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Special needs caregivers in Vicksburg, MI

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Carrie L.


Vicksburg, MI

$11/hr

Compassionate

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I am a medical assistant and a Nationally Registered and licensed EMT (NREMT) in the state of Michigan. I have experience with special needs and emotionally challenged children and adults.
Carrie can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
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Devyn P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Babysitter

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Devyn! I'm 21 years old and currently just working, no school. My babysitting experience started back in 2012, and is still going strong! I've worked with all ages, but I have the most experience working with ages 1-5. I love building bonds with children and their parents! I'm comfortable with transportation, meal prep,...
Devyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Devyn is an amazing caregiver. She is always very engaged with my children. She goes above and beyond without us asking. I couldn't be more grateful for her being apart of our team!"

Jordyn P.

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Valerie O.


Portage, MI

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a 54-year-old mother of four, grown children and have 13 grandchildren. NON SMOKER and love pets! I recently became an "empty nester" and love kids! I would like to be able to stay locally and help families who need to work and go on much needed dates! I drove a school bus for 17 years (5 years with special needs), a former...
Valerie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would recommend her and hire again."

Wes M.

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Tanner P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, Available On Short Notice All Summer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Tanner! I'm 25 years old and currently a graduate student at Western Michigan University working on my second master's degree in special education. My first master's degree is in Behavior Analysis and I am a BCBA. I have extensive experience working with individuals with a myriad of special needs, but most of my...
Tanner can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Tanner is outstanding. She was instrumental to our family navigating educational and health changes that called for me to reach out for help. I wish she could have joined us when we moved out of state. Any family will be happy to have Tanner looking after house...

Jennifer N.

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Stephanie P.


Portage, MI

$11-15/hr

Home Health Aide

I have many years of experience in the care field, though not all professionally. I am a mama of three amazing kiddos. I have professional experience working with children as well as adults. I am currently working in an adult foster care home with adults with various mental illnesses. I am CPR and First Aide certified, as well...
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Tanner P.


Portage, MI

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Tanner! I'm a Georgia native currently living in Michigan to pursue my Master's in behavior analysis. Prior to moving, I had 3 years of experience as a behavior technician working with children as young as 18 months up to seniors with a range of disabilities. I look forward to working with you.
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Stephanie P.


Portage, MI

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I have previously worked in daycares as well as an autism center. I have 4 of my own kiddos. I am CPR and first aid certified. I currently work with senior citizens in their homes. I have also previously worked in adult foster care with special needs adults.
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Marcia R.


Portage, MI

$15-19/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate Person Who Has Raised Two Beautiful Adult Children

Hello! I am a professional woman, and I have raised two successful adult children. I have experience running a daycare when my children were younger, as well as having worked in the school system with special needs children. I have experience taking care of children of all ages outside of my family and within my extended family....
Marcia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Renee P.


Portage, MI

$11-20/hr10 yrs exp

Specialized Nanny

I have worked with special needs children. spinal biffida, cerebal palsy, ADD, ADHD, cognitive development.
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Samantha M.


Portage, MI

$11-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hard Working, Educated, Family Care Provider

Educated mama llama of two teenage girls here :) Family is everything to me! I am an experienced child care provider that has worked with kids of all ages and abilities, including special needs. With my degree in education and my life experience in of raising my two girls, I will be a great fit for you and your family!
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Bethany D.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I also have experience working with seniors with aging diseases. Currently work for WMU Center for Disability Services day programs.
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Joelle D.


Kalamazoo, MI

$18/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello everyone!! My name is Joelle and I am about to graduate at WMU with a major in Acting (so I am the BEST at playing make believe). I am extremely qualified to babysit/nanny: 10 years of babysitting and 6 of nannying, I have worked with up to 5 kids in the same household ranging from ages infant- 15!! (I also have a lot of...
Joelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!"

Francesca S.

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Jamie L.


Richland, MI

$24-50/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Of 6 Years, Available Tuesday, Thursday, And Weekends

Hello! My name is Jamie and I am 22. I'm currently based out of Lakewood CO, and I'm looking to change my job back to nannying after being a full time aesthetician for 3 years. I am friendly, adventurous, caring and I have about 6 years of babysitting/ nannying experiences. I absolutely love working with kids! I have worked with...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mary K.


Galesburg, MI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 25 years experience in special needs children/adult and elderly care. I am CNA certified. Most recently have worked for Hospice. I provide personal care in accordance with the care plan provided. Cares including but not limited to: Bed bath, tub or shower, check and clean nails, performs skin care, oral hygiene including...
Mary can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Mary helps take care of my 82 year old mother who has dementia and incontinence. Mary does a wonderful job. She sees to the overall well being of my mother ranging from light housework, laundry, cooking, medications, and showers. Mary is caring, trustworthy,...

Tamera M.

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Lisa W.


Kalamazoo, MI

$11-15/hr2 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Sitter Available Immediately

3.0

(2)

Hello! I am a 36 yr old special needs mom of 2 located in Southwest Michigan I have working in the special education field for about 2 yrs now various positions I would love to get to know you and your family!
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lisa is an absolute pleasure! My girls adored her! She's funny she's sweet.. my girls enjoyed the craft projects she brought with her for each holiday! Highly recommend Lisa "

Danielle K.

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Mary K.


Galesburg, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have experience in special needs children/adult and elderly care. I am a previous CNA. I provide personal care in accordance with the care plan provided. Care including but not limited to bed bath, tub or shower, check and clean nails, performs skin care, oral hygiene including denture care, dressing, toileting and elimination...
5.0
"Mary was an exceptional and very careing hospice worker who worked for one of my residents I my ad home. I had the privilege of getting to know her and to watch her with her patient in my home. She was always wonderful with him even though he could try your...

Deb C.

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Allison R.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15/hr2 yrs exp

About Me!

Hi! I am a current Michigan State University Student. I am studying Human Biology on a Pre-PA track. I am a certified Nurse Assistant, I have worked with special needs kids in the past, I was a summer camp counselor for a summer and have babysat before. I love being around children and have a younger sister!
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Dterra F.


Battle Creek, MI

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing & Dependable Caregiver

Hi my name is Dterra I have 10 years in the care giving Field, working with private families helping with Nannying / Family Assistance , dementia patients, Special needs children , Alzheimer's, Adult special care , experience with stroke care & also seizures . Medication prep , Cooking , transportation, bathing, cleaning ,...
Dterra can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, meal prep & more
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Claire S.


Kalamazoo, MI

$15-16/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Claire and I would love to babysit your kids! I am a first year graduate student at WMU. I graduated from MSU with a bachelor's degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders in 2024. I have had a significant amount of experience working with children in my life including babysitting, nannying (4 years),...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Vicksburg, MI

Devyn P.

5.0

Devyn is an amazing caregiver. She is always very engaged with my children. She goes above and beyond without us asking. I couldn't be more grateful for her being apart of our team!

- Jordyn P.

Valerie O.

5.0

Valerie helped us with infant care and was highly reliable. Once our boy was off to daycare, Valerie provided care as needed. We would recommend her and hire again.

- Wes M.

Tanner P.

5.0

Tanner is outstanding. She was instrumental to our family navigating educational and health changes that called for me to reach out for help. I wish she could have joined us when we moved out of state. Any family will be happy to have Tanner looking after house and home! JJN

- Jennifer N.

Joelle D.

5.0

Joelle is very kind and loves playing with my kids. They always look forward to when she's coming over next!

- Francesca S.

Mary K.

5.0

Mary was a joy to work with and very flexible with appointment times. She is very personable and caring. I would definitely hire her again.

- Kathy A.

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