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Shanee T.

Senior Care

Apopka, FL

5.0(1)

from: $18/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Companionship

dementia

meal prep

errands

light cleaning

+ 1 more

I have worked with Seniors for over 10 years paid. My experiences are helping them with organizing, bathing, eating, in/out of bed, wheelchairs and Dr. appointments. I have worked for OCPS for seven years with special needs students and have grown to love what I do everyday. I'm passionate about my work because if I can help...

Raynald M. says "We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old Her duties were: - Light housekeeping - Laundry - Transportation...

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Elizabeth A.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 9 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

travel

swimming supervision

Looking for an experienced caregiver? I've undergone the Red Cross Babysitting program, and I love working with kids of all ages. I have experience with multiples, newborns, and special needs. I grew up closely with cousins who have Aspergers. I also have experience babysitting a kid diagnosed with anger management. One of my...

Erica D. says "Elizabeth is wonderful. She took great care of my little one. I can't recommend enough!"

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Shaye M.

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience

Companionship

mobility assistance

personal care

Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye. I have over seven years of experience supporting adults with special needs in leading independent, fulfilling lives. I provide compassionate assistance in the home, including cooking, cleaning, personal care, and medication reminders, as well as accompany individuals to...

Care Member says "I really enjoyed my time with Shaye, but unfortunately, we are losing her outstanding care due to our family changes. Shaye has been remarkably...

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Rosa T.

Care-giver/ Housekeeper/ Companionship Available

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Dementia

hospice services

personal care

Hello. I'm 53 yrs old and I have 14+ yrs of care-giving, and companionship field. I would like to find a permanent employment. I've worked as a live in caregiver for 6 yrs. I have experience with Alzheimer, Dementia, Special needs, Muscularity, MMS, Diabetes, lupus patients, cancer recovery time, and much more.. I have...

Erica B. says "Rosie has been extremely helpful in caring for my parents. She is punctual, reliable, and very caring. She also keeps us informed and has been flexible...

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Pamela S.

Experienced Caregiver

The Villages, FL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Companionship

dementia

personal care

errands

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hello, I have been in healthcare all my life. I have experience with dementia, strokes, special needs and many illnesses. I am compassionate and an experienced caregiver. I can do household tasks, Dr. Appointments, travel, grocery shopping, companionship, reorganizing your home, laundry, light house work, etc. I am able to do...

Care Member says "Pam is a warm caring person who is willing to help in any way she can. She has helped me with organizing and many other tasks. I recommend her highly. "

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Kathleen K.

Bring Back The SMILES And Laughter. It's Healing.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)

from: $17/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Kathleen here! I am here to spread the word. These words are: There are still good people. The world in which we live can be incredibly unpredictable. So instead, lets focus on certainty. You are here looking for a compassionate, faithful and dedicated person to be present with a loved one. To speak up for your loved one. To...

Dawn R. says "Kathleen was super sweet, we connected right from our first meeting. Kathleen was very responsive and kept in touch during the night we hired her and she...

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Shaye M.

Fun & Attentive Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Craft assistance

Hi, my name is Wendy, but I go by my middle name, Shaye! As a mom to a wonderful 19-year-old son, I know firsthand how important it is to find a caregiver who is nurturing, patient, and engaging. My experience in caregiving includes working with children of all abilities, as well as providing companionship to special needs...

Tember B. says "Wendy (goes by Shaye) takes care of my 4 year old daughter with special needs and 2 year old son weekly. She is professional and caring. My kids look...

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Katherine T.

Longwood, FL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Hello, my name is Katherine and I have lived in the Longwood area with my family for 19 years. I have past work experience in Daycare settings and experienced with children of all ages and on the spectrum level. My background work experience is a Certified Nurses Assistant/Home Health Aide for Private Care. For the last few...

John K. says "I work from home, but my work takes me out of town often. I've used Katherine many times over the years for various reasons. (Pet care, Housekeeping,...

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Gaia B.

Nanny Caregiver Nurse

Longwood, FL

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

As a very compassionate nanny/caregiver with many years of experience I am well qualified to work in this position. I possess proven skills and drive to care for patients in their homes.

Victoria R. says "Gaia has a caring and outgoing personality and genuine desire to help the person she is working with/for. She is quick to pick up on any new skills...

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Tricia A.

Experienced Registered Nurse With BSN

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)

from: $34/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

I am a Respiratory Therapist as well as a Registered Nurse. My professional background of 20+ years includes: Emergency Room and Critical Care Nursing. I also have experience with both newborn, pediatric, and adult patient care populations. I have also worked as a Home Health Care Nurse and in Physician Offices. I hold high...

Theresa F. says "Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in the medical...

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Jessica H.

