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Find special needs caregivers in Cranston, RI that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cranston, RI

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Cranston, RI

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Rachel D.


Warwick, RI

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am writing to apply for the position of Personal Caregiver. As a compassionate and capable individual with more than 7 years of experience providing transportation and assistance to individuals with a variety of needs, I am confident that I am the ideal candidate for the role. I enjoy working with people, and I enjoy...
5.0
"That she is a very good caring person!"

Dora H.

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Alana B.


Providence, RI

$15-35/hr9 yrs exp

Been caring for clients at an early age, went to school for hands on training in the medical field. Really like the one on one connection in the residential setting, focusing on your needs. How can I help you?
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Astrid C.


Central Falls, RI

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/ Babysitter /Date Night

4.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

A well-mannered, articulate, and responsible nanny, with great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. A confident child career who is emotionally mature and possess high energy levels and an ability to develop close relationships with both children and families. Possessing excellent communication...
Astrid can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Astrid was great ! Super caring and friendly, she is amazing with my kids and my dogs I have been using her for years ! She is very dependable and loving ! The best of the best"

Jacqueline C.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jennifer is punctual, dependable, caring, and attentive. She is very compassionate and always puts the needs of others in front of her own."

Aaron L.

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Julia T.


Pawtucket, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist

My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...
Julia can also help with: Visiting nurse, dementia, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Julia was hired by the family of my best friend for hospice care. It was an extremely difficult and exhausting assignment, physically, mentally and emotionally. Julia was nothing short of an angel. Her care and compassion for L was incredible - more than anyone...

Susan L.

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Maria M.


Warwick, RI

$28/hr18 yrs exp

Looking for my next full time nanny position ,

Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Maria , I'm from Dominican Republic and I've been nanny for 18 years, I have experienced taking care of babies from newborn to teenagers , twins, multiple, special needs and behavior attention as well . I have my certificate in Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED clean driving record. I have my own...
Maria can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maria was wonderful with my my four year old! He was shy at first, but after he warmed up they had a great time! He still asks about her, and I will definitely hire her again! A+!"

Benjamin B.

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Leslie H.


Warwick, RI

$20-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

Linda W.

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Melissa P.


Hope, RI

$17-26/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I am a mom to 3 adult sons. As a nurse I have worked with a wide range of children with special needs. I am also a proud much older sister to five younger siblings and absolutely considered the favorite auntie to over 10 little ones!
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Angelica A.


Providence, RI

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Hospice Services. I can also do care for special needs and disabilities.
Angelica can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, meal prep, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

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Priscilla D.


Warwick, RI

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Educated And Experienced

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Priscilla. I have been in child care field for 12 years. I love all sorts of children with different ages! Because of my education and my experience I charge a minimum of $27h. Rate depends on type of job. I am available from 8a-6 p.m. and I can stay later if I have enough notice. I have a degree in Special...
Priscilla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Aisha R.


Riverside, RI

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse And Experienced Babysitter

Registered Nurse with 10+ years experience in the field. 10+ years of experience in caring for infants and children of all ages including those with special needs and developmental disabilities
Aisha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel C.


East Greenwich, RI

$20-35/hr8 yrs exp

Loving/Professional Care For Your Loved One

Realizing your loved ones need help and finding that right person to entrust that care is a difficult process. I have vast experience in working with those who need a little extra care. This includes memory loss, special needs, and special rehabilitation. My experience includes organized and creative daily activities for a...
Rachel can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, live-in home care
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Denise G.


Providence, RI

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Caregiver With 10 Years Of Experience

Every human being deserves the opportunity to live their life with dignity and proper care. Sometimes that requires assistance from others. Many seniors and other individuals with special needs are isolated and having a personal aide can be a bridge to combating isolation and loneliness. I started caring for others 10 years ago...
Denise can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, home modification, respite care, mobility assistance, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Anna M.


Providence, RI

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver With A Masters In Occupational Therapy

Hi! My name is Annie and I am a newly graduated occupational therapist! I will be moving to Massachussetts in July but I am looking to do some part-time babysitting until then! I love kids and have experience with toddlers up to young adults. I have worked with a variety of young people with special needs including cerebral...
Anna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sofia R.


Warwick, RI

$19-39/hr2 yrs exp

I've been taking care of those for special needs and disabilities for years. I was also a caretaker for my grandmother with dementia for 4+ years. I love creating bond, making sure their quality of life is fulfilling, and giving the best service I can. Message me !
Sofia can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, errands, meal prep, transportation, dementia & more
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Rosa P.


Providence, RI

$18-23/hr9 yrs exp

I graduated from gericulture school in 2016, and started formally working with adults and elderly individuals with special needs during my training. I also have experience caring for family members with special needs for the past 15 years, including cooking and cleaning help, appointment and medication management, and personal...
I am a very friendly person with a big heart who like to help. I am very responsible and I like to work hard.
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Chrystal B.


Providence, RI

$20-25/hr

Personal Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Everyone, my name is Chrystal, I have over 20 years of experience caring for the elderly, special needs individuals, infant babies & children, I've also worked as both a infant & toddler held teacher, am CPR & first aid certified, certified babies nurse as well. I drive my own vehicle, am fully vaccinated and wear my mask. Am...
Chrystal can also help with: Meal prep
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Barbara O.


Warwick, RI

$15-22/hr4 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hello, My name is Barbara. I have had experiences most of my life caring for others. I grew up helping with my special needs brother Michael who is truly awesome. I am a mother of two grown adults. I cared for my husband for three years who had a very aggressive cancer. I have recently worked with a lovely gentlemen in his late...
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia
I am a substitute English teacher and CNA. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages. I specialize in special needs and physical disabilities. Thank you.
Naomi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cranston, RI

Rachel D.

5.0

That she is a very good caring person!

- Dora H.

Astrid C.

5.0

I found Astrid to be very personable, easy to work with and trustworthy. Comfortable with and around children, evidently has prior experience and knowledge. Would be a wonderful addition to any family. Very dependable and honest, kind and responsible. Aware of hazards and fast acting to avoid...

- Zoe H.

Jennifer B.

5.0

She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her

- Sarah B.

Julia T.

5.0

Julia was hired by the family of my best friend for hospice care. It was an extremely difficult and exhausting assignment, physically, mentally and emotionally. Julia was nothing short of an angel. Her care and compassion for L was incredible - more than anyone could have hoped for. Her...

- Susan L.

Maria M.

5.0

Maria was wonderful with my my four year old! He was shy at first, but after he warmed up they had a great time! He still asks about her, and I will definitely hire her again! A+!

- Benjamin B.

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