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Renee M.


Fort Washington, PA

$13-20/hr

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The work with the two wonderful families I have been working with providing childcare has come to an end. I am available for a companionship position in which I can bring my soon to be 3-year-old daughter with me. She is easy going, loves meeting new people, and is a go with the flow kind of child. I know it's extremely...
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Lois H.


Fort Washington, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Loyal, Dependable, Patient...

I have LOADS of experience with care, special care, elder care, child care, home care, pet care, etc. I look forward to the next chapter in my life as my current responsibilities will be coming to an end soon. I feel I do possess strong & caring patience with tender teaching abilities. I am 59 (2018).
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Matthew R.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-40/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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I have experience working with the elderly in home since living in Santa Cruz, California. I moved to Philadelphia and have enjoyed very much my experience working for some great families. My references will show that I have developed outstanding relationships with my employers and have proved that I can relate well and adapt to...
5.0
"Matt has been a wonderful mentor for our son with a disability and a passion for creating art. With Matt's background and experience in both art and art instruction for people with special needs, he came with just what our son wanted. They have spent quiet hours...

Jennifer S.

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Kristen D.


Hatboro, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a childcare provider (infants through teens/young adults) experienced with various special needs. I've worked with children with autism both in school and home settings. I have experience as an instructional assistant (four years) in ABA/autistic classrooms and as a behavior therapist. I work with kids/students on life,...
5.0
"Kristen is extremely kind, professional and has an amazing sense of work ethic. She also doesn't get rattled easily, which was a huge plus point when working with my special needs son."

Hema G.

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Stephen M.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting his physical well being. Daily activities include: Providing physical therapy exercises for strength and range of...
5.0
"Steve is a loving, gentle compassionate man. He has a playful personality and cares deeply for those around him. He is a spiritually oriented person with a big heart. He is gifted with a healing touch which can be felt in a hug or a handshake or in his...

Peggy R.

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Dora S.


Philadelphia, PA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.
5.0
"Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night. Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub...

Marilyn B.

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Patti C.


Blue Bell, PA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Seniors, Errands, Disabled

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am presently seeking a part-time position as a companion/community navigator providing help in and out of the home.
5.0
"Patti worked with me both inside and outside my home for about 5 months for 25 hours per week to provide companionship and help while I was in a very depressed state. Patti is a very nice and patient and energetic person and it's apparent that she has a lot of...

Gene C.

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Doris A.


King of Prussia, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Most Loving Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Doris is a sincere, sweet and lovely lady with 10 years' experience. Doris is honored and rewarded to be of service to children, special needs cases and the elderly. Doris is patient and understanding with all special needs clients requiring many different levels of care. Your loved ones will be treated with love and compassion....
Doris can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"Doris did a great job caring for my parents. She is a very caring individual who treats her patients as family. She has a energetic positive attitude and puts a lot of effort into everything she does. We would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a...

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Margaret C.


Horsham, PA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

34 Years Experience College Graduate In Social Wor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have a Bachelors in Social Work with concentrations in Psychology, Sociology and Special Education. I have 20+years of Home Health Care experience. I also have experience with diverse populations. My expertise is with Dementia/ Alzheimer's patients. I am compassionate, empathetic, caring and knowledgeable about...
Margaret can also help with: Errands, respite care, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Maggie was a godsend to me and my mother. Mom was suffering from dementia thus feeling depressed and anxious. Maggie treated mom with dignity and brought joy to the house and to mom with her lively personality and delicious cooking! I always knew mom was in good...

Sarah W.

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Renee W.


Philadelphia, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny

I was a school teacher for Philadelphia and most classes I taught were fully integrated. I have worked with special Olympics and with special people in the north east . My masters background is special education and my cousin has Down syndrome and is a 25-year-old grown man. I have worked with him very closely through the years....
5.0
"was always on time and could count on"

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Anlizar D.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse

I have 10+years of experience as a nurse. Currently I am a geriatric nurse with past experience in pediatric mental health/mental retardation. I have always known that I would be a nurse. It is my joy to serve others with my talents and compassion . I have adult children who have grown into positive and respectful members of the...
5.0
"Thank you Anlizar for always showing up and being reliable when we've needed it most. It's been extremely helpful having a nurse available who goes the extra step to assure we understand doctors orders, medication, and dietary restrictions."

Mike S.

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Sadla G.


