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Carolyn was early for our appointment and was kind, respectful, trustworthy and went the extra mile to ensure I was doing alright after my…

Review for Carolyn R. by Victoria P.

Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some…

Review for Loretta M. by Lynn S.

Kayla was with us for 18 months assisting our young adult daughter with ADL's & IADL's. There are so many adjectives to describe her: warm,…

Review for Kayla R. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Providence Forge, VA

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Kathryn M.


Providence Forge, VA

$14-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

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I have worked with infants for nine years and just moved to Hawaii. We live on Hickam AFB.
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Carolyn R.


New Kent, VA

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior care

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 30 years experience as a teacher of special needs children. I also have taken care of my mother in law with dementia, my father with cancer and a neighbor with ALS. I love animals, outdoors, gardening, reading and puzzles! I value the wisdom and knowledge of those older than I and enjoy spending time with older...
Carolyn can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Carolyn was early for our appointment and was kind, respectful, trustworthy and went the extra mile to ensure I was doing alright after my procedure. Highly recommend!"

Victoria P.

I am trustworthy, fun, caring and very aware of peoples needs. After working with special needs populations for nearly 30 years, I know how easily plans can change and I easily adapt!
Carolyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Emmaline D.


New Kent, VA

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

Hello families! I am looking for a part or full time nanny position. I love kids, and I have 8 years of professional experience with children. I have also been babysitting since I was 12. I am certified with Red Cross first aid, CPR, and babysitter certificates. I have worked with children who have special needs to include ASD,...
Emmaline can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Hattie B.


Charles City, VA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am married and have raised a son and a daughter. My son being born with cleft lip- cleft palate, therefore I have experience with a child that has had special needs and need certain care. My work experience in the past have been with 2 families caring for their kids. I have assisted with preparing meals, taking the kids to and...
Hattie can also help with: Craft assistance
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Amber K.


Quinton, VA

$18-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Let's Get Outside And Have Fun!

I'd describe my personality as happy, charismatic, and positive. I like working with kids because they are happy and like to have fun. I'm looking for a job that I enjoy doing. I started working with kids when I was 12 In my spare time, I like to mountain bike, hike, and go camping. I also refurbish things to sell. One...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Loretta M.


Chester, VA

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Personal Assistant/Lifestyle Manager

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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."

Lynn S.

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Kayla R.


Chester, VA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Loving & Patient Caregiver

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!
5.0
"Kayla was with us for 18 months assisting our young adult daughter with ADL's & IADL's. There are so many adjectives to describe her: warm, loving, consistent, punctual, and dedicated come to mind. Her nursing knowledge enable her to attend some doctor's...

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Maryann A.


Williamsburg, VA

$25-31/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced senior/elderly and special need care provider CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant). I I work very well with patients that has special needs. interact with the elderly and infirm very well. I enjoy caring for them, talking with them and participating in their activities. Actually, I am very strong in Senior...
Maryann can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"I highly recommend Maryann to help you with your frail senior family member. She is caring and attentive. She also goes the extra mile, willing and able to lend a hand with housekeeping and organizing."

Denise A.

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Ashley W.


Chester, VA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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."

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Caitlin C.


Richmond, VA

$42/hr • 3 yrs exp

Energetic And Caring Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a combined one year experience of working with children with special needs. I also presently work in an elementary school as an instructional assistant for a Special Education teacher. I am in graduate school now for MEd Counseling with a concentration in School Counseling so I am passionate about making sure kids are...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ms. Caitlin was our summer nanny for Summer 2022. She was great with our 3 boys, they loved her. Caitlin played with the kids, encouraged outside play, took them to a local farm to pick cherries and managed camp schedules. The kids enjoyed having her and we were...

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Maryann A.


Williamsburg, VA

$20-30/hr

Full Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with patients with Autism, bi-polar and other special needs. I tend to work well with these types of patients I have family that also have special needs. I would welcome the opportunity to work with these patients again.
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Sandra A.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Super Experienced Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"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 dependable"

Becky W.

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Ashley W.


Chester, VA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Child/Infant/Adult/Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sophia S.


Henrico, VA

$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Sophie! I have 3 years of paid child care experience. Ive worked at a preschool for 2 of those years. I have experience with infants - 4th grade. I've also worked with children that have special needs.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Emma H.


Mechanicsville, VA

$13-17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have had experience working in a daycare and I have also observed school classrooms (with and without special needs).
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Charles W.


Williamsburg, VA

$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

High school graduate with an Advanced Diploma. Great sense of humor, dependable, friendly and hard-working.
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Nataha R.


Henrico, VA

$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Natasha. I work as a personal support worker for a private home care agency with 15 years of experience in senior and special needs care. Previously, I worked on a memory care unit and have extensive knowledge of dementia. Caring for my grandparents when I was younger inspired me to help others. I am open to...
Nataha can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hi, I'm Kyla! I have four years of experience in childcare, including three years in a special needs room at a public school and one year in a2-year-old classroom at a daycare. I am CPR certified and enjoy creating engaging, fun, and educational activities for children. I am dedicated to providing a nurturing and safe...
Kyla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Johanna P.


Williamsburg, VA

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm looking to use the time my daughter is in school to help other families. As a former Army medic, I am familiar with basic life saving functions although my certifications have lapsed. I enjoy housework and organizing as well as taking care of children. I'm ok with part time and full time hours. I love all pets and have...
Johanna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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