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Debra W.

Dearborn, MI

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Although I do not have a specialize training for Special Care I am an extremely smart and caring person. I can and am willing to learn and do most in order to make the lives better for those that need me.
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Peggy R.

Available Now Part Or Full Time For A Childcare Position

Dearborn, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Peg R., and I live in Dearborn, Michigan. I have an amazing fully grown daughter named Madelyn who lives in Denver, Colorado. I grew up in Dearborn, attended Dearborn High school and received my college degree from Michigan State University. I have extensive experience looking after children 0-14 years of age. I've...

Victoria M. says "Peg is fantastic and anyone would be lucky to have her! Responsible, reliable, and just an overall good person. If she still lived local to us, we'd...

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Nabiha C.

Experienced Full-Time Child Provider

Dearborn, MI

3.3(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
I have 20+ years experience teaching children. I provide care for children, ages 2 months to 13 years of age. I have a Master's degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education. I am certified in First-Aid and CPR for Infants, Children and Adult. I am certified in special needs children, I am...

Farrah B. says "Nabiha is one of a kind. The kind of teacher that doesn't exist anymore. She loves her pupils and she gives them 200% everyday. I don't think I would ever...

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Mohammad Zaki M.

Dearborn, MI

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$12/hr
I don't have much experience in special care but I'm willing to learn. I'm always sweet and caring towards everyone, not just the special needs recipients. I know how to give insulin injections cause my grandmother had Diabetes.
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Sophie A.

Dearborn, MI

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I am a very patient, reliable, and positive person. I have experience caring for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities professionally as well as personally. I am CPR/AED certified and first aid certified as well! I am willing to do additional tasks if requested. I will give your loved one appropriate and...
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Nabiha C.

Dearborn, MI

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$11/hr
I have been teaching autism children since 2017 to current, I graduate with a master degree from university of Michigan Dearborn in education with few classes tat include special need children I had been working with special children in the classroom and in their home. I know how to encourage children with special need to learn...
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Zion P.

Dearborn, MI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have 18+ years of experience with special needs children/people. I can cook, wash, entertain/keep the person engaged, feeding tube, and whatever else is asked of me. I am CPR and I'm a caregiver for people with disabilities.
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Selena M.

Care-giving Nursing Assistant. Certified Nursing Assistant. Home Care Assistant. Reliable Assistant

Dearborn, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Selena. I have been a certified nursing assistant for 18years. started at Henry ford retirement center. I cross trained with many intense cases for few years. Started working on my own by hiring agencies where I was able to match up with clients who need home health aid in the private of their own home Within five...
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Zahria A.

Dearborn, MI

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$20/hr
I have over 9 years experience in homecare, I absolutely love taking care I am very reliable and I have had experience in many different cases from CP, Hospice, paraplegic patients, dementia, Rett syndrome. I have worked with all the above and I'm only looking to expand and always learn more
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Zion P.

Dearborn, MI

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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 18+ years of experience with special needs children. I can cook, wash, entertain/keep the children engaged, and whatever else is asked of me. I am CPR certified and I'm a caregiver
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Peggy R.

Part Time Senior Care Provider Available

Dearborn, MI

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Respite care
personal care
Although my majority of my caregiver experience has been spent looking after children, I've had the privilege of working with several seniors over the years. Some of them had special needs in addition to requiring help with daily living skills. I have experience with meal preparation, laundry and house cleaning, assistance with...
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Desha W.

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I have a strong passion for elderly people because often times they are forgotten by friends and family. I believe that elders need tender loving care just as much as children do. I have experience with elders that have special needs, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Alzheimer's and Dementia. I have cared for these elders for...

Maida C. says "Desha is caring, kind and professional. I was very confident in her ability to help me, as I am recovering from a hip injury. She exceeded my expectations....

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Amber O.

Experienced Nanny Looking For A Long Term Position

Taylor, MI

3.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Amber, a dedicated childcare professional with experience as a nanny, assistant teacher, and paraprofessional. I've worked with children of all ages, including those with special needs, providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. My skills include designing fun and educational activities, assisting with...

