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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Suffolk, VA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Suffolk, VA

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

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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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Janet C.


Smithfield, VA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, transportation
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Jenny D.


Portsmouth, VA

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Artsy Caregiver Available

I am a 35-year-old female, college educated, who loves kids. I have worked in the care giving industry for almost 10 years now. I have also most recently headed the art program at an all girls camp and I've been a theatre educator working with children and adults. My experience is with children ages newborn to 13 and I've worked...
Jenny can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Bailey S.


Chesapeake, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have cared for special needs several times in the past. I even assist with the special needs olympics from time to time. I have the most experience with autism.
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Koren R.


Carrollton, VA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Caring For Your Children As If They Were My Own!

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$13-17/hr10 yrs exp

I have experience in many aspects of nursing with many age groups. My last patient was a toddler with a trach and g-tube who was born a premie of 1lb 7oz. She's thriving now and well on her way. I do have experience with autism, ADD/ADHD, and seizures as well.
Hello families my name is miosoty but you can call me Sophie, I am very friendly , honest , reliable, and determine . I believe I qualified to be you nanny / baby sitter because I adore taking care of people from all ages new born to even the elderly . I have work in health care as a home health aide with special need and just...
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Kameryn S.


Portsmouth, VA

$20-22/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs

I'm 24 I've dealt with special needs children who have spinal muscular atrophy, I've cared for them for about 4 years now, as well as many other children of all ages. I'm a very outgoing person I'm honest and responsible. I currently am CPR and BLS certified. I am also a certified nursing assistant currently working with...
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Raechel H.


Windsor, VA

$13-25/hr5 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!
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Nicole N.


Chesapeake, VA

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Time Caregiver

I currently work with special needs children ranging from 2-12 providing ABA services. I have been an RBT for the past 6 years working on developing skills with each client while providing behavior management. I graduated from ODU in 2020 with my Bachelors in Psychology and have considered going back to school to further my...
Nicole can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jessica R.


Portsmouth, VA

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

Bubbly Caregiver, Who Loves To Provide Fun Services.

My name is Jessica, I have a Home Health Care Company. I have 5 years of experience with working with clients with disabilities such as Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Lou Gehrigs Disease and others. I'm able to assist with feeding, (G-tube) Personal Hygiene, Seizure protocols, Dressing Assistance, ADLS,...
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Mary-kathryn J.


Portsmouth, VA

$13-17/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Creator

Hi!! available after school and on weekends! I have experience with babysitting in past years. Love meeting new children and would love to set up and meet with you! I have special needs experience with autism. I am experienced with younger children. Live in Portsmouth area but can travel to you. I try to include all activities...
Mary-kathryn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
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Ta N K.


Chesapeake, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have many years of experience working with people of all ages with various special needs. I can supply you with references and my CV.
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Eveyn D.


Portsmouth, VA

$17-23/hr10 yrs exp

My Childcare Experience

I have been a babysitter since I was 13 years old. When I was 14 I volunteered at a horse ranch that has a program called spur. This program help tech special needs children basic skills through bourses. I did that until I was 16 years old. Then I babysat different families off and on for 2 years when I was 18 I worked childcare...
Eveyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Laura G.


Chesapeake, VA

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

I have much experience with childcare (I have been babysitting since I was 12). This year I was a teacher assistant and next year I will be a kindergarten teacher. 5 years ago, I began providing respite care for special needs families. I have much experience with Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, food allergies, hearing impairment,...
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Jeremy S.


Portsmouth, VA

$13-20/hr4 yrs exp

I enjoy this career choice due to my dad having Cerebral palsy, he was born that and I learned my way around that growing up, my little brother that is now 20 years old has autism, and he was non-verbal growing up so I had to learn and grow with how he wanted his needs or what not. I have been in this career field since I was 15...
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Cheryl C.


Smithfield, VA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time CNA PCA

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...
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Pamela B.


Newport News, VA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Granny that Loves Children

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a nanny. I am a mom of 2 adult children who have their own lives, and I also have a grandson with special needs. He is our miracle baby. So I have some experience with him. I have always loved children, and my sister calls me a baby whisper. She says I have a way with them. I will love your child the same way I love my own.
Pamela can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
5.0
"Pam is awesome with babies and toddlers. She watches our two kids and everyone is always well-cared for & happy when we get home. I never have to wonder if baby’s diaper has been changed or if anyone is hungry, I always have peace of mind when Pam is babysitting...

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Sharon R.


Portsmouth, VA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and Loving Special Needs Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate that "every" person "needs" to be treated with respect and as an "individual". I have been in the Social Work field for most of my life, starting as a teenage volunteer at Christiana Hospital. I love and appreciate the opportunity to be part of a team to help individuals with special needs. Health and safety are...
5.0
"Sharon goes above and beyond to compassionately care for her clients. I have complete confidence in her abilities and would happily recommend her to anyone with a loved one with cognitive impairment."

Sharri K.

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Tonja F.


Norfolk, VA

$13-17/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a friendly supportive caregiver. I have a nephew who is high functioning autistic, who I raised for a good part of his childhood. I have been a caregiver for a family who has a 3-year-old who is non verbal autistic for the past year. I have studied special needs in school and in my free time. I have two references contact me...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Suffolk, VA

Wendy O.

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 care, I will definitely hire Wendy...

- Rebecca L.

Pamela B.

5.0

Pam is awesome with babies and toddlers. She watches our two kids and everyone is always well-cared for & happy when we get home. I never have to wonder if baby’s diaper has been changed or if anyone is hungry, I always have peace of mind when Pam is babysitting for us. Highly recommend!

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Sharon R.

5.0

Sharon goes above and beyond to compassionately care for her clients. I have complete confidence in her abilities and would happily recommend her to anyone with a loved one with cognitive impairment.

- Sharri K.

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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 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.