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Maggie C.


Owosso, MI

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Caretaker

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I also have quite a bit of experience working with special needs. I am have multiple family members with autism one of whom is nearly non verbal and very developmentally delayed. I have cared for her many times and love to spend time with her and learn to communicate in different ways. I also participated in links in high school...
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Shanda R.


Owosso, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Caregiver Available

I worked for the Lawrence county early childhood center in Lawrence County Ohio for over three years as a child care worker in the infant/toddler room, occasionally subbing in the preschool age rooms. My daily tasks included changing, feeding, nap time, aiding in potty training, and scheduling and following through with age...
Shanda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Jenifer R.


Corunna, MI

$11-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

3.8

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the oldest of four siblings and I have an 17-year-old special needs son and a 2-year-old daughter. I have over 25 years experience as a child care provider, babysitter, nanny, caregiver and respite care worker. I have experience with children from birth up to adulthood. I have experience with special needs and normally...
Jenifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jenifer was the best nanny we ever had. She would go the extra mile by ensuring the house was always picked up, the kids homework was completed and the dogs were fed. She was very reliable and flexible. We are sad that we moved away and couldn't bring her with us."

Annie N.

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Jenifer R.


Corunna, MI

$11-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider

I'm the oldest of four siblings, I have an 11-year-old and I have over 18 years experience as a childcare provider, babysitter, nanny and respite care worker. I have experience with children from birth up to 11 years old; experience with special needs and normally developing children. I am CPR certified and have experience with...
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Elizabeth M.


Henderson, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Reliable Sitter!

Hello, I my name is Elizabeth and I am a single mom. I am available every other weekend and rotating nights through the week (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, Friday every other week). I currently work full time so I would not be available until after 5 on the weekdays, but am available until late hours if needed. I am joining...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Janet C.


Swartz Creek, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with babies, children and children with special needs. I am a very loving, caring and energetic person. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I love kids of all ages. I enjoy reading to children, music, arts and crafts and sports as well as having fun with them. I love to cook. I have endless energy. Housekeeping and...
Janet can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Janet took care of my little boy like her own. She was always reliable given that we had odd and long working hours. She was always ready to step up when I was running late or had last minute emergencies. She never called in sick! She is like family to us and we...

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Veronica M.


Swartz Creek, MI

$20-300/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Innovator For All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Over the past 8 years, I have realized my passion is with children. I have worked closely with special needs individuals and have watched multiple children ages 3 months to 16 years old over the years. The best part about working with children is that every day is a new experience for them and with them. My goal is to become...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
5.0
"Veronica has been working with us since the end of Sep 2020. She is great at communicating with us and our kids. She is flexible and has become like a family member. Our kids love her. She helps them with virtual school, arts and crafts and has them clean up their...

Anthony L.

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Mariah M.


Saint Charles, MI

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Home Health Aide, Babysitter, Pet Sitter, Etc.

Hi, I'm Mariah! I'm 20 years old, and have worked in the medical field caring for elderly and special needs for approximately 5 years. I have worked with Hospice, in adult foster care, and nursing homes a majority of that time. I currently attend Delta college, studying nursing. I am first aid, CPR, AED, BLS certified. I enjoy...
Mariah can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Larena B.


Bannister, MI

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

I have had lots of experience with caring for elderly. I have experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, and disabled clients. I have always treated my clients as if they were family. I will go above and beyond for your family. I have never had any complaints with the way I care for anyone. I am reliable, and trustworthy. I have...
Larena can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep & more
My name is Tia. I'm a mom of 2 kids ages 11 and 8. I have over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have worked with children who have had special needs and needed physical and occupational therapy exercises. I'm reliable, trustworthy, caring, creative and energetic. I love engaging with children and helping...
Christina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Early Education

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Megan H.


Flushing, MI

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Can Work Any Time Tuesdays, Thursday S, And Fridays! (Weekends If Needed)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 6+ years of childcare experience & 4 years working as a CNA. My current job responsibilities include: -Ensure the safety of the children -Tend to the children's basic needs -Administer medicine as directed by Employer -Prepare Meals -Research, plan, participate, and supervise activities with children -Transport children...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Ida L.