Alexis G. says "Amber is really great with all kids, she truly cares about her families (clients) that she's working for. She understand as a parent/guardian it's hard to...

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Breanna W.

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Breanna, and I am a dedicated 26-year-old caregiver with a recent move back to the Detroit area from Tampa, Florida. I bring over seven years of experience working with individuals across all ages, from newborns to teens, as well as children with special needs and elderly adults. I am known for my reliability,...

Christina L. says "Bre has watched our toddler twice. She is patient with him and has the energy to keep up with all of the things he wants to do. She is artistic,...

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Levita C.

Part Time Or Full Time Female Health Care Worker Caring For People With Special Needs

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience providing care to adults, teenagers and children who are mentally impaired, developmentally disabled, physically disabled, down syndrome, seizure disorder, ASD, traumatic brain injury and people who have ADHD for the last 25 years. I'm WCLS and MORC trained with medication administration skills as well as CPR...

Nicole R. says "Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our...

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Chelsea P.

Passionate Caregiver

Taylor, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
A passionate & reliable private duty caregiver with 10+ years experience in providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disabled individuals. Very knowledgeable in handling a variety of emergency situations. Proven ability to build trusting relationships with clients and their families, and expertise in providing...

Care Member says "I have two children under the age of seven. My youngest son is nonverbal autistic so finding someone who is experienced as well as someone I could trust...

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Salida B.

Dearborn Heights, MI

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
personal care
errands
+ 1 more
I am a certified nursing assistant of 15 years. I began working at a long term care facility. Where I gained experience with dementia and hospice patients. I am well trained with hoyer lifts, sit-to-stands, and gait belts. Some of my daily tasks were assisting with feeding, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and transferring...

Jonathan R. says "She's a very hard worker, extremely professional and genuinely caring of others, always willing to go an extra mile to get the job done. Salida will...

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Jc B.

Personal Assistant And Caregiver

Lincoln Park, MI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
meal prep
respite care
specialized care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 30 years of experience in Home and Health Care, Project Management, Personal and Virtual Assistance, Housekeeping, House/Vacation Sitting. I am hardworking, diligent, honest, caring and responsible. Your loved one's care is important. I also have Special Needs experience. I have a college education. I am CPR and...

Barron M. says "Juanita is a fantastic! A magnitude of talent/expertise; a "Jill of all Trades". Dependable, reliable, responsible, hardworking, flexible, goes above and...

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Monique W.

Dearborn Heights, MI

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been a nurse for 15 years, I've worked in all settings. There are so many things I love about nursing but most of all I cherish things like knowing the families I serve are at ease with the care I provide them. My patients and their families inspired me to be who I am today. I've worked with Geriatrics, pediatrics,...

Care Member says "She cared for my mother and father, anyone that she has sent was absolutely amazing, reliable professional service. My parents are very well taken care...

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Julie M.

A New Type Of Caregiver...

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I've been a full time mother, caregiver, of a special needs child for 21 years. I am a Nationally certified Medical assistant for 12 years, when covid hit I was a semester from receiving my nursing license. unfortunately due to injury, I'm unable to continue with that path in life. I'd describe my personality as empathetic,...

Care Member says "My sister had hired Julie to take care of my father when he went into hospice. She was very caring, attentive and advocated for my father. She made...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.45/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.3

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Dearborn, MI

Special Needs Caregivers in Dearborn, MI are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Peggy R.

Peg is fantastic and anyone would be lucky to have her! Responsible, reliable, and just an overall good person. If she still lived local to...

- Victoria M.

Nabiha C.

Nabiha is one of a kind. The kind of teacher that doesn't exist anymore. She loves her pupils and she gives them 200% everyday. I don't...

- Farrah B.

Desha W.

Desha is caring, kind and professional. I was very confident in her ability to help me, as I am recovering from a hip injury. She exceeded...

- Maida C.

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