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Special needs caregivers in Pacoima, CA

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April C.


Van Nuys, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Have 10 Years Of Experience

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been caring for people in need for more than 10 years now and I enjoyed doing it. I finish my LVN in summit college in Anaheim and it was such a challenge and interesting course.
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Martha A.


Granada Hills, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

52-year-old 23 yrs of experience both with special needs Adults /Infants/ Twins & up to 3 CPR/ First Aid certified English/ Spanish Outstanding reference letters
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Martha is kind and loving and took excellent care of our daughter. She was attentive and sent updates frequently so that I could stay connected to my child throughout the day which I really appreciated. Martha and my child bonded easily and so well that my child...

Stephanie M.

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Sonia S.


Sylmar, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently working in a Preschool with special needs students. I like to create a safe, nurturing, fun, and learning environment. I have been working with children for 20 years. I enjoy helping and working with kids!
Sonia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sonia is a fun, caring, and a dependable caregiver. She provided us with excellent services for our child. I would hire her again and recommend her."

Jael F.

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Jacklyn R.


Encino, CA

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic, Fun, Nurturing!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jacklyn. I have 10+ years of childcare experience. I've worked with children ages three months up to age 13. Single, twins, and sibling experience. I've had and are comfortable in roles ranging from full-time nanny, babysitter, mothers helper, infant&toddler care, as well as special-needs. Some of my previous...
Jacklyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I wanted to write a review and let everyone know how amazing Jacklyn was to our family. She was absolutely wonderful and sweet with our daughter. She felt like a part of the family the moment she came into our lives. We are beyond thankful to have her and would...

Jamie P.

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Abigail R.


Burbank, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic And Attentive Sitter, Always Finding Ways To Help

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I just finished my degree as a student athlete at SBCC. I love sports and am extremely optimistic and personable. I have been a nanny/family assistant for 6 years and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have also have 2 years of experience as a personal assistant and enjoy doing anything that...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Abbie is a doll! My 7 year old twin boys loved her and looked forward to her watching them. After her first time sitting, they immediately asked for her again when she left. My 14 year old daughter tagged along a few times and gave a raving review too! Abbie was...

Kelley M.

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Pernilla H.


Van Nuys, CA

$19-24/hr20 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started babysitting 2-year-old twins at the age of 11. As a teenager babysitting was my life. As soon as I was home from school I went across the street and watched the kids until their father came home from work around 9 p.m. I would make dinner, do homework, play games, bathe the kids, brush their teeth and get them into...
Pernilla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Loving and caring mother who is great with children! She always puts the children first and is very dependable! She has watched my children many times and they always have had a great time and always look forward to seeing her again! "

Amanda D.

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Alexandra B.


Northridge, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Alexandra, nickname is Sasha. I am a registered occupational therapist who works at a pediatric clinic. I have passion and experience working with children and adults with various acute and chronic disabilities, injuries, and other illnesses. I would love to be of service to your family.
5.0
"Sasha is a very kindhearted person. She was punctual and professional. We look forward to working her with again. "

Mimi B.

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Shawnie F.


Northridge, CA

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

My son had cerebral palsy due to a hospital mistake. I had to learn to do everything for him, I was his eyes his hands and his mouth I was his everything for him. He was feed through a feeding tube, I also had to learn to give him seizure, Acid reflex, medicine and be able to suction him through his nose and mouth with a Suction...
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Keila B.


Van Nuys, CA

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a teacher/counselor for 4th graders at a summer camp. I was an office assistant/nurse in summer camp as well. I have experienced with special need students, varying from physical and mental needs. I'm very passionate with kids, I'm studying to become a teacher/special education teacher. I love to do fun activities and play...
Keila can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Keila was very patient with my kids . They loved how friendly and nice she was."

Sandy M.

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Joan G.


Valley Village, CA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 6 years' experience as a Behavioral Therapist for kids with autism and shadowed a little boy school throughout his education which I enjoyed very much and found very rewarding. I still keep in touch with the family. I pride myself on being very patient, trustworthy, dependable, loving, fun, creative, down to earth and...
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Isamar C.


Reseda, CA

$27/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Isamar. I am a very energetic, hard-working, and dependable person. I can cook, clean, help with homework, and I encourage lots of outdoor activities. I have 8 years experience in childcare and have a genuine love for kids. I have cared for children of all ages from newborn to 12 years of age, including special...
Isamar can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Isamar is a very caring,thoughtful, responsible and reliable person."

Glenda T.

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Jessie V.


