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Yolandah M.


Paoli, PA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked for group homes and state agencies that supported adults and teenagers on the spectrum. I have also worked with children on the spectrum through nannying. Overall, I passionate in allowing all individuals regardless of diagnosis be the best version of themselves while giving them the support, love and guidance they...
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Maegan S.


Villanova, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Villanova Student Looking For Part-time And/or Occasional Position

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Maegan, and I am a junior at Villanova University. I am from Long Beach, California, and I have experience working summers at the Newport Beach Tennis Club as a swim and water polo instructor. I have also been a private nanny to a family with 2 children and another family with a special needs (Autistic) teenager....
Maegan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maegan was our nanny during the beginning of the pandemic and into the summer. She cared for my 10 & 12 year old. I knew that with Maegan that my kids were always safe and getting their school work done. After school and during the summer, she kept them very...

Cherie S.

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Thank you for your time and consideration now and in the future! ! I reside in Media and I work part time for an Agency in Exton I was interested in picking up more hours Special needs care available. I work in there Wisconsin school district of kettle moraine with the special-needs boy from 2nd to 11th grade and also had...
5.0
"Judy worked for many years as a special needs assistant for my son within the public school system. During that time, the two of them had a wonderful working relationship. I always felt that I could entrust my son's care to Judy. She has a bright and warm...

Jennifer R.

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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Child And Special Needs Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children and special needs for over 4 years; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!"

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Doris A.


King of Prussia, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Most Loving Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Doris is a sincere, sweet and lovely lady with 10 years' experience. Doris is honored and rewarded to be of service to children, special needs cases and the elderly. Doris is patient and understanding with all special needs clients requiring many different levels of care. Your loved ones will be treated with love and compassion....
Doris can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Doris is an excellent care giver. She is kind and compassionate and always had K's best interests at heart . She treated K like a daughter and would go above and beyond to make sure she was receiving exceptional care. In times of need Doris was there and would...

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Andrea D.


Haverford, PA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Professional With Recent Senior Care Experience:

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

-25+ Years Childcare experience -Set of twins born prematurely with chronic respiratory condition; coordinated complex healthcare needs while maintaining lifestyle of older brother and successful business -Instilled a powerful relationship and appreciation of culture and art in my children -Maintained uniquely close relationship...
Andrea can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Andrea cared for my father for over a year, until -- at age 99 -- he required full-time nursing care. She was remarkable in that she took full responsibility for his care, from the moment she helped him out of bed in the morning until she got him back in bed at...

Amy B.

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care, Help With Medicines Doctors Appointments Etc. Love Working With The Elderly ( Companion )

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Multiple years experience with the elderly , dementia, special needs children and adults. I worked in the Wisconsin school district with special-needs students for 9 yrs working with special and regular ed students along w with volunteering and working in the health room as needed providing care for sick and injured students.,...
Judith can also help with: Companionship, errands, home modification, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"She is friendly, kind and compassionate! We absolutely love her!"

Vera C.

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Grace S.


Newtown Square, PA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Grace:) I started in childcare at church Sunday school when I was about 15. I love working with kids of all ages and have experience with kids 3 months to 8 years old. I love to talk with them, draw with them, make scavenger hunts, set up obstacle courses, build pillow forts, play board games, have picnics...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Grace was awesome! My son loves her :)"

Hannah B.

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Elizabeth E.


Phoenixville, PA

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving Has Been My Passion For 20 Years.

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in all facets of healthcare. Geriatric, end of life, rehabilitation, special needs, Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, heart disease, Parkinson's, seizure disorders, and cancer. I strive for the best possible quality of life for my clients. Has been CNA certified and CPR certified.
Elizabeth can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Elizabeth worked for us for several months. She was wonderful and I can't recommend her highly enough. She was on time, always in a good mood and a great friend as well as care-giver to my mother. By the end, we considered her a member of the family. Her competence...

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Grace G.


Norristown, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Elderly And Child Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate, reliable, patient and professional caregiver seeking a position in childcare or elderly care with over 20years experience in caring for children, 8 of which were with children with special needs, I am here to make parenting easier. Passionate about play, legos, and dolls are my thing... playing cars-my favorite,...
Grace can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Grace is very reliable, professional and trusted.She goes an extra mile in everything she touches."

Temby F.

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Jaleesa C.


