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Empathetic, lovely, respectful and professional caregiver and my Clients needs comes first . I'm so glad to working with your family with all honor.
I am responsible, kind, energetic, and strong person. I help in all aspects of self-care: mobility, lifting, etc. I have experience working with children who have disabilities such as autism and adhd. I am certified with: CPR, asls, first aid.
Nursing background. Fluent in Spanish.
The experienced I had with special need children started with Second Family Inc in 2017 and Montgomery County Public Schools in 2021. Special need children need consistency, organization, patience, kindness and communication skills to help in their daily activities.
Loreine O.
Riverdale, MD
$12-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
My special care jobs are cleaning and preparing food also bathing the patient making sure they have all they needs doing little errands and taking them to doctors appointments.
Aliyah F.
Riverdale, MD
$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
A dependable, patient, and creative nursing student with 5 years of work experience in providing care services to children of all ages. My approach to child care involves a safe and fun environment where children can learn, explore, and thrive. I am comfortable caring for two children simultaneously and have experience working...
Aliyah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Dafne A.
Riverdale, MD
$25/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've always been passionate about working with children. I'm motivated to be a positive influence in their lives and help them grow and develop. I'm a patient, calm, creative, imaginative, friendly, and approachable caregiver with four years of experience. I'm comfortable caring for up to three children of all ages and have...
Dafne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
As an educator in the public schools I have worked with a multitude of youth with special needs and learning differences. I have worked closely with para educators and learned how to differentiate instruction for students with special needs.
As a substitute for Arlington County Public Schools, I worked hands on with children...
Taiwo can also help with: Visiting physician, live-in home care, personal care, respite care
4.4
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a GNA, CNA, CMT
I am a caregiver with 9 years experiences . . I provide care for people w
with Alzheimer, Parkinson, mental disabilities, disorder, etc. l provide ADL
. like, giving shower , community outing, laundry, range of motion, companion care, safety supper vision, incontinent care, encourage fluid
intake, excises...
Anna can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, visiting nurse, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Anna N was great with my mother she was a very good help to her needs "
Care member
Jamila D.
Washington, DC
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping
5.0
(1)
I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...
Jamila can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting nurse
5.0
"Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive."
Cecil D.
5.0
(7)
I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 8+ years working with and caring for seniors, this is something that I am very passionate about.
I have 8+ years of experience in CNA / HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
Marlene can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Marlene, aka Miss Lynn, has been a consummate caregiver to my mother-in-law for about a year now. She has more than done her job, bathing, dressing and feeding my mother-in-law with professionalism and compassion. She also found us competent aides for days she...
Jeff B.
4.9
(75)
Hired by 80 families in your neighborhood
Congratulations! You are looking and reading a profile of someone who is an all around experienced woman,(nanny, babysitter, housekeeper - light housekeeping only, and caregiver too) also experienced on special needs, G-tube, insulin injection, ileostomy bag change I am a CNA, CMT, CPR and First Aid certified. I f your worried...
Maribeth can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Maribeth is amazing!! My fiancé and I have a son with special needs and it's difficult to find childcare providers who can manage him. Her experience really shows through in the care that she provides. We feel like she truly understands him and cares for his...
Lauren T.
Stephanie M.
Laurel, MD
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I think of myself as caring and compassionate and I enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have worked over 10 years working with and caring for seniors , this is something that I am very passionate about . I have 10 years of experience in CNA/ HHA. I have experience in Alzheimer, dementia and total care I do...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Stephanie cared for my mom, who has very advanced dementia, for several years. She is extremely capable, dedicated and trustworthy. Excellent communication. Very friendly, gentle demeanor, great for dementia patients. "
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Since I was 7 years old my mother has been a licensed child care provider. That was my first hands on experience with caring for children and what sparked my interest. And since then, I've worked in daycare centers, been a military nanny on base, cared for children overnight in their home, and even had a small daycare in the...
Jamie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"In our search for a nanny for our nanny share, we narrowed it down to two outstanding candidates, one of which was Jamie. Jamie stood out from the moment she applied. She is highly qualified, has a wonderful energy and demonstrates professionalism. We ended up...
