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Stephanie T.

Senior Personal Care/Companionship Services

Palmdale, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Stephanie! I offer senior personal care & companionship. I have over 10 years experience, as I have taken care of an elderly couple and their adult daughter with special needs (Downs Syndrome) for the past 7 years. Sadly, the wife recently passed away at age 89. The daughter wanted to join her friends in their group...

Daniel B. says "I had bilateral knee surgery and Stephanie helped me during the surgery and the aftercare. Stephanie was awesome. Very reliable and flexible scheduling....

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Story of My Life

Palmdale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
My name is Earma. I have years in experience in child care and child focus evaluation. I am very friendly with kids, I've worked also with special needs children and newborns I am willing also to do drop off and pick up , light housekeeping etc .

Melissa E. says "We absolutely loved Earma! My shy little girl couldn't wait to get to her house and never wanted to leave! You were absolutely fabulous and we miss...

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Caregiver, Provider & Babysitter :)

Rosamond, CA

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a caregiver. The children that I have cared for with special needs have been very happy while I shadow over them. Not only am I very patient with them, but I have the energy to play, run and teach them. I am hoping this care giving job gives me the essential tools to become a great kindergarten teacher in the near future....

Michele G. says "Soraya and I used to work together. She is great with kids and is responsible. "

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Experienced In Senior Care For Pets And People

Palmdale, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
transportation
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years of experience, taking care of both of my elderly parents. After 2024 I have also worked with other senior and special needs clients. Having taken basic psychology and animal behavior courses, I am skilled with working with difficult personalities. My one limitation is lifting things over 30 pounds because...
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Palmdale, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
My passion is caring and teaching all children. I have had the privilege of working as a nanny as well as previously a preschool teacher at a daycare. Working at the daycare I had the opportunity to work with infants, toddlers, preschool aged children, as well as children with special needs. As a caregiver I understand it is...
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Palmdale, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I can help with helping patients get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Caretakers plan, prepare and monitor meals. Potentially run errands, remind patients of medications and escort them to events. Etc..
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Rosamond, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi!! I am 20 years old with 5+ years of babysitting experience, 3 years paid. My extensive background in child care includes working full time as a SPED Para-educator in a mod severe classroom as well as working for a babysitting company named Busy Bees. My duties included changing diapers, feeding students, cleaning as well as...
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Rosamond, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Makeala! With a compassionate heart and a background in special education, I've spent meaningful time assisting in a special needs classroom as well as four years of babysitting experience. My experiences have equipped me with the patience and skills necessary to support and care for children of all ages and...
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Palmdale, CA

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$19/hr
6 years experience
I have a total of 13 years of experience working with clients with different diagnoses. I provide companionship also full assistance with all daily living activities such as bathing grooming feeding, Physical exercise .
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Palmdale, CA

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$19/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am Shabrea, I graduated high school in June of 2022 and have been working since then at various jobs. I have nannied for a year and loved accompanying my mom with nannying special needs children from a young age until my late teen years. I am a loving pet owner and don't mind also working with dogs and cats. I will also do...
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Caregiver

Rosamond, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Have experience taking care of kids in home and school setting. Employed with Maxim Healthcare Services.
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Experienced Registered Behavior Technician And Sitter

Palmdale, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Lesley and I have four years of experiencing working in this field. I have worked as a registered behavior technician for 3+ years. My experience includes working with children of all ages and disorders. Additionally, I am CPR certified and hold my applied behavior analysis technician certification. If you have...
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Rosamond, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Crystal and I have over 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages from newborn to 17, as well as raising my own now 5-year-old daughter. I started watching kids in my neighborhood as a teenager and moved on to volunteering in Kindergarten and preschool classes while going to school for my degree....
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Palmdale, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been exceptional in my teaching role, parenting, child development for ages 0-3, special needs/ aba therapy, etc. As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I offer a safe and enriching environment for children to thrive. . With over a decade of experience, I've had the privilege of supporting families and providing...
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Special Needs/ Child Caregiver

Palmdale, CA

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$26/hr
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have professional experience and personal experience taking care of children and teenagers on and off the autism spectrum.
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Palmdale, CA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
With a passion for supporting children with special needs, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to my role. I hold a current Registered Behavior Analyst Intern (RBAI) credential and have worked extensively as an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provider for children aged 2 to 16. My professional journey has equipped me...
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Caregiver

Palmdale, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have compassion in helping people who are in needs (health wise). I have good understanding and patience in dealing with special needs patients. I took care an autism young boy for almost 2 yrs in NY part time and have more than 4 yrs of taking care senior people who are in needs of care.
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Special Needs Yoga Instructor

Rosamond, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I am currently working with a client that has Autism and Tourette's Syndrome to assist in keeping his mind/body healthy and happy through Yoga and Meditation. I enjoy encouraging him to have a positive mindset and a bright outlook on the future.
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Caring Person

Palmdale, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm always willing to help anybody that needs help I'm always willing to always be there I have experience of 20years I'm a caregiver II have worked in nursing homes I have my shots I love my job I am a CNA. My schedule is flexibility I am reliable I have a car. I love to help people I have my own car.
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Professional & Experienced Nanny

Acton, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Building long-lasting relationships with children has become a great passion in life for me. My patience, kind-heartedness, and love for children allow me to form strong attachments with the children and families I work with. I have cared for children as young as newborn, all the way to school age. I have a diploma in Early...
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  • 49 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.45/hr as of June 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Lancaster, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 49 listed special needs caregivers

Stephanie T.

I had bilateral knee surgery and Stephanie helped me during the surgery and the aftercare. Stephanie was awesome. Very reliable and flexible...

- Daniel B.

Earma W.

We absolutely loved Earma! My shy little girl couldn't wait to get to her house and never wanted to leave! You were absolutely fabulous...

- Melissa E.

Soraya P.

Soraya and I used to work together. She is great with kids and is responsible.

- Michele G.

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