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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Garden City, MI

The average rate is $17/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Garden City, MI

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Julie M.


Garden City, MI

$26-50/hr5 yrs exp

A New Type Of Caregiver...

5.0

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I've been a full time mother, caregiver, of a special needs child for 21 years. I am a Nationally certified Medical assistant for 12 years, when covid hit I was a semester from receiving my nursing license. unfortunately due to injury, I'm unable to continue with that path in life. I'd describe my personality as empathetic,...

Recent review:

5.0
My sister had hired Julie to take care of my father when he went into hospice. She was very caring, attentive and advocated for my father. She made sure that he was clean, medication was given on time and had...

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I have worked in education and child care related fields for over 10 years. Most recently I have worked at two elementary schools as a visual arts educator in Metro Detroit. I have worked as a paraprofessional educator in both special education and general education settings. I am currently working on my Masters in Special...
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Julie M.


Garden City, MI

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Patient And Empathetic

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Trained in first aid, CPR, certified Medical assistant. Experience raising a 21 yr old daughter with special needs. Background in mental health. Familiar with state insurance processes and problem solving . Great at multitasking. Have raised two children to adulthood and am a fur mom to a 7 yr old rottweiler and 1 yr old...
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Skyler L.


Garden City, MI

$14-22/hr3 yrs exp

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I have 3 years of professional experience in early childhood special interventions (ages 3-6). I love my job and I am looking for summer work while school is out and what better way then to apply my skill set here! I have worked with extreme behaviors, I am CPI trained, I like to to think of myself as ready for several behavior...
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Dominique W.


Garden City, MI

$25/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Dominique, and I've been a nanny for about 6 years for all ages and have experience watching multiple kids at the same time. I also have twin boys who are now 8 years old! As I'm just moving back to Michigan from Washington state due to my husband being active duty in the army and being deployed for a year I'm...
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Christina P.


Garden City, MI

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Fun For Kids!

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I am a licensed art therapist, CPR certified, experienced in special needs care K-Adult, and I have 1 year experience working in schools giving art therapy with all types of kiddos! I will come with art supplies, crafts, games, and all around smiles. I adore kids and they like bright colorful me haha. I am gentle, kind, silly,...
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Chelsea A.


Garden City, MI

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/nanny

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Hi, my name is Chelsea. I love kids and have been a babysitter for 6 years. I have worked with children from newborn age to 12 mostly. I also work at Goldfish Swim School teaching children to swim, so I have swimming training and lifeguard training. I babysat for 6 years for a family with three children since 2017. I am mostly...
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Angela P.


Garden City, MI

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

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Hello, my name is Angela. I'm a professional in-home caregiver with advanced knowledge and experience in providing quality care to clients. Committed to enhancing the quality of life while being patient, positive, and attentive. I have a loving disposition and absolutely love helping others especially seniors. Being a caregiver...
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Meghann B.


Garden City, MI

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Loves Putting Smiles On Kids Face

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I started babysitting when I was 16. I babysat for 2 years for a 4-month-old and a 2-year-old. I also 4 years experience with special needs children. one of the reasons I love working with kids is because I love to watch them learn and grow
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Monique W.


Detroit, MI

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

13 Year RN

5.0

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I have been a nurse for 13 years, I've worked in all settings. There are so many things I love about nursing but most of all I cherish things like knowing the families I serve are at ease with the care I provide them. My patients and their families inspired me to be who I am today. I've worked with Geriatrics, pediatrics,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
She cared for my mother and father, anyone that she has sent was absolutely amazing, reliable professional service. My parents are very well taken care of. Thanks for what you do Monique, know you'll always be...

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Tenisha W.


Westland, MI

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello. My name is Tenisha. I have been a healthcare worker for over 10 years. I have experience working with tbi and sci patients as well as autistic individuals. I am very patient and I love helping and encouraging my patients to obtain as much independence as possible.

Recent review:

5.0
Tenisha was a great addition to our care team. She is dependable, punctual, compassionate and capable. She also brought joy into our home every time she came. We miss having her help care for our daughter.

Reviewed by Jane E.

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Kenya S.


Detroit, MI

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

5.0

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I have 4 adult children and 4 grandchildren 2 of my children have special needs I love caring for children It truly brings me joy. I'm not done mothering yet.

Recent reviews:

5.0
Words won't even begin to describe how blessed I am to have Kenya come into our life and into our home. She's been beyond a blessing that I could of ever prayed for and feel as though, I owe her so much more....

Reviewed by Larae T.

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Kimberly K.


Redford, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny And Babysitter Available

5.0

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My name is Kim. I have over 15 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, and I love working with children more than most things in life. I have experience with a multitude of special needs, I'm highly creative, attentive, and always on time. I am the oldest of 10, so although I have years of paid experience, I've been...

