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Taraanne R.


Hicksville, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Loving, Caring Special Needs Caregiver

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Hello My name is Tara! I'm 35 years old. I have 10 years + of experience. I have experience with ages 6 weeks old-teenage years. I have experience with special needs as well. I currently work at Pre School as a Teaching Assistant. I'm looking to supplement my income. I can be flexible with days, and hours. I'm also a former...
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Amanda M.


Hicksville, NY

$15-25/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Amanda and I have baby sat special needs children before. I get along with special needs kids very well and am up for any challenge to care for them. I can assist with medical needs and mostly mental, I enjoy playing with the kids I babysit and I am responsible at the same time while making sure the child is cared...
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Amy F.


Hicksville, NY

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hi, I'm Amy! I have my Masters in Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education. I am currently a special education teacher at a therapeutic day school for students ages 5 to 8 years old. I have been a head teacher for 4 years and have experience working with children and young adults, ages 2 to 20. I have experience working...
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Shanisha M.


Hicksville, NY

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have had experience with Children with Autism and ADHD I also have experience with working with people with muscular dystrophy . I learned not only patience skill but time management skills . What I took from the experience is that every encounter you experience will always be different but how you interact with others should...
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Dora V.


Hicksville, NY

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

I did take care of the elderly with disabilities for about 3 years. I prepare her breakfast, lunch and dinner some days a week and morning weekends. She was very sweet lady. I did take overnight for a couple in their house for a month. I assisted them with breakfast, dinner, toilet, sponge bath, some exercises. I pray with them...
Dora can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Faith J.


Baldwin, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For 12 years I helped with the personal care of a paraplegic; bathing, dressing, appointments, errands, meals and medication. At present I am working part-time with adults with disabilities. I enjoy working to uplift people and to give them a reason to be here.
Faith can also help with: Hospice services, transportation, errands, dementia, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Faith cared for my father who had recently been diagnosed with ALS. He progressed very quickly. She also is helping us care for my mother-in-law who is bedridden and has dementia. She has been an absolute gift to my family. She always shows up and is punctual and...

Gail B.

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Sarah C.


Wantagh, NY

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

Sarah C.

I have had experience caring for someone with a disability since I can remember. My oldest sister has cerebral palsy and I have been one of her main caregivers for many years. I have experience working in a school for children with special needs. I worked at South Shore Educational collaborative as a paraprofessional for four...
5.0
"Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter"

Nancy S.

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Nicole D.


Franklin Square, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I have experience in this field I been a caregiver my whole life with a sister who is physically disabled and mentally and I also took care of my farther who had lung cancer and lost his fight 3 yrs ago and after losing my dad I moved my family to Florida and went to a online program and I worked at a assistant living homes...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Nicole is a very hard working, honest, caring and helpful person. She did her tasks without complaint, and took good care of the patient while bringing them to Dr. appointments, PT, and trips to senior clubs. She also did food shopping, washing/folding...

Lois S.

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Monica S.


Glen Cove, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Monica. I am interested for a job, where I would help the family with the house,senior companion care, organizing laundry, special needs, assistant each other with responsibility. I am punctual, flexible, responsible, I have 10 years experience and I have good references. If you want to know more about me, please...
Monica can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Wound Care

5.0
"Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge caretaker. My Dad loves her and would look forward to her visits everyday. Monica was always punctual, honest and trustworthy and...

Dana M.

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Nakeisha R.


Amityville, NY

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep

"I am modest, but hard working. Someone who thinks positive, who can execute on difficult task. I'm not a individual who needs to be micromanage, rather when given a task. I can figure out the best way's to solve the problem in an autonomous manner. I Have experience patient'swho required special needs, Alzheimer's, glaucoma and...
Nakeisha can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"There aren’t enough words in the English language to describe the level of care Nakeisha provided for my wife. Her professionalism, hard work and caring attitude is unmatched. Nakeisha is as real as they come. She has kindness in her heart that guides her daily....

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Tarina W.


