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My uncle has cerebral palsy and my cousin has Down syndrome. I have had experience with these two types of disabilities. I am patient and reliable. My cousin is 11 and very high functioning. He is so adorable and brings many smiles to my face =). We have had our rough days, who hasn't? But with patients and perseverance we can...
I've been a professional caregiver for over 20 years. I have experience with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, mental and physical disabilities as well as end of life care. I'm a non smoker, animal and music lover. I can provide references upon request.
. I truly find joy in this line of work.
Vanessa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Cathleen L.
Milford, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Personable, Reliable, Affordable, Committed to helping when I can.
Errands, light house cleaning, transportation, grocery store trips, pharmacy trips , light meal prep, all phases and conditions of pet care, elderly or special needs companionship /outings.
I am also a licensed hairdresser of 32 years willing to do home visits...
5.0
"I interviewed Cathy on Friday, August 14, 2020, and to me she had a fantastic interview. She was just what I expected after a brief phone call, very caring people orientated organized. Being the opening is being delayed she is on my short list for shifts I will...
Eddie C.
4.9
(20)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I'm a certified nursing assistant /CNA/DCS Worker.
I have over 20 years+ experience. I also have worked in nursing homes, assisted living and hospitals. I have work in private home and facilities. I also work with special needs adult and children I have experience caring for Dementia , Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Cancer,...
Johanne can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Johanne is very compassionate. She has cared for my mother for a very long time. My mother can sometimes be difficult as a dementia patient. We all have complete trust and faith in Jo. She is honest and goes the extra mile and is really attentive. When she is...
Care member
Rocio G.
West Haven, CT
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very reliable patient and creative person with more them 5 years of experience caring for children I will give the appropriate care and I am willing to do any other additional task if is requested..
Courtney C.
Sandy Hook, CT
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Greetings! My name is Courtney and I am a female, looking to get back into direct care in a part time capacity. I come to Care. com with 5+ years experience working with an aging population with disabilities, both mental and physical. With my experience as a care giver to others, as well as my own innate capabilities as a...
5.0
(1)
Hello, my name is Denise and for the past 15+yrs I have worked alongside families with loved ones with autism, both young and adult. I would prefer to stay local, Oxford, Southbury, Woodbury area however would travel further for the right family. Thank you for reading my profile!
5.0
"Very professional, knowledgeable, and outgoing. Seems to be a hard worker. Very personable."
Allyson D.
5.0
(2)
Greetings! My name is Courtney and I am a female, looking to get back into direct care in a part time capacity. I come to Care. com with 5+ years experience working with an aging population with disabilities, both mental and physical. With my experience as a care giver to others, as well as my own innate capabilities as a...
Courtney can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care, visiting physician & more
5.0
"Courtney is a compassionate, intelligent, kind , hard working and gifted woman. She is also gifted in dealing with any alternately able population We hired her for respite, care caring for our elderly mother with severe dementia and related pain of degenerative...
Anne B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I have many years of experience working with kids and adults with disabilities. I have worked three summers at a camp for people with disabilities and got to meet so many amazing people through it. I also have worked as a personal care assistant. I love getting to know each person I work with. I have experience working...
5.0
"Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family member's weekly needs-- primarily helping her get to the doctor, shopping and appointments."
Nancy P.
Dustina A.
Ansonia, CT
$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have been an employee for The Kennedy Center for almost 16 years and have a great deal of experienced with behavior issues and maintaining great relationships with people who might seem a bit challenging. I also have a relative who has exhibited behaviors that need compassion and understanding and I have given every effort...
5.0
"Dustina is an efficient and excellent worker."
Gladys S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have helped to care and cared for children with special needs. I have cared for both verbal and non verbal children. Every weekend for a few years, I had helped to care for a boy with special needs. I enjoyed taking him into the community and helping him with his social skills, as well as just playing with him at home or in...
Niema S.
New Haven, CT
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced caregiver with a passion for providing compassionate care for seniors and individuals with disabilities. My responsibilities include assisting with personal hygiene, mobility support, medication management, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and providing companionship. I am dedicated to promoting...
Niema can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"Niema is authentic and very down to earth. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience. She has helped trained other caregivers for me to ensure they are properly providing care under New York and CT State guidelines. She is very personable and warm. She goes...
