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Abigail L.


Portsmouth, RI

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

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I use to volunteer with children/teens ages 6-17 at a summer camp for 4 years while I was in high-school. The disabilities ranged, both cognitive and physical.
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Vanessa T.


Middletown, RI

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hbts Worker

I have a child care certification and have many years experience working with children and families professionally and personally. I really enjoy it. I am available for several services. Please contact me for more details. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank You!
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Liz S.


Warwick, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...
Liz can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
" We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of...

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Leslie H.


Warwick, RI

$20-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

Linda W.

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Melanie B.


Wakefield, RI

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Aid Or Home Health Care Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10+ years in the Health Field. I have worked in Hospitals, Home care, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes. I Have done over 5 Private Duty jobs working with MS, Als , Stroke patients, children with disabilities, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer patients. I have worked with people that need mechanical lifts, on Vents and...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, home modification, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

Wound Care

5.0
"She is extremely caring and pays attention to detail... She is reliable and an extremely hard worker. Melanie takes pride in her work"

Marlene V.

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Rachel D.


Warwick, RI

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am writing to apply for the position of Personal Caregiver. As a compassionate and capable individual with more than 7 years of experience providing transportation and assistance to individuals with a variety of needs, I am confident that I am the ideal candidate for the role. I enjoy working with people, and I enjoy...
5.0
"That she is a very good caring person!"

Dora H.

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Anissa V.


Tiverton, RI

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Skilled Home Health Aide Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a licensed skilled Certified Nursing Assistant, with adequate qualities to ensure safety and progression with clients. I am BLS / CPR certified in both adult and infant resuscitation. I have more than five years experience working with geriatric patients with neurological diseases. I am kind, empathetic, and patient, when...
Anissa can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Anissa is a very patient, respectful, and responsible individual. She took the time to get to know my daughter and understand her exact needs with gentle care. Her service was greatly appreciate."

Teresa G.

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Natasha M.


Warwick, RI

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience with physically and mentally disabled adults in a day program and group home setting. Helping with daily tasks of living. Training through RI state program for PCA.
Natasha can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I highly recommend Natasha! She cared for my mother at home through various stages of dementia and was always caring, respectful and punctual. She is reliable and experienced. My mother transitioned to a long term care facility, otherwise Natasha would still be a...

Shelley P.

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Shantell G.


Warwick, RI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiving Professional With A

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 29 years old, I have had a few care jobs in my lifetime. I love to out help others, especially those whom are elderly or individuals with special needs. Currently I am direct support professional, something I find very rewarding! In the past, I've worked with a 76-year-old man who had a spinal injury, extremely limited...
5.0
"Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate "

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a 38-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!"

Kirsten K.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Part-time Caregiver

I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
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Rachel C.


East Greenwich, RI

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Loving/Professional Care For Your Loved One

Realizing your loved ones need help and finding that right person to entrust that care is a difficult process. I have vast experience in working with those who need a little extra care. This includes memory loss, special needs, and special rehabilitation. My experience includes organized and creative daily activities for a...
Rachel can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, respite care
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Amber Cook M.


Warwick, RI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hello, I'm Amber. I am experienced in elder care, Alzheimer's , dementia care, and special needs. I have been working in healthcare since I was 18, starting my first position as an Activity assistant in 2008. I eventually went on to become a certified caregiver and then got my CNA license in 2011. I have worked in long term...
Amber Cook can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Mallory S.


West Warwick, RI

$23-25/hr2 yrs exp

Making Your Home Care Experience Personable

My name is Mallory , I am 28 and am looking to take on home care/ nannying . I have experience with caring for children from infants to 5-year-olds. I have experience caring for a boy who is developmentally delayed, I am familiar with cognitive and physical therapy skills. I also am CNA licensed for Rhode Island of 2 years...
Mallory can also help with: Errands, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

CPR

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Claire C.


Bristol, RI

$17-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name's Claire. I have almost a decade of childcare experience, professional level CPR certification, and currently work as a youth swim instructor! I teach children with limb differences, hearing loss, anxiety, autism, ADHD, and many other behavioral or developmental differences.
Former lead preschool teacher, have taught elementary special education, experienced with children on the spectrum and ABA.
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Anissa V.


Tiverton, RI

$23-38/hr6 yrs exp

I am a positive, supportive, attentive, and patient CNA who has 6 years of experience working with children, teenagers, and adults that have unique needs. I have worked with children and young adults in the RI public school district working one-on-one or in group settings, providing quality care, support, and guidance. I have...
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Sofia R.


Warwick, RI

$19-39/hr2 yrs exp

I've been taking care of those for special needs and disabilities for years. I was also a caretaker for my grandmother with dementia for 4+ years. I love creating bond, making sure their quality of life is fulfilling, and giving the best service I can. Message me !
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, transportation, errands, dementia & more
Experienced Caregiver for Special Needs, Elderly, and Animal Care Hi! I'm Jennifer, and have 4+ years of experience providing care for individuals with special needs, seniors, and animals. My background in special education allows me to offer personalized support to people of all ages, helping with daily activities, therapy, or...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

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Makenzie C.


Bristol, RI

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I have two years of experience working with children ages 3-13 with varying emotional and behavioral diagnosis. I have such a desire working with and getting to know young children with special needs because often times they just need a friend, someone who can listen to them (even when they're non-verbal), and a caring play...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Newport, RI

Liz S.

5.0

We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of exactly what my Mom was dealing with was...

- Care member

Leslie H.

5.0

She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around.

- Linda W.

Melanie B.

5.0

Melanie is a caring, thorough care giver, and genuinely respects the integrity of her clients.

- Susan H.

Rachel D.

5.0

That she is a very good caring person!

- Dora H.

Anissa V.

5.0

My family and I could not recommend a CNA more highly than Anissa. We will always be grateful to her for the amazing care she provided our father at the end of his life. Her genuine kindness and compassion made his final days far more bearable for him, our mom, and our entire family. Anissa answered...

- Allie D.

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