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Pam has been a fantastic addition to our care team for my elderly father. She is willing to both deal with a slightly stubborn person with a

Review for Pamela B. by Care member

Kristina is very dependable she has been great with the care and needs of my 16 year old son with Down Syndrome I still use her when needed

Review for Kristina S. by Jim S.

Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my

Review for Rachel C. by Tonya D.

Special needs adult care in Whately, MA

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Gwen J.


Amherst, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced In Camp ANCHOR Experienced Babysitter

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Graduating nursing school this upcoming May. Only thing on my schedule is studying for the NCLEX- so I am very flexible!
I am a certified Special Education teacher. For 6 plus years I have had a boy who uses a feeding tube and wheel chair, not potty trained. I engage in activities to keep him involved. I also administer medications through the feeding tube. Lots of lifting and moving. I have had experience with severe autism in a residential...
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Isabella U.


Northampton, MA

$40/hr2 yrs exp

I'm Isabella (they/she), I'm A Hampshire College Graduate.

Im currently a para educator at a Northampton elementary school working in first grade. Last year I was working in kindergarten. I'm experienced in working with children with autism, but open to working with any children.
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Anna F.


Amherst, MA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have the most experience working with kids and teens on the autism spectrum. I worked with two autistic boys in a preschool classroom setting when I was an assistant teacher, and I have taught musical theater in an after school program to kids with special needs. I also regularly babysit a girl with ADHD and food allergies. As...
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Paulina A.


Northampton, MA

$20-28/hr7 yrs exp

Energetic, Structured & Reliable Sitter And Special Needs Caretaker! :) Full Or Part Time

I have been working with families for over 7 years! Currently I work as an artist, & a Grant Writer for a nonprofit. Before this, I worked at Camp Starfish, a camp for children with disabilities, for 3 years. My positions included Lead Specialist, Administrator in the girl's village, & Director of Operations. I've also worked as...
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Chase W.


Sunderland, MA

$19-24/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caretaker Available Near Hayward, CA

I am very experienced with and passionate about working with individuals of a wide range of ages and abilities. I have taught preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, and middle school special ed in the past and have completed direct volunteer services to kids and adults with many different disabilities. I have also worked as a behavior...
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Caroline M.


South Deerfield, MA

$15-20/hr

Senior Care Provider/Companion

I have lived and worked with elderly people and adults with special needs in a community called Camphill Kimberton Hills in Pennsylvania. I'm familiar with administering medicine, helping people bathe, groom themselves and get dressed. I grew up without getting to know my grandparents, and greatly value the influence of elderly...
Caroline can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
As a compassionate caregiver, I have extensive experience supporting individuals across various ages and abilities. Currently, I work as a PT rehab aide for older adults, helping with rehabilitation programs that enhance mobility, strength, and quality of life. I've also provided personal care for older family members, giving me...
Katelyn can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, transportation, errands, light cleaning, respite care & more
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Cynthia M.


Amherst, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Providing loving and cautious care to individuals unable to care for themselves, is one of my passions. I am able to help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, feeding, helping to get ambulatory, companionship, meds, insulin injections, assisting with mobility, lifting, etc. I would love to meet with you to determine whether or...
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Jennifer P.


Northampton, MA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Independent PCA And Pre-nursing Student Providing Quality Home Health Care For All Ages.

I have spent the past 10 years cultivating a broad and specialized skill set in health care, in order to provide exemplary health services in the home and clinics for people of all ages. Currently, I work as an independent PCA for people with physical and mental health disabilities, while also taking pre-requisite courses for...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Hector R.


Northampton, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Senior

I have 10 + years experience worked with residents with developmental & intellectual disabilities. Home Health Aide/ Certified Nurse Aide.
Hector can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, specialized care, dementia, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Rachel L.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked and volunteered with children of all ages (up to 17) with varying degrees of abilities. I would love to lend a family in need of extra help whenever I can!
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Kelsey B.


Northampton, MA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

About Me

My work started off walking children from the Autism unit to their buses, from there I took care of one ASD individual for 6 years from age 6-13. After that I was in an inclusion classroom setting for 1 year with children ages 3-5. I also majored in Psychology in college with a focus on ABA.
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Ridan D.


Amherst, MA

$31-45/hr7 yrs exp

I have lived in the USA for five years, immigrated from Brazil, now an American citizen. Coming from the field of journalism and facing a new reality here in this country, I discovered my passion in helping people. I decided to dedicate myself more to this field and I am currently studying a degree in Psycho-Pedagogy. My study...

Pamela B.


Amherst, MA

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Provide in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, and chronically ill patients: hands-on experienced with clients suffering from stroke, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy. I prepare food according to diet plan; ensure patients follow Care plans, diets, and exercise plans. I also assist with feeding,...
Pamela can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Pamela is wonderful, high energy, loves to organize and clean and keep things tidy. She follows through on various tasks of the day and week. She is a good communicator, notices my mother's subtle health changes and informs us (the family) promptly and the other...

Candee G.

Autumn M.


Northampton, MA

$15-20/hr

New To Senior Care

Hi! I'm experienced in caring for developmentally disabled children, but I only have personal experience caring for my grandmother who has battled cancer throughout the years. I am kind, flexible, creative, understanding and hardworking. I have a great sense of humor and always try to see the bright side in life. Since the...
Autumn can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep

Marcia V.


Amherst, MA

$19-24/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hello! I am a registered nurse of 12 years with adult experience ranging from orthopedics to neurology to pulmonary and more. Here in Amherst I live with my girlfriend, 2 cats, 1 full time dog and 1 part time dog plus 5 goats. My dream job has always been to work in the NICU but for different reasons I have not pursued that yet....
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Kristina S.


Chicopee, MA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistance Available Part-Time/ Experience With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2 who is really trying to make a living and survive in this crazy world we live in. I have 7 years of experience being a PCA tending to kids with Down Syndrome. My duties were attending Appts. with child and parent, bathing/ clothing/ preparing food/ hygiene practice/ and light housekeeping if needed.
4.0
"Kristina is very dependable she has been great with the care and needs of my 16 year old son with Down Syndrome I still use her when needed"

Jim S.

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Rachel C.


Belchertown, MA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider

Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing. I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"I was so lucky to have found Rachel. She was sensitive, supportive, reliable and quickly recognized my needs. Rachel provided a calm presence when I was feeling overwhelmed. She is patient, warm, intuitive, empathetic and loving. Rachel has become a very dear...

Cathy R.

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Rachel C.


Belchertown, MA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Certified, Gentle, Intuitive, Nurturing, Experienced Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 7 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing. I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
Rachel can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, personal care, dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"Rachel was fabulous in every way! I felt safe and listened to. She was thoughtful and smart! I hold her in high regard!"

Stefani E.

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