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Mary A.


Brooklyn, NY

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider Available

5.0

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I am very patient with special needs individuals. I take into consideration their disability. I have been working with children who are Autistic for over 8 years. It gives me great joy just to see a smile on their faces; especially after they have accomplished a task. I use educational techniques to improve language, cognition,...
5.0
"Mary is very helpful and understanding. Will assist in any way she can. In addition , she's a great listener and adviser."

Lisa E.

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Andrea F.


Lyndhurst, NJ

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.
Andrea can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification, hospice services, visiting physician, respite care & more
5.0
"Andrea is the biggest blessing to our family. She came into our lives God sent when we needed her the most. I hired her to help me care for my bed ridden mother in law with late stage Alzheimer's. She is very professional, warm, and friendly but most of all, she...

Giselle B.

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Sandra B.


Garfield, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Sandra. I have the certification on Home Health Aide. I have Adult CPR and First Aide. Many years ago I worked in Florida with young people with different special needs, as well as with the elderly with different medical conditions. Due to circumstances beyond my control, I had to move to New Jersey where I...
Sandra can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can do anything. She cleans, she cooks, shops, helps with the laundry, takes her to the doctor and sees that she can...

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Claire A.


New York, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver/tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...
5.0
"I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend...

Star K.

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Rosemary A.


Newark, NJ

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate Care

Hello, I am Rosemary ! I have over 8 years of experience as a carer working with patients with varying levels of required attention, disorders, disabilities and varying stages of illnesses. I have experience working with clients with alzheimer's and non able bodies seniors citizens. Helping the elderly feel safe and assisted in...
Rosemary can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Rosemary helped take care of my mother for the last 18 months of her life. She was always kind, gentle, and patient with my mother, even as my mother's memory issues worsened. With me, she was always reliable, appropriately communicative, and a nice combination...

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Brittany G.


West New York, NJ

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have experience working with kids with Autism and mental illness. I am comfortable with low functioning-high functioning.
5.0
"Brittany has been caring for our 2 boys for some time now and she has always been tremendously responsible, and our boys have always seemed to enjoy the time spent with her! Brittany does not simply sit and watch television, ignoring our children but always...

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Warren N.


East Orange, NJ

$17-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I have experience working with individuals with specials needs as a residential counselor and Direct support Professional. I worked with the youth and elderly, helping them do daily tasks and giving medication. I also have experience working as an event coordinator and office assistant so I'm great at multitasking. My...
Warren can also help with: Hospice services, transportation, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Warren was very pleasant and caring. I would reach out to her again."

James T.

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Charisma G.


Newark, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Charisma, Im 46 years old and I have 14 years of experience devoted in superior home care for elderly or anyone with disabilities and health limitations. Assisting them with their personal, medical and household task. Some of the elderly that I cared for has alzheimer/dementia, diabetes, MS (multiple sclerosis),...
Charisma can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Charisse is kind dependable and patient. She is a wonderful caregiver, and whoever she works for is very lucky."

Corinne Y.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate caregiver with over 7 years experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including medication administration, meal preparation, and personal care.
Brooke can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, home modification & more
5.0
"Brooke is a wonderful aide, she is able to multitask while focusing on your loved one. She is very knowledgeable when it comes to senior care. You can tell she loves her job ! I would hire her back in a heartbeat !!"

Arlene B.

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Madeline C.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Patience - Adaptable - Creative - Empathetic

Hello! I am a very empathetic, dependable, and positive person who has approximately one and a half years of experience caring for young adults with disabilities. With me, your loved ones will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. I've worked in the past at day programs for young...
5.0
"Madeline is a very reliable, trustworthy person. She got along with all of the students I assigned her to work with. She performed all of the tasks of the job excellently. She is flexible and adaptable. She worked with a variety of abilities and was able to modify...

Susan K.

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Uelton D.


Brooklyn, NY

$17-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! How have you been? Working with individuals with special needs brings with it a host of unique challenges and opportunities. They make every day fulfilling, and I know my work is making a positive impact and helping each individual to grow, gain skills and work towards independence. As a board certified assistant behavior...
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Sulman C.


Secaucus, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello everyone, My name is Sulman I'm a Certified Pharmacy Technician, CPR/ First Aid Certified. I have worked as a caregiver for the past 10yrs working with adults and children. I have experience working with adult patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, and physical disabilities. Helping them with their activities of daily...
5.0
"Words can't express how grateful we are to have had Sulman caring for our little one. From the very beginning, she demonstrated exceptional skills and a genuine love for what she does. Her dedication to sensory and developmental play has not only been enriching for...

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Jennifer F.