Swartz Creek, MI

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

I find myself being fulfilled with helping children create their sense of confidence in themselves. Helping them cultivate life skills that they will carry into adulthood. I have 10 years of experience helping care for a complex special needs child. Also, I was the handler for a service dog of 8 years.
Ida can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Helen T.


Swartz Creek, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Are Blessings!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Helen. I'm a newly retired Police Officer who is highly trained in many areas. CPR to Executive Protection Training. I also have 22 nieces and nephews that I have helped raise along with my step children. Since Retiring I have been blessed to Nanny/Babysit many children from Newborns to Teenagers, including...
Helen can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I can’t say enough positive things about Helen. I believe that the universe brings people into your life exactly when you need them. We were in a pinch to find a nanny after our then current nanny found a full-time position. Helen literally came to our rescue. She...

Nicole G.

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Larena B.


Bannister, MI

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I am married and have four children of my own. My oldest is special needs. I have always helped with other children even way before I had children of my own. I've always enjoyed helping people. I am a reliable, trustworthy Christian mom.
Larena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lisa G.


Montrose, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Caregiver

Hello, I am a Mother of 5, and Grand Mother of 10+ I have had at least 20 years of paid experience, and 38 years of unpaid experience. I have worked throughout the years with both (elderly with special needs and children) I am proficient in almost all elderly care needs. Dementia, Alzheimer's, wound care etc. What I do not...
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Sarah K.


Swartz Creek, MI

$15-22/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

Hi families !! I'm 26 and living in Troy, MI. Working with the Special Needs Children has taught me increased patience, extra attention and unconditional love for them. I have nannied for twins up north. I went to Michigan College of Beauty for my Esthetician license Also called a Skin- Therapist who specializes in skin...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Tracy M.


Perry, MI

$20-49/hr6 yrs exp

I worked in a low functioning home through Community Mental Health for 3 years, then transferred into a lockdown unit for severe alzheimer's and dementia patients. I was a shift lead and med passer for 2 years. I also worked for an in home care company for a few years, taking care of both adults and children with handicaps both...
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Karah B.


Haslett, MI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have a leadership position at a therapy center specializing working with kids with autism. This job is my passion and I'm looking for a little extra income and would love for that to also be doing what I love. I also have a teaching degree and certificate and have taught elementary school.
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Janet C.


Swartz Creek, MI

$13-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have had over 10 years experience caring for a child diagnosed with Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cognitive Disabilities as well as Development and Speech Delays. I love her as my own child. She recently had to move to Florida to live with her mother. So I am now available to care for another child. I am very loving,...
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Dawn W.


Montrose, MI

$18/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Looking To Make A Difference In A Seniors Life.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have fostered and adopted special needs children. I have also done elder care for my parents for over 10 years. I also helped take care of a loved one til the day before he passed and went to hospice house. I've also done in home care for clients. I'm available part time asking for $18-$20 an hour. I want to make a difference...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning, personal care, companionship & more
5.0
"Dawn has been our Angel. She cared for my mother with a lot of love and kindness until she reached a point to when Mom needed to be moved into a care home. She has a great deal of empathy and compassion and was helpful in so many ways. She communicated frequently...

Al S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Owosso, MI

Jenifer R.

5.0

Jenifer was among a few prospective childcare providers. She, by far, exceeded the others in communication. Very prompt in response and open to honest discussion. We did not hire her simply because we were blessed with family being able to help us out unexpectedly. We think she may have been a great...

- Bobbi F.

Janet C.

5.0

Jan is absolutely wonderful! She was my daughter's caregiver for 8 years, and quickly became family. Jan is very loving, caring, and so very patient, which was necessary with our special needs daughter. She went above and beyond to make herself available and loved our daughter as one of her own....

- Care member

Veronica M.

5.0

Veronica has been caring for my children for several months now, and I would absolutely recommend her. Veronica is thoughtful and patient with my 2yo and 6yo. My youngest gave her a hard time early on refusing to nap for her. But Veronica was super patient with my kiddo's exhausted frustrations and...

- Kate I.

Helen T.

5.0

I can’t say enough positive things about Helen. I believe that the universe brings people into your life exactly when you need them. We were in a pinch to find a nanny after our then current nanny found a full-time position. Helen literally came to our rescue. She is prompt, professional, kind and...

- Nicole G.

Dawn W.

5.0

She is very very helpful with everything

- Robert K.

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