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Special needs adult care in Woodhaven, NY

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Cheyenne W.


Bronx, NY

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time/Live-In Caregiver That You've Been Searching For!!!!

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I come from a family of Caregivers and Nurses. Caring for people is a natural ability of mines. From a young age I have been nurturing those in need. When I was young my grandfather diabetes reached an all time high, his leg was amputated. It was so important to us to visit him every weekend. When doing so, my mother really...
Cheyenne can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Very dedicated to making sure that she can help any client that she has to the best of her ability. Willing to go that extra mile! Having her work with you is like a breath of fresh air."

Latoya J.

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Melissa N.


Astoria, NY

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

The Sibling Of A Severely Disabled Young Man

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a severely disabled brother who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy who is tube fed and uses assistive technology to communicate giving me familiarity with assistive technology, physical and medical needs. I volunteered for sibshops assisting in recreational therapy for the siblings of children with special needs I babysat...
5.0
"Melissa was very thoughtful with care of our children. She met each one of their needs and remembered details about each ones’ special circumstances. She was diligent and creative with our children. She found ways to connect with each of them. Her ABA experience...

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Madeline C.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Patience - Adaptable - Creative - Empathetic

I am an experienced caregiver with over four years of dedicated service, specializing in assisting individuals with disabilities. With two and a half years of hands-on experience working with clients who use wheelchairs, feeding tubes, and communication devices, I am well-versed in providing compassionate and effective support....
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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Leandro M.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 50-year-old immigrant from Argentina, a musician by trade. I have been naturalized in the US since 2003. I have been married for 23 years and have two teenage sons. I have been a stay-at-home dad, caring for my children for over a decade. I am currently finishing my graduate studies and training as a mental health...
5.0
"Leandro worked for my 51 year old son as personal assistant and caregiver for 3 months, He was kind, attentive and dependable. Leandro was always ready to assist my son and our family in anyway we requested. He also assisted my son in performing his physical...

Robert P.

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Bellie T.


Elmhurst, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Your All-around Big Guy

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Aside from my bachelors degree in nursing, I am a compassionate, loving & a caring person. I rejoice in every opportunity available to provide care for patients needing assistance. My sturdy built is likewise a plus for special needs in transporting immobile patients. Can easily perform duties like wheelchair mobilization &...
5.0
"Billie has been terrific taking care of my husband who has had a head injury. He is very thorough and respectful. He is also excellent with our entire family."

Sara S.

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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: Dementia, personal care, visiting nurse, visiting physician, hospice services
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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Natalia R.


Ozone Park, NY

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced And Goofy Caregiver

3.7

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My care-giving experience is extensive, which has exposed me to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I have worked with families who had children with ASD, CP, ADHD, etc. so I understand the responsibilities that are expected of me as a special needs caregiver. One thing that I have learned from care-giving is that each...
5.0
"Natalia is a kind, compassionate person who takes time to understand the person she is caring for and is very thoughtful with everything she does. She is reliable, responsible and caring."

Victoria G.

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Rukminie P.


Flushing, NY

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part- Time/fulltime

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

why am I passionate about caring for your joy in life, because it brings me joy to see their little eye lite up. I understand that kids just need attention, and I am very good at paying attention to them at all time.
5.0
"Anyone would be very lucky to have Rukminie look after their child or children. I'm a special education teacher, and mom of 3 young girls. I've been providing early intervention services for one of the children Rukminie has been caring for, for about 7 months....

Laura R.

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Nino M.


New York, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Nino, also known as Nina, and I'm a certified HHA with over 24 years of experience. Additionally, I've worked as a nursing assistant and phlebotomist at a clinic. I've had the privilege of assisting numerous clients with various illnesses and disabilities, I adeptly navigate any challenging situation. I speak fluent...
Nino can also help with: Home modification, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Nina has been an exceptional caregiver for my mom for nearly a year, providing invaluable support during a challenging time when my mother's health was poor and she required daily assistance. We found Nina through a website, and upon learning of her previous...

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Tyler C.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Fun 24 Year Old Male

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! My name is Tyler, and for years I have cared for a variety of beautiful individuals all across the spectrum. Growing up with Aspergers, I did not experience the mentorship and support that I needed to thrive. My struggle helped me to develop and resource what I now offer to others: deep, kind, and holistic...
5.0
"Tyler has been an amazing addition to my rental in every regard. I have a son his age on the spectrum, so started Tyler hoping for a good fit in the household and with the business. Well, we have been beyond impressed. He treats every guest with such kindness and...

