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Serena J.


Chester Springs, PA

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Serena and I am from Chester Springs, PA. I am extremely passionate about health care and currently on the road to becoming a physician. I have had a special place in my heart for caregiving ever since my very first job, at Sunrise Senior Living where I worked on the dementia unit. There, I learned what would...
I currently work as a companion/care taker for an 82-year-old woman with Alzheimer's. In a few weeks she will transition into an assisted living facility. I have been working with ME for over three years. My duties included taking her to doctor's appointments, light cleaning around her house, taking her to dinner, family...
I worked with students specifically who have special needs. I am very familiar with the educational part of helping them learn and being their support when needed. I am very familiar with de-escalating a situation as well.
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Anne K.


Downingtown, PA

$20-40/hr5 yrs exp

Occupational Therapy Practitioner

I currently work as an occupational therapy practitioner with individuals across the lifespan. I assist preschoolers, the mental health population, and older adults. I am a Reiki practitioner, trained as a postpartum doula, and I run a meditative dance practice. In caring for others, I focus on implementing mindfulness and...
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Stephanie C.


Exton, PA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional In Behavioral Analysis

I began my career as a therapeutic support professional, for behavioral health rehabilitation services. I worked with parents and teachers to help children on the spectrum learn appropriate behaviors and improve their quality of life. Then I worked for the Devereux Foundation, one of the largest behavioral health non profit...
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Elizabeth E.


Phoenixville, PA

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving Has Been My Passion For 20 Years.

3.7

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in all facets of healthcare. Geriatric, end of life, rehabilitation, special needs, Alzheimer's, dementia, stroke, heart disease, Parkinson's, seizure disorders, and cancer. I strive for the best possible quality of life for my clients. Has been CNA certified and CPR certified.
Elizabeth can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Elizabeth worked for us for several months. She was wonderful and I can't recommend her highly enough. She was on time, always in a good mood and a great friend as well as care-giver to my mother. By the end, we considered her a member of the family. Her competence...

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care, Help With Medicines Doctors Appointments Etc. Love Working With The Elderly ( Companion )

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Multiple years experience with the elderly , dementia, special needs children and adults. I worked in the Wisconsin school district with special-needs students for 9 yrs working with special and regular ed students along w with volunteering and working in the health room as needed providing care for sick and injured students.,...
Judith can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, home modification & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"She is friendly, kind and compassionate! We absolutely love her!"

Vera C.

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Jessica F.


Pottstown, PA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Greetings! My name is Jessica or Jessie. Very responsible & reliable child care. I'm very gentle, polite and good manners. I'm willing to take care your most important and precious love. And follow any special instructions. I have great references of a parents with autistic twins. Thank you and will my pleasure to answer any...
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Julia B.


Wilmington, DE

$27-50/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Caregiver, Teacher And Behavioral Therapist (part Time & Occasional Work Only)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, thank you for looking at my profile! I live in Wilmington, DE. I currently work for Nemours Children's Hospital. My experiences range from coordinator, teacher, behavioral technician & caregiver for various ages, disabilities and backgrounds. I have a younger brother with Autism, a niece and nephew who I love with all my...
5.0
"Julia is a wonderful young lady caring for our 17 year old special needs daughter. She is responsible, caring and supportive to our daughter's needs. We are grateful to find her."

Betsy N.

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Kate L.


Royersford, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as friendly, trustworthy and energetic. I raised four kids. They all played sports through college, so our lives were very hectic. My youngest is now 25. I worked in sales before I had kids. Since then I had a cleaning business, was an instructional asst. in a special needs kindergarten and worked...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, transportation, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kate watched my 2 daughters after their school day and was a big help keeping up with household chores, dishes, laundry. "

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Tracy P.


Royersford, PA

$23-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

I have 8 years experience working as an assistant teacher with preschoolers with developmental delays and multiple disabilities. I have worked with children with various cognitive and physical issues, speech delays, and autism.
5.0
"I have had the pleasure to know Tracy in two different settings. We worked together at the P. Kindergarten Center. She also worked for me at V. Church as a volunteer in our Nursery Valley Kids Ministry. Tracy is one of the most kind and patient people I know. At...

Jill S.

