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While raising my three children, I kept a child with Down syndrome and also a girl with Cerebral Palsy. I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of their development and enjoying the success of them today. My experience with my grandson having cochlear implants, involved in his progress and development has been very rewarding to me.
Sharon T.
Petersburg, VA
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Sharon T.
I have previously worked with an ER doctor and her family . At the time her daughter had been born prematurely at 1. 1lbs. and at 18mos. old needed a special feeding regimen. I also learned a little bit of sign language and raised 2 of my children alongside hers. I have a son in his 20's with...
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I've worked with hundreds of children of all ages as a long-term substitute teacher, a camp counselor/babysitter during summers in college, and most recently as the Lead Teacher for a classroom of 162-year-olds (August 2023 to present). I am now seeking full-time employment as a nanny. I am also interested in tutoring positions...
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I have 20 years of experience supporting a variety of people with their activities of daily living. This includes nutrition and feeding as well as (modified diets and swallowing disorders). I am CPR/FA/AED certified and trained in medical management. I have extensive knowledge of medical assistive devices. I am experienced in...
5.0
"Ashley is very caring and will do anything for the person she works for she has a heart of gold. Ashley will go beyond any expectation. I would hire her again in a minute no questions asked."
Reviewed by Care member
Nandranie M.
Chester, VA
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi there! I'm an aspiring social worker and working with kids has always been a goal of mine. The experience I currently have and will continue to gain will help me immensely in interacting with children of different backgrounds and homes. Each child has a story and a unique way to be approached. As a previous daycare employee,...
5.0
"Nadina works as the primary caregiver for our two special needs boys. She consistently goes above and beyond in all areas of responsibility. She has learned and implemented specific techniques to utilize with...
Reviewed by Nicholas C.
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I'm passionate about helping families with balancing their lives. I'm CPR, AED, and first aid certified. I have experience working with seniors, and youth. I have experience supporting people with Parkinson's, autism, and mental and cognitive delays.
5.0
"Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough.
She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the client maintain it."
Reviewed by Lynn S.
Nandranie M.
Chester, VA
$23-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi there! I'm a postpartum doula and nanny and being able to be apart of the family's and children's growth, development and life has been one of my greatest accomplishments. My goal is to have parents I work with feel comfortable enough to be away from their little ones, whether it's for work, errands or just a night out and...
5.0
"Nadina has been an amazing caregiver for our two boys. They both have very unique special needs and she has been dedicated, determined and filled with love for the boys. She is dependable, nurturing and has a...
Reviewed by Kelly C.
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I ran an in-home daycare for 5 years as well as volunteered at the local elementary school assisting teachers for 12 years and raised two children of my own. available for child care
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I'm currently a professional in the tech industry. In the past, I have worked both as a nanny (live-in and live-out) and as an in-home companion to children with special needs. I have also worked for Teo major public school systems in Northern Virginia.
With my first little bundle of joy on the way, I'm in search of a slight...
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I have years of experience caring for people with all kinds of disabilities. I was a personal aide from 2017 until 2020 when I finished Lpn school. From there I continued to work in psych, geriatrics, and hospice care. I love forming bonds with all my patients and becoming their friend!
Alyson L.
Chester, VA
$15-20/hr
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Newly graduated Physician Assistant looking for part time baby sitting while awaiting position in the ER. Grew up around many special needs foster children and have experience babysitting infants-toddler aged children. I am ACLS and BLS certified and would love to hang out with your kiddos. :)
Savannah H.
Colonial Heights, VA
$12-17/hr
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I volunteered working with elderly with special needs/ disabilities for three years. I enjoy making conversation and assisting with day to day task! I am comfortable with all aspects of care. I am CPR certified, but have no medical degree.
Jessalyn W.
Chester, VA
$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as caring, loving, supportive and trustworthy.
I like working with kids because no day is the same! Children are super fun to work with and I admire seeing their growth developmentally. I enjoy supporting children and their families!
I'm looking for a job that supports me so I can support them at...
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With a deep love for children, I am a Sunday school teacher and a County Schools Employee. In the past, I have worked both as a nanny and as an in-home companion to children with special needs. I am seeking a family in need of my assistance during the week of PWCPS's Spring Break (April 14th -18th).
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I am an LPN . interested in helped ng out with respite hours also
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I have 10+ years of senior care experience as an nursing assistant. Also I am an special education instructional assistant in the public school system. I've been working with children with disabilities for the past four years. I would describe myself as a respectful, flexible, reliable, caring of other's feelings, patient,...
Lashaunda F.
Colonial Heights, VA
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have worked as an aide to help assist those those with all types of disabilities. Duties include cooking, feeding, bathing and dressing also trained to administer meds.
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Tisha G.
Colonial Heights, VA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello, My name is Tisha, I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with development delays and autism. I have my RBT Aba certification. Take my job very seriously. Love helping people. I will treat your family member as if they were my own.
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Katelyn F.
Fort Gregg Adams, VA
$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have experience working in my church nursery with 0-3-year-olds. I have worked at a camp for special needs children 6-12 years old for 4 summers. I also am a part of a mentorship program with middle school girls, so I am pretty comfortable with all ages! I just graduated with my BSW and am currently going to school to get my...
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Hello! I have raised one beautiful daughter and helped raise my three beautiful godchildren , who are now grown. I worked in the corporate world for many years until 2 years ago when I took my first job as a nanny of 3 beautiful girls. It was an amazing. 2-1/2 year experience... and I still see the girls occasionally. I have...
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"Sandy is kind genuine and dependable she is committed to her work to people and you can always count on her she cares deeply for people and is dedicated to whatever she takes on. She is trustworthy reliable and...
Reviewed by Becky W.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Petersburg, VA
Ashley W.
5.0
Ashley is very caring and will do anything for the person she works for she has a heart of gold. Ashley will go beyond any expectation. I would hire her again in a minute no questions asked.
- Care member
Nandranie M.
5.0
Nadina works as the primary caregiver for our two special needs boys. She consistently goes above and beyond in all areas of responsibility. She has learned and implemented specific techniques to utilize with our boys to help redirect, de-escalate, and teach them appropriate daily living skills in...
- Nicholas C.
Loretta M.
5.0
Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough.
She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the client maintain it.
- Lynn S.
Nandranie M.
5.0
We interviewed Nadina, and she was friendly and willing to answer all of our questions. We chose another applicant, but we believe she will be a great caregiver to another family out there!
- Alexia P.
Sandra A.
5.0
Sandy is extremely compassionate toward children and the elderly. She truly desires what is best for them individually. We have literally been friends since were we babies. So I can tell you she is honest & trustworthy. She also has a wonderful sense of humor. You will know what she thinks because...
- Sherry M.
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