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Mary C.


Tappan, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse/nanny/caregiver/esp Special Needs Child

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Pediatric home care nurse many disabilities/ages/cultural backgrounds, love working with children in your home, Active and athletic, involved many sports and hobbies. love doing lots of different activities. HAVE FOUR CHILDREN MINE OWN. WILL INVOLVE YOUR CHILDREN IN MANY DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES. KEEP THEM BUSY AND OUT OF TROUBLE.
My experience of senior care comes from my current job. I work with adults and seniors with developmental disabilities. I am familiar with conditions such as dementia. I work with some adults who are completely non verbal. I also have experience in the field of Psychology.
Ashley can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
Hello my name is Sydney. I am 23 years old and currently looking for part time or full time work in house keeping and senior care or both. I worked in a pet boutique as an assistant manager for 5 years and currently unemployed. With that I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I'm responsible, caring and...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Eleanora Z.


Saddle River, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
Eleanora can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services
5.0
"Eleanora has been caring for seniors for approximately 20 years she is the most dependable caring responsible person she can think on her feet in situations that arise and handle them in a safe and calm manner."

Cate K.

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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
Susan can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Lisa R.


Harrington Park, NJ

$19-40/hr1 yrs exp

I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...
Lisa can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship & more
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CPR

5.0
"Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing caring uplifting positive person To help me!!! I never felt as comfortable and safe with any anyone else...

Diane O.

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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Katherine P.


Elmsford, NY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there I enjoy working with others that are in need. I used to work for an agency call VIP for 2 years. I have a huge passion working with people. I would do light cleaning, some organizing , run errands and simply kept them company.
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Juliet L.


Yonkers, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am keen, attentive, caring and personable and very much reliable. With my experience, I have helped people who are disabled, chronically ill or cognitively impaired. I also help older adults who may need assistance. I help with activities such as bathing and dressing and I provide services such as light housekeeping. I may be...
Juliet can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
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Home Health Aide

5.0
"We really we blessed to find Juliet. My father really liked her. She fit right in as if she had known my father a long time. My father is not the most easiest person to work with but Juliet was able to create that bond and understanding right away. Love her. "

Carolyn M.

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Annette Y.


Scarsdale, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time After School Or Before School Provider.

I have also worked with Special Needs Children and Adults. I am Certified By The State with Background checks in force and up to date. I am presently not available on Tuesdays or Thursday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 730 p.m.
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Lanisha S.


Yonkers, NY

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a natural love for learning so I always wanted to be a teacher. Life lead me to caring for elderly and landed me a job at a pediatric center for medically fragile children where I worked as a nursing assistant with children up to age 21. Many of the children I've worked with have various health diagnoses and/or physically...
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Jenine D.


New Milford, NJ

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Tons Of Experiences

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past 10 years I have served as a baby sitter working with children ages, two weeks to 15 years old including children with down syndrome, autism, bi-polar, and mild special needs cases. Since 2005, I have been employed by the Montclair Board of Education as a teacher assistant working with children pre-K- grade5. In...
5.0
"Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!"

Camille M.

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Marie L.


White Plains, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work with special needs for 5yrs my experience with autistic spectrum kids and adults with good or bad behavior. also I have 8 yrs , experience home health care, skill are cook, cleaning, doctor appointment, shopping, laundry,
4.0
"Marie wanted more hours and money than I was able to do. She was honest about her needs, which is very refreshing."

Beth O.

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Caregiver

***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...
5.0
"Tracey worked for my family for over 5 years. I had a son who was not able to do anything for himself and his needs increased over the years ( to include feeding tube) Tracey would not only take care of his needs but who sit with him and hold his hand She truly...

Alayne G.

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Travis T.


Dobbs Ferry, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm an employee of the Department of Education. I've worked in the role of a Teaching Assistant for the past 9 years. A major part of my work is the teamwork and collaboration that happens between parents and myself. Our combined efforts are essential to achieving big and small results. I'd...
5.0
"I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to...

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Lora K.


White Plains, NY

$30-45/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, I am a dedicated and certified Home Health Aide with over 10 years of healthcare experience, showcasing exemplary communication skills. Proficient in delivering exceptional in-home and Live-in care to patients facing diverse disabilities, illnesses, and challenges. I am currently seeking long-term professional...
Lora can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Lora was patient & warm spirited, She was keen to the care needed for dementia patients which was a plus for us. Great caregiver!"

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Tracey G.


Bergenfield, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*Hi there! I am a qualified caregiver with 18 years of experience. I am available nights M-F 6/6:30pm-6am)or weekend F-Su overnight(F 6/6:30pm-Su 4/5pm) I am highly experienced in senior care (Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) rehab, stroke, senior special...
Tracey can also help with: Dementia, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Tracey took care of my grandmother. I highly recommend hiring her. She is very caring, dependable, always on time."

Carla H.

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Lori E.


Hartsdale, NY

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Education And English Teacher

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I hold a Masters degree in Education, with specialties in English and Special Education. I've been teaching all students to be the best version of themselves. I like to make learning fun, by giving real life examples of the work. I review all classes with the student, or life skills with an adult. I have experience with kids to...
5.0
"Lori is a great help if you have a teenager or young adult with autism or other special needs who needs help navigating school or college or mastering basic life skills."

Rebecca B.

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Heather W.


Ridgewood, NJ

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello!

I have worked with children of all ages! I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I have over 15+ years experience in childcare.
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Bryan K.


Yonkers, NY

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Secondary Special Education Teacher Looking For Summer Work!

Hello! My name is Bryan and I am a middle school special education teacher. I have been a full time teacher for 10 years now. Additionally, I have been babysitting and working in the day camp industry for 15 plus years. At the moment, I am looking for any jobs during the summer when school is officially out. My availability for...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Tappan, NY

Eleanora Z.

5.0

Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was nutritious and easy for the patient to tolerate when eating became difficult. She treated our mom with respect and dignity. We were lucky to have...

- Judi H.

Susan D.

5.0

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

- Care member

Lisa R.

5.0

Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing caring uplifting positive person To help me!!! I never felt as comfortable and safe with any anyone else this was a priceless gift to have Her...

- Diane O.

Juliet L.

5.0

Juliet worked for us for about a year. We found her to be very experienced and dependable. Her suggestions and care were invaluable during our time of need. Juliet is a solid choice for anyone looking for a very good, empathetic, and caring home care aide.

- Thomas H.

Jenine D.

5.0

Jenine is a lovely woman! My daughter had such a wonderful time with Jenine, she's still talking about it!!!

- Camille M.

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