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Elif K.


Cos Cob, CT

$23-35/hr

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I was going to part-time job for autism kid at white plains at weekends. I know how to behave and take care of them. Also when I was in Turkey I was taking care of adhd disorder kid some days like a volunteer
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Lila K.


Stamford, CT

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

Souls In Need

5.0

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Iam the daughter of a doctor, a surgeon, I use to go visit people with my dad, since I was a little girl. he is 75, he still helping others, and I will do the same way, never retired. I have experience with Alzheimer's all stages, down syndrome, autistics, quadriplegics, lime brain disorder, aggressive alcoholics, blind people,...
5.0
"Lila is a person who likes to help others, she is very passionate about what she does, she is helpful, kind, honest and a great person"

Andres G.

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Debbie F.


Greenwich, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Childcare Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was born and grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut, and I still live in this wonderful town. Childcare is my career and my passion, I truly love it; which is shown in my over 35 consecutive years of providing services to families in the community. Of these 35 years, I have about 20 years of experience working with children with...
5.0
"Debbie is fantastic! Always able to watch my son even at the last minute. My son absolutely loves her and asks to see her. She's very dependable and keeps my house tidy. She plays with him for the whole time and doesn't turn on the TV. My son has ADHD and she is...

Amanda J.

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Pablo R.


Stamford, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a seasoned caregiver with experiences working with the elderly having varied medical conditions in the comforts of their home, hospital, group homes, day program and nursing home. Presently, I work with special need people having developmental delay and various intellectual, psychological and physical disabilities. I am a...
5.0
"I've know Pablo through work for the past 2 years now, he has been one of the most caring, loving person I've come across since work in this field. What I love about Pablo is that he treats our clients like family, he makes them feel comfortable, he goes above and...

Jennyfer J.

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Carol B.


New Canaan, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Counselor, Teacher And Child & Animal Lover

I have been a counselor with special needs children and their families for 20 years. It takes a special person to work with special children and I am that person :)
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Svetlana R.


Norwalk, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Elderly Live In Care Giver

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working for people with various physical and mental disabilities. I'm a CNA, experienced in COPD, congestive heart failure, diabetes, Alzheimer, after stroke care, etc. I've been in this country for 17 years taking care of the elderly, and taking care of the elderly for 20 years in my home country Russia. I'm...
Svetlana can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Hi Svetlana - I really can't say enough about how wonderful it was to have Svetlana caring for my Mom. A terrific combination of professionalism and compassion. Great personality - lots of fun. Reliable, funny, well educated. We were very blessed and lucky to...

Maureen A.

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Elizabeth E.


Stamford, CT

$50/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor/Mentor/Childhood Advocate/Coach

I work as a special needs tutor/mentor/coach. I am having great success with social skills, writing, math, science, social studies and homework assistance. Empathetic and patient to the core, I find ways to communicate and to teach that are fun and fulfilling. Happiness is often based on the child's success in moving forward and...
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Rejoice B.


New Canaan, CT

$25-45/hr7 yrs exp

Home Care Companion

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Rejoice! I have more than 7years of experience doing private-duty and agency work. I am a HHA and now a CNA, I am also certified CPR. to be able to fully work with the elderly.. Working as a beauty consultant at a company for a year, I came into contact with a lot of older clients and I realized that my...
Rejoice can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Rejoice was wonderful. I would definitely hire her."

Elena G.

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Cinthia S.


White Plains, NY

$18-40/hr5 yrs exp

Med Tech

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Cinthia I am 22 years of age and I have been working in the medical field for over 5 years now. I have plenty of experience working with seniors. I was a caregiver/medtech at Paramount Senior Living Facility for 3 years. I have experience working with dementia and special needs patients. I hope I will be a good fit...
Cinthia can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, respite care, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from 4-7 months of age. Unfortunately we're moving out of the area otherwise we would keep Cinthia forever! Our baby...

Samantha G.

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Kathy P.


Stamford, CT

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

I have a teenage son with ASD and I have been working with children with special needs for the last six years. Having had a special needs child has transformed my life, and I am deeply committed to working with children and their families. Without the support, my son would not be where he is, so the second half of my life is...
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Drita V.


White Plains, NY

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis. CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...
5.0
"Drita is the most qualified, compassionate,empathetic person I have ever met. I always felt a sense of security when she handled me. Drita has a wonderful disposition, always positive and cheerful. She took care of all my needs and the household needs as well....

