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Emily C.


Akron, PA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I have cared for two people professionally with challenges deafness with cochlear implants, and a mitochondrial disease. I can also cared for someone with Down syndrome and someone with autism spectrum disorder. I think everyone should be treated the same in some ways and I love showing people with disorders that there is...
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Caroline L.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Registered Nurse with a BSN degree with past experience in direct patient care in skilled nursing and rehabilitation environments and Hospice care. I also have experience in patients with dementia and have worked as a RN Supervisor in long term care. Currently, I am looking to use my experience and compassion to help...
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"I am a 49 year-old woman with progressive multiple sclerosis for the past 21 years. I am wheelchair-bound and need assistance with many daily activities. Carri has helped me on and off for the past 10 months or so and has been just wonderful! Her primary tasks...

Kari W.

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Joanne W.


Stevens, PA

$32/hr4 yrs exp

Joanne, From Lancaster Pa

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 59 mother of three children. BS in Finance from St Josephs University College, Philadelphia, 87. Equestrian Instructor Certificate from Penn y Bryn Equestrian School, Chester Springs Pa, 82. I loved teaching riding lessons to a variety of students, some showed others were pleasure riders and many were disabled. I was...
Joanne can also help with: Dementia, companionship, personal care, hospice services
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"I am so thankful that by some chance Joanne was available just when we needed help with my mother. She was amazing. She was able to connect with my mother and they quickly became friends. My mother had Alzheimer's and needed help with bathing, dressing, meals,...

Kelly K.

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Jesse C.


Lancaster, PA

$22-40/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hello. My name is Jesse and I am a 41-year-old male with over 3 years of experience working with a Senior with special needs in a home setting. My care included feeding, bathing, and helping administer his medication. The individual I cared for suffered from a stroke and was confined to a bed and a motorized wheelchair, so bed...
Jesse can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, live-in home care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Lillian K.


Lancaster, PA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Lillian I am currently a college student. I have a little brother with special needs. I have also volunteered which is a summer camp for kids with special needs. And I have also volunteered which is a soccer team for kids with special needs.
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Alexis H.


Lancaster, PA

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional/BHT

In the past few years I've worked primarily in disability and behavior support both as a direct support professional and as a behavioral health technician! I am honored to do this work and currently looking to add some more hours to my schedule.
I am a certified nursing assistant. I have many years experience with infants to senior citizens. I have baby sat many children of my friends and all my nieces and nephews. My oldest nephew is 20 so I have a lot of experience with kids. I have 4 years experience with senior citizens and as a cna/rna.
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Delia S.


New Holland, PA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Dementia. I've worked in a nursing home for three years I'm 19 years old I enjoy taking care of the elderly and kid and dogs. I am really good at taking care of special needs kids and adults. I am serve safe certified and I'm doing college online for certified medical...
Delia can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, light cleaning
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Melissa K.


Ephrata, PA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Certified DSP

Hello! I'm Melissa from Ephrata, in Lancaster County. I am a PA Certified Direct Support Aide. I have 4 years experience working with special needs a and over 20 years experience working as a Caregiver. My schedule is flexible and I look forward to hearing from you to discuss your current needs. Thank you
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Jesse C.


Lancaster, PA

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

I have over 5 years of combined experience working in different health care settings including live-in private care, groups homes, and caregiving agencies. I am a certified CNA and have had many ongoing hours of training in the field. I have worked as a personal caregiver for individuals with Alzheimer's, stroke, cognitive, and...
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Tonya M.


East Earl, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi I'm Tonya :)

I have worked with children for about 10 years now. It started with baby sitting then I graduated high school with my early childhood education certificate. I moved on to a daycare where I learned how to care for children and keep the kiddos happy and safe. I nannied for a family of 2 boys where 1 boy was diagnosed with autism...
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Cheryl H.


Lititz, PA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate, Dependable, Experienced Caregiver Looking for Someone to Take Care Of.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a primary caregiver to a woman with MS for over 15 years. I am now with a referral agency and take care of mostly elderly and special need clients. I very much enjoy what I do and I treat your family like they are my own. I have some medical experience with certain issues. I've dealt with feeding tubes, catheters,...
Dedicated program director with 15 years of experience in event and program planning, currently leading initiatives to support individuals with disabilities through adaptive recreation. As a mother of two, I excel in multitasking and managing diverse responsibilities, ensuring that both my professional and personal commitments...
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Carol K.


Adamstown, PA

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

My goal is to assist you or your loved one in living a quality life and improving it in any way possible in accordance with the Golden Rule. I have over 10 years of experience in providing direct care for elderly and disabled individuals. Skilled in providing or assisting with personal care, taking vitals, medications, cooking...
Carol can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, mobility assistance, errands, home modification & more
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Susan S.


East Petersburg, PA

$15-22/hr

Former Activities Coordinator For Elder Care

I am trained in art and design, but I have a strong, compassionate nature. I have a love of teaching and lifelong learning. I love exploring and sharing my knowledge with humans of all ages. I have taught art and cooking to elementary aged kiddos. I try to push their creativity and thinking skills. I have a strong background in...
Susan can also help with: Dementia, transportation, respite care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Nathalie R.


Lancaster, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

For several years, I worked in and out of schools, home, camps and clinics , nursing home from infants to the elder my passion. my specialty , and where I specialize most is in the autistic / special needs world, I am currently a registered behavioral technician who is looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing...
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Nancy K.


Lancaster, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fulltime Caregiver

I have been a care giver for more than 20 years. I have experience working at home, nursing home and hospital settings. I love caring for people who need help in their daily needs. I am currently working at UPMC litiz hospital and looking for a 1:1 job. I am well experienced and love my job. You will never regret if you give me...
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Olivia Q.


Ephrata, PA

$13-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hi I'm Olivia, my whole life has revolved around special needs as both my sister and my father have been deaf, legally blind since birth, as well as being on the Austin Spectrum. This is nothing new to me and I find uniqueness a great gift to be celebrated not discouraged or looked down upon. I hope to meet your loved ones. :)
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Morgan B.


Lititz, PA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Emergency Certified Special Education Teacher (Pre-K-12)

I have been emergency certified as a special education teacher for the last five school years. I teach emotional support grades 7-12 and have specialized experience working with students that require behavior and emotional support. I taught ESY (extended school year) as an Autistic Support teacher and have worked as a group...
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Michele P.


Denver, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

18 Years Of Childcare Service Experience

I'm currently an Assistant Director of a childcare center that has children ranging in age from 6 weeks old to 12 years old. I've been an employee for the same company for the last 18 years. Through all those years I've held positions in every classroom... Infants, Young Toddlers, Toddlers, Preschool, and Pre-K. I've also been...

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