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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lakewood, CA
The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Lakewood, CA
Julia F.
Bellflower, CA
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, my name is Julia I'm 22. My previous occupation was working with kids who have autism and I would love to help. My older brother led me to help others due to growing up with him having autism. I have experience and I can relate to some of your experiences. Helping kids and people in general brings me joy. I can offer...
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Karina R
Hometown: Signal Hill, CA
Education: Cerritos College, CSDH and Compton Community College where I had obtain my teacher Credential.
Experience: I have 21 years of experience working with children of all ages in a childcare and private home setting. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have experience caring for...
5.0
"Karina is responsible, punctual, caring and always willing to adapt to any situation. She is a natural caretaker w/so many loving and attentive service. She has plenty of experience w/special needs kids and...
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I have 5 years working with kids that have special needs. I also have experience working alongside occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and physical therapists. I am currently working as a behavior therapist with kids from the age of 2 to 18 and also intern as a marriage and family therapist while I'm completing my...
Karina R.
Signal Hill, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Sitter Love Teach Children Utilizing Creativity Learning
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Karina R
Karina R
Hometown: Signal Hill, CA
Education: Cerritos College, CSDH and Compton Community College where I had obtain my teacher Credential.
Experience: I have 21 years of experience working with children of all ages in a childcare and private home setting. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have experience...
5.0
"Ms. Karina is a women of her words. She has a caring heart and love for all. She is very skilled and very helpful in caring for others in special needs. Ms.Karina has a heart of understanding and being...
Reviewed by Rita W.
5.0
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I am an experienced caregiver with 13years of in home personal care service's. Along with also working as a CNA at an Assisted living facility in the lock-down units for residents with severe dementia and or Alzheimer's and with development disabilities. I really love working and caring for people and am reliable and trustworthy...
5.0
"Teri was a blessing for our recent needs. We felt comfortable with Teri from the moment we first interviewed her. She stepped in to help as if we'd known her for years and delivered beyond our expectations....
Reviewed by Jan F.
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I love to cook! It is my passion to help others while creating and providing healthy meals. I have been cooking for over 10 years and can prepare just about anything. Nutrition is vital to living a healthy life. Our busy daily lives sometimes prevents us from eating excellent, nutritious, balanced meals at home. That's where I...
5.0
"We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very supportive! We are very happy we found her!"
Reviewed by Sabrina L.
5.0
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Graduated Pacific College LVN program. Friendly, patient, honest, loyal, understanding & care about others.
I love animals too!! I can help with:
- Transportation Services
- Experience > newborns & up
- Experience > Alzheimer's & dementia
- Experience > autism
- Organizing/light cleaning; vacuuming, dusting, decluttering,...
5.0
"Alice did an amazing job of caring for me on a very sincere and kind level. She was punctual and reliable and very clear regarding her expectations. She was also great jumping right in with little to no...
Reviewed by Jean K.
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I have 5 years working with kids that have special needs. I also have experience working alongside occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and physical therapists. I am currently working as a behavior therapist with kids from the age of 2 to 18 and also intern as a marriage and family therapist while I'm completing my...
5.0
"Jasmine was a blessing with my 4 year old autistic son! You can tell that she has the experience to deal with children that have special needs and is professional as well as extremely caring! I trust my child...
Reviewed by Ash G.
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Hello. I am Chay and I have worked with kids that are now teenagers that have autism . Been taking care of special needs for over 14 years . I am very reliable and responsible. I am flexible as well . I have my own car and I am CPR certified. . I am with a amazing family now but they are moving and have to find another job . I...
Arthur G.
La Mirada, CA
$19-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Assisted Living Attendant in the Orange and Los Angeles County Areas
5.0
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In my first months as a caregiver by profession (since October 14 2005), I assisted a 52-year-old gentleman who had cerebral palsy while his mother was able to make errands. He could not speak, but I am sure that he appreciated my presence, tending to the basics of bathing, grooming, hygiene, and spoon feeding while she was...
5.0
"Art is a very moral and conscientious person. Definitely someone trustworthy."
Reviewed by Marci R.
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I have taught children with special needs in Los Angeles for 20 years. I have a bachelor's degree in human development, and a master's degree in special education. I am a mom of two amazing sons, and an avid marathoner. I am very passionate about working with children, and I pride myself on being patient and kind to those I have...
