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Claire P.

Compassionate Caregiver

Holland, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I am a recently graduated nursing student from Oakland University with a passion for helping others. I love to work creatively with children and adults. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages as well as spending the past 4 years in various caregiving positions. I have 3 years of experience...

Amy B. says "Claire is fantastic. We are so lucky to have found her. She provides such loving care and is so personable and reliable. SO GRATEFUL! Would hire her over and...

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Your Child's New Favorite Friend!

Grand Haven, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Elizabeth and I am 24 years old. I have 8 years of experience caring for children of all ages, and have worked with special needs individuals as well. My main goals as your nanny will be to keep your child/children engaged with fun, hands on activities as well as offer as much help as I can when it comes to early...

Danae L. says "Elizabeth is a true gem of a nanny! She is kind, thoughtful, dependable, and easily adapted to the needs of our family. She communicated well when she had...

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Wyoming, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I am a mother of two girls, one 26 and the other 29. I graduated from Calvin College in 1994 and have many years of experience working with children, outside of raising my own, and adults. Over the years, this experience has included various ages, economic backgrounds, and special needs. Currently, I work for Covenant Living of...

Christa V. says "I have known Rebecca for 9 years as a friend and a co-worker at an art studio. Rebecca is a very caring and loving person, and a professional and...

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Part-time And Full-time Caregiver

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting for the past 9 years. My experience goes past just babysitting. I also worked as a before/after school care giver for 5 years in a private christian school. In addition to that I was also a Preschool aid for the two years following my graduation from High school. I have experience with children with...

Jennifer C. says "Jessa has a huge heart and loves kids. She is a natural and we call her Mama J because of her love and passion for caring for children. She is willing...

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Caregiver/Nanny For Those With Special Needs

Holland, MI

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
8 years experience
I love working with kids who have special needs, especially those with ADHD and behavioral disorders. I believe that every kid has great potential and just needs someone to encourage them and allow them to discover who they are. I grew up on a farm working with "at-risk" and behavioral kids who just needed help focusing and...
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Nurse Assistant

Grand Haven, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a cna since 1988, I have worked with infants all the way to elderly with various health issues in a hospital setting, I have been doing home care for seven years and am very patient, kind, knowledgeable and reliable. I love one on one care and giving attention needed. Let's chat about your loved one and how I can...

Tom P. says "Lisa provided quality 24/7 in home care for our adult CP daughter for two weeks. She prepared meals, made sure all appointments were kept, and provided...

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Full/Part Time Caregiver/Nanny Available

Spring Lake, MI

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Lexi. I am interested in your job posting and would love to chat more. Here's a little about me: I am 24 years old and just moved out here from Michigan. I graduated in 2021 with my Bachelor's of Science from GVSU. I have been a professional nanny for almost 5 years now and babysat for several years prior to...
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Fun Sitter!

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! I am a very friendly, reliable, patient, and creative person. I am also CPR infant and adult certified as well as first aid certified. I love the outdoors and getting my hands dirty! I also love all animals :) I have experience in special needs children along with taking them to and from their therapies and assisting...

Nancy B. says "Absolutely a blast to be around! She is super sweet and funny! She cleaned without being asked when my daughter was down for a nap and always stuck around...

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Cool But Very Responsible Sitter

Wyoming, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I love children of all ages. I have watched children from newborns to the age of 13. I also have experience with special needs children. I love being around children, they keep me up to date with the world. I am also competitive, so if your children like to race or play video games, let's do it! (I always let them win). I love...

Ben B. says "Super prompt, professional and responsive. Charvella watched both our 3 month old and toddler. Our 2 yo daughter warmed up to her right away. I would highly...

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Special Needs Care Experience

Grand Rapids, MI

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
As a Foster parent and mother I gained experience with Autism, ADHD, ADD and Sensory integration. As a Nanny I gained experience with a G tube, a seizure plan, OT, PT, ST for limited mobility, blindness, cognitive and hearing impairment.
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Fun And Playful Sitter

Wyoming, MI

from
$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old, I'm now 28. I have tons of experience with children including children with special needs. I currently work for a school that deals with emotional impairment(special needs) and I love it. I am fun, playful, caring, love being around kids, and very patient.
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Holland, MI

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Kathryn! I'm a Purdue University student. I have extensive experience working with children, including two summers as a nanny and years of babysitting for families with diverse needs, including children with special needs like ADHD, Autism, and seizure disorders.
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$11/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Bailey. I am an animal-lover, former athlete and a total arts-n-crafts nerd. I recently graduated with my Bachelor of Social Work degree from Grand Valley State University and am working full-time Monday-Thursday in an office job in Ionia. I am also a part-time Master of Social Work student at Michigan State...
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I Am A CNA Who Is Reliable, Friendly, And Provides Gentle Care.

Grand Rapids, MI

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
home modification
errands
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
My goal is to provide assistance with all activities of daily living, for anyone who is in need of the assistance. Since 2005 I have worked as a CNA where my compassion for my job has grown tremendously. Throughout my career I have worked in long term care, rehab, and assisted living. I have experience working with geriatric...
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Grand Rapids, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Trista, an experienced caretaker with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. I have a background as a paraprofessional, supporting students with special needs through individualized attention and learning plans. I'm pursuing my Bachelor's in Elementary Education and coach high school varsity...
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Nanny Granny

Holland, MI

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I had my own registered and licensed in home day care for 10 years and now my children are grown with children of their own. I'm an empty nesting grandmother who enjoys working with children of all ages. My youngest grandchild is three and the oldest is 13. I am certified in CPR/BLS/First Aid/AED and Med Tech. I also have...
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Caregiver Available

Grand Rapids, MI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I have experience in caring elderly, Special needs, Infants, Toddlers and School age children. I am very flexible and care about making your family member/s happy and cared for.
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Nanny/Babysitter

Sparta, MI

from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I am a childcare provider that has had about four years of paid experience, with about eight years of unpaid/unofficial experience. I have been a nanny for two different families, only leaving the job when they moved or the child went on to school. Overall, I had the chance to nanny for about two years altogether. I...
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Holland, MI

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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Aubrey! I was already babysitting for neighbors and family friends by the time I was 12. I helped raise my two younger brothers growing up. It's always come naturally to me and I've continued to build on that foundation with professional experience childcare and healthcare. I spent 4 years working at Holland Hospital as...
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Nettie

Grand Rapids, MI

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$23/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I'm a responsible and experienced nanny looking to share my enthusiasm and creativity as a full-time nanny for a family seeking help with daily activities and any childcare needs! I've been fortunate enough to be a nanny for a wonderful family for the past four years. unfortunately, my nanny kiddos will be starting school...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.64/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Allendale, MI

Special Needs Caregivers in Allendale, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Claire P.

Claire is fantastic. We are so lucky to have found her. She provides such loving care and is so personable and reliable. SO GRATEFUL! Would...

- Amy B.

Elizabeth M.

Elizabeth is a true gem of a nanny! She is kind, thoughtful, dependable, and easily adapted to the needs of our family. She communicated...

- Danae L.

Ann H.

I have known Rebecca for 9 years as a friend and a co-worker at an art studio. Rebecca is a very caring and loving person, and a...

- Christa V.

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