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Yanique M.

Medical Assistant

Lakeland, FL

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
6 years experience
I worked in New York State and in Florida with the Developmentally Disabled individuals. I currently work with children who are Autistic. I've always worked with Adults and Children.
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Homemaking Companion Care-giving Personal Care

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a certified Home Health Aide. I am an approved provider with APD (Agency for Persons with Disabilities). I am certified in CPR/First Aid. I have worked with the elderly and people with disabilities for more than 10 years.

Mary F. says "Brandy was super, and made a stressful day for me more tolerable. I hired her to take me to and from a medical appointment (I was not permitted to drive...

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Experienced Sitter Who Is Intentional

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Swimming Supervision and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I started watching children at 12, with my first child having various special needs. I have volunteered with children in other countries, orphans, and foster children. Additionally, I have taken care of up to five children at a...

Care Member says "She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely hire her...

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Part Time Caregiver Available

Lakeland, FL

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
I worked for comfort keepers for a year and received many credentials while there. I have experience with special needs and I can supply references if needed.

Kimberly M. says "Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and dental...

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Special Needs

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Most of my experience caring for special needs children comes from my externship training at LVIM. But I do have other relevant experience in working with the mentally disabled in several day cares and assisted living facilities that I volunteer at.
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Occupational Therapy Assistant/ Special Needs Nanny

Lakeland, FL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
I own my own caregiver business. I am also an Occupational Therapy Assistant and Registered Behavior Technician. I am looking for a part time caregiver position in the evenings on weekends or anytime on weekends. I have 9 years experience working with children with special needs and 7 years working with the elderly population....
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CNA/HHA

Lakeland, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
CNA/HHA Certified Nursing Assistant/home Health Aide. Taking care of the elderly. Work experienced working in hospitals, nursing homes, ALF, private homes caring for the elderly. Have cared for patients with Alzheimers, dementia, total care patients, ambulatory patients etc.
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Caregiver

Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
Because I've grown up with a special needs sister, I've grown to love caring for and spending time with people alike. I am a volunteer coach for a special Olympics tennis team and was in Best Buddies all 4 years of high school. During the summer I spend time as a camp councelor for ages 11-13.
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Lakeland, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
40 plus years as an RN, RRT. Focus on neo pediatrics. Some home care. Extensive focuses critical care, and the focus of neonatal home care. and also help with special needs.
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Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a sweet, out going person. Always on time and enjoy the work I do. My clients become family so I deliver the best care possible. I am a mother, so patience and understanding is something I do well. I have many years of Alzheimer's/Dementia experience. Along with wheel chair bound/paralyzed patients. Helping others has been...
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Lakeland, FL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
My sister has a home healthcare company and has taught me a lot on the business and physical side of taking care of others who need extra assistance or full time care but something you can't learn is empathy and kindness and I think that's my favorite part.
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Caring, Patient, Kind, And Loving Caregiver.

Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
10+ years experience with Special needs children. I have experience with DPT, sensory integration, brushing protocol, light ASL, respiratory care, CPAP care, routine fulfillment, AAC devices, feeding assistance, Proprioception, seeking and avoidant behaviors, destructive behaviors, self injurious behaviors redirection, and much...
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Reach Out

Lakeland, FL

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$16/hr
Hello my name is Marcos. I'm someone that likes to help out people in special needs. Although I don't have a special certificate but unofficially I've helped out people with physical disabilities, with mental disabilities and im willing to go the extra mile to make sure that the person I'm helping is as comfortable as possible....
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Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I have worked in home health for 7 years, I love helping people, compassionate about each person as a a person. Can feed, cook, bath, change clothes, diapers, administer meds, check blood sugar, enjoy taking care of them as a well as being a companion. I can transfer people without a homer, brush teeth, take them to Dr...
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Lakeland, FL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello everyone, My name is Kristalyn and I am 36 years old. I have worked with a variety of different special needs. Including g tubes, autism, food allergies, assisting with bathing and feeding and more. I am currently looking into going back to school to become an RN as well. I worked with special needs adults and children...
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Care Provider

Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
With over 20 years working with elderly, children, as well as special needs... I feel it as my calling to care for those in need. I currently provide care at Lake Gibson Village during the day and looking for another position where I can utilize the talents god gave me which includes compassionate care. References are available...
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Lakeland, FL

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$15/hr
I have worked for a couple of months as a work-study student in a special needs school and have loved being able to interact with the children there and help them in a patient, caring way. I want to make every person feel safe and cared for!
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Full-time Caregiver Avilability

Lakeland, FL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I love my job and what I do. I am enthusiastic, energetic, friendly, loyal, clearly dedication very dependable, and very good with communication. I am a loving and caring person available to help you and your family.
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Lakeland, FL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
I have worked for comfort keepers and private individuals. I have experience and have taken numerous online classes to help better serve my clients with specials needs. I have lived in Lakeland for 20 years and have plenty of references.
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Lakeland, FL

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Hello my name is Selena. I have experience with disabled adults and children. I also worked in the field of this line of work for 10 years. I am CPR certified and First aid. Also have a CNA license.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.86/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lakeland, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Lakeland, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Brandy M.

Brandy was super, and made a stressful day for me more tolerable. I hired her to take me to and from a medical appointment (I was not...

- Mary F.

Soleil T.

She was able to watch our daughter on short notice for a date night. She was delightful, respectful, fun, and reliable! We would absolutely...

- Care member

Lindy Z.

Lindy is amazing! My mother has dementia and Lindy takes care of her 3 nights/weekly. She assists with her showers, dressing, grooming, and...

- Kimberly M.

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