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Dawn S.

Sterling Heights, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have not only had care of my special needs daughter , 24 hour care I have taken care of many of my clients parents until death ( hospice ) letter of recommendation upon request !

Care Member says "She does an amazing cleaning n care for me n all her clients! She goes above n beyond n very professional as well. She cares for your well-being, and...

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Alyssa C.

Clinton Township, MI

5.0(1)
from
$11/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I've worked with special need clients to take care of them, reach goals, and build a close relationship. Challenging children aren't an issue for me. I've dealt with very tough cases and was able to successfully have a good relationship with the client. I have a huge heart for children, and love finding ways to interact and...

Robert G. says "Alyssa is the most caring, compassionate, health care professional my wife and I have ever worked with. She is always on time, does what she says she is...

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Lorediana M.

Hi-Tech Caregiver

Sterling Heights, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have been working as a home health aide for 8 years, taking care of paraplegic, dementia, hospice, and special needs patients. Working in assisting living and memory care as a Med Tech got me plenty of opportunities to increase my skills. My on-the-job experience is full of variety, as I have to assist seniors with a wide...

Gail S. says "Lori provided home care for our mother in 2022 prior to Mom's move to Memory Care. She was very professional, caring, committed and punctual. She even...

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Christina L.

Part-Time Caregiver Available For Your Loved Ones

Macomb, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a mom of two and have experience in child care, housekeeping, errand running, pick-up/drop-off of kids, laundry, bill paying, pet walking and pet sitting, etc. I have cared for children since the age of 11, when I worked full-time during the summer, then after school & on weekends for 4-6 kids, ranging in age from 3 days to...

Nicole M. says "My girls had a wonderful time with her!"

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Natalie M.

Great And Professional Worker

Rochester, MI

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! Welcome to my page, my name is Natalie and I would love to assist your loved one. I am a professional, flexible, loving and caring individual but very firm, I am always on time, very clean, very responsible. Very strong medical background and many years of experience on medical field. Years of experience with TBI...

Jaya V. says "Natalie took care of my father in Troy. She was an EXCELLENT care giver. The absolute BEST. She helped my brother and I immensely navigate care for our...

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Mary R.

Patience And Empathy

Rochester, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Specialized care
respite care
personal care
mobility assistance
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am comfortable with hoyer lifts, wheel chair transfer, patient positioning to avoid bed sores, showering, oral and perennial care. I have cared for hospice patients and individuals with various special needs. I have experience with seizure disorders, head injuries, ALS and Parkinsons patients.

Mike M. says "Mary has very unique Caregiver qualifications. When we met her, she was just coming off of caring for another ALS patient. We hired Mary to care for...

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Stacey S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Sterling Heights, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, I'm a 43-year-old female that has 20 yrs of experience with special needs children/adults in their homes. ADL's include: meal preparation, feeding, bathing, grooming, changing, toileting, and medications. I have done respite and CLS training/teaching, running errands, light housework, and social events/outings. I'm first...

Rose B. says "She worked for my special needs daughter for 7 years. She's very dependable, and compassionate. She will go out of her way to help. She goes above and...

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Adriana M.

Learn A Little About Me;)

Macomb, MI

5.0(1)
from
$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello My names Adriana but I go by Ana(pronounced like anna from frozen) I have worked with children my entire life. I have worked in a daycare for 2 years but wanted to give something else a try. I have many years of experience with special needs children. I love to paint, draw, listen to music and play with my dogs. I also...

Care Member says "She is reliable and friendly. She took very good care of my daughter."

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Jean K.

Washington, MI

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I've dedicated over 17 years of my life to nurturing the growth and development of children, which has always been a passion of mine. As a nanny, I take my role very seriously. I understand children's safety and well-being are top priorities. I'm more than capable of providing them with a safe and loving environment. I'm a calm,...

Burton H. says "Jean, was super with my kids and planned fun activities for them everyday. Very kind and caring. Always on time."

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Mandie R.

