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Elizabeth R.

Caregiver Available For Full / Part-Time Jobs

Lakewood, CA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a caregiver for five years. I really enjoy working with the elderly because I like to make their lives and routines easier and make them feel happy at home. My experiences include bathing, housekeeping, medication reminder, errands, doctor appointments, and companionship. I also attended ICDC College for Medical...
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Experienced Caregiver For All Ages And Circumstance

Lakewood, CA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Throughout high school I worked with 5 to 7 children some with special needs and in 2007 I moved in with my grandmother and took care of her, meals, transportation, medical, and bathing. As a massage therapist I am also trained to treat pain associated with both physical and emotional needs. I am 35 now and have also gained...

Chris F. says "Lacey is very reliable. She is also patient, talented, and professional. I would recommend her in a heartbeat. "

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Lakewood, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi there, I'm an extremely positive & outgoing person. I have been a nurse for 10 yrs now, but just recently changed gears. I'd like to go back to school to study medicine a bit more in depth and eventually work on the perscriber end. I am passionate and compassionate about the care I provide my clients. Working many years...
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Lakewood, CA

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm a kind, patient, reliable young adult. I have 8 years of experience with kids, infants and young teens. I have two nephews who are on the autism spectrum. I love to see how they view the world. I take each day with a grain of salt and learn more as I go. I'm very good at multi tasking, and willing to do additional other...
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MS Instructional Aid

Lakewood, CA

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$19/hr
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have been working with special need students since 2015. I'm great with kids that have autism. I love to assist kids that has any kind of disability. I love to make a difference in their lives.
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Lakewood, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have about 3 years working with kids in schools, and home as 1:1 and for differs special needs. I really enjoy to work with them even when sometimes is hard because some of the behaviors that they can show. I help them with academics and to handle emotions, follow instructions, socialice and try to get them independent...
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Lakewood, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I have worked with children for over 10 years in paid positions and volunteer capacity. I love taking care of children, the reward of watching them grow, learn, and explore into their own brings me great joy and fulfillment. I have worked with kids aged 4 months to 15 years of age, as well as special needs children.
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Lakewood, CA

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$21/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello! My name is Dena and I live in Lakewood. I have three grown kids and one adorable grandson! I love spending time with my family and friends, reading, being outdoors and going to Disneyland. I have over 20 years of experience working in childcare. I have worked as a Head Start Preschool teacher, a nanny/ babysitter and most...
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Caregiver/ Elderly / Special Needs

Lakewood, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
dementia
I'm a compassionate, honest, hard working woman that has had many years of experience. I have worked with elderly with many different needs, I treat them as they were my own family. I do have past families that would give me a reference if needed. I also, work with special needs children and adults, I have worked for the school...
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Hello my name is Victoria. I have 11+ years working with kids ranging from toddler to high school age. I specialize in special needs care, my love and passion for this started in high school in a mainstreaming program called Best Buddies. Out of high school I took Child Development classes at Cypress City and went on to get a...
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Flexible/ Full Time Nanny Available

Lakewood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have 5+ years working with children ranging from toddlers to high schoolers. I have worked with special needs students the past 3 years at a local school district. I am up to date on my first aid and CPR certifications. Can't wait to meet you and your family and provide you the best care possible.

Tania A. says "Victoria has been a godsend for us! She is great with our kids and very easy to work with. She is sweet, personable, and reliable. If given the chance,...

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Jaylen

Lakewood, CA

3.0(1)
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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Jaylen. I am 28years old Black African American with a great personality and good to work with I have lots of great experience as being an CNA babysitter/caregiver and special needs worker as well my services include light house keeping, meal prep, feeding assistance, bathing, diaper changes, daily activities,...

Dan A. says "Did not respond back to any messages or calls"

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Lakewood, CA

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$20/hr
Very passionate to what I do on time to work looking to work Monday through Sunday holidays as well any time throughout the throughout the day I feed take baths play arts and crafts take them outside let them run and show them cut how to cook and clean how to wash dishes how to do laundry Etc
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Lakewood, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
I have over 4 years of experience working with children, including one-on-one support for students with special needs and behavioral challenges. I've worked as a trusted aide in school settings and provided care for children ranging from preschool to middle school age. Families describe me as calm, dependable, and attentive....
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Lakewood, CA

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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Jaylen. I am 28years old Black African American with a great personality and good to work with I have lots of great experience as being an CNA babysitter/caregiver and special needs worker as well my services include light house keeping, meal prep, feeding assistance, bathing, diaper changes, daily activities,...
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Lakewood, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
With 2 years of professional senior care and a lifetime growing up in a family of social workers, I bring a steady, reliable presence whenever I am on duty. Helping others has been part of my life since childhood, visiting senior homes with my mother and grandmother. I worked at SLDC as a one-on-one aide for a special needs...
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Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
*I am in San Diego now through the beginning of august only* Hello! My name is Madeline and I am psychology graduate with 5+ years working in the ABA/special needs community. I have experience with all age ranges and all skill levels, as well as all the patience and love in the world to make a lasting impression on your kiddo....

Joe F. says "Maddie has been working with us for several months and caring for our 3 year old daughter. She quickly built trust and made a quick bond with our...

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NANNY OR BABYSITTER

Cypress, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
I am a babysitter with 20 years of experience and specialize in newborns to 4-year-olds, twins and children with special needs. I have helped families with newborn children create a sleep schedule, meal preparation at each stage of growth, potty training, supporting children in all their different stages of development. I am...

Care Member says "Luz P. worked for us as a nanny for almost a year, and she was great with our two kids. We had a newborn and a toddler at the time, and she has lots of...

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Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
A little about me ive been nannying for about 7 years now, I am currently in school to become a pediatric nurse, and looking to pick up more hours. I am CPR/aed certified, I have experience with the youngest being 4 months to oldest being 13 (specializing more with infants and toddlers!) Ive worked with children with special...

Care Member says "Hired Daniella to nanny for my 7 month old & 2 year old she’s very organized very friendly she picked up the routine fast. She helps bathe, feed, takes...

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Part Or Full Time Caregiver Available

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
I have provided care for children of all ages; however, I am most experienced with children under the age of 6. I also have over a year of experience in in-home care with a special need child, and additional experience with children on the autism spectrum. I have early childhood development education through my bachelor of...

Care Member says "Susannah was great! She took care of my 8 month old who is isn't really used to strangers yet. She was patient with him and understanding. We will...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.31/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lakewood, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Lakewood, CA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Lacey C.

Lacey is very reliable. She is also patient, talented, and professional. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.

- Chris F.

Victoria B.

Victoria has been a godsend for us! She is great with our kids and very easy to work with. She is sweet, personable, and reliable. If...

- Tania A.

Jaylen M.

Did not respond back to any messages or calls

- Dan A.

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