked with Expert Care taking care of children with special needs . I love kids and enjoy working with them and making them happy just to see a smile on there face just makes my day . And also helping the parents with meal prep and...
Petagay can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
I'd describe my personality as
Caring
Confident
Funny
I like working with kids because it has always been my life long passion, I love making life easier for parents! I'm a parent myself and I feel like taking in other families ways of doing things help me also be a better mom!
I'm looking for a job that I can become apart...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
lacinda D.
Oak Park, MI
$17/hr • 6 yrs exp
I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for helping children grow and learn. Tending to kids has been second nature to me since I grew up in a household where my mom ran a daycare. I've always been drawn to children, especially those with special needs, and find that they bring a unique and valuable perspective to life.
My...
lacinda can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Latia M.
Ferndale, MI
$11-50/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Latia. I have 9 years experience with assisting special needs care and home health care. With the experience I have picked up along the way, it makes it really natural and fun for me to work with individuals with special needs. I am a great companion, who happens to enjoy what I do. I am always positive. Very...
5.0
"She's very dependable, patient, and positive. We love having her around. "
DiAngelo W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for over 20 years in domestic and school settings. My experience is with children of all ages, but I feel that I work best with toddlers - teenagers. I have also cared for children with special needs including: Autism, ADD, ADHD, EI, EMI, schizophrenia. I simply love children and I enjoy helping them reach their...
Sari can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Haven't met her yet but she appears to be prompt, responsible and capable."
Jill N.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Sandra , I have aided several seniors by providing practical help along with companionship. I have cared for clients whose loved ones were diagnosed with Alzheimer's and Dementia I have aided my seniors with organizing, guiding and helping them with physical exercises. I also engage them in mental stimulation by means...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"Sandra was very engaging, and kind. She brought crafts and games to keep my Mom's mind challenged. She was great after Mom's knee surgery, bringing special knee ice wraps, and managing her pain and medications."
Valerie R.
5.0
(1)
My name is Kim. I have over 15 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, and I love working with children more than most things in life. I have experience with a multitude of special needs, I'm highly creative, attentive, and always on time.
I am the oldest of 10, so although I have years of paid experience, I've been...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim was a great match for our family. I have a rambunctious toddler and a teething infant. It's important to me to have someone who is patient and trustworthy. I love Kim's gentle redirect approach to the big feelings and that she has an activity ready any day...
Suhaily F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 1 yr and half experience working with autistic children ages 3, 4, And 8 yr old. I did ABA therapy with them.
5.0
"I hired Brittany to care for my adult son diagnosed with autism. She was both compassionate, trained, and professional. Her experience with ABA therapy was a huge plus."
Andrea W.
Levita C.
Detroit, MI
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Or Full Time Female Health Care Worker Caring For People With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience providing care to adults, teenagers and children who are mentally impaired, developmentally disabled, physically disabled, down syndrome, seizure disorder, ASD, traumatic brain injury and people who have ADHD for the last 25 years. I'm WCLS and MORC trained with medication administration skills as well as CPR...
5.0
"Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our family and I would definitely contact Levita for future needs! "
Nicole R.
Dorota M.
Warren, MI
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a practicing nurse for over 20 years. I believe that my previous experience as well as my passion of helping people makes me a perfect candidate for special needs children. Not only do I enjoy being with children, I especially care about children who require special care.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have skills in working with special needs children/young adults with my 18 years experience as a teacher, case manager, program/behavioral consultant, etc. Over my career span, I have provided services for just about all types of disabled children and young adults.
5.0
(1)
I've been a full time mother, caregiver, of a special needs child for 21 years. I am a Nationally certified Medical assistant for 12 years, when covid hit I was a semester from receiving my nursing license. unfortunately due to injury, I'm unable to continue with that path in life.
I'd describe my personality as empathetic,...
Julie can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"My sister had hired Julie to take care of my father when he went into hospice. She was very caring, attentive and advocated for my father. She made sure that he was clean, medication was given on time and had food/water when he was hungry/thirsty. She kept...
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Heaven A.
Detroit, MI
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have a great deal of experience babysitting and tutoring. I have worked with children with special needs such as autism, and have tutored in ESL, basic reading, writing, math, and science. Some of the activities I love to do with kids are telling stories, arts and crafts, and dance parties! I have also been extremely...
Heaven can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Heavenlee cared for my two boys for a few years, and we could not have been happier. She was always on time, high energy, and happy to work with our family. She made sure the boys were entertained, active, and most importantly, safe. I highly recommend Heavenlee to...
Monique S.
Lauren Z.
Clawson, MI
$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My names Lauren, I have taken care of children from newborns to 22 years of age, with and without special needs. I love to plan fun activities and trips to make sure all children have fun. I can cook and clean, I also have reliable transportation, making sure your child is safe and taken care of is my number one goal! All...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Just love her!! Lucky to have a great nanny for my 5 month year old daughter!"
Michelle C.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Cory. I have been working with the elderly, the terminally ill, & adults & children with disabilities since 2011. I have worked in many different environments including nursing facilities, hospice centers, & in clients own homes. My last place of employment was Agrace Hospice-care in Wisconsin, where I...
Cory can also help with: Companionship, respite care, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Excellent caregiver for my mother with Alzheimer's. He is patient, kind, and caring. I cannot say enough about how much of a help and a blessing he has been to our family!"
Lisa H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
am an active, creative, reliable, patient, and fun caretaker for your children! I am now in my second year as a kindergarten teacher in Belleville MI.
I have had 8 years of combined education and experience with children aged 3 months to children with special needs aged 20+. I am also CPR and first aid...
Sofia can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"What an amazing young woman! Fun-loving, joyful and with a servant's heart!"
Blythe B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Allison and I am 25 years old and looking for a part time nannying job.
My experience:
- I have been babysitting/nannying since for 10 years from ages 4 months - 13 years
- I spend my summers in Montana working in the children's program of a dude ranch with ages 3 +
-I did one year in New Zealand as a live in...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Allie was absolutely wonderful and our daughter ADORED her. We miss her greatly and would recommend her to anyone!"
Jackie C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced Hospice and Home Care Registered Nurse. I have an extensive work background with individuals affected by Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke and Dementia. Prior experience as Program Nurse for Oakland Schools' severely and multiply impaired population (SMI/SXI) and Camp Nurse. The camp is a summer residential...
5.0
(1)
I have worked with special needs children from the ages 3-18 years old. My experiences include: I watched a 17-year-old boy who has the mind of a 2-year-old. I did everything for him. I have also worked with a boy with Down Syndrome, I have also volunteered in a special education school since 2011 where I worked with special...
5.0
"The fact that there was a reply was great!"
Mike C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oak Park, MI
Latia M.
5.0
She's very dependable, patient, and positive. We love having her around.
- DiAngelo W.
Sari W.
5.0
Haven't met her yet but she appears to be prompt, responsible and capable.
- Jill N.
Sandra D.
5.0
Sandra was very engaging, and kind. She brought crafts and games to keep my Mom's mind challenged. She was great after Mom's knee surgery, bringing special knee ice wraps, and managing her pain and medications.
- Valerie R.
Kimberly K.
5.0
Kim was a great match for our family. I have a rambunctious toddler and a teething infant. It's important to me to have someone who is patient and trustworthy. I love Kim's gentle redirect approach to the big feelings and that she has an activity ready any day they are with her. I've had Kim over...
- Suhaily F.
Brittney L.
5.0
I hired Brittany to care for my adult son diagnosed with autism. She was both compassionate, trained, and professional. Her experience with ABA therapy was a huge plus.
- Andrea W.
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