Norristown, PA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hello, my name is Sadla, and I'm 33 years old, I'm a nursing student. I live in King of Prussia, Pa and I'm looking for a live-out babysitter/ nanny position. I have a lot of experience with kids including special needs. I worked for 6 years for the same family as a nanny. They have 3 wonderful kids and one of them, the eldest,...
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Damaris M.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time - Full Time Caregiver

I have worked with Devereux Foundation and Community Interactions Inc for a combined 20+ years. Most of my experience is in adult home programs caring for 21-65 yr old clients. The client population requires care for behavioral, emotional, and cognitive disabilities including, but not limited to: cooking, personal care, ADLs and...
Damaris can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Damaris took great care of my family member. She was upbeat and pleasant and dedicated to providing a safe environment at all times. "

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Greta R.


Bala Cynwyd, PA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Evening And Weekend Care Giving

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a special education teacher who has worked with children preschool to 12th grade with various needs including emotional support. As an individual and family, I have been on the care team for friends and family with medical conditions.
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Pamela T.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certify Nurses Assistant, Home Health Aid, & Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Having over 20 years of experience in the nursing community has been rewarding to me. I gain my experiences in long term care facilities, hospitals, medical clinics and home health care which enabled me to develop nurses skills and techniques. My background experience is Surgery recovery, Fall risk, Alzheimer, Dementia, Cancer,...
5.0
"She is a very caring person and has a lot of patience. She takes a lot of pride in what she does. You can count on her!"

Anna S.

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Dacia B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was an ABA therapist for many years, specializing in Early Intervention. Since September 2020, I have helped children ages 5-12, with virtual schooling, including homework help and tutoring as needed. I tutored children ages 4-6 in preschool/school skills. I have been a caregiver for children, in 5 different families, ages 5...
5.0
"I don’t have enough words to express my love and appreciation for Dacia!! She began with us when my older son was about to turn two. They had an instant connection and I felt immediately comfortable and trusting of Dacia. She’s a confident, incredibly smart and...

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Chosa W.


Elkins Park, PA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Certified Nursing assistant with 10 years experience and a graduate from Community College of Philadelphia, majored in Behavioral Health and human services. Am a compassionate and very dedicated person with empathy and caring. Through my job as a CNA, I have helped different families in taking care of their loved ones by...
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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$40-58/hr5 yrs exp

Excellent Care For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs my entire life; my older brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally retarded. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is most extensive...
5.0
"Margot is a lovely person to have in our home. She is reliable, knowledgeable, and trustworthy and takes wonderful care of our daughter."

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Leslie M.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 15 years+ experience in education, and for the past five years, have learned to care for my Grandson, who has a Rare Brain Disease. I'm now experienced with setting up G-tube feedings, administering medications through a port, CPAP setup, Physical Therapy exercises for immobility, respiratory treatments including using a...
5.0
"Leslie has worked for my family for this school year as my son's in-school educational aid. Leslie is knowledgeable, professional, and caring. She has built a special relationship with my son where he is supported in school, and we are kept fully informed of his...

Rebecca S.

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Caroline Z.


Warminster, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

If you are looking for a positive, dedicated and enthusiastic helper who knows how to work with kids with special needs, I am the right person. I have experience in child development and child psychology. I am very responsible and patient. Mom of two kids with clear background check and driving record. Child abuse clearance also...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Fort Washington, PA

Matthew R.

5.0

Matthew helped to take care of my husband and was always very upbeat, responsible and willing to help with different activities and learn how to better adapt to my husband's needs. He always took interest on their conversations and was a good companion in outings, exercising and activities of daily...

- Monica R.

Kristen D.

5.0

Kristen is extremely kind, professional and has an amazing sense of work ethic. She also doesn't get rattled easily, which was a huge plus point when working with my special needs son.

- Hema G.

Stephen M.

5.0

Steve M. was wonderful. He was thoughtful, caring, totally reliable, insightful, and brought positive energy to everything he did for the person he was caring for.

- Susan H.

Dora S.

5.0

Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative, punctual, and patient with my mom who could become very anxious at night. Dora played my moms fav game, Rumikub with her, had nice chats snd reminded...

- Marilyn B.

Patti C.

5.0

Patti worked with me both inside and outside my home for about 5 months for 25 hours per week to provide companionship and help while I was in a very depressed state. Patti is a very nice and patient and energetic person and it's apparent that she has a lot of experience working with all kinds of...

- Gene C.

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