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Jennifer E.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

FULL TIME LIVE IN/LIVE OUT SENIOR CARE GIVER

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked for over 22 years as a caregiver. I am HHA and CPR certified. My last assignment was for over nine and a half years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am...
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, specialized care, respite care, personal care, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible, knowledgeable, resourceful, and dependable. She would come to our home as early in the morning as we needed her...

Caroll K.

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Jennifer P.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver

Hi my name is Jen. I am a Broadway Actress and mom of a 15yr old. I am currently studying to get my senior care certification but have much experience caring for special needs. I would love to help out in anyway I can. Have CPR training and excellent references.
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Sandra C.


Brooklyn, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Over the past 15 years I have worked with different families who needed someone to care for their older relatives along with teens/adults who have different disabilities. I would describe my personality as generous, optimistic, and courteous. In my spare time, I like to exercise, cook, and sometimes plant. My skills...
Sandra can also help with: Home modification, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"She always goes above and beyond when i worked with her. She knew exactly how to make my mom comfortable when she worked with her . "

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Sarah R.


Jersey City, NJ

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

CNA

I have 3 years of experience with gerontology. I have also worked in several nursing homes as an HHA and a CNA. I also work with special needs kids.
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, home modification, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation
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.

I have been in special needs field for over 15 years. I work closely with diverse group of people: ADD/ ADHD, Autism, Asperger's syndrome, learning disabilities, speech impairment, and non-complaint behavior. My experience have taught me the value of patience and encouragement. My skill allow me to meet the needs of every...
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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: Personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
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 "

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Kerry T.


Brooklyn, NY

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

I am looking for temporary work as a sitter or caregiver for disabled kids, most of my experience is autism related. I work full time at a day treatment facility/ school program for kids with disabilities and behavioral issues. As a Teaching Assistant/paraprofessional I am responsible for helping students with classwork,...
5.0
"Kerry is provides the utmost care for her clients. She communicates well, understands the motivations and demonstrates empathy. Her clients, love and respect her. Because of this you should seriously consider her for care of your loved one. Moreover, because of...

Lewis T.

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Brittany T.


New York, NY

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...
5.0
"Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated,...

Lavinia M.

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Melissa H.


New York, NY

$100/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I have been working with children and young adults with Special Needs for over 10 years now, teaching for over 20. As former teaching fellow for students with special needs, certification in working with students with Autism, training in Orton Gillingham, and teaching at the Quad Preparatory School, I am uniquely qualified...
5.0
"Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities tutor. She is compassionate, level headed and helped our son feel confident with his abilities and gain...

Barry K.

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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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Ralph T.


Elmhurst, NY

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time/ Part-time Caregiver Available.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a caregiver/personal care assistant with over 5 years of professional experience working for high net wort clients. While working as a caregiver, I was entrusted to be the house manager and personal assistant to one of my clients. Additionally, I also have experience being a caregiver for children with special needs. I have...
Ralph can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ralph is a rare and wonderful person. We hired him for a temporary need while my father could not walk and he provided excellent and compassionate care. He is also an accomplished cook with a Culinary degree! We enjoyed his cooking and awareness of all things...

Bibi F.

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Bellie T.


Elmhurst, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Career

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Aside from my bachelors degree in nursing from my hometown Philippines, I am also a certified CNA in NY. A compassionate, loving, caring & trustworthy person. I rejoice in every opportunity available to provide care for patients needing assistance in their senior years. My sturdy built is likewise a plus for special needs in...
Bellie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, live-in home care, home modification, respite care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Billie is not only very capable but also a truly caring individual. He has a warm and upbeat personality that was evident a first meeting him. He interacts well with my husband while performing the necessary tasks and, at the same time, putting a smile on my...

Helene P.

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Ana H.


New York, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Great experience / reference available Saturday and Sunday . Am currently hold a RN from the state of Florida, love to work with special needs!
5.0
"I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to come through for me at literally the LAST minute to take my chronically ill mother to two essential Doctor's...

Liza F.

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Sarah C.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Summer Special Needs Care Giver!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Summer is supposed to be fun! With or without a disability, every child deserves a fun summer filled with meaningful activities and the opportunity to practice skills learned in the classroom out in the real world. For the past 10 or so years I have worked in various capacities with individuals with special needs. From working...
5.0
"I met Sarah four years ago when she began her career as an educator. We quickly became great friends and coworkers. Sarah is kind, passionate, giving, supportive, and dedicated to her students, family and friends. Whoever has the opportunity to work with Sarah is...

Ruby J.

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Laurie A.


Brooklyn, NY

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had extensive experience working with children with mental and physical challenges. I am certified in First Aid and CPR. I have a New York State background check. I love to work with children because they teach us more about ourselves than anyone ever will.
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Daria T.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Attentive Professional Caregiver. Psychologist & Teacher By Education, Kind Loving Personality

Hello Dear Parents! I'm Daria, professional in childcare with more than 11 years of experience and great love for kids. I have a degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology and Teaching (I got it not in US). All this years I've been working with children: taking care, helping with pre-school education, psychological help and...
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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: Dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, errands, 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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Madalyn C.


New York, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

I have a genuine passion for caring for elders and those in need of assistance. I have personal experience caring for my grandmother who suffered from Alzheimer's and later became disabled, requiring a wheelchair. Additionally, I have volunteered at nursing homes, providing care for several individuals. I find fulfillment in...
Madalyn can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"If you are looking for someone to care for your loved one with care, love and patience i would highly recommend Madalyn. She was amazing with my mother. She got my mom out of bed and took her outside to Central Park for some air. My mother hasn't went outside ever...

Casie S.

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Kathy C.


South Ozone Park, NY

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Fun, Patient & Loving Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience as a Home Care Caregiver 15years plus. Provided non- medical home care services to elderly/disabled patients. Focus on personal care, Companionship, Homemaking & Transportation. I've have provided care for Elderly, with Dementia, Parkinson's Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer & Old Age. I have the Ability to...
Kathy can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

3.0
"Kathy was pleasant and on time. She took directions well for the most part. However, I don't deem her to be a safe worker. I notified her of my mom being prone to falls and on two occasions my mother was in an uncomfortable sliding position where she could have...

Carma A.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Jackson Heights, NY

Jennifer E.

5.0

I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible, knowledgeable, resourceful, and dependable. She would come to our home as early in the morning as we needed her to so we could go to work with a...

- Caroll K.

Sandra C.

5.0

Sandra was wonderful and caring during the short time she worked with my father before he passed away. She was always good about communication and my father liked her very much, as she was able to be warm and attentive in a low-key way he appreciated. We were grateful for her support during this...

- Rebecca L.

Maria Z.

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 is patient in dealing with a person...

- Valerie G.

Nicole M.

5.0

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

- Care member

Kerry T.

5.0

Kerry is provides the utmost care for her clients. She communicates well, understands the motivations and demonstrates empathy. Her clients, love and respect her. Because of this you should seriously consider her for care of your loved one. Moreover, because of her flexibility, adaptability and...

- Lewis T.

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