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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

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Joismara P.


Buford, GA

$18-21/hr1 yrs exp

4.0

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
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, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, 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.


Buford, GA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family 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, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Christina worked with me as an assistant but was much more. She is reliable, hard working, encouraging, and always put the care of the children first. When I couldn't be there I always trusted her to do a good job and keep things running smoothly."

April S.

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Arizbeth T.


Gainesville, GA

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In my eyes everyone is special and should be treated with respect. I volunteered as a peer partner in high school and loved every minute of it. I now babysit a little boy from time to time with Down syndrome, he makes my day ever time I get to see him. Under my care, your love one will be safe and with good company!
5.0
"Arizabeth is a very energetic, pleasant and outgoing person who enjoys helping others. No task seems too large for her. I was very pleased with her work and enjoyed her company. She is very trustworthy and conscientious. I know some other people she worked for...

Ann B.

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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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"She worked for my family for almost 2 years, from my daughter was 5 months until her second birthday. She was VERY reliable and accommodating. She has a special gift/knack for caring for kids and we were blessed to find her. She also transitioned well from taking...

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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 .
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Darene T.


Gainesville, GA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

ASD Experience Care Giver With Coaching Credentials

I have 10+ years of experience working with children and youth on the Autism spectrum with behaviors. I am familiar with ABA therapy and enjoy working with children with disabilities. I am also a youth basketball coach which enhances my experience with structure and skill development.
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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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...
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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...
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands, transportation

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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.

Arizbeth T.

5.0

Arizabeth is a very energetic, pleasant and outgoing person who enjoys helping others. No task seems too large for her. I was very pleased with her work and enjoyed her company. She is very trustworthy and conscientious. I know some other people she worked for also, and they were all pleased...

- Ann B.

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