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Special needs caregivers in Wayne, MI
Anna W.
Wayne, MI
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
Have worked with infants to adults with a variety of special needs for 5 years in a variety of settings. Includes applied behavior analysis and respite care. Specializes in adapted communication systems and various medical needs. Flexible, has own transportation, and willing to work nights and weekends.
I have five years experience working with individuals with special needs, and severe medical needs, especially children with age ranges from 8 to 26. I also have experience tutoring, mentoring, and working with children between the ages of nine and 18. I also have experience tutoring, mentoring, and working with children between...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Thank you for looking at my profile. As I mentioned before my name is Amanda. I have been caring for children for over 20 years. I am certified in CPR & first aide. My educational background in the
medical field has given me the blessing of being a nursing assistant
and certified EMT prior to becoming a mom of a special needs...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
Hanan J.
Dearborn, MI
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been working for couple years, I'm a mother I have daughter, I've had more than 7+ years with experience with kids from the age 2 months-26 years old I also cared for handicapped kids and special care kids and special needs and I love kids I'm really interested in child development, On the bright side I love pets, crafts,...
Hanan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We are so pleased with Hanan’s care for our children. She is dependable, engaging, and has a natural rapport with kids, making each day enjoyable and productive. Hanan always brings a positive attitude and adapts well to our needs. We highly recommend her! "
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Amber, a dedicated childcare professional with experience as a nanny, assistant teacher, and paraprofessional. I've worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs, providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment.
My skills include designing fun and educational activities, assisting with...
Amber can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Amber is really great with all kids, she truly cares about her families (clients) that she's working for. She understand as a parent/guardian it's hard to just trust anyone with our children so to make that transition to having a sitter was easy and trustworthy,...
Alexis G.
Heather G.
Dearborn Heights, MI
$15-20/hr
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for special needs adults including one with seizure disorder. I'm happy to assist you with your family member as well.
5.0
"Heather is very nice and professional."
Randa K.
5.0
(1)
A passionate & reliable private duty caregiver with 10+ years experience in providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disabled individuals. Very knowledgeable in handling a variety of emergency situations. Proven ability to build trusting relationships with clients and their families, and expertise in providing...
5.0
"I have two children under the age of seven. My youngest son is nonverbal autistic so finding someone who is experienced as well as someone I could trust is extremely challenging. Finding Chelsea was the best thing that could’ve happened to my husband and I. It...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for the Geriatric and Developmentally Disabled, Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome communities, as well as Dementia and Alzheimer's. I have worked as a Med Coordinator, a Head Chef, and a AFC Home Manager. I offer consistent quality care. It is my goal to provide and help maintain a quality of life for my...
5.0
"Syretta is a hard-worker. Such attention to detail. She's kind, honest, trustworthy, compassionate and one of the best in her field. Your family will be lucky to hire her, she will provide your loved one with the quality of life they so deserve! "
Christina B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have raised two sons, one with special needs. I own three dogs of my own, I love all animals. I love to garden, read and craft. I am a child care giver.
Shaylynn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Shaylynn arrived on time and the visit went very well! Would hire her again."
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hi there, I've been a nurse for over 20 yr. Perhaps because I don't have children of my own, I think that may be why I'm so fascinated by them. Every day is a chance for them to learn something new and to be there and watch is (usually) a lot of fun! (usually).. Now having mashed potatoes thrown in my hair, well if it makes baby...
4.0
"Laura comes to work and is punctual. She has a good work ethic. Laura is kind, patient, and reliable."
Cheryl F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a recent college graduate in psychology, returning for my masters in social work in the fall. I am flexible with scheduling and have reliable transportation. I have been a babysitter all my life, as I am the oldest of 4 siblings. I have years of experience working with special needs individuals. My brother is on the...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
3.8
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I have 12 years of experience with kids of all ages, infants through teenagers. I am vaccinated against COVID-19. I'm an aunt to 4 kids, ages 9-19. I have experience with special needs, particularly Down Syndrome and Autism. I have experience with multiples (twins, triplets, quadruplets), including at infant's age. I also have...
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michaela came through for us last minute and was punctual and flexible and great with our little boy. Would definitely rehire"
Brianna H.
Katrina B.
Westland, MI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have 10 years of experience working as a care giver and have enjoyed every second. I look forward to working for you and your love ones .
