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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 March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Foster, RI

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Ana A.


Pawtucket, RI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Ana How May I Help

5.0

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I've been a CNA for a little over 8 years now and I love what I do ! I've worked in nursing homes, assisted living memory care facilities , and also private care one-on-one . I'm look forward to hearing from you ! I m here to help any way that I can. Feel free to ask me for my resume or any other questions
5.0
"Ana is very attentive and clean. My boys absolutely loved her. My 2 year old has issues with being aggressive and listening but she handles him well. I wish I would've found her sooner! She cooks and provides them with healthy meals and always finds ways to...

Kayla D.

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Virginia E.


Webster, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/friend

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: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, personal care & 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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Shantell G.


Warwick, RI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiving Professional With A

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 29 years old, I have had a few care jobs in my lifetime. I love to out help others, especially those whom are elderly or individuals with special needs. Currently I am direct support professional, something I find very rewarding! In the past, I've worked with a 76-year-old man who had a spinal injury, extremely limited...
5.0
"Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate "

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Michelle F.


Johnston, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Nanny With 10+ Years Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Michelle and this is my twelvth year taking care of children. What started as babysitting on date nights for some of my high school teachers has blossomed into a decade of caring for children for several families across the state of Rhode Island. From after-school pick up, full-time nannying, and weekend date...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"It is with great pleasure that we recommend Michelle F. as a caregiver. She watched our one-year-old son frequently from 2018 onward. Michelle is always punctual, responsive to calls and text messages &wonderfully engaging with our toddler. She is intelligent,...

Christine D.

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Rachel D.


Warwick, RI

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am writing to apply for the position of Personal Caregiver. As a compassionate and capable individual with more than 7 years of experience providing transportation and assistance to individuals with a variety of needs, I am confident that I am the ideal candidate for the role. I enjoy working with people, and I enjoy...
5.0
"That she is a very good caring person!"

Dora H.

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Maria M.


Warwick, RI

$28/hr18 yrs exp

Looking for my next full time nanny position ,

Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Maria , I'm from Dominican Republic and I've been nanny for 18 years, I have experienced taking care of babies from newborn to teenagers , twins, multiple, special needs and behavior attention as well . I have my certificate in Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED clean driving record. I have my own...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maria is amazing! She is fantastic with kids and she cleans. Would definitely hire her again if she was available!"

Natalie H.

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Susan H.


Brooklyn, CT

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Engaging, Trustworthy Babysitter Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting at 11 years old for neighbors' kids. I was a camp counselor and a lifeguard in my teens. I love doing craft projects and reading. I raised 2 boys and have a 6-year-old grandson and 2 granddaughters who are my heart and soul. I have a Bachelor's degree from Sacred Heart University. I love cats and dogs. I am...
Susan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We initially reached out to Susan to inquire if she would be interested in providing childcare for our two sons (then 2 month olds and almost three years old). We met Susan at the park and she immediately got down and dirty in the sandbox with our truck loving...

Courtney Z.

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Astrid C.


Central Falls, RI

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/ Babysitter /Date Night

4.0

(8)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

A well-mannered, articulate, and responsible nanny, with great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. A confident child career who is emotionally mature and possess high energy levels and an ability to develop close relationships with both children and families. Possessing excellent communication...
Astrid can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Astrid was great ! Super caring and friendly, she is amazing with my kids and my dogs I have been using her for years ! She is very dependable and loving ! The best of the best"

Jacqueline C.

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Liz S.


Warwick, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...
Liz can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Liz is a is a caring and very helpful CNA . I had broken my elbow and pelvic . She took care of me and would drive to Dr’s. I would definitely recommend her. Liz is indefinitely a great CNA"

Care member

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jennifer is punctual, dependable, caring, and attentive. She is very compassionate and always puts the needs of others in front of her own."

Aaron L.

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Kimberly S.


Pascoag, RI

$30-45/hr3 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

My name is Kim, and I am a 39-year-old nanny and household manager living in Pascoag, RI. With over a decade of experience, I've worked with four long-term families and Care. com's Backup Care program. I specialize in caring for multiples and have experience with children from infancy to age 12. I'm also the head coordinator of...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I'm a first time mom and have hired Kim from the first day we got home from the hospital to do overnights with my newborn. Not only is she always 15 minutes early, she has gotten my baby to sleep 4-5 hour stretches during the night at 3-4 weeks old. Has showed me...

Stephanie P.

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Lacy A.


Jewett City, CT

$17-21/hr

Friendly Disposition

I work at an Elementary with special needs students. I can be prepared for whatever mood they may have with hopes it may change. I am very kind and caring and take pride in doing a good job with any employment I have had.
Lacy can also help with: Companionship, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
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Sofia R.


Warwick, RI

$19-39/hr2 yrs exp

I've been taking care of those for special needs and disabilities for years. I was also a caretaker for my grandmother with dementia for 4+ years. I love creating bond, making sure their quality of life is fulfilling, and giving the best service I can. Message me !
Sofia can also help with: Respite care, transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
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Denise G.


Providence, RI

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Caregiver With 10 Years Of Experience

Every human being deserves the opportunity to live their life with dignity and proper care. Sometimes that requires assistance from others. Many seniors and other individuals with special needs are isolated and having a personal aide can be a bridge to combating isolation and loneliness. I started caring for others 10 years ago...
Denise can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, home modification, respite care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Aisha R.


Riverside, RI

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse And Experienced Babysitter

Registered Nurse with 10+ years experience in the field. 10+ years of experience in caring for infants and children of all ages including those with special needs and developmental disabilities
Aisha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

An energetic, patient, caring individual who has approximately 10 years of experience taking care of children. I have 6 nieces/nephews of my own and have assisted in watching them since they stepped foot out of the hospital! I am also a Behavioral Health Specialist, working with kids with special needs. Went to college for...
Saythong can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Johnette M.


Providence, RI

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Joyful Johnette

Hi there! My name is Johnette (Joyful Johnette or JJ). I have over five years of experience working in childcare, mental/behavioral health and social work field. I worked and supported many patients or clients in environments such as hospitals, schools and residential, home settings. I absolutely love what I do and I would not...
Johnette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have been working with children for 10 years now. I went from babysitting/nannying to daycare to now working in the school system part time as a physical therapist assistant. I have experience with special needs children and medically compromised. I am hoping to find part time hours throughout the week.
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi There, My name is Lizz and I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I started off my education career as a camp counselor for the YMCA, from there I worked at numerous daycares and preschools. I recieved my bachelor's degree from Worcester State University in 2016 for Early Childhood Education with a minor in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Foster, RI

Ana A.

5.0

Ana is very attentive and clean. My boys absolutely loved her. My 2 year old has issues with being aggressive and listening but she handles him well. I wish I would've found her sooner! She cooks and provides them with healthy meals and always finds ways to incorporate learning. She is a friendly...

- Kayla D.

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.

Shantell G.

5.0

Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate

- Care member

Michelle F.

5.0

It is with great pleasure that we recommend Michelle F. as a caregiver. She watched our one-year-old son frequently from 2018 onward. Michelle is always punctual, responsive to calls and text messages &wonderfully engaging with our toddler. She is intelligent, warm and has a myriad of experience...

- Christine D.

Rachel D.

5.0

That she is a very good caring person!

- Dora H.

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