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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Smithfield, VA
The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years
What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Smithfield, VA
Sam was a great addition for our family. She was great with our 2 year old daughter. She always brought fun activities with her and…
Review for Samantha M. by Care member
This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did!…
Review for Elizabeth W. by Jackie R.
Heather assisted in my husbands care for about a year and a half. Her caring nature, sense of humor, ability to problem solve issues was…
Review for Heather D. by Julie B.
Special needs caregivers in Smithfield, VA
Samantha M.
Smithfield, VA
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a 26-year-old nanny from Smithfield, VA. I have been babysitting since I was 16, and nannying since I was 18. I have experience with children from ages 4 weeks to 14 years. I have worked with children who have special needs as well as food allergies. I can provide references, pass a background check, am a non smoker, and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sam was a great addition for our family. She was great with our 2 year old daughter. She always brought fun activities with her and dedicated her time to engaging our daughter. Our daughter loves “Miss Sam.” Would definitely recommend! "
Care member
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience caring for individuals in the comfort of their own home. I assist with everyday needs such as dressing, bathing, providing medicine, meal prep/cooking, mobility assistance, grocery shopping, accompanying during errands and doctors appointments, providing...
I took cared of a senior female who was no longer able to drive a car. I took her out to lunch every day and we sat and talked. After lunch we went back to her house and I did some light housework, then we watched Law and Order until it was time to go home. I worked eight years with special need children in the school system,...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation, personal care
Elizabeth W.
Windsor, VA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time - Full-time Depending On Which Days/hours During The Week/weekend Senior Caregiver
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Mother of 3 boys. I enjoy helping people big, small, young and young at heart. I have experience with youngsters from my own and in my younger years. My more recent care experience is with more aged individuals for the last 12 years. I've worked with Long term care, Hospice, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special needs, Skilled/Therapy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She...
Jackie R.
Recent honor graduate and sophomore in college, majoring in medicine.
Due to my mother being a special education teacher, I've had the opportunity to work with children all my life, especially special needs (references if requested), so caring for children is second nature to me.
Koren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Raechel H.
Windsor, VA
$13-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello, I am 24 years old and I have been in health care since I was 17.
I enjoy helping others and I treat my clients like my family!
I am emt certified and have had many years of assisting people with many different types of disabilities.
I am available every day and would love to help your family in any way I can!
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a nurse for 10+ years and most of my work has been with elderly, pediatric, and special needs families. I myself have a grandfather who is 100 years old, and want nothing but the best for him. I may not be able to help care for him (since he is out of state with my parents) but I can help care for your loved ones. I...
Heather can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, personal care, respite care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Heather was an absolute gift from the Lord to my family in the final weeks of our Mother's care. We needed her nursing skills, her heart and compassion for those in her care, and her genuine kindness in our home. She was above professional standards that we were...
Ann S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have over 5 years of experience (volunteer and paid) looking after children and adults with varying disabilities. I also know basic sign language (such as sit, eat, wait, thank you, etc.). I have experience with in-home care and in community settings with individuals and groups! I know how important experience and trust...
5.0
"Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic, honest, and takes initiative. Kayla follows instructions, asks good questions, and is a good communicator. I trust her completely...
Jean R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a passionate nanny with 12 years of experience providing loving, personalized care for children of all ages, specializing in infants and toddlers. I am skilled in supporting developmental milestones, including working with children who have medical or special needs.
I bring creativity and warmth to childcare, incorporating...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna is a sweet, kind, patient, and very capable nanny. She worked as a nanny for us for around 10 months, taking care of our 1 year old and then newborn son. We still ask Anna to sit for us on occasion when she is available. We trust her completely and would have...
Mary P.
Lakeshia P.
Portsmouth, VA
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I JUST MOVED TO Virginia!!
Have you ever thought to yourself "I wish I had a reliable babysitter who doesn't charge a arm and leg." No worries, I'm here to assist! My #1 passion is helping others and #2 is being around kids. Combine those two and you have an extremely hard working- fun filled individual. My services are done...
