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Special needs caregivers in Sun Valley, CA

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Chanelle F.


North Hollywood, CA

$25-40/hr

My Experience

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Chanelle. I work in Beverly Hills part time. I have 7+ years of professional work experience with children. I have worked as a Preschool teacher at an after school program and have work with children ranging from ages 4 months-13 years old. I also have experience with special needs children and minimal ABA...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I have a good experience working with special need I could direct them and I could be strong when it's needed I also can write daily report and meals prepare I am opening to follow I will be more than happy to be working for you Hope to hear back from thank you
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Rona S.


Glendale, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

16 Years Of Experience With Senior Care/Companionship

My prior experience with senior care includes: - Assisted client in and out of bed, bathing, dressings, grooming. - Performed household duties such as laundry, grocery shopping and meal preparations. - Drive patient to doctor's appointments, family gatherings and special occasions. - Performed supported walking, exercise...
Rona can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Where do I start? My family wish we had hired her sooner! My husband and I were recommended by friends about Rona being basically an all in one caregiver. We needed someone dependable, personable and flexible with our work schedule. After explaining our situation...

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Elyce L.


Los Angeles, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny And Babysitter

4.2

(13)

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Dear Parents, I am a super-fun and contemporary Nanny with old-school values and have over 10 years experience working with children of all ages from newborns, special needs and grade school through K-12 with particular experience managing and mentoring multiple children. I'm also a professional organizer and provide all...
Elyce can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Elyce was a wonderful choice as a nanny. Unfortunately she was looking to work for a family for the next few years and we were not a right fit for her. I was very impressed with her skills and would have loved to have her join our family. We still may connect...

Ashleigh U.

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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: Live-in home care, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Gnagna N.


Los Angeles, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

High Profile Nanny Childcare Is Not Just A Job To Me, It Is A Passion....

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Gnagna is originally from Washington D. C. and has worked for many high-profile families. She has over 11 years of professional nanny experience including live-in and live-out. She has traveled extensively with families all over the world and prides herself on being discrete and confidential. Gnagna also has extensive experience...
Gnagna can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I've known Gnagna for several years, and has taken care of my children full-time for the past three years. Gnagna shows great attention to detail, compassion, and strong enthusiasm in everything that she does. She is vigilant about keeping a clean and safe...

Toya W.

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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: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

4.0
"She didn’t stay awake during overnight shift. It was a problem. "

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Hope R.


Granada Hills, CA

$19-30/hr7 yrs exp

Full Or Part-time Nanny Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Hope , I have been pursuing nannying as my full time job for the last 5 years. I absolutely love what I do and can't imagine working somewhere that doesn't involve some form of childcare. In the last 5 years I've worked for 2 families for long term, until my help was no longer required. Both families have had 2...
Hope can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"I absolutely love Hope. She has and is an incredible babysitter for my two kids 2 and 3. Hope started with us in January of 2017 and the only reason I'm writing this review is because I've decided to go back to being a Stay at Home Mom. She has been so gracious...

Jenny R.

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Luana is my favorite person! She was my nanny in 2018 and took care of my boys for a year, she took care of my baby who was only 2 months old and my other boy was 2 years old. she took care of them with a lot of love and care. I recommend her for sure."

Amanda L.

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Kristen G.


La Crescenta, CA

$26-30/hr17 yrs exp

Hello

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience nannying multiple children, caring for special needs, and animal care. My background is in musical theater so I love being creative with kids and developing their inner artist. I am very active so I enjoy taking kids to the park and enjoying the outdoors. I have a reliable car so I can...
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kristen was amazing managing 4 kids and a dog all at once. She kept them engaged with no screens. She also cleaned up before leaving and had the kids help with cleanup! "

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Amanda U.


North Hollywood, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been in the childcare industry for 18 years. Full of life and fun educational ideas! I have my degree in early childhood education. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as a certified food handler. I am a great driver with a clean record and used to even drive a school bus. I am very timely and responsible. I have...
Amanda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amanda was so great with our 4 kids. She plays with the kids and cares for them so much. The kids ask about her to this day. "

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Maria C.


