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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child. I am CPR, first aid and lifeguard certified. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I...
Isabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bella worked for my family for a year and a half. There is so much to say about how well she took care of my son B, who is 13 now and has autism (non-verbal). I've entrusted her to pick B up from school, run errands for him, and given her a key to the house so...

Deborah O.

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Deborah J.


Akron, OH

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Soul Looking To Help Care For Someone With Needs In Need :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With over 30 years of experience, I have worked with the elderly and differently-able. I have cared for my aging parents, taken courses in end of life care and patient advocacy and I currently care for a 99-year-old couple part time. I have spent the last 30 some years raising my own four children and caring for other children...
5.0
"Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for my daughter and continues to care for her when I need help. She was always reliable, trustworthy, and went above and beyond...

Megan H.

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Ronda J.


Kent, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Special Needs And Elderly

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hygiene care, transfers, catheter care, incontinent care, medication assistance, operate hoyer's and track lifts, feeding, cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, b/p, care notes, ROM exercises, etc
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Kathleen J.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Was A Nurse At Children's Hospital For 29 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a nurse at a children's hospital in Akron for 29 years. I worked in every unit of the hospital and also worked in the recovery room and outpatient surgery unit. I have taken care of many children with disabilities of all kinds.
5.0
"Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too."

Traci M.

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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I live in Solon Oh I have my own vehicle, I'm Brazilian, I'm a nurse in Brazil specializing in special needs. 4 years of volunteer work in nursing homes, support home for children with cancer, down syndrome support home. I love to dedicate my attention to people with special needs, I was also an Au pair of a baby with special...
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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I'm an environmental science major at Kent...
5.0
"Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs. "

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Mallory C.


Kent, OH

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Mallory. Working with children is my passion. I've worked in childcare for 5 years and as a nanny for 2 of those years. I am comfortable with all age groups and with special needs children. I do not drive currently but I am working of getting my license.
Mallory can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rachel T.


Akron, OH

$8-15/hr8 yrs exp

I have 3 younger siblings and my mom is a nanny, so I have been working with kids my entire life. I have been babysitting since I was 11 and am extremely good with kids. I really enjoy working with kids, creating a positive environment to learn and play. I am comfortable with any age, newborn to early teens and I would love to...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hannah W.


Akron, OH

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. With over 17 years of experience, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play games and...
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Gabrielle M.


Akron, OH

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I'd Love To Help Out Where I Can!

Hey there! I've been working with individuals with developmental disabilities for about 6 years as a job coach, job trainer, and adult day service provider. I also have been an independent provider for 7 months.
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Rachel O.


Kent, OH

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, I am a 49-year-old mother of three adult daughters. I live in Kent and I have a Masters degree from KSU in Educational Psychology. I taught children K-12 with special needs for 16 years. I am looking to work with children, seniors or even pets. I am able to do errands, light housekeeping, meal prep, laundry, etc. Thank...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Marie H.


Akron, OH

$21-25/hr

Care Giver

Hello, My name is Marie. I'm a person who is very compassionate, nurturing, respectful, patient, confident, and modest. I encourage and uplift everyone around me and treat others the way that you would want to be treated. I carry myself in a very respectable manner and believe that your character & appearance can significantly...
Hello there I am patient hard working and a positive role model . I raised 3 children one the diagnosed with ADD/ADHD at an early age no medication I. Refused to medicate I used a diet plan to help with less sugar in his daily diet it worked great! I worked with kids in high school with disabilities for 3 1/2 Years . I love all...
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Angela M.


Akron, OH

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I've been an RN since 2004 and am interested in helping families care for their special needs child or senior.
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Alaina G.


Kent, OH

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, I have worked in the food service industry for 3 years and this summer I have been working at Happy Days Summer Camp, a summer camp for children with special needs. In addition to this camp, I have many volunteer hours working with special needs children! I am a kind and hard...
Alaina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kendall H.


Kent, OH

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

I am currently graduated from Kent State University, where I studied marketing and economics. I am a very reliable and punctual person, being on time and following through with people are some of my top priorities. When it comes to kids, I have grown up with six siblings which range from ages 5-to 25, so I am very comfortable...
Kendall can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Lily C.


Kent, OH

$15/hr7 yrs exp

About Me

Hello! My name is Lily and I am a current junior at Kent State studying Special Education. I have been babysitting and housesitting since I was 14! I have experience with multiple age groups and special needs. I am also available for pet sitting! Besides my classes, my schedule is flexible.
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Kara K.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Helper

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as a special needs nanny, nursing assistant, group home manager, and hospice care giver. I have spent extended time working and caring for children with developmental disabilities and complex medical treatment. I am primarily interested in assisting families who need respite care or medically trained caregivers.
Kara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Kara K.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I am a registered nurse and have my BA in English. I'll be doing graduate school this fall and looking for part time private nursing positions. I managed six group homes for developmentally disabled clients after my first degree in Bloomington Indiana and have been doing private care in nursing the past 10 plus years. I am BLS...
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Paula P.


Kent, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available To Help With Self Help Skills, Housekeeping, Meal Prep And Companionship.

I am a Home Health Aide with 24 years working in Healthcare. I started working in a Nursing Home when I was 16 years old as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have experience in helping individuals with: Bathing, Dressing, Ambulation, Range of Motion and other various self help skills. I also have experience in using lift machines...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Stow, OH

Isabella E.

5.0

Bella worked for my family for a year and a half. There is so much to say about how well she took care of my son B, who is 13 now and has autism (non-verbal). I've entrusted her to pick B up from school, run errands for him, and given her a key to the house so that she could take care of B for...

- Deborah O.

Deborah J.

5.0

Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for my daughter and continues to care for her when I need help. She was always reliable, trustworthy, and went above and beyond to make sure she was giving my...

- Megan H.

Kathleen J.

5.0

Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too.

- Traci M.

Isabella E.

5.0

Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs.

- Care member

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