Margo S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am Private Duty Home Health Caregiver from Cuba. I newly moved from Florida and my Home Health Assistant license and permit are from that State.
I have experience with Adult Home Health Care for over 10 years and from that paid work more than 3 years. I have 15 years of experience with Special Needs children. I am very...
Yeny can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Yeny is very skilled, experienced and reliable home health professional. She is talented, quick learner, caring and warm person. She pays attention to details, notices things herself, is tidy and happy to learn new things. I would recommend her for both, for senior...
Evy K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with children and adolescents for nine years from the ages of 5-21. Majority of my experience is with children with special needs. Additionally, I have experience with infants and toddlers. I am CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am reliable, outgoing, and very patient! I enjoying reading, stilt walking,...
Anika can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anika served as a part-time caregiver for my children. She cared for my two daughters; ages 1 and 3. I highly recommend her for future employment. She was very dependable and I feel blessed to have her as a part of my children's lives. Anika has a kind heart. She...
Kelly M.
4.7
(12)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello Parents,
I am 34yrs with 10+ years experience with children/pets. I have been working with kids since I was 14 years old and it is a huge passion of mine. I am looking forward to jumping back in for a while. I am a firm believer in routine, consistency, and creating an environment to thrive and learn. I know some American...
Marah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Marah is wonderful with my children. They look forward to having her over."
Caroline K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Sheila. A single mother of three amazing adult daughters that I have raised single handedly. I live with my two youngest daughters in NE/DC and our two wonderful pet family members. I have a degree in child development/psychology and continue to educate myself on the whole development of children.
I have had the privilege...
Sheila can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sheila helped me with my infant daughter for about 3 weeks before a spot opened up at our local daycare. I had never had a nanny experience before, but Sheila made everything very seamless. Sheila is incredibly professional. She wants to iron out the details and...
Linda A.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for many children, some with special needs, both in my home, as well as in the children's homes for over 30 years, ages 3 months old up to 14 years old. I also worked as a co-educator at the Gan Hayeled Nursery School in Washington, DC in the 2-year-old and 3-year-old classrooms. While at the Gan, I received both...
Laurie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I interviewed with Laurie. She was very nice, kind, and caring. She is bilingual English and Spanish. One of my best choices for a nanny for a three year old."
Noushin A.
Akia W.
Capitol Heights, MD
$13-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced household assistant. Whether you need childcare, household management, house cleaning, senior care, or assistance with health related needs, I can help. I have 14 years of experience taking care of kids, and for the last two years I have been providing home health care services to clients with diverse needs,...
Akia can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Akia to provide assistance to me following surgery. She provided wonderful care following the surgery and anticipated my every need. It was such a comfort to have her to support me. She was also amazing with my family and household, just pitching in...
Sasha R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I was an Au pair back in 2016, and I had such an amazing experience with both of my families. I love kids, teaching them and learning from them is the motive for me to want to be a part of their lives. I am exited to have this opportunity and I can provide references upon request. When I worked with my second family as an au...
Katia can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Katia is a very responsible, kind, dependable childcare professional who became a critical member of our family during COVID. She not only allowed us to keep our jobs and sanity through this unprecedented time, she also brought a needed element of calm, balance and...
Sara C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Riverdale, MD
Anna N.
5.0
Anna N was great with my mother she was a very good help to her needs
- Care member
Jamila D.
5.0
Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive.
- Cecil D.
Marlene A.
5.0
Marlene, aka Miss Lynn, has been a consummate caregiver to my mother-in-law for about a year now. She has more than done her job, bathing, dressing and feeding my mother-in-law with professionalism and compassion. She also found us competent aides for days she couldn't cover. She's simply wonderful.
- Jeff B.
Maribeth M.
5.0
She was excellent with our kids. Kept in constant contact with us and really made us feel at ease!
- Laura R.
Stephanie M.
5.0
Stephanie was very patient and caring towards her client. She showed compassion at all times
- Care member
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