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Arianna J.


Ghent, NY

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I worked with Aim Services Inc for 3 years with their self direction program. I helped people with mobility issues, wanting to learn social skills and independence, and so much more. I love working with kids as I am a mom myself but I also have experience working with young adults and seniors. Most of my experience is with...
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Heather G.


Ghent, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in the health care field for a little over 9 years now. I have worked with the elderly and also with developmentally disabled. Both fields hold a huge place in my heart. I am a very caring and hard working woman. I love to help people in any way that I can to the best of my ability, but I also like to learn to...
Heather can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Karin T.


Valatie, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

RN with 25 years of direct care experience now working in home care. I've worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients as well as the MR/DD population. I'm happy to do hygiene care, PT, household chores, food shopping, and med appointments, as well.
Karin can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"In full disclosure, I have known Karin for many years. She provided respite for me in taking care of developmentally disabled adults who lived in my home. She was an excellent worker then and with her further education she is even more so now. I asked Karin if...

Mary B.

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Amanda B.


Hudson, NY

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

12 Years Special Needs Caregiver Experience

I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and...

Ilze E.

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Karen S.


Athens, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible And Sociable

I am retired from teaching special needs children. I have experience with stroke patients. I'm very dependable.
Karen can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Jonathan D.


Hudson, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

LOOING FOR WORK

Hello my name Jonathan I worked as a home health aide for over 10 years. I'm fully vaccinated and I have experience with Hoyer lift training, CPR training, Mentally and physically disabled patients of all ages. I'm a good worker and have been in this field 20+ years. I'm currently working Home Care part time and at New York...
Jonathan can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

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Tanika W.


Claverack, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

Hi, I have over 20 years experience as a trained Social Worker. During this time, I have worked with different populations. In my most recent adventure, as I like to call it, I work with individuals with various intellectual disabilities - majorly Autism. I am patient, caring, flexible and adaptable. I love doing arts and...
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Megan P.


Hudson, NY

$25-30/hr

Senior Companion / Homemaker

I am the Mom of an amazing 6-year-old who is diagnosed with multiple disabilities, which I prefer to call exceptionalities. I am kind, loving, nurturing and patient. Previous to becoming a Mom, I owned my own freelance business in a highly creative field where I was responsible for handling large budgets, allocating funds in...
Megan can also help with: Respite care, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Stephanie W.


Hudson, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an exceptional work record and have a lot of experience in all aspects of the nursing field, including pediatrics, geriatrics, vents, assisted feeding machine and so much more. I am CPR and AED certified, therefore I can and will handle emergencies if they occur.
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Thresa C.


Hudson, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Thresa . I have experience with children with special needs , behaviors , mental health , autism ticks & others . I am also a CNA my specialty is dementia & hospice worked at many nursing homes & agency . I am also in the child care field I've had 2x a home exempt day care in my own home . I work also thru a nanny...
I have been in the health care field for 20+ years. The last 4 years I have been a home health aide caring for the elderly ranging from end of life care (hospice), to people with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and people just aging and needing help with hygiene, cooking, cleaning, and appointments/outings. Prior to...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services & more
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Angelina P.


Selkirk, NY

$16-24/hr10 yrs exp

Have A Place In My Heart For People With Disabilities

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the human service field sense I was 18 and prior to that growing up my family always worked in that field also grew up helping take care of my grandfather who had a sever brain injury and behaviors. This field comes natural to me and something I am compassionate about. I also have a 6-year-old who's disabled and...
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Angelina P.


Selkirk, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Helping One Person Might Not Change The World, But It Could Change The World For One Person

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate caregiver with 20 years of experience with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, hospice, dementia and companion care as well. I have also worked in the human service field for 8 years so have allot of experience with different physical and mental disabilities. I love being a caregiver because you can make an enormous...
Angelina can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Definitely recommend! Angelina was always on time and happy to see us. She is very well organized and cares about the work she is doing. She wasn't just someone taking care of my mother she became part of the family. Not only was my mother taken care of. 100% but...

Jamie M.

I am a fun loving energenic LPN with 24+ years experience . I started my own business in 2021 and have experience working with individuals with both physical and mental disabilities along with patients with Alzheimers and Dementia . I have experience working as a LPN Supervisor in a home health agency setting along with...
Shelly can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, light cleaning, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Shelly provided exceptional care for my grandfather, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to his well-being. Her compassion and dedication were evident in every interaction, creating a nurturing and supportive environment that significantly improved his quality...

Elisabeth D.

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Marissa S.


Selkirk, NY

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable Care Services

Hi. I have been a caregiver for several individuals with developmental delays, add/adhd, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, Down syndrome, etc.. I love taking care of others. I work as for the chatham Ny school district and have had much experience helping young ones with delays, Down syndrome and the like to work with others, learn, play...
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Alyssa C.


Elizaville, NY

$19-24/hr8 yrs exp

Hi my name is Alyssa. I used to work with a little girl who had a very rare disease that she was 5 years old but she had learning abilities as a 2-year-old and wasn't responsive. I do sometimes have my own son with me as well who is 15 months old.
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Wysteria B.


Selkirk, NY

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a compassionate and optimistic mother of two wonderful children, ages five and seven, who are on the autism spectrum. I am patient, kind, loving, and understanding. I am dedicated to offering companionship and services aimed at enhancing the well-being and comfort of your loved ones. I will provide compassionate...
Wysteria can also help with: Respite care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Amber Q.


Old Chatham, NY

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

I am a caring person who loves to assist others in any way that I can. making other people happy makes me happy! Safety is always priority in book! I am a very reliable person. I have experience in meal preparation, medication administration, physical and developmental disabilities, personal and hygiene assistance and much more....
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Keyondrah M.


Catskill, NY

$30-40/hr2 yrs exp

Behavioral Nanny

I am aware of the challenges in hiring someone who hasn't had much experience working specifically with neurodivergent kids or kids with developmental delays. Fortunately, this is my area of expertise! For the past four years, I've been a behavioral nanny, and I'm currently learning more!
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Gillian O.


South Egremont, MA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs

I am a licensed Special Education teacher with a bachelors of arts in Child, Youth, and Family Studies from Lesley University. I have provided childcare for a 8-year-old with autism and physical disabilities. I have worked in classrooms for children diagnosed with a variety of significant diagnosis from grades PreK-8 as well an...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Ghent, NY

Karin T.

5.0

I hired Karin to assist with caring for my parents. One has Alzheimer's and the other Parkinson's Disease. She worked with us for a couple years until their conditions required 24hour care. She was absolutely fantastic with both! Always punctual, extremely organized, gentle yet firm when the...

- Carolyn S.

Amanda B.

5.0

Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and skill-building on a number of daily...

- Ilze E.

Angelina P.

5.0

Angie is very caring and attentive she's very outgoing and she follows her schedule she was even able to get my grandfather to eat his vegetables she's very compassionate and she had a great relationship with my grandfather while she was taking care of him I would highly recommend Angelina

- Care member

Shelly F.

5.0

Shelly provided exceptional care for my grandfather, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to his well-being. Her compassion and dedication were evident in every interaction, creating a nurturing and supportive environment that significantly improved his quality of life. Shelly's warm and engaging...

- Elisabeth D.

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