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Find special needs caregivers in Fall River, MA that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Fall River, MA

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Fall River, MA

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Makayla M.


New Bedford, MA

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Makayla, I have worked with children for 4 years now. I love being outside and staying active. I'm dependable, always on time, flexible schedule, and good at multitasking. CPR and first aid certified for infants. I have my own vehicle. Non-smoker. I have experience with special needs. I also have a RBT (registered...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Makayla is great with kids, always on time and very responsible. Every time I leave my kids with Makayla I know they're in good hands. My kids love her and are always excited to hear when she is coming over to babysit. Would definitely recommend hiring her!"

Jake N.

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Geralyn B.


New Bedford, MA

$19-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I had a daughter with numerous congenital diagnoses, including severe special needs & global developmental delays. I'm an advocate for special needs children and seniors, as well as tutor in several subjects. My experience includes working with two brothers for over five years, since infancy. Among their diagnoses were autism,...
5.0
"Geralyn is a gem...soothing, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. I cannot recommend her more! I don't worry about her in my home, helping me, or handling my personal information. Geralyn "babysits" me with my "special needs" while I wait for major surgery and then...

Pamela M.

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Maria F.


New Bedford, MA

$21-22/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full/Part-time Nanny/Caregiver Available

4.0

(4)

Born and raised in Portland, Maine. Relocated to New Bedford, Massachusetts. A little about me: When my youngest sister was born my father nicknamed me Mother Hen due to my nurturing nature and patience with her. Coming from a large family I have always gravitated toward childcare positions - During my high school career, I...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maria was my family's nanny for a brief period of time while my wife was bedridden from an illness. During her time in our home she was nothing but pleasant. Our 5 year old son loved her and was sad to see her go. "

Michael O.

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Olivia M.


Bristol, RI

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime :)

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Olivia and I am 25 years old. I am very mature and responsible for my age. I have a twin brother with special needs and a younger sister. I have watched kids for 10 years now. I play soccer and was in special needs basketball. I graduated Pre-Med. I am currently applying to medical schoolto become a pediatric surgeon....
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Olivia has helped us many times and is an excellent child care provider! She is reliable, friendly, and great with our two kids (baby and toddler). She’s been completely comfortable with both age groups and has been an enormous help to our family! "

Care member

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Erin C.


Tiverton, RI

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

As a RI licensed CNA, I am a DEPENDABLE, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver trained and experienced with all aspects of child-rearing, bandage care, meal preparation, shopping, light housework, pet care, and schoolwork to help the entire family feel at ease. -I have been involved with various health and educational...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Erin is as top-notch as it gets for a sitter. She's intuitive, experienced and our son loves her. We would not hesitate to hire her, she has been nothing short of excellent."

Amy P.

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Barbara W.


Westport, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare, Eldercare, Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have raised three exceptionally bright, creative, generous and kind children who are happy, thriving and living around the world: Greece, Netherland, NYC. I have an innate desire to nurture and care for other young people. I guess some of us never lose that sense of joy and pure delight at seeing children grow and blossom,...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Barbara has taken care of my son every other Friday for about nine months. My work schedule changed and I no longer need the extra help, but any family would be so lucky to have her. She always did so many fun activities with my son like reading, creative play,...

Sarah W.

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Jane D.


Berkley, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Early Childhood Educator/Caregiver For 37 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past 11 years, I have worked with different families part time with children, and twins, 3 months old to 11 years old. Before that, I worked as a preschool teacher at a College University for 25 years. I've worked with children, ages 2 years, 9 months to 6 years old (including children with special needs). I am certified...
Jane can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Claire C.


Bristol, RI

$17-22/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello! My name's Claire. I have almost a decade of childcare experience, professional level CPR certification, and currently work as a youth swim instructor! I teach children with limb differences, hearing loss, anxiety, autism, ADHD, and many other behavioral or developmental differences.
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Kelly M C De S.


Somerset, MA

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Responsible, Reliable And Caring.

I am a Certified Medical Assistant with years of experience working in the health care field. The past 3 years I have worked as a private Home Health Aide for multiple patients with traumatic brain injury, Dementia, Alzheimer's and on hospice care. I'm also a mom of 3 beautiful kiddos on the Autism Spectrum and also have some...
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Samantha J.


