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Erica S.

Senior Care

Arcadia, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
companionship
meal prep
transportation
I have over 6 years of experience caring for seniors and children. I worked as a certified nurse assistant and home health aide for many years before transitioning to child care with special needs. Previously worked for a school district. I have worked for agencies and private in-home care. I am bilingual English and Spanish....

Larry C. says "We hired Erica as our late night caregiver and couldn't have been more satisfied. Her and her colleague provide a much needed support system for each other...

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Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with children to adults in providing ABA, Respite works, and applied skills. I am currently a behavioral Intervention instructor for a private agency. I have worked with children to adults with ASD, ADHD, and other disabilities. I have over 3 years of experience in multiple capacities. I am CPI and safety care...
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Looking For Full Time Care giving Live-In/Live Out What Ever Is Possible

Glendale, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Experienced working in private senior living facility, special needs home and mostly private care. Handled cases like Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Muscular Dystrophy, Lewy Body disease, minor and major health issues, trauma, accident recovery, bipolar disease, hospice and respite care, patients with catheter, Hoyer lift,...

Craig C. says "Jerome is the complete package. Some people care but aren't all that competent. Others have skill but no heart. And some with both compassion and skill...

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Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Have been an activity instructor and caretaker for clients with MS, Down's Syndrome, Asperger's, Autism, and advanced Dementia. References available upon request.
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Pasadena, CA

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been a CNA since 1997, went to nursing school for my RN but changed my course and went into holistic healing. I am a Certified Reiki Practitioner and certified in Sound healing. I have experience with Alzheimer, ALS, PLS, Stroke, Developmental disabilities, nonverbal clients, Hospice, Dementia, sundowners, mental...
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Male Caregiver/Driver/Personal Assistant Available In Pasadena

Pasadena, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a nurse for over 3 decades and currently working a few days a week with an active Quadriplegic providing bowel program, dressing and bathing and also assisting with IV home antibiotic therapy. I most recently worked full time caring for a Quadriplegic actor/writer/comedian who taught me a lot. I am aware of the...

Deborah B. says "We are grateful to have had Sergio as our caregiver. He was initially attentive and able to quickly learn the specific care needs of my spouse. He has...

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Montrose, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have lots of experience with kids of all ages & have years of experience with kids who have special needs. I am empathetic, trustworthy and physically able to keep up with young kids.
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Temple City, CA

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$23/hr
8 years experience
Hello families! I am 26 years old & reside in the pasadena area. I have 8+ years experience working with children 3 months - 12 years old. I have worked in daycare/preschool settings and have also worked as a sitter/nanny. I also have experience with special needs children. I'm very energetic, loving & compassionate. I'm also...
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San Gabriel, CA

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$20/hr
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I have experience with kiddos from TK all the way to high school especially with kids and special needs. I'm an instructional aid for kids special needs so I'm comfortable doing a lot of things and I've also been a Cna. I'm comfortable with housework, tutoring, carpooling, and many other things I've loved working with kids. I've...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I am a well seasoned Auntie or TeeTee as I am know. My oldest nephew is almost 30 and my youngest (great nephew) is 1. 5yo. I have always loved animals. I do have experience with special needs pets. My best friend only adopts senior dogs and our pets live long lives. We currently have an insulin dependent diabetic cat. I...
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Glendale, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Creating positive memories and building skills for kiddos is what I aim for. My interest in caregiving and sitting stems from hanging with my baby cousins, positive babysitting experiences, and experiences with kids as a youth development worker. I have a graduate degree and experience caring for children of all ages. My...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been working with children for 8 years. I have a passion for working with kids especially kids on the autism spectrum or those with special needs. I used to work at IN STEPPS as a behavioral therapist with kids on the autism spectrum. Growing up in Minneapolis I was a snowboard instructor and I taught kids of all ages...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! My name is Keara, and I'm a sophomore at CSUN majoring in Child Development. I have over six years of experience nannying and babysitting children from 6 months to 15 years old, including experience with children with special needs. I'm working toward becoming an elementary school teacher, and childcare is something I'm...
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South Pasadena, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I have been employed by Los Angeles School District worked many years alongside as a teacher assistant to the Special education teachers. I've learned to be respectful, observant, reliable and patient person who provides first-class care. Over the years, I have worked in various roles where the need to work closely with other...
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To Secure A Challenging And Responsible Position That Will Allow Me To Utilize My Care-Giving.

Glendale, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Errands
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
Experienced working in a senior living facility, nursing home, and mostly private care as well. I am also well experienced in handling Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Lewy Body and Special Needs cases. Minor and major health issues, trauma, and/or accident recovery. Also handled patients who have bipolar disease, hospice and...
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San Gabriel, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hello, my name is Lisa and I've been working with special needs students for about 7 years going on 8. I sincerely love my job and enjoy spending time helping and assisting these wonderful children. I currently work for San Marino unified in the special Ed department for low functioning students. I'm comfortable with g tub...
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Pasadena, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities for most of my life, beginning my volunteer work at age 9. I have over 1, 000 volunteer hours with one of the largest special needs ministries in Houston which I later worked directly with as an intern, worked at overnight camps for...
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Allow Me To Be Of Help

Alhambra, CA

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Hello. My name is Kimberly and I am looking for morning work as well as occasional date night / weekend , to help out a family in need. Looking for long term. Reliable, relatable , up beat . Please reach out if you would like to know more. :)
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San Gabriel, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
For over 10 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development, fueled by my passion for making a positive impact. My previous babysitting experiences solidified my desire to pursue childcare. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and even some technology-based...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi there! :) My first experience was working with adults in a day program (was there for 3 years). Then I moved to a school environment in elementary school where I worked with children ages 3-12. (This was for 5/6 years).
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Special Needs Caregivers in Altadena, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Erica S.

We hired Erica as our late night caregiver and couldn't have been more satisfied. Her and her colleague provide a much needed support system...

- Larry C.

Jerome S.

Jerome is the complete package. Some people care but aren't all that competent. Others have skill but no heart. And some with both...

- Craig C.

Sergio R.

We are grateful to have had Sergio as our caregiver. He was initially attentive and able to quickly learn the specific care needs of my...

- Deborah B.

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