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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Whittier, CA

The average rate is $21/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Whittier, CA

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Jewelyn Amor B.


Buena Park, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Senior care

5.0

(1)

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I work mostly dementia, special needs, stroke, diabetes, etc.. I do cooking, housekeeping, laundry and etc.
5.0
"She great caregiver for my folks, she cooked, she awesome"

Reviewed by Craig L.

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Martha C.


La Puente, CA

$25-43/hr5 yrs exp

CNA

5.0

(9)

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I have 1 year experience working with patients that deal with Parkinson's and 7 years working with special needs. I am also CNA, HHA, and CPR trained. I have 5 years experience working with patients with Alzheimer's dementia. I have further experience in monitoring blood pressure, medication remain, With my experience I keep...
5.0
"She help take my mom to appointments. She's very responsible. She speaking Spanish was so helpful in communicating with my mom"

Reviewed by Anthon C.

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Michaela C.


La Mirada, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I am a current college student who is majoring in Elementary Education. I have experience working at an elementary and middle school and have also been a full time nanny. I am dependable, patient, hardworking and creative. I am fully capable to help your child with schoolwork or to help with their developmental needs and...
5.0
"I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and patient with me and was willing to meet with us anyway!...

Reviewed by Jasmine C.

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Leanna S.


La Mirada, CA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker

5.0

(2)

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I grew up with a single parent and a younger sister who is diagnosed with autism. Part of my role growing up was being her support system and making sure she is getting what she needs at school. I am familiar with different pragmatics one may have with autism and other special needs. I am comfortable being a support for those...
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Claire P.


La Mirada, CA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Claire

5.0

(2)

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Hey everyone! My name is Claire and I am a freshmen business major at BIOLA university in California! I have been babysitting and caring for children as long as I can remember! I have had multiple babysitting jobs throughout high school as well as assisting in my church nursery. I have experience caring for large families,...
5.0
"Claire is very engaging and is very creative when playing with my two boys. She is on time and responsible. "

Reviewed by Stacy R.

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Jennifer S.


Alhambra, CA

$24-30/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Aba therapist for nearly 2 years currently working at specialized school for children who have autism
5.0
"Jennifer was a great communicator, prompt, on top of everything. My DS is nonverbal, autistic, has epilepsy, and is a ball of energy, and she took it all in stride."

Reviewed by Care member

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Arthur G.


La Mirada, CA

$19-25/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Assisted Living Attendant in the Orange and Los Angeles County Areas

5.0

(3)

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In my first months as a caregiver by profession (since October 14 2005), I assisted a 52-year-old gentleman who had cerebral palsy while his mother was able to make errands. He could not speak, but I am sure that he appreciated my presence, tending to the basics of bathing, grooming, hygiene, and spoon feeding while she was...
5.0
"Art was very responsive from the "get go". He continued his excellent service by confirming date and time needed and made contact the night before the service. He is calm and caring -- what is needed in a...

Reviewed by Carol F.

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Auria A.


Downey, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter/Nanny Available

5.0

(3)

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I have over 8 years of experience with newborns/infants (0-6 months); toddlers(1-5) and children (10-12). I've worked with different families in the LA area. I am very responsible and committed to my job and responsibility when caring for children. I also work part-time as a Physician Assistant finishing my Master's degree in a...
5.0
"Auria is such a charismatic person with a passion for details and patience for taking care of any situation."

Reviewed by Jorge E.

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Erica S.


Arcadia, CA

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

(3)

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I have over 6 years of experience caring for seniors and children. I worked as a certified nurse assistant and home health aide for many years before transitioning to child care with special needs. Previously worked for a school district. I have worked for agencies and private in-home care. I am bilingual English and Spanish....
5.0
"Erica is the only caretaker out of many that my mom would have take care of her. She is a hard worker and truly cares for the people she is caring for and also their family. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Hanh V.


Alhambra, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

5.0

(7)

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As far as I can remember, I was a caregiver to my grandparents and the elderly since I was in junior high up to high school years. I have been a caregiver to my special needs brother over 10 years now (diagnosed as paranoid schizophrenic and partially deaf) and was a caregiver to my ailing father who was bedridden with a stroke....
5.0
"I am a physician surgeon and Hanh took care of my wife for 2 years. There are not enough superlatives to describe her. She treated her like a family member and her care was above excellent. My wife had a fatal...

Reviewed by Mike P.

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Jennifer S.


Alhambra, CA

$27-43/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hello ! My name is Jenny I am a student studying for my bachelors in child development. I have been working in day care facilities since 2017 with infants, toddlers and teens helping care and transport them on a daily basis. I am CPR, BLS and first aid certified. I have also been an ABA therapist for 2 years now and love working...
5.0
"Jenny was always punctual and communicative. Our kids loved her and she was always coming up with new activities to play with them. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Espie R.


