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Megan H.


Somerville, OH

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, my name is Megan and I am a recent graduate from Earlham College in Richmond, IN. I studied sociology/anthropology. I am currently working as an English Language Teacher for children ages 3-12 in the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands. I will return to Richmond in late December. My hobbies include roller skating,...
Megan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Patience S.


Middletown, OH

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Outgoing, Young Adult

My name is Patience S. I am a 24-year-old that lives in Middletown Ohio. I have my STNA (state tested nurse assistant). I am very involved in my family. I would love to help on date nights, part-time and full-time babysitting. I have experience in every age, and in children with special needs. Text message is the best way to...
Patience can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Peggy D.


Camden, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have Experience with Alzheimer's with paraplegics with trach issues with feed to be 20+ years of experience
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Brenda G.


Camden, OH

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced STNA For Over 10 Years

I have worked with the elderly and taken care of patients with Alzheimers, dementia and work on a behavior unit for over a yr. I have been a STNA for 30years. I love my job and take much pride in caring for my clients.
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Lilian P.


Trenton, OH

$16-26/hr1 yrs exp

I started working with kids when I was in high school I took this class called DECA, we had this group called best buddies where we would work with the special needs children in our building. We would do fun activities with them and develop friendships anything to help them feel more included. I loved it, it was my favorite part...
Lilian can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
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Casey B.


Middletown, OH

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

13+ years in childcare for up to six children at a time, depending on age and special needs Experience in: coaching tutoring homeschool CPR/ First Aid/ CNA Fostering/ Adoption Clean background and excellent driving record. Fully insured. Good vehicle with 3 back seats. AAA. Available weekends and most holidays. Available...
Casey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Chelsea S.


Middletown, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs cases for 10+years. Anywhere from basic needs to simply helping them get out into the community.
Hello! I am a DSP and an STNA! Worked in a hospital and Nursing home and home care setting! Very experienced and open to learning new routines! Hope to hear from you soon!
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Shana C.


Camden, OH

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

2 years experience as a DSP as well as a home manager. I love providing quality care to those who have special needs .

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Madisyn, I am 22 years old and a former Ball State Student. I started babysitting when I was 14 watching my niece while my mom was at work. My first professional babysitting job was in November 2017. I have watched kids ages 3 months to 16 years old, I also have experience with multiples and special needs...
Madisyn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Crystal B.


Middletown, OH

$15/hr

Caring Companion

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm looking for a job that allows me to provide care and companionship for someone who can't be alone or needs a little extra help. I'm looking to work in a clean home environment. I have worked in a special needs classroom for the last 9 years. Doing this work has helped me to be more patient. It has also helped me to be more...
Crystal can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Crystal was hired to take care of my 87 year old mother who has dementia while I was on vacation. My mother was staying with my sister and we needed someone to watch my mom while my sister worked. When I returned, Crystal continued to watch my mom over the summer...

Teri C.

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Shey L.


New Lebanon, OH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Care For All Loved Ones

I am a mom of three and I have over 20 years caring for children other than my own. I have a degree in ECE and I use continuing education to help maintain my degree and help care for kids. I have experience with children that have behavioral problems and kids with disabilities ( autism, ADHD, bipolar). I am looking for a part...
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Lisa T.


Hamilton, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I have been in childcare industry on and off for 20+years. I'm a mom of three, grandma of 6. I have also worked in a special needs home for five years. I love helping parents raise their children and being a source of comfort to parents and children when they are away from each other.
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Lisa worked for us for seven years, while our children were infants through elementary school. She was always punctual, dependable and loving. We loved her so much and considered her part of our family."

Jackie B.

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Davida S.


Hamilton, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 47 yr old female who has 20 plus years of experience providing care to persons with Alzheimers disease. Seeking a position caring for seniors. I can cook, clean, and provide personal care. I have excellent references. Pet friendly.
5.0
"very kind compassionate and understanding woman will recommend"

Donald B.

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Cynthia C.


Franklin, OH

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Also Experienced With Special Needs Children

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Cynthia and I have had more than 10 years experience with children of all ages from infants to school age. I also have experience with special needs children of all ages. I currently work at Lakota schools and looking for full time summer work. I am looking forward to hearing from your family.
Cynthia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Cynthia is a god send. My step son can be pretty anxious of meeting new people to the point of crying and latching on for dear life. The first day, she took him and distracted him and no more crying since. She is also great of doing daily school work as well as...

Breanna I.

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Erin S.


West Chester, OH

$24-34/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Erin and I have been a caregiver, nanny, overnight nanny for 4+ yrs. I enjoy my work in my roles and all the people I have had the opportunity to work with and meet because of it. I graduated May 2022 with my associates in ASL interpreting from Cincinnati State and my Bachelors in Liberal Studies with concentrations...
5.0
"Erin has taken care of our son with Autism and Down Syndrome. Erin is dependable and very loving. I would recommend her for help with special needs children or young adults."

Patty W.

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Cynthia C.


Franklin, OH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Cynthia and I at work with children for 10 years of all ages. I currently work at Lakota schools with special needs children. I have worked with Lakota for 14 years. I am looking for a full-time summer work. I have a reliable vehicle and several references. I look forward to hearing from your family.
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Brandi U.


Hamilton, OH

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! I've worked in healthcare for 6 years now. I have experience caring for special needs adults. I have experience with hoyer lifts, gait belts, and other medical equipment. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have my med cert 1.
Brandi can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

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Tia B.


Miamisburg, OH

$12-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hey Everyone! I'm a happily married mom of 2 girls! Chloe is 11 and Savannah is about to turn 9. I've been a caregiver for special needs children and adults with disabilities. I have experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia. All in all I've gotten around or over 10 years of experience there. My 9-5 job is that I currently work...
I've been caring for children of all ages for the past 3 years. I love to make fun activities and to engage the children in said activities, so that it doesn't feel like just another person coming to watch them or help. I'm able to help with children who have special needs as I have been doing so for years. I aim to form a...
Cierra can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Somerville, OH

Crystal B.

5.0

Crystal was hired to take care of my 87 year old mother who has dementia while I was on vacation. My mother was staying with my sister and we needed someone to watch my mom while my sister worked. When I returned, Crystal continued to watch my mom over the summer for me. Crystal was always punctual...

- Teri C.

Lisa T.

5.0

Lisa worked for us for seven years, while our children were infants through elementary school. She was always punctual, dependable and loving. We loved her so much and considered her part of our family.

- Jackie B.

Davida S.

5.0

very kind compassionate and understanding woman will recommend

- Donald B.

Cynthia C.

5.0

Cynthia is a god send. My step son can be pretty anxious of meeting new people to the point of crying and latching on for dear life. The first day, she took him and distracted him and no more crying since. She is also great of doing daily school work as well as physical activities indoors or...

- Breanna I.

Erin S.

5.0

Erin has taken care of our son with Autism and Down Syndrome. Erin is dependable and very loving. I would recommend her for help with special needs children or young adults.

- Patty W.

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