Montrose, CA

$48-55/hr10 yrs exp

NCS

QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Over 20 years of childcare experience. NEWBORN CARE SPECIALIST. Over 6 years of teaching experience. CPR/First Aid Certified. Trust line Registered. Advanced Trained and Certified Newborn Care Specialist. Sleep training Parent educator. Registered and Member of The NCSA. BIO: Hi moms and dads,...
Maria can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Trustline Certified

5.0
"My husband and I hired Maria as a night nanny when my son was around 3 weeks old. Having help a couple nights a week saved us during those first couple months of parenthood. Maria also had lots of tips for new parents and I'm certain her advice helped us develop...

Lauren C.

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Madelyn B.


North Hollywood, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Responsible Sitter

Hello! I'm Maddie. After spending the last 10 years living bicoastally between New York and California, I've decided to settle in California and start my own family. Currently, I'm a stay-at-home mom and absolutely cherish every moment. Over the years, I've had the privilege of caring for wonderful, loving families, and I've...
Madelyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I interviewed Maddie for a nannying position to care for my 2-year-old daughter. Throughout the process, she was extremely responsive, flexible, and reliable, and my daughter absolutely adored her! She has significant experience caring for kids and has such a kind,...

Aliya R.

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Selina R.


Van Nuys, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

child care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, personable, trustworthy. I like working w/kids because I connect with them. I love teaching and being able to work through important milestones. I work with special needs children as a behavioral therapist for a little over 3 years. I have a total of 7 years experience working as a...
Selina can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Haydee M.


Burbank, CA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Clinical Medical Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Seeking a Caregiver position when I can apply my ability to provide clinical support to families and to perform patient care and duties necessary to deliver quality and services.
5.0
"Haydee is very attentive and caring for my son with special needs. She is open to learning anything about your child and what she needs to do. I highly recommend her."

Cynthia G.

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Florence B.


Los Angeles, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Chef/ Special Needs Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 18-years of experience with people with special needs, dementia, gastric tube feeding, and many other chronic illnesses. I'm a chef for many years, my specialty is vegan dishes. I am a life coach and I am ready to be of service. I love people and have a huge heart, practice love and compassion daily, have empathy....
Florence can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

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Chayla C.


Glendale, CA

$20-30/hr

Part Time Sitter

Hi ! My name is Chayla and I have been babysitting and nannying over the past 10 years . My experience includes special needs , additional support (laundry, housekeeping) , twins , and newborns . I am looking for a part time position for extra income to my household. I hope I can be a great fit for you !
Chayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hello my name is Martha for the pass 16 years I've worked with both Elderly care ! Companion Lady with special needs patients ! Also with special need infants . Bathing caring taking to outings , ASR's appointments , shopping , Bingo nights, parks , movies and dates with friends etc...
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I have a few years of consistent experience working with children who have special needs. I am certified (albeit in another state) as an ABA tech and worker that job for over a year. I stopped working there to pursue medical school, where I've already completed my pediatrics rotation. Other than that, I love interacting with...
Tamia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sun Valley, CA

Rona S.

5.0

Rona worked with my mom for over 5years as a care provider. She is fantastic! Rona is patient, friendly, helpful, trustworthy and very organized. She has all the qualities you would want when trusting to care for your love ones.

- Care member

Elyce L.

5.0

Elyce was a wonderful choice as a nanny. Unfortunately she was looking to work for a family for the next few years and we were not a right fit for her. I was very impressed with her skills and would have loved to have her join our family. We still may connect with her for babysitting as she is...

- Ashleigh U.

Jerome S.

5.0

We are so very grateful for Jerome's help. My dad had Parkinson's disease and Jerome took care of him until he passed away. Other than helping my dad with activities of daily living (showering, personal hygiene, changing clothes, etc), Jerome kept my dad safe from any falls. He also took my dad...

- Emily W.

Pernilla H.

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! Even the times I've needed to find a...

- Sierra J.

Gnagna N.

5.0

Gnagna is a professional nanny that helped us with our two active toddler girls. She is someone I completely trust with my children and they advanced in their development under her care. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

- Laura Z.

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