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450 special needs caregivers are listed in Houston, TX
The average rate is $17/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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Caregiver with over 20 years of experience on different areas including agencies, private duty and in-school assistance for students with special needs. Extremely capable and compassionate individual with extensive experience in elderly and children care-giving. Hard-working, honest, self- starter and willing to go beyond...
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"We were fortunate to have Claudia work for 3 years with our now 12-year-old daughter who has significant special needs and disabilities. Claudia cared for our girl very deeply, and always put her safety,...
Reviewed by Leslie S.
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I have worked with children with a variety of disabilities: Rhett's, Autism, Blind, Deaf, Speech Impairments, Gait training, Learning Disability, Emotionally Disturbed, Down Syndrome, and many others. No child is too difficult to learn. I do believe all children can learn.
I am experienced and well trained.
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I am interested in this position as it relates to my experience, knowledge in Home Health Care Industry and my passion with helping people maintain an active life in their home. I am a Home Health Aide with over 20 yrs of experience. I have worked with wonderful clients ranging from Companionship, Cancer, Dementia, and...
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I'm a Caring Applied Behavior Analysis Specialist dedicated to autism care. Credentialed with a Master's Degree in Psychology (Specialization In Applied Behavior Analysis- AUTISM) and related experience in working with children who have mental disabilities. Currently getting supervision hours to become a Board Certified Behavior...
5.0
"Maghan was GREAT! caring for my kid
Very attentive and willing to help out at any time I needed her
She'll be a GREAT person for you to hire to be with your kids!!"
Reviewed by Christopher S.
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I have 9 years experience with children with special needs. I have experience with autism, down syndrome, and a child with bipolar disorder. I also have worked with special needs children 2-4 days a week at an elementary school as a volunteer. I also attended Stephen F. Austin University and majored in special education and I...
Spring L.
Houston, TX
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
A Mature And Loving Nanny/caretaker With Experience In Special Needs Children And Elderly Adults.
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Hello, my name is Spring. I am a part-time photographer and full-time caregiver, devoted to my very large family, and fun-loving pets. With children, I've extensive experience with Autism and Down's syndrome. My skills range from emotional/physical/cognitive issues, bowel and bladder incontinence, bathing and dressing, tube...
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"Spring has been taking care of our family for over a year now, and I doubt I could write enough positive things about her here to truly reflect how wonderful she has been. Her primary responsibility has been...
Reviewed by Linda R.
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I am 10+ years experience with Autism and have excellent references from previous families. I assist with behavior, potty training, feeding, and gain dependent skills.
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I was born and raised at a private non-profit community for adults with intellectual disabilities. I have babysit children and adults with special needs for over 10 years. I have direct care experience and currently registered as an employee of Consumer Direct Services for Texas. I am a full time teacher for SAISD in an ACE...
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Hello, my name is Vickie! I love helping. My experience allowed me to work with families with diverse backgrounds and their needs, engaging their everyday life. I provides direct care to special needs/mentally challenged patients, teens, young adult, and seniors care. I assist clients/patients with their everyday daily living...
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"Vickie is very patient, dependable and truly loves to care for others. For over a year, Vickie has cared for our adolescent son with special needs providing sitting and overnight services. Vickie is...
Reviewed by Loraine L.
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I am a energetic positive self starter compassionate person who love taking care of all people. I've worked Healthcare over 38 years. I'm a quick learner and pay attention to detail. I have 30+ years in geriatric care, Diabetic, COPD, CHF, Med Supervision, Blind/ Low or No Vision Stroke w/Paralysis, COPD, CHF, O2, ROM,...
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"I hired Sybrina twice to take care of me when I was in surgery. She did an excellent job - was punctual, reliable, efficient and empathetic. I'd highly recommend her to anyone and will happily hire her again."
Reviewed by Vidisha P.
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I have experience working with students with learning disabilities, dyslexia, ADHD, and speech impediment. I also have worked with children who are autistic.
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"Martha was extremely nice, and took very good care of our son. We are so glad we were able to have her watch our son since our regular babysitter was not able to babysit this time. We were very nervous using...
Reviewed by Misti D.
Brenda W.
Houston, TX
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Brenda, and I am a highly experienced caregiver with over 10 years of experience working with individuals of all ages with a wide range of diagnoses that are described in my profile. I am committed to providing compassionate care and support for individuals and families, and I am experienced in a range of tasks...
