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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Palm Harbor, FL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Palm Harbor, FL

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Lorraine F.


Oldsmar, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

3.0

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Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

I am a 66-year-old mother of two grown daughters and five grandchildren. I have been taking care of my grandchildren for the past 17 years. Now that the last one is going to school, I miss being a caregiver and being around little ones. I am energetic and fun-loving. I enjoy taking walks, going to the park and playing games. I...
Lorraine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ms Lorraine currently cares for my teen daughters in the mornings. She handles all of the transportation to the bus stop and school. My younger daughter said it's like having an extra grandma! She is always on time. She is also very flexible! My husband and I have...

Haley S.

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Maryann A.


Tampa, FL

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs

New Parent/Baby Doula Newborn Sleep Doula CNA/HHA Student Grad 2025 (Alzheimer's, Dementia/Diabetes/Hospice) * Aging and Disabled VA Provider * APD Florida Train (Special Needs) * Medicare/Medicaid Med Waiver Provider * APD Disability Canine Training Provider * Literacy Tutor Volunteer for Hillsborough County Education...
5.0
"Maryann helped my family with pet care and babysitting. My son was around 4 at the time and loved her very much. She's amazing and always had fun projects with him, like baking and decorating cookies."

Megan H.

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Lorraine F.


Oldsmar, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lorraine. I have a great deal of experience working with ASD and administering Insulin using a Diabetic Insulin Machine. I enjoy helping people in need. I look forward to assisting you or your loved one.
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Marilyn H.


Clearwater, FL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Honest And Dependable Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with seniors for over 30 years. I have owned and operated a Home care agency for the last 10 years. My schedule is flexible for Transportation needs, companionship, or help with daily tasks. CPR First Aid; 20 plus years experience with Seniors; own my own pets; good with animals; worked with special needs children...
Marilyn can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Marilyn started caring for our father a few months ago spending most of the day with him making his breakfast, lunch and keeping him happy with snacks throughout the day. She was punctual or early, very observant, when she arrived she would check how he was doing...

Helen R.

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Rosa R.


Tampa, FL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Rosa, I am 23 years old, and have a very "sunshine-filled" personality! I grew up with four younger siblings and assisting my mother in her in-home daycare with children 3mo-16 years old. I am a very creative and imaginative individual, being proficient in music, art, writing, cooking/baking, acting, etc! I am an...
Rosa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very sweet girl, my kids enjoy having her. She's always been on time and her rates are reasonable. "

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Judith C.


Dunedin, FL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Sitter

Experienced mom, grandma, cook, not your typical grandma. Excellent references. Taken care of all age children. Patient, loving, firm, professional, english speaking, kind woman who raised 3 exceptional human beings. Grandma to 5 sweeties. Cared for my Mom until she passed 6years ago. Excellent cook and organized helper/...
Judith can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Judy is such a delight to be around, and she is an amazing cook too! Our house was always happiest with her help. Dependable and trustworthy."

S D.

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Caitlin C.


Holiday, FL

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced caregiver, and I would love to help individuals or families tackle the busyness of life! I have supported many different kinds of people in my career. I do believe it takes a village, not just to raise kids, but to support each other throughout our various stages in life. I think my professional experience...
5.0
"Caitlin is caring for my adult disabled daughter for the second year during our "snowbird" winter. She is conscientious, and caring!"

Barbara F.

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Paul W.


Clearwater, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am patient and compassionate and generally work well with special needs children. I have worked with children and young adults who have had varying degrees of autistic spectrum disorders, physical limitations, emotional and behavioral issues including ADHD, critical allergies, and seizure disorders.
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Mary-Ann A.


Tampa, FL

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny Homecare Infant -Adult Special Needs And Pet's

Assistant Teacher Supervisor. APD/Special Needs. Baby sitter available. HHA Supervisor. Available: PRN Respite Care Relief. Emergencies. No Shows. Nanny/Sitting Inc.-Inc. Special Needs. Date Night. Mother's Helper. I have been on the Care since they have started. I have a level 2 Background Clearance through Hillsborough...
Mary-Ann can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Judith W.


