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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Smithfield, VA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Smithfield, VA

Sam was a great addition for our family. She was great with our 2 year old daughter. She always brought fun activities with her and

Review for Samantha M. by Care member

This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did!

Review for Elizabeth W. by Jackie R.

Heather assisted in my husbands care for about a year and a half. Her caring nature, sense of humor, ability to problem solve issues was

Review for Heather D. by Julie B.

Special needs caregivers in Smithfield, VA

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Samantha M.


Smithfield, VA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

3.0

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a 26-year-old nanny from Smithfield, VA. I have been babysitting since I was 16, and nannying since I was 18. I have experience with children from ages 4 weeks to 14 years. I have worked with children who have special needs as well as food allergies. I can provide references, pass a background check, am a non smoker, and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sam was a great addition for our family. She was great with our 2 year old daughter. She always brought fun activities with her and dedicated her time to engaging our daughter. Our daughter loves “Miss Sam.” Would definitely recommend! "

Care member

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Cheryl C.


Smithfield, VA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time CNA PCA

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience caring for individuals in the comfort of their own home. I assist with everyday needs such as dressing, bathing, providing medicine, meal prep/cooking, mobility assistance, grocery shopping, accompanying during errands and doctors appointments, providing...
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Janet C.


Smithfield, VA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I took cared of a senior female who was no longer able to drive a car. I took her out to lunch every day and we sat and talked. After lunch we went back to her house and I did some light housework, then we watched Law and Order until it was time to go home. I worked eight years with special need children in the school system,...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, personal care, errands
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Elizabeth W.


Windsor, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time - Full-time Depending On Which Days/hours During The Week/weekend Senior Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Mother of 3 boys. I enjoy helping people big, small, young and young at heart. I have experience with youngsters from my own and in my younger years. My more recent care experience is with more aged individuals for the last 12 years. I've worked with Long term care, Hospice, Dementia/Alzheimer's, Special needs, Skilled/Therapy...
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"This girl is fantastic with the elderly who has dementia, agitation issues and hallucinations!! I wish I had found her long before I did! She is great, calm, loving to her patients, treats them as her own family. She did "Spa days" with my mother in law!! She...

Jackie R.

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Raechel H.


Windsor, VA

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, I am 24 years old and I have been in health care since I was 17. I enjoy helping others and I treat my clients like my family! I am emt certified and have had many years of assisting people with many different types of disabilities. I am available every day and would love to help your family in any way I can!
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Heather D.


Yorktown, VA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Everyone Should Be Treated Like Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nurse for 10+ years and most of my work has been with elderly, pediatric, and special needs families. I myself have a grandfather who is 100 years old, and want nothing but the best for him. I may not be able to help care for him (since he is out of state with my parents) but I can help care for your loved ones. I...
Heather can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, respite care & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
CNA
5.0
"Heather was an absolute gift from the Lord to my family in the final weeks of our Mother's care. We needed her nursing skills, her heart and compassion for those in her care, and her genuine kindness in our home. She was above professional standards that we were...

Ann S.

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Kayla B.


Williamsburg, VA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Three A's: Attentive, Active, And Accepting!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have over 5 years of experience (volunteer and paid) looking after children and adults with varying disabilities. I also know basic sign language (such as sit, eat, wait, thank you, etc.). I have experience with in-home care and in community settings with individuals and groups! I know how important experience and trust...
5.0
"Kayla is wonderful with the Special Needs population. She is kind and caring, but additionally she is dependable, creative, energetic, honest, and takes initiative. Kayla follows instructions, asks good questions, and is a good communicator. I trust her completely...

Jean R.

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Anna H.


Newport News, VA

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Kind And Patient Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a passionate nanny with 12 years of experience providing loving, personalized care for children of all ages, specializing in infants and toddlers. I am skilled in supporting developmental milestones, including working with children who have medical or special needs. I bring creativity and warmth to childcare, incorporating...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Anna is a sweet, kind, patient, and very capable nanny. She worked as a nanny for us for around 10 months, taking care of our 1 year old and then newborn son. We still ask Anna to sit for us on occasion when she is available. We trust her completely and would have...

Mary P.

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Lakeshia P.


Portsmouth, VA

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

I JUST MOVED TO Virginia!! Have you ever thought to yourself "I wish I had a reliable babysitter who doesn't charge a arm and leg." No worries, I'm here to assist! My #1 passion is helping others and #2 is being around kids. Combine those two and you have an extremely hard working- fun filled individual. My services are done...
5.0
"Lakeshia is always prompt. She followed our child's routine and made her feel comfortable."

Kimberly B.

