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Shannon A.


Lake Panasoffkee, FL

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

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In my years working in the healthcare field, I enjoyed taking care of the elderly over any other age group. I have taken care of special needs adults as well as patients with dementia, cancer, parkinsons, diabetes, heart disease, and so much more. I enjoy cooking and have owned a house cleaning business.
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Melinda J.


Lake Panasoffkee, FL

$17/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi. my name is Melinda I have 12 years experience working as a Home Health worker . I am an honest hard worker and dependable
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Tatiana M.


Ocala, FL

$20-27/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Fun &loving Care Giver

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I began caring for children at a young age starting out with just family members and eventually children of family friends. I would actually volunteer to babysit just because I've always enjoyed taking care of kids. I'm young &young at heart. I took Early childhood care classes in high school where we would care for children of...
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Krista S.


Inverness, FL

$15-32/hr10 yrs exp

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Experience with the Special Needs Children. 10 years experience as a Nanny and many years of experience with taking care of children ages ranging from Newborn to 12 years old. I started babysitting at a young age and from then my dream was to become a Nanny. I am currently employed at HCA Florida Citrus Hospital as Lead Patient...
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Shaneka B.


Ocala, FL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caring CNA

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I'm very experienced!!! I do my job with lots of care, love, and compassion. I love what I do and caring for others. I've worked with patients who need total care, limited assistance, dementia and memory care, patients newly out of surgery, cooking, cleaning, laundry, errands, hospice patients, special needs, and much more. I'm...
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Lauren H.


Inverness, FL

$12-15/hr7 yrs exp

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I am CPR certified and first Aid and I have gone through Citrus County School District background checks and drug tests because I work at a school. I have worked closely with children, since I was very young. Working closely with my church child care from ages newborn to 12 years old. I have babysat my sisters children from when...
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Janice D.


Ocala, FL

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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I have worked extensively with spinal cord injury clients, ALS, mentally challenged clients. My experiences span from home care to hospitals. I will provide resume and references upon request.
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Silvia S.


Ocala, FL

$25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hispanic female originally from Colombia raised in Miami. Looking for extra income. caregiver for elderly and special needs. Have a clean background, excellent driver, non smoker and a Christian.
5.0
"Silvia has helped care for my handicapped wife and done light housekeeping for me. She is a hard worker and has become like a family member to to both my wife, myself and my dog. You couldn't find a better or...

Reviewed by Robert R.

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Renee B.


Lady Lake, FL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

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5.0

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I have many years experience caring for children with and without special needs. Iam very responsible and reliable. I have great references!
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Brandie T.


Ocala, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Inspire Joy And Creativity!

5.0

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I have experience with children of all ages (0- teen ages), as well as with children with special needs, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder. I LOVE animals (have dogs and a cat) so, I'm comfortable if you have pets that need care or are in the home. I am familiar with the principles of verbal behavior and have ample experience...
5.0
"Brandie is amazing with my daughter and many others I've seen her with. My little girl is always so happy to see her! Besides my own parents there's no one else I would trust. She's calm and patient much more...

Reviewed by Amber M.

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Emily S.


Leesburg, FL

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Mother Of 2

5.0

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I live in the south Leesburg/Okahumpka area. I am a part time nanny for 2 children. I have over 10 years of experience caring for my 2 children and have babysat and taken care of children and pets since I was a teenager. In college, I was a nanny for 2 special needs children. My husband has a flexible job working from home and...
5.0
"My daughter begs to spend time with Emily!! She is fun and keeps her busy! I don't worry at all when she's with Emily, and I don't leave my daughter with just anyone. She is great with animals and my dog loves...

Reviewed by Michelle S.

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Fonteshe G.


Leesburg, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Teacher And Passionate Educator And Mother

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I have a passion for working with children, children with special needs, as well as senior citizens. I have been in the education system for over 32 years, and have worked with regular education children, as well as children with autism, speech impairments, and behavior needs. I love what I do and would love the opportunity to...
5.0
"Fonteshe assisted my 19-year-old son with special needs as his job coach when he started his new job. She was extremely interested in consulting with his head coach and how to help him prior to starting the...

Reviewed by Jacey S.

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Connie J.


Hernando, FL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Loving Caregiver

5.0

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I am a married Mother of four grown children. I would love to spoil your child/ren and take care of them as if they were my own! I spent many years as an executive in the business world, and am now able to seek my true calling, caring! I have experience with infants to young adults and many special needs situations. Please...
5.0
"Connie provided care for my 14 year old son while I was on a business trip, out of state. She was always on time, very accommodating and communicated regularly so that I wouldn't worry. My son had a lot of...

Reviewed by Shawn Z.

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Ivanna J.


