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Kayla E.


Waddy, KY

$16/hr8 yrs exp

Heart For Children

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kayla! I come from a large southern style family. My happy place is reading a good book, sitting by my hubby while he is fishing. I am currently working at the Butterfly Garden Academy but looking for a one family babysitting/nanny job. I was a nanny for 2 different families about 2 years each. I prefer to be...
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sandra G.


Lawrenceburg, KY

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Senior Care Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with diabetes, wound care, cirrhosis, Alzheimer's, dementia and COPD. I have worked with special needs, used a Hoyer lift and done hospice care. I am dependable, punctual and a caring person. I love elderly people and I enjoy being a caretaker.
Sandra can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, personal care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

I have experience in Alzheimer's/dementia, stone, paraplegic, quadriplegic, diabetes, GI tube, trach care, cath care, ROM, meds, tubal feeding, bathing, transportation, transferring, etc. I believe the patient I'm caring for is important, and I meet their physical and mental needs. I have over 9 years of experience and I enjoy...
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Teri D.


Frankfort, KY

$14-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Elderly Or Special Needs

5.0

(4)

I have six years experience as a caregiver working with elderly clients in their homes and two years experience working with special needs children. I enjoy working with clients helping them with daily activities and providing companionship. It is very rewarding knowing I can make a difference in someone's life. I have a current...
Teri can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Teri is an amazing caregiver. She was more than kind to my mom. She always went the extra mile to make my mom feel comforted. Teri even stayed overnight with mom when the family had to be out of town. She treated my mom like family and did lots of extras for her...

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Cynthia H.


Pleasureville, KY

$20-44/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Part Time Work (Caregiver, Babysitting, Cleaning)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love doing what I do. I have worked the last 12 years taking care of Adult with Mental Retardation. It's such a rewarding job. A little about myself: I have worked full-time the last 12 years for a group home for adults with mental retardation. I loved my job and the people I took care of. My duties included everything from...
5.0
"I am regaining control over my household clutter and neglect. Cindy came in with a wonderful spirit to help me clean. She started in the kitchen and scrubbed and scrubbed. She's coming back this week to make more progress- in other words, my clutter and grime did...

Marla J.

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Selena S.


Shelbyville, KY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

3.5

(2)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with 8 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing the growth and development of young minds. My previous babysitting roles allowed me to discover my knack for caring for children, and I'm excited to bring my skills to your family. I consider myself patient, calm, creative, and...
Selena can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Selena is EXCELLENT. She has cared for and bonded with my daughter as if she were her own. She is proactive and always keeping a watchful eye over my daughter with the best care possible. Selena has gone above and beyond scheduling us last minute too! Highly...

Lindsay V.

I'm a certified medical assistant, certified phlebotomy technician, and certified medical administrative assistant. I'm BLS certified. I have worked in healthcare since 2005 in group homes for special needs, primary care, pediatric, pain management, urgent care, pain management offices. I have helped take care of my grandparents...
Amanda Kay can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

I have a great great nephew who is almost 6 and has some speech delay and minor behavior problems. I do watch him full days sometimes once or twice a week when daycare is closed and few hours if needed in afternoon along with his 4-year-old brother who has no problems.
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Trish G.


Simpsonville, KY

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Grandmother

Retired, grandmother of 3 girls 6 years and under who live in TN. I have 30 plus years working with special needs individuals in a variety of settings. Looking for part-time work, including overnights or occasional weekends. Have been certified CPR and First Aid for 35 years. Can renew if required.
Trish can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kylie T.


Shelbyville, KY

$10-25/hr8 yrs exp

KJ

I also have quite a bit of experience caring for special needs children, from toddlers all the way up to teenagers. I am currently receiving education on this, but I have peer tutored since I was of kindergarten age.
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Kaliyah P.


