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Hope B.


Osteen, FL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

RBT Looking For Extra Income

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Currently working as an RBT at a K-12 school & I love making a difference in people's lives daily which is why I'm an RBT !
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Crystal D.


Edgewater, FL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I've been caregiving for babies/children for about 4 years. Prior to that I was a stay at home mom with my son, he's now in the 6th grade. I also have a daughter attending college. I do have experience with caring for more than one child at a time as well as some special needs experience. I'd love the opportunity to get to...
5.0
"I have three kids that are 7, 5, and 2. Crystal did great caring for them. She worked long hours and was responsible for meals as well. She helped my daughter with homework and planned fun activities with them. She was always reachable and would respond to my...

Jennifer J.

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Jennifer M.


Deltona, FL

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

Hello, my name is Jennifer. I was a care giver for about two years part-time for an elderly woman that had dementia and Parkinson's as well as a caregiver for a year for an elderly man with special needs. I also used to volunteer in several nursing homes. I enjoy working with the elderly and assisting them with their daily...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, errands, personal care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Jennifer is well educated, professional, patient, compassionate and a blessing. She didn't just try to provide basic care needs for my grandmother who had Parkinson's & dementia, Jennifer engaged her."

Dawn L.

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Satyamattie A.


Deltona, FL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Florita and I have experience working with autistic and special needs children from 2-year-olds to 15-year-olds. I have worked part-time with three families in Florida for over five years. I love helping people and kids and feel good about what I do which is help children grow and not just babysit them. I have worked...
5.0
"Florita (for short) is an amazing caretaker. We hired Florita to stay overnight with our 2month old. As parents to a newborn, and a toddler, we were able to get some much needed rest several nights a week, knowing that our baby was in amazing hands. Florita took...

Krizia E.

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Jennifer M.


Deltona, FL

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had a passion to care for children with disabilities since I was in high school, when I volunteered in the Best Buddies club. I also have a cousin who has autism and I enjoyed spending time with her growing up. I teach students with special needs in Orange County. I have experience working with students with autism,...
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Ivana B.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Baby Sitter/ Nanny/ Pediatric Massage Therapist/ Elder Caregiver/ Special Needs/ Housekeeper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny, pediatric massage therapist, caregiver and housekeeper. I care for your child and house as it was mine and for your elders as they were my parents. I believe that kids are the happiness of a home and the elderlies are reservoirs of knowledge and experience, critical for preserving history, traditions,...
Ivana can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Patricia S.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver For Developmentally Disabled

I have worked with the developmentally disabled in residential homes and in-home. I am familiar with the difficulties this population has in social atmospheres and I am informed about possible behavioral issues that might arise. I am currently working with a women who has spina bifida as a companion and personal care attendant.
5.0
"Pat took wonderful care of my elderly father. She is a lovely woman and I highly recommend her. "

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Sheridan S.


Deltona, FL

$13-16/hr10 yrs exp

I am a very compassionate CNA that has experience with caring for children of all ages and special needs children as well.
Sheridan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Heather L.


New Smyrna Beach, FL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Awesome Caregiver Who's Worked With Lots Of Kids And Also Special Needs Adults

I have been my sisters nanny in the past as well as taken care of an adult who is Deaf and has Cerebral Palsy, I was a live in caregiver for him for 10 years. I know some ASL although I need to take more classes to refresh my skills. I'm great with seniors and kids both. I love to listen to their stories, I'm pretty good with...
Heather can also help with: Companionship, transportation, respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
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Stephanie O.


Edgewater, FL

$13-50/hr20 yrs exp

Fantastic Addition To Any Family That Needs Loving Care And Attention.

