Certified Full-time Care Professionals for Infants with Fragile X

Trinity is a 22 year old Physical Therapist with a strong passion for helping people improve their mobility, independence, and quality of life. During her training, she gained extensive medical and hands-on experience and discovered that working with children is one of the most rewarding aspects of her profession. She has worked with children with orthopedic conditions as well as autism and ADHD, adapting her therapeutic approach to each child's individual personality, abilities, and needs. Trinity particularly enjoys combining therapy with play to create engaging experiences that help children build confidence, develop new skills, and become more independent. Her patient, encouraging, and creative approach will allow her to support the host children's physical and developmental growth while making everyday activities fun and meaningful. Outside of work, Trinity is very active and loves hiking, fishing, wakeboarding, climbing, and other outdoor activities. She also enjoys reading, playing the piano, and spending time with friends. Trinity can join your family in November 2026!

Joanna is a 21-year-old Early Childhood Educator who is passionate about helping young children learn, grow, and reach their full potential. Through her professional training, she has gained valuable experience working with children ages one to six in a daycare setting, where she supported daily routines, planned engaging educational activities, and fostered children's social, emotional, and cognitive development in a safe and nurturing environment. She also has hands-on experience caring for infants and toddlers within her family, giving her confidence in meeting the needs of children at different developmental stages. Joanna's patient, responsible, and creative approach allows her to build trusting relationships with children while encouraging their independence and confidence. In her free time, she enjoys reading, spending time outdoors, swimming, walking her dog, exploring new places, and making lasting memories with family and friends. Joanna is ready to join your family in November 2026!

Jonah is a 26-year-old Nurse who currently works as an ICU nurse at a university hospital, specializing in the care of critically ill patients, including those with complex gastrointestinal conditions, kidney and liver transplants, and dialysis needs. During his nursing training, he gained valuable pediatric experience on both a neonatal and pediatric cardiology ward, where he cared for premature and newborn babies as well as children of all ages, supporting their medical needs while working closely with their families. His experience with medication, monitoring, feeding, personal care, and supporting children through medical procedures will allow him to provide attentive, knowledgeable care while helping his host children feel safe, supported, and encouraged in their development. Jonah is calm, thoughtful, precise, and highly responsible, with a strong desire to help others reach their potential. In his free time, he loves traveling, hiking, riding his motorcycle, swimming and snorkeling, and exploring nature and wildlife. He also has a strong love for animals, particularly dogs, and enjoys spending time with his close-knit family. Jonah can join your family in November 2026!

Maurien is a 23-year-old Early Childhood Educator in training from Germany who will complete her training later this year. She has hands-on experience working with children of different ages and needs, including in nursery and kindergarten settings and with children with special needs, as well as international experience from an internship in Spain. Her calm, empathetic, and creative approach allows her to create a safe and supportive environment while using games, painting, puzzles, and other engaging activities to encourage children’s learning, confidence, and development. Outside of work, Maurien enjoys playing tennis, piano, and spending time with friends, traveling, reading, and trying new activities. She is ready to join your family in November 2026!

Michaela is a 25 year old Special Needs Care Provider with hands-on experience supporting people with a wide range of disabilities and individual needs. Having grown up closely surrounded by family members with disabilities, she developed a natural understanding of and passion for working with people with special needs. She completed her professional training two years ago and has since worked full-time in a facility for people with disabilities, where she supports a group of eight clients with diverse needs, including autism, Down syndrome, mobility limitations, and assistance with daily activities such as feeding and personal care. She also previously worked in a kindergarten with children ages three to five. Michaela's calm, adaptable, and encouraging approach allows her to provide children with both the structure and safety they need while giving them opportunities to explore, build confidence, and develop independence at their own pace. In her free time, she enjoys going to the gym, swimming, reading, spending time with friends, watching movies and TV shows, and trying new activities. She also loves relaxing by the lake and experiencing Bavarian traditions, especially Christmas markets and baking during the winter season. Michaela can join your family in November 2026!

