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Melissa M.


Saint James, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Flexible Caregiver Available

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Hello my name is Melissa. I am 30 years old. I have more than 10 years experience in the child care field. It has been a passion of mine as a hobby. I have also worked as a nanny in recent years, I am enthusiastic and very interactive with children. I thoroughly enjoy spending time with them and helping with homework and...
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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

5.0

(2)

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: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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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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, dementia, visiting physician
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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Elise H.


Nesconset, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elise is truly special. She is a well mannered, kind and passionate person. I was very impressed with the care she gave my mom who has Alzheimer’s Disease. Elise has a great personality and a very strong work ethic. She easily adapted to my mom’s needs and worked...

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Ayishetu O.


Mount Sinai, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

4.2

(5)

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: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, errands, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Ayishetu has just started helping to care for my father-in-law. She has been wonderful! She knows her way around all of my FIL medical needs, and has a wonderful way about her in helping him physically. He is a very proud man and loosing his strength and ability...

Ariel Z.

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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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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."

Philomena R.

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Suzanne J.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Suzanne, I am 53 yrs old, I have worked in a Nursing home for 15 yrs and I also have worked for Special Needs Adults and Children.
5.0
"Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and...

Gina T.

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Myra M.


East Setauket, NY

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...
Myra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands, personal care
Skills:

CPR

3.0
"Incorrectly shows Myra was hired. She was interviewed"

Catherine L.

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David L.


Smithtown, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot; they were going to the gym together, cooking together, etc. Dave is mature, affable, friendly, easy-going,...

Maureen R.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."

Meryl B.

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Rosalinda R.


Smithtown, NY

$14-28/hr

Rosalinda CNA Certified

Mother of 2 grown children (age 37 and 30) plus 3 very lovely grandchildren. Very experienced when it comes to children of all ages and adults/ seniors. I also work for a local school district with special needs children. Bi lingual in Spanish. will work with your schedule
Rosalinda can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Colleen B.


Nesconset, NY

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have experience working with adults with disabilities and special needs.. I worked as a CNA at Jefferson Ferry for 2 years. I currently work as a caregiver to an elderly women and weekends at a clothings store. I'm 37 years old with interest in reading, baking, walking, card games and any and all crafts such as crocheting,...
Colleen can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

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Melissa C.


Centereach, NY

$20-42/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care / Companion/ Help With ADL's, I Am A Retired Nurse

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

CPR certified, Health Care background, Car, Loves helping others , 20 plus years experience to seniors, specializing in Alzheimer's/ dementia care , Pediatric and Neonatal baby nursing. Special needs , and I've nannied and worked with children for 37 years. Professionally for 27 years
Melissa can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

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Jessica P.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Patient Licensed Practical Nurse

I am a licensed practical nurse with 5 years of care companion experience, 15 years of sitter experience , and 3 years of clinical nursing experience . I am BLS and CPR certified . Coworkers and friends would describe me as caring , bubbly , patient , responsible , and fun to be around . I'm looking forward to getting to know...
I am friendly and responsible person . I have worked with speciel needs childrens for5 years . I like cooking
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Matthew F.


Kings Park, NY

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Special Needs Community

I have years of experience as a DSP for the special needs community. In addition I am a licensed physical therapist asst and a certified yoga instructor.
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Alexis A.


Centereach, NY

$20-25/hr

Direct Support Professional

Hello! I'm 25, and my name is Alexis. I am a outgoing and patient. I have worked as a Direct Support Professional for 4 years-taking care of multiple individuals in their own home. Feeding, bathing, and participating in activities. I am studying for social work/occupational therapy.
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Patrick G.


Northport, NY

$19-50/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Companion/assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over a year and a half of experience from working at Queens Centers for Progress as a Pre-vocational Specialist helping adults with disabilities learn work skills for future employment by volunteering in the community.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Saint James, NY

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

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.

Elise H.

5.0

Elise was very caring and compassionate at all times towards my elderly mother. She always arrived on time, and stayed late if necessary. Elise became like a member of the family while working for us. I would highly recommend her- she will become a great addition to your household.

- Care member

Ayishetu O.

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.

Jaclyn P.

5.0

Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver.

- Philomena R.

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