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60 special needs caregivers are listed in The Villages, FL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years
Special needs caregivers in The Villages, FL
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked for special needs clients, seniors and children. I have a warm balanced personality aiming to effectively fill the overall needs of the individuals and/or families I choose to provide care for. I proactively accomplish this by utilizing my creative nature, along with my broad experience and education to deliver top...
5.0
"I have an adult special needs brother that lives with us. He's 45, but 7ish mentally and nonverbal. I can't say enough good about Synthia. I hired her to be a friend/mentor to my brother so he would have some autonomy in his life provide him with a fun, social...
Tawnya W.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I have been in healthcare all my life. I have experience with dementia, strokes, special needs and many illnesses. I am compassionate and an experienced caregiver.
I can do household tasks, Dr. Appointments, travel, grocery shopping, companionship, reorganizing your home, laundry, light house work, etc.
I am able to do...
Pamela can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pam is a warm caring person who is willing to help in any way she can. She has helped me with organizing and many other tasks. I recommend her highly. "
Care member
Hello, My name is Pam and I have a 24-year-old Autistic daughter and a 23-year-old daughter with Epilepsy and mental illness. I can provide help with date nights, getting out or taken a break. I can be flexible on dates and have 20 years experience with disabilities.
Hi! I moved to the South a few years ago from New Jersey to be closer to my family (I moved to the Villages a couple of months ago). I spent many years working for an agency that provides community residential support to seniors and individuals with intellectual disabilities. I started out as a direct care worker and was...
Jennifer H.
The Villages, FL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a retired nurse with 22 years of experience in all fields. I have a sister who is 12 years older than me and has Hydrocephalus with seizures, developmental delays, amd Autism, who I have helped my mother take care of my whole life. I have experience with lifts, suctioning, tube feeding, and a multitude of other tasks....
Margaret C.
The Villages, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Reliable And Trustworthy Special Needs Provider
Do you need help caring for yourself or a loved one after a surgery when you've come home from Rehabilitation? I am retired nurse anesthesiologist, however I still maintain an active registered nurse (RN) license. I'm able to help with medications, care, bathing, physician...
Jennifer H.
The Villages, FL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jenn and I am retired nurse with over 20 years of experience with infants and children. I am CPR and first aid certified, and love arts and crafts! I have taken care of children as young as newborns through 16 years of age, as well as special needs of all ages. I love Miss Rachel, Bluey, and all things kid...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked with kids of all ages and their parents from all walks of life and various cultural backgrounds. I have studied developmental psychology, RIE philosophy, Montessori, Non-Violent Communication and completed the early childhood development classes to teach preschool. I'm skilled at organizing educational activities at...
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Synthia D.
The Villages, FL
$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Please Check My Special Needs Profile For More Detailed Information
I have enjoyed providing top level care for my senior clients. I am a certified Direct Support Professional, with CPR/First Aid, Specializing in Dementia and Behavioral health. Please visit my special care needs profile where I have listed detailed information of my skills, education and experience.
Synthia can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have well over 29 years of experience with all kinds of health care needs from children to special needs to seniors. I have worked in hospital settings to group homes and homes. I have Knowledge with many illnesses, some of them are dementia, epilepsy, tbi. I have been trained to work with a lot of medical equipment as well. I...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
I was a special education teacher for 35 years in Massachusetts. I've worked with a wide range of disabilities, from severe to moderate disabilities and of all ages.
Sheri R.
The Villages, FL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Let Me Take Care Of You Or Your Family Like They Are Family.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in a variety of different care-giving positions for over 20 years. I have worked as a nanny, a home health aid, with elderly and with individuals with developmental disabilities. Before moving to Florida, I lived in Pennsylvania and cared for two gentlemen in their 60's in my home. One with developmental...
I was a special needs teacher for 35 years and recently retired. I currently do respite for a few families in the Villages.
Dorothy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi families, I'm Hunter! I am looking for a kind family to invest in and assist in the growth of your little ones! I have 5 years of nanny experience with some experience working at a preschool as well. In addition, I have also coached basketball for 7 years and taught swim for a couple of years too. I have had the wonderful...
Hunter can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
I was a special needs teacher for 35 years, I'm patient and reliable. Helping the elderly is rewarding and wonderful. I want families to know their loved ones are in good hands. I am CPR and AED certified.
Dorothy can also help with: Dementia, respite care, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance
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: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, respite care & 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.
Donna P.
Leesburg, FL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver, Educational Therapist, Or Combination Nanny/Tutor
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
All my life since High School, I have worked for special needs families, either as a caregiver, a camp leader, a peer tutor, a Big Sister, a classroom aide, teacher, tutor, or diagnostician. I find that the unique pattern of strengths and needs that these children possess help reflect how the world treats them, and when we treat...
5.0
"Donna was a trusted tutor for A. She worked with A. daily as A. struggled through a difficult curriculum at a private school. When she started with A. in fourth grade, A. was reading at the first grade level. She could read grade level textbooks two years later...
Isabel G.
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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
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: Companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia & more
5.0
"Lindsey is stellar, an amazing and trusted caregiver who goes above and beyond."
Russell S.
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.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in The Villages, FL
Synthia D.
5.0
I have an adult special needs brother that lives with us. He's 45, but 7ish mentally and nonverbal. I can't say enough good about Synthia. I hired her to be a friend/mentor to my brother so he would have some autonomy in his life provide him with a fun, social outlet. She takes him on outings a...
- Tawnya W.
Pamela S.
5.0
Pam is a warm caring person who is willing to help in any way she can. She has helped me with organizing and many other tasks. I recommend her highly.
- Care member
Jill D.
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.
Donna P.
5.0
Donna was a trusted tutor for A. She worked with A. daily as A. struggled through a difficult curriculum at a private school. When she started with A. in fourth grade, A. was reading at the first grade level. She could read grade level textbooks two years later using the Wilson program and...
- Isabel G.
Lindsey M.
5.0
Lindsey is stellar, an amazing and trusted caregiver who goes above and beyond.
- Russell S.
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Ratings for The Villages, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in The Villages, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.