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Find special needs caregivers in Palm Desert, CA that you’ll love

46 special needs caregivers are listed in Palm Desert, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Palm Desert, CA

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Sandra W.


Indio, CA

$17-23/hr

Senior Care/ Dementia Care

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Experienced senior care/ dementia care and special needs provider. I managed assisted living facility for 2 years in simi valley, CA Expierenced in all levels of in home care for adults and children with disabilities. Patient kind and caring. Fine with medication management. Great with all pets!
Sandra can also help with: Respite care, transportation, errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Aletha S.


Indian Wells, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving Experience To Client In Wheelchair

My client is also on oxygen, and would be happy to give a reference. I am passionate about helping those with special needs. I am patient, caring, professional, trustworthy, and responsible.
Hello! My name is Kimberly, I am a 28-year-old college student pursuing my Registered Nurse. I received my CNA 7 years ago and 2 years working along with my team of caregivers 24/7. Providing care to pts with Alzheimer's/dementia/Parkinson's bedridden and hospice Pts. As well as special needs children. Here's a list of...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Stacey M.


La Quinta, CA

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello my name is Stacey I have 11 years experience in caregiving. I'm friendly, responsible, reliable, compassionate and so enjoy caring for the elderly. I have experience with COPD, dementia, Hospice care, disability care, medication (from pharmacy, picking up, and making sure there taken at scheduled dates/times)...
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Yessenia G.


Indio, CA

$29-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I'm a passionate childcare provider with 8 years of experience and a desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, and I have strong communication skills, keeping parents regularly updated on their child's day. I'm also very comfortable enforcing household rules to ensure a safe...
Yessenia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, a little about me. I have been in the childcare business since 1995. I have taken "Child Oriented" college classes at OSU Scholars for Excellence in child care, Red lands and the University of Oklahoma. I closed my daycare center in 2017. I was not only the owner but also the Director. My child care center was voted the...
My name is Hazel and I would love to help. I'm 10+ years experience worked more with cerebral palsy and epilepsy and intellectual delay mobility, etc.,. Reliable and funny.
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Jennie S.


Indio, CA

$18-35/hr

Special Needs

I am a caregiver for 20 years. Have CARE people with the lot of disorders from Alzheimer's to dementia amputated PT , have CARE for down syndrome diabetes
My mother had a severe stroke years ago and outside of the nursing home, I was her primary caregiver. I also have a mentally handicapped brother-in-law and I have been his primary caregiver for many years when he's in town for holidays. I am very comfortable around people with special needs, no matter the age! I am very...
Donna can also help with: Hospice services, errands, transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
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Clay S.


Cathedral City, CA

$17-27/hr4 yrs exp

Energetic Care Provider/meal Prep, Cleaning, And Mobile Errands.

I'm 49 years old from the Midwest. College grad in Fine Arts and Business. Worked many years in hospitality, customer service, and creative in the arts. Moved to Palm Springs in 2014. Have a warm and friendly demeanor, always been helping people with either special needs children, people with health issues, and the elderly....
Clay can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Catherine M.


La Quinta, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part time caregiver available most evenings.

I have worked as a preschool teacher for many years and have experience with many different situations and needs of children ages 2 weeks-5 years.
(available for live-in only, I am currently 3 hrs away). Hello, I'm a veterinarian (abroad) so I'm familiar with different kinds of feedings (tubes) and injections (insulin, etc). I am also nursing assistant certified and know CPR, my license expired but could renew if necessary. I'm also pharmacy technician certified so I know...
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Melissa C.


La Quinta, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked in the hospitality industry since I was 10 years old. I've worked every facet of hospitality except cooking. I've been driving for Uber and Lyft since 2017. I've been shopping for Instacart since 2020. I have been caring for children for about 45yrs. I went to school to be a teacher, but a family emergency cut short...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Daisy J.


Indio, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver/Behavioral Tech/Respite Worker

Dependable Behavioral Therapist/Individual committed to providing expert support for every client. Coordinates effective treatment by implementing prescribed interventions and facilitating positive interactions. Protects patients with proven techniques and full compliance with development. Dependable Behavioral...
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Berenice G.


Coachella, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a special needs teacher and caregiver ! I am very reliable, patient, and caring person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring & teaching special children, from youth to teenagers. I believe that the small milestones achieved are only the beginning to a successful future! ***NEW MOMS/FIRST TIME MOMS*** I...
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Alicia W.


Palm Springs, CA

$19-31/hr10 yrs exp

I am Alicia, I want parents to never feel alone and think that their doing it all by themselves I'm on call ready to help whenever u give the word.
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Jenni S.


Palm Springs, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic And Creative Behavioral Therapist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been teaching kids with autism using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis for over 10 years, and have been babysitting for over 15! I have experience with kids of all ages, ranging from infants to teens. My biggest strength with children is anticipating problem behavior and avoiding it before it happens, coupled...
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Ryan H.


Palm Springs, CA

$17/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care Provider/ Live-in Position

Hello, My name is Ryan. I have been working with special needs children for many years as a respite care provider with the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) for military families. I have experience working with different ages and a variety of challenges. I recently moved to Pebble Beach, CA. I am able to assist with...
Ryan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Ryan H.


Palm Springs, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Male Care Provider

Hello, My name is Ryan. I have 30 years experience working as a caregiver and personal assistant. I am looking to provide full-time care as well as a live-in if needed. I live in Palm Springs, but I'm willing to travel out or relocate. I am able to assist with personal care of bathing, dressing, feeding, light cleaning & chores...

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Ratings for Palm Desert, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Palm Desert, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 46 listed special needs caregivers.