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Schrone F.

SENIOR CARE PROVIDER & COMPANIONSHIP

Fort Wayne, IN

5.0(0)
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$14/hr
10 years experience
Compassion and patients is always at the top of my time with your love ones. I've been caring for Seniors in their home, group homes and facilities for over 30 years. Assisting with daily living skills such as; medication prompting, companion care, hygiene care, cooking, light housekeeping, dressing. laundry, groceries shopping...
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Fort Wayne, IN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
My name is Abby and I have been nannying/babysitting for roughly 8 years. I love hanging out with kids and seeing their imaginations run wild. I have experience with kids with special needs and various medical problems like severe allergies. I love doing arts and crafts with children along with playing kids. I am a psychology...

Care Member says "Abby was so wonderful with our three year old daughter. My daughter is super shy at first and Abby was so patient with her. Abby has excellent...

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Special Needs Caretaker

Fort Wayne, IN

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello, I am currently preparing to have my first child at the beginning of June 2025 and will be taking a leave from working for around 2 months and hoping to return doing part time jobs in August. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary and special education. I have 5 years of tutoring experience. 15 years babysitting...
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Tutor with a Degree in Special Education

Fort Wayne, IN

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I am the oldest of six kids and have grown up as the great niece of an uncle and father all with special needs. I studied Special Education in school and am currently looking for a family or families in need of help. I worked at Arc of Wabash County for two years before accepting a position in a classroom. I have worked in...
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I am a certified special education teacher, in addition I have had experience teaching in an autistic support classroom. I have attended trainings on ABA and have had a passion for working with children and adults with special needs. This previous year I have worked 1:1 with a student with autism.
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$15/hr
Hello, my name is Morgan. I will be in nyc February-March and back in the city early May. I am currently in online school. I am majoring in special education. I have a gentle demeanor and very patient. I hope to be a perfect fit for you and your family.
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Registered Nurse

Fort Wayne, IN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Katie and I am a Registered Nurse at a local hospital. I work full-time at the hospital (3 12s), but enjoy picking up random assignments on my day off. I was born and raised in a small town with a population of 500. My personal hobbies include rollerblading, camping, hunting, and fishing. I have twin cousins...
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Occupational Therapy Graduate Student

Fort Wayne, IN

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$11/hr
I am currently a graduate student at Huntington University's Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program. I have learned basics of transferring, using adaptive equipment, and assisting with basic ADLs and IADLs. I am currently NOT certified/ licensed, but I am in the process of learning more about the OT profession, and how to work...
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Experienced Caretaker

Fort Wayne, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I was a DSP for 3+ years taking care of disabled adults. I have experience in housekeeping, meal prep, bathing, medication distribution, taking vital signs, and general caretaking. I'm also currently CPR/First Aid certified.
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Ruby! I love getting to interact with kids no matter what the age! I used to be a tutor so I have experience with giving academic help! I also enjoy doing crafts, swimming, exploring new places and playing games!
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hello and Gods blessing to us all my name is Wanda. I am an experienced care provider to people with special needs I have managed group homes for people with special needs for over 10 years. I have assisted people with special needs in a group home setting as well as private homes. Our special needs our blessing from God that...
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Kind Hearted Loving Girl Who Loves To Help Needy!

Fort Wayne, IN

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$8/hr
I had an aunt who passed away unexpectedly in December of 2011. She was borderline mentally handicapped. I would stay with her all the time and help her perform her daily needs such as medicine, cook, feed her, help her use the restroom, entertain, etc. I loved helping her with anything she needed.
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I'm a Medical Assistant and caregiver. I'm looking for a part time job caregiver for Special Needs with Autism spectrum Disorder, Mental illness, Sensory Integration Disorder, Autism, Aspergers , ADHD, Asthma Dyslexia .... Kindly thank You!
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In Home Caregiving

Fort Wayne, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have more than 10 years experience working in the care industry and have developed a compassionate approach. I work hard to get to know my clients, so I can help them enjoy their interests and hobbies. I have worked with people with autism, Down's syndrome, and all levels of developmental disabilities. I have worked in the...
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Registered Behavior Technician .

Fort Wayne, IN

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$13/hr
3 years experience
Hi I'm serenity , I've been an RBT for two years will be three this April of 2024 . I am willing to help your little ones grow and develop skills so that they can live the most independent life possible and also take a little weight off of the shoulders of their guardians . Autism can be challenging and it takes a village but...
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Experienced Fort Wayne Babysitter

Fort Wayne, IN

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$8/hr
3 years experience
I have watched special needs children for 3 years in the childcare center that I worked in. I have always made sure to give them attention by playing games with them and sitting with them as much as possible so they would feel comfortable coming to me if someone was picking on them. My cousin is mentally disabled and was...
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Nursing Student

Fort Wayne, IN

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Hi there! Nursing student here, with 8 years of experience as a CNA/private caregiver. My experience has usually been long term care facilities with geriatric patients. I have had some very successful private caregiving experiences (2 years) My schedule varies, but I am open and transparent about every/any thing!
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I'd describe my personality as creative, fun, and passionate. I like working with kids because I can be silly and fun; but also help them grow to be the best they can be! I'm looking for a job that has more hours in the summer and less hours during the school year. I started working with kids when I was a teenager and loved...
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Nanny With A Wide Range Of Experience Including Special Needs

Fort Wayne, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have worked with children with a variety of needs both medical and educational, including but not limited to Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Down Syndrome, Visual and Hearing Impairments, G tubes & feedings, catheters, traces, seizures, and more.
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Fort Wayne, IN

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I'm a college student at Purdue University Fort Wayne looking for part time work with some wonderful kids! I'm majoring in Psychology and I would love to work with kids full time someday. For my current experience with kids, I volunteered as a teacher's aid for special needs children for 1 school year and I have worked at the...
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