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Grace H.

Lynchburg, VA

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Fueling children's curiosity and growth is my passion. For nine years, I have been a dedicated caregiver, supporting families with reliable childcare for children of all ages and abilities. I have experience with special needs care, gymnastics coaching, and adaptive equipment. I am a friendly and adaptable individual who loves...
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Sarah H, Evington VA

Evington, VA

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$13/hr
Hello! I am a friendly, open minded young lady with an eagerness to help and work where I'm needed. With a bit of high functioning autism and ADHD myself, I have a knack for being understanding and can befriend anyone, regardless of what they're like. I work best with children and teens, and I am ready and willing to learn and...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have four years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens! I have been a gymnastics coach for three years working with all different ages along with kids with special needs. I am also certified in First Aid and CPR! I enjoy engaging kids with outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles. I am...
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Babysitter For Any Ages

Lynchburg, VA

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$12/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi everyone! My name is Annie, and I am a Senior at Liberty University. I am currently working as a Resident Assistant on campus as well. I have over six years of babysitting experience and love working with children of all ages and family sizes. I am CPR certified and have experience working with children with special needs. I...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I'm Somto, a dependable and caring professional with experience in education and community support. I'm patient, attentive, and committed to providing safe, reliable, and compassionate care. I value clear communication and creating a positive, supportive environment for every family.
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Lynchburg, VA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
I am a mother of a 4-year-old girl, 6-year-old special needs child, and have lost a baby to sids while in the care of someone else. Due to my own grief I am super picky about childcare and overprotective of my children and other people's children. Your child will be treated like my own in a safe, comforting, loving environment...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I've had so much experience with children in my lifetime. I'm 40 years old and myself have a daughter with special needs. I have babysat thru out my teenage and adult years as well as raised my own child. I love kids and babies. I enjoy adding to the enrichment of their lives and being a safe person in the community for them....
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Lynchburg, VA

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$17/hr
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! I am a college student living in the Lynchburg area that currently attends Liberty University! I love working with kids or am happy to just clean houses. I grew up in a family of four girls and have since worked with kids at summer and church camps. I am a very creative person and love finding fun things to do with kids....
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Part-Time Caregiver, Tutor, And/Or Private Instructor Available

Lynchburg, VA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I have cared for children in one capacity or another for over 20 years. I began with babysitting and progressed to tutoring in a variety of subjects and teaching dance, theatre, and visual art to ages 2 - 15. I also worked as a full time nanny in San Francisco with the same family for 4. 5 years, and as a part time nanny there...
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Lynchburg, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello I'm a PCA who has been in the business since 1997. Med trained extensive background in dementia care, trach, g tube feeding, and wound care.
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Lynchburg, VA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi my name is Rebekah I am 19 years old and currently live in East Texas. I grew up being one of 16 kids in my family 5 of them being special needs. I am currently an online student at the Nazarene Bible College in Colorado Springs studying church ministries. Growing up with as many siblings as I have and I now also have 3...
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Part Time Or Full Time Caregiver

Lynchburg, VA

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$5/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Allie and I worked for two summers at a camp in PA, which involved taking care of up to seven mentally challenged teens and adults around the clock for two-week camp sessions throughout the summer. I have tons of experience with full care for mentally challenged children and adults, and I enjoy it more than anything...
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Register Nurse Special Care Provider

Rustburg, VA

4.0(0)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have five years in home experience with multi-handicap Cerebral Palsy clients with skilled case needs and mild assisted needs. I have use of special adoptive equipment for different points of health needs. I have 23 years experience with other forms of handicap disabilities and mental handicaps. I look forward to helping you...
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Madison Heights, VA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
2 years experience
I worked for two and a half years with adults with mental/ physical disabilities. I love what I did and working with people is something I enjoy.
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Monroe, VA

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$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Laura. I have 4 years of experience doing child care of some sort (babysitting, tutoring, and substituting). I can help with light housekeeping, cooking/meal prep and laundry. I am a math and English major with a focus on education who plans to move on to tutoring children once I graduate. I work with many kids in...
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Huddleston, VA

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I was a Special Education Assistant for 2 years and a Teacher of the Visually Impaired for 1 year. I am currently an Instructional Lead at an ice cream shop that employs people with disabilities and teaches job skills. I have provided in-home care to a young blind male with intellectual disabilities. I have a passion for caring...
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PCA CNA

Moneta, VA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Hello. I'm a 56-year-old college educated female. I am Covid vaccinated and TB tested. I have a background check and driving record. I am a certified PCA and have completed Nurse Aide Course. I have been a caregiver for 7 years. I have experience with mental illnesses, physical & developmental disabilities, and the elderly, some...
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Monroe, VA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've been in the medical field for over 25 years and I have experience working with the elderly. I have a hospice background but have worked in assisted living and nursing home facilities.
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Bedford, VA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My Name is SharDaja but I go by Daja. I obtained my high school diploma and associates degree at the same time. I am currently in school at ECPI University obtaining my RN and I am 9 months away from graduating! Caring for others is my passion especially children. My ultimate goal is to work in the pedia unit!
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Moneta, VA

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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
home modification
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Sheila. I have several years of hands-on caregiving and I truly enjoy supporting individuals and families. I've worked with clients of all ages, including children, seniors, and individuals with special needs, and I take pride in being dependable, patient, and attentive to each person's unique needs. I can assist...
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