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Joan N.

Caregiver/sitter

Canyon Country, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have over 16 years of caregivers experience, I am currently working with special needs children/ Adult for united cerebral palsy of Los Angeles my duties are transferring from wheel chair to bed, or chair, hoyer lift, pivot transfers, bathing, grooming, feeding, dressing,, toileting, meals preparation, laundry, housekeeping,...

Janice K. says "From the first day Joan started caring for my mother, she continues to demonstrate that she is trustworthy, reliable and genuinely warm. She communicates...

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Special Needs Care Giver

North Hollywood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as child care provider for over 20 years. I have seven children and seven grandchildren, two of whom I raised until they were 10 years old. I have worked with children ages newborn through 15. I have worked with both young and older patients that suffer from Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis. I...

Christina S. says "Maria is 100% supportive and knowledgeable about caring for her patients. She welcomed my family into her heart with open arms and made my mom feel so...

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Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
With over 18 years of experience in caregiving, I have cultivated a deep commitment to supporting the well-being of my clients. This role enables me to provide compassionate care tailored to their unique emotional and physical needs. My expertise includes personal assistance with grooming, bathing (including bed baths), feeding,...

Bryan P. says "Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is...

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Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School and went to Pasadena City College where I did my General Education and Child Development and then became employed by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. Where I have worked as a Pre-School Teacher and Camp Counselor for 27 years and 10 years as a personal...

Siddhartha D. says "Ms. Alma is truly a part of our family. She is trustworthy, caring and active with our two kids. She played with them, did arts and crafts, read to...

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Energetic And Caring Board Certified Autism Technician

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience
My name is Andrew I am currently a Nursing student. Before pursuing my nursing career I worked as a behavioral technician. I specialize in care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions. I can also aide young children with tutoring or organization needs. I have been working in this field for over 3 years...

MIREYA M. says "Always on time , easy to communicate with about the wants and needs of my child . Dependable and trustworthy, amazing team player . Andrew will be an...

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Sun Valley, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
Hello my name is Jennifer I am 29years old I have 9 years of experience as a professional caregiver, primarily focused on elderly care, dementia support, special needs, etc. Over the years, I've provided compassionate, hands-on support with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, medication reminders, meal...
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Patient, Caring, And Fun

North Hills, CA

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 4 years experience of taking care of a special needs child. I am extremely patient with children and am always on the look out to make sure they stay out of danger. I can help with errands, carpooling, etc. Or I can even just help with entertaining the kids for a while.
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LVN Student With CNA Experience

Canyon Country, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Respite care
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi I am currently an LVN student with previous CNA certificate looking to help out some families with senior or adult special needs care.
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North Hollywood, CA

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Caring and dependable childcare provider with experience supporting children of different ages, including children with special needs. I prioritize creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment while encouraging learning, play, and emotional development. Known for being patient, attentive, and reliable, I take pride in...
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Granada Hills, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Martha for the pass 16 years I've worked with both Elderly care ! Companion Lady with special needs patients ! Also with special need infants . Bathing caring taking to outings , ASR's appointments , shopping , Bingo nights, parks , movies and dates with friends etc...
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Van Nuys, CA

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$26/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Why I love caregiving? - I am a mother myself and I understand the importance of having safe child care -I love nurturing and educating children and providing a safe space - My sisters work in childcare for special needs children and we all share experiences Why I am the best fit? - I worked in LAUSD childcare for 2 years...
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Mission Hills, CA

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
My love for children has led me to this field once again. I am a mommy of a 4-year-old. I have worked with kids all my life. I worked at a daycare back in 2013, then got a job as an instructional aide in a catholic school and worked there for 5 years. At this time I worked for an agency who worked with kids with special needs....
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North Hollywood, CA

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$21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Ricardo (or Danny). I'm 23, I live in North Hollywood, and have 3 years of hands-on experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. I've been a big brother and primary caregiver to my 11-year-old brother for years, so I know how to balance fun, structure, and safety. I've cared for children with special needs...
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San Fernando, CA

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$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! My name is Vanessa and I am 27 years old! I have been babysitting since a young age. I have experience with ages up to 15 years old. I also have on-going experience with special needs children. I have access to my own car and insurance. I'm bilingual in Spanish/ English. I can help with overnight, date night and travel!...
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Caring For You Is Specialty

San Fernando, CA

1.0(0)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
hello, my name is Candice I have been caregiver for 9 years . I have experience with senior care and individuals with special need challenges. I love what I do and i'm looking forward to caring for you or your loved one
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Northridge, CA

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$24/hr
Transportation
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
Hi! I'm a caring and reliable caregiver with years of experience supporting individuals of all ages, including seniors and those with special needs. I'm passionate about helping others feel safe, valued, and well cared for. I'm dependable, patient, and always ready to lend a hand or a listening ear.
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Canyon Country, CA

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$18/hr
I am a caregiver and I know how to take care of special needs adults or kids. I have been doing this kind of work since I was 18 yrs. of age
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North Hills, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I am a Occupational Therapy graduate student who has a passion for fostering the growth and development of children. I have a decade of experience in child care and have been a Registered Behavioral Technician for 6 of those years (certification active). I enjoy playing outdoors, organizing crafts, and implementing educational...
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I Believe That Special People Take Out The Best Of Us.

Burbank, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I've worked with adults with different types of learning disabilities and I have a teenager with ADHD, autism and DMDD and a younger child with mild autism.
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North Hollywood, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I have about 7 years in working with children, at homes/school base/after school programs. I am currently working as a behavioral therapist as a one on one with children with special needs, supporting and helping them meet their goals at a school base. I looking for a part-time job as a Manny in the afternoons and open to...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.20/hr as of February 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Sylmar, CA

Special Needs Caregivers in Sylmar, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Joan N.

From the first day Joan started caring for my mother, she continues to demonstrate that she is trustworthy, reliable and genuinely warm. She...

- Janice K.

Maria S.

Maria is 100% supportive and knowledgeable about caring for her patients. She welcomed my family into her heart with open arms and made my...

- Christina S.

Jessie V.

Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have...

- Bryan P.

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