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Alexis P.

Ocala, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
I have always had a passion for offering care and compassion to others. During the school year I work full time with special needs students of the most medically fragile population. I love my job and the joy it brings me interacting with each student everyday, I hope to graduate with my bachelors degree soon and become a special...
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Ocala, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
personal care
hospice services
respite care
dementia
I have a certificate in Health Care Administration. I have worked foe ADEC Industries with special needs clients. I have also worked for Home Instead and done Private duty. I have also done live in care taking of Seniors from 1995 to date. I have cared for hospice clients and family as well as dementia clients. I want to do all...
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Caregiver & Assistant

Ocala, FL

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Erica. I have experience supporting both children and adults with a range of special needs - including those on the autism spectrum, individuals with developmental delays, and elderly clients living with dementia or physical disabilities. I bring a calm, patient, and respectful presence to every situation, always working...
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Ocala, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have some special needs training my sister has diabetes with a pod and I know how to handle it. I have 4 younger siblings under the age of 8. I have babysat and worked in Sunday school with 2-3-year-olds since I was 12! I love working with kids
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Experienced Babysitter Available Full-Time!

Belleview, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I put my heart into everything that I do. I'm wise, respectful, and very dependable. I always provide nothing but the best care possible. From the start of high school I was a teachers aide. I dedicated my time each morning before school mentoring children who had failed the FCAT. After high school, I moved on to doing special...

Mary M. says "Heather is a responsible young adult, with much compassion and empathy for others."

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Anthony, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Nurturing children's growth and development is a true passion of mine. My 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, has equipped me with the skills to provide a safe and stimulating environment. I hold a graduate degree and maintain current First Aid Training and CPR Training. I'm...

Care Member says "Sarah has followed our family to 3 different states. She treats our three girls like her own and we absolutely love her; she is an extension of our...

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Silver Springs, FL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate & a great listener. I enjoy being around kids as I have five of my own with my last two being twin boys!! I'm looking to earn income by helping families on an ongoing or as needed basis. I started working with kids in my teen years. Parents in the neighborhood would...
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Silver Springs, FL

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$14/hr
25 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
home modification
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
With a decade dedicated to enriching the lives of adults and seniors, I'm a Licensed Practicing Nurse committed to providing compassionate and comprehensive care. My passion stems from a genuine desire to support well-being and independence, shaped by positive experiences in previous care roles. I offer services such as...
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Belleview, FL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Jessica I am a mom of three beautiful kids. 2 girls & 1 handsome boy. I love working with kids. As of right now, I am working with special needs kids. I have 2 years of experience. I used to work in customer service, but I discovered that I truly loved working with kids and ever since then I have been in this...
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Caregiver With Special Needs

Anthony, FL

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$10/hr
8 years experience
I enjoy being a caregiver and have patience with any age. I have worked in nursing homes and in private homes assisting those in need. I provided total care for bathing, feeding (by mouth or tube), preparing meals for special diets, mobility like walker, wheelchair, and Hoyer lifter to or from.
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Experienced Special Needs Provider Available Full-Time

Belleview, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I put my heart into everything that I do. I'm wise, respectful, and very dependable. I provide the best care possible. From past experience, I have taken care of children with special needs (O. D. D., Autism, Bi-Polar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Depression, Anxiety, and A. D. D./A. D. H. D.). I have also taken care of children in...
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Highly Experienced Caregiver

Belleview, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm a 33-year-old mom of three, a military wife, and a part-time vocal coach. I love to sing and previously performed for Disney. I have extensive childcare experience, beginning as a nanny in 2010. I later worked in a daycare center for three years and was an after-school teacher for K-12. Since 2017, I have continued...
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Citra, FL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate, courteous, prompt and dependable individual. I have worked in various fields of the medical field for 15+ years. I am experienced with senior care and all it entails. I have worked with Alzheimer's and dementia patient's as well as Parkinson's . I am experienced with showering, mobility issues, taking to...

Care Member says "Janice was amazing! My mother needed 24x7 care while I went on a business trip. Stay overnight? Yes. Light cooking? Of course. Drive my mom to a doctor...

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Summerfield, FL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have 8 years of experience baby sitting and doing other household chores. 7 years of house cleaning experience. I have worked for 3 years with special needs children ages from 1-18. I can help with Light Housekeeping, transportation, grocery shopping etc.
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Applied Behavioral Analysis Technician

Summerfield, FL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have experience working with children with disabilities and behavioral disorders. My experience work in autism spectrum disorder, ADD, ADHD, OCD, Depression, Anxiety, etc. I work on social skills, coping strategies, life skills, feeding, etc.
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Special Needs

The Villages, FL

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$15/hr
I was a special education teacher for 35 years in Massachusetts. I've worked with a wide range of disabilities, from severe to moderate disabilities and of all ages.
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Caring Compassionate

Summerfield, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
As time as a caregiver for 20 plus years I have been in alot of scenarios. Hospital, nursing homes, assisted livings, and homecare. As being trained at a vocational school we trained with all age groups with all different types of disabilities. I am located in Summerfield Florida. Married with no kids. My schedule is very...
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Senior Living Expert, Mom Of Special Needs.

Summerfield, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Errands
hospice services
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Available for light house keeping, errands, meal prep. Companion for seniors. My background is in all areas is senior living. Mom of special needs kids.
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Senior Care Provider

The Villages, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
personal care
dementia
respite care
companionship
I was a special needs teacher for 35 years, I'm patient and reliable. Helping the elderly is rewarding and wonderful. I want families to know their loved ones are in good hands. I am CPR and AED certified.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.40/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Ocala, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Ocala, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Heather V.

Heather is a responsible young adult, with much compassion and empathy for others.

- Mary M.

Sarah G.

Sarah has followed our family to 3 different states. She treats our three girls like her own and we absolutely love her; she is an extension...

- Care member

Janice D.

Janice was amazing! My mother needed 24x7 care while I went on a business trip. Stay overnight? Yes. Light cooking? Of course. Drive my mom...

- Care member

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