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Linda W.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I am an LVN, licensed in California, and have 20+ years caring for people of all ages, including special needs (trach, vent, G-tube, seizures, ADHD, and ASD, ALS, epilepsy, Downs.) I am bright, creative, and fun, and love to share my feelings of wonder and joy at the world. My available days and hours are variable, as noted in...
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Carol E.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Carol! I'm a responsible and reliable senior college student. Supporting families by providing reliable, high-quality care is my primary passion. As a psychology student, I'm especially interested in working with children and creating a supportive, safe, comfortable environment. With one year of experience and a comfort...
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Senior Care

Riverside, CA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Went to school to be a CNA - done but did not take the state exam yet because I worked temporary while the caregiver is on vacation, first I took care of Alzheimer client and the other one is Parkinson and sleep apnea client. When I did the class for CNA we did the clinicals in a nursing home for a month and my father in law has...
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Emmalyn M.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emmalyn, and I'm a college student who loves working with kids. I have experience through multiple babysitting jobs, volunteering in my church's children's ministry, and working with children with special needs. These experiences have helped me become patient, dependable, and adaptable while caring for children of...
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Elizabeth L.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a mom of a 1-year-old daughter, I know how hard and stressful finding someone trustworthy to watch your children can be. I have experience with her, as well as 2 years of experience with special needs children ranging from ages 4-16. Their families often had siblings who were infants or older. I am more than comfortable...
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Wendy G.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
Holaaa Quick about me, I went to school and earned my Early childhood education credits. I was able to get a job as an after school teacher and work for Riverside school district, Worked mainly with children 5-8 years old. After three years, I had a change of career and went into healthcare. I worked as home caregiver for...
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Mindful Melina

Riverside, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hey there! My name is Melina (but kiddos like to call me Mina, pronounced Mee-nah) and I have over 7 years of childcare experience. Ranging from the littlest of littles to your teens who want to drive themselves home, I've been lucky enough to work with a wide range of children. I specialize in understanding your child, his or...
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Marirose E.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I'm Marirose, and caring for children has been my passion for over 9 years. I've cared for newborns through teenagers, including twins and children with medical, developmental, and special needs. Families describe me as calm, patient, dependable, and nurturing. I love creating a safe, fun, and encouraging environment where...
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Future LVN | Experienced Childcare Provider

Riverside, CA

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$28/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Chynna, and I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teens. I've worked as a child care paraprofessional, behavioral interventionist, and CNA, giving me experience supporting children with diverse needs, including those with special needs and developmental disabilities....
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Riverside, CA

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$35/hr
3 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with kids stems from my desire to make a positive impact on their lives and to support families. I believe in fostering a creative and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. I'm...
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Cecilia N.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Im a very passionate and patient person. Respectful and polite to children with different ages, because I have worked with all ages special needs children. I love to take initiative be responsible and take my job serious. At the present I work for RUSD Middle School age. Part time I need to work a few more hours. I love my job...
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Caregiver For Senior Care

Riverside, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
I experienced taking care Alzhiemer, , dementia, short term memory loss elderly, assisting feeding, shower, making meals, laundry, light cleaning, medication reminder/assistant and more!! I used to take care elderly also with dementia but she passed away from stage 4 pancreatic cancer and I used to take care of her for over 3...
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Saira Yazmin M.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am a caring, patient, and responsible caregiver with 1-3 years of experience. I have experience caring for individuals with autism and special needs, as well as older adults. I can assist with bathing, personal hygiene, diaper changes, companionship, supervision, mobility, meal preparation, feeding assistance, light...
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Cecilia N.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
mobility assistance
personal care
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 20+years experience working with elderly, also special needs all ages various physical needs providing in home care and support. Cooking, bathing, light cleaning, companionship, helping with homework, playing walking ect. CPR FIRST AID CERTIFIED FINGERPRINT SCAN IHSS REGISTERED CURRENTLY WORKING FOR RUSD 18 YEARS I like...
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Aurora G.'s Photo

Riverside, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
mobility assistance
transportation
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
From a young age, I developed deep compassion and respect for the elderly, as my mother was an RN in a senior care home. By 17, I began providing private caregiving. Since then, I've found it truly rewarding to offer comfort, support, and companionship while making a positive difference in seniors' lives. I am compassionate,...
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Jesslyn Gabrielle M.'s Photo
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$23/hr
Hi, I help out kids with special needs. I used to volunteer at speech pathologist centers, work with kids on the spectrum and those with adhd. I try to adhere to a routine and keep patient and attentive. I love meeting new people and helping kids enjoy playtime!
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Part-time Sitter/care Giver

Riverside, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
I currently work as a Registered Behavioral Therapist, looking for more opportunities working with families needing extra help from someone with experience in all age groups. I come from a family of 9 children. I'm the 3rd oldest. I helped raise my younger siblings and adore my nieces and nephews. PLENTY of experience with...
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Linda L.'s Photo

Moreno Valley, CA

4.5(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I provide in-home respite relief to families with loved ones with disabilities, giving specific care needs that are unique to each individual. I have worked with kids and adults with cerebral palsy, Epilepsy, Autism, down syndrome, and intellectual disabilities; 8 years experience with G tube feeding with kids and adults. Meal...
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20 Years Experience

Fontana, CA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Certified Restorative Nurses assistant Rehabilitation and physical therapy, hospice, long and short term home care. Post-op care. Meal planning and special needs diet. Certified post stroke care. Experience with Life threatening diseases, Neurological, Functional and Degenerative Disorders.
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Linda L.'s Photo

9 Years Experience Being An In Home Caregiver/baby Sitter For Babies And Kids To 10 Years.

Moreno Valley, CA

4.5(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have 10 years experience as a Caregiver, Respite worker, and Child Care Services, working with Children from 3 months to adults, giving specific care needs that are unique to each individual. I worked with special needs children such as, Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, Down Syndrome, Autism, and Intercultural disabilities. I have 3...

Erica A. says "Linda has been with my girls for over a year now and has provided amazing care."

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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