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Special needs caregivers in Sun Valley, CA

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Dandre J.


Los Angeles, CA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

I M A Very Adaptable, Concerned And Passionate Person. I Work Well With People Of All Ages

3.7

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I have worked as a supervisor at a daycare and managed daily activities. Including children with autism, and other disabilities. I've also taught gymnastics youth classes
5.0
"He is very reliable, trustworthy and respectful. I would definitely hire him again and I do refer him out."

Nikia R.

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Maria S.


North Hollywood, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I have worked as child care provider for over 20 years. I have seven children and seven grandchildren, two of whom I raised until they were 10 years old. I have worked with children ages newborn through 15. I have worked with both young and older patients that suffer from Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis. I...
5.0
"Maria is 100% supportive and knowledgeable about caring for her patients. She welcomed my family into her heart with open arms and made my mom feel so special and loved in her last year. She helped build my mom's strength and mental state. Her patience has no...

Christina S.

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Samantha S.


Van Nuys, CA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. My patience, creativity, and friendly demeanor allow me to connect easily with children, and I prioritize open...
Samantha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
" Samantha has been a true blessing. Her personalized care, patience, and creativity in engaging our children have made a profound impact on our family. She's not just a caregiver; she's an educator and mentor to our kids. Samantha's ability to connect with our...

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Jessie V.


Panorama City, CA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nurse Aide/Personal Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With over 17 years of experience in caregiving, I have cultivated a deep commitment to supporting the well-being of my clients. This role enables me to provide compassionate care tailored to their unique emotional and physical needs. My expertise includes personal assistance with grooming, bathing (including bed baths), feeding,...
Jessie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Licensed Nurse

CPR

5.0
"Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is extremely polite, very reliable, and goes above and beyond to help. He honestly became like a member of our...

Bryan P.

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Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full, Part Time Or Live In Senior Caregiver

I have over 20 years of experience taking care of elderly people with different types of disabilities. I am CPR certified and have experience providing prescription medications, doing physical therapy, cooking and feeding meals, driving to doctors appointments, among other tasks. I understand what it takes to assist a person...
Martha Isabel can also help with: Live-in home care, visiting physician, personal care, home modification
5.0
"Martha is a kind and wonderful person, very conscientious. My kids loved her. She worked for us for years. She played with them and engaged them and got them to laugh. She is also very tidy and efficient around the house. Very punctual, has own transportation, I...

Denise D.

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Tessa N.


Glendale, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced, Patient, And Fun Special Needs Care

I am available for full or part-time work. I have worked with many types of children, of all different ages. I've cared for an infant with Down Syndrome, and worked as a para educator in an elementary special needs classroom for two years. I worked with grades 3-6 majority of my time, but grades 1-2 as well. I'd take them to...
5.0
"She is very caring. Always wants to make sure the kids are entertained and laughing. Makes sure she is always on time. Very good with all kids no matter what!! Good at cleaning up after the kids. I love seeing her interact with my kids. WE LOVE TESSA!! "

Savanah N.

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Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full, Part Time Or Live In Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience working for the finest families in Los Angeles. I have experience with kids, seniors, people with special needs and disabilities. I am very organized, punctual and always open to complete multiple tasks depending on the family's needs such as doing grocery shopping, run errands, pick up...
Martha Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"My kids loved Martha. She worked for us for years. She played with them and had endless patience and energy. She is kind and very conscientious. Highest recommendation."

Denise H.

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Martha A.


Granada Hills, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

52-year-old 23 yrs of experience both with special needs Adults /Infants/ Twins & up to 3 CPR/ First Aid certified English/ Spanish Outstanding reference letters
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Martha is kind and loving and took excellent care of our daughter. She was attentive and sent updates frequently so that I could stay connected to my child throughout the day which I really appreciated. Martha and my child bonded easily and so well that my child...

Stephanie M.

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Lizeth R.


Glendale, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Realiable, Caring Person

I have 18 years of experience. I can help with caregiving and companionship. I started working as a caregiver with special needs adults since I was 21 years old since then I've been doing different cases. I also have worked for Easterseals in past and I enjoyed doing it. I'am a responsible, loving, caring and kind person. I will...
Lizeth can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"My mom just passed away, and Lizeth was with her for the last year. My mom needed care 24/7, and Lizeth really put her all into caring for her. She was absolutely wonderful. She managed medications, dementia, agitation, diaper changing, transfers with the Hoyer...

Jennifer S.

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Chanelle F.


North Hollywood, CA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Chanelle. I live in North Hollywood. I am interested in working with your family. A little about me, I have 10 +years of professional experience with children ages 6-month-old to 18years old. I have my BA in Liberal Studies as well as all of my early childhood classes completed. I am CPR and First Aid certified...
Chanelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Chanelle is the absolute best! My husband, our 1.5 year old son, and I traveled to the LA area from Boston, MA when my husband needed to be there for work for a month. The trip was planned VERY last minute and obviously finding childcare was one of the major...

Margaret O.

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Kaylie P.


Los Angeles, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

My Name Is Kaylie!

I'd describe my personality as caring, energetic, friendly, and outgoing I like working with kids because I have assisted in caring for my 3 siblings as they grew up and I love the experience it gives for the future! I would love to eventually be an elementary school teacher so childcare is a great learning experience for me....
Kaylie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Kaylie is currently my sons therapist. She is amazing. She has plenty of patience and knows how to give each kid love and care she is the most amazing person."

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Greg D.


