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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Port Richey, FL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years
Special needs caregivers in Port Richey, FL
I have 3 years of experience in child care with children from six weeks- 8-year-olds. I took early childhood development + special needs program. I have my own vehicle for travel. And I can help with Light Housekeeping and Errands. I also have a 4-year-old daughter who I have unless she goes to her cousins. I'm very reliable,...
Kelsey can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Candice W.
Holiday, FL
$16-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
Providing care for adults with special needs requires immense dedication and compassion. It's a rewarding journey filled with unique challenges and beautiful moments of connection. The support provided empowers individuals to live fulfilling lives and reach their full potential. Caretakers play a vital role in fostering...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathy G and I currently reside in Carmel, Indiana. As the mother of two wonderful teenage daughters, I have loved, learned, and grown with them. I feel that our children are our future, and teaching them with love and respect is vital to their growth.
My background summary is as follows: I was a Household...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Caring individual, teacher, nanny, dependable, kind. Can be fill-in sitter, second nanny, date-night sitter, emergency care. 17 years experience working w/ children of all ages, including children with special needs. Nanny in Asheville 4 years; cared for 6-month-old and 4-year-old. Teaching experience 11 years. Preschool, K-12,...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I appreciate Rachel's communication regarding scheduling it helps me plan out my week/month. In terms of her interaction with my son, she is great. She has a very calm demeanor and a gentle way to encourage my son to go out and try different things even when he...
Ewa P.
Chelsea S.
Hudson, FL
$13-15/hr
I am a mother of two young children I have experience with multiple diagnoses. I will do everything I can to care for your loved ones the same way I care for mine
Jessica R.
Hudson, FL
$17-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am a special education teacher with four years experience working with school aged autistic children. I have experience with moderate to severe behaviors, as well as aac devices, potty training, and minimal feeding assistance. I am able to provide a safe, supervised, and stable experience for your little one.
Marilyn H.
Clearwater, FL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked with children from the last school year with Cobb County schools. Worked with all ages from K1-6; and middle school as well as high school. Worked with Special Needs children and helping transport them back and forth to school. I raised 6 children of my own; and have helped with 9 grandsons also. I CPR First Aid...
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
" My family needed help for after school care. I have two children in two different schools, she picks them both up from school and brings them home. There is typically an hour between pickup times, during which she was kind enough to help with light cleaning...
Allie Y.
5.0
(2)
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: Respite care, personal care, hospice services
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.
4.9
(35)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I simply love children and I enjoy spending time with them. I love spending time outdoors and I am not a TV sitter. Nothing is more exciting to see than a smile you put on a child's face when they are enjoying their time with you. I aim to please both the adult and the child. I have special needs experience as well,
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andrea was great! She cared for my oldest son, who is 13 and has special needs. She was great with him and didn't need much time at all to understand his routine and what he needed to be comfortable and happy while my husband and I were away. Very punctual and...
Tiffany K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked in a children's home with abused, neglected, and abandoned children for 5 years. I love working with special needs children, and have acquired the patience needed in order to do so.
5.0
"We are so lucky to have met Andrea! Our first request was for a date night, but something came up and we had to leave out of town instead. She was so accommodating and proactive. She jumped right in and spent 2 nights with our special needs son and our dog. She...
Cristina P.
4.9
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 yrs. of experience as a healthcare provider. CNA, CPR, and first aid certified. My specialty is in geriatrics, but I've also cared for children with special needs in a hospital setting. Throughout the years I have acquired a vast amount of knowledge and experience in my field. My best asset is the compassionate...
Reyna can also help with: Live-in home care, home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Reyna is a very professional, reliable and thorough caregiver- probably the best we have encountered using this site. We felt comfortable knowing that she was taking care of our loved one."
Sally W.
Morgan H.
Spring Hill, FL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With Vast Experience Working With Kids Willing To Work With All Ages From England
5.0
(1)
I am a 29-year-old from Nottingham (England) who has worked with children for 13 years, from coaching soccer, being a lead preschool teacher and a full in home, homeschool educator of a full curriculum for 3 children. I am looking for a full time nanny position or in home teaching job, I am looking for a family I can help with...
Lorraine F.
Oldsmar, FL
$13-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
3.8
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm fully vaccinated! I have over 20 years of experience taking care of and educating children and adults. I have extensive experience with special needs children.
Desiree can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Desi worked for me as a mother's helper for about 2.5 months. Her strong points were cleaning, cooking and being silly with my toddler. She loves having a list of things to do and would always complete each task, documenting everything in detail. She is very social...
Anastasia B.
Rosa R.
Tampa, FL
$20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Rosa was able to help me with a very last minute request. My son had a great time. She was easy to communicate with and arrived on time. Thank you so much Rosa!"
Leilani S.
Lorraine F.
Oldsmar, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(8)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lorraine has been caring for my 2 children for two years in the mornings. She is extremely punctual and dependable. As a high school teacher, it is important that I be on time even though the hours are very early. Lorraine has never been late. She is calm under...
Lori B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Stephanie! I am 25 years old and have been taking care of children since I was 11. I have experience with children of all ages including newborns and teens. I am currently a preschool teacher looking elsewhere. My experience also ranges from full time nannying, working as a preschool teacher, and running the children's...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stephanie was very responsive and on-time. She even agreed to meet us and our baby first as it was our first time hiring a baby sitter.
With our 4 month old baby, it was obvious she's very knowledgeable, friendly, and caring. Would recommend her highly to...
Jeffrey H.
5.0
(2)
New Parent/Baby Doula
Newborn Sleep Doula
CNA/HHA Student Grad 2024 (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.
5.0
(5)
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Judith has a wonderful personality. She is also very honest and trustworthy. What I admire most about Judith is her compassion, patience, and selflessness. You can depend on Judith she is very reliable. She has great communication skills and is well spoken."
Joan P.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a profound desire to serve the disabled and elderly with respect and dignity; utilizing experience and exceptional organizational skills, demonstrated through progressive care giving positions. Able to give compassionate and round-the-clock aid. Is adept at assisting patients with personal care, ensuring hygiene and...
5.0
"Liz is extremely caring, reliable, trustworthy, and professional. She cared for my daughter, who has autism. She was flexible with us and looked after our daughter during some unscheduled times when she was sick, there was a half-day at school, or we needed to go...
Dan R.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Richey, FL
Rachel R.
5.0
Rachel is a wonderful fit for my two little boys. She's extremely patient and constantly engaging. She's even great a refereeing (aka redirecting) since my 3 year old tends to get in the baby's space. My children trusted her presence. I really appreciated her clear and consistent communication from...
- Meghan C.
Marilyn H.
5.0
My family needed help for after school care. I have two children in two different schools, she picks them both up from school and brings them home. There is typically an hour between pickup times, during which she was kind enough to help with light cleaning jobs around the house. It was so...
- Allie Y.
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.
Andrea B.
5.0
Andrea is such a wonderful sitter. She immediately made my 2 year old feel comfortable; they played together from the moment she entered the door to the moment she left. She sent photos and updates when they went to the park together. I'm so grateful for her help!
- Lauren B.
Andrea B.
5.0
We are so lucky to have met Andrea! Our first request was for a date night, but something came up and we had to leave out of town instead. She was so accommodating and proactive. She jumped right in and spent 2 nights with our special needs son and our dog. She drove my son to his program and...
- Cristina P.
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Ratings for Port Richey, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Port Richey, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.