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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Foster, RI
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Foster, RI
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Kiah and I am a Registered Nurse with a Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing. I currently work at a children's hospital, but I have used Care. com throughout high school and college and have cared for 10+ families, as young as 4 months to 16 years old, throughout this time. I would still love to use this to...
Kiah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She responded immediately to a last minute fill in request. When she met my kids, my 1 year old was so comfortable with her, she climbed in her lap and just hugged her for the longest time!!! Very unusual for my kiddo. The day she took care of my kids, she was...
Joni C.
Nancy L.
Uxbridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my Name is Nancy!
I have over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborn to teen. I have years of professional in center experience as an EEC certified infant/toddler and Preschool teacher as well as a Nanny. I homeschooled my own children for many years also. I have experience with multiples, preemies, and...
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(4)
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: Dementia, errands, meal prep, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning & 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.
5.0
(1)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
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.
Rachel D.
Warwick, RI
$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
4.9
(31)
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Maria was amazing! We were visiting Newport for a wedding and Maria watched my 6 month old as well as my friend’s 13 month old. Managing two babies is no easy task and Maria was incredible with them. It was so nice being able to enjoy the wedding and feel confident...
Care member
Michelle M.
Woonsocket, RI
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
From 2010 to 2017 I was professionally working with children in a childcare setting. I worked at the YMCA and also ran my own program as a Site Coordinator for Connecting for Children and Families. I specialized in special needs working with many disables, from ADHD to severe nonverbal autism. I left my position as site...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great caregiver, attentive, reliable and kind. "
Care member
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was awesome! My son J is 4 years old and connected with Astrid, she is trustworthy, sweet caring, and a reliable person, she's good with kids. My son can be hard to connect with but she's great. I would love to take her with us for every trip we make. Thank you...
Jackie S.
5.0
(2)
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: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
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
5.0
(2)
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, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her"
Sarah B.
Rachel D.
Warwick, RI
$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers and special needs children. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"It has been such a huge relief finding Rachel on this site to pickup our son from his charter school and being him home about 45 minutes away. She has a great personality and a positive attitude, responds quickly to messages, takes the job seriously, and arrives...
Scott H.
5.0
(7)
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kim is amazing. She is punctual, creative and always puts the child’s needs and well-being first. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Priscilla. I have a degree in Special Education. I have experience in behavior support and also cognitive disabilities. I am able to provide excellent care and have many references for this type of service.
I have experience with special needs children and also adults. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Debbie and I have over 20 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with psychiatric disorders, and those with autism. I currently work part time for the J Arthur Trudeau Center with 5 developmentally disabled men in a group home setting. I am responsible for medication...
5.0
"Wonderful caregiver. Would certainly rehire."
Thomas K.
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, errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Sofia R.
Warwick, RI
$19-39/hr • 2 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: Dementia, errands, respite care, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Lynn S.
West Warwick, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Foster, RI
Kiah M.
5.0
She responded immediately to a last minute fill in request. When she met my kids, my 1 year old was so comfortable with her, she climbed in her lap and just hugged her for the longest time!!! Very unusual for my kiddo. The day she took care of my kids, she was amazing. She got the kids to eat all...
- Joni C.
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.
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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