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Special needs adult care in Farmingville, NY

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Rachel G.


Farmingville, NY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Scattered Hours/part-time Care Giver For Special Needs

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I have about 4 years experience working with special needs adults and children. I absolutely love what I do. I worked in a group home for multiple years and also work privately now with children and adults
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Stephanie N.


Farmingville, NY

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Teaching Assistant Looking For After School Work.

Hi my name is Stephanie and I am a special needs teaching assistant. I have been working for Western Suffolk BOCES for the last 10 years and I love it. I have worked with infants all the way up to the age of 16. I love that I can make a difference in the lives of the children that I work with.
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Rachel G.


Farmingville, NY

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Scattered Hours/part Time Care Worker

I have experience working with seniors with disabilities. I helped with house cleaning, feeding, bathing, meds, transportation. I am willing to do it all!
Rachel can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, respite care
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David L.


Smithtown, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(5)

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
"David is caring, helpful and funny. He treats the patient with respect and understanding. He is the first caretaker we hired and I believe we got very lucky and hope future caretakers are as great as he is."

Elena C.

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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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Tasheeya W.


Middle Island, NY

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Tasheeya. I am 34 years old. I have been working in the home care field with the elderly population as well as the mentally disabled population since I was 18 years old.
Tasheeya can also help with: Dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Tasheeya has been providing great care for me since August 2023. She is very knowledgeable and very helpful. She has a pure soul and brings a true deal of comfort to my home when helping me. Tasheeya helps with medication showers meals and transportation."

Carol V.

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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Christina D.


Middle Island, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Very Well Versed Companion, Home Health Aide And Care Coordinator Plus Animal Lover All In One!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience supporting and working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities in various settings. I have provided supports and services in the following settings; private homes, residential ( group homes and nursing homes) and community based settings. I have experience with providing the...
Christina can also help with: Specialized care, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She...

Demme M.

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"

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Brianna A.


Bellport, NY

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nice to meet you! I'm Brianna. I have 3 years experience in caring for intellectually disabled adults. I'm able to help with feeding, bathing, help around the house, and much more. I absolutely love what I do and I would love to make a difference in your life or that of a loved ones. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you...
Brianna can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Brianna is a wonderful person. She is very friendly and caring. She took wonderful care of my mother. They got along great. I would hire her again no question about it."

Marie W.

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Roxane S.


Patchogue, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Former Mental Health Social Worker

I have over 10 years experience working with elderly people. I am very reliable punctual kind caring and very flexible. I have very good communication skills and very patient. I am flexible with hours. Meal prep and feeding. local errands. Drs appointments. Pet care. I have many years experience of giving medications as well as...
Roxane can also help with: Errands, meal prep, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia & more
5.0
"Roxane, Is the most caring person I have known, cares for the elderly with Dementia or any other related conditions extremely well. She has all the qualities in a person and confidence to handle the care required."

William M.

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."

Philomena R.

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Suzanne J.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Suzanne, I am 53 yrs old, I have worked in a Nursing home for 15 yrs and I also have worked for Special Needs Adults and Children.
5.0
"Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and...

Gina T.

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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: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elise was recommended to me by a friend when she was between clients. She came in and became part of my family. She is warm, caring, professional, prompt! Reliable!! And she went above and beyond to help in anyway she could. She cared for my elderly mom and at...

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Jennifer C.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "

Emil R.

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Lisa P.


Middle Island, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, About myself, I have extensive experience in Senior care. I put my career on hold to care for my parents for eight years. My mom suffered from Alzheimer's disease and sadly succumbed to it five years ago. My dad and I were together until he moved to the Stonybrook Veterans Home four years ago. I was extremely blessed to...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Myra M.


East Setauket, NY

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...
Myra can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

3.0
"Incorrectly shows Myra was hired. She was interviewed"

Catherine L.

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Kelly M.


Shirley, NY

$30-46/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated and loyal Companion/Caregiver. I know first hand the importance of maintaining peace of mind knowing that someone caring and compassionate is taking care of a loved one. Over 20 years personal and professional experience. Caring for my own family members, including dementia, hospice, and end of life care. Over 20 years...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't...

Adam S.

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Ayishetu O.


Mount Sinai, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Ayishetu is my name, Responsible Home health Aide with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over 10 years of experience in the healthcare. Proficient in providing exceptional in-homes support to patients with wide of disability, illnesses or other challenges. Experience in medication, Assistance with daily living,...
Ayishetu can also help with: Home modification, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"She is very professional, experienced, and dependable."

Shelia H.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Farmingville, NY

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.

Tasheeya W.

5.0

Tasheeya has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition. She is also very dependable. Tasheeya displays sound judgement and always has a practical and logical approach in all she does. She's very knowledgeable in the field and will always be an asset to whatever she...

- T B.

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.

Christina D.

5.0

Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She walked my sisters dog, cleaned her...

- Demme M.

Chynel W.

5.0

I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me

- Care member

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