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Linda L.


Jacksonville, AR

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

HHA

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Hi .... I am Linda ..... I worked for Jacksonville Hospital for 35 years... I just met a young lady with ADHD.... she was delightful... but I know everyone is different..... I have been working as HHA home health Aid since March of this year... I really enjoy driving clients to their Drs apts.
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Maddie P.


Jacksonville, AR

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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My name is Maddie. I am 29 years old and am a special needs preschool teacher. I love kids, outdoors and every kind of sport. I moved to Arkansas in August 2019 and am looking to quit my job because I really love to nanny more.
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Theresa C.


North Little Rock, AR

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

(6)

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I have been working in Healthcare for over 30 years. I have worked in Hospitals and Nursing Homes With COVID-19 patients and special needs children. I have also helped clients recover at home from hip, knee, and shoulder surgery. I am sincere, honest, and reliable, I will give your loved one all the love and care I...
5.0
"Theresa gave my Aunt impeccable daily personal care for a period of years. She attended to her every need including personal care as well as any visits needed outside the home. Every time we visited we found...

Reviewed by Marti N.

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Laura H.


North Little Rock, AR

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

5.0

(1)

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I started young doing baby sitting since I have much older brothers and sisters. I started doing professional nanny work in 1985 and was doing that in conjunction with my medical work (hospital-lab) until 2016. In 2016 my mom fell ill and moved in with my husband and myself. I gave up all my work to focus on my mom's care. I...
5.0
"Laura helped us with a one time situation during my oldest Grandson's wedding. We were out of town and needed someone at the spur of the moment to watch my two youngest grandchildren (2 & 6 years old). They...

Reviewed by Mary K.

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Mary W.


North Little Rock, AR

$20-31/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible And Reliable Sitter With Experience

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I've been teaching for 7+ years. I've worked with special needs (3+ years) previously and have been a lead preschool teacher at a local private school for the past 4 years. I have a passion for children and making a positive impact on the world! I've also babysat/nannied throughout the past 10 years.
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Sarah T.


Cabot, AR

$11-16/hr4 yrs exp

Honest, Reliable, Consistent

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I am a mother to a 2. 5 yr old and have adopted my 13 and 9 yr old nephew and niece with special needs. I am a full time student with classes on campus Tuesday and Thursday's. I will have my 2. 5 yr old, fully vaccinated child with me.
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Nita C.


Sherwood, AR

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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Experienced assistant/caregiver/companion. Worked for Home Instead for several years. Helped with care of an elderly lady in her 80's. I offered companionship by taking her out to eat, preparing small meals, pet care and errands, reminder of meds and dressing. CPR certified.
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Tory B.


Sherwood, AR

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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Good for taking care of people. Working on degree in Communication Sciences and disorders. I'm very caring and an excellent problem solver. Very open to helping people. Have no problems answering any questions
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Keshia B.


North Little Rock, AR

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

About Me

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I'm 33, no children.. yet (5. 5 months pregnant). I enjoy traveling, spending time with family and friends, bowling, cooking, and walks in the park. I've been a nurse for 10 years. I was a LPN for 6 and current RN for 4. I have experience working with adults and children with developmental delays and other illnesses. I've done...
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Erin O.


North Little Rock, AR

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Erin O. From North Little Rock, AR

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Hi! I am Erin, and I have recently graduated from Arkansas Tech University with a BA in psychology and a BA in rehabilitation sciences. I have worked with consumers through Friendship Community Care in the past. I assisted these consumers with medication, bathing, using the restroom, housekeeping, meeting goals, working on...
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Rhonda N.


Sherwood, AR

$22/hr5 yrs exp

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Medical assistant, nursing assistant, home health aide, patient, compassionate care. I treat your loved one as if they were my family. Communication is so important, your wishes for your loved one are respected and served with dignity.
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Destiny S.


Little Rock, AR

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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Beginning in highschool I helped with the Pals program. The pals program was created to assist special needs students when in feeling comfortable in their classes. I assisted with 3 different students. In addition I have worked with a little girl with turner syndrome as her caregiver. I bathed her and washed her hair as well as...
5.0
"Destiny is a wonderful caregiver for our child. She manages our neuro divergent child with care and love. We have nothing but great experiences when our child is in her care. Thank you Destiny!"

Reviewed by Meredith J.

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Justice W.


