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Francesca D.

Mount Dora, FL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Francesca! I started out working with children/adults with special needs for about 10 months, and that was what sparked my interest in care-giving. I worked a variety of other jobs, before it lead me to working with seniors, which I did for about a year. I loved it so much I decided to get educated more about it, &...
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Alexa V.

Mount Dora, FL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello and welcome! My name is Alexa . I am passionate about providing a safe, caring, and positive environment for children. I have completed training through the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) and hold CPR and First Aid certifications. I have experience working as a Teacher Assistant in a private school...
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Melinda R.

Mount Dora, FL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I'm very patient and compassionate. I have experience caring for children of all ages with Autism, ADD, ADHD, behavioral issues as well as delayed speech.
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Maria G.

Howey in the Hills, FL

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$20/hr
I'm a professional, caretaker with 20 years of experience. Loyal honest and caring person.. I been in this field for a long time..
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Barbara G.

Child Care

Orlando, FL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I previously taught high school in the UK before relocating to the US in 2003. since being in the US I have gained several years experience and training in the child care and caring industry. Including a diploma in early childhood education CDA certification in child care, 45 hours children and family training. I have also been...

Care Member says "I am incredibly grateful for Mrs. Barbara coming into our lives. Her consistent reliability brought me such relief knowing my children were taken care...

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Erika A.

Registered Behavior Technician

Clermont, FL

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Erika and I am an experienced and passionate babysitter with 3 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. I started out in a child care facility, then transferred to a group home setting working with children with developmental disabilities, im now a registered behavior technician working with...

Care Member says "Erika was very kind and patient with my kiddo. He enjoyed her. She communicated well prior her schedule "

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Renee B.

Care Giver

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
I have many years experience caring for children with and without special needs. Iam very responsible and reliable. I have great references!
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Shanee T.

Senior Care

Apopka, FL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
hospice services
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have worked with Seniors for over 10 years paid. My experiences are helping them with organizing, bathing, eating, in/out of bed, wheelchairs and Dr. appointments. I have worked for OCPS for seven years with special needs students and have grown to love what I do everyday. I'm passionate about my work because if I can help...

Raynald M. says "We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old Her duties were: - Light housekeeping - Laundry - Transportation...

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Fatima B.

Caregiver For Quadriplegic

Apopka, FL

3.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am an experienced caregiver for paralyzed patients. I am a very compassionate, caring, giving individual and it gives me great joy and a sense of purpose to provide basic care that so many of us would take for granted to those who need it most. I am a naturalized United States citizen and will of course be able to provide...

David H. says "Fatima was one of the best caregivers I have ever had. The only reason she doesn't work with me is because I moved away. I would definitely hire her in a...

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Pamela S.

Experienced Caregiver

The Villages, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
companionship
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, I have been in healthcare all my life. I have experience with dementia, strokes, special needs and many illnesses. I am compassionate and an experienced caregiver. I can do household tasks, Dr. Appointments, travel, grocery shopping, companionship, reorganizing your home, laundry, light house work, etc. I am able to do...

Care Member says "Pam is a warm caring person who is willing to help in any way she can. She has helped me with organizing and many other tasks. I recommend her highly. "

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Kathy A.

Senior & Special Needs Caretaker

Groveland, FL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a qualified & certified health care provider with recent references. Qualified health & wellness provider, compassionate & caring. I love seniors & pets & all humanity. Highly qualified caretaker. It would be a privilege to interview with you. Thank you!
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Barbara G.

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Several years of caring experience in nursing homes, through agencies or private cases CPR/First aid references available on request.
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Tricia A.

Experienced Registered Nurse With BSN

Clermont, FL

5.0(1)
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$34/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I am a Respiratory Therapist as well as a Registered Nurse. My professional background of 20+ years includes: Emergency Room and Critical Care Nursing. I also have experience with both newborn, pediatric, and adult patient care populations. I have also worked as a Home Health Care Nurse and in Physician Offices. I hold high...

Theresa F. says "Tricia was a great help for my seriously ill son and his two young children. She also met with me several times to share her expertise in the medical...

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Melody L.

Apopka, FL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, I am Melody and I'm a natural born care provider. I am outgoing, friendly, dependable, honest, super patient and come with over 20 years of hands on experience. I am a trained home health aid and my goal is to provide a safe place where your loved one can thrive and be cared for. I can prepare food, provide...
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Tasha M.

Special Care

Orlando, FL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am trained in Emergency Medical procedures including CPR and first aid. For the past two years, I have worked full time with a quadriplegic adult with spinal cord injury. Total, I have 10 years of experience providing quality home care. My work experience includes children and adults with dementia, seizures, Autism, spinal...
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Kathy A.

Senior Care Or Special Care

Groveland, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a certified care provider with compassionate & caring experience with children & seniors. Also, health, wellness & nutrition specialist, home organizer, & have special-needs experience, My glowing recent, local references speak for themselves. I am highly qualified, creative, patient & secure with children, seniors &...

Jennifer W. says "Kathy is a mature, dependable and responsible, loving and caring woman. I highly recommend her for any position. You will not be disappointed."

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Rosa T.

Care-giver/ Housekeeper/ Companionship Available

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
Hello. I'm 58 yrs old and I have 14+ yrs of care-giving, and companionship field. I would like to find a permanent employment. I've worked as a live in caregiver for 6 yrs. I have experience with Alzheimer, Dementia, Special needs, Muscularity, MMS, Diabetes, lupus patients, cancer recovery time, and much more.. I have...

Erica B. says "Rosie has been extremely helpful in caring for my parents. She is punctual, reliable, and very caring. She also keeps us informed and has been flexible...

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Fonteshe G.

Full-time Teacher And Passionate Educator And Mother

Leesburg, FL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a passion for working with children, children with special needs, as well as senior citizens. I have been in the education system for over 32 years, and have worked with regular education children, as well as children with autism, speech impairments, and behavior needs. I love what I do and would love the opportunity to...

Jacey S. says "Fonteshe assisted my 19-year-old son with special needs as his job coach when he started his new job. She was extremely interested in consulting with his...

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Pilar G.

Full Time Caregiver And Home Health Aide

Lady Lake, FL

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I, m an Asian lady, caring and responsible. I have had experience with Dementia patients, Alzheimer, s disease patients, and also bedridden patients. I have also worked with patients that just needed care and companionship. I cook, do light housework and laundry.
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Katherine T.

Longwood, FL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Katherine and I have lived in the Longwood area with my family for 19 years. I have past work experience in Daycare settings and experienced with children of all ages and on the spectrum level. My background work experience is a Certified Nurses Assistant/Home Health Aide for Private Care. For the last few...

John K. says "I work from home, but my work takes me out of town often. I've used Katherine many times over the years for various reasons. (Pet care, Housekeeping,...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of October 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Tavares, FL

Special Needs Caregivers in Tavares, FL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Barbara G.

I am incredibly grateful for Mrs. Barbara coming into our lives. Her consistent reliability brought me such relief knowing my children were...

- Care member

Erika A.

Erika was very kind and patient with my kiddo. He enjoyed her. She communicated well prior her schedule

- Care member

Shanee T.

We hired Shanee to provide care for and help our parents - they are 85+ years old Her duties were: - Light housekeeping - Laundry -...

- Raynald M.

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