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Michael B.
Middletown, CT
$17-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello... I am Michael. I am a middle aged Care Giver. I have over 10 years of combined Non-Medical Caregiving experience. I have gained my expertise via family, personal, and agency experiences. I also have familiarity with taking care of Special Needs adults and children. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Please share...
Michael can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services, home modification & more
Travis E.
Meriden, CT
$22-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Available For Companionship. Strong Background In Client Relationships With The Elderly
From 2013 to 2015 I worked for Hunter's Ambulance as a Chair Car Driver. My duty consisted of transporting the elderly and disabled in wheelchairs for various arrangements such as dialysis treatments, hospital discharges, and personal engagements. Among my other duties I would make sure each client experienced a safe,...
Travis can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm transitioning from working a 9-5 as a program manager and horticultural therapist for the Horticultural Society of New York. Prior to that I managed homes living and working with adults with developmental disabilities. I have a decade of experience providing hands on support and care for a wide variety of physical and...
Sarah can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, respite care, companionship
5.0
"After major surgery and because of a disability, I hired Sarah regularly to help with a myriad of tasks. She has been remarkable, and I look forward to her company. She is generously kind and caring, capable and punctual. I have come to depend upon her, and her...
Maggie M.
4.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA/HHA/senior care companion since 2001. I have taken care of clients with all kinds of disabilities. I do all the tasks of daily living or to the needs of each client such as bathing, dressing, feeding, transfers, and dispensing medication toileting light cooking laundry shopping Dr appts. Whatever needs to be...
Penny can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, dementia, personal care, home modification, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Penny is very reliable, trustworthy, and responsible. She is very compassionate when it comes to caring for her clients. Thank you so much Penny for all your help! "
Allison M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...
5.0
"Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs as well as intuitively connecting with her by sharing news of her day, funny stories or whatever. She is...
Lili K.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'd be happy to do for your child as I've done for my own 2 special needs children: help- assist- challenge- all in a positive framework. Dealing with repetitive undesirable behaviors is my specialty.
Chelsea R.
Berlin, CT
$17-25/hr
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am very reliable, trustworthy and patient. I love just being able to help and watch children grow and learn. This is a great experience because I can see them develop into the person that they will be one day. I can also help them learn and grow.
4.0
"Chelsea responded quickly and was professional and sweet."
Jennifer S.
Katie L.
Westbrook, CT
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified
5.0
(2)
Hello,
Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
Silvana C.
Hartford, CT
$20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Silvana, I'm 45 years old, I'm from Colombia, I work in Peruvian restaurant, I have off Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, and Friday I can work 10 to 4, I need extra money because I want to go to school, I like older people, dogs, kids, people with disabilities, I am good person, caring, lovely, compassionate etc. I...
5.0
"Silvana is very reliable and has done a great job with my mother who has dimentia. She is a great help and I highly recommend her"
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have over 5 years working with the seniors being in their private homes or assisted living facilities. Working with Hoyer lifting, ventilators and other special needs as per client requirements. Worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Covid patients , wheelchair bound and companionship. I recently got my second booster...
Kealeboga can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"He was kind, trustworthy, patient and trustworthy."
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...
3.0
"She was not available for the hours I need it"
Carol T.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Mike! I am a 30-year-old special ed teacher living in Rocky Hill. I have been working in special ed for 9 years, specializing in adolescents (age 11-21) with challenging behaviors. I was a founding member of The Mill School in VT, a cutting edge school for this population. I currently teach math and science at Venture...
5.0
"Michael worked with my daughter through her freshman year this year. He provided homework help, studied for quizzes, tests, midterms & finals and previewed projects. His support of my daughter’s academics were invaluable and made the difference in preparing her...
Care member
Amy G.
Southington, CT
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
Sandra W.
New Britain, CT
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Good day! Well, I started out working with autistic and developmentally disabled teens in California. I also worked at the YWCA with children K through 5 before and after school as a teacher. Some of the students attending were autistic or had ADHD. Now I am a behavior therapist working with autistic children one on one in the...
5.0
"Sandra takes her work seriously and was so wonderful with my mother that was in her 90s and had dementia. She always engaged in conversation and made sure she ate and took her meds. My mom passed in 2013 at age 94 and am glad Sandra was there to help when I had to...
Anna B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ambria and I am a college sophomore. My major is radiology. I truly enjoy working with people of all ages. I find that no matter who you work with, patience is the key to success. I may not have the most experience in relation to caring for those with special needs, but I have the compassion for it. I am a Certified...
5.0
"Ambria was great! She helped cook and clean for party. Didn't have to give much direction she just knew what to do! Would definitely hire her again. "
Nichole M.
Silvana C.
Hartford, CT
$20-33/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Love The People Who Need More Care, Help, Love. I Like To Learn Different Things.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is silvanaI I offer my services like caregiver. 3 years of experience. I have car car and drivers license. I am very kind, sweet, lovely, caring, compassionate. Let me know if you are interested
5.0
"Among the many candidates that I have interviewed, Silvana stood out as the best candidate for the services that I requested for our baby's gender reveal party. Silvana is professional, punctual, and delivers as per the expectations. I have decided to hire Silvana...
Wilfried T.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...
Linda can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"We are so fortunate to have Linda assist with my mom's daily living needs. She is a companion, transports her to appointments, communicates with her providers, keeps us updated, and helps with day to day living needs. She is reliable and punctual, kind, and caring....
Lily 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)
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:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was dedicated to the needs of my mother. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
For 8 years I lived and worked in intentional communities for people with developmental disabilities. I've helped people use the restroom, bath, feed themselves, supported at work, home skills and more. I've worked with verbal and nonverbal people too.
5.0
"We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily...
erin B.
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Durham, CT
Sarah S.
5.0
After major surgery and because of a disability, I hired Sarah regularly to help with a myriad of tasks. She has been remarkable, and I look forward to her company. She is generously kind and caring, capable and punctual. I have come to depend upon her, and her presence is a joy.
- Maggie M.
Penny L.
5.0
Penny is very reliable, trustworthy, and responsible. She is very compassionate when it comes to caring for her clients. Thank you so much Penny for all your help!
- Allison M.
Linda G.
5.0
Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs as well as intuitively connecting with her by sharing news of her day, funny stories or whatever. She is punctual, reliable, does more than asked...
- Lili K.
Chelsea R.
4.0
Chelsea responded quickly and was professional and sweet.
- Jennifer S.
Silvana C.
5.0
Silvana is very reliable and has done a great job with my mother who has dimentia. She is a great help and I highly recommend her
- Care member