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Angelle D.

Special Needs

Independence, LA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
9 years experience
My name is Angelle and I am 31-years-old and I live in Luling. I do various jobs! I sit with children and adults and with special needs too. I enjoy caring for pets as well. I also water plants and check mail and newspaper, while you and your family are away on vacation so you don't have to stress yourself out about what to do....
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Independence, LA

5.0(1)
from
$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Angelle and I am 34-years-old and I live in Luling. I do various jobs! I sit with children and adults and with special needs too. I enjoy caring for pets as well. I also water plants and check mail and newspaper, while you and your family are away on vacation so you don't have to stress yourself out about what to do....

Katherine M. says "We moved to the Northshore, otherwise we would still be utilizing Angelle & her services!"

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Looking To Sit In Free Time

Independence, LA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Visiting physician
respite care
personal care
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
My name is Angelle and I am 34-years-old and I live in Luling. I do various jobs! I sit with children and adults and with special needs too. I enjoy caring for pets as well. I also water plants and check mail and newspaper, while you and your family are away on vacation so you don't have to stress yourself out about what to do....

JoAnn L. says "Angelle is an honest, dependable, hard working lady who is knowledgeable in the care giving profession. She is attentive and totally focused on the person...

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Stacy C.'s Photo

Tickfaw, LA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Greetings!! I am dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 25 year experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. I provide assistance with daily living activities, medication reminders, meal preparation, and companionship. I take pride in creating a safe, respectful, and comfortable environment for every...
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Tickfaw, LA

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Greetings!! I am dedicated and compassionate caregiver with 25 year experience supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. I provide assistance with daily living activities, medication reminders, meal preparation, and companionship. I take pride in creating a safe, respectful, and comfortable environment for every...
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Hammond, LA

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$14/hr
4 years experience
Helping clients with communication, including learning sign language if applicable Supporting emotional well-being through empathy and patience
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Loranger, LA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Throughout my career since 1988 I've had an infinity of babysitting other people's children as well as currently helping to raise my own grandchildren. I am a nursing/medical assistant and CPR certified. I have a wealth of knowledge for caring for all ages including the handicapped while working at ST. Tammany Parish Hospital...
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Experienced And Reliable, Passionate Sitter

Walker, LA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am 30 years old and have multiple (5+) years daycare experience, as well as experience nannying for families (~5years). I have also babysat for over 10 years!! I am comfortable and experienced with children of all ages. I graduated with a degree in child development and working with children is my passion! I have a clean...

Laura B. says "I have hired Kara a couple times, and she is a very responsible and reliable sitter. She has experience with developmentally disabled children, and she is...

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Passionate Caregiver

Walker, LA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am 30 years old and have multiple (5+) years daycare experience, as well as experience nannying for families (~5years). I have also babysat for over 10 years!! I am comfortable and experienced with children of all ages. I graduated with a degree in child development and working with children is my passion! I have a clean...
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Livingston, LA

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$20/hr
24 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been a caregiver for over 20 yrs. I have references. I do light house keeping, bath, administer meds, prepare meals, and any other things they may have. I will love your family member as if he/she were my own. i'll play cards, color and any kind activities with him/her if they able to do things like that. we will do the...
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Hammond, LA

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$35/hr
4 years experience
I'm a caregiver with over 6 years of experience, including a preschool background and hands-on experience supporting children with developmental and behavioral needs both in and outside of the classroom. I focus on creating calm, structured environments and use patience, consistency, and clear communication to support each child...
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Springfield, LA

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Making a positive difference in the lives of others is why I became a caregiver. With over 20 years of experience, I bring compassion, respect, and a caring attitude to every patient. I am a Certified Home Health Aide with CPR and First Aid Training. I provide services such as light housekeeping and meal preparation. I have...
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Ponchatoula, LA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Naomi. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I have a degree in Abnormal Pediatric Psychology with a focus in developmental psychology. I also have a specialty in Augmentative and Alternative Communication which is used to assist non-verbal's and useful in teaching young children to speak.....
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Walker, LA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Carpooling. I have experience providing care for special needs children as well as young children including new borns. I provide a safe and fun environment for children to grow, play and learn. I am available for virtual learning assistance if needed. I am a...
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Ponchatoula, LA

from
$10/hr
I have worked for Options, Inc. as a caregiver one-on-one and as with a houseful of special needs wonderful ladies.
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Fun-loving And Adventurous Sitter

Hammond, LA

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$19/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, my name is Emma. My brother inspired my caregiving nature from a young age. We learned that he had special needs around age 2. He aided my growth, patience, understanding, problem-solving, and more. At 15, I began babysitting for friends and family, which led to working part-time at a daycare throughout high school. During...
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CNA

Ponchatoula, LA

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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My nephew has autism and my cousin has down syndrome. I have worked at the developmental center years ago. I have a the right attitude when it comes to caring for special needs, senior care it doesn't matter. I know everything I' m doing is to please God.
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Livingston, LA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I had a aunt that was special needs that my parents had custody off. I have always been around specials needs children. I will help them anyway I can especially to thrive. most need a lot of attention and I have that to give. they are special people that need lots of love and that I can give. I have plenty of references and if...
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Ponchatoula, LA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am A mother of two, One with ADHD, OCD, and ODD. The other with ADD. I have completed Courses for early childhood development that focused on Special needs. I have experience with 2 of my cousins that have autism And have some experience with down syndrome as well. I know that it takes a special person to help these special...
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Kara H.'s Photo

Walker, LA

from
$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Passionate for working with those who have special needs. I am reliable and caring with tons of experience.
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  • 24 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $12.33/hr as of May 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Independence, LA

Special Needs Caregivers in Independence, LA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 24 listed special needs caregivers

Angelle D.

We moved to the Northshore, otherwise we would still be utilizing Angelle & her services!

- Katherine M.

Angelle D.

Angelle is an honest, dependable, hard working lady who is knowledgeable in the care giving profession. She is attentive and totally focused...

- JoAnn L.

Kara H.

I have hired Kara a couple times, and she is a very responsible and reliable sitter. She has experience with developmentally disabled...

- Laura B.

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