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374 special needs caregivers are listed in Philadelphia, PA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Philadelphia, PA

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Julie C.


Philadelphia, PA

$8-13/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Julie. I am a 32 year psychologist completing my post doctoral fellowship here in Atlanta. I have been caregiving for more than 10 years and have extensive experience with children of various ages as well as adults. I have also provided care for adults with special needs for 3 years, both professionally and...
Julie can also help with: Transportation, respite care, meal prep, errands
Hello my name is Kenializ, I have 5 years of experience with caring for the elderly. My great grandmother had Alzheimer's before she sadly passed away and I would help care for her. I cooked for her cleaned her fed her as well as bathe her. I also have experience working with it's companies who provided care for the elderly. I...
Kenializ can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
As a compassionate and dedicated caregiver, I believe in providing the highest level of support to seniors, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being. My background in psychology, along with my experience working with children and individuals with special needs, has equipped me with the patience, empathy, and understanding...
Alyssa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
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Betsy S.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Betsy I am an experienced caregiver with 12 years of care-giving experience. Extensive training and experience working with clients who are non ambulatory, clients with dementia, special needs, Alzheimer's disease, and also very experienced in incontinence care and hospice care. I am a junior nursing student I...
Betsy can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Margaret S.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available - Loves People

Most of my experience has been taking care of young people, including children with special needs. I was a care provider for a 13-year-old who has severe cerebral palsy and therefore I bathed, dressed, and fed him along with taking him on walks, giving him medication, and other services he required. I love people of all ages and...
Margaret can also help with: Errands, personal care, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning
My name is Jahira . I've been working with seniors for the past six years. I love to help people that can't help themselves I have a child special needs. I know sometimes it gets hard. I can cook, clean laundry, I can feed them change their clothes help them use the bathroom. My last two clients was a husband and a wife. The...
Jahira can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Maybe K.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-45/hr3 yrs exp

Friendly Eldercare Worker

I'm an exceptional elder caregiver with deep-rooted values in accessible care for all, especially older generations. My experience spans both home and facility settings, including dementia and special needs care. CPR trained, AED certified, and skilled in medication management, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, quality...
Maybe can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Hello, My name is Megane, I'm 25years old. I've been caring for elderly and special needs for over 5 years now I've always have the heart to cherish and care for elderly people . Making sure they're comfortable, loving and care for
Megane can also help with: Errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
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Rudina K.


Philadelphia, PA

$16-31/hr2 yrs exp

About Me

I'd describe my personality as very patient, optimistic, and compassionate. I am a mother of a son with special needs and have experience caring for him at home. I like caring for seniors because I like caring for other people, and genuinely enjoy the company of seniors. I'm looking for a job that offers evenings as I also...
Rudina can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Years of care experience, including special needs care, senior care and child care. Professional, strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
Shiniece can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Melissa H.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-50/hr18 yrs exp

Caregiver/MA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of 4 children.. 1 has special needs. I work as a ABA in Special education full time during the school year & I work part time as a home health aide. I have my Medical assistant diploma which wound care & vitals are taught. I started as a home health aid at the age of 21 yrs old. I'd describe my personality as...
Melissa can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services & more

Samantha C.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-28/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Flexible Babysitter For The Holidays -CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

If your kiddos like legos, crafts, and exploring outdoors I'm the sitter for you! I am a creative and compassionate 24-year-old psychology graduate who's looking to babysit date nights or weekends while I'm in school for Occupational Therapy. I have experience as a sitter for children as young as 3 months old, a summer camp...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Samantha was really helpful, she took care of my 3 boys (3months, 2 years, 4 years old) for the night. Very sweet and patient, they really enjoyed their time with her. She even did the dishes I had left in the sink without me asking help for it. That was a very...

Claire L.

Stephanie O.


Philadelphia, PA

$24-31/hr10 yrs exp

All About Stephanie

3.8

(4)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature, dedicated, and nurturing Nanny with excellent references. I have cared for infants up to age 16, I've worked special needs.. I have been a Nanny for 12 years. I have my own car and don't have any driving violations. I do not smoke and am an animal lover. Thank you for your time and consideration, Stephanie
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"We talked to Stephanie on the phone and also interviewed her in person. She was polite, on time, and VERY organized (she had a packet prepared with her resume, references, etc.). We just ended up finding someone else that was a better fit for our family! I wish...

