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Being from another state(NY) to travel for a medical procedure. I was very very surprised and comfortable with Charice, She was very…

Review for Charice M. by Stacey S.

Ashley is very caring and will do anything for the person she works for she has a heart of gold. Ashley will go beyond any expectation. I…

Review for Ashley W. by Care member

Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some…

Review for Loretta M. by Lynn S.

Special needs caregivers in Virginia State University, VA

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Mikayla B.


Virginia State University, VA

$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! I Am 16 Years Old.

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As a dedicated caretaker with over 2. 5 years of experience, I have a strong background in providing exceptional care for individuals of all ages. My expertise includes childcare and special needs care, while ensuring a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment. I am committed to learning and staying updated on the best...
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Charice M.


Petersburg, VA

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Paraprofessional Seeking For A Part-Time Employment Or Full-Time Summer Employment

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have enjoyed educating and caring for children for over 25 years! I currently work as a substitute teacher for the Chesterfield County School District, mostly working with students with special needs. I provide educational support in the absence of special education teachers and general education teachers. My other work was...
5.0
"Being from another state(NY) to travel for a medical procedure. I was very very surprised and comfortable with Charice, She was very professional as well as warm and caring. She took very good medical care of me. I had nothing to worry about. She had all procedures...

Stacey S.

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Ashley W.


Chester, VA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience supporting a variety of people with their activities of daily living. This includes nutrition and feeding as well as (modified diets and swallowing disorders). I am CPR/FA/AED certified and trained in medical management. I have extensive knowledge of medical assistive devices. I am experienced in...
5.0
"Ashley is very caring and will do anything for the person she works for she has a heart of gold. Ashley will go beyond any expectation. I would hire her again in a minute no questions asked."

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Loretta M.


Chester, VA

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Personal Assistant/Lifestyle Manager

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm passionate about helping families with balancing their lives. I'm CPR, AED, and first aid certified. I have experience working with seniors, and youth. I have experience supporting people with Parkinson's, autism, and mental and cognitive delays.
5.0
"Very attentive and helpful. Wonderful communicator. Organized and thorough. She helped organize a cluttered apt. and instituted some processes to help the client maintain it."

Lynn S.

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Kayla R.


Chester, VA

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Loving & Patient Caregiver

I have years of experience caring for people with all kinds of disabilities. I was a personal aide from 2017 until 2020 when I finished Lpn school. From there I continued to work in psych, geriatrics, and hospice care. I love forming bonds with all my patients and becoming their friend!
5.0
"Kayla was with us for 18 months assisting our young adult daughter with ADL's & IADL's. There are so many adjectives to describe her: warm, loving, consistent, punctual, and dedicated come to mind. Her nursing knowledge enable her to attend some doctor's...

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Sandra A.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Super Experienced Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have raised one beautiful daughter and helped raise my three beautiful godchildren , who are now grown. I worked in the corporate world for many years until 2 years ago when I took my first job as a nanny of 3 beautiful girls. It was an amazing. 2-1/2 year experience... and I still see the girls occasionally. I have...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sandy, was an awesome loving nanny to my 3 girls. I needed someone in a pinch because my previous nanny bailed on me last minute, and she was there! She has cared for my girls (10,8,2) for the last 2.5 yrs while I was in full time school. She is dependable and...

Jessica B.

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Kathlein B.


Chester, VA

$20-40/hr • 1 yrs exp

Kat's In Home Caregiver

Hi my name is Kat I would love the opportunity to work with and care for the elderly and adults with special needs. I have had experience in the past with helping family members and aging friends of my family which has helped me discover a true passion. Some of the daily activities I have assisted with are meal preparation,...
Kathlein can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Grew up around many special needs foster children and have experience babysitting infants-toddler aged children. . Would love to hang out with your kiddos. :)
Alyson can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Riley J.


Chester, VA

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

A Bit About Me :)

I'd describe my personality as Creative, gentle, and outgoing. In my spare time, I like to do pottery, play board games, and do outdoor activities. I started working with kids when I was in highschool starting with several nights a week. I was then a nanny for 6 months during college. I now work at a preschool academy! I am...
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Ashley W.


Chester, VA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver, Child/Infant/Adult/Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I ran an in-home daycare for 5 years as well as volunteered at the local elementary school assisting teachers for 12 years and raised two children of my own. available for child care
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Aprille E.


Chester, VA

$18-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring, Kind And Patient Caregiver With Over 10 Years Experience!

Hello! I have worked within the caregiving field since 2018. I am passionate about caring for others, whether these are senior individuals, those with special needs, children and even pets. For some background information, I began working with children diagnosed with autism in 2012 as newborns and continued caring for them until...
Aprille can also help with: Errands, personal care, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

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Rachel R.


Chester, VA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistance/Full-Time

I have worked with disabilities and special needs individuals that includes brain and spinal cord injury individuals plus the elderly for over 25 years. I assisted with wheelchair transfer, change catheter and wound care, bathing, dressing, feeding, meal preparation, doctor appointments, errands and light house cleaning.. I...
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Aprille E.


Chester, VA

$15-24/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hello! I have worked within the caregiving field since 2018. I am passionate about caring for others, whether these are senior individuals, those with special needs, children and even pets. For some background information, I began working with children diagnosed with autism in 2012 as newborns and continued caring for them...
Aprille can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi, I'm Kyla! I have four years of experience in childcare, including three years in a special needs room at a public school and one year in a2-year-old classroom at a daycare. I am CPR certified and enjoy creating engaging, fun, and educational activities for children. I am dedicated to providing a nurturing and safe...
Kyla can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Natalie Z.


Prince George, VA

$14-19/hr

Experienced Special Education Teacher

I was a special education for 3 years and am currently on my 3rd year of being a paraprofessional working with special needs. I absolutely love my job and all my children.
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Courtney R.


Petersburg, VA

$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Summer Work.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have been working as a social worker for children and families for the past 5 years. I love working with kids and have being able to meet them where they are developmentally, m and emotionally. I have experience working with all ages as well as children and teens with special needs. I also have experience working in a...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ivette G.


Chester, VA

$13-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

BS In Child Development And Family Living

I have 10 years experience working for with children. I worked in foster care for six years and currently I am a Part time child watch associate.
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Maureen M.


Petersburg, VA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Your Special One

While raising my three children, I kept a child with Down syndrome and also a girl with Cerebral Palsy. I thoroughly enjoyed being a part of their development and enjoying the success of them today. My experience with my grandson having cochlear implants, involved in his progress and development has been very rewarding to me.
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Sharon T.


Petersburg, VA

$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Sharon T. I have previously worked with an ER doctor and her family . At the time her daughter had been born prematurely at 1. 1lbs. and at 18mos. old needed a special feeding regimen. I also learned a little bit of sign language and raised 2 of my children alongside hers. I have a son in his 20's with...
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Kate I.


Prince George, VA

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi there, I am a caregiver I have worked with clients that are in need of caregiving and special needs. I enjoy helping others and assisting them with everyday needs. work to put a smile on their faces each day and a little happiness to help brighten their day I look forward to potentially working with you

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