Selin is a 25-year-old registered Nurse from Germany who brings a strong combination of professional healthcare experience and hands-on childcare experience. Through her nursing training and kindergarten internship, where she cared for children ages 1.5–5, she has developed patience, empathy, responsibility, and the ability to respond calmly to children’s individual needs. She also plays an active role in caring for her 9-year-old brother with muscular dystrophy, giving her valuable experience supporting a child with additional needs and adapting activities to his abilities. Selin will bring this compassionate, attentive approach to her host children and help create a safe, supportive environment where they can grow and develop. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family and is excited to experience a new culture, improve her English, and become part of her host family. Selin is ready to join your family in November of 2026 and is open to extending for an additional year beyond the first!

Eva is a 19-year-old Physical Therapist from Munich, Germany, with a strong interest in health, sports, and child development. Through her physical therapy training and internships, she has gained experience working with children from infancy through adolescence and has developed a patient, attentive, and responsible approach to supporting individual needs. Her positive and energetic personality, combined with her professional understanding of movement, health, and development, will allow her to encourage the host children to stay active, build confidence, learn new skills, and thrive in their everyday lives. Eva also enjoys cooking and baking and would be happy to involve the children in age-appropriate activities in the kitchen. Outside of work, she loves snowboarding, cycling, running, swimming, traveling, and trying new activities, making her an active and enthusiastic companion for children. Eva is ready to join your family in December 2026!

Nico is a 23-year-old Social Worker from Germany who recently earned his Bachelor's degree and brings extensive experience supporting children and adolescents in a variety of care settings. Through his voluntary social service in a child and adolescent psychiatric clinic and more than three years of professional experience in residential care, he has worked with children ages 3 to 17, including those with special needs and mental health challenges. His patient, relationship-centered approach helps children feel safe, heard, and empowered while encouraging their independence, emotional well-being, and overall development through consistent guidance and meaningful everyday interactions. Nico enjoys creating engaging activities, supporting homework, exploring the outdoors, and fostering a structured, nurturing environment where children can thrive. In his free time, he loves hiking, road biking, spending time with family and friends, cooking, attending concerts, volunteering with his local fire department, and tackling hands-on projects and practical problem-solving. Nico is ready to join your family in December 2026!

Steffen is a 21 year old Special Needs Care Provider who is special needs care qualified and experienced with a varied list of diagnoses. He grew up on a farm with his close-knit family, where he learned the values of responsibility, teamwork, and compassion. Passionate about sports and staying active, he enjoys football, jogging, darts, and exploring new athletic challenges, and is eager to share this enthusiasm with children through engaging activities. Steffen brings valuable experience in working with children of various ages and abilities, having completed a 10-month internship at a daycare center for children and teens with disabilities and a three-week placement at a speech therapy kindergarten. His roles included organizing sports and creative activities, assisting with daily routines, and offering individual support—experiences that deepened his empathy, patience, and adaptability. Friendly, reliable, and empathetic, Steffen builds strong connections with children, tailoring his approach to their individual needs and promoting independence through structured yet playful interactions. He has been driving since 2020 in rural and challenging weather conditions, including transporting individuals with disabilities. Open to new experiences and always ready to learn, he looks forward to creating meaningful memories and positively impacting the lives of the children and family he supports beginning in mid-December 2026!

Louisa is a 25-year-old Physical Therapist with 5 years of professional experience. Since 2022, she has worked in a physical therapy practice specializing in orthopedics, surgery, and neurology, treating patients of all ages with a particular focus on children and adolescents between the ages of five and eighteen. Her experience includes working with children with scoliosis, other spinal and orthopedic conditions, injuries, ADHD, and autism, as well as supporting young patients following orthopedic surgery. With additional training in Manual Therapy, Exercise Therapy, and PNF, as well as experience with Bobath and Vojta approaches, Louisa brings valuable therapeutic knowledge and a calm, compassionate approach to her work. Her ability to adapt therapy to each child's individual needs, encourage confidence and independence, and support physical development will allow her to make a meaningful contribution to the host children's developmental success. Outside of work, Louisa is passionate about dancing, which she has enjoyed since she was four years old and continues to pursue competitively. She also loves traveling, discovering new cultures, hiking, cycling, spending time outdoors with family and friends, and reading. Louisa is ready to join your family in December 2026!