Rah B.

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Daria T.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Attentive Professional Caregiver. Psychologist & Teacher By Education, Kind Loving Personality

Hello Dear Parents! I'm Daria, professional in childcare with more than 11 years of experience and great love for kids. I have a degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology and Teaching (I got it not in US). All this years I've been working with children: taking care, helping with pre-school education, psychological help and...
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Melissa F.


Brooklyn, NY

$25/hr9 yrs exp

New To This App

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Melissa. I have experience in caring for the elderly and I enjoy doing so! My responsibilities included meal preparation and feeding, grooming and dressing, toiletry assistance, and medication administration, and wound care, making appointments and transport to and from, ran errands, and taking Blood Sugar. I provided...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Melissa was fantastic! A kind and caring person, everything you would need in a caregiver. I would highly recommend her and would rehire again. She will be missed."

Joann C.

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Kelliann D.


Brooklyn, NY

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Positive Behavior, special needs caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with children for over 20 years. It began with babysitting at age 10 & grew into a successful network of families that kept me busy all through high school. In college, I volunteered at an elementary school running math intervention programs. I also spent a summer in Africa teaching preschoolers, teens, and...
5.0
"Kelliann has watched my two boys for over 8 years. She had been punctual, loving, patient and kind. She is very creative and resourceful and has helped my children not just grow but thrive. My older son is on the spectrum and she really knows how to bring out his...

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Renee L.


Oakland Gardens, NY

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience in caring Individual with disabilities and behavioral issues as well as the elderly and children. I drove school bus for 15+ years. I am caring reliable and very compassionate to my patient's need. I am very attentive. I can cook, clean and I have my own transportation. I have a full time job but is...
Renee can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Renee is a phenomenal person. She is very personable, punctual, and dedicated to the work that she does. I have hired her for 2 assignments so far without any regrets. She was the perfect person for the job. Hiring her is a must!"

Tenesha L.

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Haley K.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

At the age of 10, I began babysitting my younger siblings one of whom has Cerebral Palsy. Caring for a child with special needs has allowed me to develop a unique skill set that is based upon patience and determination which is something that can only be learned through experience. I am extremely energetic and outgoing and...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Andre I am been working with special-needs individual for over two years and I'm looking for more opportunity to go even further in this field
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Maya N.


Queens Village, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love providing care to anyone. I'm a certified HHA with 10 years of experience. I have dealt with all types of people from children to adults including those with special needs. I've had many cases... Bed ridden Colostomy Catheter Alzheimer's Impediment etc. I can perform all aspects of activities of daily living and can work...
5.0
"Maya is a professional through and through. I trust her to take good care of my son."

Valerie B.

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Sheima A.


Springfield Gardens, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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My name is Sheima, I'm a dedicated person with a family of four. I enjoy meeting new people, and finding ways to help them. I have 15 years of experience working with disabled people. I have been successful at raising a family, and I attribute different tasks at once. People find me to be an upbeat, self-motivated team player.
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Camille N.


Brooklyn, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

NYC Creative & Active Babysitter And Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for the following special needs categories: Down syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes and Autism Spectrum - PDDNOS, Intellectually Disabled.
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Alina S.


Franklin Square, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Skills: I'm an experienced caregiver and health aid, able to provide services as: Giving medicine, feeding, bathing, dressing and exercising of disable person. I worked for a person after a stroke and I used equipment like mechanical lifts and tube feeding. I am willing to work during night or day. I have a car and pretty...
Alina can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Woodhaven, NY

Cheyenne W.

5.0

Cheyenne is the epitome of professionalism and was a joy for everyone.

- Andre G.

Melissa N.

5.0

Melissa was very thoughtful with care of our children. She met each one of their needs and remembered details about each ones’ special circumstances. She was diligent and creative with our children. She found ways to connect with each of them. Her ABA experience showed through and she was able to...

- Care member

Madeline C.

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 and change her style to meet the...

- Susan K.

Leandro M.

5.0

Leandro worked for my 51 year old son as personal assistant and caregiver for 3 months, He was kind, attentive and dependable. Leandro was always ready to assist my son and our family in anyway we requested. He also assisted my son in performing his physical therapy and occupational therapy daily...

- Robert P.

Bellie T.

5.0

Billie is great with our brother who is currently residing in a rehab facility for a brain injury. He goes above and beyond to help our brother during his rehabilitation and cares to see him improving. We are very happy he is on our team and our brother responds very well with him. :)

- Shpresa B.

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