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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ruffs Dale, PA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Ruffs Dale, PA

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Amanda M.


Ruffs Dale, PA

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania, currently living in Ruffsdale. I am the mother of three. My experience includes caring for individuals with special needs and intellectual disabilities. I have cared for the elderly, persons with dementia, strokes, and more. In addition, I can provide minimal housekeeping, meal prep,...
5.0
"Amanda is a very dependable care giver ! On time , thorough and certainly one you can trust with any of your care giver needs !"

Kay S.

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Amanda M.


Ruffs Dale, PA

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hello I am a Gigi of 4 little ones ages 6 and under . I have 4 young adult daughters . I am currently a direct support professional taking care of adults with special needs . I have done in home personal care. I do have a full time job so I won't be available on Weds, Thurs, or Sundays.
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I am a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania, currently living in RuffsDale . I am a mother of three. My experience includes caring for individuals with special needs , intellectual disabilities. I have cared for the elderly , persons with dementia , strokes , and more . In addition I can provide minimal housekeeping , meal prep...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
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Laurel G.


Belle Vernon, PA

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For Child Or Adult

I am the married mother of two and grandmother of two. I have volunteered with PTA, youth groups and camp counseling and was also a patient caregiver to my mother-in-law when she lived with us for three years. In the past I spent one year working with an adult with special needs providing in-home care and transportation, cared...
Laurel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Ashley M.


Belle Vernon, PA

$20-24/hr9 yrs exp

Loving And Positive

Not only have I parented three children of my own (ages 14, 16 and 19) I have also worked with special needs kids for over 9 years one on one in a school and home setting. This last year I have had the pleasure of teaching preschool as well. I have a passion for creativity and helping kids with their social / emotional skills...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ashley M.


Belle Vernon, PA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have experience specifically with elementary age children and elderly as well. I am a positive and patient person who loves to help others. I'm very enthusiastic and enjoy seeing that what I am doing makes a difference in the life of another.
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Kayla B.


Yukon, PA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

I've been working with Children and Adults with Seizures, ADHD, Autism, Compulsive Disorders, Nonverbal, Behavioral Issues for the past 7 years. I love doing my job, I put my heart and soul into everything I do. I'm always on time and I have a huge heart to help people in need. I look forward to meeting new people and enjoying...
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Renee C.


West Newton, PA

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Let Me Help You Out On Date Nights

Hello! I am a mom. of 5. I have 2 older boys in their 20s a 13 yo daughter, 12 yo son and 12 yo daughter which I fostered since birth and adopted. They all have ADHD and behavior issues. I currently work in a school with Austin children been there almost 3 years. I love it!! I have clearances!!
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Hillery B.


Acme, PA

$10-19/hr6 yrs exp

I have 5 years of experience I'm CPR certified and first aide. I'm a non smoker and have my own transportation in addition to my personal experience dealing with special needs I have a special needs son of my own so I've seen all sides of dealing and living with it
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Kimberly B.


Finleyville, PA

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi , My name is kim , I've been a nanny for over 20 yrs . Love children , Dependable , responsible , caring , I have experience with all ages . Newborn through teens , also special needs and multiples . Willing to help with light housekeeping , meal prep , pet car . Etc . Love outdoors . I have my own transportation . Looking...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kim is a wonderful, and compassionate person who is great with babies, little kids, and special needs children. We had the pleasure of working with Kim for over a year and literally cried when we had to part ways. I trust Kim and her judgement, and recommend her...

Morgan C.

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Katerina H.


Clairton, PA

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night Or Daytime Babysitter Available - Over 10 Years Of Experience

Hi! My name is Katerina but everyone calls me Kat. I am a previous full time nanny & pediatric dental assistant, looking for occasional opportunities. I'm currently a real estate agent so I have some flexibility with my schedule and can do daytime, evening, and weekend hours. I have experience with babies, toddlers, adolescents,...
Katerina can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She has watched my son from age 6. Very good with children and has always done well connecting with him. Very flexible and has always been reliable."

Eric W.

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Chynna W.


East McKeesport, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Chynna. I am writing to express my interest in a special needs position. It is with great enthusiasm that I write this letter hoping to gain additional experience as a caregiver. I have past experience working with special needs children; as a camp counselor, a teacher's assistant, and as well as in my own home. As a...
5.0
"Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!"

Mehvish S.

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Madalyn S.


Greensburg, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I minored in Special Education, and have experience working with kids with many different types of disabilities (physical and cognitive) in both a classroom setting as well as a child care provider setting. My family has members who are autistic, which inspired me to go into the field.
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Kelly S.


Jeannette, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello I have been a HHA for almost 12 years now. I have a passion and a love for what I do. I've been helping seniors since I was little including my own grandparents. I have experience with Dementia Alzheimer's diabetes, MS, ALS stroke, Parkinson's, special needs, disabled, blind, . I have worked with a lot of hospice patients/...
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Kelly was wonderful! She did 7 night shifts with my mother. Very kind and calming with my mother. Highly skilled. She even curled my mother's hair which was a big hit. I would hire her again. (I also called 2 references before I hired Kelly, and they loved her...

Roberta R.

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Mellissia D.


Latrobe, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Care Provider

I have been a certified caregiver for many years. I have a compassionate heart and have a reputation among friends and previous co-workers as being funny, inspirational and loyal to all that I come in contact with. I have a great desire to make a difference in peoples' lives and in the world around me. I am a Christian and my...
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Lawrence P.


Greensburg, PA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care And Special Needs For 3 Years

I'm semi retired and have been a care giver for several years. Please don't let my size intimidate you from hiring me. I'm a big guy but gentle to all. I watch over my clients like a pit bull, but have the disposition of a Golden Retriever.
Lawrence can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with many people groups including small children. I was employed at two different day cares and cared for special needs children also.
Tena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Miranda S.


Latrobe, PA

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

I am 1 of 52 first cousins, so I come from a very big family with a lot of kids ! My uncle also has special needs, so I have grown up being with him! I am very patient and understanding. I love listening to children and helping them with whatever they need! I am going back to school to be a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist,...
Miranda can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Stacie M.


Latrobe, PA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Part-Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs for 5 years. Some of the diagnoses were down syndrome, explosive disorder, cri-du-chat, mental illness, diabetics, cancer and autism. I would utilize my skills to care and nurture your loved ones as if they were my own. I absolutely enjoyed my job and implemented everything that needed done for...
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Lois C.


Irwin, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiving

Currently a school bus driver for a local district. I also previously drive special needs children. I have all of my childcare clearances that are available upon request. I have experience in babysitting as well as caring for elderly. I have raised two boys of my own who are now grown and successful. I feel comfortable with...
Lois can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ruffs Dale, PA

Amanda M.

5.0

Amanda is a very dependable care giver ! On time , thorough and certainly one you can trust with any of your care giver needs !

- Kay S.

Kimberly B.

5.0

Kim is a wonderful, and compassionate person who is great with babies, little kids, and special needs children. We had the pleasure of working with Kim for over a year and literally cried when we had to part ways. I trust Kim and her judgement, and recommend her highly.

- Morgan C.

Katerina H.

5.0

She has watched my son from age 6. Very good with children and has always done well connecting with him. Very flexible and has always been reliable.

- Eric W.

Chynna W.

5.0

Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!

- Mehvish S.

Kelly S.

5.0

Kelly was wonderful! She did 7 night shifts with my mother. Very kind and calming with my mother. Highly skilled. She even curled my mother's hair which was a big hit. I would hire her again. (I also called 2 references before I hired Kelly, and they loved her also).

- Roberta R.

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