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Karen S.


Athens, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible And Sociable

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I am retired from teaching special needs children. I have experience with stroke patients. I'm very dependable.
Karen can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Amanda B.


Hudson, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

12 Years Special Needs Caregiver Experience

5.0

(2)

I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and...

Ilze E.

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Megan P.


Hudson, NY

$25-30/hr

Senior Companion / Homemaker

I am the Mom of an amazing 6-year-old who is diagnosed with multiple disabilities, which I prefer to call exceptionalities. I am kind, loving, nurturing and patient. Previous to becoming a Mom, I owned my own freelance business in a highly creative field where I was responsible for handling large budgets, allocating funds in...
Megan can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
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Kayla G.


Hudson, NY

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Growing up I've always had a strong desire to help others in any way that I could. Currently I am in nursing school and halfway done with my dream of becoming an RN! I began working with, and caring for, seniors on and off since 2013. In total, I've worked with over 20 seniors with development disabilities, dementia,...
Kayla can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, personal care, respite care, dementia
I have worked with children who have special needs one-on-one in the classroom.
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Stephanie W.


Hudson, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an exceptional work record and have a lot of experience in all aspects of the nursing field, including pediatrics, geriatrics, vents, assisted feeding machine and so much more. I am CPR and AED certified, therefore I can and will handle emergencies if they occur.
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Thresa C.


Hudson, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Thresa . I have experience with children with special needs , behaviors , mental health , autism ticks & others . I am also a CNA my specialty is dementia & hospice worked at many nursing homes & agency . I am also in the child care field I've had 2x a home exempt day care in my own home . I work also thru a nanny...
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Arianna J.


Ghent, NY

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

I worked with Aim Services Inc for 3 years with their self direction program. I helped people with mobility issues, wanting to learn social skills and independence, and so much more. I love working with kids as I am a mom myself but I also have experience working with young adults and seniors. Most of my experience is with...
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Heather G.


Ghent, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in the health care field for a little over 9 years now. I have worked with the elderly and also with developmentally disabled. Both fields hold a huge place in my heart. I am a very caring and hard working woman. I love to help people in any way that I can to the best of my ability, but I also like to learn to...
Heather can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Jonathan D.


Hudson, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

LOOING FOR WORK

Hello my name Jonathan I worked as a home health aide for over 10 years. I'm fully vaccinated and I have experience with Hoyer lift training, CPR training, Mentally and physically disabled patients of all ages. I'm a good worker and have been in this field 20+ years. I'm currently working Home Care part time and at New York...
Jonathan can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Tanika W.


Claverack, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

Hi, I have over 20 years experience as a trained Social Worker. During this time, I have worked with different populations. In my most recent adventure, as I like to call it, I work with individuals with various intellectual disabilities - majorly Autism. I am patient, caring, flexible and adaptable. I love doing arts and...
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Stephanie N.


Cairo, NY

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caring Compassionate Home Health Aide

I have years of experience with different disabilities. Can do errands medication reminders meals bathing cleaning.
Stephanie can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Angelina P.


Selkirk, NY

$16-24/hr10 yrs exp

Have A Place In My Heart For People With Disabilities

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the human service field sense I was 18 and prior to that growing up my family always worked in that field also grew up helping take care of my grandfather who had a sever brain injury and behaviors. This field comes natural to me and something I am compassionate about. I also have a 6-year-old who's disabled and...
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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder. I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
Cindy can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"My husband and I highly recommend Cindy for senior care. Cindy was an amazing healthcare assistant. Cindy took care of my mother in law for a little over a year when my husband and I were at work. My mother in law has Parkinson's disease, and Cindy helped her to...

Kelly H.

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Angelina P.


Selkirk, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Helping One Person Might Not Change The World, But It Could Change The World For One Person

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate caregiver with 20 years of experience with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, hospice, dementia and companion care as well. I have also worked in the human service field for 8 years so have allot of experience with different physical and mental disabilities. I love being a caregiver because you can make an enormous...
Angelina can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Definitely recommend! Angelina was always on time and happy to see us. She is very well organized and cares about the work she is doing. She wasn't just someone taking care of my mother she became part of the family. Not only was my mother taken care of. 100% but...

Jamie M.

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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23. I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
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Karin T.


Valatie, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

RN with 25 years of direct care experience now working in home care. I've worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients as well as the MR/DD population. I'm happy to do hygiene care, PT, household chores, food shopping, and med appointments, as well.
Karin can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
"In full disclosure, I have known Karin for many years. She provided respite for me in taking care of developmentally disabled adults who lived in my home. She was an excellent worker then and with her further education she is even more so now. I asked Karin if...

Mary B.

I am a fun loving energenic LPN with 24+ years experience . I started my own business in 2021 and have experience working with individuals with both physical and mental disabilities along with patients with Alzheimers and Dementia . I have experience working as a LPN Supervisor in a home health agency setting along with...
Shelly can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Shelly provided exceptional care for my grandfather, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to his well-being. Her compassion and dedication were evident in every interaction, creating a nurturing and supportive environment that significantly improved his quality...

Elisabeth D.

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Terri M.


Red Hook, NY

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

I have experience working as an RN in homecare supervising cna's, working in urgent care, working at a preschool and special needs school, working in the psychiatric unit of a local hospital, and teaching a medication course to direct care workers who work with differently abled adults in group homes. Personally I have...
Terri can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands
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Shana H.


Red Hook, NY

$20-25/hr

Aide For Child( Or Children) W/ Special Needs

I have worked with children with special needs in the past in an educational setting as an intern as assistant teacher and I find helping those who have difficulties very rewarding due to my own learning as a child being alternative in nature I find I can be very helpful to those who struggle with alternative learning styles. I...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Athens, NY

Amanda B.

5.0

Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and skill-building on a number of daily...

- Ilze E.

Cindy H.

5.0

I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with requests from a therapist such as...

- Carolyn G.

Angelina P.

5.0

Angie always came with great sense of humor and a story. She would really do anything necessary to help me. I enjoyed the time with her. She was always punctual and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for help and support.

- Care member

Karin T.

5.0

I hired Karin to assist with caring for my parents. One has Alzheimer's and the other Parkinson's Disease. She worked with us for a couple years until their conditions required 24hour care. She was absolutely fantastic with both! Always punctual, extremely organized, gentle yet firm when the...

- Carolyn S.

Shelly F.

5.0

Shelly provided exceptional care for my grandfather, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to his well-being. Her compassion and dedication were evident in every interaction, creating a nurturing and supportive environment that significantly improved his quality of life. Shelly's warm and engaging...

- Elisabeth D.

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