Bellmore, NY

$41/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Job Available Full-Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a kind, reliable and caring individual. I am also very congenial. I adore listening to my elders and build a personal companionship with my patients. I am highly skilled and experienced working with the elderly, sick and disabled. I am trained to check vital signs. I am able to transfer patient from bed to wheelchair,...
Tarina can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"While we did not end up hiring Tarina for this role, I have every trust in her and that she would be a wonderful caregiver for another family in need. We had a lengthy conversation, and she seems like a wonderful person. We needed someone with a car, or we would...

Jenifer M.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

my name is Mary. Im 61 yrs of age. I'm active and full of energy. I am looking for a caretaker job. Have experience. My attributes-loving caring great companion personable great cook care for all your needs. Im a gem as I've been told . please call if interested
5.0
"Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework...

Tim K.

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Nalijah W.


Amityville, NY

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently employed as a Special Education Teacher's Assistant at a Charter School in Dekalb County. I have experience working with children from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Daily I help my students understand material that they find difficult. During the summer months I work as a director at camp for children with...
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Drita V.


New Hyde Park, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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. "

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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...
4.0
"Drita cares about her clients and is very patient. She is a hard worker and enjoys working with the disabled"

Wendy A.

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Nigeria W.


Uniondale, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

Over 20 years experience working with people Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
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Patricia O.


Merrick, NY

$10-15/hr

Nanny, Driver, Have Special Needs Experience

I am currently a Part-time Special Ed. teacher's Aide. I have been working in the School District for 22 years. Along with that I have worked for 2 families, caring for their children. I drove and picked them up from school, stayed with them till their parents came home, and also drove them to different functions. The second...
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Marie D.


Baldwin, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Competent Nurse's Aide Looking For A Position With The Elderly

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am warm, caring, and communicative, with sympathy for disabled elders. I believe it is crucial to help them live their days with dignity, comfort, and meaningful interactions. I have 10 years experience caring for the elderly with conditions including dementia, heart failure, terminal cancer, diabetes, respiratory problems,...
Marie can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Marie cared for my 88-year-old father, a stroke victim, for 6 months, until he recently passed. Thanks to her dedication, my father was able to stay in his home, with my mom, despite his complete dependence on nursing aides. Marie was warm and goodnatured, and...

Julie J.

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Monet W.


Freeport, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Live-In CNA Available For Companionship, Meal Prep, Housekeeping, Medication Reminders.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate, intuitive and self-directed CNA with over 10 years of experience devoted to providing superior in-home care to seniors, mentally ill, and persons with disabilities or any health limitation. I've had the opportunity to work in several settings including medical-surgical, critical care, emergency, behavioral health,...
Monet can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Monet is a caring and responsible young lady."

Harold S.

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Asha J.


Glen Cove, NY

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

My mom was ill with cancer. I was with her & took care of her the entire time. I have worked with children & adults with special needs for over 12 years.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Hicksville, NY

Faith J.

5.0

I would not hesitate to hire Faith if you are looking for a caregiver. She is excellent and dependable.

- Nancy T.

Sarah C.

5.0

Sarah was phenomenal with my daughter who has Autism. She was patient, kind and my daughter absolutely loved being with her! We consider ourselves so lucky and fortunate to have her work and care for my daughter

- Nancy S.

Nicole D.

5.0

Nicole is a very hard working, honest, caring and helpful person. She did her tasks without complaint, and took good care of the patient while bringing them to Dr. appointments, PT, and trips to senior clubs. She also did food shopping, washing/folding clothes, light house cleaning, and...

- Lois S.

Monica S.

5.0

Monica cared for my 94 year old Dad both at home and in Rehab. She is very reliable, caring and most of all a hands-on take charge caretaker. My Dad loves her and would look forward to her visits everyday. Monica was always punctual, honest and trustworthy and is a very kind, friendly caring...

- Dana M.

Nakeisha R.

5.0

Nakeisha is a lovely woman. She is very kind and a hard worker. She takes care of my husband who has Parkinson's disease on weekends, and she is wonderful. She is very cooperative and responsible and offers help wherever she can. She keeps the house neat and clean. i highly recommend her.

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