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Earma W.

Story of My Life

Palmdale, CA

5.0(1)
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$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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Senior Personal Care/Companionship Services

Palmdale, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 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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Palmdale, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Virginia and I'm a certified child care development nanny with over 15 years of experience. I've provided exceptional care for many families and their children ages ranging from newborn to teens. I myself am a mother of two, aged 12 and 17. I love kids, I am enthusiastic, fun, nurturing, I am punctual,...
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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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Palmdale, CA

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$10/hr
Hello! I am conscientious, responsible, and caring. I am an empathetic person and I have experience volunteering in a Home in Richmond. I would love to be able to help you with anything you or your family needs and I am flexible with dates and hours. Thank you for considering me!
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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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$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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Full-time Care Giver

Palmdale, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience in caregiving with children, elderly, and children with special needs.
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Palmdale, CA

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$24/hr
2 years experience
I have worked as a behavioral therapist for about two years now doing in home therapy which can look like helping with self help goals like getting dressed, brushing teeth, eating. Ect I am familiar with using a AAC device. And a whole lot more.
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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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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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Special Needs/ Child Caregiver

Palmdale, CA

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$26/hr
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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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$19/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 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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Palmdale, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Experienced In Senior Care For Pets And People

Palmdale, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
respite care
errands
dementia
+ 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

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
I'm a childcare provider with five years of experience seeking to make a difference in the lives of children. As a caregiver, I find joy in nurturing young minds and watching them grow. I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare, creating a safe and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I...

Care Member says "She’s great with babies definitely worth every penny very trustworthy "

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I have worked in many settings for those who are mentally and/or physically disabled. I have worked in the school system as a one on one aide for children with a wide range of disabilities, but primarily those with autism. During my three years there I worked hand in hand with special education teachers, occupational therapists,...
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CNA/HHA

Palmdale, CA

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$18/hr
Hello! I'm 20 years old and I'm a Nanny and Nursing Assistant looking to apply my combined skills outside of a nursing home setting. I am currently a long term nanny for a 15-month-old that I've been with since he was 8 months but I plan on separating from this family soon if I find another family that'll have me! I started...
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Palmdale, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have worked with children, primarily those with special needs, in home and in the school setting. I do behavioral respite for children with disabilities, and have done so for the past three years. I am trustworthy, great with children, and I plan on applying to Occupational Therapy school this year, so that I can continue...
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Palmdale, CA

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Greetings! My Name is Shondrea, I'm 25 years old and I've been a long-term caregiver/babysitter for around 6 years now. I love kids! I have worked with a few families from Care. com and can provide references. I helped my mother raise my brother (21) who lives with autism, so I have experience working with special needs...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.05/hr as of August 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Palmdale, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

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.

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.

Savannah Z.

She’s great with babies definitely worth every penny very trustworthy

- Care member

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