Panorama City, CA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nurse Aide/Personal Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With over 17 years of experience in caregiving, I have cultivated a deep commitment to supporting the well-being of my clients. This role enables me to provide compassionate care tailored to their unique emotional and physical needs. My expertise includes personal assistance with grooming, bathing (including bed baths), feeding,...
Jessie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jessie is absolutely WONDERFUL and has been a blessing to my parents and our family. He is kind, caring, an absolute professional, goes the extra mile and is an incredibly hard worker. He never hesitates to do what it takes to make sure my mother is well cared...

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Victoria G.


Sylmar, CA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Available As A Care Giver P/T

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience as a caregiver. For example, I worked as a babysitter for a child age 5 months and also my grandmother when she had heart disease, and I take care my Mon has long cancer from the 200 still is fighting cancer disease . Since I became a caregiver, I have loved to help people with special needs. I learn from them,...
5.0
"Victoria was with our family for 6 years. It was a tough decision to say goodbye not only for us but our children. I would hire her again and again. She was a second mother to both my kids through all of the time she was with us . We never had to worry about our...

Yetunde S.

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Suzette L.


Newhall, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Adults-Seniors

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Suzette and I am a caregiver with 15+ years of experience. I have experience working with adults and seniors up to the age of 94. In addition, I have 2 Master's degrees. One in Criminal Justice and the other in Marriage Family Therapy. My years as a therapist have made me much more attuned to my clients. As a...
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Luana G.


North Hollywood, CA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Luana, a flight attendant and experienced nanny with over 6 years of childcare experience, including working with newborns, toddlers, and children with special needs like Down syndrome. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have passed extensive FBI background checks, and am drug-free. I speak English and Portuguese, which is...
Luana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Luana was our nanny live-in for about 1 year, she took care of my little boy which has down syndrome, when she first started he couldn't talk or walk but with her magic by the time she left us he was able to speak some words and walk at least 10 steps.. for him it...

Julie S.

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Leslie Y.


North Hills, CA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience working with children. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn! I attend California State University, Northridge (CSUN), my major is Psychology and my minor is Child Development. I am flexible with my weekend availability!
5.0
"Leslie was such a delight. She worked with our special needs son, getting him ready in the morning for his volunteer day job. She was reliable and trustworthy."

Patricia M.

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Karen P.


Winnetka, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Motivating, Creative Sitter

Hello everyone! I have 10+ years of experience working with children. I simply love children and I enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. I have worked with in special education as one to one assistant at a school setting. I have done ABA therapy at school, home, and clinic setting. I have also...
5.0
"Karen has been phenomenal with our 2 year old! Our toddler has is very attached to Mommy and has a hard time when I leave but Karen is so sweet and patient with her! She’s become a regular part of our weeks and we’re so grateful for her!"

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Rich A.


Valley Village, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider | Communication Aide | Personal Mentor | Behavior Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rich & I would love to help your life become a little easier! I have 10+ years of experience assisting children & young adults as a Private Mentor Coach (sharing special personalized programs uniquely created for each individual's specific needs, challenges & goals to further achieve), Respite care, Behavioral...
5.0
"Rich, has all the qualities you want in someone who works with in the special needs community. He is compassionate, reliable, punctual with a great personality."

Robert B.

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Clint G.


North Hollywood, CA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Manage Client Schedule And Appointments. Encourage Light Physical Activity.

Cancer patient, dementia and elders. Manage schedule and doctors appointments. Assist patient with daily needs and special needs
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Colleen S.


Sherman Oaks, CA

$18-22/hr

Caring Animal Lover And Passionate Hard Worker

Hello. I have had animals my entire life and have experience caring for sick animals as well. I also am a handy housekeeper and caretaker for various special needs.
Colleen can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pacoima, CA

Martha A.

5.0

Martha is honest, hard-working, and patient. She is a strong communicator and logged all of our daughter's activities each day for us. While she has a lot of experience with children, she follows the parents' wishes and only provides her perspective when asked. I did find that she has valuable...

- Suzanne F.

Sonia S.

5.0

Sonia is a fun, caring, and a dependable caregiver. She provided us with excellent services for our child. I would hire her again and recommend her.

- Jael F.

Jacklyn R.

5.0

Jacklyn was very attentive to our 8 year old son. She made sure he was entertained and also helped with schoolwork and housework. She was very flexible and easy to work with. Great nanny!

- Care member

Abigail R.

5.0

Abbie is a doll! My 7 year old twin boys loved her and looked forward to her watching them. After her first time sitting, they immediately asked for her again when she left. My 14 year old daughter tagged along a few times and gave a raving review too! Abbie was always on time, did all the things...

- Kelley M.

Pernilla H.

5.0

Pernilla is awesome! She treats my 10 month old son as if he were her own when he is in her care! As a new parent it can be nerve wracking to leave your baby with anyone else but she has been so fun, loving and wonderful to my son and I'm so grateful I found her! Even the times I've needed to find a...

- Sierra J.

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