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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Suffolk, VA

The average rate is $17/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Suffolk, VA

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Lacey L.


Suffolk, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In those moments when a loved one needs special care, consider me. I have cared for those with special needs for many years. From infants to adults I am capable of handling behavioral situations, ADD/ADHD, special diets and allergy concerns, mental Illness and more. If you have a lived one that needs a helping hand and a...
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Quatela P.


Suffolk, VA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant, Direct Support Professional, Assistant Lead Day Support Coordinator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

l have 14 years of experience in supporting individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. My skills include helping them with performing everyday tasks such as food preparation, personal hygiene, grooming, socializing & interacting and short & long term goals. My passion for this field shows in my work performance....
5.0
"Awesome Young Woman! Professional, smart and highly motivated. She's a real go-getter that jumps in and gets the job done. My son really enjoys her. The whole family does."

Joan R.

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Kimberlee C.


Suffolk, VA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Love Caring For All Of My Clients.

3.8

(4)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm well rounded in caring for everyone from newborns, special needs children as well as adults, to the elderly. Cancer, Parkinson's, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Stroke, etc... I've made caregiver my career choice and it's been extremely satisfying and rewarding. I'm looking into starting my own elderly care business as well as...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kimi has been a blessing for our family from day one. She is kind, always punctual, and very professional. Our one year old son was taken with her from the first time they met. Within a few minutes of interviewing her at our home, he had already gravitated towards...

Danielle K.

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Kimberlee C.


Suffolk, VA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Love To Help Care For Your Loved One

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Would Love To Help Care For Your Loved One. I'm well rounded in caring for everyone from newborns, to twins, and special needs to the elderly. I've made caregiver my career choice for 20+ years and it's been extremely satisfying. I would love to find another beautiful family to work with in the near future. Please feel free to...
Kimberlee can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"Hi Kimberlee honest woman to woman. Most negative reviews are fabricated and laced with untruths. With that said, the response provided by yourself, felt aggressive and was an uncomfortable read. I am a non medical home based assistant and have had my fair...

Rebecca K.

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Michelle S.


Suffolk, VA

$15-30/hr

Passionate Direct Support Professional For Children With Intellectual,physical Disabilities

I worked for a very nice facility name St. Mary's Home for Disabled Children for many years and the reason of leaving was to took good care of my late husband. I was a Team Leader and preceptor and had an experienced with adults with dementia and Alzheimer in a home health environment. I can give good references I love what I am...
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Bailey D.


Suffolk, VA

$16-23/hr1 yrs exp

I worked at St. Mary's Home for Disabled Children last summer as a Disabled Service Provider. I also volunteer with special needs kids and adults at Clemson.
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Julian H.


Suffolk, VA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Specialist

A sympathetic and devoted Human Service Specialist with over 10 years of experience in giving clinical/non-clinical care to disabled, autistic, and patients with ID/MHID, seeking a challenging position that utilize my experience and compassion to help others. I serve individuals who have special needs with a strong commitment,...
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Kimberlee C.


Suffolk, VA

$22-26/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring.

I'm well rounded in caring for everyone from newborns, to twins, and special needs to the elderly. I've made caregiver my career choice and it's been extremely satisfying. I would love to find another beautiful family to work with in the near future. Please feel free to contact me if you're interested in talking/meeting and...
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Makayla B.


Suffolk, VA

$13-18/hr7 yrs exp

I love working to help others. I have been doing this for 7 years and I find it to be the most rewarding job. I look forward to making a difference in others lives.
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Bethanne S.


Suffolk, VA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Care-giver

I am a blessed mom of 3. I was a teacher then married a navy man and traveled the world for a few years. We became foster/adoptive parents until my hands were full. I home schooled my kids for 5 years. Now that my kids are more independent, I'm looking to get back serving my community. I have a tender heart towards elderly,...
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Bethanne S.


Suffolk, VA

$20/hr

Caring, Creative Companion

I am a blessed mom of 3. I was a teacher then married a navy man and traveled the world for a few years. We became foster/adoptive parents until my hands were full. I homeschooled for 5 years. Now that my kids are more independent, I'm looking to get back serving my community. I have a tender heart towards elderly, babies, or...
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Shaina Z.


Suffolk, VA

$15/hr5 yrs exp

About Shaina

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Shaina! My childcare experiences consists of all age groups from newborns to teenagers. I have worked with daycares, a private Christian school, and as a at home care provider for a child with special needs. I love creating STEAM learning activities to create a more positive and interactive approach to learning. I...
Shaina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Bailey D.


Suffolk, VA

$16-25/hr1 yrs exp

I graduated from Southampton Academy and Camp Community College in 2022. I currently attend Clemson University and was recently accepted into medical school! I have experience with child care from volunteering and working. I have worked and volunteered as a summer camp counselor and have experience with special needs children...
Bailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

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
"I can’t say enough good things about Wendy. It was my first time using her as a caretaker for my brother-in-law. She was extremely kind and caring. I went away for the entire day, and didn’t have a care in the world about whether or not he was being taken care of....

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Elizabeth W.


Windsor, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time - Full-time Depending On Which Days/hours During The Week/weekend Senior Caregiver

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 9 years. I've worked with Long term care, Hospice, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special needs, Skilled/Therapy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & 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.

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Laura G.


Chesapeake, VA

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! DUE TO ACCEPTING A NEW JOB, I DO NOT CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILITY. I am an extremely caring, creative, and bubbly caretaker. I have my master's degree and certification in elementary education prek-6. I am CPR certified and have worked in a daycare facility in an infant room and school-age room. I have also been a respite...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"As a breastfeeding mom I was a bit nervous of anyone watching my son and Laura made it seem so comfortable and she was so meticulous in my overbearing instructions or notes I left. I am forever appreciative of her care for my son we both adored her"

Lauren K.

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Bailey S.


Chesapeake, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom

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:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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.

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, 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.

I have experience working with Molly Maid, I have worked for a professional organizing company. I was an attendant for a special needs child for 9 years.
Sja-juana can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Suffolk, VA

Quatela P.

5.0

Awesome Young Woman! Professional, smart and highly motivated. She's a real go-getter that jumps in and gets the job done. My son really enjoys her. The whole family does.

- Joan R.

Kimberlee C.

5.0

Kimi has been a blessing for our family from day one. She is kind, always punctual, and very professional. Our one year old son was taken with her from the first time they met. Within a few minutes of interviewing her at our home, he had already gravitated towards her sitting on the couch and was...

- Danielle K.

Kimberlee C.

5.0

Hi Kimberlee honest woman to woman. Most negative reviews are fabricated and laced with untruths. With that said, the response provided by yourself, felt aggressive and was an uncomfortable read. I am a non medical home based assistant and have had my fair share of outlandish bad reviews. We...

- Rebecca K.

Wendy O.

5.0

I can’t say enough good things about Wendy. It was my first time using her as a caretaker for my brother-in-law. She was extremely kind and caring. I went away for the entire day, and didn’t have a care in the world about whether or not he was being taken care of. If you’re looking for a caring,...

- Care member

Elizabeth W.

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 brought items from her own home such...

- Jackie R.

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Ratings for Suffolk, VA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Suffolk, VA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.