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Chelsie M.

Part Time Caregiver

Rockwood, MI

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$10/hr
I used to care for a boy with Asperger's in my teen years. He needed help with speech, eating, bathing, and dressing. I watched him every day Monday-Friday after school for about 2 years. I also have some experience with down syndrome children. I have plenty patience and understanding when it comes to caring for special needs...
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Courtney E.

Wyandotte, MI

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Female caregiver specialist in both special needs and senior care. Over 10 years experience
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Jc B.

Special Needs Provider

Lincoln Park, MI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have over 30 years of experience in Home and Health Care, Project Management, Personal and Virtual Assistance, Housekeeping, House/Vacation Sitting. I am hardworking, diligent, honest, caring and responsible. Your loved one's care is important. I also have Special Needs experience. I have a college education. I am CPR and...
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Amanda L.

Full Time Nanny (Monday-Friday)

Southgate, MI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Amanda. I have been working with kids for 10+ years. I enjoy watching kids learn and grow and helping them to recognize their gifts and abilities and how to utilize them and helping them become who they were created to be. I also have worked with special needs children as well. I have been a nanny for a...
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Terry H.

Caregiver

Lincoln Park, MI

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
Worked with special needs 14 yrs physically and mentally handicapped I've been doing homecare 30 yrs. I am interested in working with all ages of people
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Nicole M.

My Summary

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as understanding, playful, and caring I like working with kids because because It's something I've wanted to do since a young. I started working with kids when I was about 16. I also have experience with special needs. an I just love helping them grow. In my spare time, I like to I read and do...

Shinikue M. says "She goes above and Beyond to make sure your needs are satisfied she answered all of my questions in a timely manner overall her service was excellent...

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Salida B.

Dearborn Heights, MI

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
15 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a certified nursing assistant of 15 years. I began working at a long term care facility. Where I gained experience with dementia and hospice patients. I am well trained with hoyer lifts, sit-to-stands, and gait belts. Some of my daily tasks were assisting with feeding, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene and transferring...

Jonathan R. says "She's a very hard worker, extremely professional and genuinely caring of others, always willing to go an extra mile to get the job done. Salida will...

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Breanna W.

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Breanna, and I am a dedicated 26-year-old caregiver with a recent move back to the Detroit area from Tampa, Florida. I bring over seven years of experience working with individuals across all ages, from newborns to teens, as well as children with special needs and elderly adults. I am known for my reliability,...

Christina L. says "Bre has watched our toddler twice. She is patient with him and has the energy to keep up with all of the things he wants to do. She is artistic,...

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Monique W.

Dearborn Heights, MI

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have been a nurse for 15 years, I've worked in all settings. There are so many things I love about nursing but most of all I cherish things like knowing the families I serve are at ease with the care I provide them. My patients and their families inspired me to be who I am today. I've worked with Geriatrics, pediatrics,...

Care Member says "She cared for my mother and father, anyone that she has sent was absolutely amazing, reliable professional service. My parents are very well taken care...

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Levita C.

Part Time Or Full Time Female Health Care Worker Caring For People With Special Needs

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience providing care to adults, teenagers and children who are mentally impaired, developmentally disabled, physically disabled, down syndrome, seizure disorder, ASD, traumatic brain injury and people who have ADHD for the last 25 years. I'm WCLS and MORC trained with medication administration skills as well as CPR...

Nicole R. says "Levita worked with a family member on daily living skills; meal planning, shopping, budgeting, cleaning , and self care. She was a great asset to our...

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Nabiha C.

Experienced Full-Time Child Provider

Dearborn, MI

3.3(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
I have 20+ years experience teaching children. I provide care for children, ages 2 months to 13 years of age. I have a Master's degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education. I am certified in First-Aid and CPR for Infants, Children and Adult. I am certified in special needs children, I am...

Farrah B. says "Nabiha is one of a kind. The kind of teacher that doesn't exist anymore. She loves her pupils and she gives them 200% everyday. I don't think I would ever...

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Debra W.

