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Special needs caregivers in Oakwood, GA

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Kayla C.


Oakwood, GA

$10-15/hr12 yrs exp

Newborn Mom Ready To Help You & Your Little One

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 31 years old (2/7/93). My name is Kayla. I live in the Oakwood, GA area, by the UNG Gainesville campus. I have experience working with children aged newborn to 10 years old. I have a newborn and would love to be able to take him with me he's a month old (10/9/24). I received the flu shot, Covid vaccine, & TDAP during my...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Joismara P.


Buford, GA

$18-21/hr1 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and helpful I like caring for people with special needs because they bring joy to me although sometimes we can't actually communicate with each other I like how we communicate in our own way. I love bonding with them it's different to me. I'm looking for a job that can be fun and...
Joismara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

4.0
"I can’t find a way to speak to anyone. VERY FRUSTRATING I have many questions! Website is not working for me "

Maria L.

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Chrisshuna P.


Gainesville, GA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant with 13 years of experience. I have worked in hospital settings, nursing homes, assisting living homes, and home health. I'm CPR certified. Medication Aid certificated through the state of Ga. I enjoy working with elderly! I have a PASSION for the job that I do. My motto for taking care of your...
5.0
"Chrisshuna took great care of my mother. She treated my mother with kindness and respect during her recovery and was always on time and dependable."

David B.

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Cindy K.


Flowery Branch, GA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Reliable, Dependable Senior Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been passionate about providing the absolute best quality care for seniors for the past 25 years of my life. I began my journey as a caregiver when my mother in law needed daily and consistent homecare for diabetes and copd for the 9 months she stayed with us. Since then, I've furthered my education in medical assistance...
Cindy can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Cindy was a great caregiver for my mother. She handle a very difficult situation professionally and with great care. She has become part of our family. I recommend her highly."

Scott F.

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Kristina D.


Flowery Branch, GA

$21-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kristina. I'm 30 years old and I absolutely love children. I have been working with children from newborn to 18 for over 18 years. I started babysitting at 12 years old. I was a nanny for a summer in high school for one of my teachers, who also used me off and on for the next few years. I have been professionally...
Kristina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kristina has been our nanny for 4.5 years and has become part of our family. We are so sad for her to leave as we transition to new phases in our lives. Kristina is extremely patient with children and very creative with activities/crafts. We have always felt...

Dean C.

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Makayla R.


Flowery Branch, GA

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

I have been babysitting and nannying for over 5 years. I have cared for up to 6 children at a time. Babies, toddler, school age. I am a responsible young adult who loves kids! On top of kids, I am also experienced with taking care of household pets, as well as helping with light housekeeping. I have been responsible for carpool,...
Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
5.0
"Makayla has a passion for taking care of people and animals! I have seen her work with children with and without special needs. She is kind and compassionate to everyone she meets. Makayla is responsible when it comes to caring for both children and pets. I have...

Sarrah N.

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Mary Helen S.


Flowery Branch, GA

$35-43/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Fun, Caring And Understanding Provider.

I have a heartfelt understanding on how hard it is to leave your child with a provider that yot do not know. My childcare career started when I created/directed a daycare business that was successful for 13yrs. Presently a nanny for 2wonderful families, caring for twins since 2mos&another child since4mos(3infant at once)I do...
Mary Helen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Mary Helen has been an invaluable part of our family as a nanny in a nanny share arrangement for our son since he was four months old. She is the prime example of a reliable, trustworthy, patient, and loving caregiver. She was able to provide the utmost care for...

Jessica T.

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Becki B.


Gainesville, GA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Patient And Kind Teacher!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have taught at the primary level for 5 years and am the Mother of two extraordinary, special needs children. I am an all star with pets, both dogs and cats. In April, I was re-certified as a safe adult for children and vulnerable adults, have been background checked and fingerprinted. I am a non-smoker and college educated....
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Mia S.


Gainesville, GA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Mia and I have worked in the nursing field for over 20 years I am a very responsible person and very caring. I take pride in what I know to do best. I can perform all: -Hygiene -Bathing -Cooking -Feeding -Shopping -Exercising -Following physical therapist orders -Cleaning house when needed -Laundry -Using a Hoyer...
5.0
"Mia has worked with us for 3 years and has been an amazing sitter for my daughter. She truly enjoys hanging out with her! She assisted with bathroom needs, transferring, preparing meals and helped around the house! We were so blessed to have her and will miss her...

