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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Tavares, FL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in Tavares, FL
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. Over the last four years, I have been supporting adults with special needs in achieving independent and rewarding lives. Within their homes, I provide support with tasks like cooking, cleaning, bill management and personal hygiene. Additionally, I accompany them for...
Wendy can also help with: Companionship, personal care, mobility assistance
5.0
"I really enjoyed my time with Shaye, but unfortunately, we are losing her outstanding care due to our family changes. Shaye has been remarkably professional, competent, and easy to work with. Her research prowess is evident in the detailed information she provides...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have many years experience caring for children with and without special needs. Iam very responsible and reliable. I have great references!
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Special Needs Care
Melody L.
Apopka, FL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am Melody and I'm a natural born care provider. I am outgoing, friendly, dependable, honest, super patient and come with over 20 years of hands on experience.
I am a trained home health aid and my goal is to provide a safe place where your loved one can thrive and be cared for. I can prepare food, provide...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I am a certified care provider with compassionate & caring experience with children & seniors. Also, health, wellness & nutrition specialist, home organizer, & have special-needs experience, My glowing recent, local references speak for themselves. I am highly qualified, creative, patient & secure with children, seniors &...
Kathy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathy is a mature, dependable and responsible, loving and caring woman. I highly recommend her for any position. You will not be disappointed."
Jennifer W.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Gloria, I'm a grad student in being a midwife and have experience with being a Nanny the past three years. I have 8+ years of experience babysitting and nannying children ranging from one year to teens. My past job was for a family of two girls. I am creative, flexible, and love to be active, have some experience with...
Gloria can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Gloria is a truly amazing babysitter and mothers helper. I hired her during my pregnancy for the extra help, she has been nothing but dependable, responsible, loving and helpful. She works from her heart and has always excel my expectations in her duties. She...
Josephine H.
Ashley S.
Apopka, FL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a certified nursing assistant since 2008 I have worked with special needs since 2006. I also have a special needs child. I have two brothers that have disabilities. Working in DD waiver homes. Capable to do meds transferring any physical care needed. I have my certified nursing assistant medication Tech and one Tech...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a Respiratory Therapist as well as a Registered Nurse. My professional background of 20+ years includes: Emergency Room and Critical Care Nursing. I also have experience with both newborn, pediatric, and adult patient care populations. I have also worked as a Home Health Care Nurse and in Physician Offices. I hold high...
5.0
"We had Tricia watch our special needs son while we were on a trip in Florida. She was very sweet and knowledgeable. It was such a relief to leave our son knowing he would be well cared for. She fed him, tube fed him and gave him a breathing treatment in addition to...
Tiffany H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. I have lived in Clermont, Florida, for 22 years with my husband and son. In addition to raising my son who is now 18 years old, my background in caregiving includes the care of children of all abilities, as well as serving as a companion to special needs adults. I'm...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Wendy (goes by Shaye) takes care of my 4 year old daughter with special needs and 2 year old son weekly. She is professional and caring. My kids look forward to seeing her and I feel completely comfortable with them in her care. She was willing to learn how to feed...
Tember B.
Jill D.
Lady Lake, FL
$21-29/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in field of elderly care and special needs for 18 years professionally. I am extremely reliable and I pride myself on accountability. I am huge fan of open communication and trust... Please reach out for a meet and greet to see if I would be great asset to your family's needs...
Jill can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, respite care, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jill is a treasure. Under extremely difficult circumstances caring for my mom who has advanced dementia Jill never lost her composure or sense of duty.
Jill is kind, understanding and compassionate and anyone would be lucky to have her in their employ."
Carolyn B.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I previously taught high school in the UK before relocating to the US in 2003. since being in the US I have gained several years experience and training in the child care and caring industry. Including a diploma in early childhood education CDA certification in child care, 45 hours children and family training. I have also been...
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Mrs. Barbara is a dedicated woman and her assistance with my grandson has been amazing. She has provided him with so much attention and affection. If at any point in time my schedule changes she quickly adjusts to my circumstances, she understands that at time,...
Claudene M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a passion for working with children, children with special needs, as well as senior citizens. I have been in the education system for over 32 years, and have worked with regular education children, as well as children with autism, speech impairments, and behavior needs. I love what I do and would love the opportunity to...
