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Barbara H.

Very Caring Caregiver

Rohnert Park, CA

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
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Warm, Friendly Family Assistant

Rohnert Park, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am fully vaccinated, a young spirited, kind, calm, flexible worker who has lots of life experience with special needs, bilingual/Spanish language students, students who learn differently, with communication delays or barriers. I worked in classrooms assisting teacher for over 10 years. I also love working with babies. I have...

Care Member says "Professional and caring, personable and transparent. Truly partners with other family members in making sure the elderly client is comfortable and the...

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Flexible And Experienced Caregiver With Professional References.

Rohnert Park, CA

5.0(0)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Sandra, and I have experience working with individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. I've worked as a CNA specifically with disabled individuals and have a specialty in Autism care. I understand the importance of meeting clients where they are, providing patience, support, and care that aligns...
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$22/hr
I'm a caregiver for 6yrs now. I worked in an elder facility and cared for 9 clients with Dementia/ Alzheimer. I worked also in a developmental disability facility and cared for 4 clients with speech delays, autism, cognitive disabilities, mobility challenges and with Down syndrome. I'm currently working as a per diem...
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About Me!

Cotati, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
My name is Angelina, but most call me Angel. I'm almost 20, pursing my associates degree at the moment while working part time. I have always adored children since I was, well, a child! I have two years of professional paid experience with children, ages as young as 6 weeks old to as old as 12 years old, I have experience...
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
Hi! I'm Kara and I have been working with kids for about 5 years now. I myself am 21 years old have experience with kids ages 6 months to 11 years old and have worked with quite a few families over these past few years. I am CNA certified have worked with special needs kiddos before. I would love to hear from you! :)
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Have Worked With All Age Groups, And Have Experience With Special Needs And Disabilities. :)

Rohnert Park, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I am currently in college to become a teacher. I have experience with Montessori and Waldorf education. I also teach swim lessons during the summer months.
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Dedicated caregiver with a heart for supporting individuals with disabilities. Committed to providing compassionate, respectful, and empowering care every day.
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Looking for afterschool care? I would be a great babysitter for you and your kids! I am currently working as a behavioral aide in an elementary school setting who will be working summer school hours. Along with my current experience, I have also worked in ABA therapy for two years and have been a special needs caregiver for a...
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Rohnert Park, CA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello! I am a patient, energetic, loving person who is passionate about working with children and helping them grow. Although I only have a year of professional experience, I have been surrounded with children my whole life. I use to volunteer in childcare for PTA meetings and I also worked with children with special needs for...
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Jhara

Santa Rosa, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
I love the field of caregiving very much, Taking care of individuals who can no longer care for themselves is something that is very important to me. I treat my clients like family. I started working in small facility (care home) then I move to a big facility as a caregiver at Brookdale chanate. I become med-tech after they gave...

Willie T. says "Great caregiver ,great communicator and very dependable"

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Novato, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have years of experience caring for babies at 4 months to full-aged adults. I also have varying experience caring for individuals with special needs, including autism and behavioral challenges. I am a positive person and strive for providing a positive environment for the children and families I work for. I am fully...

Care Member says "From the moment Kaitlyn joined our family to care for our little one—part-time between the ages of 6 to 13 months—she became an indispensable part of...

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Santa Rosa, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have a 17-year-old special needs daughter who has a little of everything. She is speech delayed and also suffers from silent seizures with which she is taking medication for. This experience has taught me a lot about caring for special needs. I also do Senior care for the last 8 yrs and I am well versed with the knowledge &...

Lois D. says "Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to our family."

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Full Time Special Needs Provider

Santa Rosa, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 11years of experience and I am looking for long term. I have 6 years experience in group home settings and 5years in home private care giving. I am infant /adult CPR, AED, and First Aid certified. I am a very upbeat, caring, compassionate person Who loves nature and I find it very relaxing and I try to incorporate the...
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Santa Rosa, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Katherine, I am a graduate from Sonoma State University. I entered as a Kinesiology major, two years in I then added a minor in Child Development. I fell in love with the field and eventually switched my major to Early Childhood Development. I plan on getting my Masters in Behavior Analysis in the near...

Kayla B. says "Katherine is our go to caregiver. She is so sweet and great with our 2yr old twin girls. She is very reliable and great at responding quickly. My girls...

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Professional Full/Part Time Nanny, Family Assistant, Caregiver, House Keeper Available Now.

Novato, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a mature woman who love kids. I am fun to be with; I am dependable, honest and flexible. I have worked with families taking care of of kids all ages in Marin County for over 10 years. I also have a few caregiving/elderly care/special needs. I live in San Marin, Novato. I have a clean CDL with reliable transport. I am CPR...

Althea W. says "Mada is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She took care of my 9-month-old son over several weeks. Mada came to my home prepared to bond and...

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Novato, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 18 years in the field, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives. My patient and calm...

Lauren A. says "Rubi has cared for our now 3 year old boy since he was 1 year old. She is a deeply empathetic, nurturing and responsible caregiver who we have been very...

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Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Sonoma, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
transportation
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I worked at Sonoma Developmental Center for 27 years until it closed and then opened 2 care homes with 10 special needs residents. I recently retired but am looking for PT work. My experience is with medically fragile clients with cerebral palsy, seizure, disorders, bowel and bladder disorders, respiratory disorders,...
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San Anselmo, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a San Anselmo native and mom to two fabulous teens. I also previously taught preschool so I am confident with all ages. I am currently in Nursing School and am CPR certified. I am a non smoker and have a clean and reliable car. I also have experience working with special needs. I am looking for weekday...
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Professional Mary Poppins For Hire

Fairfax, CA

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$35/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Dear families, I am a professional career nanny with over 30 years of hands-on experience working with children of all ages, including several sets of multiples. In addition to my nanny experience, I have a wealth of experience as a family assistant. I have extensive experience with children on the Autism spectrum, as well as...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.06/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 Petaluma, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Petaluma, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Janet F.

Professional and caring, personable and transparent. Truly partners with other family members in making sure the elderly client is...

- Care member

Jhara J.

Great caregiver ,great communicator and very dependable

- Willie T.

Kaitlyn C.

From the moment Kaitlyn joined our family to care for our little one—part-time between the ages of 6 to 13 months—she became an...

- Care member

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