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Find special needs caregivers in Winter Haven, FL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Winter Haven, FL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Winter Haven, FL

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Emilliana K.


Lakeland, FL

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

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I am a caregiver with compassion and caregiving skills that is ready to assist people with special needs live a better life. I have over six years of hands-on experience as a caregiver to a family member with special needs. I'm well versed in designing and implementing activities to keep someone with special needs engaged. I'm...
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Farrah L.


Bartow, FL

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care With Exceptional Compassion

I am a single mother of 2 who works in a school setting as well. I have experience with special needs and I also have a passion for caring for elderly and children. Caring for others and kindness are my specialty. I am able to handle alot of stress with calmness and ease.
Farrah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sierra M.


Bartow, FL

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Getting To Know Me

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Sierra and I am 28 years of age. I have over 14 years experience with children ranging from newborns to 13 years of age. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am very active. I enjoy playing sports (I coached soccer for 4 years and dance for 2), reading, art, and cooking. I have a season pass...
Sierra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Because I've grown up with a special needs sister, I've grown to love caring for and spending time with people alike. I am a volunteer coach for a special Olympics tennis team and was in Best Buddies all 4 years of high school. During the summer I spend time as a camp councelor for ages 11-13.
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Alisha H.


Lakeland, FL

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Aye, Aye, Captain!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Alisha. I am a dedicated and experienced sitter/helper for errands, pets, senior care, special needs, infants, toddlers, children, and teenagers, with years of experience providing professional services. I am a nurturing, compassionate, and reasonably firm & resolute individual who enjoys helping you and your...
Alisha can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Alisha was an absolute pleasure to coordinate and work with. I hired her while on vacation. My son said she played with her, was nice to her and loved her. Friendly and professional. I am happy to be a reference. Thanks for much needed mommy time."

Latasha M.

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Lindy Z.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked for comfort keepers for a year and received many credentials while there. I have experience with special needs and I can supply references if needed.
Lindy can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental hygiene. She even gives her foot rubs! My mother and the staff at her Assisted Living Facility love her. She has also...

Kimberly M.

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Callahan G.


Lakeland, FL

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Camp Counselor Who Misses Hanging Out With Kiddos!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting families in my hometown since I was 11 years-old and I have been a camp counselor at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp for the past four summers. I have also worked with children with special needs as a volunteer at Easterseals in Chicago, Illinois. I hope to create long-term relationships with families. My...
Callahan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
5.0
"Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work with. We feel incredibly blessed to have met her."

Maria S.

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Danielle T.


Davenport, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Mama And Outdoors Lover!

4.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of hands on experience and am a mama myself! I can help with cleaning the house, meal preparation, laundry, errands and pets! I love to take kiddos to museums, the zoo, and lots of outdoor fun. Extremely detail oriented, safe, and attentive. Being a mama, I want the best for your babies just like I would my own!...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We couldn't say enough great things about her! We have a now 3 year old (he was 2 months when Danielle started) and a 5 year old along with two rowdy pups. When I first went back to work I was nerve wrecked, and she was our first nanny. But she would text so many...

Melanie M.

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Victoria M.


Lakeland, FL

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Victoria! I am 24 years old and from Lakeland. I have worked over 500+ hours as a certified nursing assistant through UF Health. I graduated with my bachelors degree in Health Science from UF in 2022. I have spent a lot of time working with dementia and Alzheimer's patients through my work at an adult daycare...
Victoria can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Victoria helped us out for just a short time, but we had a great experience with her. She's knowledgeable, kind, and flexible."

Wilma D.

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Tracey B.


Haines City, FL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Local And Experienced Caregiver Available

20 years in health care. I specialize in Special needs care and elderly care. I have great communication skills, dependable and trustworthy. I also do light house keeping and meal preparations.
Tracey can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, hospice services, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Working with Tracey, I was able to get to know her as a caring person with a wise soul and calm demeanor. Her work ethic is where she really shines. That is why when my Aunt needed help with her elderly mother, I first thought of Tracey. She could be trusted to...

Melissa D.

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Aida R.


Davenport, FL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping , Crafts Drop off and pick up. I have experienced with special needs kids I've worked with special needs kids for the past seven years. I have an excellent driving record I have a CDL class B. I drove school buses for 10 years and as a part-time I also hand to care...
Aida can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Aida was very hands on with my three boys. Being 4, 3 and 1 they are full of energy and always on the go. She showed compassion, care and love for them as if they were her own. My oldest calls her AiAi and would rather her put them to bed than me. Exceptional and...

