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57 special needs caregivers are listed in Dunnellon, FL
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
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FCC care JBLM . I had 2 new borns and 4 toddlers from ages 3-5.
I have experience with special needs children as my grandson was born at 24 weeks, I know how to operate at feeding tube and change one if it should come out or need to be replaced. I have 12 grandchildren and I love being a Grandma/GiGi. No child is ever too young...
Silvia S.
Ocala, FL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hispanic female originally from Colombia raised in Miami. Looking for extra income. caregiver for elderly and special needs. Have a clean background, excellent driver, non smoker and a Christian.
5.0
"Silvia es muy organizada y honesta. Puede trabajar sola y ajusta su tiempo muy bien."
Reviewed by Luz L.
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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...
5.0
"Excellent move out cleaning. Highly recommend."
Reviewed by Londa M.
Tricia M.
Ocala, FL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a 58-year-old mother of two (daughter, 22 son, 19). I moved to Ocala in July and am now looking for permanent employment. I enjoy working with adults, seniors, children and animals. I love them all and would love to help you with care. I worked at ResCare in Newton, Kansas for a year. I passed a Level 2 background check and...
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Hey families! I have 5+ years experience working with children of all ages starting from 6 weeks old. I also have professional certifications in childcare & youth development, as well as experience with children and teens with special needs. Message me if you're interested!
5.0
"Tori is very organized and fun. She understands children and knows how to keep them safe and happy. I trust her to take excellent care of my child who has severe food allergies. "
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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...
5.0
"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 feeding my animals. I have a pool that she also helped me...
Reviewed by Lonnie H.
5.0
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Experienced with newborn and infant care all the way up to teens. I love meet and great interviews for date nights or cleanings to share my childcare/ cleaning stories. I have a love for teaching developmental milestones and cleaning homes. My schedule is currently filling up but I have a few openings a month!
I have over 15...
5.0
"Very active and attentive on her work.She's respectful and coordinated.Also well rounded.Respectful and very cooperative, on the task in hand.I recommend not just Taysia but the great experience she provides"
Reviewed by Jenny H.
Buffie S.
Ocala, FL
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Retired Mom With A Passion For Helping People Live Their Best Life.
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I am a friendly, reliable, professional, compassionate, caregiver with a passion for helping people live their best lives. I have worked with children and adults with Autism, ADHD, Alzheimer's, Dementia, Bipolar Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy and other disabilities.
Kind, respectful, and patient
Reliable, professional...
5.0
"Buffie was such a blessing to our family. The love and care she gave my Mom was just like she was family. Always given the family updates on my Mom’s care. Very affordable but most importantly reliable. My Mom...
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Hi! I'm Katrina I am 25 and have been around children/childcare now for my whole life. I am the eldest of five siblings. I was previously a 3-year-old daycare teacher and then moved on to work for DCF for children who were in foster care for four years. I now work with children with special needs. I currently am CRP and first...
5.0
"Kids loved her and so did we!!! She is very polite and showed up on time. We would hire again, she even brought an activity for the kiddos. Cared for 3 (1, 4, & 7). Highly recommend!"
Reviewed by Jeremy K.
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I have 30+ years of experience in the medical field. I am a licensed Physical Therapy Asst. I have experience in the following, but not limited to: hospice, special needs, dementia, Alzheimer's, nursing home care, and rehabilitation services. My services range from helping individuals with their medical equipment, daily...
Georgeann H.
Homosassa, FL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have been babysitting for about three years now, including my special needs brother. I have babysat ages 1-13 and have done overnight jobs. I enjoy spending time with kids and helping families. I provide a caring environment for the children I look after.
Lauren H.
Inverness, FL
$12-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I am CPR certified and first Aid and I have gone through Citrus County School District background checks and drug tests because I work at a school. I have worked closely with children, since I was very young. Working closely with my church child care from ages newborn to 12 years old. I have babysat my sisters children from when...
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Hi! I'm Angela. I'm a trained Social Worker with my Master Degree. I've worked in mental health fields and psychiatry facilities. I worked primarily with children and adolescents. I am a retired veteran. I have open availability.
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I have worked with special needs for about 3 years in a group home setting. The ages were 18 and up, this job filled has it challenges but it also has it rewarding moments when your none verbal client says there first words give it may be a million tries but it happened and in those moments I know where I am meant to be.
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I have worked extensively with spinal cord injury clients, ALS,
mentally challenged clients. My experiences span from home care to hospitals. I will provide resume and references upon request.
Shannon A.
Lake Panasoffkee, FL
$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp
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In my years working in the healthcare field, I enjoyed taking care of the elderly over any other age group. I have taken care of special needs adults as well as patients with dementia, cancer, parkinsons, diabetes, heart disease, and so much more. I enjoy cooking and have owned a house cleaning business.
Kaetlyn P.
Ocala, FL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello, I am a wife and mama, and I'm looking for a nanny position. This would be a private "in home" setting with 2 other children. I have cared for children from newborn to 13. CPR certified, reliable, clean record, non smoker, with reliable transportation, and skilled with babies. I have special needs brothers, and have...
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I have several years of experience working as a caregiver with a wide variety of populations. I have a fun, patient and creative approach with children and I believe in allowing children to navigate their own learning experiences in the world. I have worked with special needs populations, children and pets for years. I am...
Krista S.
Inverness, FL
$15-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Experience with the Special Needs Children.
10 years experience as a Nanny and many years of experience with taking care of children ages ranging from Newborn to 12 years old. I started babysitting at a young age and from then my dream was to become a Nanny. I am currently employed at HCA Florida Citrus Hospital as Lead Patient...
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Hello my name is Lauren, I am 23 and currently a student at the University of Central Florida studying Special Education. I am looking for a part time/ full time sitting job. I am taking online courses so my schedule is free and flexible. I have 5 years of experience taking care of kids in the home and outside. I am energetic...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Dunnellon, FL
Silvia S.
5.0
Sylvia was awesome. She is organized, dependable and a very caring person. We were very happy to have her as a caregiver for mom. I reccomend her very highly.
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Kristin K.
5.0
Excellent move out cleaning. Highly recommend.
- Londa M.
Victoria W.
5.0
Victoria did an amazing job with my 2 and 5 year old. She was so kind, they said she played games with them and watched movies. I love that she was very interactive with my children. I would one hundred percent recommend her. She made me feel very safe leaving my children in her hands.
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Taysia H.
5.0
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 feeding my animals. I have a pool that she also helped me clean when it's needs to be vacuumed. She is a hard worker and I appreciate the help that I...
- Lonnie H.
Taysia H.
5.0
Tayshia did a wonderful job caring for our three little ones for our date night! She was punctual, text us picture updates while we were gone, kept everyone happy and had them all sound asleep by the time we got home. Would 100% highly recommend her and will for sure be utilizing her services again...
- Jeremy K.
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