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- $20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've worked as a nanny and caregiver for the elderly for the past 4 years. Worked with 4 families ranging in needs, including Parkinsons, dementia, special needs, and more. I'm here to help.
Care Member says "Sarah watched my 3 month old for a couple weeks when I needed help and she was super sweet! Totally recommend and would hire her again when I go back to...
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- $25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
visiting physician
hospice services
dementia
personal care
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I have over 3 years experience working with multiple families helping elderly loved ones. Previous work has included patients with Parkinsons, dementia, and special needs.
Care Member says "Sarah cared for my mother and father and was very thoughtful, calm, and thorough despite my mother being a very difficult patient. "
I have worked with Alzheimer's, Dementia, and the mentally ill at all levels. I worked in the community helping families reunite with loved ones and assisted with visitation appointments as scheduled. I have a background working with adults and children with special needs of all levels. I am skilled with crisis intervention. My...
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- $13/hr
For over a year I worked as an in-home caregiver for an elderly man and his two adult disabled children. I worked doing household chores and regularly took them out and about to their social engagements. Looking forward to meeting another wonderful family.
Hospice services
meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
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Originally from the state of Maine. Semi-retired living here in Florida. As a senior I can relate to older ones. Having the first hand experience of being a care giver to my wife after her Hemorrhagic Brain stroke for 2 years, followed immediately by stage 4 Malignant Melanoma until death 10 months later taught me much about...
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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I have a lifetime of experience working with children in a wide variety of positions from a Preschool gymnastics program director, Special Needs paraeducator in both preschool and middle school classes, in home daycare owner and a personal nanny/house manager.
Care Member says "Excellent nanny and great teacher for the little ones. Extremely reliable. "
Home modification
light cleaning
errands
dementia
hospice services
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Hello, I am a dependable caretaker who is looking for full-time home care so people could stay home needing some extra help. I am caring, reliable and trustworthy with you or your loved one. I'm presently working at Home Instead Agency in Bradenton. FL. I was working at Siesta Rehab in Sarasota for 2 years and jobs in the North...
Care Member says "I can’t say enough good things about Kim. She was the first care giver we had for my Mother and she was our guide throughout her care—advising us on how...
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- $20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
home modification
visiting physician
dementia
My first passion in life is caring for people of all ages - from newborn to those in their nineties.... I just love people. I believe everyone deserves a loving and nurturing environment in which to grow, thrive, and have the best quality of life possible. I have run daycare for children with special needs, worked as a Youth and...
Jeri S. says "I feel very fortunate to have hired Lauren as my senior care provider. Lauren is an absolutely excellent care giver. She is so dependable, honest,...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
My first passion in life is caring for people of all ages - from newborn to those in their nineties.... I just love people. I believe everyone deserves a loving and nurturing environment in which to grow, thrive, and have the best quality of life possible. I have run daycare for children with special needs, worked as a Youth and...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi, My name is Josie. I live in Greyhawk Landing. I have worked for numerous families in Panther Ridge, Lakewood Ranch, Palmer Ranch, The Inlets, Copperstone, Chelsea Oaks, River Wilderness in Parrish and Greyhawk Landing for more than 5 years, as both a mommy substitute and nanny back up. My work experience includes children...
Amanda B. says "Josie is amazing! She is wonderful with any age. The house always looked great when I got home and she is so personable. I couldn't ask for a better...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
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Hello, my name is Ciera I grew up here in Bradenton and reside here with my family. I have two children ages 10 and 13 and they keep me active! I have worked in childcare since I attended college in Tampa in 2003 and took a job with a babysitting/nanny service. Since then I have worked with a local babysitting/nanny agency here...
Cathryn H. says "Ciera took care of my severely disabled son who had many complex medical issues. She worked for me for a long time and did an excellent job. I would...
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- $15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a licensed nurse in both MN and FL. I have recently moved permanently to Bradenton from MN. I am a non-smoker, wife and mother of 2 grown children. I am an animal lover (as long as they have legs!) I have my own reliable transportation and a clean driving record. Also, CPR certified. I could adapt to just about...
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- $10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
home modification
respite care
dementia
Hello, up until recently I was working for Day Kimball Hospital. I have worked here for the past 17 years until Oct 2014. I worked in several different departments including the intensive care unit, Emergency Room, Med/Surg, Birthing Center, Oncology, Neurology, and was also a Constant Attendant. My family has just recently...
Karen A. says "Tammy was awesome! I needed someone on very, very short notice and she came to the rescue...I would not hesitate to recommend Tammy to another family for...
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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My first passion in life is caring for people of all ages - from newborn to those in their nineties.... I just love people. I believe everyone deserves a loving and nurturing environment in which to grow, thrive, and have the best quality of life possible. I have run daycare for children with special needs, worked as a Youth and...
Erin L. says "Lauren was a wonderful nanny for my 3 young children. She was an "on the floor, in the sand, in the pool, getting her hands dirty" type of caregiver. She is...
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- $22/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello families! I am 32. I have 2 kids, ages 14 and 13 both boys. I have worked in childcare facilities for over 10 years (I started in 2008). I currently have been a nanny for a little bit over 4 years (since 2018). I have completed the mandatory 45+ hours required through DCF. I also have completed the CDA program through...
Linda P. says "Ashley was a great sitter for our 1-year old. Thank you again!"
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- $20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 20 years in the field, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have been incredibly rewarding, and I'm excited to support families by providing reliable childcare.
I consider myself patient, calm, creative,...
Care Member says "Kate watched my then 2 year old daughter out of our home. She treated her with love as if it was a member of her own family. My daughter was always...
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- $20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I have 6+ years of experience working with children from the ages of 6 months to 17 years old, not to mention being a big sister :).
Nothing makes me happier than caring for our future generations and I have a great passion for and knowledge of childhood development.
Despite being a child art heart I am very...
Light cleaning
respite care
hospice services
errands
meal prep
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I have 10 years experience in dementia Alzheimer's, and special needs care. I believe in taking care of the client as if they were family. I love to cook, pet friendly, and can also assist with appointments and light house work. I have my HHA, CNA, and CPR certifications.
I am the mother of five children. I have assisted my brother who has Down syndrome for 40+ years. I looking to relieve a care giver of a handicapped person when needed.
I have worked with children with autism and the disabled. I have over 7 years experience. I have worked through agencies and a nursing home.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.20/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 Palmetto, FL
Special Needs Caregivers in Palmetto, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Sarah H.
Sarah watched my 3 month old for a couple weeks when I needed help and she was super sweet! Totally recommend and would hire her again when...
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Sarah H.
Sarah cared for my mother and father and was very thoughtful, calm, and thorough despite my mother being a very difficult patient.
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Teresa B.
Excellent nanny and great teacher for the little ones. Extremely reliable.
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