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Special needs caregivers in Haverstraw, NY

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Jennifer V.


Haverstraw, NY

$16-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

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I have a special need daughter, she have helped me gain a lot of knowledge in caring for a special needs child. She is Trached and have a G tube to feed along with other neurological disorders. I am a very patient person and loving always with a smile, I give the same treatment I would like for other to give my daughter. I...
I'm a very nice young lady, kindness with my all patients I'm take care and take them as my grandparents.
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Michelle M.


Buchanan, NY

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
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Rosalys T.


Tarrytown, NY

$25-32/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My passion for nurturing young minds and my previous babysitting experience led me to become a nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience. My patient and creative nature allows me to connect with children, fostering an environment where they can learn, grow, and have fun. I maintain open communication with...
Rosalys can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"She is a person with great values Every time I leave my kid with her I know he will be safe and well care."

Belen Q.

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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
Susan can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Carolyn C.


Tarrytown, NY

$51/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Full-Time Position Job In Baby Sitting/Elder Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Carolyn. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant (CNA/GNA), with over 10 years of nanny/babysitting, elderly care experience , Housekeeping Supervisor, special needs children. I have worked with children of all ages from newborn, twins to teens. I am very responsible, caring, loving,...
Carolyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Lauren M.


Montrose, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience Special Needs Caretaker With A Bachelors In Behavioral Science

Hello, I am an energetic, outgoing, friendly, and compassionate person who enjoys working with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults. I have worked as an in-home respite worker for individuals with Autism and other special needs. I have multiple years of experience working as a special education teacher assistant and...
5.0
"Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any...

Christina D.

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Grace S.


Ossining, NY

$36-49/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full/part Time Care Giver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I started working caring for children at a local family daycare as an assistant provider about 9 years ago. After the second year, the daycare closed and I decided to open my own daycare. One of my goals was to teach the kids Spanish as a second language, that was my biggest accomplishment. Also, I worked on my program with a...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The...

Leilani D.

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Stephanie B.


Tarrytown, NY

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, I am a 27-year-old grad student who is aspiring to become an occupational therapist. I have a bachelor's degree in social sciences (focused in psychology) and most of my OT master's program completed. I have worked with children between the ages on 6 mos. and 12 yrs. I used to work at Vision Fitness in the daycare...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire her, but I think she would be a great sitter for the right family. "

Kavita A.

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Anita P.


Ossining, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Have The Ability To Make A Difference In Lives

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very patient individual with many years of nursing homes, hospitals, and home care experience. some of my experiences are as follows: colostomy care, trachea care, Parkinson, administering enema, monitoring vitals signs, and some heavy lifting. i. can operate a hoyer, and overhead lift if I am not familiar with your...
Anita can also help with: Hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Work ethic excellent. Very caring, professional. Very detailed oriented. She is Consistent with the care she gives. My husband smiles whenever she comes and responds to her kindness"

Gayle M.

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Brittney S.


Briarcliff Manor, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Brittney S From NY

Hi my name is Brittney! I am a senior care provider. I am a graduated practical nurse who is a very reliable, patient, and caring person who has 10 years of experience caring for others. I have experience working with ADHD, multiple sclerosis, stroke, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, dementia & diabetes cases. I have worked with...
5.0
"I highly recommend Brittney as a home health aide for your service. Since August, 2014 until her move, she has helped my mother, Rose tremendously, showing great care and compassion as well as professionalism. My mother had Multiple Sclerosis, along with the...

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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$24/hr • 2 yrs exp

I've always been passionate about helping children learn and grow, which is why I became a childcare provider. I have 2 years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I'm comfortable caring for up to 2 children at a time. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing outdoor sports, board games, and puzzles with...
Susan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is very kind, punctual, and hard working. If you hire Susan, you will feel that you are not hiring a stranger but a friend that is how warm her personality is. A highly recommend her."

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Rochel L.


West Nyack, NY

$16-32/hr • 4 yrs exp

Babysitter

My name is Rochel and I love children! I have been working with children for a bunch of years now. Currently I work in a pediatric Dentist office as a hygienist that specializes in children and special needs. I love connecting with kids and sharing experiences with them. I am great with babysitting and other house chores as...
Rochel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lauréline E.


New City, NY

$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am willing to teach the children my original language ( French) . Or give them painting lessons as I am minoring in fine arts . I am able to cook and adapt my cooking to peoples preferences of food . as I have mainly taken care of children in this past year , I love playing, reading and doing lots of fun and creative...
Lauréline can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Bonnie S.


Tomkins Cove, NY

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hi! I'm glad you're looking at my profile because I have a lot of experience and education. My paid experience is working primarily with people with special needs, spanning from infancy to very old age. I raised my own daughter who has down syndrome and is now doing very well. I helped take care of my mother who had dementia and...
Bonnie can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services
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Jayden B.


Garnerville, NY

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello parents my name is Jayden I've been working with kids since u was 16 and I'm now 20. I was previously working as a daycare assistant now I work as a teachers aide with special needs toddlers. I'm CPR certified and have my license/car . My rates start at 17 an hour , depends on how many kids and what your requesting .
Jayden can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Hello. My name is Esther and I am a single reliable caregiver . I've worked worked with the elderly, special needs and children. I am reliable with a car. I have a few certifications and mostly exp. looking for a stable position from 8-3 every day..
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Kristen Z.


Croton on Hudson, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

In Home Child Care

I am a caring and patient Nanny with Excellent references. I have worked with newborns - pre-teens, including special needs children. I am CPR/first aid certified, hold my CDA for infants/toddlers and an associates from Johnson and wales university. English speaking, non smoker, clean driving record.
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Michele R.


Suffern, NY

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Exceptional Caregiver -

Mother of young adult children who wants to ease the burden of all your "motherly" tasks, from education, child rearing, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, cooking, errands and more... Experience with TWINS and SPECIAL NEEDS. Friendly, energetic, well spoken and mannered, great communication and people skills. Very...
Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Haverstraw, NY

Rosalys T.

5.0

She is a person with great values Every time I leave my kid with her I know he will be safe and well care.

- Belen Q.

Susan D.

5.0

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

- Care member

Lauren M.

5.0

Lauren is a compassionate, gentle, and nurturing caretaker. Few people can rival her big heart and understanding for people of all abilities. Lauren works hard to know the intricacies of the individuals she works with, and will make an excellent addition to any family.

- Christina D.

Grace S.

5.0

Grace is incredibly easy to work with and wonderful with children. We were a hot mess when she started with us. Grace came in and just started taking care of the baby, worked and talked with me about my concerns and fears and helped us get a routine going. The baby thrived under her care and I was...

- Leilani D.

Stephanie B.

5.0

I interviewed Stephanie and she was wonderful - responsive, punctual and great interaction with my child. Her needs did not meet ours so I did not hire her, but I think she would be a great sitter for the right family.

- Kavita A.

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