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Amber P.

Acworth, GA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Amber, and caregiving is truly close to my heart. I have years of hands-on experience as a CNA, including hospice care and working with individuals who have special needs. I'm a proud mom of two amazing boys, so I understand the importance of trust, patience, and compassion when it comes to care. I'm known for...
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Alma H.

Compassionate, Honest And Reliable

Marietta, GA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Transportation
meal prep
dementia
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
I love working with seniors. I have more than 10 years of experience with patients with dementia/Alzheimer's and patients with special needs. I provide personal care, help with showers, light house cleaning, help with meal preparation, and fun outings. I'm compassionate, honest and reliable with good references.

Brian C. says "Alma gave exceptional care to my grandfather. Very reliable and easy to work with."

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Kaelyn K.

Child Care

Kennesaw, GA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have always loved working with children and have been babysitting for years. I love cooking and I have two wonderful dogs. I am a senior in college as a psychology major. I have my own car as well!

Elizabeth N. says "Kaelyn is an absolutely amazing young woman. She has been working for us for about two years now and I cannot recommend her highly enough. My special...

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Nakia R.

Marietta, GA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
personal care
errands
light cleaning
Hi my name is Nakia I've been taking care of elderly and special needs for 15 years I took care of my uncle who was special needs I'm a very caring person and nice person I really enjoy taking care of people who has a Disability I'm a very Dependable person. I have my own business . My my guardian angel home health care. LLC

Care Member says "Nakia is very responsible, caring and respectful. She helped me with my Dad. I would hire her again if I need her in the future. "

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Karla B.

I Love Caregiving!

Kennesaw, GA

5.0(1)
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$8/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Karla I have a 35-year background in the in-home nursing assistance and special needs field. I have a 24-year Nursing Assistant License and Nurse Delegation certificate , a 2 year college gerontology degree, Adult, Child, Infant, CPR/First Aid/AED certificate, and a COVID vaccine certificate. I am thorough,...

Care Member says "Karla has been such a great addition to our family. She has been so kind and patient with our baby girl and makes sure to engage with her throughout the...

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Karla B.

Registered

Kennesaw, GA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 35 years of nanny and nursing assistant experience and a new grandbaby born February 2024! I have Infant/Child/Adult CPR/AED/First Aid training, COVID immunizations, a college degree, DD, special needs, and behavior modification experience. I was a home daycare owner in the 90s and have been working as an in-home care...

Care Member says "Karla has been such a great addition to our family. She has been so kind and patient with our baby girl and makes sure to engage with her throughout the...

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Elizabeth D.

Loving Sitter

Kennesaw, GA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 6 years of experience in nannying/babysitting. I am trained in taking care of all different types of ages, and have helped with special needs kids for many years as well. I love and care for these kids like they're family! I am CPR certified as well and don't mind travel. I am a Faith-centered person and believe in the...

Josh M. says "Elizabeth was fantastic with our kids and they loved her! Our six year old daughter can't wait to have her come back next week. Elizabeth communicates great...

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Angela O.

Special Care

Kennesaw, GA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 3 years of experience but some was volunteering. I have subbed in public schools in the Special Education classes, I had a niece with CP and have helped in my church with some special need children. I am patient, flexible and nurturing. I enjoy working with special needs families- I find it rewarding. I look...

Heather V. says "Ms. Angie is really the best. She is our current nanny since May 2021. She cares for my 3 children: 4 and 2 year old girls and my 4 month old son. She...

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Kristen R.

Caregiver/Babysitter

Woodstock, GA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have 25 years of experience in care giving from newborns to the elderly and every age in between, special needs as well. I absolutely love babysitting and being a care giver, I am reliable, prompt and trustworthy. Whether it be a night out on the town, daytime care or a weekend away, I have 2 daughters and 1 son of my own, so...

Edelwisa J. says "Kristen is great! We are sad that our schedule does not match anymore to hers. She's very punctual and dependable. She's great with kids and would do...

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Renee W.