Dearborn, MI

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Although I do not have a specialize training for Special Care I am an extremely smart and caring person. I can and am willing to learn and do most in order to make the lives better for those that need me.
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Nicole H.

Available To Nanny Or Babysit!

Canton, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I really have fun working and playing with kids! I have worked in several different childcare experiences. I have worked with kids in an after-school program, day care, church nursery, and summer camps. I have also worked with special needs kids at Therapeutic Riding and Soccer. I worked one on one with kids with disabilities at...

Geoff K. says "My 3 and 1.5 year old loved "Miss Cole" as they called her! She watched them when our nanny needed the week off and she was wonderful, the immediately...

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Michaela C.

Fun, Loving Sitter!

Westland, MI

3.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I have 12 years of experience with kids of all ages, infants through teenagers. I am vaccinated against COVID-19. I'm an aunt to 4 kids, ages 9-19. I have experience with special needs, particularly Down Syndrome and Autism. I have experience with multiples (twins, triplets, quadruplets), including at infant's age. I also have...

Elizabeth O. says "Michaela has watched my crew twice with another time scheduled. She has taken care of all 5 of my children at once ranging in age from 2-11 years old....

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Katrina B.

Westland, MI

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience working as a care giver and have enjoyed every second. I look forward to working for you and your love ones .
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Melissa A.

Livonia, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I have nannied for multiple families long term and have experience with newborns, multiples, twins, and special needs! I have 10 years of experience as a nanny and 7 years experience as a professional career nanny since obtaining a college degree. I am reliable, on time, and find myself to be pretty fun. I love spending...

Andrea S. says "Melissa is an excellent nanny. She took care of our two girls ages 6 and 9 for the summer of 2021. We would have kept her in a heartbeat if the kids...

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Syretta H.

Senior And Child Care

Westland, MI

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience caring for the Geriatric and Developmentally Disabled, Cerebral Palsy and Down Syndrome communities, as well as Dementia and Alzheimer's. I have worked as a Med Coordinator, a Head Chef, and a AFC Home Manager. I offer consistent quality care. It is my goal to provide and help maintain a quality of life for my...

Gail K. says "I don't know where to begin. Syretta H. has been a part of our family for 4 years. She has taken care of our son S. who is a 29 year old male,weighs...

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Raphaela V.

Detroit, MI

4.7(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello and thanks for taking to time to read more! I have been a babysitter and care taker for years. I have a bachelors degree in biology and psychology, and I am currently a medical student, studying to be an empathetic, ethical, and innovative, physician. I love working with kids of all ages and cognitive levels (I have a lot...

Phillip W. says "She cared for my daughter throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, and was a lifesaver. My daughter loves her and would frequently ask when Raphaela was coming...

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Julie M.

A New Type Of Caregiver...

Detroit, MI

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've been a full time mother, caregiver, of a special needs child for 21 years. I am a Nationally certified Medical assistant for 12 years, when covid hit I was a semester from receiving my nursing license. unfortunately due to injury, I'm unable to continue with that path in life. I'd describe my personality as empathetic,...

Care Member says "My sister had hired Julie to take care of my father when he went into hospice. She was very caring, attentive and advocated for my father. She made...

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Riem A.

Experienced Tutor An Caregiver

Westland, MI

3.5(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! Caring for others has always been at the heart of who I am. From a young age, I naturally took on caregiving roles-helping care for my grandparents, supporting younger cousins, and eventually dedicating my life to working with individuals with special needs. I bring over 20 years of experience caring for people of all...

Jane E. says "Riem has been a wonderful addition to our family. She is reliable, responsible, caring, energetic, self motivated, and a joy to be around."

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.25/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 Trenton, MI

Special Needs Caregivers in Trenton, MI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Nicole M.

She goes above and Beyond to make sure your needs are satisfied she answered all of my questions in a timely manner overall her service was...

- Shinikue M.

Salida B.

She's a very hard worker, extremely professional and genuinely caring of others, always willing to go an extra mile to get the job done....

- Jonathan R.

Breanna W.

Bre has watched our toddler twice. She is patient with him and has the energy to keep up with all of the things he wants to do. She is...

- Christina L.

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