Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Foster, RI

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Denise. I began my care-taking career by taking care of my father, a disabled Korean war vet with PTSD. Years later my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and diabetes. I treasured caring for her until the end of her journey. I also raised three children with special needs. Through these experiences I realized...

Denise can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia

5.0

"I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List" of the best of the best. She has a giving, warm personality, sense of humor and comfort with elders. My mom...

Lori S.

Karen L.

Chepachet, RI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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.

Ashley J.

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 9 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I also have 2 years (professional) experience with children with varying special needs, though my experience surpasses such. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and...

Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Ashley was our nanny during the 2022-23 school year and she was fantastic. She was extremely reliable, great with the kids (ages 8 and 6), and professional. We would hire her in an instant and highly recommend her if you're looking for a nanny or a one-time...

Steven C.

Gabrielle L.

Moosup, CT

$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hello, my name is Gabrielle. I am 26 with a 1-year-old daughter and an almost 4-year-old son so I have great experience with babies and Children! I have worked with special needs adults as well as children. I have babysat for years since the age of 16. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a super fun and creative person that...

Gabrielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy and safe while they are in her care. I have no complaints about Gabrielle, she is wonderful!"

Michaela C.

Jackie F.

$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Care Taker

5.0

(2)

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.

Donna K.

Chepachet, RI

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I used to live in Lincoln for 25 years and had my own home daycare there for 23 yrs caring for children birth to teens. I very much love being with children of all ages. Later as my children grew, I became a licensed special needs foster mom for 8 children working with Tannerhill. I am now 58 and have a 4 and 5yo granddaughters...

Donna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling

Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

Nichole B.

$20-30/hr

I grow up a brother special needs. I spent many years around children with disabilities and Special Olympics. I later went on to work at perspectives for 15 years taking care of adults with disabilities after I had an adult with disability living with me for six years I also took care of a 91-year-old woman with dementia living...

Nichole can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, dementia, transportation & more

Dianne D.

$22-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Direct Care Professional

Hi! I'm Dianne, and I enjoy meeting people just as they are, and helping out as needed. I have experience working with youth and adults who have special needs including Autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, sight impairment, and mild to severe cognitive impairment. I am a calm presence and infuse my actions with kindness and...

Melissa P.

Hope, RI

$17-26/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Athena C.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid Available For You!!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey my names Athena I have worked with the elderly since I was 16 and also the special needs community I love working with both. I have experience with all different kinds of things and people. Dementia, Alzheimer's, Hoyer lifts, autism, behavioral problems, ETC CPR certified I do ADLS meal prep med administration and light...

Jordan P.

$13-15/hr

Willing To Work Part-Time

I am currently working at a school for Autistic Children In Jacksonville, FL as a Registered Behavior Technician. I do have a 3-year-old daughter who may or may not be with me if I am hired. Previous work history: Private Family: Nanny - Diagnoses of Child, Rhett Syndrome (6 years +) Pathways Strategic Teaching Centre:...

Athena C.

$17-30/hr • 6 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more

Deanna M.

Danielson, CT

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hands On And Empathetic Caregiver

Hands on and empathetic Caregiver who has 10 years experience. My main goal is to create an environment where everyone is comfortable and the caregiving is my main priority.

Nichole B.

$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

I Love Kids And Animals

I am I mom of 4 grown daughters and I been working with adults with special needs for over 25 years I'm looking for a job that I love

Nichole can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Athena C.

$15-20/hr

I have always enjoyed working with special needs adults and children. Since high school I worked in the classrooms. I am CPR first aid and map certified. I have worked in group homes with adults and children. I have worked with a variety of different disabilities & enjoy them all

Eva S.

$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

Over the past year I have worked as a Registered Behavior Technician with children of varying ages. I excel at maintaining child safety, promoting a fun and accepting environment, and teaching necessary life skills. Anyone who I have worked for/with can see that I make it my mission to bring 100% enthusiasm and love to my job...

Kalie C.

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Kalie. I was a direct support professional for about 5 years providing care to adults with disabilities before I took a new opportunity working in a doctors office. I've come to realize in the last month or so, that I miss being hands on and active throughout the day. I've always had such a passion for caring for...

Victoria H.

$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Victoria

I'd describe my personality as reliable, kind, and optimistic. I like working with kids/adults as a caregiver because this type of work brings so much joy and fulfillment into my life. I started working with kids when I got my first job as a direct support professional in 2018. In my spare time, I like to exercise, spend time...

Nichole B.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm Nichole and I'm 50 years old. I grew up with a brother with a disability so I was raised around Special Olympics and children with disabilities later went on to Work at perspectives and group homes and day programs and then took in a client to live with me for an SLA for the past six years, she recently moved back home with...

Jennifer S.

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp