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56 Down syndrome care are listed in Norristown, PA

The average rate is $10/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby Down syndrome care is 6 years

Down syndrome care in Norristown, PA

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Renee W.


Norristown, PA

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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I was a school teacher for Philadelphia and most classes I taught were fully integrated. I have worked with special Olympics and with special people in the north east . My masters background is special education and my cousin has Down syndrome and is a 25-year-old grown man. I have worked with him very closely through the years....
5.0
"was always on time and could count on"

Reviewed by Care member

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Kathleen M.


Horsham, PA

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have worked in the North Penn School District with Learning Support children and teens with various needs. I was a Nanny for children with Asperger's Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy, and Down Syndrome, Pulmonary Atresia.
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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Child And Special Needs Sitter

5.0

(1)

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I have worked with children and special needs for over 4 years; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is...
5.0
"We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very...

Reviewed by Care member

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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$40-58/hr • 5 yrs exp

Excellent Care For Special Needs

5.0

(2)

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I have worked with special needs my entire life; my older brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally retarded. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is most extensive...
5.0
"Margaret has been working with our family supporting our young adult son who has Cerebral Palsy. Our experience with Margaret has shown her to be caring, thoughtful, reliable and responsible. She proactively...

Reviewed by Chris H.

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Kara C.


Plymouth Meeting, PA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter SUMMER ONLY

5.0

(3)

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Hi! My name is Kara and I am looking for a full-time nanny position for this summer as I get out of school May 10th and return August 29th. I have a sister with Down Syndrome, so I definitely have experience with taking care of individuals with special needs. Also, my second cousin has 5 kids, one 8 years old, another 6 years...
5.0
"She is a kind-hearted person and my baby sensed that the minute he met her. I can honestly say she is a gem. She takes care of him like I would."

Reviewed by Winsome C.

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Lisa J.


Wayne, PA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Special Needs Babysitter. I am a retired pediatric Occupational Therapist with many years of experience. I have heard families struggling to find a babysitter for their unique situation and would be interested in helping a local family. I love children and adults. I enjoy playing lots of games and doing arts and crafts...
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Katie F.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr

Recreational Therapist

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In my experience as a recreational therapist, I have worked in both community based, in home, and school settings with clients with varying diagnoses. I have provided services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, Down's syndrome, cognitive delays, and behavioral health diagnoses. I most enjoy creating a bond with the...
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Maggie F.


Lansdale, PA

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter

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I am a certified and licensed occupational therapist working at a school specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder and a private sensory integration clinic. I have experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, ASD, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Type I diabetes, children who are blind and have experienced early...
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Andrea R.


King of Prussia, PA

$35-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

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Hello, I hope you and your family are having a good beginning of 2024. I am a creative, punctual and pro active person. I've worked with kids with Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, mental illnesses, reduce mobility, intelectual/physical impairments, alcohol fetal syndrome, among others. I started working in a school for...
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Jennifer H.


King of Prussia, PA

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver For Special Needs

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I used to live with a roommate who has Down Syndrome for two and a half years. I worked with many individuals with special needs. I am very good with one on one encouragement with individuals with special needs, assisting them in independent living skills or other skills, related to school or physical activity. I like to be a...

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I have been around kids with special needs as long as I can remember. My one best friend's older brother had down syndrome and ever since the first grade I have fell in love with the energy my friends older brother has brought to the world. Throughout high school and college I have volunteered with Athletes helping Athletes...
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Leah C.


Lansdale, PA

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

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I am currently taking a semester off before completing my degree at Penn State University where I am studying psychology. I have five years of experience working with kids ages 2-12. I spent four summers as a camp counselor at Hopwood nursery primarily with 3-5-year-olds. I also spent one year working there as a preschool...
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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$20-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Senior Care For Your Family

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I have worked with seniors for 2 years, from daily care to medication management. The bulk of my experience is with special needs; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working...
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John M.


North Wales, PA

$18-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi I'm John! And I'm A College Student Who Has Experience With Babysitting

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Hi! I am 22 years old and have many years of care with children I am an uncle with two nephews (1yr and 3yrs) and a niece (10 years) that I have been babysitting since newborn I also have extensive experience with special needs children and adults because of my little sister with Down syndrome. I am a fun loving rule following...
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Ariana B.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Respite/caretaker

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My experience begins at Camp Huntington. I worked with children and adults with autism, down syndrome, speech delays, ADD/ADHD, seizure disorders and other disabilities, and earned the Blossom Award for excellence. I learned an invaluable skill-how to use humor and creativity to diffuse a situation to turn it into a positive for...
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Kathleen M.


Horsham, PA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love Children And Animals

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I aim to give your job the priority it deserves, providing the kind of care I would give my own family and friends. I am responsible, respectful, caring, and flexible when necessary. I believe the best pairing is one that centers on good communication, and prioritizing the safety of those in my care. I have had Nanny/Caregiver...
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Juliann D.


Bryn Mawr, PA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

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I am the twelfth of 12 children. Being the youngest of my family does not necessarily give me experience with children, but my 17 and soon to be 18 nieces and nephews, do. I am an expert in taking care of all age groups, and love to be around children. I also have a brother with Down Syndrome, and I feel very comfortable and...
JS

Joe S.


King of Prussia, PA

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Here To Make Your Life Easier

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I am a recent college graduate from Temple Univ. I graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice and currently work for Montgomery County Probation. Prior to obtaining this job I work Upper Merion Parks and Recreation in the Summer Day Camp program for 5 years as an Assistant Director. Typically I dealt with kids in the age range...
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Joe S.


King of Prussia, PA

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Here To Make Your Life Easier

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I am a recent college graduate from Temple Univ. I graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice and currently work for Montgomery County Probation. Prior to obtaining this job I work Upper Merion Parks and Recreation in the Summer Day Camp program for 5 years as an Assistant Director. Typically I dealt with kids in the age range...
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Michele M.


Doylestown, PA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mom / Experienced Pediatric OT Available For FT Or PT Nannying

5.0

(1)

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I have over 20 yrs of pediatric experience as an Occupational Therapist working with children with special needs, both with cognitive and physical impairments as well as children with Autism, Aspergers, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Burns, Cancer and the "medically fragile" to name just a few. I left the...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Norristown, PA

Renee W.

5.0

was always on time and could count on

- Care member

Margaret R.

5.0

We were in town for medical appointments at CHOP and I reached out to Margaret to watch my daughter so I could have some me time in the city. She was excellent with my daughter and gave her Gtube meds. Very professional highly recommend her!!

- Care member

Margaret R.

5.0

Margaret has been working with our family supporting our young adult son who has Cerebral Palsy. Our experience with Margaret has shown her to be caring, thoughtful, reliable and responsible. She proactively looks for ways to improve our son's daily care and his quality of life, and has been willing...

- Chris H.

Kara C.

5.0

She is a kind-hearted person and my baby sensed that the minute he met her. I can honestly say she is a gem. She takes care of him like I would.

- Winsome C.

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