Jasmine C.
Nohemi B.
Milford, CT
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience with a preteen boy with Paranoia, ODD, general anxiety, depression, PTSD and slight psychosis. The sibling was also diagnosed with separation anxiety and PTSD. Father had Asperger's Syndrome. I went through training on emotional intelligence and parenting provided by social workers during two years...
5.0
"Nohemi worked over a year for my 2 1/2 year old. She was patient yet firm and playful and fun. She worked on both Spanish and English with my daughter and participated when we had our speech therapist visits. Nohemi was respectful and truly cared for our daughter....
Susan P.
Joann D.
Monroe, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional And Experienced Care Provided - All Types Of Care
4.2
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a State of CT Registered Certified Nurses Aide/PCA-personal care assistant with over 25 years experience in all phases of home care such as Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Elder Care, Handicapped, Dept of Mental Rehab, Down Syndrome, Combative Patients, Special Needs Children. During my years as a CNA/PCA, I have received...
Joann can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
4.0
"Joann was a companion for a few months to our elderly parent before they started hospice. She provided great conversation, daily care, including light house keeping. She is very caring and knowledgeable of elderly care."
Valerie F.
Christopher G.
Woodbridge, CT
$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My experience as a special needs caregiver has been enlightening. I have had the privilege as a C. N. A. taking care of many individuals with many disabilities and look forward to continuing my experience in doing so giving dignity and respect to those I help. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to contact me.
5.0
"Chris was awesome with my adult brother with disabilities! We spoke on the phone and answered several questions. He arrived early which gave us plenty of time to go over the routines. He followed instructions to the T!
My brother can be rowdy and rambunctious...
Norm S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
For the past four years I have had a ton of experience with Special needs children. I have cared for two children who are physically handicapped witch helped me become more experienced with individuals who struggle with mobility. I have also worked with many individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Through being chosen to volunteer...
5.0
(2)
I am seeking a live-in companion job. I am very Caring and compassionate about working for the elderly. I've been caring for the elderly for more than 10 years now, love caring for the elderly I've worked with both elderly and mentally disabled adults, I'm always finding myself as a member of the family, falling in love with my...
Bridgette can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She was dedicated to the needs of my mother. "
Care member
3.5
(4)
As an experienced care giver with special needs, I am able to give the best of me to my clients, I have experience with enfants, young and adults with Cognitive Disabilities, Mobility Challenges, Seizure Disorder, Epilepsy, Blindness, Visual Impairment, Spinal cord Injuries, Quadriplegic, Development delay, Autism... I am able...
5.0
"She was very caring and loving with my mom. She went above and beyond. She gave showers daily and cooked very nice meals. My mom wouldn't eat for anybody but as soon as Ikami came to work she would start smiling and eat every meal Ikami cooked."
Taheeah B.
5.0
(1)
My background includes infants, multiples and classroom up to teen age. I specialize in autism and diabetes. I am CPR and First Aid certified.
Eliege T.
Stratford, CT
$13-18/hr
I'm flexible with my time/availability, I have experience with special needs children. I currently have a cleaning schedule, where most are elderlies. Some of them have recently lost close family members due to covid and other reasons where they suffered with depression and I came in to give assistance and a helping hand to them...
Eliege can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & more
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Derby, CT
Cathleen L.
5.0
My mother really appreciated Cathleen's help. Cathleen is personable, patient, and professional. I would gladly recommend her services.
- William D.
Johanne D.
5.0
Johanne (aka Jojo) was an aid to my mother-in-law struggling with dementia. She is sweet, professional and skilled with no drama. She always gets the job done, and is a patient, fun and extremely capable provider. Any family would be lucky to have Jojo caring for their loved one ❤️
- Care member
Denise S.
5.0
Very professional, knowledgeable, and outgoing. Seems to be a hard worker. Very personable.
- Allyson D.
Courtney C.
5.0
Courtney is a compassionate, intelligent, kind , hard working and gifted woman. She is also gifted in dealing with any alternately able population We hired her for respite, care caring for our elderly mother with severe dementia and related pain of degenerative joint disease. We knew our precious...
- Anne B.
Cassidy C.
5.0
Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family member's weekly needs-- primarily helping her get to the doctor, shopping and appointments.
- Nancy P.