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Special needs caregivers in Sun Valley, CA

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Ashley G.


Sun Valley, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Ashley, I am a focused CNA/HHA with 5 years experience, successful at multi-tasking and delivering prompt and professional care to all patients and clients. Maintain a positive attitude and a great sense of humor during all hours. Extensive experience with Epilepsy, Cerebral Palsy, Tubular feeding, suction and...
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Peter S.


Sun Valley, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

I am a grandfather with 4 active grandsons. I am looking for part-time employment. I retired from my full time job in August. I have experience working with young adults with developmental disabilities. Some experience with senior care, plus I am a senior now! I am familiar with assisting with self-help and social skills. For...
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Shelby R.


Sun Valley, CA

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have been a direct support professional for two years now, taking care of adults from ages 19-80. I have worked with special needs with many different disabilities from cognitive to developmental. i'm moving to LA in August and hoping to find an amazing family to help.
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Priscilla K.


Sun Valley, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Private Nursing/caregiver

Here to help serve and provide the upmost love and care. I have over 10 years of experience in the private nursing / caregiving field. Over the years, I've accumulated experience in senior living homes, retirement homes, hospice care, and private homes. I specialize in Dementia/Alzheimer's, ( beginning of memory loss/...
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Ashley G.


Sun Valley, CA

$22-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny Available

Hello, my name is Ashley and I have been caring for children for about 9 years now. I love caring for children as they are so eager to explore and learn the ropes of life. I'm very patient, and caring. Love to go to the park and walks. Arts and crafts is also another thing I enjoy doing. I have extensive experience with special...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

Hi there! I'm a dedicated childcare provider with a passion for nurturing, educating, and inspiring young minds. As a 23-year-old professional with experience caring for children from newborns to 10 years old, I've had the privilege of supporting families and creating safe, engaging environments for all children even those with...
Skills:

CPR

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Destiny N.


Beverly Hills, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an accomplished tutor, nanny, and caregiver with over 15 years of experience in providing exceptional caregiving and companionship (for elders and children), nannying and educational services for children; including those with learning disabilities and special needs. Through my dedication, compassion, and ability to foster...
Destiny can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Destiny has been a fantastic sitter for our 2 year old daughter. She quickly became familiar with our kids routines, likes and dislikes allowing for her to be comfortable with Destiny when we weren't around. Destiny would help us with regular pick ups from daycare...

Bobby N.

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Sahar S.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny AvailableLA, Flexible

Hired by 93 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a college student and have taken a child care & development courses, worked extensively with babies and toddlers starting at 2 weeks old, have worked with special needs kids, am CPR certified, have taken lifeguard courses, have taught pre-k-1st grade how to swim, I am adaptive, flexible, and focused.
Sahar can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
5.0
"I would hire Sahar again in a heartbeat. She's always been dependable and very flexible and has even taught us a thing or two about childcare! Would highly recommend her to anyone else."

Connie L.

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Lucinda H.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Women

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of senior citizens for the past 15 years. Experience in distributing medications, bathing, dressing, feeding, tube feeding, cooking, cleaning, mobility issues and some physical therapy. I am outgoing, have a great sense of humor and easy to get along with. I am very patient, and have a good beside manner,...
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Lucinda took care of my sister for over 2 years. She was extremely reliable and always ready to help. She not only bathed and dressed the patient but took her to doctor appointments, shopped for her, kept the apartment clean and made sure to give my sister all her...

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Sonia S.


Sylmar, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently working in a Preschool with special needs students. I like to create a safe, nurturing, fun, and learning environment. I have been working with children for 20 years. I enjoy helping and working with kids!
Sonia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sonia is a fun, caring, and a dependable caregiver. She provided us with excellent services for our child. I would hire her again and recommend her."

Jael F.

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Heaven H.


Van Nuys, CA

$25-28/hr4 yrs exp

Inclusive Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Throughout my career, I've dedicated myself to working with special needs children, fostering inclusion and providing personalized care. With three years of experience at an inclusive school in Orange and an additional year as a one-on-one support for a child within a school setting, I've honed my skills in creating supportive...
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Brady L.


Los Angeles, CA

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

Fun, Active, Career Manny!

A trustworthy, caring and compassionate individual with a passion for education and childcare - I'm an experienced nanny of children from 0 to 10 years of age, including children with special needs. The families I've nannied for will say I bring lots of energy to my job with excellent engagement, that I maintain impeccable...
Brady can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Brady has been a great help to our family! We have a curious 18 month old girl who has some separation anxiety. Brady has been great, making her feel comfortable and calming her down so we are able to enjoy date nights out. He's also been available in a pinch when...

Samantha F.

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April C.


Van Nuys, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Have 10 Years Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been caring for people in need for more than 10 years now and I enjoyed doing it. I finish my LVN in summit college in Anaheim and it was such a challenge and interesting course.
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Andrew H.


