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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Flat Rock, MI

The average rate is $15/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Flat Rock, MI

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Alanah G.


Flat Rock, MI

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Alanah G

5.0

(4)

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Hi! I recently moved to Flat Rock from Texas in August! I am available for occasional babysitting for date nights or other things like that! I've been doing some kind of child care for the past 5 years. I regularly babysat for two little boys (a 4-year-old, and a 6-year-old) and had been for the last 4 years. I really enjoyed...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We hired Alanah in August 2022 to watch our daughter in our home two days a week. Our daughter was one at the time we hired Alanah and will be two in August 2023. We could not have been happier with Alanah and...

Reviewed by Care member

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Angieliqe S.


Flat Rock, MI

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

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I am planning on going into a field in college to help, handicap, mentally ill and autism in children and teens and I think that taking care of someone with these needs would help me strive better in the field of work. I would love to grow some bonds with the family's and be nothing but the best of my ability.
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Paige J.


Flat Rock, MI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi! I am Paige! I am a fun loving, bubbly, easy going person who loves to help others. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and am currently working on finishing up my master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis with a focus in Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am CPR/AED and safety care trained and certified as well as I have...
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Ashley J.


Flat Rock, MI

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Ashley, I Love Taking Care Of Children, Please Check Out My Bio!

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Hi, I am 22 years old and have been babysitting since I was 15. I also have 2 years in early children teaching through a vocational class I took in high school teaching special needs children ( I have certification still for authentication if needed) I currently had a beautiful baby of my own who is 5 months old and I would love...
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Anthony S.


Trenton, MI

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Mentor And A Friend!

5.0

(2)

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Hello! My name is Anthony S and I have 2 years experience as a Behavior Technician at Merakey in Dearborn. I've worked with ages 3-18 years old with kids on the autism spectrum. I've worked to correct behaviors, improve academic performance and social awareness. Fun is at the core of my work philosophy. Success favors the fun...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Anthony is awesome. Dependable, caring, good communicator, willing to learn and flexible. My adult brother who is handicapped needed some care services and Anthony was terrific. I would hire him again in a...

Reviewed by Jeannine K.

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Kim S.


Romulus, MI

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have been a caregiver for children from the ages of newborn to 12 years old. I also have provided after school programming for children from the ages of 13 to 18 years of age. I know that it is important to find reliable trustworthy help to care for your loved ones. I have completed all of my background checks and they are...
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Meranda K.


Romulus, MI

$23-25/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi I'm Meranda. I have been a CNA for 10 years. I have worked in nursing home centers, home health care, and hospice care. I also privately cared for a man with Williams syndrome. I have experience in taking blood sugar levels, giving insulin, transporting patients, ambulatory, feeding patients, administering medications,...
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Lauren S.


Southgate, MI

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Need An Extra Hand?

5.0

(1)

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Hello, and thanks for looking at my profile! When you look at the checked boxes, my experience doesn't add up to much, but look beyond that and you'll see there's more than meets the eye! I've made family my priority. Ive always worked. I talk to at least 2 family members every day. I even went to college when my kids were...
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Lauren D.


Wyandotte, MI

$22/hr7 yrs exp

My Name Is Lauren! I Love Kids I'm Ready To Shape Young Minds Whole Also Having Fun!

5.0

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Hello, I have multiple years of experience taking care of kids. (2 professional years) I took care of my sister who is on the spectrum, also I have experience working at a daycare, lastly I monitor special needs students for trinity transportation. Throughout my time in school I had many babysitting opportunities that I happily...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Lauren is a smart, kind and over all a genuine person. I’ve trusted her with my children who are my everything as a single mother and she’s has been so helpful not only to my children but to me ! She is always...

Reviewed by Care member

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Chelsea P.


Taylor, MI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

5.0
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 is extremely challenging. Finding Chelsea was the best...

Reviewed by Care member

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Sarah G.


Taylor, MI

$26/hr2 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

5.0

(1)

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I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.

Recent review:

5.0
Sarah is kind, compassionate and intelligent. We were sad to know she was moving and could not help on a regular basis anymore. We wish her all the luck and we're sure her next family will appreciate her as...

