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Amanda M.


Bethel Park, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Or Part Time Pediatric Rn With 9 Years Experience (private Duty/home health).

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I've been caring for medically fragile infants & children for 13+ years. I love helping the families and the child live the lives they want to live without letting their medical diagnosis interfere. I'm capable & confident working with children with various diagnosis and I enjoy learning new things everyday.
I have more than 2 years of experience in mental health projects and hold a Chinese Psychological Counselor Certificate and peer recover support . Have degree for pre school education and jewelry. I love art craft learning, I like working for individuals and I also like to learn about other people's lives and I always have fun...
I haven t really personally worked with special needs, but at my job now I work with a few and I love them, I always wanted to be a caregiver, but I recently turned 18 so that is why I am applying now. I would love to learn more and anything to help!!
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Diana V.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Playful And Easygoing

5.0

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Hello! My name is Diana and I am looking part time for a position as a caregiver to the elderly. I have been helping people who have mobility issues and cognitive issues and need some one around them and care for them. I have a really good report with those who are aging and bringing excitement to their day by playing all sorts...
5.0
"Diana has been a fabulous caregiver to my mom. She is punctual and flexible if we ever need to change days/times. She is always coming up with new ideas to keep my mom awake, alert and engaged. She plays games, does crafts and is willing to tackle new recipes. She...

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Ashley S.


McKeesport, PA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care Provider Available Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Ashley and I have been working in the healthcare field for the last 15 years. I have experience from skilled nursing to home healthcare working with individuals with different types of dementia and intellectual disabilities from mild to severe. Some of my responsibilities have been such things as meal prep,...
Ashley can also help with: Home modification, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"My Mother was feeling really nervous about having care come into the home. Ashley was so patient and kind she put my mother right at ease. Ashley did an amazing job caring for my Mom and dealing with the house. Highly recommend her! "

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Marina D.


Homestead, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs children all my life and prefer to work with children who are diagnosed as being autistic or on the autism spectrum. I worked at St. Peter's Child Development Center and the DePaul Institute for the hearing impaired. Most recently I was employed as a research assistant in the Neurophysiology...
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Chynna W.


East McKeesport, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Chynna. I am writing to express my interest in a special needs position. It is with great enthusiasm that I write this letter hoping to gain additional experience as a caregiver. I have past experience working with special needs children; as a camp counselor, a teacher's assistant, and as well as in my own home. As a...
5.0
"Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!"

Mehvish S.

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Tina E.


Coraopolis, PA

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Personal Care, Senior Companion

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a full time care giver in eldercare, teaching and nanny ive worked in the caregiving field for approximately 30 years. Each situation has been unique and has varied greatly with clients needs. My experience runs the full spectrum from a basic companion, reading , shopping, and friendship to the more skilled personal care of...
Tina can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Tina took care of my mother for a little over a year. My mother had stage 7 Alzheimer's and was under hospice care the whole time. Tina cared for her 3 days a week for 7 hours a day. She was always arrived early. She was always pleasant, willing to please and...

Kathy K.

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Denise B.


Ellsworth, PA

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Been doing this line of work at a very young age . I'm Medicine aide , CPR and First aide experience. Hands on experience with daily activities. I do modified sign language, worked with children and adults that are mentally challenge and ADHD and has had seizures disorders .
5.0
"Denise cared for our nephew with Coffin Lowry Syndrome for several years. We are not his custodians so we only saw them intermittently, but often. She is amazing with children and really cares about them and their families. Having seen her work with our nephew and...

Chuck B.

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Dawn M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Your Loved One Is Everythingl

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I began home health and hospice care at the age of 18. With over 25 years of experience (the gauge would not let me move past 10), I worked with individuals with physical, emotional, and developmental disabilities. My experience spans many diagnoses. Volunteering is also something I enjoy in the hospice field. My schedule is...
Dawn can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Dawn is empathetic, patient and innovative with how to handle situations. She was a volunteer for hospice and assisted with patient and was helpful to the families"

Deborah S.