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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Personal care
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"I can’t say enough good things about Wendy. It was my first time using her as a caretaker for my brother-in-law. She was extremely kind and caring. I went away for the entire day, and didn’t have a care in the world about whether or not he was being taken care of....

Care member

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Anita S.


Newport News, VA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several years in assistance with Special needs patients. I'm Caring, Compassionate, and willing to learn your way of attending your loved one. My extensive background includes, working in healthcare, and pharmacy. I assist with daily ADL's Bathing, Dressing, Feeding. I also, do light meals, Dr. visits, errands, etc.
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Xena J.


Newport News, VA

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Weekend Childcare Provider.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi I am Xena. Interest include child development, planning, educating, and welfare. 5+ years in the professional childcare industry providing care for ages 2 months-12 years as well as experience in the k-12 public school system. CPR, First Aid, and MAT certified. Experience working with children with special needs and...
Xena can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Xena was a last minute sitter. She was very professional on the phone during the interview and asked all the right questions for me to feel reassured. She arrived promptly and replied quickly to our text inquiries throughout the evening. When there was a snag with...

Care member

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Bailey S.


Chesapeake, VA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Stay At Home Mom

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Bailey. I love children and I have a lot of experience with caring for them. I have a 9-year-old daughter myself. I have a baby and toddler-safe home that I am more than willing to share. I have previous experience with special needs children as well. I plan on taking little trips to the zoo, the beach, our pool,...
Bailey can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Bailey has been watching our kids on the weekends for about 6 months now and she's done a fantastic job. We have a lot of pets and the little ones can be a handful, but she's never complained and she's always been reliable when we need her!"

Dave E.

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Emma M.


Poquoson, VA

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

14 years of nannying experience . I have been caring for children since I was able to play with toddlers as a mother's helper as a young kid. As I grew, my responsibilities grew and soon I begin babysitting for family friends and eventually for other families. As an 8th grader, I trained with my guidance counselor to be a tutor...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Wendy O.


Chesapeake, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I will provide care for your seniors, children, or fur babies when you're unable to. I have been a nurse for over 20 years and specialize in pediatrics and senior care. I worked in a pediatric clinic for over 10 years and I have worked in Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care for seniors for over 5 years. I have been in home health...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Wendy to care for my daughter for a couple weeks. My daughter has never been cared for by anyone outside the family and she is very shy. Wendy was patient, caring and gave her the space she needed to warm up to her. The next time I am in need of child...

Rebecca L.

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Pamela B.


Newport News, VA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Granny that Loves Children

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a nanny. I am a mom of 2 adult children who have their own lives, and I also have a grandson with special needs. He is our miracle baby. So I have some experience with him. I have always loved children, and my sister calls me a baby whisper. She says I have a way with them. I will love your child the same way I love my own.
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
5.0
"Pam has been a wonderful support to me and my family. She has a natural way with babies and instantly connected with my 1-year-old. We appreciate how willing she was to jump in and learn our complicated cloth diapering system and help out with household tasks like...

Laura C.

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Sarah S.


Newport News, VA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time, Part Time, Short Notice, And Date Night

Hired by 43 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am 26 years old and have worked with kids for over 10 years. My love for children started when I was very young. I had the privilege of helping raise my three siblings which taught me a lot and started my journey to becoming the Nanny that I am today. Outside of my siblings I am a mom to two kiddos. I also have worked...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amazing with our two kids! Highly recommend!"

Care member

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Resse V.


Newport News, VA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Heavenly Angel

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 20+ years of experience in home health care, hospice, special needs and CPR/first Aide certified. I have been blessed enough to work with all types of ailments and to name a few, dementia, Alzheimer and ALS. I am very passionate about the care I give to my clients, always willing to go the extra mile. I worked in...
Resse can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"In January 2020, my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. At the time, I lived and worked as a full-time professional in VA, and she lived several states away. After attempting to develop and manage a long-distance care plan for my mother, I decided to move her...

John S.

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Kailey W.


Hampton, VA

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kailey. I'm currently enrolled in college for psychology and child development at Virginia Peninsula Community College. I have a great deal of child care experience, having volunteered alongside various elementary teachers at local elementary schools, having babysat for many years, and having worked with...
Kailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Laura G.


Chesapeake, VA

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! DUE TO ACCEPTING A NEW JOB, I DO NOT CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILITY. I am an extremely caring, creative, and bubbly caretaker. I have my master's degree and certification in elementary education prek-6. I am CPR certified and have worked in a daycare facility in an infant room and school-age room. I have also been a respite...
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Laura has been a blessing to us the last month. She immediately demonstrated that our daughter was/is her first priority. We are so sad to see her step away from being our full time nanny in hopes to pursue her career. She gave us hope for the world of care-at-home...

Hallie A.

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