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Patty D.


Bedford, MA

$30-35/hr2 yrs exp

It's Always Half Full.

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Honest, reliable, compassionate, the glass is half-full, fun. Non-smoker. I do it for the joy of it. Currently a PT receptionist at premier assisted living & memory care facility. Retired Producer & 3 decade company owner. 12 yr volunteer at the Bedford COA & Minuteman Senior Services. State certified in Memory Care: NIDE...
Patty can also help with: Companionship, transportation, dementia, respite care, errands
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Gretchen C.


Bedford, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am 38 years old with a bachelors in criminal justice with a minor in psychology. My most recent work experience is with high school aged developmentally delayed children. I have been working with children, elderly and disabled for roughly 12 years total. I have a range of experience including but not limited to behavioral,...
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Gretchen C.


Bedford, MA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Gretchen. I am 38 years old. I have 10+ years experience working with The elderly and disabled population. I have worked with the Behavioral Health Network as a residential support specialist, Community Teamwork as an Outreach Coordinator and Neuro Restorative residential support specialist as well as personal...
Gretchen can also help with: Dementia, transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
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Alicia N.


Arlington, MA

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Associate/HHA/ Special Needs

5.0

(4)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 16+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care , Personal Care and Special needs, and Companionship. I have been a Geriatric caregiver since 2005 I worked for my company for 6 yrs and been a private caregiver for 10 yrs. Am very compassionate, patience, understanding and easy to talk to. I have a very humorous side...
Alicia can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, home modification, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely recommend her as a trusting and caring helper."

Diana O.

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Prisca N.


Belmont, MA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I am a former Direct support professional (DSP) employee of Devereux Behaviour School. I have over 5 years experience of caring for children with special needs including one on one support, breaking tasks into smaller manageable steps; Behavior management, emotional support and setting up a reward system. some of my previous...
5.0
"Prisca is personable and very informed. She connects well with the client and speaks her mind. Her swift communication helped us stay up to date with our late father and Prisca played a big role as his aide. We hope to work with Prisca again whenever need arises as...

Immaculate M.

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Jean V.


Concord, MA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Private Caregiver Available Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a retired Vocational Nurse with 30 years experience. I am compassionate, very skilled, confident and kind. I have worked for clients through care. com for 10 years. In the capacity of Nanny, elder care and care of a disabled child. I have a lot of experience with Dementia patients and hospice. I enjoy caring for babies and...
Jean can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"My family is so grateful to have had Jean's help with my mother-in-law, who has severe dementia. Jean immediately connected with her, and appeared genuinely at ease in an old, "well-lived-in" home complete with a trio of old dogs and a surrounding jungle. She...

Jessica S.

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Rick P.


Wilmington, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Direct Support Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work in a Direct Support role for adults with disabilities and have experience as a Skills Trainer for adolescents and young adults with ASD and other developmental and intellectual disabilities through the DESE/DDS program. I also have Family Support case management experience in a DDS contracted Family Support Center.
5.0
"Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community, and they have a great time together. I will definitely be hiring him again and again :)"

Tricia S.

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Doreen G.


Waltham, MA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a professional caregiver with experience of 15 years working with seniors and people with disabilities and those that have a lot of needs especially those that have dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke patients, Parkinson's disease, and kids with autism. I also provide my clients with transportation especially when are going for...
5.0
"Doreen is is a very caring and compassionate person. She is extremely patient, trustworthy and dependable."

Kathleen R.

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Olivia B.


Arlington, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Caring for those with special needs is absolutely what I am most passionate about. I have a bachelors in moderate special education PreK-8 and a masters in Severe Special Education. I currently work in Malden MA as a special education teacher. I work with individuals with a range of special needs. I have worked with children as...
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Claire K.


Woburn, MA

$25-40/hr8 yrs exp

Happy Yo Work With Elderly

4.4

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Interesting caregiver very courteous and love making the elderly smile. Patient care: Providing care to elderly and disabled clients in a professional and compassionate manner. Duties include meal preparation, personal hygiene and bathroom needs, patient lifting, vitals recording and administering medication according to...
Claire can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, home modification, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Claire did a wonderful job caring for my wife. She is compassionate, patient and friendly. She was very dependable and always let us know of any schedule changes well in advance. She was exactly what we needed."

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Emily A.


Medford, MA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Teacher On Summer Break!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Science teacher in Douglas, MA with experience as an EMT and PCA for 3+ years. Looking forward to connecting!
5.0
"Emily knows just how to handle my special needs young adult when he is upset. She's great with de-escalating the challenging family situations that occur in my home. She's super responsible and clear headed, too."