Granada Hills, CA

$35-52/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic And Caring Board Certified Autism Technician

My name is Andrew I am currently a Nursing student. Before pursuing my nursing career I worked as a behavioral technician. I specialize in care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions. I can also aide young children with tutoring or organization needs. I have been working in this field for over 3 years...
5.0
"Always on time , easy to communicate with about the wants and needs of my child . Dependable and trustworthy, amazing team player . Andrew will be an amazing asset to any family because he goes above and beyond to provide the necessary tools for a child to succeed."

MIREYA M.

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June T.


Burbank, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Camp Counselor & Speech Language Therapist Asst.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

After working as a camp counselor for 6 years I am now a licensed speech language pathologist assistant with experience working with preschoolers, elementary school age, and middle school age students. I especially enjoy working with special needs students and kids on the autism spectrum, and have learned how to connect with...
June can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She's great! Our kid had to leave daycare for a couple of days and June was able to watch him while we were at work. She was a lifesaver. He talks about her all the time and I don't feel worried or anything with her at the house."

Owen D.

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Ashley A.


Glendale, CA

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mother Of two Boy 5 and 10-year-old we enjoy going on hikes, beaches and exploring nature. 15 years experience with kids of all ages : experience kids with special needs: adults with special needs(behavior Support) :senior care: Nanny for multiple kids at a time Just moved to Glendale CA from the Center Coast CA
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Ashley has been a phenomenal care provider for my son with special needs. Not only did she take the time to build a relationship of trust with my son who has special needs, but with my other two children as well. We miss her as she has moved away, but highly...

Ryan O.

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Victoria G.


Sylmar, CA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Available As A Care Giver P/T

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience as a caregiver. For example, I worked as a babysitter for a child age 5 months and also my grandmother when she had heart disease, and I take care my Mon has long cancer from the 200 still is fighting cancer disease . Since I became a caregiver, I have loved to help people with special needs. I learn from them,...
5.0
"Victoria was with our family for 6 years. It was a tough decision to say goodbye not only for us but our children. I would hire her again and again. She was a second mother to both my kids through all of the time she was with us . We never had to worry about our...

Yetunde S.

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Keila B.


Van Nuys, CA

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a teacher/counselor for 4th graders at a summer camp. I was an office assistant/nurse in summer camp as well. I have experienced with special need students, varying from physical and mental needs. I'm very passionate with kids, I'm studying to become a teacher/special education teacher. I love to do fun activities and play...
Keila can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Keila was very patient with my kids . They loved how friendly and nice she was."

Sandy M.

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Jerome S.


Glendale, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Full Time Care giving Live-In/Live Out What Ever Is Possible

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in a private senior living facility, nursing home, and mostly private care as well. I am well experienced in Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Muscular Dystrophy, Lewy Body disease, minor and major health issues, trauma, and/or accident recovery. I also handled patients who have bipolar disease, hospice and...
5.0
"Jerome takes care of my developmentally disabled brother 3-5 times a month as needed. He is great and my brother loves him. Jerome is very patient, kind, compassionate and a happy person. You will not regret hiring him. The moment you meet him you know your loved...

Rona S.

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Miriam T.


North Hills, CA

$43/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I am Miriam a 40 years old now, I am happily married with one 17-year-old girl. I have been a personal caregiver for over 15 years and I thoroughly enjoy and love the elderly. I see my job as a ministry to give back to those who have given so much in their lifetime. In addition to providing companionship, I can help monitor...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sun Valley, CA

Destiny N.

5.0

Destiny has been a fantastic sitter for our 2 year old daughter. She quickly became familiar with our kids routines, likes and dislikes allowing for her to be comfortable with Destiny when we weren't around. Destiny would help us with regular pick ups from daycare and would feed, change, and...

- Bobby N.

Sahar S.

5.0

I would hire Sahar again in a heartbeat. She's always been dependable and very flexible and has even taught us a thing or two about childcare! Would highly recommend her to anyone else.

- Connie L.

Lucinda H.

5.0

Lucinda took care of my sister for over 2 years. She was extremely reliable and always ready to help. She not only bathed and dressed the patient but took her to doctor appointments, shopped for her, kept the apartment clean and made sure to give my sister all her medications on time. She also...

- Care member

Sonia S.

5.0

Sonia is a fun, caring, and a dependable caregiver. She provided us with excellent services for our child. I would hire her again and recommend her.

- Jael F.

Brady L.

5.0

Brady has been a great help to our family! We have a curious 18 month old girl who has some separation anxiety. Brady has been great, making her feel comfortable and calming her down so we are able to enjoy date nights out. He's also been available in a pinch when I've had daytime appointments and...

- Samantha F.

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