North Little Rock, AR

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello y'all. I have a lot of experience with great reviews. 4 yrs of nannying and 18yrs with babysitting. Ive also taught ages 3 to 12 . I have experience with special needs, newborn, twins, and multiple children. Please message me if you're interested in my services
5.0
"She is very organized and tasks are accomplished quickly! She goes the extra mile and is very personable. She is great with children too."

Reviewed by Debbie P.

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Maritza C.


Maumelle, AR

$15-25/hr15 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny, Possibly Full Time Depending On The Right Family

4.9

(13)

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I have been babysitting for about 10 years. I have taken care of children infant to age 13. I am bilingual and have taken care of bilingual children and special need children. I have worked in a daycare and was a Spanish teacher. I was also a part time teacher to ages 18 months to 48 months. I have a saying; 'I will treat any...
5.0
"Maritza is the very best at caring for our son. She has been with us for years. My son is 13 now and she takes care of him like he is hers. She has good instincts. She is really nice and has a way with kids....

Reviewed by James J.

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Justice G.


Maumelle, AR

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter :)

5.0

(6)

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I am looking for a full time position. I am first aid and CPR certified. I strive to foster long-term relationships with families and the kiddos. I have experience with multiple children and kids with special needs. I enjoy being around all ages, teaching them new things, and sharing new experiences with them.
5.0
"Justice is fantastic with my son, she finds so many ways to entertain him and she also makes sure he does his homework properly. She is always on time and has a great work ethic!"

Reviewed by Kim B.

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Angela G.


Little Rock, AR

$20-36/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Kids

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Hi, I'm Angie! I love kids and have spent my whole life caring for them! I've cared for many families over the last 40 years. I have a bachelors degree in nursing with pediatric CVICU experience and I raised six kids of my own! I've adopted, homeschooled, and raised kids with medical and emotional challenges. Now I'm 54,...
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Cora H.


Austin, AR

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother Who Loves To Create Smiles

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I am a mother to a 15-year-old special needs teenager, I have helped raised many friends' children. When I was a teenager and into my early adulthood I was paid to babysit children of all ages.
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Cailey M.


Conway, AR

$15/hr7 yrs exp

After School Babysitter

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Hi! I am the oldest of 6 kids who I've freely babysat from the age of 12. I nannied for 2 kids in highschool and cared for a young adult with down-syndrome in college. I am a registered Pediatric ICU nurse and have CPR, PALS, and ACLS certifications. I have a hefty amount of experience with kids of all ages as well as kids with...
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Adam J.


Little Rock, AR

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Howdy Howdy

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Hi there. My goal working in senior care is to be able to get immobile seniors mobile again. I have over 15 years experience and am able to operate medical equipment: wheel chairs, hoyer lifts, walkers, etc.
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Bailey C.


Conway, AR

$19-20/hr6 yrs exp

Child At Heart!

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I have 5 years of experience. My name is Bailey C. and I am 19 years old. I have been working/loving children since I was their age! I have always loved them and I am still a child at heart. I began coaching gymnastics at 15 and I stopped coaching when I turned 18 to work at Pedatrics plus. I have many younger children in my...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jacksonville, AR

Theresa C.

5.0

Theresa has been a fantastic help to my dad and me. She has extensive knowledge of how to work with people with dementia. From the first day she worked with my dad, it was evident he felt at ease with her and I knew he was well cared for. I cannot recommend Theresa enough! She is a wonderful...

- Sandee P.

Laura H.

5.0

Laura helped us with a one time situation during my oldest Grandson's wedding. We were out of town and needed someone at the spur of the moment to watch my two youngest grandchildren (2 & 6 years old). They immediately connected with her and she was genuinely engaged with my grandchildren! We...

- Mary K.

Destiny S.

5.0

Destiny is a wonderful caregiver for our child. She manages our neuro divergent child with care and love. We have nothing but great experiences when our child is in her care. Thank you Destiny!

- Meredith J.

Justice W.

5.0

She is very organized and tasks are accomplished quickly! She goes the extra mile and is very personable. She is great with children too.

- Debbie P.

Maritza C.

5.0

Maritza is a gem. I found her last summer when we needed in-home sitting for the last two weeks of summer 'staycation' for my then-fiance's 3 boys. In addition to continuing to sit for us as needed, she also has watched the boys at their "other" house (their mother's house). She's fun and creative,...

- Susannah J.

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