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Beth B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

Hi! I'm an occupational therapist with 25 years of experience. I worked with both children and adults. i've recently moved back to the Pittsburgh area after spending 20+ years in Knoxville Tennessee. I have three grown children, adore dogs, and like spending time outside. I am restarting a business which emphasizes...
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Amanda N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! I'm extremely passionate about special needs, my 4 year daughter was diagnosed with Autism in 2015, so I have a little knowledge of speech therapy, occupational therapy, and learning to deal with sensory issues. I used to work for a company as an independent contractor. I went to homes and served as a companion for young...
4.0
"Amanda is the mother of a special needs child. She is very patient and very capable of caring and working with special needs."

Kay L.

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Kristi D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$31-32/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You With A Smile

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kristi, I am looking to help make differences in the world, your family and better the quality of life for every individual that has abilities and personal struggles. I have 10+ years of experiences in the work field, an undergraduate focused in Early Childhood atypical and typical. My Masters Degree is in...
5.0
"Kristi, has been engaged over the past 2 years in support of our teenage daughter; over this period Kristi serve as an integral and positive professional. We would like to acknowledge specifically that Kristi quickly created a positive relationship with our...

Tim T.

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Theresa W.


Homestead, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I love caring for others and helping them to be as happy and as healthy as possible. My experience includes a wide range of physical and mental disabilities. I can use and maintain feeding tube, tracheostomy tube, IV's, respiratory equipment, suction equipment, physical therapy equipment and aids.
Theresa can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Theresa is so kind and empathetic. Her skills and experience rival most nurses. Her dedication and dependability are so refreshing. She meets and exceeds all expectations! She is undaunted by sudden changes and is always willing to pitch in when extra help is...

Elizabeth L.

Hello, my name is Theresa. I have an Associates degree in Nursing. I have over 10 years experience in private duty/ home care. I have additional certifications in medically complex/special needs children and adults with dementia/alzheimers~ I am CPR/AED certified and have all clearances. References available upon request. Please...
Theresa can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

CPR

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Cynthia L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special needs provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with 3 families for over 5 years. I have been with one family until he was put into group home permanently. I feel that continuity is important when dealing with special needs children.
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Samantha M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I am a nursing major at Kent State University and I am looking to get more experience in care-giving! I have spent the last two summers working with a special needs child (40 hours a week). He suffers from ataxia autism, ADHD and difficulty speaking/communicating. In the past, I have also volunteered to assist with Special...
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Brittany L.


Monongahela, PA

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available

I have experience working with adults with multiple diagnosis and children on the spectrum. I am also a certified special education teacher.
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Michele C.


Coraopolis, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings, I have served a couple families through Care. com. My availability is for p/t. Also I prefer local areas between Kennedy twp/ Coraopolis and Sewickley. I have clearances, CPR/First-Aid and medication administration certifications. My resume, clearances, and references are available for your review. My 22 years...
I am currently in school for occupational therapy (2nd year student). I am very comfortable caring for children with disabilities. All I would need is someone to show me what they'd like me to do, and I'll do it.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Canonsburg, PA

Diana V.

5.0

Diana has been a fabulous caregiver to my mom. She is punctual and flexible if we ever need to change days/times. She is always coming up with new ideas to keep my mom awake, alert and engaged. She plays games, does crafts and is willing to tackle new recipes. She even brings my mom communion, as...

- Care member

Ashley S.

5.0

My Mother was feeling really nervous about having care come into the home. Ashley was so patient and kind she put my mother right at ease. Ashley did an amazing job caring for my Mom and dealing with the house. Highly recommend her!

- Care member

Chynna W.

5.0

Chynna came to clean my house, she was very respectful and did a good job with housekeeping. She was detailed and thorough!

- Mehvish S.

Tina E.

5.0

Tina took care of my mother for a little over a year. My mother had stage 7 Alzheimer's and was under hospice care the whole time. Tina cared for her 3 days a week for 7 hours a day. She was always arrived early. She was always pleasant, willing to please and accommodating. She was kind and very...

- Kathy K.

Denise B.

5.0

Denise cared for our nephew with Coffin Lowry Syndrome for several years. We are not his custodians so we only saw them intermittently, but often. She is amazing with children and really cares about them and their families. Having seen her work with our nephew and interact with the family, I can...

- Chuck B.

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