Madeleine (Maddi) is a 25-year-old Special Needs Care Professional with four years of specialized training and professional experience supporting children and adolescents with a wide range of disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, Down syndrome, epilepsy, and fetal alcohol syndrome. Through her work in both residential care settings and special education schools, she has developed exceptional skills in providing individualized care, promoting independence, and supporting each child's physical, emotional, and developmental growth. Her calm, compassionate nature and strong understanding of both behavioral and medical needs allow her to create a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. In her free time, Madeleine enjoys hiking, drawing, cooking, attending concerts, spending time with family and friends, and exploring Korean and Japanese culture. She is also dedicated to continuous learning and is currently improving her Korean language skills while learning sign language. Madeleine can join your family in December!

Aleyna is a 23-year-old registered Nurse who has been working in internal medicine at a hospital since September 2024 while also earning her Bachelor of Arts in Nursing. Through her extensive clinical experience, she has developed strong skills in caring for individuals with a wide range of medical and special needs, including patients with diabetes, asthma, neurological conditions, mobility limitations, feeding tubes, and other complex care needs. In addition, her experience on a maternity ward, her leadership role as a dance teacher for children and teens since 2018, and her internship in a kindergarten have given her valuable experience working with children of various ages and developmental levels. Aleyna's calm, patient, and positive nature, combined with her creativity and ability to teach through play, will enable her to make a meaningful contribution to the developmental success and well-being of her host children. She is passionate about creating supportive and engaging environments where children can grow, learn, and thrive. In her free time, Aleyna enjoys teaching dance, jogging, hiking, cycling, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends, bringing enthusiasm, energy, and warmth to everything she does. Aleyna is ready to join your family in January 2027 and is open to extending for an additional year!

Frederik (a.k.a. Freddy) is a 25-year-old Physical Therapist. Through internships in kindergartens, after-school childcare, and tutoring, as well as volunteer experience supporting people with physical and intellectual disabilities and an internship in integration assistance and youth welfare, she has developed strong patience, empathy, and communication skills. Her physiotherapy background will allow her to make a meaningful contribution to the children’s physical and developmental progress, particularly by encouraging movement, independence, confidence, and participation in daily activities. Freddy is caring, responsible, and reliable, and she enjoys being active in her free time, including going to the gym, participating in sports, spending time outdoors, and socializing with friends. Frederik can join your family in January 2027!

Sarah is a 25-year-old Nurse with two years of professional experience in forensic psychiatry and additional hands-on experience caring for children of different ages. Her nursing background has strengthened her patience, empathy, responsibility, and ability to recognize and respond to individual needs. During her pediatric placement, she cared for newborns and children and gained experience with feeding, diapering, personal hygiene, comforting, and monitoring children’s well-being. She also has regular experience caring for her three nephews, ages 1, 5, and 14. Sarah’s professional experience will allow her to provide the host children with a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment while encouraging their confidence, independence, and healthy development. She is warm, optimistic, outgoing, and dependable, and enjoys building meaningful connections with others. In her free time, Sarah loves playing tennis, spending time with family and friends, painting with acrylics, reading, playing the piano, attending concerts, visiting cafés, and spending time with her dog, Pablo. Sarah can join your family in January 2027!

Raphaela is a 23-year-old Occupational Therapist from Germany who is passionate about helping children develop confidence, independence, and the skills they need to thrive in everyday life. Through her occupational therapy training and internships, she gained hands-on experience working with children ages 4 to 16, including many with special needs, where she supported their motor, social, and emotional development using individualized, holistic approaches. Her patient, caring nature and ability to meet each child where they are will allow her to create engaging activities that encourage growth while fostering a positive and supportive environment. In her free time, Raphaela enjoys reading, cooking, drawing, and playing the clarinet and saxophone. She also loves spending time with family and friends, listening to music, and expressing her creativity, bringing warmth, calmness, and enthusiasm into every home she joins. Raphaela can join your family in January 2027!