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Monica M.


Rockville, MD

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Private Nurse

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a retired Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist and Massage Therapist from Scandinavia/ North Europe. I provide full range of services with Special needs, including skilled Nursing/ Rehabilitative/ Personal Care, which is top quality, highly personalized care. I have experience with most hospital ICU unit equipment use and...
5.0
"Monica has been my RN and Physical Therapist a long time. She has unbelievable amount of patience and uncanny knowledge how to care for a 93 years old woman with a heart ailment, who also is fussy and hardheaded. Monica really knows what she is doing, is very...

Evy K.

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Jemima N.


Gaithersburg, MD

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Patient

Hi, my name is Jemima came to America in January 2010 and started working as a GNA in August of the same year. I worked in Texas, North Carolina, and finally Maryland all because my husband is a the Navy so we moving.
5.0
"Jemima provides a 5 star service. Goes above and beyond required basics. Provided insight into practical care situations in which most clients most likely not experienced ... Meals timing, bathing, grooming, clothing changes, moving of client, interaction with...

Peter O.

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Lia V.


Gaithersburg, MD

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I am Elida. During the school year I work for MCPS at the high school level. During the summer I work for Montgomery County Recreation Department as a companion and as an inclusion facilitator at Imagination Stage. I am finishing up my bachelors degree in Elementary Special Education. I am also an ABA therapist and my...
5.0
"Lia is lovely and takes great care with our daughter. She is reliable, dedicated, and very much appreciated."

Linda O.

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Maka K.


Bethesda, MD

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hello everyone, My name is Maka and I'm originally from Georgia. I am a mother of 4 wonderful children. I live in Chevy Chase, MD with my children and my husband. I enjoy spending time with my family and love to cook a lot. In Georgia I used to be a full time Russian Language teacher and a part time massage therapist. I...
Maka can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Maka is an absolutely professional person. she know her job very well. She took care of my mom for one year. She is very caring, sweet person. I highly recommend her!"

Leo V.

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Gifty Q.


Gaithersburg, MD

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Friendly caregiver with various certifications. I have experience in working with babies, infants children with special needs and seniors
5.0
"Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient when he had one of his "moments" and most of all she she was gracious when I told her I was running late home. Thank you Gifty...

Amber V.

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Elizabeth V.


Kensington, MD

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For Elderly And Children (incl. Special Needs)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had all 3 covid vaccination shots & have my records card signed & dated. I have worked with dev-disabled adults and children for over 20 years now. I've worked in DDA-certified group homes as well as provided respite care for family caregivers in private homes. I believe that developmentally-disabled people are very similar...
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Pamela M.


Germantown, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

A Companion/caregiver For You

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I LIVE IN GERMANTOWN, MD I have been a caregiver/companion for 18 years, and have been trained in CPR care and First Aide I have been vaccinated for Covid 19 and had three boosters and the latest other vaccines... I am very compassionate and understanding, empathetic, dependable I love to laugh. I have worked in private homes...
Pamela can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Pam is exactly what prior reviews had said: caring, usually early or on time, dependable. She seems to really enjoy her work and people in general. She is very likeable "

Anne T.

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Glorimar M.


Gaithersburg, MD

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

I'd Love To Be Your "Modern Day" Mary Poppins!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello everyone my name is Glorimar and I'm currently looking for opportunity to work for you . Not only can I help you with the buying of groceries or dropping off/picking up other household items, I can also offer you and your family a host of other services. From cooking your meals to making phone calls, paying bills, hiring...
Glorimar can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
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Nadya A.


Olney, MD

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving caring person. My clients are just like my grand parents or a family member to me. with my 12 years experience your beloved ones will be taking care of with compassion.
5.0
"Nadya is very professional, warm and engaging. Our daughter, who has special needs, really enjoys being with Nadya."

Cindy G.

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Monique J.


Bethesda, MD

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is MonIque am a 52 yr. old female I have 6 children. 5 adult 1 minor. I have been caring for others for 40+ years. I provide high quality care serving seniors and adults with disabilities. I am CPR certified. I am compassionate, patient, trustworthy, reliable, a great listener as well as a great communicator. I...
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"I hired Monique to care for my grandmother who passed away in July. I work from home but needed assistance in the morning. Monique is amazing, patient, caring, and knowledgeable. Monique didn't just come in and do her time she assisted me in developing a care plan...

