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Lauren G.

Part Time Care-giver With Experience In Special Needs Care Available

Suffolk, VA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there! I'm the oldest of 3 siblings and 16 cousins. I took a babysitting course at 14 and have been caring for kids ever since. When I moved to SC, I became a Teaching Assistant at a school for children with severe and multiple disabilities. This position included feeding, changing, transferring and positioning as well as...
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Part Time Caregiver Available - Experience With All Ages And Special Needs

Suffolk, VA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! As the oldest of 3 siblings and 16 cousins, I have been caring for children all my life. I have been babysitting since age 14 and am certified in CPR. I have experience caregiving for both children with and without disabilities. I love learning, being silly, staying active and exploring all the indoor and outdoor...

Channing R. says "Lauren is a kind, wonderful caregiver. Her special-needs training equips her to handle the most challenging situations with patience, grace, and a great...

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Fun And Experienced Sitter

Suffolk, VA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Caitlin. I love kids and I've been babysitting since I was 12. I have experience with children of all ages, including children with developmental, medical, and other special needs. I have 2 years of experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), working with children in the autism community who...

Rinda T. says "Caitlin was wonderful. She showed up on time each time. She was dress appropriate and very interactive with my daughter. It was such a blessing to find...

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Special Needs/Caregiver

Suffolk, VA

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$19/hr
4 years experience
I have caregiving over 5 yrs working with intellectual adults and elder care. I am very passionate helping people and love what I do!
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Loving And Caring.

Suffolk, VA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I'm well rounded in caring for everyone from newborns, to twins, and special needs to the elderly. I've made caregiver my career choice and it's been extremely satisfying. I would love to find another beautiful family to work with in the near future. Please feel free to contact me if you're interested in talking/meeting and...
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Suffolk, VA

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$11/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I am a very active/athletic, outdoorsy, artsy, creative, and energetic person! I have 5 years experience of childcare for those with intellectual disabilities and with those placed within the autism spectrum. This has allowed me to think more strategically to keep children on their toes instead of them keeping me on mine! I...
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Experienced Direct Support Specialist

Suffolk, VA

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$13/hr
10 years experience
A sympathetic and devoted Human Service Specialist with over 10 years of experience in giving clinical/non-clinical care to disabled, autistic, and patients with ID/MHID, seeking a challenging position that utilize my experience and compassion to help others. I serve individuals who have special needs with a strong commitment,...
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Passionate Direct Support Professional For Children With Intellectual,physical Disabilities

Suffolk, VA

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$15/hr
I worked for a very nice facility name St. Mary's Home for Disabled Children for many years and the reason of leaving was to took good care of my late husband. I was a Team Leader and preceptor and had an experienced with adults with dementia and Alzheimer in a home health environment. I can give good references I love what I am...
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Part Time Care-giver

Suffolk, VA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am a blessed mom of 3. I was a teacher then married a navy man and traveled the world for a few years. We became foster/adoptive parents until my hands were full. I home schooled my kids for 5 years. Now that my kids are more independent, I'm looking to get back serving my community. I have a tender heart towards elderly,...
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Mental Health Professional And Personal Care Aide

Suffolk, VA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Iam a higher school graduate and a college graduate of Certification of Nursing Assistant. I have 17 years of experience with CNA and working with Mental Health and intellectual disabilities. I have had plenty of trainings and I'm currently up to date on my CPR, first aid, food handlers certification. I'm currently working at...
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Suffolk, VA

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$13/hr
7 years experience
I love working to help others. I have been doing this for 7 years and I find it to be the most rewarding job. I look forward to making a difference in others lives.
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Patient, Compassionate RBT Ready To Help!!

Suffolk, VA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Caitlin, and I'm 22 years old. I have always loved children and have over 11 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages. I currently work as an RBT, and I truly have a heart for these kids, they are my favorite :) My current role as an RBT is to implement behavioral therapy, and I have seen so...
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Here To Help!

Suffolk, VA

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I am a single mom, I have three children of my own. I have some experience as a lead day care teacher and experience with children who have special needs. My top priority is safety and comfort for everyone involved! I am passionate about caring for others. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Suffolk, VA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Caitlin. Though I'm in my early 20s, I consider myself an old soul and love spending time with seniors. I value the wisdom they share and strive to be both a caring companion and advocate. I studied nursing for two semesters, gaining clinical experience, medical knowledge, and comfort with feeding tubes,...
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Part-time - Full-time Depending On Which Days/hours During The Week/weekend Senior Caregiver

Windsor, VA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
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...

Jackie R. says "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,...

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Part-Time Babysitter Available

Chesapeake, VA

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...

Hallie A. says "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...

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Chesapeake, VA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been babysitting for almost 7 years. I mostly babysit children from the church that I attend. I also teach Sunday School to Children between the ages of 2-5. I have 4 years experience working with children who are special needs. I am currently a small group leader for middle school girls and spend time helping them grow...

Jamie S. says "I love Abby! She has been with my little family for well over four years. She was recommended by a neighbor when she was still in high school and has been...

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Chesapeake, VA

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
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...

Care Member says "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...

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Chesapeake, VA

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...

Rebecca L. says "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...

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Smithfield, VA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.64/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Suffolk, VA

Special Needs Caregivers in Suffolk, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Lauren G.

Lauren is a kind, wonderful caregiver. Her special-needs training equips her to handle the most challenging situations with patience, grace,...

- Channing R.

Caitlin C.

Caitlin was wonderful. She showed up on time each time. She was dress appropriate and very interactive with my daughter. It was such a...

- Rinda T.

Elizabeth W.

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

- Jackie R.

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