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Special needs caregivers in Walkerton, IN

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Olivia V.


Walkerton, IN

$15-50/hr9 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Olivia and I am currently a second year student at Indiana University majoring in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences. One thing you should know about me is I have tons of experience! I have around 8-9 years of experience with children of all ages. Besides having experiences with all ages ranging from less than a...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jessica L.


Plymouth, IN

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have Babysit 6 children, 3 of them were special needs, autistic, and ADHD. I also took care of a 67-year-old woman, Bathed, cooked, cleaned, changed her diaper, gave her meds, insulin shots. she was diabetic, high blood pressure, heart problems, pick her up move her around, she wasn't able to get by on her own
5.0
"Jessica is reliable, responsible and eager to learn the specifics of our family's needs. She is proactive and creative with caring for our sister, but she also knows when to ask questions and is respectful of our wishes. She is doing an excellent job for our...

Maureen B.

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Lori C.


Plymouth, IN

$24-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi Friend!

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Technician with a passion for helping individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Seeking a rewarding position where I can apply my knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques to assist in the development and growth of individuals with special needs! I specialize in trauma...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Lily C.


Plymouth, IN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! During my senior year of high school, I participated in a child development internship. For this internship, I spent half the school day helping in a special education preschool. Then I moved for college, but every break I got I came back and volunteered in that same preschool. During my second semester of college, Covid...
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Lily C.


Plymouth, IN

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello! I have about 5 years of experience. Even before that I spend many of my weekends and summers babysitting kids from my church and I helped raise my two little brothers (both who are special needs), so little to say I spent most of my life watching over children. During my senior year of high school, I interned at a special...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Madyson L.


South Bend, IN

$13-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children. My years of babysitting have solidified my love for childcare. I'm a patient, calm, and creative individual with five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open and honest communication with...
Madyson can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Angela C.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had custody of a child from birth to 12 yrs of age with ADHD, development delays, and separation disorder. He is now 15 yrs. old and doing well. I have also worked with other mentally challenged teens and young adults as well as seniors.
5.0
"Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much...

Sara B.

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Nanny and post partum doula. Infants, preemie , toddlers, school age, multiples, overnights , special needs, Cerebral palsy, developmental delays, feeding tubes, total care, Alzheimer's, CNA and HHA licenses. CPR certification, vaccinated.
5.0
"Sue was a wonderful nanny for our daughter from when she was 7mos until ~18mos old. She was able to manage our daughter's g-tube and then helped us transition her to food full-time, which took so much care and patience. She was loving, perceptive, and one of the...

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My life has been around children. I was the neighborhood sitter in my youth. I have been a nanny in South Bend and Chicago. I have experience as a postpartum doula working with multiples. I also have experience with special needs children, having worked at a Rosie Place(respite care for medically fragile children in South...
Susan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Sue was fantastic with her knowledge if infant development and the needs of busy moms. She stepped up for me to help during a time where I needed help with my infant. Her experience is extensive and she was dependable, kept my newborn engaged with activities and...

Teresa K.

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Irelyn S.


La Porte, IN

$17-28/hr2 yrs exp

With 2 years of paraprofessional experience, I have developed a deep sense of care and patience when working with students. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Special Education, with a focus on mild to moderate disabilities, I am equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to provide inclusive and individualized support....
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Sabrina S.


Mishawaka, IN

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

I have watched children for most of my life. From changing my own sister's diapers at the age of 5; to watching children from care. com currently in my 20's. In my family, I have 2 sisters, and 1 brother. I've cared for all of them at certain times of my life! Raising children is a big responsibility, and if I can help take that...
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Tayler P.


Mishawaka, IN

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

3 years experience working with children with ASD. Have helped kids learn how to communicate. Worked with kids with physical disabilities.
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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Friendly, Caring Companion With Experience

hello! I am a 22-year-old college student currently finishing my psychology degree at Indiana University South and starting graduate school for occupational therapy in fall 2022! I worked as a camp counselor at a summer camp for individuals with special needs from 2014 through 2019 and as a direct support professional with Logan...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning
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Violet M.


Notre Dame, IN

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, I Am Violet!

I am currently attending Saint Mary's College. I am in the nursing program, and planning to graduate with a bachelors in nursing. In the fall I will be a sophomore. I was a caregiver for the Bandar family, entrusted with the care of their three children, twin boys, aged two, and an 8-year-old boy. I provided childcare services,...
Violet can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Caitlyn H.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night/Weekend Sitter

Hi! I have had 10 years of experience babysitting children. I also have 2 years of experience with assistant teaching and one and a half years with an after school daycare. My main job is being an EA for a local school corporation. I have worked with children with special needs now for 8 years. I did go to college to pursue a...
Caitlyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver With Special Needs Training And Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

hello! I am a 24-year-old graduate student pursing my masters degree in occupational therapy. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and respite caregiver. I have experience assisting individuals with ADL's such...
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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a CNA and home health aide. I have worked in 2 facilities in Elkhart on the Alzheimer's unit and long term care unit. I have worked in the home as well. I currently am helping a lovely gentleman a few mornings a week get up for the day and eat breakfast, take his meds and blood sugars. I also helped his family go through...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, respite care, errands, transportation & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Sarah S.


South Bend, IN

$17-33/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny With Special Needs Training And Experience!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

hello! I am a 23-year-old college student currently finishing up my bachelors degree in psychology with plans to begin my masters degree in occult therapy in august 2023. I have 7+ years experience working with children, elderly, and disabled individuals. I have worked as a camp counselor, nanny, direct support professional, and...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been a nanny for five years. I took a year break to gain some clinical experience. I have worked with pediatrics, special needs, and urgent care. I am CPR, and AED certified, with a medical assistant license. I am currently going to school to be a pediatric doctor! I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, and...
Jayden can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Valerie J.


South Bend, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience in the home health field. I've worked with the elderly, developmentally disabled and special needs. I pass medications, cook, clean, and assist with showers and grooming. I'm CPR and first aide certified, have taken classes in pharmacology and med core classes.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Walkerton, IN

Jessica L.

5.0

Jessica is reliable, responsible and eager to learn the specifics of our family's needs. She is proactive and creative with caring for our sister, but she also knows when to ask questions and is respectful of our wishes. She is doing an excellent job for our family.

- Maureen B.

Angela C.

5.0

Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much needed rest knowing our baby was...

- Sara B.

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was a wonderful nanny for our daughter from when she was 7mos until ~18mos old. She was able to manage our daughter's g-tube and then helped us transition her to food full-time, which took so much care and patience. She was loving, perceptive, and one of the reasons our daughter is thriving...

- Care member

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue.

- Care member

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