North Hollywood, CA

$30-50/hr1 yrs exp

Positive Support Tech!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Greg, I was a home care provider for five years, full time, for my wife Chelsea. My wife had an extremely unique condition(s), she had advanced Neuropathy that caused her fingers, elbows, knees, toes and hip joints to erode away, become dislocated and locked in position. My wife was NOT paralyzed so she was...
5.0
"If you choose to hire Greg as a caregiver, you are a lucky person. Greg helped with my adult special needs son and he has been terrific. He is a good listener and very patient and compassionate. I have known Greg for over a year."

Deborah G.

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Renee B.


North Hollywood, CA

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am an experienced Behavior Therapist with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and many years of experience working with Special Needs students from age 3+ through adulthood. I have worked in the school setting, community, and have provided in-home therapy. I am currently looking forward to finding the right family to...
5.0
"Renee has been a blessing to our family and my son absolutely loves her. She is very dedicated and sincere in her work. We've witnessed serious improvements and I hope she can continue to thrive and continue to help many more!"

Adelyn M.

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Keely Q.


Sylmar, CA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

I am majoring Child Life Specialist. My experience taking care of kids with special needs was a wonderful experience. I took care of a boy, who was autistic, has low muscle tone, and sensory problem. I can really say it was a really good experience working with him. He was a wonderful boy and I made him feel comfortable with...
5.0
"Keely is very easy to communicate & very reliable . My son adores her. She's very clean & organize she kept my house tidy. I highly recommend her."

Meiravi K.

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Caitlin G.


Northridge, CA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Caitlin From Northridge, CA

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Caitlin and I would love to work for you! I am a flexible nanny open to working part time or full time. I have worked as a nanny, date night sitter, babysitter, mothers helper, and just occasional help from time to time. I have been working with children for 6+ years and have experience with babies all the way to...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Caitlin was great with our 17 month old son! She was a joy to have around the house. I recommend her. :)"

Victoria B.

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Melanie K.


Los Angeles, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Part-time Nanny Or Last Minute Sitter Who Loves Kids And Pets!!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an active sitter that loves engaging children in activities that promote development and ensure a safe, warm, nurturing environment. I enjoy seeing the excitement in their faces when they discover something new or are genuinely having fun! I also love reading, singing, dancing, building fortresses, doing artwork, being...
Melanie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Melanie is a kind, compassionate and caring person. I feel lucky to have her as a friend in my life."

Lauren E.

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Alma L.


Panorama City, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School and went to Pasadena City College where I did my General Education and Child Development and then became employed by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. Where I have worked as a Pre-School Teacher and Camp Counselor for 27 years and 10 years as a personal...
Alma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alma is great. She's friendly, flexible, easy to work with, and she even helped my kids learn Spanish! She's a preschool teacher as well, so she's very comfortable working with big families and lots of kids too."

Tiana M.

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Leslie Y.


North Hills, CA

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience working with children. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn! I attend California State University, Northridge (CSUN), my major is Psychology and my minor is Child Development. I am flexible with my weekend availability!
5.0
"Leslie was such a delight. She worked with our special needs son, getting him ready in the morning for his volunteer day job. She was reliable and trustworthy."

Patricia M.

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Egypt L.


Los Angeles, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Psychology Doctoral Student (Fully Vaccinated)

Currently offering social Saturdays for children on the Autism Spectrum, kids with special needs and emotional regulation disorders. Ages 6-12! Please message me for more information! Join Our social Saturdays! I provide a unique opportunity for children to socialize with their peers and the community! We work on academics,...
5.0
"Egypt has become my sons 'big brother' he is an extended part of our family. Although my son towers Egypt, Egypt has a strong presence that my son respects. He has been a pleasure to work with and we look forward to continuing to work together!"

Tammy M.

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Sarah M.


Sherman Oaks, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Or Part-Time Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My experience caring for children began when I was 13 years old. I have cared for infants as young as a month old, and up to teenagers. I have experience caring for kids with special needs as well as multiples. I am First Aid certified as well as CPR certified. My bachelor's degree is in Child and Adolescent Development with an...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Sarah is a natural. My son immediately asked her for a hug when she walked in the door. She's responsible, caring, and arrived on time. My husband and I felt very comfortable leaving our son in her care. We'll definitely be calling her again!"

Sarabeth M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sun Valley, CA

Dandre J.

5.0

He is very reliable, trustworthy and respectful. I would definitely hire him again and I do refer him out.

- Nikia R.

Maria S.

5.0

Maria is 100% supportive and knowledgeable about caring for her patients. She welcomed my family into her heart with open arms and made my mom feel so special and loved in her last year. She helped build my mom's strength and mental state. Her patience has no restraints and I'm truly thankful for...

- Christina S.

Samantha S.

5.0

Samantha has been a true blessing. Her personalized care, patience, and creativity in engaging our children have made a profound impact on our family. She's not just a caregiver; she's an educator and mentor to our kids. Samantha's ability to connect with our children on a personal level has...

- Care member

Jessie V.

5.0

Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is extremely polite, very reliable, and goes above and beyond to help. He honestly became like a member of our family. I would have no hesitation...

- Bryan P.

Martha Isabel M.

5.0

Martha is a kind and wonderful person, very conscientious. My kids loved her. She worked for us for years. She played with them and engaged them and got them to laugh. She is also very tidy and efficient around the house. Very punctual, has own transportation, I trusted her completely with my...

- Denise D.

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