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60 special needs caregivers are listed in South Bend, IN

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in South Bend, IN

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Nanny and post partum doula. Infants, preemie , toddlers, school age, multiples, overnights , special needs, Cerebral palsy, developmental delays, feeding tubes, total care, Alzheimer's, CNA and HHA licenses. CPR certification, vaccinated.
5.0
"Sue was a wonderful nanny for our daughter from when she was 7mos until ~18mos old. She was able to manage our daughter's g-tube and then helped us transition her to food full-time, which took so much care and patience. She was loving, perceptive, and one of the...

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Angela C.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had custody of a child from birth to 12 yrs of age with ADHD, development delays, and separation disorder. He is now 15 yrs. old and doing well. I have also worked with other mentally challenged teens and young adults as well as seniors.
5.0
"Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much...

Sara B.

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My life has been around children. I was the neighborhood sitter in my youth. I have been a nanny in South Bend and Chicago. I have experience as a postpartum doula working with multiples. I also have experience with special needs children, having worked at a Rosie Place(respite care for medically fragile children in South...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Sue was fantastic with her knowledge if infant development and the needs of busy moms. She stepped up for me to help during a time where I needed help with my infant. Her experience is extensive and she was dependable, kept my newborn engaged with activities and...

Teresa K.

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Madyson L.


South Bend, IN

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My years of babysitting have solidified my love for childcare. I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual with five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open and honest communication with...
Madyson can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver With Special Needs Training And Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

hello! I am a 24-year-old graduate student pursing my masters degree in occupational therapy. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and respite caregiver. I have experience assisting individuals with ADL's such...
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Destiny M.


South Bend, IN

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

SLPA/ Nanny, Special needs caregiver

Hello, I'm Destiny! I am a recent SLP graduate student from Indiana University South Bend. I will be going to school in the spring to become a CCC-SLP. During this time, I wanted a job that I could have simultaneously while earning my masters degree. I have been a member of Care since 2018, and had great reviews (but was logged...
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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$17-33/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny With Special Needs Training And Experience!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

hello! I am a 23-year-old college student currently finishing up my bachelors degree in psychology with plans to begin my masters degree in occult therapy in august 2023. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Tom R.


South Bend, IN

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Grandpa

Grandfather with years of experience. I have 5 grandchildren I care for on a regular basis as well as my own child that is special needs. I am fun loving, caring and love taking care of children.
Tom can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Erin M.


South Bend, IN

$19-30/hr5 yrs exp

I am a senior in college with extensive experience caring for gifted and special needs children- I was a private nanny to multiple families for around 5 years and, during that time, gained skills in cooking for young children, conflict de-escalation, encouraging healthy discussions of feelings and boundaries, and most of all,...
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

I have been babysitting for 10 years now. I've babysat for children ages 0-12 years old. I've worked with a special needs child too. I have made meals, taken kids to school, observed nap times, play, and instructional activities. I've taken a babysitting training courses. Ive previously worked in a kindergarten classroom. For...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Caitlyn H.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night/Weekend Sitter

Hi! I have had 10 years of experience babysitting children. I also have 2 years of experience with assistant teaching and one and a half years with an after school daycare. My main job is being an EA for a local school corporation. I have worked with children with special needs now for 8 years. I did go to college to pursue a...
Caitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Domonique D.


South Bend, IN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver (Possibly Full-Time)

I was a nanny for a wonderful little girl for 8 months (the school year). It was by far the best "job" I have ever had. I use the word job lightly because I had so much fun it hardly seemed like work. I started watching her at 4 months old so I do have experience with infants. Sophia was born special needs so I am familiar with...
Domonique can also help with: Travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Friendly, Caring Companion With Experience

hello! I am a 22-year-old college student currently finishing my psychology degree at Indiana University South and starting graduate school for occupational therapy in fall 2022! I worked as a camp counselor at a summer camp for individuals with special needs from 2014 through 2019 and as a direct support professional with Logan...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Tom R.


South Bend, IN

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caretaker For Any Age , Tom

I'm here to help you take care of your loved ones. From doctor appointments, errands , pet care, playing games , church , miscellaneous outings to helping on household tasks I'm available to help. I have a newer suv , perfect driving record and I'm a non smoker. As well I have 2 special needs adult kids and have experience with...
Tom can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a CNA and home health aide. I have worked in 2 facilities in Elkhart on the Alzheimer's unit and long term care unit. I have worked in the home as well. I currently am helping a lovely gentleman a few mornings a week get up for the day and eat breakfast, take his meds and blood sugars. I also helped his family go through...
Susan can also help with: Respite care, transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

I have over 26 years assisting special needs individuals. I have experience from working in group homes, home care, and day programs.

Bryon B.


South Bend, IN

$14/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver And Behavior Management Specialist

I started my caregiving experience when I was 23 years-old as my grandmother's primary caregiver until her death from cancer, and recently my aunt who died from liver failure. I have worked with adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities for 6 years, and currently I have been giving non-licensed medical care to...

Bryon B.


South Bend, IN

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

I Am Responsible, Reliable And Attentive.

I'm a great person to use for last minute arrangements when you need a sitter. I have experience caring for individuals of all ages and abilities, including special needs.
Bryon can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Elizabeth D.


South Bend, IN

$21/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic Twenty-Year-Old Sitter!

Recently switched from full time to part time work at the hospital and looking to spend the rest of my time and energy with the little ones! My previous experience includes work as behavior technician for children with special needs at Logan's autism center. Have been working as a cardiac rehab specialist at the hospital for the...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Bend, IN

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was a wonderful nanny for our daughter from when she was 7mos until ~18mos old. She was able to manage our daughter's g-tube and then helped us transition her to food full-time, which took so much care and patience. She was loving, perceptive, and one of the reasons our daughter is thriving...

- Care member

Angela C.

5.0

Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much needed rest knowing our baby was...

- Sara B.

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue.

- Care member

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Ratings for South Bend, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in South Bend, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.