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Emily T.

Arcata, CA

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$20/hr
Hi there! I'm a very outgoing, responsible and reliable person. I have worked with differently abled people in the past and find it very rewarding. Caring for others is such a joy and I hope you'll consider me. :)
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Avid Artistic Caretaker

Arcata, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I grew up as the elder sister of a brother on the autism spectrum, and have many years experience assisting him, and other children through Accredited Respite Services. I have taken a first aid/CPR class in the past. I enjoy art, gardening, video games, and tabletop roleplaying games like dungeons and dragons.
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Awesome Abbey Available To Help!

Arcata, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm excited to get to know the special needs community here in Marin County. I've worked years in pre-schools, high schools, and with adults with developmental delays. I have worked closely with little ones and preteens on the autism spectrum. My main focus through college was working with children that have been abused and...
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Caregiver

Arcata, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Joy. I've been in the caregiving field for 10 plus years. Much of that time was spent working with people who have disabilities, I've also babysat, been an art teacher's assistant, and worked as a teacher's aide in an infant and toddler center for a year. I like to interact as a simple guide, encouraging the...
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Eureka, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I started my caregiving career in 1989 starting with a couple in their home and knew I wanted to continue caregiving as my career because I love helping people and making a positive impact in their lives. I've work a lot with clients who have dementia as well as many other disabilities, and have worked with agencies but decided...

Brook M. says "We hired Patrice to help our dad (an older recent-amputee with various health problems) who needed some assistance getting up and going out for walk a few...

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Love Caring For Special Needs

Eureka, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I spent the first 18 years of my life caring for a development delayed sister and it went on from there. I enjoy helping others who can't completely care for themselves.
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Eureka, CA

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
hospice services
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as goes with the flow and loves to serve others. I like caring for seniors because I can learn a lot in caring for them. I'm looking for a job that fulfills my time with new experiences. I started caring for seniors when I stopped caring for disabled adults. In my spare time, I like to play...
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Eureka, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
errands
light cleaning
transportation
+ 1 more
I have experience as a director support professional for adults of all ages with wide ranges of developmental disabilities. I currently work as a case manager at a foster agency and am great with people of all ages.
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McKinleyville, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I have experience in bathing and sanitary care for the elderly and disabled. I believe it is sacred to maintain someone's dignity when they need the most personal kinds of care. Please message me for a reference. I know how to make food delicious even when dietary restrictions are necessary, and I would love to help with meals....
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Experienced And Loving Part Time Student

Eureka, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I am extremely passionate about working with people that have special needs. I have grown up with a brother who has a developmental and physical disability. I volunteer through therapeutic park and recreation services working with kids, teens and adults that have physical and developmental disabilities. I was in best buddies and...
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Eureka, CA

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$17/hr
In my many years of working with youth and teens, I have worked with a broad range of special needs individuals. I have provided respite care as well as daily routine assistance for youth with ASD. I believe patience, kindness, and stability are the things that all youth need.
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Eureka, CA

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$19/hr
8 years experience
I worked for Eureka City Schools for 8 years and worked with a wide variety of children with all different needs. Former foster parent. Former childcare provider through Changing Tides.
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Eureka, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
A retired social worker, former Girl Scout Leader and Workplace First Aider, mother and grandmother, I am well equipped to perform all caregiver tasks. I have extensive experience dealing with learning disabilities, autism, and behavioral issues. As a social worker, I spent almost 10 years working with individuals with...
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Eureka, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
personal care
Hello, my name is Keara and I'm a direct support professional for people with disabilities. I started this path caring for my grandmother, who suffered from dementia and multiple strokes, for the last years of her life. I helped her bath, eat, and take her medication while keeping her active and engaged in her community and...
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Reiki Master/Healer-Cranio Sacral And Somato Emotional Release Therapist

Eureka, CA

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$18/hr
I ran my own Family Daycare for over 20 years. Entrusted in my care were many special needs children during that time. I take pride in being a very loving and compassionate person. I have been going to school for the past 10 plus years to add different healing and energetic modalities and enhance my knowledge of helping others....
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Direct Support Professional

Eureka, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Keara and I'm a Direct Support Professional, Program Coordinator, and certified Family Home Provider for people with disabilities. With 5 years of professional experience, I have a proven track record of providing compassionate, person-centered care to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities....
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Experienced Special Needs Mom

Eureka, CA

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$20/hr
Hi! I look forward to meeting you! I have had my own personal experience with raising children with special needs including ADHD and ODD and special education with occupational therapy, etc. I worked in an extended outpatient program for prisoners with mental health issues for several years. I've been working for the last 2...
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Experienced Youth Professional Available

Eureka, CA

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$10/hr
7 years experience
In 2008 I began my more formal work with children with special needs approximately 50 kids with special needs to camp as either 1:1 or 1:4. It was my job to train and supervise special needs cabin counselors who provided care and assistance for their campers according to their individual needs. I gained valuable experience...
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