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Find special needs caregivers in Rochester, MI that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rochester, MI

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Rochester, MI

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Nilla K.


Rochester, MI

$17/hr4 yrs exp

A Little About Me

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I am the oldest sister of 9 And I worked as an assistant teacher for a year with kids aged 5-6 and worked with them to help complete tasks, daily morning reading, swimming and P. E. I was also mainly responsible for helping the children with Special needs stay on track. I'd describe my personality as outgoing, welcoming and...
Nilla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Julie M.


Rochester, MI

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/Home Manager

I have over 15 years experience working with Special Needs Children and Adults in the Medical Field as a Board Certified Rehabilitation Therapist. I am AED/CPR/First Aid Certified. I am a Master Trainer, Certified Wellness and Health Coach. And I'm Certified in Cold Laser Therapy Teaching which helps to reduce painful...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Najeh R.


Rochester, MI

$16-18/hr7 yrs exp

My name is Najeh, I just turned 20 years old!! I have a bit over 7 years of child experience, and coming from a family of seven kids have always been part of my life! I have 3 years of experience with special needs and disabled children as well. I love pets and can do whatever you may need from meal prep to housekeeping, or...
Najeh can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Linda T.


Rochester, MI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Kind, Compassionate

2021 Companion and cook for Senior man with dementia until his needs required more care. For over 25 years I managed the personal life and needs of a mentally handicapped person. From managing her bills, providing groceries, managing medication, taking her to medical appointments, prompting her to be physically active, shopped...
Linda can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, transportation, errands
I worked with a lot of children through my life. I was always tutoring through school and helping with special needs students. It was always something that I loved to do and something I hope to continue doing!
Drew can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Tammy L.


Utica, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Friendly Outgoing, Good Listener Senior Care Giver

5.0

(7)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a positive and energetic mother of 8 and grandmother to three grandchildren. I have 2 special needs Young Adults and my eldest brother (55+) who is also special needs that I have guardianship over. I shower, shave and help to brush their teeth and other daily grooming needs as well as doing their Medication Management /...
Tammy can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"To let others know how wonderful she is as a caregiver "

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Chelsey B.


Utica, MI

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am confident I possess the combination of care giving expertise and personality traits you are seeking in a Caregiver. I've assisted past clients with daily living activities such as getting out of bed, toileting, showering, getting dressed, and other duties as needed. I am able to physically handle the work load and I also...
5.0
"Chelsey has a very caring demeanor, positive attitude and always came prepared with ideas and activities to do with our son. We look forward to our son spending more time with her in the future. "

Laura L.

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Shironda R.


Pontiac, MI

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Caregiver (Special Needs Experience)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Below is my experience: I am a full time nanny who loves children and would only give the best care and attention to your little one(s). Care includes dressing, bathing, and preparing meals as well as homework help and enrichment. Light cleaning as it relates to the child's care, pick ups/drop offs and errands. I have also...
5.0
"Shironda did a great job with my autistic twin boys! Not at all intimidated! And two non-verbal twin boys can be just that! Would hire again."

Victoria C.

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Meagan M.


Utica, MI

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Caring And Respectful Sitter

4.0

(5)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Meagan. I am an extremely dedicated, fun, and disciplined babysitter that has been babysitting since I was 16. I have 3 years working in school age childcare at Utica Community Schools and have gained further experience working as an assistant teacher at a preschool academy (1-12). I feel I am caring and can offer...
Meagan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Meagan has been incredible with the two boys and is always bringing a positive clean energy to the house! During the return to work, our childcare needs have fluctuated and Meagan has been able to work on our time needs and has been always prompt! 2 thumbs...

Enrique K.

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Felicia H.


Pontiac, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Provider

LET ME MAKE YOUR LIFE MORE COMFORTABLE. Reliable, trustworthy, dependable care when you need it. Long term, short term, that can be customized to your specific needs. Specializing in home health care ( PRIVATE DUTY). Medication Monitoring, Blood Pressure Monitoring, Incontinence Care, Light House Keeping, Transport to Doctors...
5.0
"Felicia applied for our position. We thought very highly of her skills and experience. We elected to hire someone who worked directly for us. I felt that Felicia would have been a very strong candidate for the position."

Sam S.

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Kenya S.


Pontiac, MI

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 adult children and 4 grandchildren 2 of my children have special needs I love caring for children It truly brings me joy. I'm not done mothering yet.
Kenya can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kenya has a great and patient personality. My kids loved her. I needed her for short-term trip but I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again."

Carla A.

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Brandy M.