Renata S.

Brittany F.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-32/hr10 yrs exp

Greetings, Parents

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my 14 years of experience includes care for many ages, multiples, allergies and special needs (and pets!) I also have my Bachelor's in English and have worked as a tutor, pod support teacher, au pair, and preschool teacher. I have a goofy and creative mode that I would say I default to when there is enough free time, but I...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I am confident that Brittany would be a tremendous help to you in caring for your children and that you will be impressed with her work ethic and consistent devotion to the families she works with as well as her ability to adapt to the environment and needs within...

Mitch G.

Gina C.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Nurse Available.

I have been a nurse for 27 years. Most of my experience has been with the older adult geriatric population. I have worked in home health, nursing homes and special needs facilities as well as hospital settings. I am licensed through the state of Pennsylvania, CPR certified and Wound care certified. I Love to work with the older...
Gina can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"I highly recommend Gina as she is an excellent and dedicated nurse. Gina is professional at all times and is punctual and dependable. She is a very patient, understanding and compassionate person who gives 100 percent care to all of her patients. I was able to...

Carol Y.

Jennifer M.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Moral Booster And Fun Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a 36-year-old woman looking to care for someone in need. I have spent most of my career caring for the elderly, special needs, and children. I take pride in my work, and I enjoy helping others. I have a new and reliable sedan, and my insurance and registration are up to date. My schedule is flexible. I am fully vaccinated...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Jennifer was fantastic in helping my father through some physical and mental challenges after being sick . He has dementia and while he could be a challenge to handle, she was really patient and gave him the care he needed. Jennifer was also great at providing...

Chris M.

Tanea R.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny Special Needs Caregiver

During my last 18 months as a nanny, I've worked with a child who suffers from a genetic deficiency that has impaired his physical development as well as mental abilities. Since the age of 3 months, I have given him lessons in sign language, performed daily exercises to enhance his gross motor skills, and administered oral...
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Joanne P.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Need Caretaker

Caregiver is a profession that I love in assistance to make the lives of the elderly convenient. It is difficult to address the problems and inconveniences of aging with illness as part of the process. So I have learn both the skills and knowledge in taking care of elderly needs. From personal needs such as going to the toilet,...

Joi L.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Kind And Caring Special Needs Provider!

I have experience working with children who are on the autism spectrum. I currently as an therapy aide to a child with special needs at a children's center. I plan on going back to college this summer to get my Master's Degree in School Psychology with a Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis. My goal is to patiently work with...

Brieanne G.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher And Nanny

Hi! I am currently a special education teacher specializing in Deaf education. I have worked with children with varying diagnoses such as, ADHD, Autism, speech delays, developmental delays, language deprivation, and PTSD. Some children I have had the please to work with has multiple diagnosis but we would always accommodate to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Philadelphia, PA

Samantha C.

5.0

Samantha was really helpful, she took care of my 3 boys (3months, 2 years, 4 years old) for the night. Very sweet and patient, they really enjoyed their time with her. She even did the dishes I had left in the sink without me asking help for it. That was a very nice surprise. 100% recommend...

- Claire L.

Stephanie O.

5.0

I've had the pleasure of having Stephanie as my son's nanny for nearly two years. She takes great care of him. We find her to be reliable, loving, trustworthy, honest, caring, hardworking, very conscious of safety, has good communication skills, and genuinely loves kids. When my son is in her care,...

- Sonia S.

Brittany F.

5.0

Brittany is incredibly punctual, excellent at her job, communicates early with her availability. I trust her with my 2 year old daughter and it is clearly apparent that she is very good at her job. Highly recommend and also vetted by many parents (I called all of her references on her resume).

- Xiao Chi Z.

Gina C.

5.0

I highly recommend Gina as she is an excellent and dedicated nurse. Gina is professional at all times and is punctual and dependable. She is a very patient, understanding and compassionate person who gives 100 percent care to all of her patients. I was able to witness this firsthand as Gina took...

- Carol Y.

Jennifer M.

5.0

Jen loves working with the seniors. She is dependable, hard-working, and patient. Jen is social and likes to do activities with the seniors.

- Danielle M.

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Ratings for Philadelphia, PA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 184 reviews of the 374 listed special needs caregivers.