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Victoria J.


Bodega, CA

$35-40/hr4 yrs exp

Joyous Contagious Enthusiasm

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I am a mother of two adult boys and take care of our three grandkids with my husband at our home on Tuesday/Thursday. I was a Psycho-Social OT for 10 years on a psychiatric unit; teaching arts, crafts and Horticulture. Being on the Harmony School Board, I built the first school wide Organic Garden to Cafeteria Program at School,...
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Susan D.


Sebastopol, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

5.0

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I am an experienced child care provider/nanny and I am seeking full or part time employment. I have 23 years of experience and have cared for newborns, young infants, toddlers, young children, school age children and special needs children of differing ages. Since relocating a few years ago, I have worked for individual families...
5.0
"Sue has been taking care of my kids for 3 years (since my son was 3 months old). She is always on time, reliable, and helps me keep our little ship afloat. I highly recommend her."

Reviewed by Mira H.

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Ini R.


Sebastopol, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi there I've always interested in helping Seniors as I brought up in a country where we valued our seniors. So in my homeland and that is Fiji Island we take of our own elders. Would love to do my best in every opportunities will be given. My mission is to provide my best of Care as my Heavenly Father watching me from above.

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To whom it may concern ~ Family's and Clients I have been caring for clients for many years ~ I prefer the word personal assistant As I assist clients with as little or as much assistance needed ~ Clients I have cared for with the following challenges ~ Dementia Alzheimer's ALS Parkinson's Quadriplegic Paraplegic...
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Melissa M.


Sebastopol, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Been A Licensed Doula For 20 Years. I Am Educated InHand In Hand Parenting.

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Hello, I love children of all ages. I worked as a Doula for 20 years and have specialty with taking care of infants. I am very skilled with how to interact and take care of infants and toddlers. I also enjoy working with families that have children at different ages. I currently work at Salmon Creek school in Occidental. A...
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Barbara H.


Rohnert Park, CA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
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Sandra V.


Rohnert Park, CA

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible And Experienced Caregiver With Professional References.

5.0

(3)

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I have worked with mentally disabled individuals of all ages and conditions. I am reliable and flexible . I genuinely enjoy giving a hand to anyone who needs it. If any questions please contact me and I will gladly respond.
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Katherine M.


Santa Rosa, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hi there! My name is Katherine, I am a graduate from Sonoma State University. I entered as a Kinesiology major, two years in I then added a minor in Child Development. I fell in love with the field and eventually switched my major to Early Childhood Development. I plan on getting my Masters in Behavior Analysis in the near...
5.0
"Katherine is our go to caregiver. She is so sweet and great with our 2yr old twin girls. She is very reliable and great at responding quickly. My girls love her too. She also picks up at the end of the day and...

Reviewed by Kayla B.

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Maribel F.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

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I have 11years of experience and I am looking for long term. I have 6 years experience in group home settings and 5years in home private care giving. I am infant /adult CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am a very upbeat, caring, compassionate person Who loves nature and I find it very relaxing and I try to incorporate the...
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Janet F.


Rohnert Park, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Woman Seeking Part Time Assistance Position. 2-3 Days Per Week (Day Hours)

5.0

(1)

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I am an easygoing 64-year-old, good listener, warm personality seeking to be a companion and can help with medications, light meals, and drives to appointments, etc. I like to walk, listen to music, read, art appreciator, artistic soul with a sense of humor. I have been involved in Hospice and caring for my Father with CHF and...
5.0
"I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure."

Reviewed by Audrey D.

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Paris S.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hi there! I am a nurse who is looking to take some time off from bedside and dedicate my time to nannying as I am expecting my first child in August. I first started watching kids at the age of 10 years old - young I know! My best friend and neighbor was the oldest of 6 kids so I would help her mom after school. I have cared for...
5.0
"Paris is a natural with babies. She was nurturing and confident, easily handling nap time and any fussiness. She was also an engaging playmate for my older boys and able to balance the fun with discipline when...

Reviewed by Brooke P.

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Jhara J.


Santa Rosa, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Jhara

5.0

(1)

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I love the field of caregiving very much, Taking care of individuals who can no longer care for themselves is something that is very important to me. I treat my clients like family. I started working in small facility (care home) then I move to a big facility as a caregiver at Brookdale chanate. I become med-tech after they gave...
5.0
"Great caregiver ,great communicator and very dependable"

Reviewed by Willie T.

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Clarice P.


Windsor, CA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Clarice P From New Orleans, LA

4.0

(3)

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Hello, my name is Clarice, I am a junior at Tulane majoring in philosophy with a concentration in law. For the past four years, I have worked in the classroom setting with ages 3-17 and have had experience working with special needs students and English language learners. I have also spent many years in the performing arts, and...
5.0
"She did an awesome job with watching my little ones. She attended to them together and also individually."

