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Paulette S.


Mashpee, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

PCA certified, trained in all aspects of home health care, with extensive first aide training, over 20 years experience. I specialize in, but not limited to Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, special needs and all aspects of autism, as well as hospice care. I also can provide medication...
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Paulette S.


Mashpee, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Nurturing And Very Responsible.

PCA certified. Trained is all aspects of home care with extensive first aid concentration, With over 20 years experience I specialize in, but not limited to, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS and MD, as well as Hospice care. I can provide medication management, personal care and light housekeeping. Child care for all ages...
Paulette can also help with: Meal prep
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Carly C.


Mashpee, MA

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Loving, Patient, Experienced Special Needs Specialist

I have been with an organization for over 2 years. I am very knowledgeable with autistic and disabled kids/teens/adults. I am a developmental specialist at a day program.
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Islaine C.


Hyannis, MA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I understand that people with special needs they have their own way to learn and do things. For that, I treat and care for them as an individual. My first responsibility as a Caregiver is to promote care with quality and safety, always assuring that my client is happy and comfortable. Each individual with special needs they...
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Erin F.


Centerville, MA

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Over 20 Years Working With Autism And Special Needs

I have over 20 years experience working with children and teens with autism and special needs. I am a quick learner, very supportive, positive and caring. I Currently work as a specialized paraprofessional in an elementary school and would love something part time that is rewarding and challenging.
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Jade D.


Marstons Mills, MA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver With Experience

Hi! I'm Jade, a 25-year-old registered occupational therapist and native to Cape Cod. Experience: I have had numerous pediatric clinical rotations with children with neurodiversity. Some of these conditions include anxiety, ASD, ADHD, and SPD. I have experience with young adults with ASD, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome. I am...
I have over eight years of experience working with children in various settings. I am a former Mass Audubon Environmental Educator working with students across the schools on Cape Cod from pre-k to grade 12. I have experience working with students with special needs in schools. I have also worked in the preschool at Long Pasture...
Georgina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
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Amy W.


Hyannis, MA

$19-24/hr5 yrs exp

Passionate about caring for others with special needs and requirements. I will treat you or your loved one with the kindness and grace I would give my own family.
Married, 2 boys (11, 14), I have been working with a special needs private clients and I believe that in this way it is possible to work with all professionalism without forgetting the care and love that are especially necessary
I am a 28-year-old mom to a 15-month-old girl. I have been working at a private school for children with autism and other special needs for the past 4+ years. However, I am looking for a change of pace! I am CPR, first aid certified, as well as fingerprinted through the state (as required by employer). I have taken many child...
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Swimming Supervision. I have a child with special needs as well and I know how difficult it can be to find help. Please reach out and let me know if I can be the perfect match for your family!
Cayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Donna W.


Mashpee, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I presently work for for the Probation Department and have worked for a woman in her 90's for over two years who lost both of her legs due to poor blood circulation and diabetes. I thoroughly enjoyed spending quality time and assisting her with washing, assisting her in bed, assisting her on/off the commode, putting her in the...
Donna can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Yanasia M.


Hyannis, MA

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available

I have many experiences working with children. I worked as a preschool assistant teacher. In the summer I work as a Camp Director for a Program. I have been apart of there team for four years now! I also worked as a Special Needs Counselor for a Program in my town. They were mainly adults ages 20-60 yrs old. But I also had...
Yanasia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Cindy S.


East Falmouth, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With Masters In Special Needs

I have my bachelors degree in elementary education and a masters in special needs. I have worked with both children and adults in my 20 plus years in the field. I have been with the same company that provides educational services with a specialization in helping people on the autism spectrum. I currently work with adults...

Krystal L.


East Sandwich, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Compassionate Nurse/Caregiver

11 years experience in the health care field including pediatrics and geriatrics. Experience with IV's, trachs, gtubes. CPR and first aid certified.
Hello my names Savanna and I've been a Personal Care Provider for 5 years. Over the years I've had many wonderful clients, and my skills and work experience ranges from dementia/Alzheimer's care, ALS care, Geriatric care, and many others. I'm first aid/CPR certified and I have my EMT course certificate. I've had experience with...
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Heather P.


Wareham, MA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

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I am trustworthy and reliable. I have worked with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities for over 18 years. I also work with the elderly and animals. I have done everything from assisting with ADLs to case management. I have taken care of horses chickens dogs cats birds I have given medications.
5.0
"I have used Heather since September 2012 to watch my 6 year old son with special needs. Heather has been wonderful with him. I trust her to make the right decisions while she is caring for him. My son is very fond of Heather too. I would definitely recommend...

Melissa H.

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Queen Carberry B.


Falmouth, MA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced , Trusted, Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a PCA and HHA for about eight years now. I have worked with individuals dealing with Alzheimer's symptoms, and dementia, ALS and special needs. I specialize in personal care assistance, in addition to housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and companionship care. Here is a short bio about me. I was born...
Queen Carberry can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Queen cared for my elderly parents (90 year old with dementia, impaired mobility, fall risk; 99 year old with fall risk). Queen is extremely patient, kind, cheerful, and very hard working! She also did cooking and household tasks, as well as helping whenever asked...

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Vicki S.


Plymouth, MA

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Of All Stages Of Life

I am a (young) 58-year-old woman with a great deal of experience and education in the medical field. I have also worked as a nanny and have references and letters of recommendation. Thank you for considering me to care for your daughter and would love to meet you both.
5.0
"Vicki is exceptional. She truly cares and goes beyond the call of duty. She is always on time, trustworthy, reliable, considerate and takes the initiative to make everything better. She is 5 Stars for sure!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

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Julie G.


Pocasset, MA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a health care aide and patient care coordinator for the elderly and special needs clients for 10-plus years. My services include companionship, healthy meal prep, medication supervision, personal care, food shopping and errands, light housekeeping, medical appointments, assistance with physical therapy and...
Julie can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia, home modification
5.0
"I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden and a fall risk. Julie did this with energy, compassion and insight, providing me with much needed respite from the 24 hour...

IRVING S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cotuit, MA

Heather P.

5.0

I have used Heather since September 2012 to watch my 6 year old son with special needs. Heather has been wonderful with him. I trust her to make the right decisions while she is caring for him. My son is very fond of Heather too. I would definitely recommend Heather as a caregiver.

- Melissa H.

Queen Carberry B.

5.0

Queen cared for my elderly parents (90 year old with dementia, impaired mobility, fall risk; 99 year old with fall risk). Queen is extremely patient, kind, cheerful, and very hard working! She also did cooking and household tasks, as well as helping whenever asked with various organizational...

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Vicki S.

5.0

Vicki is exceptional. She truly cares and goes beyond the call of duty. She is always on time, trustworthy, reliable, considerate and takes the initiative to make everything better. She is 5 Stars for sure!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

- Care member

Julie G.

5.0

I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden and a fall risk. Julie did this with energy, compassion and insight, providing me with much needed respite from the 24 hour care my wife needed. She accompanied...

- IRVING S.

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