Courtney P.

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Allison D.


Lake Wales, FL

$20-32/hr • 8 yrs exp

Energy Filled Joy Giver

Caring for children has always come naturally to me but now, with a certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for 5+ years, my skills in empathy, organization, communication, discipline, receptivity, and working with a plethora of students and clients who may be on the Autism spectrum or have other special needs...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Allison is a very kind and knowledgeable woman with a a lot of experience with kiddos! "

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Marie R.


Lakeland, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

I am an Early Childhood Education major with more than 18 years experience, with a speciality area of Children With Special Needs ( Autism, Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida.....). I have been trained to feed children with G tubes. I have 15 +years of providing care for newborns and toddlers. I love fostering long relationships with...
Marie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Professional and kind. Great communication skills, a pleasure to work with. "

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Michaelle C.


Davenport, FL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) with 10+years experience senior care, special needs care, Demetia care and more. I am a Compassionate, Caring, Loving. Available 24/7.
Michaelle can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"When we first interviewed Mica to take care of our father, we were charmed by her warmth and personality. She was also very flexible in her scheduling to accommodate our needs. We hired her as a live-in caretaker for our father who was in hospice care. Mica was...

Thomas C.

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Brandy M.


Lakeland, FL

$20-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Homemaking Companion Care-giving Personal Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Home Health Aide. I am an approved provider with APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities). I am certified in CPR/First Aid. I have worked with the elderly and people with disabilities for more than 10 years.
5.0
"Brandy is very pleasant and accommodating. She has been there for me on short notice when I needed transportation to my doctor appointments. She answered me quickly when I reached out for help."

Marjorie H.

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Angela C.


Davenport, FL

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi There, I have experience with a plethora of different types of children. Most had special needs including Cerebral Palsy, Autism and Down syndrome. I have taken care of kids with learning disabilities as well. The last 2 families I was with had me travel with them to help with the infants and son with autism. I've worked...
5.0
"Super helpful with fixing up our kitchen and made it more functional while watching the kids !"

Mary L.

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Julisamar C.


Davenport, FL

$13-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have experience with babysitting family members and I've babysat one of my mom's student who has special needs. I've worked at a summer camp for two years supervising 20+ kids and providing fun activities such as crafts and sports. I've volunteered at Elementary Schools before and in Extended Day programs. I am very flexible...
Julisamar can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Carrie L.


Mulberry, FL

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am a very compassionate Companion. I am CPR and first aid Certified. I am comfortable with bathing and all Active daily living needs. I am widowed with a special needs 18 years old child looking for an extra source of income. I have worked with a few patients with dementia and altzheimers over the years. Any questions feel...
Carrie can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands
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Stephany M.


Lake Wales, FL

$15-17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Little Bit About Me

I'd describe my personality as amicable, patient, and caring! I like working with kids because they have lots of energy, and they are always learning new things as well as having new experiences and being able to be a part of that. I started working with kids when I was in high school as a part time job after school and during...
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Kymberllie M.


Haines City, FL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

.

Hello, my name is Kymberllie, I am 29 years old and I am a professional special needs caregiver, I have a two of experience working with a family doing child care and cleaning, organization, food preparation, laundry, grocery shopping and other activities. I am looking for a full time job from Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Winter Haven, FL

Alisha H.

5.0

Alisha was an absolute pleasure to coordinate and work with. I hired her while on vacation. My son said she played with her, was nice to her and loved her. Friendly and professional. I am happy to be a reference. Thanks for much needed mommy time.

- Latasha M.

Lindy Z.

5.0

Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental hygiene. She even gives her foot rubs! My mother and the staff at her Assisted Living Facility love her. She has also provided transportation for my...

- Kimberly M.

Callahan G.

5.0

Callie is the best! So sweet with our little man. Genuinely caring and kindhearted. Very helpful around the house. An absolute joy to work with. We feel incredibly blessed to have met her.

- Maria S.

Danielle T.

5.0

We couldn't say enough great things about her! We have a now 3 year old (he was 2 months when Danielle started) and a 5 year old along with two rowdy pups. When I first went back to work I was nerve wrecked, and she was our first nanny. But she would text so many photo's throughout the day without...

- Melanie M.

Victoria M.

5.0

Victoria helped us out for just a short time, but we had a great experience with her. She's knowledgeable, kind, and flexible.

- Wilma D.

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Ratings for Winter Haven, FL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Winter Haven, FL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.