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Wemerson was a Godsend! He took care of my 3yo and I couldn’t have been more pleased with all I watched him do for my little girl. He took

Review for Wemerson R. by Care member

Cindy was amazing, she was so sweet with my baby girl. I highly recommend her!

Review for Cindy M. by Huber A.

Alison is reliable, caring, and understands her clients. She brings many skills to the job, including suggestions to make her clients‘ life

Review for Alison V. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Boulder Creek, CA

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Nicolette H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Supportive Living Caregiver Looking For New Clients

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I am a professional caregiver for adults with disabilities. I value my clients independence, decision- making skills and individual interests. I have professional experience caring for adults with developmental and physical disabilities as well as complex medical needs. I love getting to know my clients on a personal level and...
Experience with a wide range of behavioral and cognitive challenges.
Hello! I'm Taylir B, a dedicated nursing student with a passion for providing exceptional care. With eight years of experience in caregiving and four years of being CPR certified, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to every individual I assist. Whether it's childcare, senior care, or special needs support, I prioritize...
Taylir can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Tevita A.


Saratoga, CA

$22-27/hr6 yrs exp

I have a sister that was disabled so I look after her all my life. I'm friendly, very patient, kind-hearted, and soft-spoken!!

Wemerson R.


Mountain View, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Wonderful Nanny/older Brother For Your Kids

5.0

(2)

Hi! 7-year experienced nanny, caring for all kinds of kids, including special needs. Currently, I care for a wonderful 4-year-old special needs child but am seeking a new opportunity for growth and better self-development. I believe in positive education and patience as key pillars for raising a child. I studied physical...
Wemerson can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wemerson was a Godsend! He took care of my 3yo and I couldn’t have been more pleased with all I watched him do for my little girl. He took her in different adventures such as museums, parks, zoos, you name it! He also planned weekly activities and was always...

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Cindy M.


Mountain View, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Enjoyable, Patient, And Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a loving mother of 2, my 17-year-old daughter and my 4-year-old special needs son. I am fully experienced with newborns, infants, toddlers, and older. My patience runs high and I've always loved kids. I take full precautions and am a safety first type of person... Especially at this time. Hours are set but I am flexible...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Cindy was amazing, she was so sweet with my baby girl. I highly recommend her!"

Huber A.

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Alison V.


Los Altos, CA

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Everyone Gets Old If They're Lucky

Hello, my name is Alison and I am a caregiver, personal assistant, and companion in one. I am 36 and have amassed numerous skills relating to taking care of people's wants and needs. I have the awareness and discernment for the appropriate response to your situation at hand. I assist in adhering to the recommendations of your...
Alison can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"I hired Alison as a personal assistant for around two years and was thrilled by and so grateful for her support. I’m a busy professional who also struggles with ADHD and physical limitations. That’a why every week Alison was there to assist me with tasks such as...

Mattie C.

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Daniela M.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Daniela, and I bring over 7 years of experience working with children, including those with special needs. I've been a 1:1 caregiver for the elderly, and during college, I was often referred to families needing reliable and compassionate care. Growing up watching over my younger cousins taught me so much but...
5.0
"I called Daniela last minute to watch my kids on a Friday night & she was available. She was great with the kids, they loved her. Very dependable & trustworthy, I would definitely reach out to her again."

Yajaira M.

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Fernanda R.


Santa Clara, CA

$30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I understand that, as a parent, you want the best for your child. With my background in school psychology and experience in working with students of all abilities, I can offer specialized support to help your child thrive. My expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) means I have a deep understanding of how to support...
Fernanda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We couldn’t be happier with Fernanda as our babysitter. She is incredibly caring, responsible, and attentive to our baby’s needs. Fernanda has a natural ability to connect with our child, making playtime both fun and educational. She always arrives on time and is...

Liang M.

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Selena O.


San Jose, CA

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have experience as a lead teacher in a child care facility where I cared for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months. I am currently attending Mission College to receive my associates in Child Development. I have met the CDC preschool requirement, including infant and toddler safety. I also have professional experience with...
Selena can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Selena is my master teacher. She is someone who is very down to earth and very helpful in every situation. She has an unconditional love for children you are able to see it in her work with children. She is very unique and very outgoing. She has moved many hearts...

Victoria M.

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Anna Lisa R.


