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Heather G.

Caregiver

Saint Charles, MO

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$17/hr
I am compassionate and experienced caregiver. I want to help adults with developmental disabilities live their best life and help with daily needs. I want to stick with their routines and help them feel comfortable. I have worked in group homes, hospitals, home health, nursing homes. I believe everyone should be treated with...
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RN

Saint Louis, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Efficient and reliable RN with seven years of experience in mental health, home health, nursing home, and a hospital setting. I have experience with physically and mentally disabled clients. I also have a lot of experience with Dementia and Alzheimer s patients. My brother has epilepsy, cerebral palsy and autism so I have a lot...
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Saint Charles, MO

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I have 5 years of private nannying experience and about 10 years total childcare experience. I'm a former CNA in a skilled nursing facility, have worked in Special Education at an elementary school, and have worked as a private tutor for kids ages 10-18. I am located in St. Charles but can travel most anywhere.
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Granite City, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have worked with children in the past and I'm looking to further that. Previously I have worked with a special needs boy. I also grew up in a in home daycare helping caring for pets and kids of all ages. I am CPR certified and recently of my EMR (emergency medical responder) license! If you'd like to reach to me further and...
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Emma Mom, Of 4

Saint Louis, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a CNA, L1MA, I am a dog trainer. I work with old people, young people, and all them between regular ones and furry ones. I have been doing it for many years and I used to work at the Emhuas homes where are special needs children live in a center
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Granite City, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
transportation
Supporting adults and seniors' well-being is a personal passion of mine. I'm a compassionate and empathetic caregiver with two years of experience providing live-in home care and transportation. I have a college degree and adapt to changing routines or unexpected challenges when caring for individuals with special needs or...
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Saint Louis, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a 37-year-old with over 20 years of experience working with children, from newborns to 14-year-olds, including special needs up to age 11. My passion for kids is lifelong, and I believe in pouring into them now to shape their future. I'm a Christian and love teaching children about Christ in a loving environment. I'm also...
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Hazelwood, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a dedicated caregiver with over 12 years of experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. I call myself a Share a Smile Caring Lady because I believe caregiving should feel as warm and comforting as a cozy blanket. When I work with a family, your loved one's well being is always my...
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Anastasia

Edwardsville, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician 3 days a week. I have also worked with a man through DORS who had epilepsy and developmental delays. I would love to talk with you about this opportunity.
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Saint Louis, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as person centered, intent focused, happy. I like working with kids because they are imaginative and curious. My skills include stages of development, nonverbal communication, and observation. Thank you for your interest in my bio, I hope it offers enough insight into my work experience, as it...
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Saint Charles, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Reliable, experienced caregiver to care for your loved one. For the past 8 years, I took care of two elderly men, one with dementia, 70+ hours per week. I provided assistance in all areas of daily living, medication management, transfers, feeding, bath/showers, etc. Check out my recommendations on Care. com. I can provide...
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Collinsville, IL

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$20/hr
Hi! My name is Lydia! Some of my experiences working with special needs is I grew up with a sister who had SMA, two younger siblings with Down Syndrome and a younger brother with Cerebral Palsy. I've helped take care of my sister who has SMA( spinal muscular atrophy) she needed lots of hands on care. So that meant I took her to...
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Saint Louis, MO

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years experience work with children and teens with developmental disabilities. I have also 10 years experience working with children in a childcare center..
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Saint Charles, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My professional experience includes working with (multiple ages) children and teens on the autistic spectrum. I have worked with middle schoolers with cerebral palsy and fragile x as well as adhd and cognitive. I have experience with seniors that needed some mobility assistance and day to day support.
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Florissant, MO

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$30/hr
Patient, reliable, hardworking caregiver that is well versed in all caregiving scenarios. Feeding, changing, medication administer, and behavior challenges come naturally to me and I am very experienced in these areas.
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Florissant, MO

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Four years ago, I had a heartwarming experience working with special needs individuals. It required patience, encouragement, and repeated practice, but the joy and pride on their face when they finally succeeded were unforgettable. This experience not only highlighted the impact of my support and care but also deepened my...
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Florissant, MO

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$26/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Fatuma, and I am a 22-year-old student at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. I have extensive experience working with children, having been a nanny for seven families over the years. My responsibilities have included school drop-offs, extracurricular activity coordination, and providing attentive care for...
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Special Needs Nanny/Caregiver Available

Saint Louis, MO

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I am a very dependable, personable, organized, and kind person. I have years of experience caring for children and persons with various disabilities, handicaps, and disorders, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's, Tourette's, the elderly, ADD/ADHD, mental disorders, Alzheimer's/dementia, and much...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Granite City, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been caring for special needs children for the last 10 years. It started when I was 12 and helped this foster family with mainly disabled children. I am also a CNA and work with people on all different spectrums. I have cared for paralyzed children, those with autism, dimentia, blindess, deafness and ADHD. I am not...
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Florissant, MO

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Hello, my name is Schuyler and I am junior in college majoring in Social Work. I am also CPR certified. I also have a AA degree as well. I would describe my personality as fun, caring, and responsible. I like working with kids because I had a great babysitter as a kid, and they really made an impact on my life. I hope to be that...
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