Reviewed by Helen W.

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Madison H.


Rohnert Park, CA

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Help

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a recent Sonoma State graduate looking for full-time work. I am an experienced babysitter, aide for children, teens, and seniors with special needs, petsitter and housesitter. I am reliable, honest, organized, respectful and very dependable. I have my own transportation with a clean driving record and insurance. I...
5.0
"Madison was such a help with the kiddos. They adored her and she adored them. She was very good about keeping in communication while I was at work, I frequently got picture update of the kiddos playing. She was...

Reviewed by Jennifer J.

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Le Lainia S.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-45/hr20 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have over 30 years of professional childcare experience including special needs, medical care, extensive newborn and infant care and Multiples (several sets!). I am TRUSTLINE Certified and am a former CALFIRE Firefighter. I hold a current BLS Public Safety, CPR and First Aid Certification. I love singing (a lot), dancing and...
5.0
"Lolly is absolutely amazing! She was so great with our baby girl. Every day she was engaging and energetic. Lolly doted on our daughter and treated her as if she was one of her own. Beyond taking excellent...

Reviewed by Darby B.

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Janae K.


Santa Rosa, CA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello I am Janae , I am looking for a full time nanny job in the beautiful sonoma county . I am available Monday and Tuesday , as I have a full time job. Some things about me are that I love the outdoors! I love to hike and play soccer. For a more relaxing day I love to do arts and crafts, especially drawing and painting. I also...
5.0
"Excellent communication, kids loved her, flexible. She easily handled my boys (1&4) and was even able to take on our 6year old niece. Would hire her again without hesitation. "

Reviewed by Gloria K.

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Jasmine G.


Guerneville, CA

$20-40/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I'm 24 and a generous, loving and reliable person. I can be depended on to be responsible and attentive in the most ways I can be. I have 2 children of my own, ages 5 and 9 months. I love working with children, being creative, teaching and exploring. I have personal and educational experience with other children and special...
5.0
"Jasmine is a great sitter! She watched our two boys, age 2 and 4.5. Both boys had a great time with her. She was on time and responded to messages quickly when scheduling the job. We definitely plan to hire her...

Reviewed by Alyson H.

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Carin S.


Windsor, CA

$18-23/hr

Windsor Mom. Very Experienced And Specialize In Infants.

5.0

(2)

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Hi! My name is Carin and I'm a mother of 4 (17, 11, 9 and 5). I've been a foster parent for many years and specialize in infants. I have experience with special needs children and worked with children with autism for two years. I have also had my own daycare. I worked with sexual assault and domestic violence survivors for about...
5.0
"Carin was amazing with our 2 year old son! She was very communicative leading up to the visit and arrived on time. She was also very responsive while we were away, and sent us photo updates. We would definitely...

Reviewed by Care member

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Serena B.


Fulton, CA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(2)

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I've worked with children with and without special needs from the age of two weeks and older for 14 years now. As a director and counselor of two well respected summer camp programs in Santa Rosa, a full time nanny and a personal aide, I've had many years of professional training and am certified through the Red Cross in CPR and...
5.0
"Serena was the perfect nanny for our daughter! We were so sad to lose her when she decided to go back to school full-time. Aside from the normal nanny responsibilities (which she was amazing with) she had a...

Reviewed by Meredith S.

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Ma De La Cruz A.


Santa Rosa, CA

$48/hr10 yrs exp

I Enjoy Helping Others

5.0

(1)

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I'm a C. N. A (Certified Nurse Assistant) I speak English and Spanish more than 10 years experience I have various recommendation letters. I'm a person who loves to help others, especially those who can't help themselves or having special needs. Helping them makes me feel like I can ease their daily activities and influence...
5.0
"Oh I was so very lucky to have Maria care for my mom! My mom absolutely loved Maria!!! And my mom could be difficult and didn't love everyone. She sufferers from Alzheimer's. Maria was amazing with her and took...

Reviewed by Noni S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bodega, CA

Susan D.

5.0

Sue took care of my son for over 2 years before he went to preschool. She is amazing! So patient and kind. Truly the baby whisperer! I cannot recommend her enough. She is punctual and lovely.

- Kerin L.

Katherine M.

5.0

Katherine is our go to caregiver. She is so sweet and great with our 2yr old twin girls. She is very reliable and great at responding quickly. My girls love her too. She also picks up at the end of the day and I can’t say how much I appreciate this. I highly recommend her if you’re looking for...

- Kayla B.

Janet F.

5.0

I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure.

- Audrey D.

Paris S.

5.0

Paris is a natural with babies. She was nurturing and confident, easily handling nap time and any fussiness. She was also an engaging playmate for my older boys and able to balance the fun with discipline when needed.

- Brooke P.

Jhara J.

5.0

Great caregiver ,great communicator and very dependable

- Willie T.

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