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Rhonda F.

Nurse Aid

Petersburg, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Many years of Experience Super Dedicated to my work and the Love I hold for others. Mother to young Adults and two Grand dogs. polite Clean well Mannered. Waiting to care for you or your loved one.
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Chester, VA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with a few kids with ASD within the last couple years! I am very good with the kids I have worked with and I am a very very caring and loving and patient person!
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Part Time Caregiver

Hopewell, VA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I think children with special needs are the sweetest, most precious people ever. I have now nannied for two children with autism in the past and I loved them! I'm looking for a family to become close with for the next season of life.
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Experience Home Health Worker

Hopewell, VA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Hi my name is Melissa and I am a dependable and experienced home health worker! I have been doing in-home health for over six years and I'm looking for at least 40 hours a week! I am a single woman with no children and so I take my job very seriously as it is my main responsibility. I am looking for some thing on going please...
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Hopewell, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in this field since the early 2000's. Independent living facility classroom variety of settings with various ages and developmental issues and handicaps and disabilities.
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Special Needs Caregiver

Prince George, VA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi there, I am a caregiver I have worked with clients that are in need of caregiving and special needs. I enjoy helping others and assisting them with everyday needs. work to put a smile on their faces each day and a little happiness to help brighten their day I look forward to potentially working with you
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Experienced Special Education Teacher

Prince George, VA

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$14/hr
I was a special education for 3 years and am currently on my 3rd year of being a paraprofessional working with special needs. I absolutely love my job and all my children.
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Chester, VA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! I have worked within the caregiving field since 2018. I am passionate about caring for others, whether these are senior individuals, those with special needs, children and even pets. For some background information, I began working with children diagnosed with autism in 2012 as newborns and continued caring for them...
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Personal Care Assistance/Full-Time

Chester, VA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with disabilities and special needs individuals that includes brain and spinal cord injury individuals plus the elderly for over 25 years. I assisted with wheelchair transfer, change catheter and wound care, bathing, dressing, feeding, meal preparation, doctor appointments, errands and light house cleaning.. I...
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I'd describe my personality as empathetic, nurturing, and a strong advocate to the most vulnerable populations (babies, toddlers, special needs, elderly, animals etc) I'm looking for a side job to help those in need and to hopefully apply my skills and own personal experiences with my special needs son to help other parents...
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Senior Care

Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
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Home Care for Seniors. Specialize in bathing, dressing, medication reminders, transportation to appointments and light house keeping. Experience in the hospital, nursing home facilities and private homes. Over the years, I have helped clients diagnosed with Dementia and Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Disease, Strokes, Heart Failure,...

Carol M. says "Pam is exceptional. She is a very caring, knowledgeable, and professional caregiver who loves her work. Pam's years of experience and attention to detail...

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Experienced Caregiver & Mother

Midlothian, VA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Retired professional open to occasional sitting or emergency back-up; flexible working hours watching children of any age. Have raised 5 children including a special needs child. Several years of current experience with children ages infant to middle school.

Care Member says "Amazing! She distracted my toddler so he wouldn’t lose it when I left. So gentle with him and he seemed to really enjoy the time together. "

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Companion, Caregiver, Child Care

Midlothian, VA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a very happy person who loves being around people people I'm a retired nurse but I love caring for others. I prefer 4 hour shifts but have done 6 hours
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Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
Hi, I have 10+ years of experience in the heath field. I've worked in hospitals, assisted living facilities, home health as a medical assistant, Phlebotomist and medication technician. I have also have 10+ years with special needs which consist of autism, down syndrome and intellectual disability in home settings and community....

Jackie J. says "Tiffany is a hard worker and makes a special effort to connect with my dad. She is dependable, conscientious and compassionate."

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Versatile Household Employee

Richmond, VA

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Annie and I have been in the household employee field for around 13 years now! I have many years of experience with children of all ages; youngest being a day old to teenagers. I have worked with children who have special needs and children on the spectrum. I do have over 60 hours in childcare trainings, have attended...

Shawn B. says "Anne was very professional. Her resume was extensive and thorough with her employment history in regards to child care. Her numerous letters of...

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Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Virginia native living in Richmond. I am professional, knowledgeable, widly experienced, reliable, and passionate about providing compassionate and individualized care to my clients. My schedule is flexible, my preference is part time or short term opportunities. While I am comfortable with all ages, I am not a nanny and...

Megan L. says "I absolutely cannot say enough wonder things about Sue! From the first point of contact all the way through my surgery she has been amazing from the start....

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Future Exceptional Education Teacher

Midlothian, VA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, My name is Anna, and I am a college student that lives in Midlothian, VA. Due to COVID my classes at Longwood University are online, but this gives me a rare opportunity to work while completing my necessary course work. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities. I am currently finishing up my last semester...

Stephen B. says "Anna is such a wonderful child care provider. Patient and loving, our kids are excited to see her again! Would definitely recommend."

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Midlothian, VA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I often go into my mom's classroom to help her out and do simple classroom tasks and occasionally will help with kids. I have also worked at an autistic kids camp, so I have experience with special needs children. In high school, I did a program where I went into classrooms and...

Kimberly D. says "I could not have asked for a better nanny for my girls than Taylor! She is kind, dependable, and handles anything thrown her way. My girls and I adore...

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End Of Life Doula, Elder Care Specialist, Senior Care Consultant, Advance Care Planning, CNA

Chesterfield, VA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
My name is Alicia. I am a Certified End-of-Life Doula, Elder Care Specialist, Care Consultant and Advance Care Planning Facilitator. I am certified to work with Dementia and Parkinson's patients and am a Licensed CNA in Virginia. With over 14 years of experience working with Hospice patients and their families, and over three...

Care Member says "Alicia was so thorough and thoughtful when taking care of my elderly father while we were on vacation. He had nothing but amazing things to say about...

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Richmond, VA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, My name is Cilicia everyone calls me CC its not just my nickname its also easier to remember and pronounce. I am 26 years old. I've been working with children my entire life whether it was with my six younger siblings or working in Child Care. I also have a cousin on the spectrum with autism that I work with weekly. I'm...

Sydney K. says "CC was great with my toddlers and had them in bed right on time. She also picked up and folded laundry after they went to bed. So nice to come home to...

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  • The average post rate is $16.86/hr as of June 2025

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Pam R.

Pam is exceptional. She is a very caring, knowledgeable, and professional caregiver who loves her work. Pam's years of experience and...

- Carol M.

Paula R.

Amazing! She distracted my toddler so he wouldn’t lose it when I left. So gentle with him and he seemed to really enjoy the time together.

- Care member

Tiffany G.

Tiffany is a hard worker and makes a special effort to connect with my dad. She is dependable, conscientious and compassionate.

- Jackie J.

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