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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Parrish, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Parrish, FL

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Kirsten T.


Bradenton, FL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion And Care Giving Services

5.0

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I have extensive experience providing companionship and care giving to seniors as well as those with specialized needs, such as Dementia and Parkinson's disease. Services offered: general companion care, medication reminders, meal preparation, grooming assistance, transportation, errands , organization, light housekeeping,...
Kirsten can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"I interviewed and was very impressed with Kirsten. She seems very knowledgeable, has a good personality, and knows not to sweat the small stuff."

Marisa M.

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Natasha W.


Sun City Center, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 32 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Natasha I absolutely love children and have always felt a natural connection with them. I have been caring for children since I was a child. I have been not only a babysitter, also a math teacher, tutor, teaching assistant, substitute teacher, dance teacher, camp counselor and a special education assistant. I am caring,...
Natasha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natasha was great with my 4 year old! She was punctual, patient, and got her in bed with no argument (which is more than I can usually do!). Would definitely hire Natasha again, five stars!"

Jessica S.

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Emily E.


Ruskin, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emily and I'm 28 years old. I graduated with a degree in marketing from GCU. I have worked in the nanny field for 12 years and have also worked at a daycare for 3 years. I have experience working with special needs children and also infants. I love kids of all ages! I am a certified nursing assistant and have...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Emily is punctual, friendly, professional, and an obvious natural with kids. My 8 and 10 year old boys really liked having her babysit them and asked that she come back again. I will definitely rehire her for future jobs."

Elizabeth B.

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Patricia O.


Apollo Beach, FL

$13-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, caring, loving, patient Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm 50 and I have cared for many families I can always provide you with references if needed. I love childcare and have been in childcare since I was 19. I'm great at potty training, sign language, teaching Spanish, colors, arts and crafts , etc. I have experience with special needs children and kids with autism. I've...
Patricia can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Patty is great with kids! She has watched my two since they were 2.5 years and 3 months. They are always well taken care of and Patty follows all directions given. She has helped in potty training my daughter and nap training the baby. She is extremely dependable...

Megan E.

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Melody P.


Ruskin, FL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Melody! I have been working as an Occupational Therapist Assistant for the past 10 years with the elderly and recently with children. I love to be helpful and my goal as a companion/caregiver is to assist others in being as independent as possible in order for them to stay as active in their daily lives as...
5.0
"Melody cared for my adult daughter with cancer 4 hours a day for 6 weeks until she died. During that time, she fit in well with our household, looked for ways to improve my daughter's comfort. One of Melody's strongest assets is that she really knows how to talk...

Thomas C.

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Hertha D.


Lithia, FL

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Looking for a high calibre caregiver with great references? Look no further. I'm the one! :-) I have 15+ yrs licensed CNA experience, highly skilled, great personality/initiative, efficient, resourceful, well rounded. Assist with OT/PT, meds & all ADL, ostomy & wound care, errands, transport to doctors' appts, prepare meals,...
Hertha can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Hertha is truly one of a kind. It's hard to even put into short words how amazing and how much of a blessing Hertha was to our family. Hertha took better care of my Grandma then my family even expected was possible. She not only took care of all her medical needs...

Desiree I.

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Megan P.


Bradenton, FL

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

With over 10 years of childcare under my belt, my experience includes time as an in-home nanny for different families, and working in and managing both summer camps and after-school programs. I have cared for special needs children, twins, and groups! After taking a brief hiatus to pursue my dream of becoming a Sommelier, I am...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Megan has been wonderful with our toddler. She is always on time even a bit early. We trust her to take our daughter to the park and playgroups and she will check in or send pics to let us know how it's going. She has even created a few special activities to do...

Rebekah G.

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Gabriela M.


Sarasota, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! Gabriela here, ready to help you with your family needs. I am a 35-year-old lupus warrior with extensive experience with infants-14 years old, fur baby care, household management, assistant work, work vacations with families as well as extended stays with littles and/or fur babies while parents take a much needed...
Gabriela can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
5.0
"Gabriela is a pleasure! She is on time, dependable and trustworthy with our children and our home."

Kristina B.

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Sofia T.


Bradenton, FL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Sofia T I cared for my grandmother from ages 7 to 11 years old. I've worked with and enjoyed making special needs children between the ages 5- and 21-years old smile as a profession for 4 years. I also enjoyed making people smile as a makeup artist for 7 years. I have a background in restaurant management and am clean and...
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, respite care, meal prep, errands
worked in daycare, worked with children with special needs, babysat for multiple different families.
Alida can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Philip E.


