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Find special needs caregivers in Onset, MA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Onset, MA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Onset, MA

I have used Heather since September 2012 to watch my 6 year old son with special needs. Heather has been wonderful with him. I trust her

Review for Heather P. by Melissa H.

I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden

Review for Julie G. by IRVING S.

Vicki is exceptional. She truly cares and goes beyond the call of duty. She is always on time, trustworthy, reliable, considerate and takes

Review for Vicki S. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Onset, MA

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Teresa B.


Onset, MA

$15/hr

Part-Time/Full-Time Special Needs Care Giver

5.0

(2)

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Currently pursuing a degree in Special Education: Severe Disabilities, and a second degree in Spanish with a concentration in secondary education. I am currently first-aid certified, CPR certified, and mental-health certified. I have extensive experience caring for children ages 3-17 in both calm and highly stimulative...
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Heather P.


Wareham, MA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I am trustworthy and reliable. I have worked with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities for over 18 years. I also work with the elderly and animals. I have done everything from assisting with ADLs to case management. I have taken care of horses chickens dogs cats birds I have given medications.
5.0
"I have used Heather since September 2012 to watch my 6 year old son with special needs. Heather has been wonderful with him. I trust her to make the right decisions while she is caring for him. My son is very fond of Heather too. I would definitely recommend...

Melissa H.

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Julie G.


Pocasset, MA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a health care aide and patient care coordinator for the elderly and special needs clients for 10-plus years. My services include companionship, healthy meal prep, medication supervision, personal care, food shopping and errands, light housekeeping, medical appointments, assistance with physical therapy and...
Julie can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Julie is smart, very dependable, very generous, and she knows how to care for our family without overstepping our need for privacy. Highly recommended."

Dana W.

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Vicki S.


Plymouth, MA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Of All Stages Of Life

I am a (young) 58-year-old woman with a great deal of experience and education in the medical field. I have also worked as a nanny and have references and letters of recommendation. Thank you for considering me to care for your daughter and would love to meet you both.
5.0
"Vicki is exceptional. She truly cares and goes beyond the call of duty. She is always on time, trustworthy, reliable, considerate and takes the initiative to make everything better. She is 5 Stars for sure!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

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Alex R.


Sandwich, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Experienced Babysitter!

4.3

(6)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Experienced babysitter with flexible schedule, available days, nights and/or overnight. Frequent sitter with 10+ years of experience. Educator, snowboard coach, sailing coach, summer camp counselor and experience working with special needs. Love active and outgoing kids! I have worked with kids with just about all of my prior...
Alex can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Alex & her friend R. to care for 4 small, very active children , 1 1/2, 2 1/2, 5 & 6 years old on 2 days / nights to attend a family wedding. After a great phone interview with both, we hired them & it could not have gone better!!! The kids took to them...

Linda W.

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Dominique F.


Plymouth, MA

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Interactive Sitter

Nanny experience with elementary aged energetic children with busy schedules included pickup/drop off for school and sports Experience with 2 nieces and a nephew one being special needs I love to get to know children and engage with them in a fun and educational way.
Dominique can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Giana D.


Plymouth, MA

$15-21/hr3 yrs exp

My name is Gigi and I am a graduate from Providence College. I have recently decided to go to graduate school to become a high school teacher, and am babysitting while I pursue my degree. I am extremely invested in the growth of children's minds and playing a role in that. I have experience babysitting children with special...
Giana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Lindsay P.


Buzzards Bay, MA

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible Babysitter/Caregiver

Experienced Child Care worker with over 20 years experience. I have worked with a variety of kids, from typically developing, to special needs and kids with a trauma history. I am looking for a family who wants a responsible, mature FUN person to nanny their children. please message and ask any questions.
Lindsay can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Palita S.


Plymouth, MA

$22-26/hr10 yrs exp

Just As I Do For My Own Child

For almost a decade, I have been running programs and activities for children with special needs . all while single-parenting my amazing school-age daughter. She is my pride and joy! I firmly believe that every child is unique and I am dedicated to providing the highest level of support to help each child reach their full...
Palita can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Hi, I'm abbey I'm 19 years old. I have my own reliable car. I've graduated Plymouth south high school with a license to be a preschool teacher after taking early childhood education for 4 years. I love being active not sitting indoors all day. I like going out doors and adventuring. I have a lot of experience with children, and...
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Erica R.


Marion, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

I am a full time nanny and I am nice and caring so just looking to help out in other ways whatever it might be!
I am a lifeguard for special needs adults have to help them change afterwards a lot wood take great care
Molly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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Cindy P.


Wareham, MA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Patient Caregiver

I love kids.... I have my associates degree... in early childhood ed... I feel safety and happiness go together as a caregiver... I also have some experience in special needs and was very good at it... If u need my help inquire
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Donna D.


Mattapoisett, MA

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

Here to help

I am a mother of an autistic daughter of 28 years. I know what it takes to care for someone with compassion, love, and respect. I am also employed as a special needs assistant. I have over 20 years of professional experience and 28 years of personal experience. I will provide top quality services. I am very professional, and I...
Donna can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning
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Colleen B.


Plymouth, MA

$18-26/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! I am a very patient, kind, energetic and caring person who has almost 10 years total experience working with children. I have obtained an EEC certification from high school. For 4 years I was caring for 3-5year olds. For 3 years I worked in the KidZone area at the local YMCA while going to school for an Associates in...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Maria Eduarda K.


Plymouth, MA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Dedicated Nanny With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a compassionate, responsible, and dedicated nanny with extensive experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. My childcare journey began in Brazil and has continued in the U. S., where I've been an Au Pair and I'm currently a nanny. I excel at creating safe, nurturing, and stimulating...
Maria Eduarda can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sophie M.


Plymouth, MA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I have 3 years of experience regularly caring for two children, currently aged 8 and 12, both with special needs. I also have two years of experience as a camp counselor, working with kids aged 3-13. I have my own car and am able to transport up to four kids if needed. I have experience with many different kinds of pets...
Sophie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I have been in the medical field for 30+ years I was certified as a nursing assistant at the age of 18 and then went into medical professional with billing and coding then went on to the mental health field as a counselor for disabled adults for 18 years at Community Systems/ Cape Abilities on cape cod. I ran 2 group homes for...
Compassionate special needs caregiver with experience in providing personalized care, assistance, and support. Skilled in daily living tasks, mobility aid, and emotional support. Patient, reliable, and attentive.

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