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Robert J.

Bartow, FL

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$30/hr
12 years experience
I describe myself as driven, communicative, and responsible. I like caring for people with special needs because my passion for caring is rooted in the profound sense of fulfilment that comes from making a tangible difference in someone's life. I started caring for people with special needs when 2014 One thing you should...
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Special Needs And Child Care

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello Family! My name is Jessica I'm 32years old and have done so much in life. I'm a wife of 13 years mom of 4 boys (16, 13, 9, and 6). I have done home health care, licensed cosmetologist, and day care worker. I also cared for a boy for 2 years who was autistic. I would love to meet with you and your family to find out if we...

Mandy W. says "She was so great with my kids they asked when she was coming back! Super friendly, kind, caring, and all the great qualities I was looking for in a...

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Outgoing, Mature, Christian Caregiver

Winter Haven, FL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
I am a wife and mom of 4. I have experience in pediatric special needs care (trach care, feeding tube, heart monitor, oxygen, etc) I have held paid positions in elderly care as well as caring for my own parents before they passed away. I have worked as a pharmacy technician and am comfortable with medication prep. I am looking...
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Winter Haven, FL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Charlie and nurturing children and supporting families is truly my passion. For the past seven years (three paid), I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. My background in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and Early Child Development coursework, along with First Aid Training...
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Eagle Lake, FL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
I have worked in the medical field for 8 years. I've worked in a couple group homes with men and women who have intellectual disabilities. I'm familiar with hoyer lifts. I have a lot of patience. I'm very understanding. And plenty of references if needed.
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Winter Haven, FL

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$20/hr
I have extensive experience with child care and special needs and am compassionate, patient, and eager to help as much as possible!
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Child Whisperer

Winter Haven, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have always loved children and I have actively been taking care of children since I was young myself. I have cared for children with special needs, children with trauma, and children who just want somebody to have fun with while their parents are gone. My experience comes from being taught by my mama who ran her own daycare...
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Experienced Sitter Who Is Intentional

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I started watching children at 12, with my first child having various special needs. I have volunteered with children in other countries, orphans, and foster children. Additionally, I have taken care of up to five children at a...

Care Member says "She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her...

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Homemaking Companion Care-giving Personal Care

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a certified Home Health Aide. I am an approved provider with APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities). I am certified in CPR/First Aid. I have worked with the elderly and people with disabilities for more than 10 years.

Mary F. says "Brandy was super, and made a stressful day for me more tolerable. I hired her to take me to and from a medical appointment (I was not permitted to drive...

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Part Time Caregiver Available

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
I worked for comfort keepers for a year and received many credentials while there. I have experience with special needs and I can supply references if needed.

Kimberly M. says "Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental...

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Medical Assistant

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
6 years experience
I worked in New York State and in Florida with the Developmentally Disabled individuals. I currently work with children who are Autistic. I've always worked with Adults and Children.
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Compassionate And Professional PT- FT Care Giver Available Various Work Hours

Winter Haven, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
personal care
respite care
dementia
I have been in the Health Care Field for over 20 years . I have worked in various fields from facility care to private care. I have a background in Hospice and Memory Care, Rehabilitation and Therapy services, Habilitation and Special needs,, I've worked with beginning of life to end of life various needs and skill set. I am...

Care Member says "Christine is wonderful she takes good care of my mom I don’t know what I’d do without her "

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Local And Experienced Caregiver Available

Haines City, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
respite care
+ 1 more
20 years in health care. I specialize in Special needs care and elderly care. I have great communication skills, dependable and trustworthy. I also do light house keeping and meal preparations.

Melissa D. says "Working with Tracey, I was able to get to know her as a caring person with a wise soul and calm demeanor. Her work ethic is where she really shines....

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Experienced Nanny And Sitter Looking For Part Time Job.

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
For over 25 years I have lived in Lakeland and worked with children and seniors providing families with dependable care.. I have raised 3 children of my own and have experience with newborn to adult including special needs. I have helped many families in the area and can provide references and a clean background and driving...

Care Member says "Lindy is fantastic! She is reliable, dependable, and trustworthy. She walks my dog twice a day and she also picks up my first grader and transports her...

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Part Time Caregiver

Lake Wales, FL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I have worked in a child care center over 3 years and more, On my weekends if I'm available I do baby sit a few children. I personally have watched children that are sick and that were also with the special need of ADHD.
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Home Health Aide

Lakeland, FL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
I provide care for special needs children from ages 2yrs-14yrs of age. I have also worked in a daycare with children from newborn on up, they were not special needs children, but I love working with them all. I have 9 years of experience.
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Lakeland, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Just got my CNA and HHA and in school currently for OT specializing in pediatric care. I have experience caring for children with special needs and without special needs, being able to keep a household cleanly and maintaining care for children as well. I would like to do one day jobs if possible.
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Lakeland, FL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Abbigail! I grew up being the neighborhood babysitter where my love for children began. I recently moved to Florida from Kansas where I was able to expand my experiences in childcare and attain a Bachelors degree in Psychology. My experience includes private nannying, being a special needs para through the...
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Caregiver Nanny

Lakeland, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with kids for the past 10 yrs I enjoy making life easier for the parents Hi, I worked with a family for the past 20 months I worked with there son who is intellectual disability, cognitive impairment, or developmental disability. I took care of his daily needs eating dressing taking on outings helping him keep his...
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Lakeland, FL

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Hello my name is Selena. I have experience with disabled adults and children. I also worked in the field of this line of work for 10 years. I am CPR certified and First aid. Also have a CNA license.
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Special Needs Caregivers in Bartow, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jessica B.

She was so great with my kids they asked when she was coming back! Super friendly, kind, caring, and all the great qualities I was looking...

- Mandy W.

Soleil T.

She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely...

- Care member

Brandy M.

Brandy was super, and made a stressful day for me more tolerable. I hired her to take me to and from a medical appointment (I was not...

- Mary F.

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