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Yvette V.

I Have Been A Caregiver For 19 Years. I Have Worked With Patient Ages 59 Years Old - 108 Years Old

Inglewood, CA

5.0(1)
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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
visiting physician
visiting nurse
home modification
+ 1 more
Yvette V Summary: I am Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Core Qualifications Certified...

Care Member says "Yvette is the most compassionate nurse/ caregiver I have ever known. I hired her to help me with my father he had pancreatic cancer. I was handling all...

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Hello! I Can Help (: Special needs

Long Beach, CA

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
7 years experience
Hello! My name is Tiara and I am 24years old! I am a Fun, creative and down to earth person. I love to laugh and make people smile (: I have 8years of experience babysitting and nannying. I am a non-smoker, I have reliable transportation with a clean driving record and background check. I am also good with all kinds of pets! I...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Motivating others to accomplish their goals while providing an applicable learning environment has always been a passion of mine. I have desire to serve clients with varying disabilities as I believe it is important to not only promote inclusion, but focus on the "able" in disability. I have had 3 years of experience serving as...
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Modern Day Mary Poppins

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$125/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I just completed my certification in Intermediated Crisis Management Strategies from the Marcus Autism Center. I also have my certificate in Managing Emotions in Times of Uncertainty & Stress from Yale. The last few years have been an unusual and overwhelming time for children in terms of education & learning. I want to...

Care Member says "June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers. She was his...

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Senior Caregiver

Torrance, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
transportation
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
I've taken care of adults with dementia and alzheimers. I've worked with adult with special needs. I am very patient and caring and understandv that each individual has certain needs. I'm willing too make sure your loved one is taken care of and I'm trusted in caring for them.

Steve E. says "Angella was a tremendous Help to our Mother On a Daily Basis from helping her get up every Morning to her shower and also with going to the Bathroom as...

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Love To Give Special Care One Of My Specialty

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I attended Bryman College now known as everest, I graduated with a diploma as a medical assistant. I did my intern at a cardiologist office, I love life, I truly love people it was a great experience learning to do EKG"s and attaching holters to patients. one weekend my aunt ask me to help her for the errands with her patient,...
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1:1

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
My previous experience is working as a 1:1 Para Educator for the Transition to Independence program at Palos Verdes Peninsula USD and Torrance USD as a Health Clerk.
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Looking for Full Time or Part Time Jobs

Lawndale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience as a nanny. I love children and enjoy working with them and I am taking my responsibility very seriously. I assure you of my honesty and integrity. I am bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish languages. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I'm a foster mom too I work well with all personality...

Kelly B. says "The basics about Maritza are that she is reliable, trustworthy, kind and smart. The great things about Maritza are innumerable! I would hire her back in a...

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Torrance, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
My name is Angella. I was born and raised in the South Bay. I moved to Arizona in 1996 and moved back a couple years ago. I have been a caregiver for the past 25+ years. I've worked 15+ years with special needs children/adults I also have worked 25+ years in child care and 5 years with elderly care. I've created safe and...

Christina Y. says "Angella is amazing with my 3yo daughter and 5yo son. She's flexible with last minute changes and very accommodating. She's an amazing babysitter!"

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Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Martha. I have a background in child education, with 5-6 years of experience working in educational and daycare settings with children ages 0-10, including those with special needs. In addition, I am available for babysitting and enjoy creating a safe, caring environment for children.
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Fun Sitter And Laugh Creator

Los Angeles, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Ally and I'm very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 5 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested and compensated for. Personally, I've also worked with...
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Culver City, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there, my name is Sarah ! I am a trilingual nanny who is passionate about both psychology and kids and love to bring creativity and joy to my everyday work environment. I thrive at providing structured routines while making it fun and bringing love, warmth and genuine nurturing care to kids. - Portuguese, English and Spanish...
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Carson, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
transportation
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring and empath I like caring for seniors and people with special needs because I enjoy caring for others I started caring for seniors when I was 20 yrs old and started caring for my grandma (she had dementia) I also have worked with people with special needs for a little over 3...
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Loving And Reliable Support For Your Little Ones

Lynwood, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Leslie! I've been working in early childhood education since 2022 and have experience caring for children ages 1-10, including those with special needs. I'm passionate about creating safe, nurturing spaces where kids can grow, feel seen, and be themselves. I bring a calm, patient, and caring presence, and I love...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Anastasia and I am here to have fun and pay off my graduate degrees in School Psychology (finished my masters, completing my EdS degree after I finish my internship)! I have extensive experience working with children with and without special needs, of all ages, and from a variety of backgrounds. I've done a lot...
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Manhattan Beach, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'm calm, nurturing, loving, and reliable, and caring for children truly fills my heart. I love being part of their everyday world and helping them feel safe, understood, and confident as they grow. I bring professional childcare experience plus the perspective of a mom who raised two children into independent, successful...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Los Angeles, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to check out my page! Working with children has been my calling. I've worked with children in many different areas including preschool, daycare, after school programs, high school, babysitting, special needs assistance, overnight summer camp and tutoring. You can expect me to be punctual,...
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Long Beach, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
20+ years caring for young children in a preschool setting. A also have experience with school age children with special needs. I have my A. A. S. is Early Childhood Education. I have a son who is 21years old. I enjoy the early years and believe that those years are the most important in the child's development. I also believe...
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Inglewood, CA

from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. For five years, I've had the pleasure of supporting families by providing engaging childcare for children aged newborn to 11. I strive to make a positive impact by being patient, creative, and approachable. I have some college experience, am comfortable with pets, and...
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Los Angeles, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a retired elementary teacher with 25 years of experience. I've worked with grades K-5. I mainstreamed students with special needs into my classroom throughout my career. I am organized and love taking care of my home. I wash, dry, fold, cook, and clean.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of June 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Gardena, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Gardena, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Yvette V.

Yvette is the most compassionate nurse/ caregiver I have ever known. I hired her to help me with my father he had pancreatic cancer. I was...

- Care member

June P.

June is simply the BEST. June worked with my autistic son full time for 7 years throughout his entire elementary school, including summers....

- Care member

Angella G.

Angella was a tremendous Help to our Mother On a Daily Basis from helping her get up every Morning to her shower and also with going to...

- Steve E.

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