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Amanda M.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$17/hr

5.0

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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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Jennifer C.


Deer Park, NY

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am an experienced loving nursing assistant and radiology student who loves kids and people and wants to make everyone feel equally the same, I'm willing to help and eager the individual to be their best self each and everyday as well as helping with their everyday tasks
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Nevilla P.


North Babylon, NY

$18-35/hr2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate, long time child/adult care provider with more than 2 years of experience. My experience is both in home and group home settings. In addition to child care, I have worked primarily as a Direct support professional providing care and companionship to developmentally and/or physically disabled people in their day to...
Nevilla can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"A great cook, hard worker and a very nice person."

Tracy W.

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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: Mobility assistance, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Our family are fortunate to know Elise for over 10 years. She has been wonderful with my parents and children. Elise is a caring, patient, and a compassionate caregiver. She goes above and beyond for her clients. She is empathetic towards her clients and families....

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

my name is Mary. Im 61 yrs of age. I'm active and full of energy. I am looking for a caretaker job. Have experience. My attributes-loving caring great companion personable great cook care for all your needs. Im a gem as I've been told . please call if interested
5.0
"Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework...

Tim K.

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David L.


Smithtown, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot; they were going to the gym together, cooking together, etc. Dave is mature, affable, friendly, easy-going,...

Maureen R.

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Mayreni H.


Bay Shore, NY

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years. I'd...
Mayreni can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Eva F.


West Babylon, NY

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Friendly, Nonsmoker, And Love Seniors

Hi. I have a lot of experience working with people with special needs and seniors. I worked at a Community Center in Manhattan for about 12 years where I interacted with seniors on a daily basis. I worked at the fitness center, in the Membership Office (where I encouraged seniors to stay active),and also worked for the Senior...
My name is Joann Ingoglia I have lived in the East Northport community for over 35 years were I raised my 2 children. Presently I work for the Commack School District for over 20 years. I've been with students and of all ages including special needs. I am a caring, reliable and trustworthy person who will care for your family...
Joann can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Valerie G.


Brentwood, NY

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I work as a certified Nursing assistant in a Dementia Unit. It's been a thought, caring and lovely journey. I been a certified nursing assistant over a year. I also worked as a certified nursing assistant with kids who had special needs.
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Margaret K.


West Babylon, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Available

I am a very caring, loving, reliable, bubbly and easy going person who love and take my work very seriously. I have worked with the Elderly and children. I have worked with Dementia , Alzheimer's, nonverbal client , developmental delay, and other ailments. I can assist with bathing, dressing, medication, meals, activities and...
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Ana R.


Brentwood, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Ana. I am 34 years old. I have my home health aide certificate and I also have experience with children with disabilities. I have a 7-year-old girl with autism and I have that experience in myself.
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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.
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Maureen M.


Lake Grove, NY

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistance

I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. I am affiliated with Brookhaven hospital and also a Stonybrook University. I have worked on Department Of, Cardiology, Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology, and pulmonology working alongside Professor's and Attending's .
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Lauren M.


Centereach, NY

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

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: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Juliana F.


Kings Park, NY

$18-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver With Experience Of All Ages, Specialty In Special Needs Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My brother is 20-years-old and has autism and ADHD. I grew up caring for him. Additionally, I was a life coach for a 21-year-old non-verbal autistic girl, a babysitter for 2 years of a 6-year-old non-verbal autistic girl and a babysitter for a 10-year-old non-verbal boy. Additionally, I have experience with children from ages 6...
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for elderly, to teenagers. With me, your love ones will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum supervision is...
SUNY Buffalo Nursing student with a passion for helping others and taking the stress out of child and teen care for families of any size.
Helping to perform daily goal and maintain in a safe surrounding And Also keeping individual active to prevent any incident.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Central Islip, NY

Amanda M.

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.

Nevilla P.

5.0

A great cook, hard worker and a very nice person.

- Tracy W.

Elise H.

5.0

Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to have her in our lives.

- Care member

Mary C.

5.0

Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework help and was so creative in coming up...

- Tim K.

David L.

5.0

We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot; they were going to the gym together, cooking together, etc. Dave is mature, affable, friendly, easy-going, capable and responsible. Would be...

- Maureen R.

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