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"Brenda is AMAZING. She has cared for my special needs teenage son since March. She immediately bonded with him and is so caring towards him. He is somewhat hard to handle and she has been able work with him...
Reviewed by Michelle G.
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Missions, accomplished! Challenges, overcome! Impossibility, possibilities! In my presence, no sentences ever begin with I can't, only I can!
Lease on life: If it is to be, it is up to me! The little engine that could! - I think I can, I think I can!
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"Thanks very much Alison for your help."
Reviewed by Kenneth K.
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I am a graduate student pursuing my masters in social work with a focus in mental and behavioral health.
I have worked with folks with a variety of disabilities from autism to epilepsy to spinal cord injury. I am a fast learner with a passion for helping families with disabilities.
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"I hired Kaitlyn to care for my special needs son who is diagnosed with autism. He can be very difficult at times because of his meltdowns and challenging behaviors. Especially with a new caregiver. After the...
Reviewed by Michael C.
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I have been working with special needs for 7 years. I have worked with babies, youth and adults. I love helping families. I am dependent, flexible, patient, trustworthy, honest, motivated, kind, lovable, and hardworking. I enjoy doing craft, play with toys any kinds, play at the park, in the back yard, I love music, enjoy...
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"Neema worked as a nanny for my special needs child for 3 years and we love her! Always punctual, respectful, considerate and just a joy to have in our home. She is full of love and took care of my special child...
Reviewed by Nadiya S.
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I have good experience with special needs. I love the work and I am very passionate with it. I have worked with autism, mental retardation, bipolar disorder, mood disorder, sleep disorder, pica disorder, ADHD and many others. Since I have good experience with different kinds of illness, I feel passionate about what I do. I love...
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Hello, I am a certified Educator in English Language Arts and Reading, Special Education and ESL. I have 4 grown children. I miss caring for them! I also know the need to feel comfortable as a parent.
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"We hired Susan to help us take care of our special needs child, who is non-verbal autistic. She was great. Very compassionate and caring and patient too. She was also able to tutor our other child with some...
Reviewed by Catherine B.
Kimberly G.
Houston, TX
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have encountered many patients of special needs. I love them. I love being a companion and making them smile. Although I've never been hired for someone with special needs such as seizures etc.. I would not mind at all giving it a try. I am very open minded and love to help in any way I can.
4.0
"She has an upbeat attitude and positive references."
Reviewed by Lorraine M.
Relindis T.
Houston, TX
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Ambulation.
My name is Relindis T. am an experience Personal Care Assistant and a graduate from Nursing school but not licensed yet. I have a great experience as a caregiver and as a single mother with 2 girls.
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"Relindis is a kind and loving caregiver. She is very reliable and trustworthy and is always communicative and on time. My 11 year old son is non verbal and non ambulatory and absolutely loves her. I highly...
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Teresa H.
Houston, TX
$18-35/hr
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I am currently working with autistic students at an elementary school. I have 22 years of experience in working with students from pre-K to 6th grade. I can get CPR trained if you need me to. I am looking forward to working with a nice and friendly family.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Houston, TX
Claudia Z.
5.0
We were fortunate to have Claudia work for 3 years with our now 12-year-old daughter who has significant special needs and disabilities. Claudia cared for our girl very deeply, and always put her safety, well-being and happiness above all else. She was a conscientious and devoted caregiver who only...
- Leslie S.
Maghan A.
5.0
Maghan was fantastic, our kids and dogs fell in love with her immediately (and that's not common for us)!!! She arrived a couple mins early (awesome to get a punctual jump on date night) and stayed alert even though we had a pretty late evening. Kind, friendly, and great with our special needs son,...
- Ashley C.
Spring L.
5.0
Spring was an absolute gift to my family at a critical transition point in our lives. My son is on the autism spectrum and exhibits a number of behaviors which come and go (some more extreme than others) and Spring handled him with grace, poise, compassion, kindness and empathy. She is warm, calm,...
- Josephine F.
Vickie B.
5.0
Vicki has a warm and caring way and our daughter with special needs liked her from the start. Vicki is caring and professional and we enjoy how she interacts with all of us especially our daughter.
- Brian D.
Sybrina P.
5.0
Very sweet and professional and just the right care I need for my son she will be always be my go to person she asked all questions and very understanding and great on communication highly Recommend to any one she makes time and she does have care for people
- Laterica H.
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Ratings for Houston, TX special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Houston, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 314 reviews of the 450 listed special needs caregivers.