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Special needs caregivers in Wyandotte, MI

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Courtney E.


Wyandotte, MI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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Female caregiver specialist in both special needs and senior care. Over 10 years experience
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Meghan M.


Wyandotte, MI

$15-17/hr5 yrs exp

I Like To Work With Everyone And Anyone!

I am currently working with developmentally disabled adults in a day program. I have been with the company for four and half years. It is half day program in which we take the individuals out into the community. We do activities such as bowling, volunteering, arts and crafts, shopping, visiting parks, etc. I also have many...
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Gail S.


Wyandotte, MI

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Buddy

I have 20+ years of experience working with special needs, 17 years directly with autism. I'm a special needs mom of an autism angel. He gained his wings in 2017. I'm now able to move forward and want to help families with the care of their special needs loved ones so they can have much needed breaks. Taking them to the park,...
Gail can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Christen B.


Wyandotte, MI

$13-30/hr

Social Worker By Day, Caregiver By Evening

CPR/ first aide certified, experience with special needs individuals of all ages, experience with elderly individuals with behavioral challenges, medication administration and Alzheimer's / dementia . I'd be happy to help with meal prep, grocery shopping, and provide companionship. I am a school social worker for a local...
Christen can also help with: Transportation, errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

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Lauren D.


Melvindale, MI

$15-26/hr7 yrs exp

My Name Is Lauren! I Love Kids I'm Ready To Shape Young Minds Whole Also Having Fun!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm lauren! I have multiple years of experience taking care of kids. (2 professional years) I took care of my sister who is on the spectrum, also I have experience working at a daycare, lastly I monitor special needs students for trinity transportation. Throughout my time in school I had many babysitting opportunities that I...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We highly recommend Lauren! She was amazing with our 5 and 7 year olds, they absolutely adored her! "

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Kim S.


Romulus, MI

$11-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver

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...
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Jc B.


Lincoln Park, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant And Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 30 years of experience in Home and Health Care, Project Management, Personal and Virtual Assistance, Housekeeping, House/Vacation Sitting. I am hardworking, diligent, honest, caring and responsible. Your loved one's care is important. I also have Special Needs experience. I have a college education. I am CPR and...
Jc can also help with: Respite care, specialized care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
5.0
"Juanita is a fantastic! A magnitude of talent/expertise; a "Jill of all Trades". Dependable, reliable, responsible, hardworking, flexible, goes above and beyond requirements. Proactive, always going to the next level with forethought and care."

Barron M.

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Chelsea P.


Taylor, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver

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...

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Anthony S.


Trenton, MI

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Mentor And A Friend!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Anthony S and I have 2 years experience as a Behavior Technician at Merakey in Dearborn. I've worked with ages 3-18 years old with kids on the autism spectrum. I've worked to correct behaviors, improve academic performance and social awareness. Fun is at the core of my work philosophy. Success favors the fun...
5.0
"Anthony is a great fit for my 28 year old Special needs young adult son. He is very enthusiastic and has great ideas he brings along from his ABA training. He is currently helping with getting my son back out into the community and providing supervision to help him...

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Hanan J.


Dearborn, MI

$25/hr7 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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."

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Amna E.


Dearborn, MI

$23-50/hr4 yrs exp

Pediatric Behavorial Technician/caregiver

Behavioral Technician | 4+ Years of Experience in Autism and Special Needs Care I am a dedicated Behavioral Technician with over four years of experience working with individuals with autism and special needs. My expertise includes behavior intervention, skill development, and implementing evidence-based strategies to support...
Amna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Norkyna S.


Taylor, MI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I first started out working with special needs children for 9 years. Then I move to working with adult and the elderly and have been doing that for a long time I have 15 plus years in doing this time of job . I really enjoy it.
Norkyna can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

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Virginia M.


Dearborn, MI

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

I am currently director and volunteer coordinator for a local church children's ministry with childcare and child development background. I have experience through coursework, as a summer camp counselor and a daycare assistant teacher. I also have special needs experience specifically with Autism and other developmental...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Stephanie H.


Trenton, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I am a certified caregiver for children with special needs, but I have experience with children of all ages and needs. My younger sister has Angelman Syndrome and Epilepsy, so I do have experience with those things specifically.
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alana M.


Allen Park, MI

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I am a senior at the University of Michigan and love working with kids! As the oldest of 4 and an aspiring pediatric SLP, I been babysitting for over 7 years for a number of families and have taken many courses in education and child development. I have worked as a substitute teacher, behavior technician, and tutor and have...
Alana can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Samantha S.


Taylor, MI

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, helpful, and creative I like working with kids because it provides me an opportunity to grow. I am looking to become a teacher! I started working with kids when I was 15 years old and I have been working in a school since January of 2022 In my spare time, I like to cook and find new...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello/Hi, I hope u all safe life and God bless you. -I am solo parent. I have three kids. -I was a substitute teacher in all Dearborn, dearborn heights and allen park Public Schools(edustaff). -Did many years assistant teacher preschool, long term teacher kindergarten, both private and public -Worked with children that has...
Majida can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, live-in home care, companionship, specialized care
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Majida E.


Dearborn, MI

$15-16/hr20 yrs exp

Hello/Hi, I hope u all safe life and God bless you. So happy to start this journey with u, so excited for it. -lebanese solo parent. I have three kids, a girl 9, and boys 8 and 7 . I thanks God for this gift and this job. -I used to be a substitute teacher in all Dearborn, dearborn heights and allen park Public Schools. -I am...
Majida can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Imelda P.


Lincoln Park, MI

$11-15/hr

Mother With A Big Heart And You Can Trust.

My name is Aimee, and I have my own experience as a mother of two daughters (17 and 19 years old). My passion and favorites are dancing, singing, cooking, baking and cleaning. I love teaching the kids to sing and dance and with my interactive DVDs, the kids will love it. Playing outside with the kids is a lot of fun and even a...
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Jessica K.


Romulus, MI

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

I have hands-on, real world experience with autism, sensory processing disorders, developmental delays, and mobility issues. I also have a special interest in PDA (pathological demand avoidance), and am continuing my education in that area of study. My niece is autistic, and was non-verbal for the first 3 years of her life. I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wyandotte, MI

Lauren D.

5.0

Lauren is a smart, kind and over all a genuine person. I’ve trusted her with my children who are my everything as a single mother and she’s has been so helpful not only to my children but to me ! She is always on time, really interactive with my children and helps them grow/ learn every time I hire...

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Jc B.

5.0

Juanita is a fantastic! A magnitude of talent/expertise; a "Jill of all Trades". Dependable, reliable, responsible, hardworking, flexible, goes above and beyond requirements. Proactive, always going to the next level with forethought and care.

- Barron M.

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

Anthony S.

5.0

Anthony is awesome. Dependable, caring, good communicator, willing to learn and flexible. My adult brother who is handicapped needed some care services and Anthony was terrific. I would hire him again in a heartbeat. Two thumbs up. If he says he will be there, he will be there helping and...

- Jeannine K.

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

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