Reviewed by Randa K.

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Gail S.


Wyandotte, MI

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Buddy

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I have 20+ years of experience working with special needs, 17 years directly with autism. I'm a special needs mom of an autism angel. He gained his wings in 2017. I'm now able to move forward and want to help families with the care of their special needs loved ones so they can have much needed breaks. Taking them to the park,...
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Isabella D.


Southgate, MI

$10-20/hr

Part-time Sitter/Tutor

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Hello! I'm a trained school psychologist that is looking for some part-time child-care and/or tutoring work. I have experience working with students of all ages. I have the most experience working with students with cognitive impairments, but have worked with students with a variety of special needs. My education provided me...

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I have experience along side my mother and sister for taking care of the elderly, and also those of special needs such as Down syndrome. My mother has been a care taker all her life so I grew up around that type of love and nurture. From taking care of my grand parents when they became ill, to assisting those with Down syndrome...
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Emma C.


Carleton, MI

$25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi everybody! My name is Emma and I am college student at Eastern Michigan University. My major is in Social Work with an minor in Special Education. I have been working with special needs children professionally for 4 years now. I have also been volunteering for an autism acceptance group for almost 3 years. I have experience...
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Christen B.


Wyandotte, MI

$13-30/hr

Social Worker By Day, Caregiver By Evening

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CPR/ first aide certified, experience with special needs individuals of all ages, experience with elderly individuals with behavioral challenges, medication administration and Alzheimer's / dementia . I'd be happy to help with meal prep, grocery shopping, and provide companionship. I am a school social worker for a local...
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Vanessa V.


Romulus, MI

$10-25/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Vanessa, a mom of 2 boys (8 and 9 years old) and a 2-year-old daughter. I am looking to do what I truly love, which is taking care of children! I love all ages, and I really enjoy things from going for walks to taking them to the park all the way to crafts and preschool learning activities. I have my own transportation,...
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Drew H.


Trenton, MI

$12-20/hr7 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Drew and I am 23 years old. I am currently getting my special education degree at southeastern university. I have been working with kids and kids with special needs for 7 years. I have a car and walk able to help out with anything you may need! Hours are flexible and can try to work other hours than what I...
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Jessica K.


Romulus, MI

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

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I have hands-on, real world experience with autism, sensory processing disorders, developmental delays, and mobility issues. I also have a special interest in PDA (pathological demand avoidance), and am continuing my education in that area of study. My niece is autistic, and was non-verbal for the first 3 years of her life. I...
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Ashley R.


Newport, MI

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny/Tutor For Deaf Children

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I am currently a Deaf Education major at Kent State University, studying to become a teacher. I am looking to find a job where my sign language skills will be put to use over the summer. I have taken my Sign Language Proficiency Interview where I received a rating of intermediate plus. I would love to babysit, nanny, tutor, or...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Flat Rock, MI

Alanah G.

5.0

We hired Alanah in August 2022 to watch our daughter in our home two days a week. Our daughter was one at the time we hired Alanah and will be two in August 2023. We could not have been happier with Alanah and her care for our daughter. She was always very communicative, punctual and responsible....

- Care member

Anthony S.

5.0

Anthony is awesome. Dependable, caring, good communicator, willing to learn and flexible. My adult brother who is handicapped needed some care services and Anthony was terrific. I would hire him again in a heartbeat. Two thumbs up. If he says he will be there, he will be there helping and...

- Jeannine K.

Lauren D.

5.0

Lauren is a smart, kind and over all a genuine person. I’ve trusted her with my children who are my everything as a single mother and she’s has been so helpful not only to my children but to me ! She is always on time, really interactive with my children and helps them grow/ learn every time I hire...

- Care member

Chelsea P.

5.0

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 is extremely challenging. Finding Chelsea was the best thing that could’ve happened to my husband and I. It takes a special person to connect with...

- Care member

Sarah G.

5.0

Sarah is kind, compassionate and intelligent. We were sad to know she was moving and could not help on a regular basis anymore. We wish her all the luck and we're sure her next family will appreciate her as much as we did.

- Randa K.

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