Care Giver Available

Fraser, MI

3.0(0)
from
$20/hr
Hello, I'm Mandie. I have 3 years experience as a certified nurse's aide, 8 years in all of nanny experience: 2 years for 2 families with sets of twins, 5 years as a caregiver for a 9-13-year-old girl with autism and 1 year as an ABA therapist. Lastly, I recently have had 2 years experience as a nanny for a newborn and toddler.
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Ashley J.

Nannying &/or Personalized Tutoring!

Macomb, MI

3.3(1)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
- CPR/First Aid Certified - Updated on all vaccines - Graduate of The University of Michigan - Animal lover - 3 years of babysitting experience - 3 years of special needs experience - Reliable transportation

Mary-claire C. says "Ashley is so kind and so professional. We cannot have more positive things to say about her after she watched our son. "

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Dawn S.

Residential/Commercial Cleaner

Sterling Heights, MI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
My love for what I do started with my own disabled daughter of 18 yrs. then of course my son , care for my elder parents . Finished school nursing , well rounded personality/ love all people & enjoy giving & helping more than anything Also, have had own Cleaning business since 2001! Have had most my clients 20 plus years .

Ryan H. says "Dawn is fantastic! From the moment she got here she made me feel extremely comfortable and was very helpful. She is a gentle and caring person and I highly...

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Doris L.

Washington, MI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 25 years experience, I went to nursing school, I have cared for and have experience with twins, multiples, ADD/ADHD, respiratory problems, diabetes, food allergies, on the spectrum, learning delays. I have cared for infants, toddlers, school aged, teens, adults and elderly.

April P. says "Doris is simply amazing at care-giving. She's reliable and dependable. She goes over and above with my family and wants to know likes/dislikes of her...

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Autumn L.

Full-Time Caregiver

Clinton Township, MI

from
$11/hr
3 years experience
I have a lot of experience working with children with many different mental and physical needs. My youngest brother has non-verbal autism, and I have assisted in caring for him for the past four years. I have also worked as a camp counselor at a camp for children and adults with special needs of all varieties, including autism,...
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Kelly T.

I'm Kind, Patient, And Experienced

Rochester, MI

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I have over 20 years in being a caregiver. I'm kind, Patient, trustworthy and motivated. Please message me with any questions. Thank you Kelly
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Kelley W.

Looking To Care For Your Loved One

Mount Clemens, MI

from
$20/hr
7 years experience
My experience in this area is more personal than professional. I have had friends with special needs children ranging from mild learning disabilities to autism and Asperger's. I loved the opportunity to get to know these children and spend time with them including babysitting.
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Brooke J.

Clinton Township, MI

from
$14/hr
4 years experience
Currently a special education paraprofessional on summer break, I'm looking for a summer job for a few weeks. I've had nearly 4 years of experience working with individuals diagnosed with autism and other cognitive impairments. I previously did Applied Behavior Analysis for 3 1/2 years before my current job as a...
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Teairra K.

Sterling Heights, MI

from
$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have my CDA, CPR, CMA, & Graduating 2024 with my associates degree in early childhood education, I have experience with children in multiple areas for the child from learning, to assisting with special needs, daily care, activities, and etc,
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Alaina L.

Senior Care Specialist/Nanny & Babysitter

Fraser, MI

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
As a nurturing caregiver with a passion for child development, I have dedicated the past three years to providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my calling to positively impact young lives. My approach to childcare is rooted in...
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Zhona A.

Clinton Township, MI

from
$11/hr
5 years experience
Hi my name is Zhona I m currently going to school to be a nurse. Also certified in CPR & First Aid. I have 9 siblings I m the second oldest out of 10 kids, I helped my mother raise 5 of my siblings. I m very outgoing, energetic, and creative with kids/adults. they will always have something to do. I have been in the medical...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.05/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Utica, MI

Special Needs Caregivers in Utica, MI are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Dawn S.

She does an amazing cleaning n care for me n all her clients! She goes above n beyond n very professional as well. She cares for your...

- Care member

Alyssa C.

Alyssa is the most caring, compassionate, health care professional my wife and I have ever worked with. She is always on time, does what she...

- Robert G.

Lorediana M.

Lori provided home care for our mother in 2022 prior to Mom's move to Memory Care. She was very professional, caring, committed and...

- Gail S.

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