Middle Village, NY

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Like Family

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a trained Nurses Assistant and a Home Health Aide. I have 6 years experience working with the elderly in a home settling . I have experience with clients with dementia, special needs , as well as hospice care. I can provide the following services: medication reminder, record vitals, assist with bathing , dressing ,...
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, dementia, hospice services, visiting physician
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I hesitate to say too much because I don't want anyone to steal her from us. Mom just loves her, which is half the battle here. Mom mostly needs companionship. Jennifer is prompt, easy-going, genuinely interested and eager to participate during PT or whatever is...

Jodi D.

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Ralph T.


Elmhurst, NY

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time/ Part-time Caregiver Available.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a caregiver/personal care assistant with over 5 years of professional experience working for high net wort clients. While working as a caregiver, I was entrusted to be the house manager and personal assistant to one of my clients. Additionally, I also have experience being a caregiver for children with special needs. I have...
Ralph can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Ralph is a rare and wonderful person. We hired him for a temporary need while my father could not walk and he provided excellent and compassionate care. He is also an accomplished cook with a Culinary degree! We enjoyed his cooking and awareness of all things...

Bibi F.

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Bellie T.


Elmhurst, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Career

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Aside from my bachelors degree in nursing from my hometown Philippines, I am also a certified CNA in NY. A compassionate, loving, caring & trustworthy person. I rejoice in every opportunity available to provide care for patients needing assistance in their senior years. My sturdy built is likewise a plus for special needs in...
Bellie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, home modification, live-in home care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Caring and multi-talented. Converses and engages well. "

April B.

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Sherolyn T.


Maspeth, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Aid On Call

Hello! My name is Sherolyn T. I have 20 years of experience in working with seniors, children and those who have special needs. I have mainly worked with the senior community in nursing homes, private homes and hospitals. I have found much joy and fulfillment in helping others. I earned my CNA from ABCI and I am able to assist...
Sherolyn can also help with: Dementia, respite care, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Sherolyn is a good person. Knows how to do her job. She is helpful. She was a Certified Nurses Aid when I was introduced to her. I hired her to help me with my father. After he passed away, I had her help me with my mother also. I would recommend her to...

Pablo S.

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Allison K.


New York, NY

$30-35/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a bilingual special education teacher currently working in a third grade class. I used to work at a camp for kids with special needs and volunteered with the Friendship Circle and best buddies to provide companionship for children with special needs. I also used to tutor a young boy with special needs through an after...
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Nicole M.


New York, NY

$32-48/hr10 yrs exp

Nikki, The Balance Of Mary Poppins And Fairy Godmother

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am vaccinated and booster CPR and 1st Aid for infant, child and adult certified Yoga Therapist Compassionate and caring are the career driven focus values I have been working with since the beginning. I am currently continuing my education and have the experience behind me to speak on my behalf. Out of high school I started...
Nicole can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care, respite care, hospice services
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Nikki is smart and sensitive. My mom needs intellectual stimulation as well as exercise and Nikki is great at both "

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Savanna B.


Woodside, NY

$14-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Savanna. I've been a waitress at Friendlys for 3 years now. I just moved back to the city! I have three years of experience with a child who suffered Aspergers. I have two years of experience with infants as his baby brother was born a year after. I have open availability and transportation to you or for children to...
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Mary Grace E.


New York, NY

$40/hr6 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant Looking For Full Time

I'm a Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate, my professional experience with different employers has provided me with a strong expertise in personal care assistance such as bathing dressing and grooming, meal preparation and assisting clients in eating, medication management, light housekeeping, companionship and discussion,...
Mary Grace can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, visiting physician, respite care & more
5.0
"She took care of my grandfather with loving care as if he was her grandfather for many many years I highly recommend her"

Glen L.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Union City, NJ

Mary A.

5.0

Mary is very helpful and understanding. Will assist in any way she can. In addition , she's a great listener and adviser.

- Lisa E.

Andrea F.

5.0

I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own family. My mother had the best care and comfort during her final days on this earth. I highly recommend Andrea to care for your loved ones.

- Amy E.

Sandra B.

5.0

It was the luckiest day of all our lives when Sandra B. came into it to take care of my sister twice a week. She is a blessing in so many ways. She can do anything. She cleans, she cooks, shops, helps with the laundry, takes her to the doctor and sees that she can bath properly. I recommend her...

- Care member

Claire A.

5.0

I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend Claire!

- Star K.

Rosemary A.

5.0

Rosemary helped take care of my mother for the last 18 months of her life. She was always kind, gentle, and patient with my mother, even as my mother's memory issues worsened. With me, she was always reliable, appropriately communicative, and a nice combination of warm and professional. When my...

- Care member

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