Providing awareness, professional in person/online support, education, and strategies to cope with the challenges and opportunities that transpire every day. Challenges and opportunities transpire every day in learning activities and social interactions. How we think about and respond to these situations affects their ability to...
I have been caring for the elderly since I was 18 years old. I am presently 59. in-between I have done house cleaning as well as ran a pet sitting business which I loved! I am realizing that my experience with the elderly has enabled me to potentially care for people with disabilities. In some ways they are quite similar to the...
I am a pediatric licensed practical nurse and I have been for the past 8 years. Prior to working in pediatrics I worked in Geriatrics for almost a year as a nurse but 3. 5 years as a CNA (Certified Nurses Aide). I currently work every other weekend as a pediatric nurse for disabled kids. I am also a mother to 3 beautiful...
I have been a nurse since 2014, and have 5 years experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, spinal cord injuries, and developmental delays. I have cared for many people aged 18+ with Autism, Down syndrome, Asperger's, seizure disorders, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries.. etc. I am looking for some...
Hi! My name is Merri, and I'm currently based in Hopedale, MA. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Special Education and Liberal Arts with a concentration in Psychology from Westfield State University and a Master's in Assistive Technology from George Mason University. I have hands-on experience as a nanny for a boy from 10 months to...
From 2010 to 2017 I was professionally working with children in a childcare setting. I worked at the YMCA and also ran my own program as a Site Coordinator for Connecting for Children and Families. I specialized in special needs working with many disables, from ADHD to severe nonverbal autism. I left my position as site...
Hi there ! My name is Krystal and I am looking to help a family in need to relieve some stress . I have 7 years of experience! I have a 7-year-old daughter who is special needs and has holoprosencephaly , cvi , non verbal , in a wheelchair . I'm very caring , loving and nurturing . I also know exactly what your going through and...
I began as a paraprofessional at Northshore Consortium. I was an ABA therapist at Northeast Arc. I am currently working as an after-school teacher. I would love to work for your family full time, and care give for your family members while developing friendship. I have a lot of experience working with children and adults with...
Being a caregiver has quickly become one of the most rewarding parts of my life. Though I haven't been doing it for many years, I feel experienced and truly love the job. I care for both adults and kids, finding joy in each unique experience. Caring for adults lets me offer the support and companionship they need, while working...
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I like making the client's or resident's day a more pleasant one. While working with seniors and people with developmental disabilities you have to assist them with tasks, often called activities of daily living (adl's), which are essential for everyday life. It's rewarding for me to assist someone with these tasks...
My experience with special needs includes: Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, ADD and ADHD, and Autism. I believe my compassion and understanding for children with special needs stems from growing up with a cousin who has Down Syndrome. I am patient, gentle, athletic and a hard worker. I will help your child with academics, reading,...
I started as a PCA in 2008. I have worked 1 on 1 with clients that had Parkinson's, Dementia, and others that were stroke victims, quads and diabetics. I ran errands, PT, meds, appts, ADL and homemaker. In 2011, I changed fields and started working with individuals on the spectrum, epilepsy, seizure disorders and were...
Hello! My name is Cori. I am a mom of 5 kids ages 13-20 years old. I have been a caregiver by nature my entire life but working in the field for 8 years now. I've cared for people of all ages from 0-94 and of with all types of care need; emotional, medical, mental. I have been trained/licenced as a CNA, in CPR First Aide. I have...
I am a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (MA ) 10 + years I'm currently in a program to be a Certified Nursing Assistant( CNA ) . Past experience : I worked several years in a group home with special needs adults helping with daily living skills and health monitoring, also worked as a Clinical Medical assistant in on...
Hello my name is Kayla I have been working with people with disabilities for over 12 years and I love what I do I am trained with several different disabilities
My name is Andrea W. I have over 20 years experience working with children with special needs. My specialty is working with children with hearing loss but I have worked with a number of children with varying needs. I am fluent in American Sign Language and have training in Applied Behavioral Analysis. I am looking for full or...