New Bedford, MA

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Are you looking for a babysitter with 3 years teaching experience? I would love to talk to you about working for your family. In addition to working with students with special needs, I have been working with children for eight years, as a camp counselor, babysitter and lifeguard. I also taught beginners synchronized swimming for...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lori M.


New Bedford, MA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked for mentally and physically challenged people for over 10 years. My clients I have had in the past had spina-bifida, cerebral palsy, autism, fragile X, ADHD, ADD, mild to moderate MR, diabetes and seizure disorders. I also have done respite care for many individuals and I had a foster child for a year with autism.
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Stephanie A.


Bristol, RI

$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Positive And Fun Sitter

Hello! My name is Stephanie and I am currently a rising senior at Roger Williams University. I am patient, positive, creative and loving. I am currently enrolled in a remote internship for the summer and would love to get back into nannying with my free time! Throughout high school, I worked at my hometown's recreation...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Elizabeth M.


Warren, RI

$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Psychology Assistant

I currently work as a psychology assistant, working directly under a psychologist. With the assistant from my psychologist, I develop behavior plans, provide training for staff, assist staff in behavioral situations during day program, in the community, and in residential settings. I also create bonds with each participant in...
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Meghan M.


Warren, RI

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I worked at L. I. F. E. Incorporated for 2 years, where I help with the everyday needs of adults with disabilities. I would love to help out however I can.
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Kayla R.


Bristol, RI

$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello ! Im Kayla .

I currently work for disabled men an women who have special needs . I also would love to do this is a side job sense my hours have been cut down to my regular hours so that leaves me 4 days off a week ! I work with autism , non verbal , Down syndrome, delayed development , bed ridden , all am , pm and night care meaning baths...
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Chelsea S.


Bristol, RI

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available (Saturday/Sundays!)

For almost 2 years, I worked as a Dorm Coordinator at a boarding school/day school for children and young adults with Autism, complex learning disabilities and special educational needs. My overall responsibility was to provide direct and ongoing supervision and support to all students as well as foster independent living...
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Riley Y.


Bristol, RI

$18-23/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am a dedicated and patient caregiver with experience supporting individuals with special needs. I have a nurturing nature and genuinely love helping and caring for others. My focus is on providing compassionate, attentive care to ensure comfort and safety. I am available part time, and my schedule will differ, as summer is...
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Anna M.


North Dartmouth, MA

$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello I know it hard on parents to care for children in special need but I love kids regardless how they are still god children I was born deaf and speech so I know what it need to do and I can help to be comfortable any questions please ask very active great personality honest caring
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Anastasia W.


Tiverton, RI

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Anastasia and I am an RBT! I've been in this field of work for 3 years. I've worked with ages 2-22 that have autism. I currently work in a school for I'm looking for some afternoon hours! I'm located in tiverton. I would love to chat more!
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Diana L.


Bristol, RI

$18-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring, Patient, And Creative Caregiver

Hello, I have over 18 years of experience in child care with ages 2 months- 13 years old. I have worked in classrooms, as a live-in nanny, and as a part time baby sitter for parents who need a refreshing night out. I also have experience working with children and adults who have special needs. Many families I have cared for do...
Diana can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fall River, MA

Makayla M.

5.0

Makayla is great with kids, always on time and very responsible. Every time I leave my kids with Makayla I know they're in good hands. My kids love her and are always excited to hear when she is coming over to babysit. Would definitely recommend hiring her!

- Jake N.

Geralyn B.

5.0

Geralyn is a gem...soothing, knowledgeable, and trustworthy. I cannot recommend her more! I don't worry about her in my home, helping me, or handling my personal information. Geralyn "babysits" me with my "special needs" while I wait for major surgery and then rehabilitate. I count on Geralyn for...

- Pamela M.

Maria F.

5.0

Maria was my family's nanny for a brief period of time while my wife was bedridden from an illness. During her time in our home she was nothing but pleasant. Our 5 year old son loved her and was sad to see her go.

- Michael O.

Olivia M.

5.0

Olivia has been providing child care for our nonspeaking Autistic son for the last 2+ years. She is incredibly dedicated, kind, responsible, and caring. She has truly become a part of our family and we could not be more grateful to have found her! She takes our son on fun outings, helps clean the...

- Care member

Erin C.

5.0

Erin is as top-notch as it gets for a sitter. She's intuitive, experienced and our son loves her. We would not hesitate to hire her, she has been nothing short of excellent.

- Amy P.

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Ratings for Fall River, MA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Fall River, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.