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Tracy M.


Perry, MI

$20-49/hr6 yrs exp

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I worked in a low functioning home through Community Mental Health for 3 years, then transferred into a lockdown unit for severe alzheimer's and dementia patients. I was a shift lead and med passer for 2 years. I also worked for an in home care company for a few years, taking care of both adults and children with handicaps both...
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David N.


Haslett, MI

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

College-educated Carer With Autism Experience

5.0

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Hello! I am a thoughtful, reliable carer who understands what it's like to be part of a family with special needs. I have experience teaching youth and children at my church, supporting 11-year-old autistic twins in their home, teaching math and business classes to High Schoolers in China, and teaching and loving my own five...

Recent review:

5.0
David has helped us in a pinch, after a couple injuries during a move. He has helped with packing boxes, loading and unloading a Uhaul, and is still helping my son (age almost 13, on autistic spectrum & with...

Reviewed by Lisa M.

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I am currently attending school to become a special education teacher. I am majoring in Elementary Education and Learning Disabilities. I have been caring for children for about 7 years now, and I am very excited to continue this journey in the classroom. I volunteered in the Cognitive Impairment classroom at my high school as...
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Margaret C.


Haslett, MI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Reliable And Trustworthy Special Needs Provider Do you need help caring for yourself or a loved one after a surgery when you've come home from Rehabilitation? I am retired nurse anesthesiologist, however I still maintain an active registered nurse (RN) license. I'm able to help with medications, care, bathing, physician...
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David N.


Haslett, MI

$18-25/hr3 yrs exp

Mindful Direct Support Carer Who Gets It

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Hi! I am a thoughtful, reliable carer who understands what it's like to be part of a family with special needs. Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Dementia, have all touched my family, and I am committed to providing family-centric care for your loved one. I have experience providing direct academic and behavior support to...
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Meaghan L.


Haslett, MI

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Summer Part-time Caregiver/Nanny

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I have lived in the area for the last 10 years. I have a passion for the education of children and love to be active volunteering and working in both the Haslett and Okemos Communities. I grew up the sibling of a special needs brother. I have been working with the Okemos Public Schools for 6yrs (2017-present) as...
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Meaghan L.


Haslett, MI

$18-19/hr

Summer Partime Position

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Looking to help be a caregiver during the Summer months of June July and August. I work as a full time special education paraprofessional in a school setting during a regular school year. I am hoping to fine a part-time job as a caregiver/housekeeper during nights or weekends.
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Morgan L.


DeWitt, MI

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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I have a passion for working with kids and have been for around nine years. Through the many years, I have had experiences with many different types of kids, personalities, temperaments with some difficult situations. I have babysat kids with behavioral challenges, special needs, and various medical needs, all of which have been...

Recent review:

5.0
Morgan is absolutely wonderful with our 14-month old. She is patient, calm, caring and my son adores her!

Reviewed by Shannon B.

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Jenifer R.


Corunna, MI

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

3.8

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I am the oldest of four siblings and I have an 17-year-old special needs son and a 2-year-old daughter. I have over 25 years experience as a child care provider, babysitter, nanny, caregiver and respite care worker. I have experience with children from birth up to adulthood. I have experience with special needs and normally...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Jenifer was among a few prospective childcare providers. She, by far, exceeded the others in communication. Very prompt in response and open to honest discussion. We did not hire her simply because we were...

Reviewed by Bobbi F.

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Jasmine T.


Okemos, MI

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

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Hi, my name is Jasmine! I am a Senior at Michigan State University studying Spanish and Communication Sciences and Disorders. I have tutored, babysat for over 8 years, and nannied for multiple families. My career goal is Pediatric Speech and Language Pathology. I have a car, LOVE animals, and would love to help with household...

Recent review:

5.0
Jasmine has helped care for our young child for over a year and truly has become part of the family. Our son absolutely adores her and we will miss her when we move from the area. If you are looking for an...

Reviewed by Bre B.

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Hannah F.


DeWitt, MI

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I am currently employed and I will update my profile when the children I am caring for have outgrown the need for a nanny. Thank you. I have a great passion for working with children. Caring for children has been one of the greatest pleasures of my life. I worked at the Childcare Center in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. My position...

Recent review:

5.0
Hannah has worked for us for almost 4 years. She started when my children were just little they are both going to school now and we are so sad to see her move on. My children love her like family. She has...

Reviewed by Jill M.

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Emma M.


Lansing, MI

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi I'm Emma! I'm currently looking for a nanny position this upcoming fall, full time or part time. Within 30 minutes of the lansing area. About me: - I have a Bachelors in general and special education. I graduated from CMU. - I've nannied for 5 years and I've taught k-6 grade for 3 years. - I have 5+ years of childcare...

Recent review:

5.0
Emma responded quickly to my request for a last-minute sitter for my 3 young kids - ages 2, 4, 5 (any family in this situation knows the feeling!) Emma was early, professional, caring, and engaging. I really...

