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I am a licensed physical therapist assistant with over 25 years of experience. I am competent in caring for people with multiple challenges. I have a compassionate yet highly skilled disposition and have been complimented on my natural caretaking abilities.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
For the past 25+ years I have been a certified Foster/Adoptive parent for children with special needs - ranging from mental retardation, cerebral palsy, AIDS, as well as fostering newborn drug addicted, premature, etc. Caring for children is my reason for being. I have adopted the last 7 foster-kids and they are now young...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has...
Aimee L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Visiting nurse, respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very...
Claudia S.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
All my children have come to me with special needs. Some of their needs were prematurity, drug addiction at birth, emotional disabilities, physical disabilities such as AIDS, cerebral palsy, and mental retardation. I have been passionate for over 25 years working in this field as these children bring such joy and are so loving...
5.0
"Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her"
Paula W.
5.0
(1)
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
5.0
"Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the...
Jonathan H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies.
During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of...
Adriana G.
Madi T.
Jefferson, MA
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a college student, currently studying elementary education. I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kids of all ages, including special needs students. I have 5 years of paid experience, but many more years of unpaid experience. I am hard working, reliable and always...
Madi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave."
Angelyk R.
5.0
(1)
10 years experience caring for children of all ages. From newborn to preteen, special needs experience as well. Comfortable with up to 3 children at a time, pets, housekeeping, transport needs. CPR/ first aid certified. I look forward to hearing from you!
Jen can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Jen is wonderful. I will totally have her watch my 4 month old twins when I finally decide to go back to work. Unfortunately, I decided to stay home a little longer. She expresses complete knowledge of children all ages, supplies references if needed, and takes the...
Christian D.
Katie E.
Greenville, NH
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(5)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Katie. I'm currently a household manager for a family in Newton, MA who I've been with for two years. My contract ends and the end of June and I recently moved to NH, so I'm looking for a new full time nanny/ household manager position to start in July.
I have been working with children professionally for...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Katie is incredibly trustworthy, responsible, and professional. She's an excellent teammate and collaborator, always helping out where she can. She is a hard worker who is very committed to the families she supports!"
Serena A.
Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years. I'm very grateful for the time I've spent being a caregiver and am now a mum to a happy little girl that was born in January of this year. My time in healthcare was spent primarily in long term settings; nursing homes with memory care units and group...
Amber can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Hello there, for 10 years I've worked with all ages of children from infancy through high school. I love caring for children and helping to form strong minds and souls. I have alot of experience with special needs, I have personal experience as one of my children is Autistic and I've also worked with students with autism and...
Callie S.
Leominster, MA
$18-30/hr
I am a nanny as my other job which means I have experience with fun conversation, patience, housekeeping, meal prep, errands, pet care, and more! I watch after kids, special needs individuals, and pets, and would now love to help out some elderly folks. I look after a 90-year-old man during the school year who I help with...
Callie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands, companionship, personal care & more
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Samantha G.
Ayer, MA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as happy, fun, loving
I've been working with children in my job for over 25yrs. They call me the baby whisper at work. Children are a joy to be around, you never know what they might say.
My children are all grown and I have free time on my hands. Well kinda, I do have 3 dogs. And going to school...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi my name is Erin M. and I am currently a student at Worcester State University studying Elementary Education and Psychology. I have been babysitting for over 6 years and I am a full time nanny over the summer. I have experience with kids from ages 3-13 but am open to any age! I have also worked with children with special needs...
Erin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am changing careers after 20 years with Special Needs children. Go getter who recently got her Home health aide certificate. Would love to stay in homes without going through agencies with terrible reviews. I love personal care, I am empathetic, mom of a active boy, I stay positive and really enjoy helping others
Erin can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Emma S.
Jaffrey, NH
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have been a nurses assistant for 8 consecutive years. Working in many setting from pediatrics, special needs, elderly, disabled and end of life care. The last 4 years I have been a stay at home mom and I love it! But I must say I miss helping people. I miss connecting with a "client" or as I like to say friend. I miss the deep...
Emma can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
CPR
Hello! I am a very energetic and excited individual. I am 20 years old, and have a lot of experience working with children. I have been babysitting for over 7 years and have worked at multiple summer camps with children ranging in the ages of 6-17. Also I am active Adult Leader in the Scouts, BSA Program. I am currently a...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi there! My name is Landon, and I'm excited to offer my services as a babysitter. I'm a fun-loving and outgoing person who genuinely cares about the happiness and well-being of children. My goal is to create a joyful and safe environment where kids feel comfortable and engaged.
With three years of experience in after-school...
Landon can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Nicole D.
Hubbardston, MA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
30 years experience caring for all age groups. HHA certified, dementia and hospice. Hoyer lifts, transfers, trach care, catheter care, bathing. Compassionate and patient.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ashburnham, MA
Alexandra M.
5.0
Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has consistently gone above and beyond...
- Aimee L.
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
Alexandra M.
5.0
Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her
- Paula W.
Kelley H.
5.0
Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the most is her pleasant disposition. She...
- Jonathan H.
Heike G.
5.0
I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of projects with her kids, like making...
- Adriana G.
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