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Jillian G.


Wilmore, KY

$15-20/hr

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I am currently attending college at AU. I am always looking for new experiences and to learn how different people experience the world. I have a church friend with mental disabilities, and she has really opened my eyes to ways of life that are different but just as valid and joyfilled.
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Aubrey C.


Wilmore, KY

$18-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Aubrey: Babysitter/Nanny

Hi! I'm Aubrey, and I am passionate about investing in children! My first babysitting job was at just 11 years old, and since then I have gained years of experience with daycares, babysitting, nurseries, and teaching children with special needs. I also have 5 years of experience in professional cleaning and take delight in...
Aubrey can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Crystal B.


Wilmore, KY

$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello my name is Crystal. I have worked with special needs, dementia patients, and the elderly. I am a Christian woman, who loves the Lord, and attends church. I have been a care giver for 3 years now, and I love it. I have great references with past clients that I still communicate with today, I have worked at Lords Legacy Life...
Crystal can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Paiton G.


Nicholasville, KY

$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter & Pediatric Nursing Assistant: Caring For Your Little Ones Day And Night

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Paiton, and I'm not your typical babysitter. In addition to being the go-to babysitter for my three nephews since their infancy, I have two years of experience as a Pediatric Nursing Care Technician at UK Children's Hospital. I've had the privilege of caring for children from all walks of life, including those with...
Paiton can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She is very caring, mindful, attentive, and loves caring for children. She has a nephew of her own and has plenty of games and activities to keep the children entertained while also learning and keeping up with their development milestones. While working at the...

Samantha D.

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Cassandra K.


Nicholasville, KY

$18-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Skiled Caregiver

I'm a caregiver with great experience and wonderful references. I love kids of all ages, and I'm a mother of 4. I've worked in the healthcare industry for over 20yrs.
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Jessica W.


Nicholasville, KY

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Advanced practice provider with more than 20 years experience as a registered nurse. Specialize in adult neurological nursing care, case management, and complex care situations.
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Mayme E.


Nicholasville, KY

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care Giver

I have 27 years in the Medical Field either in a clinic on the hospital floors as a CNA and I have worked in Doctors offices as a Medical Assistant. I have family members that is diagnosed with ADHA and I have taken care of them. I chose the medical field because I enjoy making a difference in peoples life's.
I am looking for work in the care giving field. I have several years experience working as a care giver, and have excellent references. I have over 7 years experience providing care, although mostly with children. I have a passion for working with people and believe it is my calling. I altogether have 3+ years experience...
Kayla can also help with: Visiting physician, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, home modification, errands & more

Kayla H.


Nicholasville, KY

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hello there! I am a 21-year-old college student with many years of experience in babysitting privately for families, as well as 4 years experience working as a caregiver for agencies and non-profit organizations. I worked for 1. 5 years as a Community Living Support provider for triplets who were diagnosed with autism (aged 4)....

Kayla H.


Nicholasville, KY

$10-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced PartTime Babysitter Available

I have worked for many years in childcare and special needs care. I have been a babysitter since I was 12 and have over 4 years experience working with children with Autism and children aged 6 months-16 years old. I have worked as a home CLS provider for a set of autistic triplets, age 4. I love children and enjoy providing a...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Margaret B.


Harrodsburg, KY

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

When I went back to work after raising my children, I decided to become a caregiver. I have 11 years experience caring for seniors, as well as three years experience working with people with special needs. Being a caregiver comes naturally to me. Helping someone to live a happy and fulfilling life is so important to me and very...
Margaret can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
5.0
"We hired her to care for our father and he thinks she is amazing and she does a great job giving us peace of mind."

Elizabeth C.

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Sherry H.


Lexington, KY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Medical Assistant

4.3

(6)

Female nonsmoker single in my 50s with a 2 yr associate degree science. Caregiver xs 30 yrs experience. Bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, medication reminders, feedings, special needs feedings, special diets, pt/ot/pulm/walking exercises, companionship, cooking, light housekeeping, laundry, shopping, bills, mailbox,...
Sherry can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Sherry is a caring person, and communicates with people easily; they love her humor and kindness. She makes you feel important by being a good listener. Her manner insures confidence. I have known Sherry for years and have never heard anything but good from...

Rae H.

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Heaven W.