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Thank you for your time and consideration now and in the future! ! I reside in Media and I work part time for an Agency in Exton I was interested in picking up more hours Special needs care available. I work in there Wisconsin school district of kettle moraine with the special-needs boy from 2nd to 11th grade and also had...
5.0
"I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III, so I use a wheelchair and I have brittle bones. Judy was my aid in school from 2nd grade to 11th grade. Throughout all those years she did a phenomenal job. Making sure I was safe was always her top priority. She was always...

Christian R.

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Kimberly E.


Glen Mills, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Companion

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

More than 15 years senior care giving experience with dementia, stroke patients and Parkinson's patients. I have years of experience with special needs children adults. Was also a personal care assistant for Special Education students Kindergarten thru age 21). I have always been a caregiver, first to my family (stay at home mom...
Kimberly can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kim was a caregiver for mother for close to 2 years. She always exceeded expectations. As mom's condition worsened, Kim helped us all through the changes needed for her care. It was obvious to all that Kim didn't see my mom as just a patient, she loved her and...

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Lisa R.


Pottstown, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have always had a passion for working with the elderly. I've worked as a personal care aid and have experience in companion care, bathing, dressing, ambulation, medication reminders,. had previous training n first aid and CPR. And I've been working with older ones and handicapped/disabled since I was a teen, and have had...
Lisa can also help with: Home modification, dementia, mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

3.0
"Lisa is very nice and willing to help in any way she can. Her health issues and weather sometimes made her undependable. She didn't take corrective criticism very well. She sometimes spoke about topics that were inappropriate in my opinion. She needed to be...

Former Member A.

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Melanie P.


Garnet Valley, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Part Time Caregiver/Driver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Melanie. I live in Garnet Valley and I am a college-educated, semi-retired educator with years of experience caring and driving for children, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with people and providing individualized services for day-to-day living. I provide quality childcare, safe transportation, meal prep (can...
5.0
"Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!"

Carolyn S.

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Laura L.


Wayne, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

M.A. Level Art Therapist Can Work With Special Needs Children

I like to encourage children with special needs so they don't get discouraged. I seek to treat them compassionately and without condescension. I can help them through art and other creative play.
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Lydia K.


Phoenixville, PA

$8-13/hr3 yrs exp

Education Psychologist

I am an experienced special needs teacher who has worked with learners with special needs. I am a mother and have great experience in taking care of children and seniors with some special needs like autism and IDD, among others. I'm friendly , down to earth Individual who knows how to make friendly conversations
Lydia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation, dementia, live-in home care & more
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Wendy A.


East Earl, PA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver/home Health Aide

I am a caregiver who is passionate about meeting the individual needs of my clients and their families. I work hard to ensure that care of the home (cooking and housekeeping) and personal care are completed effectively and respectfully. The best part of the job for me is the personal connection. Making someone smile, reminding...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, mobility assistance, respite care, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

I'd describe my personality as caring, outgoing, bubbly I like caring for seniors because They mean a lot to me and the way they are cared for in the home I'm looking for a job that involves being busy and going out into the community and helping seniors with daily living and care I started caring for seniors when 1990 In...
sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, mobility assistance, transportation, errands, meal prep & more

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Thorndale, PA

Elizabeth E.

5.0

Elizabeth worked for us for several months. She was wonderful and I can't recommend her highly enough. She was on time, always in a good mood and a great friend as well as care-giver to my mother. By the end, we considered her a member of the family. Her competence and care for her job allowed mom...

- Care member

Judith J.

5.0

Judy was a wonderful companion to my mom. Her visits really brightened her day.

- Care member

Julia B.

5.0

Julia is a wonderful young lady caring for our 17 year old special needs daughter. She is responsible, caring and supportive to our daughter's needs. We are grateful to find her.

- Betsy N.

Kate L.

5.0

Kate watched my 2 daughters after their school day and was a big help keeping up with household chores, dishes, laundry.

- Care member

Tracy P.

5.0

I have had the pleasure to know Tracy in two different settings. We worked together at the P. Kindergarten Center. She also worked for me at V. Church as a volunteer in our Nursery Valley Kids Ministry. Tracy is one of the most kind and patient people I know. At the Kindergarten Center she worked...

- Jill S.

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