Ginger H.

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Maria R.


Buford, GA

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Care You Can Rely On

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maria, 49 yrs old. I have many years of experience as a caregiver. This gives me the ability to understand the need of the family and how important the caregiver functions to help the client do his/hers daily task. Dependable, responsible and love is part of my strength in this area of job. I have a license...
5.0
"Maria is great. Very professional including having professional credentials. She is also kind, helpful and caring. I will ask her to help me again if I need help."

Jo B.

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Julie I.


Buford, GA

$28-30/hr

Experience With Special Needs

I am also available to provide assistance to the special needs community. I am educated from my personal experience having a child with learning differences and various medical conditions. She is going off to college in the fall and would love the opportunity to help .
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Donna P.


Buford, GA

$20/hr2 yrs exp

As a babysitter, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of young minds. With two years of experience and a deep-rooted love for children, I find immense joy in making a positive impact on their lives. My kind, calm, and patient demeanor allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I believe in open...
Donna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

My name is Gwendolyn , and I am Deaf. I have special needs, daughter, and I'm currently a full-time caregiver to my client, who is autism after 2 p.m. I have 5 years of experience as a caregiver. I love to help and give the quality of life to special needs child and elders in their capability.
Gwendolyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience working with children with special needs, such as autism, and down syndrome. I am very comfortable caring for children with physical disabilities as well.
Monique can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

I provided after-school care for a 5-year-old special needs child with ADHD. I assisted him with homework and engaged in school-based interventions and social skills training.
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Annah C.


Gainesville, GA

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced And Responsible Sitter!

Hello! I have a degree from the University of North Georgia and I am currently working as an ABA therapist for children with special needs. On my off days or weeks I am looking to fill in my time by adding new kiddos to my schedule! I was a nanny for years during my undergraduate degree and I would be happy to be your childcare...
Annah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Brianna S.


Buford, GA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs!

I have experienced working with children with special needs. I worked at Tender Ones Therapy Services and am CPR/ First Aid, and fire safety certified. I have worked with people with an extremely high need for car and also with adults and children who do not require as extensive care. In general I feel as if in order to be a...
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Jacquelynn B.


Gainesville, GA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Able, Willing And Compassionate

I got my CNA license when I was 17 years old. My first job was working in a nursing home for patients with multiple types of disabilities, not just elderly. I am familiar with different types of lifts and transfers, bathing, and feeding. I am currently working with Home Instead but, looking for better a better opportunity...
People with special needs are angels that God sends us to give us smiles, and beautiful experiences. I am a very cheerful person who enjoys spending time with people of special needs, make them smile and share beautiful moments
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Aimee E.


Flowery Branch, GA

$15/hr

Responsible & Gentle Assistance

As a mother of three with a special needs daughter, I know what it takes to thoroughly care for those with critical needs and delicate medical situations. I am a loving, honest, dedicated individual who loves to help others.
Aimee can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, respite care, errands

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oakwood, GA

Joismara P.

4.0

I can’t find a way to speak to anyone. VERY FRUSTRATING I have many questions! Website is not working for me

- Maria L.

Chrisshuna P.

5.0

Chrisshuna took great care of my mother. She treated my mother with kindness and respect during her recovery and was always on time and dependable.

- David B.

Cindy K.

5.0

Cindy was of the most help to my mother and our family. She was very knowledgeable. She provided our family with direction and advise on how to take care of our mother when she was not there. She was always positive with our mother and the family. I would highly recommend Cindy. Her calling...

- Doug B.

Kristina D.

5.0

Kristina has been our nanny for 4.5 years and has become part of our family. We are so sad for her to leave as we transition to new phases in our lives. Kristina is extremely patient with children and very creative with activities/crafts. We have always felt very safe with our daughter being in...

- Dean C.

Makayla R.

5.0

Makayla has a passion for taking care of people and animals! I have seen her work with children with and without special needs. She is kind and compassionate to everyone she meets. Makayla is responsible when it comes to caring for both children and pets. I have seen her take care of dogs, cats,...

- Sarrah N.

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