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10 years experience
Night Nurse - Specialized Overnight Care for premature multiples.
Hello, my name is Jenn, and I've dedicated over 30 years to providing overnight care for premature multiples, twins, triplets, and even quadruplets-as well as elderly and hospice care. I'm CPR & AED certified, and my passion is helping families get the rest they...
Teri L. says "I have been Jen's supervisor for the last year. She has been well liked by not only the clients she works for but by all staff she works with. She...
I am a very energetic and responsible person and have a deep passion for caring for other people. I am a freshman nursing major and hope to one day get my masters in severe and profound disability.
In the summers I am a counselor for children with special needs and absolutely love it. My experience there has given me a high...
Laura W. says "Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a...
I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
Bailey G. says "She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her."
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10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have 20 years of experience working with children and adults with different types of abilities. I worked at the Arc of NC for over 10 years and also at an elementary school in their Autism Spectrum program. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and am familiar with many resources in the area. I am currently looking for...
Laura W. says "Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement...
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
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I am the mother of 4 girls (ages 19, 25, 26, and 27. After college, I worked in a unique group home for special needs children. My experience working with mentally and physically disabled children provided me with extensive knowledge of the physical, cognitive, and psycho-social health of children. My roles included staffing,...
Kara D. says "Nina began caring for our baby girl when she was about 11 weeks old, and has been absolutely wonderful. She is incredibly warm and kind, and our little...
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have more than 20 years of experience working with children and 19 years experience working with special needs children. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology with concentrations in Child and Adolescent Development and Mental Health. I can help with Light Housekeeping, simple meal prep, animal care, and Laundry.
Julie D. says "Trish has spent the last 9 months with our family caring for our now 20 month old son. On top of caring for him in our house, she also made him lunch,...
Craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Actively looking for a part-time nanny position. Establishing trust with whomever is watching your child is key and very important to me. I've created such wonderful relationships with all the families I've worked with. I have experience with little babes up to teens. I also have my Bachelors in English and Psychology. I worked...
Paul M. says "If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her. "
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
companionship
errands
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I have over 20 years of medical experience. My focus over the past 3 years has been clients with disabilities, senior care, and hospice. Many of my clients have been diagnosed with dementia, Parkinson's, cancer or are stroke survivors. Additionally, I have experience working with special needs children ages 3-12. The many of my...
Care Member says "Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he...
Home Health Aide Full-Time/Overnight Personal Care Attendant Meal Companionship, Housekeeping.
Wilmington, NC
4.5(1)
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Home modification
visiting nurse
personal care
dementia
hospice services
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I have been working with the elderly for over 25 years. My mother was a nurse. I have a heart with lots of love for babies/children with special needs and disabilities and the elderly. I love to care for everyone. I enjoy brightening up their day by me taking care of them and talking to them, even singing along with them or to...
Faith D. says "Mary was not a reliable caretaker. "
Compassionate caregiver with 5+ years supporting individuals with autism, ADHD and other developmental disabilities. fostering growth, skill-building, and independence.
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10 years experience
I am a married mother of three boys (ages 9, 14, and a stepson age 15). My 9-year-old son has developmental delays due to a neurological disorder. My stepson has high functioning autism, ADHD, and a mood disorder, and lived with us until recently. In addition to my experience raising my own children, I also have an extensive...
I have been working with children and teenagers with special needs off and on for about 15 years. My mother ran her own group family daycare from our home when I was growing up. We had a child that had autism and a child that had down syndrome. As I began assisting my mother with caring for these two children, I knew it was...
I have great compassion and empathy, as well as a special bond, with animals, the sick, elderly, and disabled. I have worked with many seniors, as well as the disabled, for over 20 years. I work in a group home for the disabled here in NC (& previously in CT), helping them to live as independently as possible. I was also a...
I am no longer available for special needs caregiving because at this time I am focusing on infant/childcare and senior caregiving. Please review my profile under these areas if you would like to chat about either of those areas.
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have cared for a girl with CP (and retarded since birth ) for approximately one year. She's now 35 yrs old. That included lifting her to a changing table, transferring her to a wheelchair, showering, dressing, feeding and keeping her smiling! It is a very rewarding experience to work with the handicapped ,,,,, and will now at...
I have over 17 years of experience working with children with a variety of disabilities. My experience includes mild to profound disabilities, supporting students with AAC devices, ambulatory equipment, feeding, and positive behavior supports. I also have a sob with type one diabetes and have extensive training with supporting a...
Hi everyone! My name is Khya. I am a senior at UNCW majoring in elementary education. I have worked with children with physical, mental, and learning disabilities. I was diagnosed with ADHD at a young age. I am currently interning at an elementary school, where I work with a diverse group of students that require different...
I have over 15 years experience working with mental health and developmental disabilities, I have a double bachelor's degree as well as a master's degree in Clinical psychology from UNCW, and I also run my own house cleaning business, for over 15 years now.
Hi! Im Roma . Im 32 years old and im from Argentina .
I was a nurse in Argentina for 4 years , working with senior people most of the time .
I came to the states 5 years ago to be an au pair (babysitter) for like 2 and half years , after that I've been doing babysitting, and also currently I'm working in a center for pediatric...
I have always taken interest in watching and guiding children in the right direction. I grew up with a little sister, 5 years younger than me. I believe she inspired me to care for children. At the age of 9-10 I would teach my sister her alphabet and numbers on a white board. I enjoy teaching children so I am willing to help...
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74 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.81/hr as of January 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Wilmington, NC
Special Needs Caregivers in Wilmington, NC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 74 listed special needs caregivers
Jennifer U.
I have been Jen's supervisor for the last year. She has been well liked by not only the clients she works for but by all staff she...
- Teri L.
Samantha P.
Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of...
- Laura W.
Katelyn D.
She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is...
- Bailey G.
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