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60 special needs caregivers are listed in South Bend, IN

The average rate is $18/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in South Bend, IN

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Nanny and post partum doula. Infants, preemie , toddlers, school age, multiples, overnights , special needs, Cerebral palsy, developmental delays, feeding tubes, total care, Alzheimer's, CNA and HHA licenses. CPR certification, vaccinated.

Recent review:

5.0
Sue is a very capable and warm caretaker. She started babysitting for my daughter when she was around 5 months old and as a new mom, I was grateful for her presence and her expertise. She helped guide me in...

Reviewed by Areeba S.

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Angela C.


South Bend, IN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I had custody of a child from birth to 12 yrs of age with ADHD, development delays, and separation disorder. He is now 15 yrs. old and doing well. I have also worked with other mentally challenged teens and young adults as well as seniors.

Recent review:

5.0
Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially...

Reviewed by Sara B.

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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available Beginning End Of April, 2018

5.0

(3)

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My life has been around children. I was the neighborhood sitter in my youth. I have been a nanny in South Bend and Chicago. I have experience as a postpartum doula working with multiples. I also have experience with special needs children, having worked at a Rosie Place(respite care for medically fragile children in South...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue.

Reviewed by Care member

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Destiny M.


South Bend, IN

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

SLPA/ Nanny, Special needs caregiver

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Hello, I'm Destiny! I am a recent SLP graduate student from Indiana University South Bend. I will be going to school in the spring to become a CCC-SLP. During this time, I wanted a job that I could have simultaneously while earning my masters degree. I have been a member of Care since 2018, and had great reviews (but was logged...
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Kayla B.


South Bend, IN

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

God Makes Amazing Miracles!!!!

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Hello! I'm Kayla! I have over 10+ years of caring for individuals with special needs and/or disabilities. I like to establish a positive relationship with child and parents, as well as follow the care plan as directed by parents if one is set in place. I Ensure health and social well-being of child with special needs, provide...
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Lucy C.


South Bend, IN

$40-50/hr

A Journey Of A Thousand Steps Starts With One Move Forward

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I am a Christian & a very hardworking individual who likes & enjoys making a difference in other people's lives. I like to assist in all of their needs to live a comfortable life. I am looking for a babysitting job, nanny, childcare, housekeeping, senior care, personal assistant & tutoring. I am open to living-in opportunities....
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Sophia W.


South Bend, IN

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

Experience Working With Autistic And ADHD Children

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I have full-time nannied an autistic child, have experience working with children who are special needs, and am myself diagnosed with ADHD. I find I can connect and work well with children who are neurodivergent.
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Jacob R.


South Bend, IN

$12-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Jacob, I'm 21 Years Old. I Served 4 Years In The United States Army.

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I like caring for people with special needs needs because it gives me purpose, I served 4 years in the United States Army as a Infantryman, and now that I'm out I'm looking for something that involves helping people. I care a lot for the people around me and the people in my country and I want to make a difference in other ways.
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Valerie J.


South Bend, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 20 years of experience in the home health field. I've worked with the elderly, developmentally disabled and at risk youth. I pass medications, cook, clean, and assist with showers and grooming. I'm CPR and first aide certified, have taken classes in pharmacology and med core classes. I also have a chauffeurs license and...

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I am a graduate student at Rush pursing my degree in Occupational Therapy. I recently graduated from Notre Dame with a degree in Neuroscience and Behavior where I assisted children with disabilities and learned how to better their daily living. I can provide references and would love to get to know your family!
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Alyssa R.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

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I have 5 years of experience in a long term care facility where I took care of many individuals with various medical conditions. I recently began home care providing tracheotomy care, g-tube care, and blood sugar checks along with giving insulin. I am confident in learning about new conditions as I continue my education in the...
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Susanna K.


South Bend, IN

$12-17/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver Of Abilities

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I've worked at camp Millhouse the past three summers. I have sisters with Down syndrome and I've worked in a special education class room my senior year and planning to go to school for special education!
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Eliza H.


South Bend, IN

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Empathetic And Patient Caregiver

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I have multiple siblings who have disabilities, as well as other personal and professional experience working with people who have disabilities. I am a firm believer that people who have disabilities deserve the same freedom and respect as everyone else. While my professional experience is short (worked at Camp Millhouse for a...
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Alison F.


South Bend, IN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been babysitting for 10 years now. I've babysat for children ages 0-12 years old. I've worked with a special needs child too. I have made meals, taken kids to school, observed nap times, play, and instructional activities. I've taken a babysitting training courses. Ive previously worked in a kindergarten classroom. For...
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Caitlyn H.


South Bend, IN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night/Weekend Sitter

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Hi! I have had 10 years of experience babysitting children. I also have 2 years of experience with assistant teaching and one and a half years with an after school daycare. My main job is being an EA for a local school corporation. I have worked with children with special needs now for 8 years. I did go to college to pursue a...
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Skyler K.


South Bend, IN

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Skyler K. I'm 23 years old! I am a student at IUSB, studying special needs education in early childhood, hoping to get my masters in ABA therapy as well. I was a nanny for a family for about 3. 5 years from as young as 3-4 years old until they both were old enough for school and/or school activities. Took the...
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Mina S.


South Bend, IN

$16/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With Lots Of Experience

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I have 6 years of experience working with children but that doesn't include my experience with my own siblings as I'm the oldest child from a large family with a single parent. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping as well as many other things! I am dog and cat friendly! Past experience with kids includes but is not...
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Domonique D.


South Bend, IN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver (Possibly Full-Time)

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I was a nanny for a wonderful little girl for 8 months (the school year). It was by far the best "job" I have ever had. I use the word job lightly because I had so much fun it hardly seemed like work. I started watching her at 4 months old so I do have experience with infants. Sophia was born special needs so I am familiar with...
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Susan K.


South Bend, IN

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a CNA and home health aide. I have worked in 2 facilities in Elkhart on the Alzheimer's unit and long term care unit. I have worked in the home as well. I currently am helping a lovely gentleman a few mornings a week get up for the day and eat breakfast, take his meds and blood sugars. I also helped his family go through...
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Elizabeth W.


South Bend, IN

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have over 26 years assisting special needs individuals. I have experience from working in group homes, home care, and day programs.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Bend, IN

Susan K.

5.0

Sue is a very capable and warm caretaker. She started babysitting for my daughter when she was around 5 months old and as a new mom, I was grateful for her presence and her expertise. She helped guide me in taking the appropriate steps for my daughter's development. She also fostered creativity by...

- Areeba S.

Angela C.

5.0

Angela is the absolute best!! She took care of our newborn at night from very early on all the way until 10 months old and continues to babysit for us as well. I would recommend her to everyone, especially those with newborns! My husband and I were able to get much needed rest knowing our baby was...

- Sara B.

Susan K.

5.0

Sue was not only caring and well-versed in child learning & development, but she was super fun!! She made my husband and I feel comfortable from day 1, and my daughter loved her time with Sue.

- Care member

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Ratings for South Bend, IN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in South Bend, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.