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Linda H.

Personal Caregiver Full Time

Knoxville, TN

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
respite care
errands
personal care
+ 1 more
I am a caregiver by nature. My younger brother was born severely disabled and I have always instinctively watched out for the needs of others. I've served the last 20 years in this field of work and feel it is my privilege to provide loving care for all families in need of my help. I am also CPR/FA certified.

Deborah L. says "Linda is very caring and patient with her clients. She cared for my stepmother who had Alzheimer's and most recently for my brother in law who had...

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Knoxville, TN

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
Hi, my name is Hadley. I am a Mom of 7. Four biological children and three adopted. At the age of 11 I began babysitting for a family with 5 kids. That's when I realized my desire to nurture and care for children and I have done that ever since. I am loving, patient, and pour my heart and soul into everything that I do. My...
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Knoxville, TN

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience
I have 8 years of experience caring for children. Since moving to Fayetteville 2 years ago, I have started caring for multiple autistic children, so that is mostly what I am looking for. I'm a big believer in acknowledging all emotions but not tolerating all behaviors and redirecting my kids so they can express those emotions in...

Darian W. says "Kerigan has helped me with so much-from pet care, to last minute needs for a multitude of things! She's extremely good with all animals and is very...

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Special Needs Provider

Knoxville, TN

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$15/hr
4 years experience
My name is Sarah and my older brother has Down Syndrome so I have a lot of experience working with children with disabilities. I have been involved and president of Best Buddies a special education program in high school. In addition I have worked with babysitting children 0-5 with Down syndrome at club 21. I loved children with...
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Always Be Caring

Knoxville, TN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
mobility assistance
I have 15+ years experience in the caretaking industry, working with children, teens, adults, and seniors, many with disabilities, some in wheelchairs. In all those years, I maintained CPR and First Aid Certification, and received detailed training in behavioral intervention, transportation safety, and much more. My experience...
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Alex B.'s Photo

Knoxville, TN

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
I have been a live in care giver for a suit with dementia on hospice. I also was a group home supervisor for adults with disabilities.
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Knoxville, TN

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have experience working with geriatrics with and without medical care, and also with kids with disability.
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Knoxville, TN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
personal care
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as energetic, ambitious, bubbly I like caring for seniors because it's comforting to know they have someone consistent in their lives that can be there for them when they need it most. In my spare time, I like to hike, swim, fish, and spend good quality time with my family! One thing you should...
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Knoxville, TN

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I bring over 28 years of caregiving experience, supported by a degree in Communication, master's level coursework in Early Childhood Education and over a decade in the healthcare industry. I am CPR and First Aid certified and skilled in assisting with whatever you may need. I have extensive experience working with individuals...
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KEISHA LATRICE M.'s Photo

Knoxville, TN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi My name is Keisha.. I am a CNA that has long term experience in many different areas of the healthcare field starting with mental disabled adults, Hospice, Memory Care, Assisted Living, Home Health, etc. I look forward to serving you if I am a selected candidate & if I am not chosen for service I pray God sends you whom you...
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Loving And Reliable Care For Your Family's Needs

Knoxville, TN

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Shelby and I've been fortunate to gain a wide range of caregiving experience that has allowed me to support families in many different ways. From my time as a college student working with children ages 0-10 in a daycare setting, to helping raise my younger siblings, I've developed a deep understanding of how to provide...
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Knoxville, TN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
mobility assistance
home modification
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Olepa, a compassionate caregiver with 5 years of experience helping seniors and people with disabilities. I assist with bathing, dressing, meals, medication, light housekeeping, and transportation. I'm med-certified, have a valid license, and reliable transportation. Available full-time and ready to support your loved...
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Knoxville, TN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
Hi, my name is Anastasia. My husband & I have been married almost 10 years, and we have 4 little blessings under 8! I have experience working as a lifeguard, sales associate, direct support profesional (DSP/PCA) in a group home for individuals with developmental disabilities (including medication administration), and full time...
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Knoxville, TN

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
respite care
I am a mother of three: 22, 17, & 13 (age 47). I have helped the youngest age to late 80s in age. I have a younger brother that is disabled (since middle school, I cared for). I was able to care for one elderly male for about two years before he needed the next step up in care. I currently spend time caring for my boys and...
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Young With A Lot Of Experience

Knoxville, TN

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$14/hr
7 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I've been a caregiver since I turned 18 working with seniors and the developmentally disabled. I've pretty much done it all, honestly it's too much to list. I worked for a company for 3 years that had over 200 clients with a wide variety of needs and I would see most of them at random for home visits so I've been trained to...
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Knoxville, TN

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Hailey, and I'm a compassionate, reliable caregiver with experience supporting seniors, children, and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I currently work in a role where I assist clients with daily living activities, companionship, community outings, and engaging activities that help...
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Knoxville, TN

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with kids for the past three years at a childcare. I have my CPR and First Aid certification! I would love to get to know your kid(s)! I'd describe my personality as friendly, passionate, and caring. I started caring for people with special needs when I started at the childcare. However my brother has special...
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Knoxville, TN

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$12/hr
3 years experience
My name is Michaela , I al originally from South Carolina. I have worked with people who have a disability since I was in the 4th grade I am now 21. I started with cheerleading just helping out with the special needs team, and fell in love with it which made my continue doing what I love. Going into middle school and high school...
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Special Education Teacher

Knoxville, TN

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I am in my sixth year working in special education. I currently teach a self contained classroom for students with autism, but have previously worked in behavior support roles in classrooms. I enjoy bridging academic skill practice with functional life skills through different activities based on preferred activities. Since I am...
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Part-Time Child Caregiver

Knoxville, TN

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I started working with special needs as a camp counselor. During that time, I met a girl with autism who really made an impact on me. I was already majoring in Park and Recreation Management, but after that summer, I decided to add a major in Therapeutic Recreation. I have always enjoyed working with kids from babysitting my...
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  • The average post rate is $16.33/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs adult care is 5.0

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