Bradenton, FL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Recently moved from Chicago, but, I have three years working for an after school program and also two years working with special needs children and teens for Clearbrook/NWSRA. Hope to hear from you. Would love to assist a family, with childcare or one with more needs. A professional writer as my regular job
Philip can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and have over 4 years of experience providing childcare and currently working as a registered behavioral technician for children with autism. Patient, calm, creative, and friendly, I enjoy engaging children with educational games, puzzles, and outdoor activities....
Erniecia can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Deadra D.


Apollo Beach, FL

$5-10/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available, Full Or Part-Time In Apollo Beach, Flexible Hours At Good Rates

Hello, my name is Deadra and I hope you choose me to be your little one's babysitter. I have over 20 years experience in child care with children of all ages including special needs children. I have a degree in Early Childhood Development and speak sign language if need be. My home is in Apollo Beach and is smoke free with lots...
Deadra can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Sajan M.


Bradenton, FL

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

Disciple And Family-man

First and foremost I am a disciple. I take to love the great commandment to "Love others". Secondarily, I am called to bring freedom, ease of mind, and healing. And my methodology is holding space and listening. I will work with elderly and special needs as well as those with mental illness.
I'd describe my personality as warm, caring , nurturing I like working with kids because I enjoy seeing them grow and learn. I enjoy when they get excited about something new they have achieved. I'm looking for a job that is rewarding and allows me to build on my skills I started working with kids when I was in high school....
Nina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Amy S.


Riverview, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Amy

My name is Amy I am a mother of four children, Grandmother to four little ones. I have primary worked with special needs and medically involved children and adults who were disabled or behavioral. I am CPR and First Aid certified I also hold a medical certification card. I also have been trained in several nurse delegated duties...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I'm Agnes, I am a first-generation American, with my family coming from Ukraine. I spent two years as a teaching assistant for kindergarten during high school. I taught Sunday School for elementary students, and I helped in the nursery. I'm actively involved with children in my community, volunteering at VBS, and summer...
Agnes can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Jessica F.


Bradenton, FL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Providing The Best Possible Care For Your Child/Children

I have 14 year experience volunteering in Children's Ministry and about 9 years helping my sister raise 2 boys and 1 girl. I was like her personal nanny. I also have watched other numerous children on a as need basis and some summers I had a job where I would be watching children all summer. Every child gets treated with the...
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Ellen J.


Ruskin, FL

$20-30/hr

Kind And Fun Caregiver

I have been an RN for 15 years and a mother for 30 years. I recently helped my youngest daughter by volunteering in the classroom where she is the teacher to 15 special needs preschoolers. I found drawn back to helping children and making a difference for them by creating a safe, happy environment. I think that children need...
Ellen can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Anyssa M.


Sarasota, FL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hello! I am Anyssa and I have been a Special Education teacher in Massachusetts for 6 years! I recently got a job, here in Florida, and re-located to the Sarasota area. I would love to chat with you about my experience and how I could be a great fit for your family's needs! I am looking forward to meeting new families :)

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Parrish, FL

Kirsten T.

5.0

I interviewed and was very impressed with Kirsten. She seems very knowledgeable, has a good personality, and knows not to sweat the small stuff.

- Marisa M.

Natasha W.

5.0

Natasha was great with my 3 kids. She was very calm and they really enjoyed her.

- Jordanna S.

Emily E.

5.0

Emily was just wonderful! She easily blended in with our family vacation - entertaining both our 2 year old and 9 year old in all sorts of activities. She asked right away about allergies, medications, etc to be sure she had all the critical information. It made for a relaxing day and we will...

- Julia A.

Patricia O.

5.0

Patty is amazing. I was lucky enough to find her soon after we moved to Tampa and started work again after maternity leave. She cared for my then 1 YO and 3 MO. She cared for them until it was time for them to attend school. I was so grateful that she prepared them educationally and socially for...

- Donald D.

Melody P.

5.0

Melody cared for my adult daughter with cancer 4 hours a day for 6 weeks until she died. During that time, she fit in well with our household, looked for ways to improve my daughter's comfort. One of Melody's strongest assets is that she really knows how to talk to patients - even when they are...

- Thomas C.

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