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Find special needs caregivers in Deep River, CT that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Deep River, CT

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Deep River, CT

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Debra S.


Deep River, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Mature Experienced Home Health/hosp Provide

5.0

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I have supported children, adults and seniors in many areas of need. I am experienced In yet not limited to medication dispensing, companionship, special needs, autism spectrum, hands on hygiene, bathing needs, wound care, behavior support, home health and hospice care for 25 years. I am certified in CPR and 1st aid. I find this...
Debra can also help with: Companionship, home modification, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Deb is an amazing caregiver. She is kind and compassionate and cared for my mother like she was her family. I can’t recommend her enough. My family is so grateful for Deb’s help and support while caring for our mom."

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Linda T.


Deep River, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Linda and I have been a caregiver to many clients with a variety of needs. My last position was live in for elderly lady in Boston for three years. I am now residing back in deep river Connecticut. I have taken care of clients with autism, ADHD, brain injury, amputation just to mention a few. I am looking for long...
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Debra S.


Deep River, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Human Service Provider

I am a 54 YO married female who thrives being busy and engaged. I have managed a Group Home for Brian House Inc out of Chester Ct for 20 years concentrating on supporting individuals with behavioral and intellectual disorders. I operated my own in home childcare for 5 years when my children were younger. I have worked in the...
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Linda T.


Deep River, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Long term Full time Caregiver. Will Travel If Needed.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi My name is Linda I have 30 plus years experience with children ages 0 to 6 years old. I have No criminal history and I am a nonsmoker. I have my own reliable transportation. Aided with care for special needs children to include travel to and from appointments and assist in daily exercises and activities. Willing to work some...
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Aubrey C.


Deep River, CT

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. Hello my name is Aubrey. I am a teacher with an associates, bachelors and masters degree in education. I've spent over seven years professionally working with children with emphasis on special education. As well as personally growing up with special needs family...
Aubrey can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Laurie M.


Clinton, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a young at heart Grandmother who has worked with Children, Teens and Young Adults of all ages and abilities for many years. I am Honest, Reliable and I have a Positive attitude when working with Others. I am not working with infants at this time. I have also worked as a CT Certified HHA with Seniors and as a CT Certified...
Laurie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Laurie is incredibly responsible and honest. She is reliable and communicates well. We use her regularly for afternoon care while I work. I do not worry about my children's safety while she is with them and I trust her judgement. Laurie is one of the better...

Jamie R.

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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified

Hello, Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
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Kathryn N.


Old Saybrook, CT

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Although I have not directly assisted a special needs person, doesn't mean I don't have tons of experience with it. Throughout middle school and high school I watched my dear friend live with multiple learning and physical difficulties. We met in my study skills class, because I too have learning disabilities; ADD and Dyslexia....
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Laurie M.


Clinton, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have worked with Special Needs children and adults for many years, it is my passion. I have worked as a certified HHA in the state of CT. My background has been as a CT Certified Paraprofessional in several school systems over many years. At this point I'm taking on part time work on my own. I love Life and I love connecting...
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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Early Childhood Educator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Katie for an urgent job to transport my special needs kiddo and to take care of our cats while I was away. She was just awesome! Handled my kiddo perfectly. Was entirely reliable and in communication. Was flexible as the details and schedule changed...

Lecia P.

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Danielle S.


Clinton, CT

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Expert Support And Engagement!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 47 with my Master's in speech-language pathology. I possess strong interpersonal & problem-solving skills developed working in public schools, Birth-3 & now in private homes. I help families with children of all ages maintain organized, supportive & successful lives by assisting with childcare, meals, light housework, &...
4.0
"Danielle puts her heart in the families she is working with. She also has experience with sign language. Danielle acted as a RBT when working with a special needs child conducting programs to shape appropriate behaviors."

Tyana V.

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Emily M.


East Haddam, CT

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Emily

I'd describe my personality as happy, outgoing and uplifting! I like caring for seniors because they are a wealth of information and always have so much to offer us younger folks if we give them the time and open our minds. I'm looking for a job that allows me to help an elderly person on a daily basis. I started caring...
Emily can also help with: Errands, meal prep, home modification, mobility assistance, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Hello! I'm Hayley, an experienced and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in caring for children. Having grown up with a brother on the autism spectrum, I've developed a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by children with autism. My approach is individualized, patient, and nurturing. I...
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Sally D.


Clinton, CT

$21-28/hr10 yrs exp

I have extensive experience in childcare from 1987 to 2024. I was a nanny for 5 children for a professional family in Guilford and well as another professional family with 2 daughters in Woodbridge. I was a substitute teacher and a teacher's aide for the New Haven Board of Education Also, assisted with special needs children. My...
Sally can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Alyssa K.


Westbrook, CT

$17-25/hr

Paraprofessional

I've been working as a paraprofessional in an elementary school for the past year and have grown to love working with children with special needs. I've learned how complex yet intelligent they are and have made amazing progress with them throughout the year. I work on self help skills (potty training, bathing, hair brushing...
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Ellen J.


East Haddam, CT

$22-26/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hello! My life experience and professional experience is mainly with children, but I recently began visiting the elderly through church and learned how rewarding this line of work can be. I enjoy talking with elderly people and learning from their life experiences. In my work with children and those with special needs, I have...
Ellen can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, respite care, transportation, light cleaning & more
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Brooklyn B.


Chester, CT

$18-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a recent college graduate and am moving to New England at the end of summer to work full-time as a nurse. I'm looking for work in the mean time and really enjoy working with kids! I'm CPR certified, First-Aid trained and have plenty of experience with working with kids, including some special needs experience, as well.
Brooklyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lois A.


Old Lyme, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Care /

I have over 20 years experience working with adults and children, I have worked with hospice patients special needs children and adults and pretty much anything you need. I am CPR trained , First aide trained. I also am med. certified and fully vaccinated. If you are looking for companionship, errand services , meal prep, help...
Lois can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, transportation, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Currently I work with two nonverbal autistic adults. I also have experience working with individuals with a variety of psychological diagnoses.
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Arianna R.


Higganum, CT

$19-30/hr4 yrs exp

Best Sitter Ever :)

Hi! I am 22 years old and I am in college to be an elementary school teacher, I also work at a seasonal restaurant throughout the year, and I am fluent in Spanish. I have a 3-year-old sister so I have learned to care for her and watch her grow as well as all my younger cousins. I have worked with different children, ages 5...
Arianna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Deep River, CT

Debra S.

5.0

Deb is an amazing caregiver. She is kind and compassionate and cared for my mother like she was her family. I can’t recommend her enough. My family is so grateful for Deb’s help and support while caring for our mom.

- Care member

Laurie M.

5.0

Laurie is incredibly responsible and honest. She is reliable and communicates well. We use her regularly for afternoon care while I work. I do not worry about my children's safety while she is with them and I trust her judgement. Laurie is one of the better caregivers you will find on this site....

- Jamie R.

Katie L.

5.0

I had the privilege of teaching preschool with Katie at Alphabet Academy. She is kind, creative and passionate about working with children. She always goes above and beyond to support every child in their intellectual curiosity and social emotional growth. Katie is beloved by all of the children...

- Starry K.

Danielle S.

5.0

Danielle was a full service dog minder for 8 days. She was very flexible when I had to extend my stay. She offered to drive me to the airport and also picked me up unasked. My Westie may have been mad at me for staying away so long, but for the first 10 minutes on my return, she followed Danielle...

- Care member

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