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Special needs adult care in Centereach, NY

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Lauren M.


Centereach, NY

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

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I have alot of experience as a caregiver I have worked with special needs adults for over 5 years. I am comfortable with tolieting, bathing, and dressing and will promote independence whenever possible. I have worked with young adults but mostly middle aged and senior clients. I'm a really caring and kind person and thats why I...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
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Melissa C.


Centereach, NY

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care / Companion/ Help With ADL's, I Am A Retired Nurse

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

CPR certified, Health Care background, Car, Loves helping others , 20 plus years experience to seniors, specializing in Alzheimer's/ dementia care , Pediatric and Neonatal baby nursing. Special needs , and I've nannied and worked with children for 37 years. Professionally for 27 years
Melissa can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Lauren M.


Centereach, NY

$23-32/hr7 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs people for most of my adult life it bring me alot of joy. The thing I love most is that I never have a dull day at work and I feel like I'm helping. I always try to look for the good in people and every situation and try to bring joy to everything I do.
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Kaitlin S.


Centereach, NY

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education Teachers Assistant!

Hi! My name is Kaitlin and I'm a special education teacher's assistant! I'm currently attending college to get my special education teaching degree. I've worked with many different children and teens on the spectrum for many years. I have over 5 years of nannying and babysitting experience as well. Please feel free to ask me any...
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Alexis A.


Centereach, NY

$20-25/hr

Direct Support Professional

Hello! I'm 25, and my name is Alexis. I am a outgoing and patient. I have worked as a Direct Support Professional for 4 years-taking care of multiple individuals in their own home. Feeding, bathing, and participating in activities. I am studying for social work/occupational therapy.
Hi! My name is Sophia and I'm a licensed social worker. Prior to getting licensed, I worked as a home health aid and care manager. I have a passion for helping people and am interested in connecting to see if we'd be able to work together!
I've worked with children ages 13-18 with disabilities for 6 years. Some of the most beautiful people It was truly the most rewarding time of my life. I've worked with children with autism, Down syndrome, adhd.
Compassionate and experienced Home Health Aide care giver specializing in caring for the elderly, persons suffering from illnesses and those with disabilities. Adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot care for themselves and those who require a more intense level of patient care. Experienced in assisting patients...
Bernice can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

5.0

(2)

I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me "

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Myra M.


East Setauket, NY

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...
Myra can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, personal care, errands
Skills:

CPR

3.0
"Incorrectly shows Myra was hired. She was interviewed"

Catherine L.

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."

Philomena R.

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Ayishetu O.


Mount Sinai, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Ayishetu is my name, Responsible Home health Aide with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over 10 years of experience in the healthcare. Proficient in providing exceptional in-homes support to patients with wide of disability, illnesses or other challenges. Experience in medication, Assistance with daily living,...
Ayishetu can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ayishetu has just started helping to care for my father-in-law. She has been wonderful! She knows her way around all of my FIL medical needs, and has a wonderful way about her in helping him physically. He is a very proud man and loosing his strength and ability...

Ariel Z.

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Karen A.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I am looking for a part-time caregiver position working with individuals with special needs. I have more than 15 years of experience, specializing in supporting those with cerebral palsy, autism, and other developmental challenges. My expertise includes daily living assistance, medication management, and social engagement...
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Jennifer C.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "

Emil R.

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."

Meryl B.

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Roxane S.


Patchogue, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Former Mental Health Social Worker

I have over 10 years experience working with elderly people. I am very reliable punctual kind caring and very flexible. I have very good communication skills and very patient. I am flexible with hours. Meal prep and feeding. local errands. Drs appointments. Pet care. I have many years experience of giving medications as well as...
Roxane can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia & more
5.0
"Roxane, Is the most caring person I have known, cares for the elderly with Dementia or any other related conditions extremely well. She has all the qualities in a person and confidence to handle the care required."

William M.

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Tasheeya W.


Middle Island, NY

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Tasheeya. I am 34 years old. I have been working in the home care field with the elderly population as well as the mentally disabled population since I was 18 years old.
Tasheeya can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Tasheeya has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition. She is also very dependable. Tasheeya displays sound judgement and always has a practical and logical approach in all she does. She's very knowledgeable in the field and will...

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Elise H.


Nesconset, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elise is truly special. She is a well mannered, kind and passionate person. I was very impressed with the care she gave my mom who has Alzheimer’s Disease. Elise has a great personality and a very strong work ethic. She easily adapted to my mom’s needs and worked...

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Christina D.


Middle Island, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Very Well Versed Companion, Home Health Aide And Care Coordinator Plus Animal Lover All In One!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience supporting and working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities in various settings. I have provided supports and services in the following settings; private homes, residential ( group homes and nursing homes) and community based settings. I have experience with providing the...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, specialized care, dementia & more
5.0
"Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She...

Demme M.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Centereach, NY

Chynel W.

5.0

I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me

- Care member

Myra M.

3.0

Incorrectly shows Myra was hired. She was interviewed

- Catherine L.

Jaclyn P.

5.0

Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver.

- Philomena R.

Ayishetu O.

5.0

Ayishetu gave great care to my mother over the weekend while I was away. My mother is battling Dementia/Alzheimers. Ayishetu is reliable, accountable, professional and experienced. I will hire Ayishetu again and highly recommend her.

- Nadjamy J.

Jennifer C.

5.0

Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her.

- Emil R.

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