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Drita V.


New Hyde Park, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

4.9

(43)

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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, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"We hired Drita for my late father. She was incredibly caring and showed an amazing amount of patience. When he ended up at the hospital, Drita stayed with him under difficult circumstances especially when we couldn't get there. I can't compliment and recommend her...

Michael F.

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Josep D.


Elmhurst, NY

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

8+years of experience mostly Adult care. Nursing graduate in the Philippines, caring and compassionate. I love to cook and can easily follow the recipes according to your preference. Fluent in English, can do light housekeeping and do some errands. Already completed my covid vaccine. Hoping to have a positive response regards my...
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Olawale E.


Forest Hills, NY

$19-24/hr1 yrs exp

My experience for special needs is mainly from working as a medical assistant for 2 years at a family clinic where I have had to deal with special need patients and their parents, as well as babysitting my 4 years old cousin who had speech delay speech. I believe that my care for and exposure in special needs kids will be a good...
5.0
"Wale is very personable. He is good at communicating and is level headed and cool when handling conflict. He is also very caring and stands out as one who goes out of his way to make people feel seen."

Stu C.

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Natalia R.


Ozone Park, NY

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

3.7

(7)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...
4.0
"Natalia has a lovely personality and good work ethic. She worked for us for a few weeks. We have a 70 lb quadriplegic 11 yr old, who isn't easy to handle. She tried her best, but in the end was really to physically small to lift her regularly. Didn't want her...

Teresa S.

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Alina S.


Franklin Square, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Skills: I'm an experienced caregiver and health aid, able to provide services as: Giving medicine, feeding, bathing, dressing and exercising of disable person. I worked for a person after a stroke and I used equipment like mechanical lifts and tube feeding. I am willing to work during night or day. I have a car and pretty...
Alina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

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Amanda V.


Bronx, NY

$25-30/hr

Friendly, Empathetic, Patient Caregiver

I've worked many years at a school called Shema Kolainu (meaning, Hear our Voices in Hebrew). I mostly worked with children in the spectrum, but I worked with children of all needs.
5.0
"I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is AMAZING! My children love her so much, she's fun and so smart. AND she's so helpful! I once casually told her...

Riley C.

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Claire A.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver/tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...
5.0
"I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend...

Star K.

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Bellie T.


Elmhurst, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Your All-around Big Guy

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Aside from my bachelors degree in nursing, I am a compassionate, loving & a caring person. I rejoice in every opportunity available to provide care for patients needing assistance. My sturdy built is likewise a plus for special needs in transporting immobile patients. Can easily perform duties like wheelchair mobilization &...
5.0
"Billie is great with our brother who is currently residing in a rehab facility for a brain injury. He goes above and beyond to help our brother during his rehabilitation and cares to see him improving. We are very happy he is on our team and our brother responds...

Shpresa B.

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Mary Grace E.


New York, NY

$40/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full Time

I'm a Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate, my professional experience with different employers has provided me with a strong expertise in personal care assistance such as bathing dressing and grooming, meal preparation and assisting clients in eating, medication management, light housekeeping, companionship and discussion,...
Mary Grace can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, home modification, dementia, live-in home care, respite care & more
5.0
"I have known Mary Grace in a variety of capacities for many years. Mary Grace is efficient, extremely organized, and detailed oriented. I highly recommend Mary Grace for any position that she may seek to pursue. If you have questions, please do not hesitate...

Myla S.

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Drita V.


New Hyde Park, 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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Maya N.


Queens Village, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...
5.0
"Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

Valerie B.

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Jeadd A.


New York, NY

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Funny Sitter, Honest Kind And Loyal

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 32 yr-old Filipino guy, I love dealing with other persons, and I love taking take good care of my patient. I love showing my love and care for them and treating them just one of my family members. I am very kind person, loyal, sweet, honest and loyal person. I am working right now as physical therapist assistant, but...
5.0
"Jeadd is an employee who is a quick learner, cool, calm, collected and able to do the job on time and does not need any further instructions to do what is needed to be done. He is surely going to be an asset wherever he will be."

Danell C.

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Shannon C.