Selena M.
Dearborn, MI
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Care-giving Nursing Assistant. Certified Nursing Assistant. Home Care Assistant. Reliable Assistant
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Selena. I have been a certified nursing assistant for 18years. started at Henry ford retirement center. I cross trained with many intense cases for few years.
Started working on my own by hiring agencies where I was able to match up with clients who need home health aid in the private of their own home
Within five...
5.0
"Selena is very caring, honest, and dependable. She took care of my closest friend during her final illness. She is able to do breathing treatments and handle medications and feeding tubes. I would hire her if a member of my family or myself needed care. She is...
Deb V.
Abigail B.
Belleville, MI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Recent BEd Graduate And Mother Of A Special Needs Child, Seeking Part Time Employment!
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I've had the joy of working with children for over 10+ years, in school and professionally. I graduated with Highest Honors from Michigan State University in May 2023 with a Bachelor's in Education (Elementary Y5-6th, Language Arts) and plan to pursue a Master's in education. I'm also a mom to a wonderful autistic 7-year-old boy...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"When we got home, the kids were in bed, the dishes were done, and the kitchen clean. Abigail anticipates your needs and just does them. "
Jessica T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for children from the ages of newborn to 12 years old. I also have provided after school programming for children from the ages of 13 to 18 years of age. I know that it is important to find reliable trustworthy help to care for your loved ones.
I have completed all of my background checks and they are...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I really have fun working and playing with kids! I have worked in several different childcare experiences. I have worked with kids in an after-school program, day care, church nursery, and summer camps. I have also worked with special needs kids at Therapeutic Riding and Soccer. I worked one on one with kids with disabilities at...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole was so great with my kids- she was incredibly attentive, gentle and so very kind. As part of her duties, she made breakfast and lunch for both kids, handled laundry and clean up. She was even great with our fur baby- taking him on walks with the kids! I had...
Katie T.
5.0
(3)
I am a certified nursing assistant of 14 years. I began working at a long term care facility. Where I gained experience with dementia and hospice patients. I am well trained with hoyer lifts, sit-to-stands, and gait belts. Some of my daily tasks were assisting with feeding, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and transferring...
Salida can also help with: Dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
5.0
"The kids loved her, such a pleasure to hire."
M B.
Meranda K.
Romulus, MI
$23-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Meranda. I have been a CNA for 10 years.
I have worked in nursing home centers, home health care, and hospice care. I also privately cared for a man with Williams syndrome. I have experience in taking blood sugar levels, giving insulin, transporting patients, ambulatory, feeding patients, administering medications,...
Melissa A.
Livonia, MI
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I have nannied for multiple families long term and have experience with newborns, multiples, twins, and special needs! I have 10 years of experience as a nanny and 7 years experience as a professional career nanny since obtaining a college degree. I am reliable, on time, and find myself to be pretty fun. I love spending...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"Melissa is an excellent nanny. She took care of our two girls ages 6 and 9 for the summer of 2021. We would have kept her in a heartbeat if the kids didn't have to go back to school full time in the fall. Melissa engaged them in a variety of activities so that...
Andrea S.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wayne, MI
Hanan J.
5.0
Hanan followed directions and promptly. She took care of all required needs. She also has an amazing personality and character,easy to communicate with understanding. The kids love her and constantly asking for her.
- Care member
Amber O.
5.0
Amber is really great with all kids, she truly cares about her families (clients) that she's working for. She understand as a parent/guardian it's hard to just trust anyone with our children so to make that transition to having a sitter was easy and trustworthy, but because she gave me that trust I...
- Alexis G.
Heather G.
5.0
Heather is very nice and professional.
- Randa K.
Chelsea P.
5.0
I have two children under the age of seven. My youngest son is nonverbal autistic so finding someone who is experienced as well as someone I could trust is extremely challenging. Finding Chelsea was the best thing that could’ve happened to my husband and I. It takes a special person to connect with...
- Care member
Syretta H.
5.0
I don't know where to begin. Syretta H. has been a part of our family for 4 years. She has taken care of our son S. who is a 29 year old male,weighs approximately 125 lbs., is quadriplegic and non-verbal. Sadly, we are moving to Florida and she cannot come with us. So, with a heavy heart, I am...
- Gail K.
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