I have 20 years of experience in caretaking roles with people of all ages; 10 of those years were spent working with special needs children in classroom settings. I have nannied for newborns, infants and older children. Before shifting to fulltime work as a yoga instructor and licensed massage therapist, I was the house manager at a group home for special needs adults. I am also a trained hospice volunteer. Clearly, my life's work revolves around helping other humans, mostly just by being present (not on my phone!) and listening to them.