Larissa D.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a current student at St. Mary's College of Maryland majoring in psychology with an educational studies and special education double minor. I'm looking for get more hands on experience working with individuals with special needs. I am passionate about bringing out and seeing the best in the individuals I work with. Looking...
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Jim P.


Rockville, MD

$15-23/hr10 yrs exp

Goal Oriented And Patient

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My first career was IT but now I work primarily with families. I enjoy exercise, cooking, tutoring, coaching, writing, and helping others. I have an MS in Management of Technologies. Vaccinated w/ first aid certs. Available for morning and eve work. Openings 6/1/2023. Experienced with children and adults (incl. autism, SIB,...
5.0
"Jim is a dedicated and loyal person. He goes above and beyond to help those in need. He likes to lighten up the room with jokes and gets along with everyone. Definitely an asset."

Jennifer G.

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Margery D.


Gaithersburg, MD

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a passion for working with people with special needs. Growing up, I was very involved and close with my brother who has Down Syndrome. Before I started teaching, I was a Job Coach for adults with disabilities helping my clients thrive at their jobs.
5.0
"She is delightful and very caring. She understands the needs of our family and is happy to help us as we need her."

Charles A.

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Victor M.


Gaithersburg, MD

$21-25/hr1 yrs exp

Kind & Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate of a local occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program and am currently studying for the national board exam. During my 2+ years in the program, I completed fieldwork in various settings including; schools, psychosocial, assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. With that being said, I...
5.0
"Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older, aging dog recuperating from pneumonia needed to stay home. This is the first time we hired a pet sitter. Victor...

Lisa E.

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Cheryl H.


Rockville, MD

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been doing caregiving for 16 years , mainly live ins. I love helping people and I am very loving, trusting , patient and Dependable. I do light housekeeping , cook and do meds. Store runs and DAILY LIVING SKILLS I HAVE taken care of seniors with all sorts of different disabilities.
5.0
"Cheryl was a wonderful caregiver to my mom. We hired Cheryl for a live-in position when my mom was in hospice care at home during the end of her life. Cheryl learned the routine quickly and gave my mom all the loving attention she needed. She adapted easily to our...

Amy A.

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Kimberly C.


Silver Spring, MD

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Patient Caregiver

I'm very patient with my clients. I'm a quick learner for someone with special needs. I'm comfortable with doing just about anything when it comes to care. I have experience with quadriplegic patients. , foyer lifts, incontinence, non ambulatory, wheelchair bound, hospice, bed bound. can do bed baths, sponge baths, fee, dress,...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

I am good with people. I have worked with seniors for over 6 years and I have come to realize that all people have special needs and I am willing to work with them.
Abebech can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care
I am a compassionate and caring individual who finds joy in helping others. Whether it's offering a listening ear or going on an adventure, I am always present in the moment and ready for anything. I have a deep respect for the elderly and enjoy spending time hearing their stories, learning from their wisdom and providing...
Tricia can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, home modification
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Kadidjah M.


Olney, MD

$17-22/hr

Nursing Assistant

I'm kadidja. Im nursing assistant/ job coach as well, help patients with activities of daily living like eating and bathing. and work with an individual both in and outside of they workplace. training to help them learn what to expect in the work..
My name is Michele, I have BT certificate and master in progress BCBA . I love to work on my area. Special need .

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Derwood, MD

Monica M.

5.0

Monica has been my RN and Physical Therapist a long time. She has unbelievable amount of patience and uncanny knowledge how to care for a 93 years old woman with a heart ailment, who also is fussy and hardheaded. Monica really knows what she is doing, is very talented and attentive. All my...

- Evy K.

Jemima N.

5.0

Jemima provides a 5 star service. Goes above and beyond required basics. Provided insight into practical care situations in which most clients most likely not experienced ... Meals timing, bathing, grooming, clothing changes, moving of client, interaction with other care givers etc. Best of all...

- Peter O.

Lia V.

5.0

Lia is lovely and takes great care with our daughter. She is reliable, dedicated, and very much appreciated.

- Linda O.

Maka K.

5.0

Punctual, caring, wonderful person. Highly recommended!

- George B.

Gifty Q.

5.0

Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient when he had one of his "moments" and most of all she she was gracious when I told her I was running late home. Thank you Gifty for being so good to J. I will...

- Amber V.

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