Unique, Dependable, Honest & Trustworthy Woman I'd describe my personality as Honest, Sincerest & Hardworking I like working with kids because I had the opportunity to raise an Autustic Brother since I was 13 years old. I'm looking for a job that I feel a "family like atmosphere" where immediate impact in helping someone &...
I am the oldest of two sisters (ages 20 and 10) and we are all very close. I love to serve and take care of people with excellence and diligence. I LOVE children! I serve in the children's ministry at my church and help care for ages 0-11. I am very passionate about children/people who get over stimulated easily and have special...
Victoria can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Sheridan S.


Deltona, FL

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

About Me

Hi my name is Sheridan, I am a CNA and have been for 16 years. I have experience in the long-term care, assisted-living, dementia unit, special needs pediatrics, and hospital settings. I have a résumé that's more detailed. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
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Andrea Marie K.


Edgewater, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hi! My name is Andrea, some in the community call me "Ann". I have been working as a caregiver/home heath aide with special needs/elderly for the past 15 years. The ages have varied from 2-95 years old. Some of my job responsibilities include, companionship, Medication Administration, light house cleaning, running errands,...
Andrea Marie can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Jodi H.


Deltona, FL

$13-20/hr6 yrs exp

Mature, Caring, And Reliable Personal Care Attendant

Hello, I am fairly new to Florida. I moved here in late 2010 from Vermont. My husband and I and our two small dogs reside in Deltona. I would like to continue and enjoy working and helping others. While my profession was as a civil servant, I have in the past cared for the elderly and maintained a part-time position caring...
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Mackenzie M.


Deltona, FL

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

I started working with kids when I was 11 years old for like volunteering at my church, I started to love it and have a passion for kids! At 13 I got hired by my church for an event child care worker for a couple hours. Parents started asking me for when I was available and if I could watch their kids at their own house for date...
Mackenzie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
I have more then 10 years experience. My nephew who is 17 has spectrum autism I helped my brother and his wife help him grow. He has sensory issues, anger issues authority issues now since I have been in his life things have minimized a lot.
I am very passionate about people with special needs. I will be honest, I don't have any degrees or extensive training in this area, and it is something I'd love to learn more and more about. I serve at my church in the children's ministry, and the children that come in with special needs, are so extremely precious to my heart....
I am an Lpn currently awaiting my nursing license for Florida as I have relocated from Pennsylvania and have had to apply for Florida state. Looking for work at this time. Worked for BAYADA Peds for 7 years with childrens with Autism, CP, Seizure disorders, incontinence, g tube feedings ect. CPR certified. I look forward to...
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Laura D.


Deltona, FL

$13-15/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional Short-term Help With Seniors Or Pets

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a retired special needs para educator with over 20 years experience in working with children. These days I am much more suited to care for the elderly or tend to your pets when needed. I currently work full time in a dental lab, therefore I would be available on weekends or some evenings. I love art and paint on canvas as...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Andrea Marie K.


Edgewater, FL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! I have been working as a caregiver with special needs/elderly for the past 8 years. The ages have varied from 2-95 years old. Some of my job responsibilities include Medication Administration, light house cleaning, running errands, bathing, oral hygiene, taking my clients out in the community, and overall heath and safety....
Andrea Marie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Osteen, FL

Crystal D.

5.0

I proudly recommend Crystal who has watched my son for the last year on a full time basis. Crystal had a calm yet reassuring presence about her when we first met for an interview. My husband and I instantly knew that she would be a great fit for our family. Over the last year, Crystal has become...

- Lacey S.

Jennifer M.

5.0

Jennifer is well educated, professional, patient, compassionate and a blessing. She didn't just try to provide basic care needs for my grandmother who had Parkinson's & dementia, Jennifer engaged her.

- Dawn L.

Satyamattie A.

5.0

Florita (for short) is an amazing caretaker. We hired Florita to stay overnight with our 2month old. As parents to a newborn, and a toddler, we were able to get some much needed rest several nights a week, knowing that our baby was in amazing hands. Florita took care of our newborn like he was her...

- Krizia E.

Patricia S.

5.0

Pat took wonderful care of my elderly father. She is a lovely woman and I highly recommend her.

- Care member

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