Reviewed by Care member

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Kayla S.


Mason, MI

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Lady For Hire

4.0

(2)

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Hello, my name is Kayla and I have about four years experience working with special needs, including at Beekman Therapeutic Riding Center where I helped kids with cognitive and social impairments. I am kind, gentle, and firm and work hard to better their lives and increase independence. I am studying to be a yoga teacher and...
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Karyn N.


Okemos, MI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Holiday Help

5.0

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Are you looking for an occational baby-sitter? I am a Special Education teacher, looking for part-time baby-sitting jobs on the weekends, winter break, spring break, and summer. I have been a baby-sitter/nanny, preschool teacher, and I have worked with school age children from preschool to young adult. I look forward to working...

Recent review:

5.0
Karyn is honest, punctual, and has a genuine love for her work. She communicates and advocates for the needs of those in her care.

Reviewed by Stephanie G.

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Brittany J.


Okemos, MI

$18-28/hr3 yrs exp

Professional Friend And Role Model

5.0

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Hi there my name is Brittany. I love kids and animals! I have been babysitting for families for the last 3 years. I have worked with children from infancy to as old as 13 years old. I have helped with children with different special-needs and I have helped families that have up to 4 children in the same household ranging from...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Brittany was absolutely wonderful! I work from home and needed someone to watch my four month old who needed to stay home from daycare. She arrived right on time each time we hired her and was flexible when we...

Reviewed by Allison M.

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Kaylee B.


Lansing, MI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Interactive Nanny

5.0

(1)

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I've been a nanny for almost 13 years now, with experience of 7 different families-all ranging from 1-9 children (ages premature newborn to 13 years). I've somehow managed at least one set of twins per family in all of my experience, and I absolutely love it! I have had experience with special needs/ medical needs children as...

Recent review:

5.0
Kaylee was a great joy to talk with! She was punctual and communicated very well. She showed a deep passion for caring for children and was very transparent in what she was looking for.

Reviewed by Katie And Timothy S.

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Nicole L.


Howell, MI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have 10+years of experience with children ranging in age newborn to 14. I have had CPR/First Aid training and experience caring for a special needs child. I am looking to provide child care for a family in your home or mine, also including cooking and light house chores (laundry, dishes, vacuuming). I can also provide...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We have a 1.5yr old and Nicole was everything you’d want in a sitter/nanny. Our son had a wonderful day with her. We would hire her again!

Reviewed by Care member

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Jessica G.


Lansing, MI

$22/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I have been a caregiver for two special needs adult girls for the past two years and gained some experience with basic sign language. I am comfortable with feeding, changing, showering, and other hygiene needs. As a caregiver, I love to bring my clients out in the community and have the transportation to do so; whether that be...

Recent review:

5.0
Jessie is one of the most hardworking and caring girls I've ever met. She knows her priorities and will do whatever she can to make sure shes doing the best that she can do. Working with kids is one of her...

Reviewed by Emma S.

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Jada I.


Lansing, MI

$11-15/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello there! My name is Jada , I'm 18, and a Christian girl who grew up in Lansing my whole life! I have 7 siblings and 5/7 are adopted, 3 have special needs. I've nannied for families in Holt, Lansing, and Mason. I love kids and would love to help out with whatever is needed!
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Brooke S.


East Lansing, MI

$15/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Brooke, I am 18 and currently a freshman in college. I am CPR certified and also a CNA/PCT, and EKG technician. I have not officially cared for kids in the past but have helped out some friends for cash. This included taking care of their special needs son with anything he needs including cooking and driving. I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Perry, MI

David N.

5.0

David has helped us in a pinch, after a couple injuries during a move. He has helped with packing boxes, loading and unloading a Uhaul, and is still helping my son (age almost 13, on autistic spectrum & with ADD) to set up his space and organize his stuff in a barn. He is kind, dependable, helpful,...

- Lisa M.

Morgan L.

5.0

Morgan is absolutely wonderful with our 14-month old. She is patient, calm, caring and my son adores her!

- Shannon B.

Jenifer R.

5.0

Jenifer was among a few prospective childcare providers. She, by far, exceeded the others in communication. Very prompt in response and open to honest discussion. We did not hire her simply because we were blessed with family being able to help us out unexpectedly. We think she may have been a great...

- Bobbi F.

Jasmine T.

5.0

Jasmine has helped care for our young child for over a year and truly has become part of the family. Our son absolutely adores her and we will miss her when we move from the area. If you are looking for an empathetic and playful provider, look no further.

- Bre B.

Hannah F.

5.0

Hannah has worked for us for almost 4 years. She started when my children were just little they are both going to school now and we are so sad to see her move on. My children love her like family. She has been absolutely wonderful for us. She has been flexible with her schedule. She has...

- Jill M.

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