San Jose, CA

$30-40/hr9 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Anna. While most of my experience is caring for special needs children, I have cared for children in both home and school settings. Because of my experience, I believe I would be a great addition to any family due to being well rounded and being able to care for children in any setting. I have worked with...
Anna Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anna was a pleasure to work with. She was knowledgable about how to interact with kids and facilitate play between our little ones. She has been reliable, diligent and responsive in all our interactions as well. Highly recommended!"

Patrick K.

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Jessica D.


San Jose, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

4.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently studying for my Nursing boards. I have graduated from Creighton University with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. I have worked and volunteered for children with special need 6 years with physical and developmental disabilities in Challenge sports. I started off as a basic volunteer eventually I moved to coaches...
4.0
"Jessica is very friendly and positive. She works extremely well with my two very different sons, one of whom is autistic and has limited verbal skills. I am impressed that she is able to handle both of them at once! Her availability is limited, but aside from...

Molly L.

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Abigail J.


San Jose, CA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Caregiver

I'm a 22-year-old woman whom loves kids currently a college student studying to be an elementary teacher. I want to experience and get more knowledge of how it is to be around kids. I am reliable, friendly and always fun I am as well a certified medical assistant. I am one 3 years experienced and Experienced and taken care of a...
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Danika W.


San Jose, CA

$30-35/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Danika and I am a patient, kind, and reliable attendant to children and young adults with disabilities. My care experience is extensive. I worked as a babysitter, camp counselor, and educator all through high school. From 2016 through 2017 I worked as an in-home provider for the IHSS for a disabled adult,...
5.0
"Danika has been fabulous to work with! She has been the morning nanny for my daughter (22-month old) for over 4 months. She is very punctual and great about communication and very dependable! Danika finds new ways to keep my daughter engaged (music, imaginary play,...

Sayoni L.

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Kenneth G.


Aptos, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Family Assistant/ Odd Jobs/ Pet Care/ House sitting/ And More

I have worked with a variety of children in a variety of settings since 1994. First as a tennis coach for kids, then as a Residential Treatment Counselor for 10+ years, in-home Autism Therapist, as a Family Assistant on a large estate in Santa Cruz for 9 years, and as a special needs caregiver for 6+ years. I am currently a...
Kenneth can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Barbara S.


Mountain View, CA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider, Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have many years experience working with persons with disabilities. Ages range from the NICU to adulthood. I have worked in group homes, independent living centers as staff and in management. Familiar with all aspects of Title 7. Worked with SARC, San Joaquin Regional Center. Experience in implementing IEP, IHP etc. CPR,...
5.0
"Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out...

Lee B.

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Ferihan B.


Santa Clara, CA

$33-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny - Babysitter / California

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families! I'm a dedicated nanny with a Bachelor's Degree in Health Management and over 10 years of childcare experience. I've cared for children aged 2 months to 13 years, working with 40+ families across diverse cultures. My Qualifications: TrustLine Certified (background checks cleared). CPR, First Aid, and AED...
Ferihan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Feri is fantastic. She is proactive, engaging, kind, and communicates comprehensively. The kids love her! And we feel great having her care for them. I would absolutely recommend her."

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Catherine M.


San Jose, CA

$25-50/hr19 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a patient and friendly caregiver with 19 years of childcare experience. I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow, and I believe that every child deserves a chance to be successful. With my ECE coursework and experience with special needs children, I have the skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care for...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Catie watched our 20 mo old for a couple hours and my daughter warmed right up to her. Catie was very responsive, prompt and just so sweet to our little one. We would definitely hire her again should we need a sitter in the San Jose area. "

Jennifer C.

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Thais S.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm Thais I'm from Brazil. I took care of twins for 3 years, they were 8 months old. second experience the boy was 2 years old and the baby girl was 6 months old, for 2 years. third experience two girls they were 7 and 8 years old for 1 year. fourth experience 3 kids, the baby girl was 11 months old and I pick up the boys from...
Thais can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was great with the kids! We are happy to have her come help our family again!"

Patricia O.

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Elvira L.


Santa Clara, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Job As Nanny

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello, Families! Hola, My name is Elvira L, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as your potential new professional nanny. With over 15 years of dedicated childcare experience, I have had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from precious newborns to energetic preschoolers, and even those with special needs. Safety is...
Elvira can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We've used Tatty as a dog sitter for our dog Tim on three occasions. She is reliable, communicative, and very good with pets. Tim is completely scared of strangers but when Tatty comes over he always comes out to say hello. My husband and I have been able to enjoy...

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