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Find special needs caregivers in Chatham, NY that you’ll love
41 special needs caregivers are listed in Chatham, NY
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years
Special needs caregivers in Chatham, NY
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel, Swimming Supervision and day to day care . I taught gymnastics at Flach gymnastics academy. I worked with children ages 1-16. I taught special needs classes on Saturday's as well as private lessons. I am a very positive outgoing lover of life. I can't wait to meet you and...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"To say my three daughters love Madison is an Understatement, they absolutely adore her. When she is coming to babysit they act as if a best friend is coming for a play date. Her high energy and attention to safety and care makes for an excellent child care giver....
Bonnie C.
Karin T.
Valatie, NY
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
RN with 25 years of direct care experience now working in home care. I've worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients as well as the MR/DD population. I'm happy to do hygiene care, PT, household chores, food shopping, and med appointments, as well.
Karin can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"In full disclosure, I have known Karin for many years. She provided respite for me in taking care of developmentally disabled adults who lived in my home. She was an excellent worker then and with her further education she is even more so now. I asked Karin if...
Mary B.
Arianna J.
Ghent, NY
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of a 5-year-old and I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I'm crafty, willing to help with homework, play sports or fun games, you name it. I'm the fun babysitter and would love to help you.
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Arianna J.
Ghent, NY
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I worked with Aim Services Inc for 3 years with their self direction program. I helped people with mobility issues, wanting to learn social skills and independence, and so much more. I love working with kids as I am a mom myself but I also have experience working with young adults and seniors. Most of my experience is with...
Kelly D.
Valatie, NY
$16-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Care Assistant For Children, Special Needs, And Elderly
I have been in the health care field for 20+ years. The last 4 years I have been a home health aide caring for the elderly ranging from end of life care (hospice), to people with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and people just aging and needing help with hygiene, cooking, cleaning, and appointments/outings. Prior to...
Kelly can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
I'd describe my personality as caring loving goal oriented
I like working with kids because I find it fulfilling. I love watching them grow and continue to learn and reach all their milestones
As a school counselor and a father of two it is my goal to work with the whole child. watching them become educated but as well as...
Misty L.
Pittsfield, MA
$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
as a mother of a child with adhd, odd and ddmd, and autism I have a lot of experience with special needs kids. I also have been a big part in caring for my nephew with asd, spd and developmental delays! I have worked for doctors, dentists, Police officers and people off all walks of life. I treat the kids as I would my own with...
Misty can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Misty is very flexible and dependable and was just what our family needed when we needed it. We had trouble even interviewing her the first time we met her because she hit it off with our kids so well that they just wanted to play with her. We will continue to...
Steve H.
5.0
(2)
I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and...
Ilze E.
5.0
(2)
I have 10 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!"
Anne H.
5.0
(2)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(4)
As someone with a lifelong passion for helping others, I have always thrived in going above and beyond to help anyone. I thoroughly enjoy sharing my love of learning and caring with people, which has allowed me to gain valuable skills including patience and a strong work ethic. I am excited about the possibility of sharing my...
5.0
"Jackie has been a godsend. Very knowledgeable, compassionate and efficient with all aspects of caring for our elderly mom with serous dementia. "
Care member
Lisa M.
Pittsfield, MA
$17-23/hr
Hello my name is Lisa M. I am a social therapist. I have worked and lived with individuals who have all different abilities for 5years now. I believe that I can be of help to take care of your loved one who has special needs and be a person they can trust and build a friendship with. I feel like I am called to do this type of...
I am retired from teaching special needs children. I have experience with stroke patients. I'm very dependable.
Karen can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hey my name is Patrick. I'm very active and outgoing. I have two years childcare experience working at a summer camp. Where I received CPR and first aid training. I also have two years experience, looking after a child with high functioning autism. I currently work as a community hab worker for adults with special needs. I'm...
Patrick can also help with: Carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Patricia M.
Pittsfield, MA
$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Long Term Care, Pediatric Care, Caregiver-PDN Needs
The Care in Place Movement is a real thing! That's what I'm here for.
Background/Experience: CNA/LPN Alzheimer's, Dementia, LTC and Acute care. Pediatric experience as well. Light housekeeping to skilled nursing whatever need may arise!
I can be of use in navigating insurance help, setting up prior authorizations, looking...
Deann C.
Athens, NY
$16-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Have my teaching assistant certificate and my associates in adolescent education. Experience and training in early childhood. Experience with autistic and special needs children. Reliable and compassionate. Flexible schedule.
Deann can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I am a licensed Special Education teacher with a bachelors of arts in Child, Youth, and Family Studies from Lesley University. I have provided childcare for a 8-year-old with autism and physical disabilities. I have worked in classrooms for children diagnosed with a variety of significant diagnosis from grades PreK-8 as well an...
Vanessa M.
Hudson, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I am 46 years old, 14 years experience with kids all ages and with special needs, I' m reliable, really professional and educated, I love pets, enjoy the outdoors, reading, art and crafts, music, theater, play games and cooking.
I was in charge of schedule play dates, organize and do light house cleaning, bilingual...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hey my name is Patrick. I'm very active and outgoing. I have two years childcare experience working at a summer camp. Where I received CPR and first aid training. I also have two years experience, looking after a child with high functioning autism. I currently work as a community hab worker for adults with special needs. I'm...
Patrick can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, transportation
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chatham, NY
Madison F.
5.0
To say my three daughters love Madison is an Understatement, they absolutely adore her. When she is coming to babysit they act as if a best friend is coming for a play date. Her high energy and attention to safety and care makes for an excellent child care giver. She has watched my kids from the age...
- Bonnie C.
Karin T.
5.0
I hired Karin to assist with caring for my parents. One has Alzheimer's and the other Parkinson's Disease. She worked with us for a couple years until their conditions required 24hour care. She was absolutely fantastic with both! Always punctual, extremely organized, gentle yet firm when the...
- Carolyn S.
Misty L.
5.0
Misty was great. She initially impressed me by texting me the day before with a series of questions about my son - everything from his schedule to whether he had any allergies, was on any medications, etc.
She was punctual (showing up a few minutes early both times) and is warm and energetic....
- Jarret S.
Amanda B.
5.0
Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and skill-building on a number of daily...
- Ilze E.
Rachel S.
5.0
Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!
- Anne H.
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