Leslie R.

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Drita V.


White Plains, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional, compassionate reliable in-home caregiver. I have 15 years experience with passion in health care field. Excellent communication. I am skilled in medication management, daily meal preparation, exercises, errands, medical appts, light housekeeping, total care/hygiene, makeup, hairstyles. I do my best to assure...
Drita can also help with: Home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Drita is the most compassionate individual. She puts her heart and soul into everything she does and cares for. She goes above and beyond her expectations. I would hire Drita over and over again. Better yet, I would never let her go!! She is a 5+! Beautiful person....

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Samuel W.


Rye, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher/Therapeutic Recreation/Job Coach/Animal Care And Mindfulness

9 years Supervisor in Therapeutic Recreation for Special Needs. Has experience coaching, mentoring, teaching and caring for special needs and seniors. Background also as Environmental Educator teaching in public, private, parochial and special needs schools. Involved in presenting animals to children of all ages, pre-K and...
Experience with the geriatric patients, elder community in general. assisting with activities of the daily living in which includes patient with dementia, mental illness, Parkinson's, Alzheimer and others. This care was provided either at the patient's home or other communities settings. I have care for others patients as Adult...
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Taylor S.


Stamford, CT

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Taylor and I have always felt a calling in life to offer help to people who need it. While I have dealt with my own invisible disorder, I've learned the importance of empathy, listening, support, and doing what you can, when you can. I'm in school part time at a community college for now and I work full time as an...
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Cristine C.


Valhalla, NY

$20-37/hr10 yrs exp

Educator Looking For Summer - (July-August) Employment

Hello, I am a NYS certified teaching assistant who has educated special needs preschool-elementary students for over a decade. I have fluency in American Sign Language and auditory/oral training working with children that have cochlear implants and hearing aids. I have mentored interns who have joined our program for summer...
Hi! My name is Stephanie, and I'm a 22-year-old college student who enjoys working with kids. I have a lot of childcare experience, from helping raise my younger brother to babysitting my twin cousins and caring for children in other families. I love spending time with kids, whether it's organizing fun activities or just hanging...
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Violeta S.


Stamford, CT

$18-25/hr

Companion And Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently take care of a young adult. I live with her cook for her. I go food shopping I clean. I help her do her laundry. I take her to appointment. I also take her to fun activities. I help her with understanding routine and structure is very important
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Bernadette B.


Port Chester, NY

$17-20/hr

Part-Time Caregiver

I have been a member of a program working with special needs individuals within communities. Some of the buddies that I work with regularly are senior citizens, some of which have begun to suffer from dementia. I have also experienced having to care for elder family members for prolonged periods of time. I have cleaned and...
Bernadette can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
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Daunne B.


Norwalk, CT

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have 7 years working for special need clients. I have worked for an agency in CT for 6 years and also through Allied part-time for a few years as well. I am caring, experienced and honest. I have worked with several families in CT. I can provide meal preparation, dressing/bathing, transportation to appointments, medication...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Cos Cob, CT

Lila K.

5.0

We hired Lila to manage our home 8 or 9 years ago. Lila does everything and is wonderful to work with-helpful, dependable, honest, and a self-starter. 5 stars.

- Joan R.

Debbie F.

5.0

Debbie is fantastic! Always able to watch my son even at the last minute. My son absolutely loves her and asks to see her. She's very dependable and keeps my house tidy. She plays with him for the whole time and doesn't turn on the TV. My son has ADHD and she is so patient with him. Highly...

- Amanda J.

Pablo R.

5.0

I've know Pablo through work for the past 2 years now, he has been one of the most caring, loving person I've come across since work in this field. What I love about Pablo is that he treats our clients like family, he makes them feel comfortable, he goes above and beyond for them and they all love...

- Jennyfer J.

Svetlana R.

5.0

Hi Svetlana - I really can't say enough about how wonderful it was to have Svetlana caring for my Mom. A terrific combination of professionalism and compassion. Great personality - lots of fun. Reliable, funny, well educated. We were very blessed and lucky to have found Svetlana. My Mother...

- Maureen A.

Rejoice B.

5.0

Rejoice was wonderful. I would definitely hire her.

- Elena G.

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