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Lachelle L.

Oak Park, MI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
15 + years experience in the medical field as a medical assistant, client care advocate, licensed practical nurse in a home care setting, skilled nursing facility and in a school setting.
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Patricia B.

CNA

Oak Park, MI

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I am Certified Nurse Assistant Through state of Michigan , I am able to help assist with special needs and any task im COVID VAXX , I have CPR/BLS
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Petagay M.

Oak Park, MI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have three children of my own . So I know I'm an outstanding candidate for a sitter , I've worked with Expert Care taking care of children with special needs . I love kids and enjoy working with them and making them happy just to see a smile on there face just makes my day . And also helping the parents with meal prep and...
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Cate C.

Caring And Loving Nanny

Oak Park, MI

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$17/hr
9 years experience
I'd describe my personality as Caring Confident Funny I like working with kids because it has always been my life long passion, I love making life easier for parents! I'm a parent myself and I feel like taking in other families ways of doing things help me also be a better mom! I'm looking for a job that I can become apart...
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lacinda D.

Oak Park, MI

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for helping children grow and learn. Tending to kids has been second nature to me since I grew up in a household where my mom ran a daycare. I've always been drawn to children, especially those with special needs, and find that they bring a unique and valuable perspective to life. My...
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Latia M.

Ferndale, MI

5.0(1)
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$11/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is Latia. I have 9 years experience with assisting special needs care and home health care. With the experience I have picked up along the way, it makes it really natural and fun for me to work with individuals with special needs. I am a great companion, who happens to enjoy what I do. I am always positive. Very...

DiAngelo W. says "She's very dependable, patient, and positive. We love having her around. "

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Sari W.

Devoted Nanny Available Full/Part-Time

Farmington, MI

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
I have worked for over 20 years in domestic and school settings. My experience is with children of all ages, but I feel that I work best with toddlers - teenagers. I have also cared for children with special needs including: Autism, ADD, ADHD, EI, EMI, schizophrenia. I simply love children and I enjoy helping them reach their...

Jill N. says "Haven't met her yet but she appears to be prompt, responsible and capable."

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Sandra D.

SENIOR CARE PROVIDER

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
mobility assistance
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Sandra , I have aided several seniors by providing practical help along with companionship. I have cared for clients whose loved ones were diagnosed with Alzheimer's and Dementia I have aided my seniors with organizing, guiding and helping them with physical exercises. I also engage them in mental stimulation by means...

Valerie R. says "Sandra was very engaging, and kind. She brought crafts and games to keep my Mom's mind challenged. She was great after Mom's knee surgery, bringing...

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Deborah V.

Nanny

Southfield, MI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
5+ years of child-care including special needs. Experienced parent and former substitute teacher capable of working with learning disabled and emotional impaired children.

Maria C. says "Deborah is a breathe of fresh air! She is a joy to work with. Her kindness, understanding and patience are great and very much appreciated. I am so happy...

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Kimberly K.

Full-Time Nanny And Babysitter Available

Redford, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Kim. I have over 15 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, and I love working with children more than most things in life. I have experience with a multitude of special needs, I'm highly creative, attentive, and always on time. I am the oldest of 10, so although I have years of paid experience, I've been...

Suhaily F. says "Kim was a great match for our family. I have a rambunctious toddler and a teething infant. It's important to me to have someone who is patient and...

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Kirsten L.

Royal Oak, MI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Kirsten. I recently graduated with a B. S. in Biology from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. I am working as an account representative in Royal Oak, MI, and am eager to nanny for children around that area on the weekends! I have over 10 years of babysitting/nannying experience that started about when I was...

Care Member says "kirsten was awesome with my little ones , they loved her would definitely hire her again "

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Brittney L.

Behavior Technician

Southfield, MI

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have 1 yr and half experience working with autistic children ages 3, 4, And 8 yr old. I did ABA therapy with them.

Andrea W. says "I hired Brittany to care for my adult son diagnosed with autism. She was both compassionate, trained, and professional. Her experience with ABA therapy...

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Levita C.

Part Time Or Full Time Female Health Care Worker Caring For People With Special Needs

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience providing care to adults, teenagers and children who are mentally impaired, developmentally disabled, physically disabled, down syndrome, seizure disorder, ASD, traumatic brain injury and people who have ADHD for the last 25 years. I'm WCLS and MORC trained with medication administration skills as well as CPR...

Nicole R. says "Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our...

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Dorota M.

Warren, MI

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a practicing nurse for over 20 years. I believe that my previous experience as well as my passion of helping people makes me a perfect candidate for special needs children. Not only do I enjoy being with children, I especially care about children who require special care.
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Jay G.

Special Education Teacher/Teacher Consultant.

Southfield, MI

5.0(0)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have skills in working with special needs children/young adults with my 25 years experience as a teacher, case manager, program/behavioral consultant, etc. Over my career span, I have provided services for just about all types of disabled children and young adults.
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Julie M.

A New Type Of Caregiver...

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
5 years experience
Hospice services
dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've been a full time mother, caregiver, of a special needs child for 21 years. I am a Nationally certified Medical assistant for 12 years, when covid hit I was a semester from receiving my nursing license. unfortunately due to injury, I'm unable to continue with that path in life. I'd describe my personality as empathetic,...

Care Member says "My sister had hired Julie to take care of my father when he went into hospice. She was very caring, attentive and advocated for my father. She made...

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Heaven A.

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hello! I have a great deal of experience babysitting and tutoring. I have worked with children with special needs such as autism, and have tutored in ESL, basic reading, writing, math, and science. Some of the activities I love to do with kids are telling stories, arts and crafts, and dance parties! I have also been extremely...

Monique S. says "Heavenlee cared for my two boys for a few years, and we could not have been happier. She was always on time, high energy, and happy to work with our...

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Cory D.

Compassionate In-Home Care

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
dementia
respite care
hospice services
personal care
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Cory. I have been working with the elderly, the terminally ill, & adults & children with disabilities since 2011. I have worked in many different environments including nursing facilities, hospice centers, & in clients own homes. My last place of employment was Agrace Hospice-care in Wisconsin, where I...

Lisa H. says "Excellent caregiver for my mother with Alzheimer's. He is patient, kind, and caring. I cannot say enough about how much of a help and a blessing he has been...

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Famika B.

Child care.

Warren, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of experience, I am passionate about cultivating a nurturing environment where children can flourish and grow. My empathetic nature and creativity allow me to engage children in imaginative play and educational activities that foster their development. I prioritize open and transparent...

Care Member says "Famika was great and very flexible with last minute changes. I would hire her again!"

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Nabiha C.

Experienced Full-Time Child Provider

Dearborn, MI

3.3(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
I have 20+ years experience teaching children. I provide care for children, ages 2 months to 13 years of age. I have a Master's degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education. I am certified in First-Aid and CPR for Infants, Children and Adult. I am certified in special needs children, I am...

Farrah B. says "Nabiha is one of a kind. The kind of teacher that doesn't exist anymore. She loves her pupils and she gives them 200% everyday. I don't think I would ever...

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  • The average post rate is $18.40/hr as of June 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Oak Park, MI

Special Needs Caregivers in Oak Park, MI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Latia M.

She's very dependable, patient, and positive. We love having her around.

- DiAngelo W.

Sari W.

Haven't met her yet but she appears to be prompt, responsible and capable.

- Jill N.

Sandra D.

Sandra was very engaging, and kind. She brought crafts and games to keep my Mom's mind challenged. She was great after Mom's knee surgery,...

- Valerie R.

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