5.0
"I absolutely adore Nicole. She is so personable and relatable. I have twins and one of them suffers from severe ADHD. Nicole is always very patient with my son during his difficult moments. She thinks outside...
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Diana A.
Downey, CA
$21/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there! I love working with children. I graduated with my degree in child and family studies at CSULB, so I have learned a lot about kids. My relatives would have me babysit there toddlers and I would be active with the kids. They always left my house satisfied . I have volunteered for three years at St. Joseph's school and...
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I had a son with special needs for 10 years and now I m available to help other Mothers with extensively care that our special Babies need.I had experience with Cerebral Palsy. I know how to use Suction Machine, Asthma machine and gastronomy tube or G-tube. I am also a CPR certified.
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I have 3 years of experience in summer camp counseling. I have cared for over 10 children at once (ages 5-12) by myself. I have experience caring for special needs children. I have completed an EMT course. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry/dishes etc. Bonus: I know LOTS of camp songs :)
5.0
"My kids love Charlie! She's so sweet, responsive, and courteous. We're looking forward to more date nights, and our kids are looking forward to more time with Charlie."
Reviewed by Bethanie H.
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10 years as an Early Childhood Teacher. 6 years as Behavioral Interventionist. AA. Degree In Speech Pathology. BA. Degree:Child Development and Family Studies. 2 years experience working in a moderate/servere school location with LAUSD. Experience working with children with Autism, CP, learning disabilities, and Other. English,...
5.0
"Highly qualified, punctual and professional! I'm very pleased with the way my daughter is responding to her reading."
Reviewed by Breana T.
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I have worked with a teenage boy with epilepsy and the learning challenges that he faces as well as helping his learn social behavior. The feeling when he remembers something or shows advancement in his progress is irreplaceable- so rewarding.
4.0
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Educated and reliable caregiver looking for a family to help with their young children. Adept in providing optimal care to children as young as 8 weeks old and children with special needs. Willing to take on household duties and work with families to better meet their individual needs.
In December I will graduated with a 2nd...
5.0
"Very punctual, dependable and trustworthy,, she communicates well and I felt at ease while my children were in Daniela's care."
Reviewed by Maleika T.
Christian P.
Los Alamitos, CA
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
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I'm Christian and I'm 25 years old. I have almost 2 years experience with children ages 3-17. I have vast experience watching multiple children at a time thanks to my time with BSA. The following list below is where I acquired all my experience.
-BSA at IROEC camp(approx 1...
5.0
"Christian helped me with unpacking boxes. He is a very gentle, nice, meticulous person who takes pride in his work. He found money in my boxes and was so honest to give it to me without second thought. He...
Reviewed by Natalie T.
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I have worked with special needs patients as a job coach so I do have the experience that's necessary to have to take care of the client.
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I have cared for all special needs: Down syndrome, children with seizures, G tube, catheters, ADHD, mental illness, Autism. I have 10 years of experience.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lakewood, CA
Karina R.
5.0
Karina is responsible, punctual, caring and always willing to adapt to any situation. She is a natural caretaker w/so many loving and attentive service. She has plenty of experience w/special needs kids and was always there w/patience, concern and teaching ways to help. I would DEFINITELY HIRE her...
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Karina R.
5.0
Karina was an absolute blessing & pleasure to have in our home. She was punctual, reliable, great communication and such loving and attentive service. I would DEFINITELY HIRE HER AGAIN! She has extensive experience and knowledgeable in all areas of her position. She taking initiative and does...
- Wendy M.
Teri L.
5.0
Teri was a blessing for our recent needs. We felt comfortable with Teri from the moment we first interviewed her. She stepped in to help as if we'd known her for years and delivered beyond our expectations. Wish we could hire her full time! We highly recommend Teri.
- Jan F.
Stephanie G.
5.0
We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very supportive! We are very happy we found her!
- Sabrina L.
Alice F.
5.0
Alice did an amazing job of caring for me on a very sincere and kind level. She was punctual and reliable and very clear regarding her expectations. She was also great jumping right in with little to no instructions. Her maturity level and professionalism far exceed the usual contact on this...
- Jean K.
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Ratings for Lakewood, CA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Lakewood, CA are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.