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Amber R.

Cotati, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
mobility assistance
home modification
+ 1 more
My experience caring for seniors began while working at a day program for adults with special needs. Many of the older adults I supported lived active, fulfilling lives. Some enjoyed expressing their creativity through art projects and baking classes, while others worked part-time jobs and found joy in socializing with their...
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Sebastopol, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 25 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to older children, offering loving, reliable, and personalized care. I specialize in newborn care, sleep training, and support for children with special needs. I enjoy interacting with children through play, music, reading, arts, dance, crafts, all...

Care Member says "The most amazing caregiver. We have used Luana multiple times for my 20 month old daughter and my daughter LOVES her. It’s has made me so much more...

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Very Caring Caregiver

Rohnert Park, CA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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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Santa Rosa, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 6 years of experience caring for children, including twins and kids with special needs such as Down syndrome and autism. I've supported families with children ranging from 3 months to 11 years old, always providing a safe, patient, and nurturing environment. I can assist with preparing children's meals, school...
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Nanny/Babysitter

Santa Rosa, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Haley and I've been a babysitter as well as swim instructor for the last 5 years. Additionally, I taught a P. E second grade P. E class for one school year. I recently graduated from UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Communication and am now back home in Santa Rosa. I absolutely love working with children and...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello, my name is Summer and I am 24 years old. I am currently in school full time for medical assisting and will be finishing at the end of may. In the summer I will be taking prerequisites classes to get into the Radiology program I am hoping I will attend the program as of next year in the Fall. As for job experience, I have...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! I have 5 years of experience. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I enjoy playing outdoor sports, board games, and educational games. I have experience with special needs children. I'm happy to help with cooking and meal preparation. I have a high school...
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am fully vaccinated, a young spirited, kind, calm, flexible worker who has lots of life experience with special needs, bilingual/Spanish language students, students who learn differently, with communication delays or barriers. I worked in classrooms assisting teacher for over 10 years in grades K- High School. I also love...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$27/hr
I'm a compassionate caregiver with a deep, personal connection to the special needs community. Two of my closest childhood friends -- one deaf, one paraplegic -- have been in my life for decades. I've traveled with them and assisted them, giving me a natural ease with adaptive care. As a dance instructor for 20+ years, I...
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Mature Woman Seeking Part Time Assistance Position. 2-3 Days Per Week (Day Hours)

Rohnert Park, CA

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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
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...
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Sebastopol, CA

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$25/hr
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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Rohnert Park, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 25 years experience in both the public and private sectors caring for individuals of various ages, including twins, & special needs, but I am brand new to this site as of 04/16/26 so I apologize for having so little listed here. I take pride in strong communication skills, patience, & a friendly presence. By trade, I...
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
For two decades, I've embraced my passion for nurturing children's growth and providing families with dependable care. My previous teaching and childcare experiences solidified my desire to support families. I am patient, caring, adaptable and kind. As a mother of five, and former teacher, I am comfortable caring for multiple...
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"Compassionate, Experience Caregiver Specializing In Elderly And Special Needs Care."

Santa Rosa, CA

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$8/hr
20 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm passionate about providing high-quality, compassionate care to individuals in need. With 10+ years of experience in caregiving, I take pride in making people feel comfortable, safe, and valued. I've worked with children, seniors, and individuals with special needs in both private homes and assisted living...
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Counselor Available Part-time

Santa Rosa, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Highly experienced counselor 14 years. CPR certified. First Aid certified. Pro-Act certified. Autism specialty, Aspergers, dementia, Down syndrome, non verbal language disorder, ptsd, anxiety. Have experience with Self Determination Program.
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Maria T.'s Photo

Santa Rosa, CA

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$28/hr
7 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is my passion. My name is Maria, and I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with several years of experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. I am a CNA certified, HCA registered, BLS certified, and have a valid driver's license and insurance. I am experienced...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Angelica, 23years old. I have 4 years experience nannying . I've worked with different families in the years which has enabled me to adapt to different parenting styles and grow relationships with families. I am Bilingual in Spanish and English. I enjoy teaching kids both languages if a family is accepting of...
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Santa Rosa, CA

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I am a 19-year-old second year SRJC student with an associates in Psychology. As an older sister to 6 autistic younger siblings, and with an associates in behavior sciences, I have an understanding of children with special needs. I am looking for a job that will allow me to help and care for others (:
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Joyous Contagious Enthusiasm

Sebastopol, CA

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$35/hr
4 years experience
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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Male Care Provider With Special Needs Experience

Santa Rosa, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I love working with people and have experience working with children and adults that are both typically and non-typically developing. I am Finishing my last semester at Sonoma State University, and plan on enrolling in the Special Education Credential program Spring of 2017. I am truly passionate about working with children. My...
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