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344 special needs caregivers are listed in Philadelphia, PA
The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Philadelphia, PA
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Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.
Recent review:
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Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very...
Reviewed by Marilyn B.
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I have 15 years+ experience in education, and for the past five years, have learned to care for my Grandson, who has a Rare Brain Disease. I'm now experienced with setting up G-tube feedings, administering medications through a port, CPAP setup, Physical Therapy exercises for immobility, respiratory treatments including using a...
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Leslie has worked for my family for this school year as my son's in-school educational aid. Leslie is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. She has built a special relationship with my son where he is...
Reviewed by Rebecca S.
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Hello, I am an experienced special needs care giver. I've been working with children & adults for over 7 yrs. I have a dependable vehicle and I am CPR & first aid certified. I have experience with upper respiratory clients, diabetic clients, quadriplegic clients & clients who have who have had seizures. I also have worked with...
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I'm highly train in what I do. I have been a nurse for 45 years , specialize in geriatric, pediatric and Newborns. I have worked with Alzheimer's and Dementia which included my own mother as a patient alone with Cancer patients. I've work with patients on ventilators, suctions machines, speech problems, walking difficulties,...
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I am an energetic, patient, reliable, and fun certified Special Education teacher with over 16 years of experience of working with students with a wide range of disabilities.
In my teaching career I have worked with elementary, middle, and high school students. My students have various needs ranging from Autism, learning...
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Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my son for 2 years in a home school setting. She is amazing! She is...
Reviewed by Cathy H.
Kyle S.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I've been working with elementary aged students with behavioral problems in and out of the school setting for 6 years. I enjoy playing drums and a little guitar in my spare time and sometimes like to incorporate them into my work with kids. I have some experience working with kids on the spectrum. I work full-time in a school...
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Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best...
Reviewed by James F.
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I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting his physical well being. Daily activities include: Providing physical therapy exercises for strength and range of...
Recent review:
5.0
If I had a family member who needed care, Steven would be my first choice. He is compassionate and of impeccable integrity. He's also strong physically and very gentle and sympathetic. You couldn't do better.
Reviewed by Deborah S.
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I am a nurses aide (CNA) with 8 years experience in healthcare including both at home and in a long term care facility. I'm able to provide assistance with all aspects of daily living and checking vital signs too. I've worked with children and adults with both physical and mental disabilities. I cared for my great grandmother...
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Hello, I welcome you to message me after you have read my profile and after all parties have agreed to hire a caretaker.
Hello! I am a former Special Education Teacher with experience in a multiple disability classroom for children ages 5 through 18. I also have 5 Years Experience with Senior Citizens who need companionship,...
Recent reviews:
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Cathy is a natural leader and is compassionate and attentive to others needs, her leadership motivates others around her while her professional attitude promotes a positive atmosphere.
Reviewed by Padraic A.
Vincent B.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hey, my name is Vincent. My experience with supporting people includes: working as a camp counselor and sports director for four years, babysitting for a family with four kids for one year, living and working in an intentional community, as a direct support caregiver to adults with disabilities for three years, nannying for...
Nadine I.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have over 4 years of experience working with students with cognitive and physical disabilities in the classroom and even at a horse stable! My goal is to practice therapeutic play techniques as well as cognitive behavioral techniques to help your child succeed and progress.
Matthew R.
Philadelphia, PA
$25-40/hr • 9 yrs exp
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I have experience working with the elderly in home since living in Santa Cruz, California. I moved to Philadelphia and have enjoyed very much my experience working for some great families. My references will show that I have developed outstanding relationships with my employers and have proved that I can relate well and adapt to...
Recent reviews:
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Matthew helped to take care of my husband and was always very upbeat, responsible and willing to help with different activities and learn how to better adapt to my husband's needs. He always took interest on...
Reviewed by Monica R.
Taheem M.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-25/hr
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I have assisted with the care of my brother who has cerebral palsy. The care consisted of bathing, feeding, and changing him when needed, and taking him for walks, reading to him, and taking him to doctor appointments.
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Patience is my Virtue... I am highly adaptable, love caring for those with special needs, and ready to begin
helping a new family...
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I have a absolute passion for caring for people, which is what originally brought me to this site. However, I also have 7 years of experience working with infants and toddlers. My 3 year experiences at a daycare/summer camp educated and gave me the experience I have. During school hours, I was responsible for not only ensuring...
Recent review:
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I would love to provide you with a review for Theresa. She help me to take care of my youngest daughter from a newborn and now as needed. My daughter is now 5 years old. I have knew Theresa for over 14 years....
Reviewed by Erica B.
Pamela T.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certify Nurses Assistant, Home Health Aid, & Direct Support Professional
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Having over 20 years of experience in the nursing community has been rewarding to me. I gain my experiences in long term care facilities, hospitals, medical clinics and home health care which enabled me to develop nurses skills and techniques.
My background experience is Surgery recovery, Fall risk, Alzheimer, Dementia, Cancer,...
Recent review:
5.0
She is a very caring person and has a lot of patience. She takes a lot of pride in what she does. You can count on her!
Reviewed by Anna S.
Megan S.
Philadelphia, PA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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With my major in speech pathology, I have had experience in both internships, jobs, and the classroom learning and gaining hands on time with both children and adults with special needs.
Recent review:
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I would highly recommend Megan if you are looking for a kind, responsible and engaging babysitter. Megan was very attentive to my directions. My daughter loved being babysat by Megan and we will definitely...
Reviewed by Ben And Rebecca M.
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I've been working with children since I was 18. I've worked at Camp Huntington, a summer camp for people with special needs, in High Falls NY, Camp Oasis in Dobbs Ferry NY, the Lindley G. 4H camp in Branchville, New Jersey and most recently at Preschool summer camp in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York. I've worked as an assistant...
Recent reviews:
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We have a rowdy 5 year old who can be quite the handful but she handled him well.
Reviewed by James P.
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Experienced at providing engaging and creative childcare, while implementing activities that support the developmental stages of the children I'm caring for. Actively model communication and emotional skills to address behavioural issues in a manner appropriate to a child's age, personality, and family style. Most experienced in...
Recent reviews:
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We met Hannah more than five years ago when we employed her as a live-in nanny for my then 8 month old daughter. At the time, we had a short term care emergency and Hannah was recommended to us from across the...
Reviewed by Bessie S.
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Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...
Recent reviews:
5.0
She’s lovely- the kind of person you can trust with your children. According to my oldest she’s “pretty rad.”
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Philadelphia, PA
Dora S.
5.0
Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night.
Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub with her, had nice chats snd reminded...
- Marilyn B.
Leslie M.
5.0
Leslie has worked for my family for this school year as my son's in-school educational aid. Leslie is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. She has built a special relationship with my son where he is supported in school, and we are kept fully informed of his progress. I wholeheartedly...
- Rebecca S.
Yuan T.
5.0
Yuan is a kind, friendly, experienced educator. She excels at catering her teaching to the individual needs of the student. Yuan taught my son for 2 years in a home school setting. She is amazing! She is very knowledgeable about different teaching methods and can adjust her style to find the...
- Cathy H.
Kyle S.
5.0
Kyle is very professional and reliable. I have three sons, one of whom is autistic and each with some behavioral challenges at times. They really enjoy having Kyle stay with them and seem to be on their best behavior those days.
- James F.
Stephen M.
5.0
If I had a family member who needed care, Steven would be my first choice. He is compassionate and of impeccable integrity. He's also strong physically and very gentle and sympathetic. You couldn't do better.
- Deborah S.
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Ratings for Philadelphia, PA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Philadelphia, PA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 155 reviews of the 344 listed special needs caregivers.