Lexington, KY

$24-49/hr • 10 yrs exp

I first started my career in the department of mental health in the year 2014. I have since, worked with many different people of all different needs. I am experienced with all kinds of medical equipment; including, but not limited to, hoyer lifts and wheelchairs. Some services I offer are companionship, Tube feedings, wound...
5.0
"Her name says it all a deep understanding of where my mind is. Most Doctors don't have her bedside manner and common sense and I have excellent doctors. My only regret is not fighting harder to keep her. Please send her back to me but if you don't I can't blame...

Chris G.

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Brittany C.


Lexington, KY

$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Brittany, an experienced nanny and early childhood educator with over five years of experience working with toddlers. I have worked with children who have anxiety, sensory sensitivities, and special needs, and I love incorporating art and creative play into daily activities. I'm passionate about child safety and...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is sweet loving caring and above all trust worthy!"

Tavia C.

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Ashiera A.


Lexington, KY

$19-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Best Sitter Ever

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Ashiera or Ash. I've been babysitting for quite some time now. I help with homework chores and meal preparations. I also have experience with special needs kids. I grew up in a big family so I know how to take care of multiple kids at once. I enjoy what I do because just watching kids be happy and helping out families...
Ashiera can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is really good with the kids she babysits they always have good things to say about her she's willing to travel where ever if she's needed she's really fun always try her best to make the experience good for them kids and the parents I've never seen her get a...

Eriyah M.

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Jessica B.


Lexington, KY

$15-16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I love to take care of kiddos and make sure they are having fun while also maintaining a safe, respectful environment. I spent 3+ years watching three kids at a time including one with special needs. Also have experience in an elementary classroom setting where planning activities was necessary. Would love to bring joy to...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Jessica is amazing! My little one loved her, and he is usually very fussy."

Lily N.

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Maria R.


Lexington, KY

$18/hr • 9 yrs exp

Reliable And Responsible Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nanny and mom to a 5-year-old child. I have several years of experience caring for children as well as a clean driving record. CPR and AED certified by the red cross. familiar with sensory seeking and special needs children and comfortable with pets.
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maria has had many years experience in childcare long before she had her own child. She has watched my grandchildren for me on many occasions."

Lisa R.

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Kellie M.


Lexington, KY

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have over 32 years experience as a nanny, teachers aide, public day care and in home childcare. I have experience with infants to age 12, preemies, special needs including autism, and twins.
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jade W.


Versailles, KY

$17/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

With 7 years of babysitting and 4. 5 years as a nanny, I bring extensive experience in caring for children aged 3 months to 11 years. My passion lies in interacting, playing, and teaching, contributing to their holistic development. From infants, toddlers, young children, to special needs and young adults, I've worked across a...
Jade can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jade was enthusiastic and very hands-on with my boys. They loved having her around and were genuinely excited for her to come and sad for her to leave. She was just the extra hands that I needed!"

Nichole A.

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Madison J.


Lexington, KY

$18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter/care Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a junior nursing student (BSN) currently. I am in my Peds and OB semester. My goal is to become a pediatric nurse when I graduate (May 2020). I have spent a lot of time babysitting my friends' children. I am a volunteer teacher at a special needs "preschool" for ages 2-4. I babysit a 3-year-old stroke survivor as needed. I...
Madison can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Madison is sweet, funny, smart, and energetic! She loves kids and animals. We look forward to working with her in the near future!"

Brooke S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wilmore, KY

Paiton G.

5.0

Paiton was great with our two kiddos!! We will definitely use her again!

- Care member

Margaret B.

5.0

Margaret (Peggy) provided senior care for our mother for 7 years. She became part of the family as we were very confident and comfortable with our loved one in her care. Her demeanor is always pleasant, caring and patient. Peggy was flexible and did her best to accommodate appointments and...

- DickandKathy S.

Sherry H.

5.0

Years of experience. Great with people, loving and caring.

- Care member

Heaven W.

5.0

Her name says it all a deep understanding of where my mind is. Most Doctors don't have her bedside manner and common sense and I have excellent doctors. My only regret is not fighting harder to keep her. Please send her back to me but if you don't I can't blame you. She is that person that you never...

- Chris G.

Brittany C.

5.0

Brittany is the sweetest! She has cared for our daughter and has been so great with her. She meets her at her level, and understands and helps our daughter meet her developmental milestones. She is flexible and trustworthy. We love Brittany!

- Andrea B.

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