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Virginia E.


Webster, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/friend

5.0

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I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I have experience with direct care and also management. I am retired and available most hours. I worked as an activity coordinator for my last 5 years with elderly. In my previous years of employment I worked with special needs...
Virginia can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"Virginia is one of the most positive people I have ever known! She is always a bright spot and anyone she comes in contact with has a better day!"

Justine W.

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Cindy B.


Windham, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
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Kathy T.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
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Daniel W.


Jewett City, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver/Job Coach/Life Coach With Special Needs Adults.

My name is Dan. I've been supporting people with mental and physical needs since 1998. I have cared for people in group homes, day programs and private care. I have supported people who are highly involved as far as medical and people who have had considerable behavior issues. I have experience cooking meals following dietary...
5.0
"Dan works part-time for us as a Life Coach for my adult son with Down Syndrome. Dan is largely responsible for after work activities with him. Dan takes my son to Special Olympics practices, and he also encourages my son to maintain fitness by going on hikes,...

Catherine C.

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Judith M.


Willimantic, CT

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

CNA, Special Needs Teacher, Regular Teacher

Bathing, help with dressing, help with toileting, meal preparation, feeding, emptying catheter, bed making etc
Judith can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"A friend of my family was experiencing a life threatening health emergency. Judith recognized the symptoms and urged our friend to go to the hospital. Because of that, our friend is alive today. During his recuperation, Judith took care of him. She was...

Jacqueline C.

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Jackie F.


North Scituate, RI

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, seizure disorder, and also have experience with care of elderly with dementia. I have administered medication, helped with bathing and changing, I can also prepare meals, low sodium, low sugar, whatever is needed. I will provide the best care for you or...
5.0
"We hired Jackie to watch our 4 month old daughter for the month of February Monday- Friday 8:30-5:30. She was wonderful! She was so loving and engaged with our daughter. She was excellent with keeping her on a schedule, feedings, changing and nap time. We also...

Catherine A.

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Tina G.


Willimantic, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for seniors, special needs, for 33 years. I have worked in nursing homes, in home care, private in home care. tasks include am care, pm care, meal prep, feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, transportation, light house keeping, laundry, food shopping. I am very passionate about what I do. enjoy getting to...
Tina can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Karen L.


Chepachet, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

I am compassionate, dependable, caring, person. I have over 15 years of experience with Alzheimer's / dementia. I have volunteered for hospice, my local Department of Human Services, Animal Shelter, and Ambulance Corp. I have had over 4 years experience working hands on with developmentally challenged, mentally ill, and special...
Karen can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally...

Joyce T.

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Brittany W.


North Scituate, RI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Registered Nurse Looking To Be Your Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi There! My name is Brittany. I am a Registered Nurse who has 10+ years of childcare experience and am certified in CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. I have managed care for up to 6 children at one time and have significant experience with newborns and children with special needs. I am caring, loving, athletic, creative,...
Brittany can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Brittany was an excellent caregiver for our 3 month old son. She was always on time (even with early morning hours) and we always felt safe knowing that she was there with our baby. She is caring, energetic and knowledgeable, and the only reason we parted ways is...

Carol B.

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Michele H.


Cranston, RI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Caring PCA

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My life work has focuses on providing care to elders and those with special needs. My experience includes working primarily in home care settings. Clients I have worked with have a variety of needs including; assistance with transfers, general housekeeping, personal care and companionship. Primarily I have worked with...
Michele can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!"

Debra B.

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Athena C.


Coventry, RI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid Available For You!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello all. I have worked with the elderly for 10 I have also been working with children and adults with special needs for 8 years now. I am very patient and understanding. I do it all no worries. A day usually consists of ADLS , meds , house keeping , cooking all 3 meals. I am certified in MAP, CPR, HHA hope to hear from you...
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Athena C.


Coventry, RI

$17-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have always loved working with children. I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I have worked in a school with children with special needs. I was a nanny for 3 years and enjoyed it very much. I am CPR first aid certified. I also have my HHA certificate looking forward to chatting thanks Athena
Athena can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Currently a CNA having worked with the elderly population with dementia/Alzheimer's. Previous shift supervisor at a memory care facility. Watching my 2 yr grandson and his special needs younger brother 2 days a week . I'm also a certified medication tech for the last 20 yrs .
Lynn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CNA

Experienced Caregiver for Special Needs, Elderly, and Animal Care Hi! I'm Jennifer, and have 4+ years of experience providing care for individuals with special needs, seniors, and animals. My background in special education allows me to offer personalized support to people of all ages, helping with daily activities, therapy, or...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Caroline S.


Willimantic, CT

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Summer is right around the corner! I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Niya C.


Johnston, RI

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

I started my experience with children who have special needs at the Groden School. I was working with students who had autism and were non-verbal. I have also worked closely with a student who has cerebral palsy and primarily uses a wheel chair.
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Rebekah R.


Jewett City, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Bubbly Babysitter/nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Rebekah and I am an experienced babysitter/nanny. I have over 10 years of experience with all ranges of children, including special needs, high energy, and multiple children. I have worked in many arenas working with children from summer programs to school based work. I love animals so pets are not a problem at all. I...
Rebekah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Emily R.


West Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experience In Direct Support

Hi I'm Emily, and I'm a college student in Boston. I have 8+ years of experience in caregiving as a Direct Support staff at West Bay Residential Services in RI, and I'm currently pursuing a communications degree in the hopes of continuing my education in Advocacy and Inclusion. I am creative, free-spirited, and ready to care for...
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Linda B.


Hampton, CT

$25-34/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Experienced Mother And Grandmother

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Behavior - Applied Behavior Analysis.
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Emma C.


Chepachet, RI

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience caring for disabled children ranging from mental disabilities to physical disabilities.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Danielson, CT

Virginia E.

5.0

I cannot say enough great things about Virginia "Gigi". We were so lucky to have her help care for my Mom for the last 2 years. She provided excellent personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.) along with wonderful companionship for my Mom. She has a great positive attitude and always found crafty...

- Kathleen K.

Daniel W.

5.0

Dan is a fantastic individual. Dependable, easy going. Is wonderful with special individuals.

- Leslie B.

Judith M.

5.0

Judith is a patient and compassionate Christian woman with a great heart who is devoted to doing the best she can in all she does! She is a strong woman of God.

- Jamie C.

Jackie F.

5.0

We hired Jackie to watch our 4 month old daughter for the month of February Monday- Friday 8:30-5:30. She was wonderful! She was so loving and engaged with our daughter. She was excellent with keeping her on a schedule, feedings, changing and nap time. We also on several occasions left her with...

- Catherine A.

Karen L.

5.0

Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally during a very stressful time. I highly...

- Joyce T.

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