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Jennifer F.

Special needs caregiver

Ionia, MI

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$5/hr
10 years experience
I have had extensive training with mechanical devices pertaining to special needs, including hoyer lifts. I worked in a nursing home for 7 years.
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Hoping To Assist Families With Providing The Highest Quality Of Care For Their Loved Ones.

Lowell, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
15+ years with child care, teaching, first aid, CPR, 10 yrs providing care in all settings with all types of individuals at Pine Rest, Supervised 5 AFC homes and 75+ staff at Pine Rest as well as new staff educator.
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Greenville, MI

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$13/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
4 years experience in child care. Experience with all ages and children with special needs. CPR and first aid certified!
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Fun And Patient

Lowell, MI

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello, My name is Lauren, I have a 3-year-old daughter and a 5-month-old son. I have worked for 9+ years in childcare. I have nannied all ages. I have my bachelor's degree to be a Speech-Language Pathologist. I adore children and help them build developmental skills during everyday interactions. I have a background in caring for...
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Belding, MI

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
My name is Rachel, and I am a full-time nanny. I am CPR certified in infant through adult, as well as first aid, and blood borne pathogen procedures. I work as a long term nanny (2+ years of employment preferred). The Nanny industry has held my heart for 11 years now. Over a span of 20 years, my livelihood has been dedicated to...
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Crystal, MI

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$12/hr
3 years experience
I worked at an adult day center for three years. We provided care for those with dementia, Alzheimer's and many different special needs. I started as an assistant and worked my way to activity coordinator. I focused on each individual participant and what would benefit them during the day. I created picture books for those...
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Lowell, MI

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a single parent with two teenage children. I have worked with children of all ages in a childcare setting, as well as in private homes, experienced with all developmental levels, and or special needs individuals. I have worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor a behavior therapist for autistic children, as well as sports...
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Fun Sitter

Sheridan, MI

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 4+ years experience working with children and 4 + years working with with disabled special needs adult home Healthcare. Will help with light housework , pet care, and homework if needed.
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Sheridan, MI

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have a strong medical background with experience with children, special needs children and adults as well as senior care. I also have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's. I am a very loving and caring person. I'm currently a stay at home wife, soon to be stay at home mama so my schedules pretty open.
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Crystal, MI

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
+ 1 more
I worked at an Adult Day Center where we accommodated the needs of dementia, Alzheimer's and many different special needs. I started as an assistant and worked my way up to the activities coordinator in just one year. I also took care of my friends grandfather who was suffering from Dementia for two years. I did light...
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Sheridan, MI

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have a strong medical background with experience with children, special needs children and adults as well as senior care. I also have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's. I am a very loving and caring person. I'm currently a stay at home wife, soon to be stay at home mama so my schedules pretty open.
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Greenville, MI

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
personal care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a medical assistant for over 20 years. For the past 3 years, I've been working as a home health assistant dedicated to providing compassionate care, offering hospice services, personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medical management. I also enjoy assisting with errands and shopping. I adapt to...
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Lowell, MI

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I'm passionate about. During the school year I work as a Behavior Support Specialist as part of the special needs department at GRPHS. I have 2 years of experience in play-based behavioral therapy for kids with autism. I have one year of experience caring for children aged...
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Lake Odessa, MI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have many years of experience babysitting and have always loved kids. I have experience with ages 0-12, and kids with special needs. I am also CPR certified. To get to know me, I coach JV volleyball and am studying for my real estate license. I have a dog named pupup and he's the sweetest boy!
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Part-time Certified Nursing Assistant

Belding, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My goal in life is to help those that are in need. To stand by their side and help them through life. With 22 years experience I have helped a diverse group of people.
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Saranac, MI

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$13/hr
8 years experience
I worked for 8 years serving adults with mental illnesses and behavioral disorders.
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