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Special needs caregivers in Caledonia, NY

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Nina S.


Caledonia, NY

$16-30/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I have a lot of experience in healthcare. I started taking CNA classes when I was 16, and worked as one for a couple of years. I am now a registered nurse, and have been for just over 2 years now. I would love to help out if I can! Let me know if you have any questions.
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Keri L.


Caledonia, NY

$22-26/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello, I am a patient and compassionate dog and baby loving woman that married a firefighter with cerebral palsy. Over the years my husband has required more special care, which I believe qualifies me for a helpful role with an individual with special needs. I am a very open person who hates being late with a passion. I have a...
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Rachael C.


Churchville, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caeegiver | 23+ Years Of Experience

With 23 years of experience, I provide warm, compassionate care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I treat my clients like family, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and respected. I'm dedicated to assisting with daily activities, mobility, medication reminders, and emotional support while fostering meaningful...
Rachael can also help with: Errands, home modification, mobility assistance, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Renee M.


Churchville, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Anytime Between 7:00am And 3:00pm

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am the mom of 5 grown children who has provided childcare for the past 27years.... multiple families, including 12 newborns, many toddlers and school age children. Several long term commitments, and life long friendships have developed as a result. Experience with special needs children on several occasions. Enjoy reading,...
Renee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi, I'm Krystal! I'm looking to get into occasional special needs care in my area as I'm saving extra money for my wedding. I love kids and started babysitting on and off when I was 13. I've worked as a therapeutic child support worker for kids and youth with Autism and other disabilities. I currently work as a care manager...
I'm a compassionate and responsible childcare provider with 18 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and development, and I have a special interest in providing specialized care to children with special needs. I am dedicated to supporting families and providing them...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Alyssa W.


Churchville, NY

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

Active, Fun Sitter

Hi! I have 3 years experience caring for children. Most of my experience has been with toddlers, but I also worked a two week sleep-away camp in August with disabled kiddos age 8-14. I'm friendly, kind, and patient. I multitask well, and love working with children and pets.
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Megan S.


Pittsford, NY

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, this seems like a great fit for me! I have experience caring for babies, children, adolescents, and individuals with special needs. I attend Nazareth University for occupational therapy, and I have two years left in Rochester. I do not smoke and would expect the same from the family I work for. My hourly rate is $35, based...
Megan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Megan was the best sitter we have ever had! My kids loved her, she met and exceeded all of our expectations!!"

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Deborah V.


Pittsford, NY

$35/hr20 yrs exp

4.0

(5)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience in childcare, teaching & tutoring in both public & private settings. I have over six years of direct experience in education as a teaching assistant in both public & private schools. Most recently, I was responsible for the care of two children in their home for over 10 years! I was a...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"*****This review has been posted on behalf of Lia D.***** I have employed Deborah over many years to care for my sons. One of my sons has a disability, and she is amazingly patient with him. She is trustworthy, dependable, and reliable. She is a loving...

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Abigail G.


Rochester, NY

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter Who Loves Kids

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a fun, patient, and helpful babysitter who has had about 5 years of experience. I have work at schools, summer camps, and programs for children. Also, I have two younger sisters that I have grown up supporting and taking care of. My passion is working with children in a special education setting. I have had some...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Abigail is extremely responsive, responsible, reliable and was great watching our children. Our older toddler likes her a lot and is asking when she’s coming back. I would highly recommend Abigail to anyone."

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Dawn H.


Henrietta, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Responsible, Experienced, Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Working with children has always brought me great joy and fulfilment throughout my life. I have experience working with multiple children from newborn to school age. I have worked over 15 years with special needs children who have both physical and cognitive delays and spent many summers working in a daycare center. I am a...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dawn is our neighbor’s girls’ nanny! She was one of the first people I met on the street when we moved here a couple years ago. She is outgoing and friendly and doesn’t shy away from roll modeling friendly, outgoing, neighborly behavior - the kids in her care have...

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Melody S.


Rochester, NY

$20-26/hr10 yrs exp

Former Community Habilitation Specialist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the Buffalo Road Respite program for autistic teens and I have worked in Com Hab and in group homes for adults with disabilities through Heritage Christian Services and People, Inc. I have also served for several years at Hillside Family of Agencies as a Youth Peer Specialist and as a Skillbuilder working with...
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Melissa F.


Bloomfield, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturer By Nature

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Melissa. I'm 30 years old. I'm the second oldest of seven children and I've been helping with child rearing since I was 7 years old. One of my brothers has autism so over the years I've learned what it takes to care for someone with special needs; patience, love, and compassion being the most important of those things....
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa was a nanny for my two kids. Our kids are older now so we no longer need nanny support. We highly recommend her!! She took them on day trips and planned fun things with them. They both have such fun memories of their time with her and I am grateful for...