Frankfort, KY

$18-22/hr2 yrs exp

I've been a RBT( registered behavioral technician) for a year and half! My specialty is early learners- ages 1 1/2 to 6 but I have worked with kids up to 16.
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Alaina R.


Simpsonville, KY

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently working at an ABA center as an RBT while living in Kentucky and am looking to move to Florida in the next 2 weeks! I have worked with children in many capacities. I have mentored students at an elementary school as a part of my early childhood development classes taken in high school. I have also been a peer...
Alaina can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Trish G.


Simpsonville, KY

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Over 25 Years Experience With Special Needs

I have over 25 years experience working with individuals with special needs. I am currently working in the field of Supported Employment with adults with a variety of disabilities. I coached Special Olympics in Ohio and was a Recreation Therapy Assistant. Interested in working part -time evenings, weekends or some overnights.
I am a married mom to three adult children and 2 fur babies. I am retired from the "business" world and would now like to fill my time helping others. I am energetic, compassionate, fun, hard-working and kind. Having raised 3 children, I am familiar with parental expectations, and will commit to care for your children as I would...
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Izzi D.


Frankfort, KY

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

One-on-one Jobs With People With Disabilities!

Hi!! My name is Izzi Davis I'd describe my personality as compassionate, supportive, and thoughtful. I like caring for people with special needs because they are the BEST people in the world. I'm looking for a job that is stable. I started caring for people with special needs when I turned 18. In my spare time, I like...
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Susan L.


Shelbyville, KY

$15-23/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have years of experience, both in child care/nannying and teaching. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support, Insulin Injections and many other supports for children with special needs.
I am a mother of two with 11 years of personal experience caring for children. I have a sister that has Autism and is non-verbal. I'm new to Lexington, I moved here for a job but because of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was laid off. I have flexible availability and I am available for short term and regular care. I have begun...
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Kennedy L.


Frankfort, KY

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

I'm a CNA and I'm also certified in first aid/ CPR, I love taking care of people and helping in any way that I can.
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Peyton K.


Frankfort, KY

$15-28/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Peyton and I am 27 years old. I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and provide ABA services to children with ASD. (I also have a background in daycare and dental assisting.) I have a 9-year-old Jack Russell Beagle mix named Lena who I adopted when she was 3 months old! My hobbies include kayaking,...

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I was a live in nanny for a newborn and have babysat from a day old to 16-year-olds. I have carpooled, helped with homework, cleaned the house, and cared for pets. I have babysat over six children at one time. I also have experience with babysitting a variety of special needs children. In the past I volunteered at church in the...
Audrey can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Audrey is quite simply a wonderful person and a fantastic nanny. Our twins were treated with love and kindness and they looked forward to seeing her every day. She is extremely patient and takes a real interest in the children's learning. I would recommend her to...

Laura P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waddy, KY

Teri D.

5.0

Teri is sweet, tender and extremely thoughtful. She authentic in her care. She works to keep everyone informed and updated on the care she provides. She is responsible with the duties she was asked to perform and went up above and beyond. Someone will be getting a gem in hiring Teri.

- Lori W.

Cynthia H.

5.0

I am regaining control over my household clutter and neglect. Cindy came in with a wonderful spirit to help me clean. She started in the kitchen and scrubbed and scrubbed. She's coming back this week to make more progress- in other words, my clutter and grime did not scare her away! Once we get...

- Marla J.

Selena S.

5.0

Selena is EXCELLENT. She has cared for and bonded with my daughter as if she were her own. She is proactive and always keeping a watchful eye over my daughter with the best care possible. Selena has gone above and beyond scheduling us last minute too! Highly recommend if you are looking for the...

- Lindsay V.

Audrey C.

5.0

I am so thankful to have met Audrey through Care.com. She cared for my 3 month old baby and 6 and 9 year old girls. Audrey was always on time, extremely reliable, dependable and pays close attention to detail. She was great with all my kids! Every minute the baby was awake, she was holding,...

- Jordan K.

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