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Miriam T.


North Hills, CA

$43/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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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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Abigail R.


Burbank, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic And Attentive Sitter, Always Finding Ways To Help

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I just finished my degree as a student athlete at SBCC. I love sports and am extremely optimistic and personable. I have been a nanny/family assistant for 6 years and I have experience working with children with special needs. I have also have 2 years of experience as a personal assistant and enjoy doing anything that...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Abbie is a doll! My 7 year old twin boys loved her and looked forward to her watching them. After her first time sitting, they immediately asked for her again when she left. My 14 year old daughter tagged along a few times and gave a raving review too! Abbie was...

Kelley M.

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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

(3)

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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Nidia S.


La Crescenta, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I have been nanny/babysitting for close to 10 years. I have much experience with children of all ages. I was also a caregiver for special needs for about 3 years. I am both CPR and First Aid Certified. I am a responsible, caring, trust worthy person and very nurturing and motherly by nature. I am energetic, creative, and love to...
Nidia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Nidia is wonderful! She has helped me both with childcare for my 20 month old son and cleaning my home. With my son, she teaches him Spanish, plays with him, and cooks delicious meals. She's an absolute fabulous person. I highly recommend her!"

Alicia M.

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Jessie V.


Panorama City, CA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nurse Aide/Personal Assistant

Hired by 2 families 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jessie is absolutely WONDERFUL and has been a blessing to my parents and our family. He is kind, caring, an absolute professional, goes the extra mile and is an incredibly hard worker. He never hesitates to do what it takes to make sure my mother is well cared...

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Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$15-40/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: Personal care, home modification, visiting physician, live-in home care
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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Martha Isabel M.


Glendale, CA

$15-40/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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Martha worked with me for 3-4 years when my son was a baby and later when he was entering kindergarten. Amazing person. "

Cynthia K.

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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: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & 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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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:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Martha is honest, hard-working, and patient. She is a strong communicator and logged all of our daughter's activities each day for us. While she has a lot of experience with children, she follows the parents' wishes and only provides her perspective when asked. I...

Suzanne F.

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Caitlin G.


Northridge, CA

$28-35/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: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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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Ahmed E.


Van Nuys, CA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Motivator

Hello, I work as a special Ed classroom aide at an elementary school for LAUSD. At the moment I work one on one with a student but I have worked in groups. In the past I have worked as an aide for all grade levels. My current classroom consists of Kinder/1st/ 2nd and 3rd graders. On a day to day basis I helped with language...
Ahmed can also help with: Travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ahmed is amazing. He's very reliable, responsible, respectful and dedicated. Our children absolutely adore him."

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

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melanie watched my 8 year old daughter when I needed a sitter at the last minute. Melanie arrived right on time, is very friendly, kept my house tidy (which can be a huge task with my active 8 year old) and my daughter loves her. Melanie is a joy to have as...

Kirsten R.

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Nadia H.


Los Angeles, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Nanny !

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! Please check out my reviews! :) I am a 33-year-old young woman with YEARS of household experience! Most recently I worked for a Waldorf type preschool but had relocate as I moved to the East side from Topanga! Looking for something more local to me :) I have been a playful, silly, fun nanny to 3-6-month-old...
Nadia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Nadia joined my household daily to care for my four-five year old twins. Imperturbable, smart, creative and off beat in the best way, Nadia brought joy AND order to my home. "

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Leslie Y.


North Hills, CA

$15-20/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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Aspen K.


Beverly Hills, CA

$25-42/hr6 yrs exp

Happy Sitter

Aspen (22) | Beverly Hills (will travel) - Bachelors in early childhood education - Elementary school teacher - 6 years experience in childcare - CPR CERTIFIED - Strong references - Safe and insured vehicle -Twins/multiples experience -Special needs/ medical needs experience -overnights experience -significant amount of...
Aspen can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Aspen is just the best. Our daughter absolutely loves her. She always arrives right on time or a couple min ahead of time. She's kind and respectful and we always appreciate her flexibility. Our daughter is 9 months. Aspen has done the whole routine with her from...

Brandon And Calvin T.

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Vanessa C.


Panorama City, CA

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Responsible And Caring

Hello! My name is Vanessa I have 4 years professional experience with childcare ages 3-16. My skills and knowledge comes from working with the school district and well as summer camps. I have knowledge working with kids from different ages as well as working with those in the autistic spectrum and special needs. I am a fun...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Vanessa goes above and beyond in anything she sets her mind to. She is punctual dependable. Vanessa is a quick learner and is wonderful with both children and pets. She treats them like they are her own with much love and care."

Odalis M.

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Jerome S.


Glendale, CA

$30-32/hr10 yrs exp

To Secure A Challenging And Responsible Position That Will Allow Me To Utilize My Care-Giving.

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Experienced working in a senior living facility, nursing home, and mostly private care as well. I am also well experienced in handling Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Lewy Body and Special Needs cases. Minor and major health issues, trauma, and/or accident recovery. Also handled patients who have bipolar disease, hospice and...
Jerome can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"Jerome is family now! He helped us transition my Grandma home after she had a stroke and needed hands on help. He helped with mobility rehabilitation, meds, showers, cooking, doctors appointments... he is everything we could have wished for. My Grandma adores him,...

Jamie R.

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Pernilla H.


Van Nuys, CA

$19-24/hr20 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started babysitting 2-year-old twins at the age of 11. As a teenager babysitting was my life. As soon as I was home from school I went across the street and watched the kids until their father came home from work around 9 p.m. I would make dinner, do homework, play games, bathe the kids, brush their teeth and get them into...
Pernilla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Pernilla is awesome! She treats my 10 month old son as if he were her own when he is in her care! As a new parent it can be nerve wracking to leave your baby with anyone else but she has been so fun, loving and wonderful to my son and I'm so grateful I found her!...

Sierra J.

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Sylvia N.


Granada Hills, CA

$19-27/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver/Certified Nurse Assistant

Hello there! My name is Sylvia an experienced Care giver/Certified Nurse Assistant and im experienced care elderly provider, Children with Special Needs, Hospice and thise in need of care. Im currently seeking for a family in need of full time, live in, live out for there loved ones. With a nuturing and compassionate approach, I...
Sylvia can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She is hard working caregiver and loving"

Mike K.

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Luana G.


North Hollywood, CA

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Luana, a flight attendant and experienced nanny with over 6 years of childcare experience, including working with newborns, toddlers, and children with special needs like Down syndrome. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have passed extensive FBI background checks, and am drug-free. I speak English and Portuguese, which is...
Luana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She is amazing !!! She took care of my 4 children with so much love. I'm so thankful god put her in our life. Great character and very positive. Best nanny ever"

Amber H.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sun Valley, CA

Abigail R.

5.0

Abbie is a doll! My 7 year old twin boys loved her and looked forward to her watching them. After her first time sitting, they immediately asked for her again when she left. My 14 year old daughter tagged along a few times and gave a raving review too! Abbie was always on time, did all the things...

- Kelley M.

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.

Nidia S.

5.0

Nidia teaches our sons (ages 4 and 2) Spanish once a week. They love her and look forward to her visit.

- Quyen N.

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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