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Cynthia S.


Rochester, WA

$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Cyndee

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Hell, my name is Cyndee. I have over 25 years of experience taking care of those in need. I am a CNA and have had 15 plus years taking care of special needs and medically fragile children and young adults.
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Daniela M.


Rochester, WA

$17-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Family Social And Health Administrator

Hi, I offer respite care.... up to two days a week or overnight as well. I have helped patients thrive and be at peace in their homes by offering quality care, companion care and death doula services for over 35 years. I hope I can help you out with your needs
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Cynthia S.


Rochester, WA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For Part-Time To Full-Time Work With The Elderly Or Developmentally Delayed

I have over 20 years of experience working with the elderly and special needs clients. I love being able to help out when I can. I have worked in the long term care Setting and adult family home setting with dementia diagnosed people. I have worked in the hospital setting, and recently in an in-home setting. For the last 6 years...
Cynthia can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Amanda R.


Rochester, WA

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

I love working with people. I also love to help them. I've had safety training as well.
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Nikita F.


Olympia, WA

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Childcare & Companionship!

5.0

(1)

My name is Nikita, I also go by Kita. I am very kid friendly, with lots of enthusiasm and experience. I've taken care of my nieces and nephews of all age groups, my coworker's toddlers, and my younger siblings for around 6-7 years now. I also have house watched, and dog watched for family friends. I have no fear of animals, I am...
Nikita can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Carly M.


Olympia, WA

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My background is in working with youth, and I have experience working with people on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, ADHD and behavioral challenges. I am able to follow provided behavior supports. I am capable monitoring activities, preparing meals, changing of clothes and assisting in the bathroom. I have a very grounded,...
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Kaia T.


Olympia, WA

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter :)

4.3

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have several years of childcare experience, from nannying for families, to working with kids with special needs, to practically running the children's ministry at my home church. Children are my passion and I love to work with them, help nurture, develop, and care for them! It's truly my favorite thing ever! I have nannying...
Kaia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Kaia is such a delight! She is kind, thoughtful, and quick on her feet. She is even tempered in stressful situations. She's super respectful of schedules, preferences, and rolls with the punches. I appreciated her professionalism, as well as her willingness to...

Sam C.

I am currently pursuing my Master's in Special Education at Sierra Nevada College. I have had experience caring and teaching lessons to students with disabilities. I am very PATIENT, dependable and looking to gain some extra experience outside of school.
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Odeline F.


Olympia, WA

$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 24-year-old college student with a health management degree. I work at a lab drawing patients blood but I also worked in a nursing home and hospital and have experience working with special needs. I am CPR certified. I started mommy helping when I was very young and I started babysitting at 13. I have cared for children...
Odeline can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Odeline is a born caregiver. She's awesome with kids-helpful, compassionate, caring, but also responsible and authoritative. I'd trust her to babysit kids of any age and would recommend her without hesitation. "

Annie R.

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Lauren B.


Olympia, WA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Lauren - Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 24 years old and just moved to Maui. I am in my last year of "virtual" grad school earning my Masters in Education with a focus in Special Education. I have been a nanny for years and previously worked at a preschool and daycare center. I have had a lot of experience with infants, toddlers, children and teenagers and have...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lauren is an awesome caregiver. My kids love her. She is professional, punctual, reliable, and fun. Any family would be lucky to have her care for their kids. I wish she was here to care for mine!"

Molly M.

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Pamela J.


Olympia, WA

$17-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Loving Educated Care/Support

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm happy to care for all of your loved one's needs and I have the education and the background to do so successfully. I understand the emotional and physical toll that it can take taking care of a loved one. I'm a compassionate and sensitive person that understands the importance of maintaining as much personal Independence and...
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Jacci B.


Olympia, WA

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Infant/Toddler Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of experience as a professional nanny/17 years as a mom. I'm a special needs bus driver in Olympia throughout the school year. I am definitely a "kid person". I love caring for babies and helping new parents in the beginning phase of family life. It's a passion and something I've had the privilege to specialize...
Jacci can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Consider yourself very fortunate if you have the opportunity to work with Jacci. Jacci took care of my baby boy from 5 to 9 months of age. In that period I was dealing with a serious health condition. Having had her support truly made a difference for our family....

Aline O.

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Mikayla D.


Olympia, WA

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

LGBTQA+ Friendly Babysitting And Caregiving

Hello! My name is Mikayla and I have been working with kids and adults with disabilities since I was 12 years old. I started out my experience working at summer camps and eventually worked my way up to being a camp counselor in my early adulthood. I also have a years worth of experience working in teen group homes and two years...
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Christine M.


Centralia, WA

$25-35/hr • 9 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant, Special needs caregiver

Come receive 1:1 personalized care for quality of life and age in place with comprehensive compassionate care with medication assistance, I who have worked in specialized nursing facilities to resident managers in adult family homes
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Deborah R.


Elma, WA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 35 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I love doing crafts and playtime. I have experience with all ages, special needs, and allergies. I am a parent of an Autistic child who has now Graduated from college. I have experience and patience, and very fun to be with. I have...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Stella L.


Olympia, WA

$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Local Childcare Provider

Hello friends! My name is Stella. I am a 20-year-old college student living in and local to the Olympia area, and I am a childcare provider with around four years of experience working with toddlers and school age children. I have worked consistently with a few families over the years, working with up to two children and...
Stella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Clarissa M.


Olympia, WA

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional C.N.A.

I have past experience being a nanny, and I have managed group homes for special needs in the past as well. I, for the last six months, I have been a housemate/caregiver to a person with Down's Syndrome. I have now moved to WA as of 4/1/2023.
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Audrey R.


Olympia, WA

$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energized Sitter

CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR. Hello, all! My name is Audrey. I am an energized sitter with over 10 years of experience. With my extensive background in childcare, I am confident I can provide your little ones with a safe, fun and stimulating environment. I am a certified elementary and special education teacher,...
Audrey can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Addison B.


Olympia, WA

$17-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Looking For Extra Part Time Work As A Babysitter Or With Pet Care!

Ive been volunteering in childcare for about 8 years with young children, and more recently have begun babysitting regularly for kids with special needs. I have two part time jobs and online college, and I'm looking for extra work with babysitting and pet care! Im really great with kids of all ages, and I have a pretty flexible...
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Jessica M.


Olympia, WA

$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Household Manager And Teacher

As an experienced house manager and mom of twins, I understand the importance of creating a well-organized, loving, and nurturing home environment. With a Master's degree in Teaching ESL and over 10 years of teaching experience, I bring a professional, educational perspective to household management. My ability to multitask,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rochester, WA

Kaia T.

5.0

Kaia is such a delight! She is kind, thoughtful, and quick on her feet. She is even tempered in stressful situations. She's super respectful of schedules, preferences, and rolls with the punches. I appreciated her professionalism, as well as her willingness to adapt as our babies grew and had more...

- Sam C.

Odeline F.

5.0

Odeline is incredibly engaged when she cares for my 5 year old daughter. She is patient, kind and always looking out for my daughters safety. I trust her implicitly and never have a thing to worry about when she's in charge.

- Amanda M.

Lauren B.

5.0

Lauren is an awesome babysitter with a very warm heart. You can tell she really cares for the little ones. She is patient and kind. She enjoys having fun with the kids and the kids enjoyed spending time with her. She is super punctual: there wasn't a single day she was late by even a minute. She was...

- Young Geun C.

Jacci B.

5.0

Jacci was amazing with our kiddo! Not only does she radiate care, love and joy, with a natural easy goingness. She is flexible, on time, and initiated taking out kiddo on all sorts of adventures. Could not recommend her more!

- Care member

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