Recent review:

5.0
Kim was a great match for our family. I have a rambunctious toddler and a teething infant. It's important to me to have someone who is patient and trustworthy. I love Kim's gentle redirect approach to the big...

Reviewed by Suhaily F.

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Shaylynn C.


Westland, MI

$18/hr8 yrs exp

57 Year Old, With Experienced Child Care.

5.0

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I have raised two sons, one with special needs. I own three dogs of my own, I love all animals. I love to garden, read and craft. I am a child care giver.

Recent review:

5.0
Shaylynn arrived on time and the visit went very well! Would hire her again.

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Nicole H.


Canton, MI

$19-25/hr3 yrs exp

Available To Nanny Or Babysit!

5.0

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I really have fun working and playing with kids! I have worked in several different childcare experiences. I have worked with kids in an after-school program, day care, church nursery, and summer camps. I have also worked with special needs kids at Therapeutic Riding and Soccer. I worked one on one with kids with disabilities at...

Recent review:

5.0
Nicole was so great with my kids- she was incredibly attentive, gentle and so very kind. As part of her duties, she made breakfast and lunch for both kids, handled laundry and clean up. She was even great with...

Reviewed by Katie T.

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Sarah G.


Taylor, MI

$26/hr2 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

5.0

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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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Michaela C.


Westland, MI

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Sitter!

3.8

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I have 9 years of experience with kids of all ages, infants through teenagers. I am vaccinated against COVID-19. I'm an aunt to 4 kids, ages 5-16. I have experience with special needs, particularly Down Syndrome and Autism. I have experience with multiples (twins, triplets, quadruplets), including at infant's age. I also have...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Michaela has watched my crew twice with another time scheduled. She has taken care of all 5 of my children at once ranging in age from 2-11 years old. She is punctual, sent photos while I was out, and is sure...

Reviewed by Elizabeth O.

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Levita C.


Detroit, MI

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Female Health Care Worker Caring For People With Special Needs

5.0

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I have experience providing care to adults, teenagers and children who are mentally impaired, developmentally disabled, physically disabled, down syndrome, seizure disorder, ASD, traumatic brain injury and people who have ADHD for the last 25 years. I'm WCLS and MORC trained with medication administration skills as well as CPR...

Recent review:

5.0
Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our family and I would definitely contact Levita for future...

Reviewed by Nicole R.

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Jc B.


Lincoln Park, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant And Caregiver

5.0

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I have over 30 years of experience in Home and Health Care, Project Management, Personal and Virtual Assistance, Housekeeping, House/Vacation Sitting. I am hardworking, diligent, honest, caring and responsible. Your loved one's care is important. I also have Special Needs experience. I have a college education. I am CPR and...

Recent review:

5.0
Juanita is a fantastic! A magnitude of talent/expertise; a "Jill of all Trades". Dependable, reliable, responsible, hardworking, flexible, goes above and beyond requirements. Proactive, always going to the next...

Reviewed by Barron M.

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Sydney H.


Westland, MI

$15-22/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter And Nanny Specializing In Cognitive Impairment

3.0

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Hello, My name is Sydney and I am 26 years old. I graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Psychology. I currently work for a family who has quadruplets who are 9 , a family with a 2-year-old daughter with down syndrome and a 6-month-old and a family with a 9-month-old and her 2-month-old cousin . In addition...

Recent review:

3.0
Sydney worked for our family from Nov 2016 to March 2017. She was wonderful with our girls, but quite unreliable with scheduling and notifying us of schedule problems. This often left us scrambling to find...

Reviewed by Sean P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Garden City, MI

Julie M.

5.0

My sister had hired Julie to take care of my father when he went into hospice. She was very caring, attentive and advocated for my father. She made sure that he was clean, medication was given on time and had food/water when he was hungry/thirsty. She kept family updated on condition and made...

- Care member

Monique W.

5.0

She cared for my mother and father, anyone that she has sent was absolutely amazing, reliable professional service. My parents are very well taken care of. Thanks for what you do Monique, know you'll always be out family

- Care member

Tenisha W.

5.0

Tenisha was a great addition to our care team. She is dependable, punctual, compassionate and capable. She also brought joy into our home every time she came. We miss having her help care for our daughter.

- Jane E.

Kenya S.

5.0

Words won't even begin to describe how blessed I am to have Kenya come into our life and into our home. She's been beyond a blessing that I could of ever prayed for and feel as though, I owe her so much more. She has answered my prayers. I was nervous about how my kids would warm up to a stranger...

- Larae T.

Kimberly K.

5.0

Kim was a great match for our family. I have a rambunctious toddler and a teething infant. It's important to me to have someone who is patient and trustworthy. I love Kim's gentle redirect approach to the big feelings and that she has an activity ready any day they are with her. I've had Kim over...

- Suhaily F.

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