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I created and foreign language program for the Mount Pleasant Cottage School in Pleasantville, New York. It is a residential system for emotionally disturbed teenagers. I taught there for eight years and also worked in a special unit for autistic children. I have since worked with many others, both adult and child, who ranged...
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Miranda M.


Irvine, CA

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

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Hi, Thank you for visiting my profile! I have a BA in education and further coursework in early childhood, psychology and a variety of subjects that I found I was interested in. I was a mentor teacher at Good Shepherd Preschool in Irvine for several years until I left to raise my own children. More importantly I have spent the...
5.0
"Miranda gave me such a sense of capability and trustworthiness, I think she'll be able to handle anything I throw her way. I'm so glad we found her!"

Reviewed by Jessica M.

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Reihan T.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Sitter Who Is Healer

5.0

(1)

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I know a lot about health & special needs . Because I have studied Homeopathy for 6 years . But I won't prescribe any Homeopathic medicine , Just the knowledge helps me to perception a lot. Also I have 8 certification in Pranic Healing (kind of Natural Energy Therapy) ; This helps me just when parents has tend to use Natural...
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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable...

Reviewed by Shannon F.

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Jenny W.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time

5.0

(1)

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Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.
5.0
"Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for...

Reviewed by Greg O.

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Mana S.


Irvine, CA

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part Time Caring

5.0

(1)

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I worked as an IA in school with students with special needs for more than five years. some times I was one o one with students and some times I help a small group of kids to do their jobs and take them outside of school to teach them how to pay and buy in society
5.0
"Mana is very loving to my son. I feel comfortable with Mana being with my son when I'm out of the house. I know my son is well taken care of. Mana is trustworthy. She is dependable. My husband, myself, and...

Reviewed by Sheila B.

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Francis M.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(4)

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7 years dedicated caregiver experienced in working with disabled patient, committed in improving overall patient wellbeing and health through personal care and energetic engagement, skilled in assisting patient with daily living, areas of expertise are: light housekeeping, meal preparation, mobility assistant, Dr.'s appointment...
5.0
"Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"

Reviewed by Diana S.

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5.0

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I am an experienced and bilingual caregiver. I've been a child caregiver for the past 8 years, children under my care have ranged from newborn to 12 years of age. I am CPR certified and a student with a child development background, currently majoring in American Sign Language. I am half way through in completing my ASL...
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Teresa E.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Help Available .........

5.0

(1)

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I just love to help and see people happy ..... I am: Teacher, Mom, wife, Friend... I work with kids.... I believe that go around , come around.... I do the best I can to help, maybe I will be the person need help in the future.... and I will appreciated it!!!
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Lauren H.


Irvine, CA

$18-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Nursing Student

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I'm a 3x CPR certified student with 2x infant CPR certified. Looking to find the perfect family to care for their child. I'm currently in nursing school finishing my last two years. I have worked 2 years in caring for special needs children at elementary schools. I have a fast respond time and also open to answering your...
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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

4.6

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Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....
5.0
"I recently had surgery and was unable to move around by myself very easily. I needed someone to run some basic errands for me as well as help me around that house. Thankfully, I found Carri. She helped me with...

Reviewed by Karen K.

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Jennifer R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

4.3

(4)

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Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...
5.0
"Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman. "

Reviewed by Jennifer L.

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Rebecca K.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.

3.5

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I 've worked with elderly in Elderly Homes, worked with Parkinson's, MS patients, RA patients, Stroke patients and Dementia patients, also children with ADHD, and transferred people many times, either from bed to bathroom or to car. I have also worked with catheters and much more, love doing caregiving and take pride in it....
3.0
"I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before."

Reviewed by Shaoqing X.

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving Mama Bear

5.0

(1)

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My middle daughter has visual and neurological deficits and my youngest has Asperger's, giving me 28 years of experience with children with special needs.
5.0
"Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent...

Reviewed by Richard B.

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Farhana A.


Irvine, CA

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi I am Farhana, I am very patient, a good listener, fluent in several languages, well organized, physical strength, love to be active especially outside in nature, great social skills, lots of experience socializing with people all ages. I have experience with taking care of people different ages suffering from MS (Multiple...
5.0
"I hired Farhana to babysit my 3 years old daughter and she did a great job. She was very punctual and also she is very easy to communicate with. She played with my daughter and kept her busy and entertained all...

Reviewed by Shireen Q.

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Sylvia M.


Newport Beach, CA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

HEALTHY EATING MADE Simple For The Family! With FOODS That Still Taste YummY : )

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I am a certified Life Coach w/background in Healthy Eating/ nutrition. I help Families get their health back on track with simple healthy FOOD choices :) For children, teens, babies, parents. As part of my caregiving help this can GREATLY improve-- behavior, energy, physical/ emotional health, learning & more! Some ways I...
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Colleen P.


Ladera Ranch, CA

$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

An Irish Spring.

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I am a devoted wife and a mother to three grown daughters. Currently I am a Resource Aide at the middle school level for students with IEPs. I am trained in ABA, Autism, Down Syndrome, ADD/ADHD and most behavioral issues, seizure management, EPI pens and CPR. I have also been a Hospice volunteer and was a Girl Scout leader for...
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Elaine P.


Mission Viejo, CA

$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Children And Adults With Special Needs

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I graduated from California State University, Fullerton and have a BA in Liberal Studies. My goal was to become a Special Education Teacher and have taken many classes to obtain a teaching credential. Life happens, so that goal didn't happen. In the past, I have sat for a few families, neurotypical children ages 5-10, picking...

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I am passionate about caring for those with special needs, because I believe that they should be able to get the same opportunities that people without special needs would get.
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Gregory V.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$22-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Elementary School Special Needs Aid - IA

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I have 8 years of experience. I currently work for the state as an Instructional Aid IA with elementary age kids. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Transferring/Body Lifting. I work with Moderate to severe kids with little to no communication, Wheel Chair or Walking. Behavioral kids, Diapers, and more....

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Laguna Woods, CA

Miranda M.

5.0

Miranda gave me such a sense of capability and trustworthiness, I think she'll be able to handle anything I throw her way. I'm so glad we found her!

- Jessica M.

Marina B.

5.0

I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a family member with special needs, she...

- Shannon F.

Jenny W.

5.0

Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for so long. Over the three years where Jenny was a daily part of our family, she...

- Greg O.

Mana S.

5.0

Mana is very loving to my son. I feel comfortable with Mana being with my son when I'm out of the house. I know my son is well taken care of. Mana is trustworthy. She is dependable. My husband, myself, and my older son loves Mana. We consider her a part of our family now and we are so blessed...

- Sheila B.

Francis M.

5.0

Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!

- Diana S.

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