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Jessie H.

Loving Caregiver For You

Dunnellon, FL

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jessica and I have about 20 years of experience in caring for those with special needs in their homes and in group home settings, as well as in a school setting. I am experienced in almost all areas of care and enjoy bringing a smile to other's faces.
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Dunnellon, FL

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$14/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I have a 19 yo son with autism. In Feb 2023 I started working for a family that I truly adore the children and parents. Ages 5, 7, 11, 17, and 18 all with disabilities. T and T from 1-5. I'm not willing to leave but I need more hours/day. I babysit and do housekeeping (dishes, laundry, bedding, refrigerator organization,...
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Caregiver

Dunnellon, FL

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$16/hr
7 years experience
I have almost 7 years of experience as a personal caregiver. Clients with dementia, progression Parkinson's disease.
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Tara L. S.

Dunnellon, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Attentive, alert and amiable hardworking caregiver available for work. I've spent the last 5 years working for an Adventist doctor with Ischemia and his adult D. S. Autistic daughter. I love what I do and am an addition to any situation. I also practice wellness and am an insured certified yoga teacher. Incredible chef and cook...
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Professional Caregiver

Dunnellon, FL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I'm a compassionate and caring caregiver with 10+ years experience in the health care field. Assisting individuals to complete activities of daily living; personal care and hygiene, medication reminders, shopping, light meal preparation, errands and doctor visits or other appointments. Support and encouragement to participate in...
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Compassionate Care Provider

Dunnellon, FL

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$10/hr
8 years experience
Hello I'm Kaylene , A Hardworking dependable person with a passion for caregiving. Great Experience with Elders, Assisted help and long term care.
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Professional, Caring, Loving, Experienced And Honest

Dunnellon, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Worked in the field for 28 years, special needs experienced, loves to educate children, will be a great addition to your family
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Fun And Experienced Sitter

Dunnellon, FL

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$11/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Beth and I am 23, I have babysat since I was 16 and used to work for a nanny company while I was in college. I was also a lifeguard so I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have also worked with children with special needs, so I have experience with them as well. I am looking to earn a little extra money while doing...
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Former Homeschool Mom

Dunnellon, FL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I am the mother of two grown children, one of whom has special needs. I homeschooled both of my children as well as taught other children in our homeschool group and church. I have a degree in engineering, but chose to stay home once we had children.
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Personal Care Assistant

Dunnellon, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
personal care
hospice services
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a certified nursing assistant with over 25 years of dedicated full-time experience in both nursing home and private care settings. My extensive background has equipped me with the skills to provide exceptional care to elderly and special needs individuals. I am deeply passionate about my work and take pride in offering...
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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Hi, I have worked for children throughout my working career I worked for the state of Maine for 15 years as a Therapeutic Foster parent and also was an Adoptive and Foster parent trainer for five years. These jobs required me to have specialized training in behaviors, child development, and sensory regulations. I enjoyed this...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Hernando, FL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Ivanna and I love working with children. I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and studied Early Childhood Education in high school. I have experience working with children with special needs. I completed my PCA/CNA certifications from WTC and am CPR certified. If you are looking for someone that will actually...

John H. says "Fabulous! Can not say enough good things about Ivanna!! "

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Let's Be The Best We Can Be!

Beverly Hills, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years of experience, with personal references. I have experience with special needs children from deaf to nonverbal level 3 autistic. My whole goal is to provide a fun and safe environment for your family. I'm available afternoons and all day on the weekends.
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Beverly Hills, FL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I am passionate about caring for people with special needs because I have an understanding most people working with disabilities don't. I experience my own struggles and symptoms that give me confidence I can relate or just generally understand those around me with their own struggles. My goal as a student at the University of...
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Babysitter/Nanny

Hernando, FL

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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Ivanna and I love working with children. I have been babysitting for the past 11 years and studied Early Childhood Education in high school. I have experience working with children with special needs. I completed my PCA/CNA certifications from WTC and am CPR certified. If you are looking for someone that will actually...
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Companionship, Meal Preparation, Errands, Light Housework

Beverly Hills, FL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
I can be the one you call when you need an errand run or want transportation to an appointment. I can organize, shop, prep, prepare, and clean up the kitchen. I have been a live-in caretaker for my mom from 2018 til April of this year. I also have private care clients (references available) and experience caretaking for two home...

Registered Nurse Experienced In The Care Of Infants, Children, Adults, And Elderly

Hernando, FL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 34 years experience in home settings. Knowing that I can make a difference in someone's life, that being there for someone allows them to remain in their home means so much to me. I enjoy home sitting for the care of my clients.
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Nurturing And Experienced Caregiver

Lecanto, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience
I have over 15 years of experience working with children and some of those experiences were involving specials needs. I have worked with cancer patients and with a variety of children with sensory disorders or Autistic. I can handle stressful situations with a calm and nurturing demeanor. I am very patient and I listen and...

Lonnie H. says "Taysia helped my family, I had help with remembering how to operate my computer and phone. She is great with collecting eggs off my farm, mowing and...

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Retired Mom With A Passion For Helping People Live Their Best Life.

Ocala, FL

4.9(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
I am looking for a full time position where I can be a great addition to someone's care team. I am the type of person that will go above and beyond to make someone happy and make their life easier. I am not on my phone all the time. I am available M-Fri and most weekends. I spend 1 weekend a month with my adult autistic...

Care Member says "I can’t say enough good things about Buffie. Buffie cared for my Mother for the last few months of her life when my Mother was bed ridden and required...

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Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Ocala, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
I am an Occupational therapist. I have 4 children, 3 of them are grown and on their own. I love working with people of all ages!! I have 12 + years experience in the medical field. The last 7 years in Occupational Therapy. I have worked with clients of all ages from 2-100 years old with various diagnosis including Autistic, Non...

Londa M. says "Excellent move out cleaning. Highly recommend."

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  • 52 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.09/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Dunnellon, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Dunnellon, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 52 listed special needs caregivers

Ivanna J.

Fabulous! Can not say enough good things about Ivanna!!

- John H.

Taysia H.

Taysia helped my family, I had help with remembering how to operate my computer and phone. She is great with collecting eggs off my farm,...

- Lonnie H.

Buffie S.

I can’t say enough good things about Buffie. Buffie cared for my Mother for the last few months of her life when my Mother was bed ridden...

- Care member

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