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Special needs adult care in Ridge, NY

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Thomas D.


Ridge, NY

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

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I'm a loving caring person who loves to help others. It started in high school when I took BOCES for my CNA. I worked as an HHA for a year, then came to the mental health field working the medical failage. I gained much experience within my employment with FREE. Transfers, feeding tube, stoma care and carther care just to name a...
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Samantha W.


Ridge, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Mary Poppins Sped Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Samm. I am a Special Education teacher. My availability is based on a teachers schedule, so I am available summers, weekends, and days off from school. I am looking for a Mary Poppins-type position. There is potential for this to continue during the school year but it would have to be after school, on weekends, and...
Im a reliable, patient, and flexible I been working with disabled elderly and infant for over 10 years of experience mentally and physically and still currently work doing things I love.
I am a nursing assistant, I also do companion care, I'm very energetic, very caring for others and have lots of experience in the elderly and disability field I'd describe my personality as energetic, caring, phenomenal I like caring for seniors because I love to help the elderly I'm looking for a job that is just relaxing...
Shaniqua can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Kaitlyn M.


Ridge, NY

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced and Compassionate Care Giver

I currently work with developmentally disabled adults for a company called AHRC. I have 8 years experience and really enjoy what I do! I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I am also AMAP certified (approved medication administration personnel). I am young, energetic, and compassionate about what I do.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
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Megan J.


Ridge, NY

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver. I've been working with individuals with disabilities for nine years and love working in this field. I've made very valuable connections and learned a lot. Currently, my availability is limited, so I am looking for part-time work where I can put my skills and experience to practice. Please feel...
Since 2019, I've worked in the healthcare field, providing care and support to individuals with disabilities. When I lived in Florida I was employed at an assisted living facility with a senior population, and here in New York I've worked in group homes with Family Residences and Essential Enterprises. I've had experience...
Megan can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
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Tasheeya W.


Middle Island, NY

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Tasheeya. I am 34 years old. I have been working in the home care field with the elderly population as well as the mentally disabled population since I was 18 years old.
Tasheeya can also help with: Personal care, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Tasheeya has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition. She is also very dependable. Tasheeya displays sound judgement and always has a practical and logical approach in all she does. She's very knowledgeable in the field and will...

T B.

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Lisa P.


Manorville, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, About myself, I have extensive experience in Senior Care. I put my career on hold to care for my parents for eight years. My Mom suffered from Alzheimer's disease and sadly succumbed to it seven years ago. My Dad and I were together until he passed in 2023. I was extremely blessed to be able to be with them for those...
Lisa can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Nina N.


Moriches, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Available Part Time -

3.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a compassionate, responsible, and energetic CNA with over 20 years experience. I've worked in nursing homes, hospitals and private care, caring for the elderly and disabled of all ages. I'm now using my experience to be a companion care worker as well. I truly love working with people and helping them live their lives to the...
Nina can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Nina is confident, professional and very caring. She's been with us for a week thus far, during the most critical time following the release of my 91-year-old mom from the skilled nursing facility where she had been for two months. She has helped me to organize as...

Sophia C.

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Tyler J.


Manorville, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

For almost a year now I have worked with someone who has a developmental disability and some physical disabilities. I have also babysat since I was 12. Additionally, I was a caretaker for someone with dementia for a short period of time as well.
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Karen A.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Karen. I am seeking a part-time caregiver position supporting individuals with special needs. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in caring for individuals with cerebral palsy, autism, and other developmental challenges. My skills include providing daily living assistance, medication management, and...
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Jennifer C.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, visiting physician, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "

Emil R.

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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Dementia, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

5.0
"I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me "

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Christina D.


Middle Island, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Very Well Versed Companion, Home Health Aide And Care Coordinator Plus Animal Lover All In One!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience supporting and working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities in various settings. I have provided supports and services in the following settings; private homes, residential ( group homes and nursing homes) and community based settings. I have experience with providing the...
Christina can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, specialized care, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She...

Demme M.

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Kelly M.


Shirley, NY

$30-46/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated and loyal Companion/Caregiver. I know first hand the importance of maintaining peace of mind knowing that someone caring and compassionate is taking care of a loved one. Over 20 years personal and professional experience. Caring for my own family members, including dementia, hospice, and end of life care. Over 20 years...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't...

Adam S.

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Ayishetu O.


Mount Sinai, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Ayishetu is my name, Responsible Home health Aide with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over 10 years of experience in the healthcare. Proficient in providing exceptional in-homes support to patients with wide of disability, illnesses or other challenges. Experience in medication, Assistance with daily living,...
Ayishetu can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, home modification, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ayishetu gave great care to my mother over the weekend while I was away. My mother is battling Dementia/Alzheimers. Ayishetu is reliable, accountable, professional and experienced. I will hire Ayishetu again and highly recommend her. "

Nadjamy J.

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Felicia C.


Mount Sinai, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
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Kathleen H.


Shirley, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

First let me introduce myself. My name is Kathy. I have several years of experience caring for seniors with and without special needs. I would appreciate if you could disregard the review posted. This situation was a very isolated, extraordinary incident and this review was unnecessarily, inappropriately aggressive. I can...
Kathleen can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
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Elisia W.


East Moriches, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Experienced, And Reliable Sitter

Hi! I am the mom of 4 children (most older and out of the house) & have only my 6-year-old daughter left. I am well experienced in infant (preemie) to adult/ child/senior special needs care. I am First Aid & CPR certified, have a clean drivers license, reliable SUV and clean background check. I have a bachelor's degree and am...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Ridge, NY

Tasheeya W.

5.0

Tasheeya has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition. She is also very dependable. Tasheeya displays sound judgement and always has a practical and logical approach in all she does. She's very knowledgeable in the field and will always be an asset to whatever she...

- T B.

Nina N.

5.0

Nina is confident, professional and very caring. She's been with us for a week thus far, during the most critical time following the release of my 91-year-old mom from the skilled nursing facility where she had been for two months. She has helped me to organize as well as teach me how best to...

- Sophia C.

Jennifer C.

5.0

Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her.

- Emil R.

Chynel W.

5.0

I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me

- Care member

Christina D.

5.0

Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She walked my sisters dog, cleaned her...

- Demme M.

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