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Nicole P.


Southport, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/full Time Caregiver/certified Nursing Assistant

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I have personal investment with working with special needs individuals, as I am the parent of a child with Autism. I have had the privilege of working in a care facility for special needs children/adults, as well as a care facility for children with emotional disabilities. I have a passion for helping individuals with special...
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Geneva K.


Wilmington, NC

$10-15/hr

Part Time Companion Available

My experience with the elderly is limited to spending time with my aging father every summer, watching and assisting him as he aged, including his final months. My experience as a Special Needs PreK Teacher Assistant gives me the confidence to use that same patience and TLC to those on the older side of life.
Geneva can also help with: Respite care
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Brea G.


Carolina Beach, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hey, I'm bre! I'm very responsible, organized and outgoing. I have been nannying most my life, newborns to 15-year-olds. I have a special needs background. I also have my CNA and am CPR certified. I am very interested in meeting you.
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Asia E.


Wilmington, NC

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

I am a very sweet and loving caregiver, ready to treat your family as my own. I have experience with behavioral disorders and am very patient when it comes to these things
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Romina R.


Wilmington, NC

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! Im Roma . Im 32 years old and im from Argentina . I was a nurse in Argentina for 4 years , working with senior people most of the time . I came to the states 5 years ago to be an au pair (babysitter) for like 2 and half years , after that I've been doing babysitting, and also currently I'm working in a center for pediatric...
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Stephanie M.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver

I have always taken interest in watching and guiding children in the right direction. I grew up with a little sister, 5 years younger than me. I believe she inspired me to care for children. At the age of 9-10 I would teach my sister her alphabet and numbers on a white board. I enjoy teaching children so I am willing to help...
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Marijane C.


Bolivia, NC

$28/hr

Exceptional, Patient, Kind, Dependable Caregiver .

I have 12 years of experience working with children with special needs working in elementary schools and middle schools as a para professional. I have experience working with children with autism and Asperger's. I am very patient, kind, empathetic, dependable and can assist with helping take exceptional care of your loved one. I...
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Anne W.


Wilmington, NC

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

2.0

(1)

I am no longer available for special needs caregiving because at this time I am focusing on infant/childcare and senior caregiving. Please review my profile under these areas if you would like to chat about either of those areas.
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Denice C.


Carolina Beach, NC

$16-21/hr

Experienced Care Giver

28 years medical/3 years medical experience. Feeding tube, PICC line, catheter, IV, trach, & vent experience. Autism & ADHD experience. 7 yrs Oncology experience. Mobility issues. Speech delays, dysphasia, blindness, and other health experiences. Fully vaccinated.
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Kristin C.


Wilmington, NC

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider And Smile Creator

I'd describe my personality as passionate, determined and friendly I like caring for seniors because I believe people deserve excellent health care from caring individuals and I believe that is what I provide! I'm looking for a job that is rewarding I started caring for seniors when I became a certified nurse assistant in...
Kristin can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
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Elia H.


Wilmington, NC

$16-24/hr2 yrs exp

After spending most of my middle school and high school years babysitting for family and friends, I went into the medical field where I worked as a Certified Nurses Assistant. With most of my special needs experience in emergency medicine, I've had the ability to strengthen my skills of working with those with different a...
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Geneva K.


Wilmington, NC

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Recently Retired Preschool Teacher Assistant

I worked for 10+ years as teacher assistant with the same preschool teacher in Wake County School system. Attended several special needs training sessions to keep current with needs of the classroom.
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Samantha R.


Bolivia, NC

$13-18/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Samantha but I go by Sam. I am 22 years old and have worked with kids and adults with disabilities for 8 years but have had experience with them my entire life. I have worked with people of all different kinds of disabilities and thrive in these situations. I am extremely passionate about working with them and have...
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Kaye W.


Wilmington, NC

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hand For Those Who Want To Stay At Home

I have over 20 years of medical experience. My focus over the past 3 years has been clients with disabilities, senior care, and hospice. Many of my clients have been diagnosed with dementia, Parkinson's, cancer or are stroke survivors. Additionally, I have experience working with special needs children ages 3-12. Many of my...
Kaye can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works...

Care member

I studied biology in high school, I became a cna about 6 months later, I then worked at a special needs group home for about a year then moved into a nursing home for about 6 months then I found my love for home health! I have been working as a home health nurse for about 7 months now and love every second of it! I first found...
Keelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
5.0
"I have seen Keelyn interact with children and seniors for years! She is very passionate about what she does and will go above and beyond to take care of your child or family member. She is always on time, is passionate about her job and it is evident when you see...

Haley M.

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Mary A.


Wilmington, NC

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Full-Time/Overnight Personal Care Attendant Meal Companionship, Housekeeping.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with the elderly for over 25 years. My mother was a nurse. I have a heart with lots of love for babies/children with special needs and disabilities and the elderly. I love to care for everyone. I enjoy brightening up their day by me taking care of them and talking to them, even singing along with them or to...
Mary can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care, home modification, visiting nurse, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Mary is awesome! She took care of my 95-year-old father, who has passed away. Mary bonded with him and was very caring. She was responsible for giving him his medications, feeding and bathing him, and making him as comfortable as possible. Mary also kept his...

Carleen B.

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Katelyn D.


Wilmington, NC

$20/hr8 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her."

Bailey G.

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Sheena S.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with people from the age of 10 to 80 with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I currently work as an instructor for adult with disabilities. I have a Bachelors Degree in Human Services/ Management and a Masters Degree in Public Policy/Public Administration. I have worked at a State Training Center with...
5.0
"Sheena is an outstanding care giver. She worked very well with my daughter. She held high expectations for her and was very caring. I highly recommend her for any caregiving or other position. She has a lot of integrity."

Laura W.

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Ciara H.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Caregiver/companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ciara and I am finishing up my sophomore year at Purdue University where I am pursuing a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I am very experienced with caring for children with special needs and extremely comfortable with it. For the past 4 years I have been caring for a young boy with Autism (12...
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Francine L.


Leland, NC

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Just A Little About Myself

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 79-year-young college graduate. I am retired after a 30 year career in NYC public housing. As part of the housing staff, some of my responsibilities included working with special needs seniors and persons with disabilities. I enjoyed this work over the years as I am a naturally warm and compassionate person. Two of my...
Francine can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"It is a pleasure working with Francine. She is patient and supportive while keeping practical approach to seeing to it that my mom's needs are met. She is 100% reliable and performs her duties with the utmost integrity. Fran is diligent in looking out for my mom's...

Mark K.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Southport, NC

Kaye W.

5.0

Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works very well with me and the other...

- Care member

Keelyn C.

5.0

I have seen Keelyn interact with children and seniors for years! She is very passionate about what she does and will go above and beyond to take care of your child or family member. She is always on time, is passionate about her job and it is evident when you see how she interacts. It's been a...

- Haley M.

Mary A.

3.0

Mary was not a reliable caretaker.

- Faith D.

Katelyn D.

5.0

She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her.

- Bailey G.

Sheena S.

5.0

Sheena is an outstanding care giver. She worked very well with my daughter. She held high expectations for her and was very caring. I highly recommend her for any caregiving or other position. She has a lot of integrity.

- Laura W.

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