Hernando, FL

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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My name is Ivanna and I love working with children. I have been babysitting for the past 6 years and studied Early Childhood Education in high school. I have experience working with children with special needs. I completed my PCA/CNA certifications from WTC and am CPR certified. If you are looking for someone that will actually...
5.0
"Fabulous! Can not say enough good things about Ivanna!! "

Reviewed by John H.

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Naicys M.


Ocala, FL

$25-37/hr6 yrs exp

Daycare Teacher To Babysitter

5.0

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I like to work with children from infants to pre-k children (I was a daycare teachers and kindergarten teacher ), I have a lot of patience, I like to teach them art activities and I think that children can learn in a fun way and there is nothing more fun than art. I have previously worked with Children's with special needs, I...
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"Naicys was great with our kids. She has prior experience caring for multiple toddlers, was very flexible and understanding of our crazy work schedules, prepared home cooked meals for our kids, took them out to...

Reviewed by Brenna C.

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Lindsey M.


Wildwood, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Gentle Care And Companionship For Your Loved One

5.0

(2)

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Hi there! Thank you for your consideration in my bio in caring for your loved ones. As a mother of two teenagers, in addition to being a long-time nanny and a school teacher, I pride myself on being a very loving, motherly, patient person. I love taking care of my family, cooking three meals a day, keeping the house tidy, and...
5.0
"Lindsey is stellar, an amazing and trusted caregiver who goes above and beyond."

Reviewed by Russell S.

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Alexandrina S.


Ocala, FL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Music And Education Are My Passion, Teaching Is My Gift

5.0

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I am a full time high school chemistry and biology teacher. I'm a caring and responsible adult and have many outstanding references from some great families for your review. I am highly certified, obtaining an Infant CPR/First Aid requirement. My experience includes teaching children with disabilities, as I have volunteered my...
5.0
"Alex is wonderful! She watched my son since he was 2 (4 now) and then my daughter when she was born. They both loved her! She is punctual, professional and just a great person. She loves kids and would always...

Reviewed by Laura C.

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Taysia H.


Lecanto, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

DATE NIGHT/ Residential Monthly Cleanings

5.0

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Experienced with newborn and infant care all the way up to teens. I love meet and great interviews for date nights or cleanings to share my childcare/ cleaning stories. I have a love for teaching developmental milestones and cleaning homes. My schedule is currently filling up but I have a few openings a month! I have over 15...
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"Tayshia did a wonderful job caring for our three little ones for our date night! She was punctual, text us picture updates while we were gone, kept everyone happy and had them all sound asleep by the time we...

Reviewed by Jeremy K.

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Tricia M.


Ocala, FL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a 58-year-old mother of two (daughter, 22 son, 19). I moved to Ocala in July and am now looking for permanent employment. I enjoy working with adults, seniors, children and animals. I love them all and would love to help you with care. I worked at ResCare in Newton, Kansas for a year. I passed a Level 2 background check and...
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Pamela C.


Dunnellon, FL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

HHA, CNA ,certified Hospice & Palliativ Care Taker. I Have Been Working In Medical Field For 20 Yrs

5.0

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If you are looking for someone to care for your loved one, I may be able to help. Now that I am fully vaccinated, I have decided to come out of retirement, to continue to do what I love! I am a licensed C. N. A , H. H. A & certified hospice & palliative aide. I've been working over 25 years with elderly & persons with special...
5.0
"Pam is friendly a very hard working person. She cares about and is concerned about the person she is taking care of."

Reviewed by Thelma G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Panasoffkee, FL

Silvia S.

5.0

Sylvia was awesome. She is organized, dependable and a very caring person. We were very happy to have her as a caregiver for mom. I reccomend her very highly.

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Brandie T.

5.0

Hi! I hired Brandie as a mother's helper for almost 5 months. She was a great help and blessing to our family. I was a mother transitioning with baby number five and Brandie was able help make it a smooth one. She was always on time and my kids and I loved having her. Thank you Brandie for all...

- Maria B.

Emily S.

5.0

My daughter begs to spend time with Emily!! She is fun and keeps her busy! I don't worry at all when she's with Emily, and I don't leave my daughter with just anyone. She is great with animals and my dog loves her too! He gets so excited and will jump in her lap! And he's a Chihuahua... so you know...

- Michelle S.

Fonteshe G.

5.0

Fonteshe assisted my 19-year-old son with special needs as his job coach when he started his new job. She was extremely interested in consulting with his head coach and how to help him prior to starting the position. Once his job started, she was there to help him navigate his few days on the job....

- Jacey S.

Connie J.

5.0

Connie provided care for my 14 year old son while I was on a business trip, out of state. She was always on time, very accommodating and communicated regularly so that I wouldn't worry. My son had a lot of fun hanging out with her. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again and highly recommend her...

- Shawn Z.

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