Bronx, NY

$19-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started caring for people with special needs in 2017, when I began working as a Direct Support Professional, in group homes, day habs, etc. In my spare time, I like to read books, research all about skincare and binge watch my favorite shows. One thing you should know about me is I'm very chill, patient, and empathetic! My...
5.0
"Shannon was punctual, communicated with my nurses and me in a timely manner and I found her to be extremely dependable. I trusted her to help me while I was recovering from surgery. A+"

Stacey G.

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Nino M.


Brooklyn, NY

$30-41/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Nina. I , lost my job in February 2023 and now I looking for a new one I'm a certified Home Health Aid with experience of over 15 years I love my job , I love taking care of people who need my help. My experience with my clients include: Dementia, Stroke, Macular degeneration, Diabetes, Hospice patient,...
Nino can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"She is very honest and caring person. I would 100% recommend her for the job. Nino goes above and Beyond For the person she takes care of."

Mike M.

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Maria Z.


Bronx, NY

$35-45/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a huge passion for caring for others, especially the elderly. I worked for a company called AHRC, where I took care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have also cared for my father after he had a stroke in 2003. Not only did it restrict his independence but his condition Diminished his...
Maria can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
5.0
"Maria is without a doubt a five star provider! She takes charge and jumps right in to every task our senior mom asks of her and is able to handle multiple tasks. Maria has a proactive work ethic, is assertive and at the same time genuine, kind and nurturing. She...

Valerie G.

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Tori F.


Bronx, NY

$25/hr9 yrs exp

My name is Tori, I am 27 years young. I have 10 years experience with senior care. I started at 17 in an Assisted Living in Briarcliff Manor working on the Dementia unit. I worked in a group home with young adults with developmental disabilities. I then moved on to working as a Home Health Aid in Westchester Medical Center....
Tori can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Tori takes pride in what she does and will treat your loved one as if they were her own."

Kaisia W.

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Olivia G.


New York, NY

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 24 years old and I just graduated with my Masters in psychology! I'm vaccinated and very Covid-cautious. I am an energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16 years old. A major reason I've loved caring for children is being able to incorporate concepts and strategies I've...
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Nicole M.


New York, NY

$32-48/hr10 yrs exp

Nikki, The Balance Of Mary Poppins And Fairy Godmother

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am vaccinated and booster CPR and 1st Aid for infant, child and adult certified Yoga Therapist Compassionate and caring are the career driven focus values I have been working with since the beginning. I am currently continuing my education and have the experience behind me to speak on my behalf. Out of high school I started...
Nicole can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Nikki is smart and sensitive. My mom needs intellectual stimulation as well as exercise and Nikki is great at both "

Care member

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Tiasha R.


Bronx, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need Provider

Hello Everyone, Currently working remotely as an Assistant Director of a Care Coordination Organization servicing adults, children, and their families with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to assist with identifying their interests, strengths, needs and goals. Penn State Alumni majored Psychological and Social...
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Yanique W.


New York, NY

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Flexible Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Yanique. I was a Special Education Teacher in the city for students with moderate to severe disabilities. I currently work in a ICT classroom with middle schoolers. I enjoy working and interacting with children and adults. My passion is to work with persons with disabilities. I will be actively engaged during my...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Flushing, NY

Drita V.

5.0

Drita provided daily care for my elderly grandmother. Drita was punctual, attentive to my grandmother’s needs, such as preparing meals, grooming, and dressing. Drita was also trustworthy, friendly, kind, compassionate and I recommend her to other families.

- Care member

Olawale E.

5.0

Wale is very personable. He is good at communicating and is level headed and cool when handling conflict. He is also very caring and stands out as one who goes out of his way to make people feel seen.

- Stu C.

Natalia R.

5.0

Natalia is a kind, compassionate person who takes time to understand the person she is caring for and is very thoughtful with everything she does. She is reliable, responsible and caring.

- Victoria G.

Amanda V.

5.0

I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is AMAZING! My children love her so much, she's fun and so smart. AND she's so helpful! I once casually told her that I was feeling tired ...and she...

- Riley C.

Claire A.

5.0

I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend Claire!

- Star K.

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