Katrina F.

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Jean V.


Concord, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Nurse Available Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I presently work in a home for developmentally delayed individuals. I have 30 years experience as a Licensed Nurse caring for all ages of medically fragile and special needs individuals. I really love my work and the people I care for and I am highly skilled, reliable and confident.
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Jessica M.


Waltham, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I graduated with a BA in Special Education from Boston University, and hold a masters degree from UMass Boston and a teaching license in Moderate Disabilities, grades 5-12. I work at Perkins School for the Blind as a teacher for deafblind students. I have 10 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities...
5.0
"Jessica is a remarkable care giver. Experienced, highly skilled, patient centered, and a strong communicator."

Chris R.

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Samantha C.


Tewksbury, MA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher (PreK-8)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dual Masters Degree - Lesley University Moderate Disabilities (Pre-K) & Elementary Ed. (1-6) 5+ Years Experience Experience working with students with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Etc. Experience with Preschool Ages Students as well as 2nd - 5th Grade.
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Sherry E.


Chelmsford, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, My name is Sherry, I have over 10 years of experience caring for the elderly, disabled, companion care and household management. It would be my pleasure to assist with meals, errands, feeding, light housekeeping, bathing, dressing, transportation, and companionship. My specialty is my appreciation for older ones;...
Sherry can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Sherry is one of the most empathetic compassionate kind caretakers I've met"

Sylvia R.

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Rashidah N.


Stoneham, MA

$40/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable Private Duty Caregiver with experience of 6 years I am very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Great at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong support with a client. Specialized in elderly and special needs patients. Certified in first aid,...
Rashidah can also help with: Dementia, respite care, errands, personal care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Rashidah did a fantastic job managing the conflict that always came up during the care-taking of my 80 year old Father. well Conflict is inevitable, especially when we're on deadline and people are stressed, but she knew how to make both sides feel heard. If it...

Avain R.

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Lindsey C.


Woburn, MA

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Looking to make a difference in someone's life by helping them with their daily needs. I am an experienced Home Health Aide and am CPR certified. Please reach out to me and we can talk about your needs and how I can be of help. I look forward to hearing from you! Lindsey :)
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Cynthia B.


Arlington, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Expert Senior Caregiver / Caregiver Coach

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 plus years of experience. I went to Wellesley College and Harvard Grad School. I have a background in medicine. I am warm, open hearted and take pleasure working with seniors. I ensure the highest client safety and well-being. I have glowing references. Experience in day and night care. Have assisted clients with...
Cynthia can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Cynthia worked for us for over a year, caring for our parents who both had different types of dementia. She always met each where they were. Cynthia is cheery, dependable and brilliantly adept at lifting everyone’s mood; she is entertaining and engaging and...

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Namande N.


Woburn, MA

$26/hr4 yrs exp

A Compassionate Friend

My name is Marion. I have been working as a caregiver to the seniors for the last six years. , I am a certified nursing Assistant and CPR , first Aide trained and MAP certified . I have experience in caring for individuals with special needs, seniors with Dementia and Alzheimer's. I am driven by the passion to care for others...
Namande can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She was my surpervisor in a group home and she a good team player how showed a lot of compassion and was ever on time"

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Bedford, MA

Alicia N.

5.0

My family hired Alicia to care for my 88 year old dad after a bad fall. She was extremely caring and helpful and did a great job with him. I would hirely recommend her as a trusting and caring helper.

- Diana O.

Prisca N.

5.0

Prisca is personable and very informed. She connects well with the client and speaks her mind. Her swift communication helped us stay up to date with our late father and Prisca played a big role as his aide. We hope to work with Prisca again whenever need arises as she's our go to person. I...

- Immaculate M.

Jean V.

5.0

My family is so grateful to have had Jean's help with my mother-in-law, who has severe dementia. Jean immediately connected with her, and appeared genuinely at ease in an old, "well-lived-in" home complete with a trio of old dogs and a surrounding jungle. She provided kind, honest, and compassionate...

- Jessica S.

Rick P.

5.0

Rick has worked with my son many times. He is very dependable, and my son really enjoys his company! I hired Rick to take my son out into the community, and they have a great time together. I will definitely be hiring him again and again :)

- Tricia S.

Doreen G.

5.0

Doreen is a fantastic worker, she cares deeply about her work and is very passionate about the care she gives her clients. She has a special quality about her and as soon as you meet her you will adore her! She has a calming presence and a warm and friendly smile. She is punctual, reliable, and...

- Kathleen M.

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