5.0
"Lakeshia is always prompt. She followed our child's routine and made her feel comfortable."
Kimberly B.
Wendy O.
Chesapeake, VA
$13-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"My spouse is not Senior he is only 50 but double amputee and needs assistance. Wendy is great with him.
She drives him to appointments, shopping or wherever he needs to go.
She also helps me with chores."
Helen S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have several years in assistance with Special needs patients. I'm Caring, Compassionate, and willing to learn your way of attending your loved one.
My extensive background includes, working in healthcare, and pharmacy.
I assist with daily ADL's Bathing, Dressing, Feeding. I also, do light meals, Dr. visits, errands, etc.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi I am Xena. Interest include child development, planning, educating, and welfare. 5+ years in the professional childcare industry providing care for ages 2 months-12 years as well as experience in the k-12 public school system. CPR, First Aid, and MAT certified. Experience working with children with special needs and...
Xena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Xena is excellent! This our second time with her and she was, again, a professional and lovely caregiver. She was flexible when my schedule changed and even arrived early. Couldn’t ask for better - thank you!"
Care member
4.2
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Bailey. I love children and I have a lot of experience with caring for them. I have a 9-year-old daughter myself. I have a baby and toddler-safe home that I am more than willing to share. I have previous experience with special needs children as well. I plan on taking little trips to the zoo, the beach, our pool,...
Bailey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Bailey has been a fantastic care-giver to my kids for a year and a half. She has always been consistent, professional, and the kids absolutely loved her and her daughter! She is also good with animals too, which is great because it's so hard to find a sitter that...
Jamie N.
Emma M.
Poquoson, VA
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
14 years of nannying experience . I have been caring for children since I was able to play with toddlers as a mother's helper as a young kid. As I grew, my responsibilities grew and soon I begin babysitting for family friends and eventually for other families. As an 8th grader, I trained with my guidance counselor to be a tutor...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Wendy O.
Chesapeake, VA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Wendy to care for my daughter for a couple weeks. My daughter has never been cared for by anyone outside the family and she is very shy. Wendy was patient, caring and gave her the space she needed to warm up to her. The next time I am in need of child...
Rebecca L.
4.9
(53)
Hired by 42 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am 26 years old and have worked with kids for over 10 years. My love for children started when I was very young. I had the privilege of helping raise my three siblings which taught me a lot and started my journey to becoming the Nanny that I am today. Outside of my siblings I am a mom to two kiddos. I also have worked...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Absolutely amazing. She arrived early, brought a craft for our son, played board games and did science experiments with him. Our son said after that she treated him really well. She followed out house rules for screen time to a T and gave us regular updates. 10/10...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a deep care for children & their development! I'm always attentive, caring, and patient when it comes to children! I am Tremerika! I have several years of experience working with kids of all ages and special needs as well. I'm in the military and attend Columbia college ! I am respectful, always on time, and very...
Tremerika can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I recently had the pleasure of hiring Tremerika to look after my 4-year-old son, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. She provided exceptional service, showing incredible patience, creativity, and care. My son was immediately comfortable and had a...
Care member
5.0
(13)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have 20+ years of experience in home health care, hospice, special needs and CPR/first Aide certified. I have been blessed enough to work with all types of ailments and to name a few, dementia, Alzheimer and ALS. I am very passionate about the care I give to my clients, always willing to go the extra mile. I worked in...
Resse can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Resse is a godsend! She is endlessly cheerful, compassionate, and so incredibly helpful. My father enjoys her company and when she's there, I know he's safe and well taken care of and his home is in order. I don't know what I'd do without her!"
Al H.
Kailey W.
Hampton, VA
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kailey. I'm currently enrolled in college for psychology and child development at Virginia Peninsula Community College. I have a great deal of child care experience, having volunteered alongside various elementary teachers at local elementary schools, having babysat for many years, and having worked with...
Kailey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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