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Find special needs caregivers in Buchanan, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Buchanan, NY

The average posted rate is $10/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Buchanan, NY

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Michelle M.


Buchanan, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Anita P.


Ossining, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Have The Ability To Make A Difference In Lives

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very patient individual with many years of nursing homes, hospitals, and home care experience. some of my experiences are as follows: colostomy care, trachea care, Parkinson, administering enema, monitoring vitals signs, and some heavy lifting. i. can operate a hoyer, and overhead lift if I am not familiar with your...
Anita can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness"

Gayle M.

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Roxanna L.


Lake Peekskill, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Bilingual And Reliable College Student

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Roxanna but I like to be called Rosie. I'm Dominican, so I'm fluent in Spanish, and willing to tutor in that area as well. I own a car, and have a clean license. Also first aid training and CPR certified in all ages. I've been constantly helping friends and family take care of their little ones ever since I...
Roxanna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny."

Sabrina W.

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Lauren M.


Montrose, NY

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experience Special Needs Caretaker With A Bachelors In Behavioral Science

Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and...
5.0
"Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any...

Christina D.

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Grace S.


Ossining, NY

$36-49/hr10 yrs exp

Full/part Time Care Giver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The...

Leilani D.

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Mariah G.


Peekskill, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Mariah And I Currently Taking Online Classes To Become A LPN. I Been Working As A Nanny For 6 Years. I Have Experience Working With Children/Adults With Special Needs. I Am Also Certified As A Nursing Assistant For The Past 8 Years. I Am CPR/FirstAID Certified. If You Think This Could Be A Good Fit Message Me...
Mariah can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CNA

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Kristen Z.


Croton on Hudson, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

In Home Child Care

I am a caring and patient Nanny with Excellent references. I have worked with newborns - pre-teens, including special needs children. I am CPR/first aid certified, hold my CDA for infants/toddlers and an associates from Johnson and wales university. English speaking, non smoker, clean driving record.
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Lisseth O.


Ossining, NY

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, I am Lisseth, I am 25 years old. I have a 1-year-old baby girl. I have 8 years of experience taking care of the elderly with dementia and special Ed kids. I am reliable, caring, loving and responsible. I do meal preps, bathing, dressing, any care your loved one needs. I am free to start any day!!
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Maggie S.


Cortlandt Manor, NY

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Professional College Educated Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for the past 15 years. I cared for a newborn preemie. I was hired when the baby was just 3 lbs. I attended to all special needs of the child, including but not limited to Doctor's visits and shots. I also nannied for 3 children. I was responsible for meeting all the children's needs including meals, laundry,...
Maggie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Alexandra S.


Valley Cottage, NY

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Alexandra - Special Needs Provider

I have many years of experience as a caretaker. I have worked as a CNA, home health care aide, and DSP for all ages and degrees of care needed (from newborn to hospice). I have a BS in Anthropology degree and went back to school for a second BS in nursing but left the program after 3 years for personal reasons. Currently, I am...
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Natalie D.


Ossining, NY

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hi! My name is Natalie, and I've been babysitting for 10 years. I have a bachelors degree in special needs education, and I have been a head teacher in special needs and general education classrooms. This past school year, I was a long term substitute teacher for a preschool. I have been a special needs babysitter for years,...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Awa D.


Ossining, NY

$25-40/hr18 yrs exp

Respectful Sitter

I've been a passionate caregiver for the past 18 years, and I love helping children learn and grow. My friendly and patient nature creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, and I follow their preferred method to keep them informed about their child's day....
Awa can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I am willing to teach the children my original language ( French) . Or give them painting lessons as I am minoring in fine arts . I am able to cook and adapt my cooking to peoples preferences of food . as I have mainly taken care of children in this past year , I love playing, reading and doing lots of fun and creative...
Lauréline can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

I have been working my entire life with people of all ages with developmental disabilities in different capacities. My experience also includes working more specifically with adults with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, brain trauma, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and people within the autistic spectrum. Contact me for more...
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Gitty F.


Pomona, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Really Energetic Person

Hi! I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, preschool teacher, DSP for children with developmental disabilities, volunteered at a children's home/orphanage, and more! I will say I am a very energetic, compassionate, caring, friendly person! Languages: English, Hebrew
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Kathleen D.


Cortlandt Manor, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care, Senior Care And Pet Care

Hello, my name is Kathleen. I have over 20 years of experience working with children and adults with special needs. Both as a D. S. P. and I currently work at a school with children for special needs. I adore the students. I am a very kind, compassionate, loving, and gentle woman with lots of patience. I would also love to be...
Kathleen can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Karina R.


Peekskill, NY

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Karina and I am 20 years old. I have been working with kids for about 10 years now. I started teaching kids at age nine, teaching martial arts at Go no Sen teaching ages 2 and up and also teaching special needs. This is when I first discover my happiness for putting a smile on children's faces and...
Karina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Shanique W.


Stony Point, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Shanique....

My name is Shanique. I have a 2-year-old son and currently pursuing my bachelors in Criminal justice at John Jay. I have 6 years worth of experience with children and adults. Throughout my years of working I've worked with kids with disabilities and adults youngest 5 and oldest 95. I have experience in managing a group home. I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Buchanan, NY

Susan D.

5.0

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

- Care member

Anita P.

5.0

Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness

- Gayle M.

Roxanna L.

5.0

Very friendly and hard working! My kids loved her and so did I. She is very responsive and just overall a great nanny.

- Sabrina W.

Lauren M.

5.0

Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any family.

- Christina D.

Grace S.

5.0

Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The baby thrived under her care and I was...

- Leilani D.

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