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Dianna L.

Professional, Compassionate Care Giver

Amite, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
errands
mobility assistance
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a professional caregiver with 20 years experience. I have a passion for helping others live safely and comfortably in their own homes. I have experience with elderly care, special needs, type 1 diabetes, quadriplegic care and wound care. I am dependable, flexible, reliable and have a passion for caring for others. I...
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Experienced And Reliable, Passionate Sitter

Walker, LA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am 30 years old and have multiple (5+) years daycare experience, as well as experience nannying for families (~5years). I have also babysat for over 10 years!! I am comfortable and experienced with children of all ages. I graduated with a degree in child development and working with children is my passion! I have a clean...

Laura B. says "I have hired Kara a couple times, and she is a very responsible and reliable sitter. She has experience with developmentally disabled children, and she is...

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Passionate Caregiver

Walker, LA

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am 30 years old and have multiple (5+) years daycare experience, as well as experience nannying for families (~5years). I have also babysat for over 10 years!! I am comfortable and experienced with children of all ages. I graduated with a degree in child development and working with children is my passion! I have a clean...
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Experienced And Honest Caregiver

Denham Springs, LA

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I have 20 plus years experience working in the medical field. 3 years in a hospital. 12 years in nursing homes and the last 8 years have been in home care. I have been with my current family for almost 3 years. I have worked with dementia, Parkinson, special needs and hospice patients. Responsibilities have included bathing,...

Stacy C. says "Melinda was a wonderful caregiver for my Mother. She went above and beyond for our family. She was patient and kind. She was reliable and genuinely cared...

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Summary Of Experience

Kentwood, LA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
personal care
respite care
visiting physician
Hi, my name is Shelby. I live in the kentwood area and have been a professional caregiver for 10 years. Since 2010 I have worked with individuals who have specials needs, this includes children, teens, adults, and seniors. I also have experience working in a behavioral health setting with seniors experiencing dementia and...
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Nurturing Lives With Heart And Experience.

Walker, LA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! I'm a friendly, integrity-driven, and great listener individual. I find joy in caregiving, starting in 2014 as a direct support staff in a group home. Two years later, I became an area manager overseeing six group homes. I'm dedicated to caring for my special needs daughter and maintain a healthy lifestyle through gym...
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Greensburg, LA

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$11/hr
I am an optimistic, caring person with pets. I love to help people and know that disabilities do not define someone. I personally have ADD/ADHD and have an epi pen. I have had experience with Autism, ODD, blindness, BPD, and schizophrenia from personal relationships. I have some experience in early childhood education. I am...
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Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights And Most Weekdays

Hammond, LA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Gabrielle! I'm currently a Junior majoring in Elementary Education. I lost my job due to COVID so my schedule is very open! I'm moving back to my home town of Mandeville, LA for the foreseeable future due to the virus. I've been a babysitter for 10 years, a nanny for 5, and have 4 years of housekeeping...
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Walker, LA

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Passionate for working with those who have special needs. I am reliable and caring with tons of experience.
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Walker, LA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
With a heart for caregiving, I began my journey in 2014 as a direct support staff in a group home, embodying friendliness, integrity, and attentive listening. In just two years, my commitment and competence led to a promotion to Area Manager, overseeing six group homes. This role deepened my understanding of special needs care,...
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Hammond, LA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
My names Mollie and I'm looking for any babysitting jobs in my area! I'm 19 and a full time college student, I'm currently going for my education degree so I can become a teacher for the littles. I've had five years in child care and babysitting experience that includes special needs as well. I'm great with kids of all ages,...
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Kentwood, LA

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$12/hr
10 years experience
For the past 10 years I've worked in some capacity as a caregiver to both adults and children with various special needs. I love working hands on and doing activities that encourage development. I have experience with tube feeding, suctioning, passing medications, managing oxygen, giving breathing treatments, bathing,...
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