Auburn Hills, MI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of care experience including mental health. Specializing in escalations and redirection.
5.0
"My brother needed complex care following a serious accident resulting in need of expert rehabilitation care - transfer from bed to chair, toileting, relearning to walk, PT exercises. She managed to provide expert professional care, very quickly establishing trust...

Valentina H.

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Jennifer D.


Utica, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing career nanny- experienced with children aged newborn to 12. Silly, creative, child-focused caregiver. SEEKING a part-time position, available early mornings M-F, until 11 a.m. EDUCATION: Bachelor's in ElemEd, Reading/Language Arts & Early Childhood Ed. PROFESSIONAL HISTORY *Long-Term FT nanny 3 kiddos: newborn-9yrs...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Jennifer is a very compassionate and kind woman who adores children. She is very patient, and has a genuine connection with children.She worked for our family for 4 years, and is now considered family we love her so much! Any family would be blessed to work with...

Molly K.

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Paige H.


Pontiac, MI

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I've been an experienced Nanny for the last almost 4 years. Even before nannying I worked with special needs and severe epileptic twins for a couple years. I've always enjoyed working directly with families and kids, so nannying seemed perfect for me. I enjoy doing many activities! Here is just a small list: Reading,...
Paige can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hello We had Paige care for our two small children, age 10 month and 3-year-old. She also helped with our 7-year-old dog. We needed help for 2 years, so Paige was with us while our children grew older and we got an additional puppy too. She is dependable and...

Michele B.

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Claire P.


Auburn Hills, MI

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a current nursing student at Oakland University with a passion for helping others. I love to work creatively with children and adults. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages as well as spending the past 4 years in various caregiving positions. I have 3 years of experience caregiving for...
5.0
"Claire is fantastic. We are so lucky to have found her. She provides such loving care and is so personable and reliable. SO GRATEFUL! Would hire her over and over!"

Amy B.

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Shelby S.


Leonard, MI

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced With Young Adults With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several years of experience working with children and adults who have special needs. I have worked with individuals with autism, Down syndrome, pica, severe anxiety, bipolar disorder, emotional disturbance disorder, and cognitive impairments. I have a calm and competent demeanor and am not bothered by severe behaviors. I...
5.0
"Shelby has been a caregiver with us for 4 months now and we couldn't be happier Being a great caregiver is no easy task, first of all you have to be a great caregiver 2nd you also have to fit in with the family... in the past we have had really good caregivers...

Tammy S.

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Alissa A.


Troy, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have worked with special needs children from the ages 3-18 years old. My experiences include: I watched a 17-year-old boy who has the mind of a 2-year-old. I did everything for him. I have also worked with a boy with Down Syndrome, I have also volunteered in a special education school since 2011 where I worked with special...
5.0
"The fact that there was a reply was great!"

Mike C.

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Peiton M.


Pontiac, MI

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Peiton. I am 21 years old and located in Bloomfield Hills. I am looking for a new full time childcare position. I have loads of experience which can be shown both on my resume. I am looking for a long term position with a family that I can grow with that is paid through payroll, along with a contract. I work M-TH,...
Peiton can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Peiton is great! My boys love her! She is kind, caring, and trustworthy! Highest Recommendations!"

Sofia K.

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Doris L.


Washington, MI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 25 years experience, I went to nursing school, I have cared for and have experience with twins, multiples, ADD/ADHD, respiratory problems, diabetes, food allergies, on the spectrum, learning delays. I have cared for infants, toddlers, school aged, teens, adults and elderly.
5.0
"Doris is simply amazing at care-giving. She's reliable and dependable. She goes over and above with my family and wants to know likes/dislikes of her client. Then she will create activities around those likes. She has shared lots of ideas and will suggest things...

April P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rochester, MI

Tammy L.

5.0

To let others know how wonderful she is as a caregiver

- Care member

Chelsey B.

5.0

Chelsey has a very caring demeanor, positive attitude and always came prepared with ideas and activities to do with our son. We look forward to our son spending more time with her in the future.

- Laura L.

Shironda R.

5.0

Shironda did a great job with my autistic twin boys! Not at all intimidated! And two non-verbal twin boys can be just that! Would hire again.

- Victoria C.

Meagan M.

5.0

Meagan has been incredible with the two boys and is always bringing a positive clean energy to the house! During the return to work, our childcare needs have fluctuated and Meagan has been able to work on our time needs and has been always prompt! 2 thumbs way up!

- Enrique K.

Felicia H.

5.0

Felicia applied for our position. We thought very highly of her skills and experience. We elected to hire someone who worked directly for us. I felt that Felicia would have been a very strong candidate for the position.

- Sam S.

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Ratings for Rochester, MI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Rochester, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.