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Jamie W.


Sebastopol, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Skilled Previously Licensed Professional

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I have over 20 years experience working with mentally ill and developmentally disabled clients. Im also highly skilled with elder care and hospice. In my younger years I worked as a licensed professional for two decades with the criminally insane, adult chronic schizophrenic patients, sensory impaired (both visual and hearing)...
Hi there I've always interested in helping Seniors as I brought up in a country where we valued our seniors. So in my homeland and that is Fiji Island we take of our own elders. Would love to do my best in every opportunities will be given. My mission is to provide my best of Care as my Heavenly Father watching me from above.
To whom it may concern ~ Family's and Clients I have been caring for clients for many years ~ I prefer the word personal assistant As I assist clients with as little or as much assistance needed ~ Clients I have cared for with the following challenges ~ Dementia Alzheimer's ALS Parkinson's Quadriplegic Paraplegic...
Caring for children comes naturally for me. I started babysitting as a teen and have since come to love centering my career around children. I have extensive experience in the educational setting; from co-founding a self directed learning center here in Sebastopol to now working with children with special needs in one of our...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I'm a passionate caregiver with 9 years of experience. It's my joy to support families by providing a reliable childcare option. As a parent myself, I understand the importance of open communication and follow the parents' preferred method. I also have experience with special needs children. I'm patient, calm, and nurturing,...
Antonina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sarah J.


Sebastopol, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny Available

Caring for children has been one of the great joys of my life. I have a decade of experience caring for a variety of children in multiple settings. I've worked as a Registered Behavior Technician, providing behavioral therapy to special needs children. For the 3 years before that, I was the nanny for premature, bilingual...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jamie P.


Sebastopol, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With 23 Years Of Experience

I am a Postpartum Doula/Nanny with 23 years of experience, I have experience with infants, twins, and children with special needs (Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder) and I have experience teaching Preschool as well as experience as a Preschool Director. I have many local references, please reach out with any questions you...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Katherine M.


Santa Rosa, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Katherine, I am a graduate from Sonoma State University. I entered as a Kinesiology major, two years in I then added a minor in Child Development. I fell in love with the field and eventually switched my major to Early Childhood Development. I plan on getting my Masters in Behavior Analysis in the near...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Katherine is our go to caregiver. She is so sweet and great with our 2yr old twin girls. She is very reliable and great at responding quickly. My girls love her too. She also picks up at the end of the day and I can’t say how much I appreciate this. I highly...

Kayla B.

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Christa A.


Rohnert Park, CA

$46/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I love children and have been working with and taking care of them since I was 12. I first started out babysitting in my neighborhood and for my family church. Through my church I have also watched children and teenagers with special needs from ages 4 months old to 16. I was a youth soccer coach for four years, and have...
Christa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Christa is energetic, caring, and lots of fun! "

Karen S.

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Janet F.


Rohnert Park, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Woman Seeking Part Time Assistance Position. 2-3 Days Per Week (Day Hours)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an easygoing 64-year-old, good listener, warm personality seeking to be a companion and can help with medications, light meals, and drives to appointments, etc. I like to walk, listen to music, read, art appreciator, artistic soul with a sense of humor. I have been involved in Hospice and caring for my Father with CHF and...
Janet can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, respite care, companionship
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

CNA

5.0
"I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure."

Audrey D.

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Barbara H.


Rohnert Park, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
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Maribel F.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 11years of experience and I am looking for long term. I have 6 years experience in group home settings and 5years in home private care giving. I am infant /adult CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am a very upbeat, caring, compassionate person Who loves nature and I find it very relaxing and I try to incorporate the...
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Sarah L.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm kind, thoughtful, & active. I love to take the kids outside where we can explore nature (rather than watching them watch TV), take walks (if parents allow), bring the dog out w/ us, or do some fun arts & crafts, reading, or make-believe inside! My experience: -Newborn baby photographer in maternity units & NICUs (I...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Allison B.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as fun, creative, upbeat, loving, and adventurous. I work as an RBT during the year (working with special needs kiddos) within a school district. Usually available around holidays and on weekends. Looking for some other kiddos to give my time and care to while I have the time:) In my spare time, I...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Janet F.


Rohnert Park, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Warm, Friendly Family Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am fully vaccinated, a young spirited, kind, calm, flexible worker who has lots of life experience with special needs, bilingual/Spanish language students, students who learn differently, with communication delays or barriers. I worked in classrooms assisting teacher for over 10 years. I also love working with babies. I have...
Janet can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Emily W.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-28/hr7 yrs exp

Upbeat Nanny With Animal + Special Needs Experience!

Hi there, my name is Emily and I can't wait to meet you! I have enjoyed several years of experience as a nanny for a special needs child with leukemia, as a babysitter, in addition to experience as an English tutor, and as an animal care technician for an international nonprofit animal rescue organization. I have professionally...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kailie B.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Highly dedicated and experienced nanny with over six years of expertise in childcare. Committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. Proficient in infant and child CPR, first aid, and developmentally appropriate practices. Possesses strong knowledge of child development and age-appropriate...
Kailie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Jennifer S.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny & SLP

I have 40 years of experience supporting and encouraging the growth and education of children. My 16 nieces and nephews call me "The Fun Auntie". With a large family, I was typically in charge of children's activities. We enjoy sharing stories/memories, reading, nature hikes, scavenger hunts, arts/crafts, games, bubbles,...
I have a Diploma in nursing certificate from Fiji school of nursing 11yrs experience in emergency nursing , coronary care unit acute medical and ICU care. experienced in transferring clients bed ridden or mobilizing clients assist with meds physical therapy nutrition and personal hygiene and overall understanding the client...
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Danielle G.


Santa Rosa, CA

$22-27/hr10 yrs exp

I have 25 years of experience with Medically Complex clients, specializing in medical/healthcare and medication management. 20 years of my experience was with my own daughter who was born with a rare seizure disorder. Currently I work with adults who have intellectual, developmental and behavior complexities.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sebastopol, CA

Katherine M.

5.0

Katherine is our go to caregiver. She is so sweet and great with our 2yr old twin girls. She is very reliable and great at responding quickly. My girls love her too. She also picks up at the end of the day and I can’t say how much I appreciate this. I highly recommend her if you’re looking for...

- Kayla B.

Christa A.

5.0

Christa is energetic, caring, and lots of fun!

- Karen S.

Janet F.

5.0

I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure.

- Audrey D.

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