5.0
"Fonteshe assisted my 19-year-old son with special needs as his job coach when he started his new job. She was extremely interested in consulting with his head coach and how to help him prior to starting the position. Once his job started, she was there to help him...
Jacey S.
Lindsey M.
Wildwood, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient And Gentle Care And Companionship For Your Loved One
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! Thank you for your consideration in my bio in caring for your loved ones. As a mother of two teenagers, in addition to being a long-time nanny and a school teacher, I pride myself on being a very loving, motherly, patient person.
I love taking care of my family, cooking three meals a day, keeping the house tidy, and...
Lindsey can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, respite care, personal care & more
5.0
"Lindsey is stellar, an amazing and trusted caregiver who goes above and beyond."
Russell S.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. Over the last four years, I have been supporting adults with special needs in achieving independent and rewarding lives. Within their homes, I provide support with tasks like cooking, cleaning, bill management and personal hygiene. Additionally, I accompany them for...
5.0
"Is a very special caregiver that always takes time to listen and always provides wonderful care and friendship!
My son Matthew and I think she is the best!"
gayle C.
5.0
(1)
I am a fast learner with a passion for health and child development. I love working with children. I feel it is imperative that they learn to function as independently as possible. I have experience as a Registered Behavioral Technician with 10+ years of child care experience, ranging from typical to neuro-typical children. I...
5.0
"Kendra has been an amazing caregiver for our special needs daughter. She worked with us full time for 8 months. She's dependable, trustworthy, calm , sweet, smart and goes above and beyond. My typical daughter adores her as well. Any family would be lucky to...
Melissa R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I, m an Asian lady, caring and responsible. I have had experience with Dementia patients, Alzheimer, s disease patients, and also bedridden patients. I have also worked with patients that just needed care and companionship. I cook, do light housework and laundry.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience babysitting and helping out with housework. I have two younger siblings, including one with special needs and I have assisted with their care.
I absolutely love cooking, painting, reading and animals. I'm going to school to study special education/child care.
I am able to help out with any...
Aysia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kids enjoyed their time with her, after they ate dinner she took care of the dishes. A very nice young woman, thanks for your time."
John L.
Hayleigh R.
Groveland, FL
$13-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an outgoing, friendly, and very caring caretaker. I love spending my free time with my friends and family! I started babysitting for my younger twin brothers, as they got older I started babysitting for other families as well, and in January of 2021 I got the opportunity to become nanny/ house manager for an amazing family...
Hayleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"HAYLEIGH assisted with early mornings for my son. She would take him to school and also occasionally pick him up from school as needed. She is super friendly and very kind. I instantly felt at ease with her and trusted her to drive my son to school. She was...
Sarah B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! Thank you for your consideration in my bio in caring for your loved ones. As a mother of two teenagers, in addition to being a long-time nanny and a school teacher, I pride myself on being a very loving, motherly, patient person.
I love taking care of my family, cooking three meals a day, keeping the house tidy, and...
Barbara G.
Orlando, FL
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Several years of caring experience in nursing homes, through agencies or private cases CPR/First aid references available on request.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a qualified & certified health care provider with recent references. Qualified health & wellness provider, compassionate & caring. I love seniors & pets & all humanity. Highly qualified caretaker. It would be a privilege to interview with you. Thank you!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tavares, FL
Wendy M.
5.0
I really enjoyed my time with Shaye, but unfortunately, we are losing her outstanding care due to our family changes. Shaye has been remarkably professional, competent, and easy to work with. Her research prowess is evident in the detailed information she provides and the thoughtful questions she...
- Care member
Kathy A.
5.0
Kathy is a mature, dependable and responsible, loving and caring woman. I highly recommend her for any position. You will not be disappointed.
- Jennifer W.
Gloria I.
5.0
Gloria is compassionate, kind and strong. A great sitter to my three kids.
- Care member
Tricia A.
5.0
Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in the medical field. She even cared for my pets when I had to travel. She checks on us regularly, and always goes above and beyond. I recommend her most highly.
- Theresa F.
Wendy M.
5.0
Wendy (goes by Shaye) takes care of my 4 year old daughter with special needs and 2 year old son weekly. She is professional and caring. My kids look forward to seeing her and I feel completely comfortable with them in her care. She was willing to learn how to feed my daughter who is g-tube...
- Tember B.
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