I have always enjoyed working with special needs adults and children. Since high school I worked in the classrooms. I am CPR first aid and map certified. I have worked in group homes with adults and children. I have worked with a variety of different disabilities & enjoy them all
Growing up in a family, where multiple people have Autism Spectrum Disorder, I know how much of a toll it can take when you do not have the help you need. I'm here to help any way I can, with abundant patience and love for all of God's children.
Special needs is rewarding and challenging. My lifelong experience in nursing all ages and disabilities allows me to give 100% attention to the special needs of all ages.
Hey my names Athena I have worked with the elderly since I was 16 and also the special needs community I love working with both. I have experience with all different kinds of things and people. Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hoyer lifts, autism, behavioral problems, ETC CPR certified
I do ADLS meal prep med administration and light...
Hello! My name is Michael and I have been working as a caregiver for a variety of different individuals since 2017. Originally from Indiana, I have worked in many different environments from a nursing home late-stage dementia unit, to managing a group home of seven clients with varying developmental disabilities diagnoses, to...
Hi! My name is Megan, and I am a current psychology student at the University of Rhode Island. For just over three years, I have worked consistently with a special needs 7-year-old. He was born premature, and now struggles with autism, ADHD, and developmental delays. Watching him has also provided me with experience in feeding...
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My name is Hannah and I am a student in a University, School of Engineering.
I am a very patient, loving, energetic, and reliable caregiver who would love to work with you and your family to ensure that your family's needs are completely met. I have over 6 years of experience with kids between the ages of 2 and 12 as...
Hi, my name is Kalie C. I was a direct support professional for about 5 years providing care to adults with disabilities before I took a new opportunity working in a doctors office. I've come to realize in the last month or so, that I miss being hands on and active through the day. I've always had such a passion for caring for...
Kalie can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands
Hi I'm Emily, and I'm a college student in Boston. I have 8+ years of experience in caregiving as a Direct Support staff at West Bay Residential Services in RI, and I'm currently pursuing a communications degree in the hopes of continuing my education in Advocacy and Inclusion. I am creative, free-spirited, and ready to care for...
I have 2-3 years of professional experience with people who have disabilities through a special needs camp called horizons, along with life experiences with family members who have down's syndrome and autism. I care deeply about people and would love help as much as I can :)
I'm Nichole and I'm 50 years old. I grew up with a brother with a disability so I was raised around Special Olympics and children with disabilities later went on to Work at perspectives and group homes and day programs and then took in a client to live with me for an SLA for the past six years, she recently moved back home with...
HelIo! My name is Robyn. I am 62 years young and love working with families and children! I majored in elementary/minor in special education. Now living in East Greenwich, RI. I've worked with a Care. com family for 7 years in Gettysburg, PA. I've worked as a Professional Director for a Day Program for adults with disabilities....
I have experience working with more acute cases of special needs from working at Bradley Hospital, a facility for acute psychiatric adolescent services. Many of the patients I cared for had Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as various behavioral and sensory disorders. I have a passion for this type of care because of these...
Hi! My name is Ariana. I am a junior at the University of Rhode Island studying Psychology. I have 2 years of experience in a daycare helping take care of children ages 0-5. Through working at the daycare, I have received Professional Development certificates through RIELDS and the ELC. I also have experience as a substitute...
Currently working as a Direct Service Provider at Ocean State Behavioral for the past 10 years. Providing professional care to many families. Plenty of references will agree!
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I have 39 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities in their homes.
20 of those years were spent as a nurse consultant.
I'm looking to support families that need support with a family member, it doesn't need to be an individual with a disability as I also have tons of experience taking care of both...
Lori can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, transportation, errands, hospice services & more