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Find special needs caregivers in Valley Center, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Valley Center, CA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Valley Center, CA

Claudia is wonderful in the care of my elderly parents. She is professional, kind, an excellent driver, and flexible. We appreciate her so

Review for Claudia R. by Martha K.

She was absolutely a delight. I wish I could have had her full time. She was very caring for my father as well as respectful towards

Review for Maribel B. by Care member

Brenda cared for our loved one for only a short period, but in that time she left her mark. She is caring, compassionate, and really goes

Review for Brenda C. by Michele K.

Special needs caregivers in Valley Center, CA

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Claudia R.


Valley Center, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Full-Time

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am companion. I help prepare meals, take to doctors' appointments, helping with personal care and special needs. I have 10+ years of experience of being a caregiver. I have worked with people with dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson's, physical disabilities, etc. I am kind and caring, great attitude and enjoy working with anyone.
Claudia can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"....Claudia was always gracious, kind, understanding...and excellent in all her responsibilities...and very bright indeed"

Stephen W.

Currently working as a life skills instructor in a moderate/severe special education classroom with middle school age children. Previous experience working and caring for a-typical children and teens. Patient and empathetic. A fast learner and very resourceful and willing to accommodate to their specific needs.
I've always grew up around kids due to a huge family household! I've helped take care of my siblings and friends children. I started a career working with the elderly and would to expand my love and support! I've always loved spending time as a volunteer for special needs children, it brought back the inner child in me. I don't...
Ally can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

I have experience babysitting and nannying children of all ages and have worked extensively with children with special needs. I can help supervise all the fun summer activities: arts and crafts, cooking, and of course reading. I am previous Children's Library volunteer and I am comfortable with homework help and reading...
Helena can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Maribel B.


Escondido, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Geriatric And Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

15+ years working with geriatric and special needs adults. Experience ranging from: companionship, Alzheimer's/dementia, MS, MD, PD, to hospice care.
Maribel can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She was absolutely a delight. I wish I could have had her full time. She was very caring for my father as well as respectful towards myself. I would hire her in a heartbeat "

Care member

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Brenda C.


Escondido, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

The reason I consider myself the quintessential CNA, is I can help your loved one with any and all needs required... To include: bathing, transferring, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation, toileting assistance, medicine management, companionship and much more. I have experience caring for seniors with special...
Brenda can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Our family worked with Brenda for a year for my parents, both with dementia. She’s a terrific caregiver, patient and kind, with great communication skills and a very solid sense about medicine and nursing. Extremely reliable and trustworthy with a lot of...

Care member

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Kailee P.


Escondido, CA

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

Committed To Your Child's Growth And Happiness

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! My name is Kailee, and I have about 10 years of experience with ages infant-teens, including special needs children. I have worked in school (SPED paraeducator) and home (long-term/occasional) settings. In addition to caring for your child/children, I am willing to help out with light meal prep, housekeeping, errands,...
Kailee can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kailee was an excellent babysitter! She arrived early, asked lots of questions regarding our expectations for the evening and most importantly she was super sweet. Our daughter gave her 2 thumbs up! We'll definitely be hiring her again. "

Care member

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Rosa P.


Escondido, CA

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a professional caregiver with over 19 years of experience working with children, adults, and seniors with disabilities and or chronic medical conditions. I am seeking for a full or part time in-home position. Available for daytime or overnight hours. Services provided Day to day assistance with medical care Meal...
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Christian R.


Escondido, CA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Senior caregiver

I love helping people. I am a great conversationalist or just an ear to listen when necessary. And I am extremely reliable also like to clean on my down time. Also have experience with special needs children. CPR certified and Behavioral technician certified.
Christian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Teresa G.


Escondido, CA

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Care Giver/ Respite

My name is Teresa I like to go for walks gardening I speak good English also fluent in Spanish Am mother of three kids also experience with kids with special needs as a mother and as a respite worker/care giver I can help you with some errands/meals/some cleaning etc..
Teresa can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, respite care & more
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Debbie M.


Escondido, CA

$19-45/hr1 yrs exp

A Warm Heart For The Handicapped

I love assisting the handicapped, both children and adults. Since I live in a 55 plus community, I am around several adults in wheelchairs. I enjoy assisting them when ever I can. Before Covid, I attended a wheelchair dance. It was the most amazing thing to participate in. My dream is to do a Wheelchair Challenge event for the...
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Maria M.


Escondido, CA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

My Experiences And Some Services I Provide

Hi my name is maria , I am a certified nursing Assistant . I have had the honor of working with special needs children , with Autism , Ive also worked in skilled nursing facilities with seniors who have mental illness and different diagnostics . Ive been working in this career for almost 9 years . I have loved every minute of it...
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Chloe W.


Escondido, CA

$22/hr8 yrs exp

Loving Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated and passionate babysitter and nanny with 8+ years of experience. Skilled in creating engaging and nurturing activities tailored for each child's physical, emotional, and developmental needs. I am the oldest of 5 children and just adore kids. I am currently a masters level student studying mental health therapy with an...
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Micala H.


Escondido, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have volunteered working in a school with students with special needs for 3 years. I have worked with students with special needs in a school setting for 10 years. I have worked with students with autism, blindness, and behavioral issues.
Hello, My name is Brandi and I have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology from California State University San Marcos. I currently work as a Behavioral Technician for LEARN Behavioral in San Marcos with special needs children.
Brandi can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Linda S.


Escondido, CA

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a fun loving empty nester who whorls live to help your family thrive and grow with my set of skills we can work together to make your family's day run smoothly and you can rest assure your child is in safe loving caring and energetic hands. I can also help cook for your family when needed. I have been a day care assistant...
Hello, I am a mama to a beautiful baby girl. I have worked in a school setting with children of all ages off and on for 7 years. I also have worked with special needs children and have my behavioral technician certificates.
Christian can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kailee P.


Escondido, CA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Paraeducator

Hey there! I currently work as a special needs paraeducator, exposing myself to a wide range of physical and mental disabilities. I have worked with ages preschool-middle school in home and school settings. Through my job, I am Pro-Act trained, so I am able to handle difficult behaviors. At this time, I provide 1:1 behavioral...
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Maribel B.


Escondido, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs - Autism, Asperger's, Non-verbal, Speech Delay, Seizures, Aggressive Behaviors

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience working with and caring for geriatric patients/clients; I have limited experience working with teens and young adults, and children, my son, with disabilities of the nature listed above and challenges. Recently, my most current experience has been working with a young man who suffers from epilepsy,...

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