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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Akron, OH

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Akron, OH

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Janice C.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver, Housekeeper, Cooking And Errands

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I am an experienced 61-year-old LPN. I have worked with pediatric special needs patients, Alzheimer residents, as well as geriatric individuals. I am also a mother of 4 and a grandmother of 14, so I have a lot of experience caring for children as well. I am up to date on my CPR, BLS and first aid certifications, as well as my...
Janice can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jenna G.


Uniontown, OH

$10-16/hr9 yrs exp

Family Care Provider, In Home Or Out Of Home, Nanny, Pet Care

Energetic and compassionate. I am a Mom of 4 and I also have years of experiencing nannying as well as working with the ohio DoDD doing home care. I am comfortable offering care for children, elderly as well as those with special needs. I am available for daily check ins with seniors as well as help with light household duties,...
Jenna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
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Makayla F.


Barberton, OH

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I am looking for a position after 12 p.m. I have a very kind and patient personality. I come from a medical background and love working with kids! I'd like to hopefully work with special needs children as a full time job. But it's not really a job if you love what you're doing. And I love being able to be that reliable role...
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Erin M.


Barberton, OH

$23/hr4 yrs exp

Those Companies Who Provide Direct Care Are Callous And Predatory

I worked for a service which I will not name for several years, and I understand the systemic issues. The cost is through the roof and yet the caregivers are not usually the sort of person with whom I'd personally choose for my loved one's care. I am currently caring for a family member, and this allows for me to be available...
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Saylor T.


Uniontown, OH

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Therapist

I am registered behavioral technician full time! I have about a year of experience in ABA and plan to further my education in the field.
Hello there I am patient hard working and a positive role model . I raised 3 children one the diagnosed with ADD/ADHD at an early age no medication I. Refused to medicate I used a diet plan to help with less sugar in his daily diet it worked great! I worked with kids in high school with disabilities for 3 1/2 Years . I love all...
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Janice C.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Flexible

I am an experienced 63-year-old LPN. I have worked with pediatric special needs patients, Alzheimer residents, as well as geriatric individuals. I am also a mother of 4 and a grandmother of 14, so I have a lot of experience caring for children as well. I am up to date on my CPR, BLS and first aid certifications, as well as my...
Janice can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Barbara T.


Uniontown, OH

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Providing YOU "Peace Of Mind!"

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I help you manage aging, dementia, Alzheimer's, special needs, and companion care. Focus: safety, cleanliness-hygiene, diet, activities specific to personality, mental/physical needs-capacity, and medical directives. Stimulation and humor are essential to avert boredom. I endeavor to ignite interests and skills with appropriate...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

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Jamie K.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$16-19/hr2 yrs exp

DSP Experience

I've worked with disabled individuals for 2 years, mostly helping with daily activities and positive interactions through socializing.
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Kaitlyn R.


Barberton, OH

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Looking For The Right Family

Hi there! I am a graduate of Ohio University with a degree in Wildlife and Conservation Biology. I am looking for nanny positions while I am in between seasonal positions as a zookeeper. I have several years of babysitting experience and being a full time nanny with a diverse age group ranging from infants to 10 years old,...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
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Janice C.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I am an experienced 61-year-old LPN. I have worked with pediatric special needs patients, Alzheimer residents, as well as geriatric individuals. I am also a mother of 4 and a grandmother of 14, so I have a lot of experience caring for children as well. I am up to date on my CPR, BLS and first aid certifications, as well as my...
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Angela P.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Child Care

Hi, I am Angela, I'm 31 years old. I am a Independent Provider. I have 5 other clients I see during the week. I am looking for some extra jobs on the side to fill my free time.
Hi I am adaptable, reliable, and patient. I have experience working with people of all ages with disabilities. I believe in promoting independence. I enjoy spending time playing games, reading, crafting, going on adventures, and more.
Hi there! My name is Madisyn! I am a nurse here at a local hospital and also a photographer! I am CPR/First aid certified. I have experience with special needs. Can help with kiddos who have medical needs. I have 13 years of child care experience. These kiddos range from 0-13! I am able to provide you references upon request....
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Darlene W.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I have experience caring for children and young and older adults that have MR/DD. I enjoy caring for those that can't care for themselves.
Ive been working w special needs adults as well as children of course cor quite some time. Between my professional nannying positions ive had ive also worked in the healthcare industry for the past year and a half and I adore that as well. Being a dietary chef to memory care and behavioral units at a nursing facility. I...
I've worked in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility for over a year . Typically with 10-15 Patients to my person. I've given care to residents with dementia/Alzheimer's, behavioral issues, special needs, post surgery, etc. Available parttime
Emily can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Lexington S.


Tallmadge, OH

$11-18/hr5 yrs exp

Trained In Education And Specialized In Creating A Fun Environment

Hello! I am a middle-level education major who specializes in Math, English, and Special Education. I am currently completing my student teaching and will be graduating in May of 2020. Over the past 5 years, I have been a summer nanny for 5 children and a day-care worker. I have experience with children of all ages, children...
Lexington can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
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Megan N.


Kent, OH

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked at 2 daycares back in my hometown of New York for multiple years, as well as a YMCA summer camp and daycare for one year. I was a gymnastics coach for 4 years and a gymnast/soccer player growing up. I was also a division 1 athlete during my 4 years of undergrad for swimming/diving and love to be active! I am...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was great, my daughter loved spending time with her! She was prompt and very respectful and responsible."

Leah K.

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Ronda J.


Kent, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Special Needs And Elderly

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hygiene care, transfers, catheter care, incontinent care, medication assistance, operate hoyer's and track lifts, feeding, cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, b/p, care notes, ROM exercises, etc

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Ratings for Akron, OH special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Akron, OH are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.