Pico Rivera, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caring Care Provider

5.0

(15)

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I have experience caring for patients with Alzheimer's, dementia and patients who have special needs. I have taken care of many patients who are bedridden and do the full scope of the duties such as bed bath, change bed and linen. I cook for the patient and do their daily exercise routine, if needed. Each patient is different...
5.0
"Espie has demonstrated kindness, care, and knowledge, been very dependable, and excellent communication. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Nancy K.


Rowland Heights, CA

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver for individuals with special needs and can provide a safe and supporting environment. I am also responsible, positive, and hard-working, so I can give you essential and in-home support as well as emotional and physical assistance.
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Mikaela M.


Norwalk, CA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Mikaela. I would love the opportunity to get to know you and your family. I am 25 years old and have been working with kids for 6 years. I have worked with families with special needs, families with multiple children and I am extremely comfortable with fur babies. When I am not nannying you can find me...
5.0
"Mikaela is very hardworking and makes great meals for us to enjoy. She is responsible, caring and has a great personality. I miss her! Mikaela is a very nice and fun person to be around. She makes a lot of...

Reviewed by Christie V.

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Teri L.


Bellflower, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I am an experienced caregiver with 13years of in home personal care service's. Along with also working as a CNA at an Assisted living facility in the lock-down units for residents with severe dementia and or Alzheimer's and with development disabilities. I really love working and caring for people and am reliable and trustworthy...
5.0
"Teri was a blessing for our recent needs. We felt comfortable with Teri from the moment we first interviewed her. She stepped in to help as if we'd known her for years and delivered beyond our expectations....

Reviewed by Jan F.

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Diana A.


Downey, CA

$21/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi there! I love working with children. I graduated with my degree in child and family studies at CSULB, so I have learned a lot about kids. My relatives would have me babysit there toddlers and I would be active with the kids. They always left my house satisfied . I have volunteered for three years at St. Joseph's school and...
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Leanna S.


La Mirada, CA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter, Child Caretaker, And More!

5.0

(6)

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I am a rising second year student in the MS-SLP program at Biola University. I have experience with all ages and have been babysitting for 6+ years. I have experience with a range of special needs children. I am looking to work with a family over the summer starting as soon as you need. Please reach out with any questions!
5.0
"Leanna cared for our 1 year old full time as an in home nanny. She was gentle, caring, knowledgeable, and sweet with our daughter. She was punctual and flexible with our changing schedule. Most of all, our...

Reviewed by Alessa S.

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Hanh V.


Alhambra, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Paraprofessional

5.0

(1)

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As a devoted Special Education Paraprofessional who has extensive experiences working with children from T-K to high school and adolescents, I know I have an inherent love to connect with students, with and without disabilities. I work with a broad spectrum of special needs students... Autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, Braille,...
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Sara M.


Norwalk, CA

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi my name is Sara, I'm a mother of twin boys, age 18. I speak English and Spanish. I have my own car, clean driving and criminal record. I'm a very nice kind, loving, caring, fun, energetic, outgoing person, who loves kids. I've been a nanny for more then 10 years. I have worked with all ages, twins, additionally I have worked...
5.0
"Sara has been with our family now for close to two years. Words can not express what a blessing Sara has been to our family. Not only has she cared for our child extraordinarily well, she has cared for the...

Reviewed by Mitchell R.

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Geneva N.


San Gabriel, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Direct Support Professional

5.0

(1)

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I have worked in medical and behavioral homes as a DSP (Direct Support Professional). I'm a friendly person and easy to get along with. I have a lot patience and I am good at understanding people's needs. I stay professional and stay focused at work. I am 30 years old. I have experience working with all kinds of people from...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Whittier, CA

Jewelyn Amor B.

5.0

She great caregiver for my folks, she cooked, she awesome

- Craig L.

Martha C.

5.0

Martha worked assisting my Mother for about a year, she is a very compassionate, patient and caring person. I highly recommend her and I know she will make a difference in someone’s life.

- Care member

Michaela C.

5.0

I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and patient with me and was willing to meet with us anyway! She was open and warm with myself and the kids. The day of the our booking she reached out...

- Jasmine C.

Claire P.

5.0

Claire is very engaging and is very creative when playing with my two boys. She is on time and responsible.

- Stacy R.

Jennifer S.

5.0

Jennifer was a great communicator, prompt, on top of everything. My DS is nonverbal, autistic, has epilepsy, and is a ball of energy, and she took it all in stride.

- Care member

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