Nanny

Longwood, FL

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

Hi my name is Jessica, I am 21 years old, I am currently in college to become a speech language pathologist. But I am taking classes online so my schedule is flexible. I love animals of all kinds, I love working with kids, and I have a lot of experience working with kids as well. I volunteer at my church with kindergarten to 5th...

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Fonteshe G.

Full-time Teacher And Passionate Educator And Mother

Leesburg, FL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

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...

Jacey S. says "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...

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Tasha M.

Special Care

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am trained in Emergency Medical procedures including CPR and first aid. For the past two years, I have worked full time with a quadriplegic adult with spinal cord injury. Total, I have 10 years of experience providing quality home care. My work experience includes children and adults with dementia, seizures, Autism, spinal...

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James H.

Part-Time, As-Needed Childcare Provider

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Hello! My name is James and I am 26 years old. Prior to moving to Florida I worked at an inclusion daycare with children who had varying levels of sensory processing disorder and other delays. I moved to Florida in August of 2017 and did a College Program for 9 months. I worked at a childcare center for kids of cast members for...

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Gail W.

Here To Help Because I Care

Sanford, FL

3.7(1)

from: $18/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Hello, From childhood to adulthood I have cared for those with special needs including but not limited to, major heart defects, asthma, diabetes, MD & MS. I have worked in an assisted living facility, and provided in-home care to children and adults with learning, mental, and physical disabilities. My children grew up playing...

Lindsay R. says "Gail has watched my two special needs sons. She was dependable, trustworthy, and very professional. She took very good care of the children and left the...

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Gail W.

Hello! I'm Here To Help. Please Tell Me How Can I Assist You?

Sanford, FL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 23 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

travel

swimming supervision

Hello, my name is Gail! I am a mature adult who has raised four children into respectable adults. I've cared for other people's children and aging parents throughout the years. I've cared for infants, twins, a child with a brain tumor. Also, adults with Alzheimer, strokes and other special needs adults & children. I've worked at...

Care Member says "Gail has been such a wonderful and reliable babysitter for my three young kids! My kids look forward to her visits and my youngest immediately climbs...

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James H.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 55 families in your area

Carpooling

light cleaning

meal prep

travel

swimming supervision

Hi, I'm James! I became "babysitter certified" and certified in CPR/First Aid when I was 11 years old, and I have been babysitting ever since. I have cared for children ranging in age from newborn to 18 years old, and up to 7 children at a time of varying ages. I have experience with twins/multiples and varying special needs. I...

Sarah S. says "Best babysitter ever! Would love to hire again!"

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Erika A.

Registered Behavior Technician

Clermont, FL

4.0(1)

from: $20/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Carpooling

craft assistance

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Erika and I am an experienced and passionate babysitter with 3 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. I started out in a child care facility, then transferred to a group home setting working with children with developmental disabilities, im now a registered behavior technician working with...

Care Member says "Erika was very kind and patient with my kiddo. He enjoyed her. She communicated well prior her schedule "

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Barbara G.

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)

from: $13/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Several years of caring experience in nursing homes, through agencies or private cases CPR/First aid references available on request.

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Paola B.

Altamonte Springs, FL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello my name Is Paola B, I am a certified CNA, HHA and a Pharmacy Technician, I also have an associate degree in medical administration and billing and coding. I have been working in the medical field for more than 20 years in the hospital, nursing home , assisting living facilities, agencies, pharmacy and providing private...

Mike K. says "Paola.. was invaluable to me and for my dear Mother..You will be very fortunate if she is available..there is none better .."

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Mount Dora, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Mount Dora, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Shanee T.

We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old Her duties were: - Light housekeeping - Laundry -...

- Raynald M.

Elizabeth A.

Elizabeth is wonderful. She took great care of my little one. I can't recommend enough!

- Erica D.

Shaye M.

I really enjoyed my time with Shaye, but unfortunately, we are losing her outstanding care due to our family changes. Shaye has been...

- Care member

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Mount Dora, FL

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Available Now in Mount Dora!

Shanee T.

Senior Care

Elizabeth A.

Shaye M.

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

Rosa T.

Care-giver/ Housekeeper/ Companionship Available

Pamela S.

Experienced Caregiver

Kathleen K.

Bring Back The SMILES And Laughter. It's Healing.

Shaye M.

Fun & Attentive Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Katherine T.

Gaia B.

Nanny Caregiver Nurse

Tricia A.

Experienced Registered Nurse With BSN

Jessica H.

Nanny

Fonteshe G.

Full-time Teacher And Passionate Educator And Mother

Tasha M.

Special Care

James H.

Part-Time, As-Needed Childcare Provider

Gail W.

Here To Help Because I Care

Gail W.

Hello! I'm Here To Help. Please Tell Me How Can I Assist You?

James H.

Erika A.

Registered Behavior Technician

Barbara G.

Paola B.

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Mount Dora, FL

Shanee T.

Elizabeth A.

Shaye M.

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