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Abigail B.


Harrisville, RI

$16-50/hr2 yrs exp

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I have plenty of experience working with children as I took a pathway on early childhood education in high school! I have experience in babysitting children with special needs and disabilities! I also have worked with children in professional settings from preschool ages up to middle school. I am CPR trained, Babysitting...
Abigail can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Barbara J.


Blackstone, MA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a nursing assistant, I have been working as a CNA since 2006. I enjoyed working with people in needs and makes me feel good when I help some one who specially need help.
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Barbara applies exceptional skills along with genuine compassion that has brought great relief to my family."

Ken C.

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Stephanie C.


Manville, RI

$15-20/hr

Responsible, Reliable And Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a Stay at home mom to a young boy who will be attending school I have free time during the week to be a companion and to help out with whatever needs you may have. My strong points are that I am reliable, responsible and honest. I am also a caring person who loves helping others. I am a natural listener and I love to learn...
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Nancy L.


Uxbridge, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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...
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Karen L.


Chepachet, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

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: Dementia, personal care
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.

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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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kim was the best! She was incredibly helpful for us while we adjusted to being new parents. She took amazing care of our son and provided so much knowledge to us that we otherwise wouldn't have had. She was so caring and always had a positive and warm demeanor. We...

Maggie K.

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Neliy S.


Manville, RI

$20-25/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.

Hello, I like making the client's or resident's day a more pleasant one. While working with seniors and people with developmental disabilities you have to assist them with tasks, often called activities of daily living (adl's), which are essential for everyday life. It's rewarding for me to assist someone with these tasks...
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Katie F.


Mapleville, RI

$22-50/hr1 yrs exp

I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My calm and patient demeanor allows me to create a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and play. I have a creative and imaginative approach to childcare, making each day an adventure filled with fun...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kerri B.


Woonsocket, RI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Honest. Patient

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kerri and I have been a full-time nanny for almost four years now. I absolutely love being a part of these little ones lives and helping to do my best to watch them Thrive and reach all of their milestones It's important to me to do everything I can to ease mom and dad with allowing someone to be in their lives...
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Chelsea B.


Thompson, CT

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs

Experienced speech therapist here. I enjoy bringing my love for teaching into people's homes. I have 8 years experience with extensive disabilities. I am very reliable, creative, and energetic ! Looking forward to bringing these skills into someone's home !
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Krystal F.


Millville, MA

$28-40/hr7 yrs exp

Hi there ! My name is Krystal and I am looking to help a family in need to relieve some stress . I have 7 years of experience! I have a 7-year-old daughter who is special needs and has holoprosencephaly , cvi , non verbal , in a wheelchair . I'm very caring , loving and nurturing . I also know exactly what your going through and...
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Samantha C.


Woonsocket, RI

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

I have been caring for children for 10+ years. I have experience with newborns, multiples, special needs as well as caring for a large group of children in varying ages.
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Barbara J.


Blackstone, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Barbara have been in the healthcare system for over 18 years I'm very Compassionate and love what I do.
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Hannah M.


Woonsocket, RI

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With Lots Of Experience!

I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Laundry and light housekeeping. I have experience with working in a daycare for 4 years and I am one of five siblings, one being special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified.
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I have worked babysitting and professionally with kids. I love to read and do anything creative. I have an associates degree, where I took many pediatric courses. I have a lot of experience with individuals who are medically fragile, have special needs and behavioral difficulties. I have a background in education and I love to...
Kassandra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

My name is Mamadou, I have been a registered nurse for over a year, however I was a Licensed practical nurse for 5 years before going for my RN. I have been working in healthcare for about 20 years. I started out first as a CNA, then a Medication tech. I also did hospice and home care. The reason I picked these for my career is...
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...
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Melissa B.


North Smithfield, RI

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Loves Children

Hello, I'm a Registered Nurse for over 15 years. I have worked in many capacities in the medical world, including the ER, done pedi-home care, and worked at Hospital. CPR certified. I have taken care of children with CP, autism, blindness, seizure disorders, and cancer. I am a family oriented person. I love children. I love to...

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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great caregiver, attentive, reliable and kind. "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harrisville, RI

Barbara J.

5.0

Barbara applies exceptional skills along with genuine compassion that has brought great relief to my family.

- Ken C.

Karen L.

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 during a very stressful time. I highly...

- Joyce T.

Kimberly S.

5.0

Kim was the best! She was incredibly helpful for us while we adjusted to being new parents. She took amazing care of our son and provided so much knowledge to us that we otherwise wouldn't have had. She was so caring and always had a positive and warm demeanor. We couldn't recommend her more, our...

- Maggie K.

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.

Michelle M.

5.0

Great caregiver, attentive, reliable and kind.

- Care member

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