Care-giver

Woodstock, GA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Renee and I m a certified nursing assistant. Before, becoming a nursing assistant I was a Direct Care Staff member at group homes. I assisted special need children and adults by helping them with their activities of daily living. Some of them activities included: outdoor outings, bathing, feeding, indoor...

Steve S. says "Renee is one of the very best CNAs that I have ever worked with! She is a joy to be around and I'm sure that I'll be hiring her again very soon!"

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Alma H.

Marietta, GA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I'm offering my services of group outings or one on one in the community, for adults with special needs I'm available Monday to Saturday, places such as the library, thrift stores, restaurants, bowling, parks, movies, swimming and more. I have been working in-home care services for more than 12 years helping seniors and...

Tess K. says "My son adores Alma, with special needs children/adults, verbal communication is limited, but actions speak louder then words. If my son didn't feel...

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Haley R.

Kennesaw, GA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
I am a babysitter certified by the Red Cross and I am also CPR certified. I have worked with special needs kids as well as my sister being special needs as well.
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Alie S.

Former Educator

Dallas, GA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was an educator for 14 plus years. I taught general and special education. I have experience in a lot of physical and mental disabilities. I would love to help you out with your loved one!! Let me know if I can be of service to you and your family!!

Harold S. says "Alison is very punctual and friendly. She makes herself available for your needs. She not only can and does care of our dad but, watches over and...

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Carlie B.

Marietta, GA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hey there. I love caring and helping children. I got my Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked with kids from birth through 22 years old. I use to teach infants, twos, pre-K and after school at a daycare. I have been working with kids for about 9 years now. Also I have experience with special needs as...

Care Member says "Carlie watched our 16 month old son and 3yr old daughter for 12 days while we were out of the country. She was fantastic - communicative, took great...

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Tendai H.

Experienced And Compassionate Caregiver

Dallas, GA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a seasoned caregiver and certified Neuro Transformational Life Coach with over 20 years of dedicated experience in empowering teens and young adults with developmental disabilities to live fulfilling lives. My passion for making a positive impact, coupled with my extensive expertise, has allowed me to navigate the unique...

Karen D. says "We have employed Tendai for approximately 1.5 years. She has been reliable, prompt, mature and flexible. We can no longer provide her with enough hours,...

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Natasha W.

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Kennesaw, GA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Oldest of 6 children and I'm currently enrolled at KSU for Elem Education degree. Lots of experience with special needs children.

Care Member says "Tasha was very communicative, prompt, understanding, and gentle with our family! We had her handle both our rambunctious 3 y/o and 5 y/o, and they had a...

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Shahneen J.

Woodstock, GA

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Shahneen, I am a native of Philadelphia but have lived in Georgia for approx 25 years. I have three adult children who also live in Georgia. I have many years, 10+ years, of caregiver experience . I have cared for elderly individuals, special needs children and adults. I am currently a Special Needs bus...
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Diana J.

Woodstock, GA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have more than 20 years of experience working with kids, most of every age. I work in a middle school with kids with special needs. I been in this job for 9 years. I have a 18 years old daughter.
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Deana W.

Dallas, GA

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I work as a special needs bus monitor for the school district. I also work as a child caregiver for a local church and as an adult special needs caregiver for a local non-profit organization. I am current on my CPR/First Aid certification. I provide one on one support to individuals with special needs, ensuring their safety and...
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Alanna P.

Kennesaw, GA

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Ali. I am 19 years old and attend Kennesaw State, studying to become a pediatric therapist. I am CPR and BLS trained. I spent years babysitting and teaching Sunday school. I also have a little brother with special needs so I am trained to help.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.90/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Acworth, GA

Special Needs Caregivers in Acworth, GA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alma H.

Alma gave exceptional care to my grandfather. Very reliable and easy to work with.

- Brian C.

Kaelyn K.

Kaelyn is an absolutely amazing young woman. She has been working for us for about two years now and I cannot recommend her highly enough....

- Elizabeth N.

Nakia R.

Nakia is very responsible, caring and respectful. She helped me with my Dad. I would hire her again if I need her in the future.

- Care member

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