Phoenixville, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking for Extra Babysitting Jobs (:

I am looking to be a Nanny, babysitter, or housekeeping jobs. I am currently a Registered behavioral tech working with special needs children in a school area district in phoenixville. I have worked as a preschool teacher for five years at magic memories daycare in Phoenixville. I also previously was a school bus driver. I am...
Jaleesa can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jaleesa has been babysitting for us for about four years now . She is all my children (6,8 and 10) ask for ! She spends so much time doing fun games and activities with them when she comes over. Jaleesa is always on time and even when I contact her last minute she...

Mary W.

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Laura L.


Wayne, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

M.A. Level Art Therapist Can Work With Special Needs Children

I like to encourage children with special needs so they don't get discouraged. I seek to treat them compassionately and without condescension. I can help them through art and other creative play.
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Sheri S.


Malvern, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Your Little's Life Coach

Greetings, my name is Sheri, I love children and I love teaching. I have taught in a variety of classroom and private school settings. In addition to raising my own children, I have cared for children in various settings for over 40 years. I have had the privilege of working with a special needs adult for over 10 years. I have...
Sheri can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"That Sheri has been a most valued employee. She has been a wonderful teach for my Daughter. She has a perfect work ethic. Sheri has been with my daughter since early 2013. We are sorry to loose her on our team."

Linda B.

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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$40-58/hr5 yrs exp

Excellent Care For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs my entire life; my older brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally retarded. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is most extensive...
5.0
"Margo is an amazing caretaker and friend. She has been helping me out with my 20 year old daughter who has severe epilepsy and global development/ cognitive delays. My daughter loves spending time with her and I am comforted knowing that my daughter is safe under...

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Spense D.


Haverford, PA

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

With a bachelors degree, I've supported young & older adults with physical, mental, & social health needs for 6+ years. From memory differences, to mobility support, and diverse care needs related to medical conditions. I have been certified in CPR, First Aid, medication management and administration, & have references...
Spense can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

4.0
"Spenser worked to support us by being with our children over a two month period. He is courteous, kind and a good listener to them. We are glad they had Spenser to be with."

Jay P.

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Andrea D.


Haverford, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...
5.0
"Andrea cared for my 83 year old dad after my mother was unable to care for him. Dad had dementia and a prosthetic for his voice box, as a result of Throat cancer. Andrea was patient, kind, skilled and connected with dad by relating to his interests. My dad passed...

Ayanna H.

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Kimberly S.


Broomall, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Specal Education Teacher

I worked with Disabled adults, children and Seniors as a Special Education Teacher, and life skills coach since 1985. I am sensitive to the needs of people with special needs and love to help them. I have a Mastes in Special Education and have all my Covid shots. I am very Covid conscious. I have my own car and I am an excellent...
Kimberly can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Senior Care For Your Family

I have worked with seniors for 2 years, from daily care to medication management. The bulk of my experience is with special needs; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning & more

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Families! My name is Cheyenne, I am 26 years old and I have been involved as a caretaker since I was 13, more professionally since I was 18. I have experience with ages ranging from 4 months old to 13 years old which comes with prepping meals, getting the kids dressed, bathing, changing diapers, light house keeping,...
Cheyenne can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Kathleen M.


Media, PA

$23/hr3 yrs exp

I Am Energetic, Entertaining, Fun, Responsbile And Experienced.

Hi families! I have worked with children since I was 12 at my best friends' family's music summer camp! 11 years later; I have taught toddlers how to swim, children with special needs how to play guitar and piano, worked in a. Daycare, and babysat for several families! I am energetic, fun and entertaining. I look forward to...
Kathleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Paoli, PA

Maegan S.

5.0

I have known Maegan since she was born. She was my sons "helper" two summers ago. My son is autistic and Maegan would drive him, do fun activities, go out to eat, basically entertain him while I was at work. I love her and you would be LUCKY to have her care for your children.

- Jody S.

Judith J.

5.0

I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III, so I use a wheelchair and I have brittle bones. Judy was my aid in school from 2nd grade to 11th grade. Throughout all those years she did a phenomenal job. Making sure I was safe was always her top priority. She was always there to help me with anything I...

- Christian R.

Margaret R.

5.0

We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!

- Care member

Doris A.

5.0

Doris did a great job caring for my parents. She is a very caring individual who treats her patients as family. She has a energetic positive attitude and puts a lot of effort into everything she does. We would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a caregiver for their loved one.

- Care member

Andrea D.

5.0

Andrea helped my 97 year old father with organization. She created a filing system in his very disorganized office which he could understand and use. He is very happy and impressed with the work she did. My sisters and I were happy to have her in the apartment supporting him with meal prep, light...

- Margaret B.

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