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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Foster, RI

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Foster, RI

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Nichole B.


Coventry, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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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...
Hi I'm Jenn! I'm an accountant, and I've been taking are of kids for as long as I can remember! Including being a mother's helper before I was 13! I have several years experience babysitting including watching children of all ages (infants to teens) and with food sensitivities. I love being active outdoors, playing games, crafts...
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Kaitlin D.


Danielson, CT

$17-22/hr6 yrs exp

I have cared for kids of all ages including with special needs. I am compassionate and patient with children and families. I have a clean driving record and reliable vehicle. I am CPR, AED and first aid certified.
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jon B.


Coventry, RI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have experience working with more acute cases of special needs from working at Bradley Hospital, a facility for acute psychiatric adolescent services. Many of the patients I cared for had Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as various behavioral and sensory disorders. I have a passion for this type of care because of these...
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Leanne W.


Danielson, CT

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experiences Special Needs Professional

I formerly worked in a group home for adolescents with disabilities. This involved daily care including bathing assistance, getting ready for the day, putting them to bed, medication administration, etc. The adolescents in the home had a variety of impairments from down syndrome and cerebral palsy to autism and behavioral...
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Daniel W.


Jewett City, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Care Giver

5.0

(2)

I've been helping people with special needs for over 20 years. I feel I have a lot to offer seniors in that aspect. I've learned to cook for special diets and take care of personal care concerns.
Daniel can also help with: Respite care, home modification, personal care
5.0
"Dan is very personable and outgoing. He always puts the clients best interests first. He develops great relationships with the clients he works with. I recommend him!"

Victor C.

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Abigail E.


Providence, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Ready For All Tutor, Child, And Pet Needs!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Abigail! I'm a very energetic and outgoing person in between career jobs looking to be your go to for tutoring, child care, pet sitting, etc. I have a MS degree with tutoring experience, have been babysitting since I was 16, have working with kids with special needs, and love animals! For the last year, I have been...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Abigail was wonderful!! She was super outgoing, took to the kids right away, listened attentively to my instructions for the night, had everyone in bed on time, and made up fun games to play with the kids. She was everything I want in a sitter. I would definitely...

Jamie J.

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Chrystal B.


Providence, RI

$22-26/hr10 yrs exp

Hello Parents

4.3

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Moms & Dad's I'm currently seeking a new full time or part time childcare position. I've worked as a Nanny and BabyNurse for long over 15 years, am also a Certified Foster Parent with the state of Rhode Island. My hope is that I can find a great family, where I can offer safety, a peace of mind to your family & a helping...
Chrystal can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Chrystal nannies for my infant son. She is a dependable, nurturing and kind caregiver. My baby is happy and engaged in her care!"

Jocelyn K.

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

Leslie B.

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Neliy S.


Manville, RI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Neliy I been a CNA for 20 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. I have worked with children/disabled children and elders. I am a very outgoing person, High energy and positive.
5.0
"Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!"

Thomas K.

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Vondell B.


Cranston, RI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Available For Housekeeping, Meals, Errands, Companionship, Appointments Etc.

I have experience 8 years. I've worked with children with special need. I help out with anything that needs to be done. I'm a great cook and clean. The people I worked with I bathe, prepare meals, laundry, house work etc. I am currently the HR Director of a Homecare angency in Warwick, RI.
Vondell can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Vondell is a kind, hardworking, reliable women. She has a big heart, and treats everyone like family. All around great person. Highly recommend. "

Candice M.

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Savannah C.


Pomfret Center, CT

$18-45/hr9 yrs exp

Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative

Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :) I started working with children at a young...
Savannah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...

Chelsie F.

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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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Alana B.


Providence, RI

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

CNA/Special Needs/Childcare/Errands/Transportation/Housekeeping

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love caring for people, assisting in daily life activities, getting to try new things. My passion to do healthcare began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs for 17 years. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift system, senior care, Alzheimer, handicap, etc. Let me know what I can do for you, or your...
Alana can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"She is very patient, and pays close attention to small details."

Guicin G.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Part-time Caregiver

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...
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Robert F.


Canterbury, CT

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Caregiver, Available Immediately.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had four years of experience caring for elderly gentlemen. I worked for 2 families, one of which the gentleman had a great deal of special needs. George had a stroke and was physically handicapped and unable to walk or perform any ADL's on his own. I was available to him 24-7 for a period of two years until he passed...
Robert can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care
4.0
"Robert was available and very kind. He worked very well with my husband."

Ann N.

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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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Priscilla D.


Warwick, RI

$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 this experience and my educational background I charge a minimum of $25h. I am looking for summer time jobs, evenings, or weekends. If given enough notice I can work from 4:15-10p on week days....
Priscilla can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Priscilla is the one you want to hire. She checks all the boxes. Dependable, punctual, and a great communicator. It comforts me to know my three month old is in good hands. I will be hiring her again and again."

Taylor R.

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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: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care
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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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a 38-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: Companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!"

Kirsten K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Foster, RI

Daniel W.

5.0

Dan is very personable and outgoing. He always puts the clients best interests first. He develops great relationships with the clients he works with. I recommend him!

- Victor C.

Abigail E.

5.0

Abigail was communicative, patient, fearless, and very kind.

- Care member

Chrystal B.

4.0

Chrystal is extremely dependable. She was always so flexible with our chaotic schedule. When initially talking to her, she was well spoken and very responsive. I could always count on a tidy home when Chrystal was there. She is sweet and kind and would make a wonderful addition to any family.

- Care member

Daniel W.

5.0

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

- Leslie B.

Neliy S.

5.0

Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!

- Thomas K.

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