Dunedin, FL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked for PARC and special needs children and I have a special needs grandson. Worked in daycares as a cook with children and did relief breaks
Judith can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Judith W.


Dunedin, FL

$14-18/hr8 yrs exp

Helping You In Your Life Let's Create Memories

I enjoy the interaction and helping people that need help with life every day challenges. I have a special needs grandson and I enjoy him he has taught us a lot in 25 years, compassion, joy and love. This also applies to helping seniors or others.
Judith can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Catherine T.


Clearwater, FL

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny

Catherine T from Clearwater Fl Hi, I have been working as a nanny/babysitter for the last 6 years. I have experience working with infants to pre-teen and special needs children. With my experience I have been able to create a safe, and stable environment for your children. I like to do fun creative learning activity when I am...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Heidi D.


Oldsmar, FL

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 20 years of experience teaching and caring for children of all ages and abilities. My experiences range from raising and caring for my own children, teaching elementary education in the public school system, volunteer coaching a special needs cheer team, and tutoring students of all ages. I have a Masters degree in...
Heidi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Eliana M.


Clearwater, FL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver With A Background In Special Needs And Medical Care

Hello, I'm Eliana, an experienced caregiver with a compassionate heart and a strong background in supporting individuals with special needs. I have worked in a residential facility for independent adults with special needs, where I provided daily care and assistance. Additionally, I have cared for family members with muscular...
Eliana can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning
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Lanajuia E.


Clearwater, FL

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

I Love Hats

Greetings !! I'm 27 , started working with kids at a young age as the oldest of 9 brothers and sisters, I ended up being both my mom and dad's right hand . Growing up in an in-home daycare & aging out, to volunteering to an employee. I graduated HS excelling in all aspects, I've completed my 40-hr Childcare training as well as...
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Gracie M.


Clearwater, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Gracie and I am a super fun, trustworthy, & vigilant care provider. Happy to help with the elderly, or children and housework. Ask any of my references, I will truly transform your household and I'm constantly making good use of my time. I can offer transportation, cleaning, cooking and space organization as...
Gracie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Joyce N.


Clearwater, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker.

I gained experience when I worked at Youth Specialist Center in California and Ability Plus (also in California) for a few years taking care of students of various ages with special needs. I've worked at hospitals also as an Occupational Therapist Aide and learned to help others (of all ages) with their Activities of Daily...
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Violeta S.


Clearwater, FL

$12-17/hr

20 Year Experience

I have 20 year experience special needs kid caregiver , as a nanny. Thank u
Hi my names is Mason and I am interested in helping out! I would love to hear more about this job and possibly meet!
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Nadya D.


Tampa, FL

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Nadya, and I would like to offer my services as a nanny. I have many years of experience working with children, including raising my three children, who are now 12, 7, and 4 years old. I understand the nuances of caring for children at different stages of their development and know how to create a safe and supportive...
Nadya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Palm Harbor, FL

Lorraine F.

5.0

Ms Lorraine currently cares for my teen daughters in the mornings. She handles all of the transportation to the bus stop and school. My younger daughter said it's like having an extra grandma! She is always on time. She is also very flexible! My husband and I have very unpredictable jobs and she...

- Haley S.

Maryann A.

5.0

Maryann helped my family with pet care and babysitting. My son was around 4 at the time and loved her very much. She's amazing and always had fun projects with him, like baking and decorating cookies.

- Megan H.

Marilyn H.

5.0

Marilyn is very punctual and always reliable. She is very personable and is a willing helper who does whatever is asked of her.

- Mary Ellen F.

Rosa R.

5.0

Very sweet girl, my kids enjoy having her. She's always been on time and her rates are reasonable.

- Care member

Judith C.

5.0

Judy is such a delight to be around, and she is an amazing cook too! Our house was always happiest with her help. Dependable and trustworthy.

- S D.

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