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Erika H.


Rochester, NY

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a Rochester transplant and I taught elementary school for 4 years, the last 3 being in NY in the Rush Henrietta school district (2nd and 3rd grade). I took a break to have a child who is now 10 months old. Looking for nannying/baby sitting that I can do with my 10 mo old. I have experience teaching English as a second...
5.0
"Erika is great with kids! She's honest, dependable, kind and responsible."

Lydia P.

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Carolina J.


Rochester, NY

$50-65/hr10 yrs exp

Bubbly, Outgoing Aide Looking To Help Your Family Members In Your Time Of Need

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Carolina. I love what I do, and preform to the best of my abilities. In addition to working in home care settings as well as nursing homes, I also have experience working in the hospital on a medical surgical unit. I am currently a Licensed Practical Nurse and have also had my Certified Nursing Assistant...
Carolina can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I hired Carolina to help care for my 85 year old mother. I am very happy with the care she gives my mom, she is very attentive to her needs. I was sad for us but happy for her when she decided to go back to school but she would still help out with mom some week...

Cindy G.

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Natalie P.


Pittsford, NY

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am the middle child of 5 daughters and have spent many years babysitting for my parents, relatives, church, and neighbors. During college at Geneseo as an English major and Asian studies minor, I nannied for several different families. My long term positions have been post college in fairport. I am used to long hours...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
5.0
"Natalie has nannied for us for about 9 months until we moved out of state. Natalie is very good with our two boys. They both really enjoy spending time with her. She takes the time to come up with creative adventures for them to keep them engaged and busy. Our...

Sara H.

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Beatrice K.


Rochester, NY

$16-25/hr

Caring, Fun, Loving Caregiver!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an Occupational Therapy major in my second year at Ithaca College. I did a lot of volunteering in the past with those with special needs, leading to my passion for this career path. I am loving, fun, passionate, and understanding. I am also flexible for your needs as well. I want to connect and care for you and your loved...
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Ada-osha B.


Rochester, NY

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of kids for a while. I helped care for my brother since I was six. I baby-sat for my neighbors children for a year when I was 15 and baby-sat a 4-year-old for over a year when I was 17. I love to keep kids active both mentally and physically. I love house pets, so if you have a pet, I am completely...
Ada-osha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Osha is fantastic. We had an opening for a short-term nanny in late summer of 2023 and as soon as we met her, we knew that she would be a perfect fit. She is fun, creative, super knowledgeable, and she takes the time to really listen to kids as the people that they...

Mara N.

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Juliana Q.


Rochester, NY

$16/hr3 yrs exp

Kid At Heart!

Hi families!! My name is Juliana and I believe you should consider me to be your next nanny for your kiddos! Ever since I was young, I have taken care of my family, if that included school work, therapy, or just providing a fun, safe environment where kids can be kids. I have about 3 years of experience as a nanny (not through a...
Juliana can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Oh my goodness, Juliana is one of my favorite care givers I have ever had for my little ones. She's super fun and puts my kiddos first. We love her"

Mary S.

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Mindy B.


Rochester, NY

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

Hello. My name is Mindy . I live in Rochester, NY. I have been working at ARC of Genesse Orleans for the past 4 years. The past 2 years I have been an assistant residential manager. I am certified in first aid and CPR, defensive driving, administrating medications, and SCIP. I clean, cook, and any other daily needs. I have...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Caledonia, NY

Megan S.

5.0

Megan was great with my kids and they enjoyed their time with her. Even my older son, who she did not watch the day she came, said he would love to have her babysit. She went above and beyond and I will be using her again!

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Deborah V.

5.0

I have a son with special needs and Deborah is wonderful with him! She spends her time reading to him, creating imaginary play, dancing and involving herself in his interests. She is patient, warm and kind. She is very communicative and understands the need for children to be active. She never...

- Tanya C.

Abigail G.

5.0

Abigail helped me last minute and she arrived on time! My daughter was happy in her presence and felt very comfortable with her! My 2 year old was safe and well cared for when I returned. I'd definitely use Abigail again! Highly recommend. Thanks again Abigail!

- Rebecca P.

Dawn H.

5.0

We hired Dawn to nanny for our ~1yo baby full time for about a year and were incredibly happy with how well she cared for our child! She was incredibly punctual, caring, responsive, experienced, and flexible. Dawn encouraged us to bring up any issues we had and addressed them promptly. She's great...

- Sam L.

Melissa F.

5.0

Melissa was a nanny for my two kids. Our kids are older now so we no longer need nanny support. We highly recommend her!! She took them on day trips and planned fun things with them. They both have such fun memories of their time with her and I am grateful for all her help. We would highly...

- Care member

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