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Allison Y.


Ulster Park, NY

$20-22/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Allison! Here's a little bit about what I'm experienced in; I've been an EMT since 2021 with well over 4, 000 diverse calls under my belt. I've got a lot of experience with special needs, elderly, dementia care, Alzheimer's care, etc.. I am very kind, laid back, responsible, and calm in all situations. I care...
Allison can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, respite care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Joycelyn, I have a lot of experience working with children in different contexts including children with special needs. This includes working with children with ASD and/ or mental health concerns. I started babysitting when I was 12 and continued through college. I have a Bachelor's degree in sociology with a minor in...
Joycelyn can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Leah P.


New Paltz, NY

$35-50/hr3 yrs exp

Behavioral Coach

As an autistic adult, I bring a uniquely empathetic perspective to the challenges that other autistic people face. Through a creative approach that changes with the needs of each individual, I find a way to connect & adapt that will best help each person connect with the world around them. I employ the use of art, music,...
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Shadene T.


Clintondale, NY

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Young Fun Direct Support Professional!

Hi new friend! The name is Shadene but I prefer to go by Shay. Ive worked as Direct Support Professional for 5 years. I've worked at New Horizons and Wrap Around Service where I've worked with individuals from ages 8 years old to 70 years old. What I love most about being a DSP is being able to put a smile someone's face and...
Hi! I'm a communication disorders student at SUNY New Paltz. For the last three years I've worked as a DSP- a one-on-one caregiver for people with special needs. Now that I'm in school, I'm looking for part-time babysitting gigs. I love playing games outside, exploring public libraries and museums, and learning new things. I'm...
Madeline can also help with: Carpooling
I have worked both in my own family and for others with a wide variety of special needs and disabilities. I actually helped my single mother raise my younger brother who suffered from disabilities since a very young age. I have work in home and in facilities with the elderly and disabled, with both short term rehabilitation or...
My name is Aley I am very outgoing. I love to work with people any age and help and support them with whatever needs they may need. I can assist with driving to and from, make meals and teach along the way!
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Patricia M.


Stone Ridge, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant, Gardening, And House Cleaning

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have run my own retreat center for years in up state NY I have been a personal assistant for many years Both in Austin and NY over the years I can help with a number of house managing or Personal assistant tasks I also worked in Hospice care for about 10 years
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Ryan H.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Professional & Special Needs Educator

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an energetic and compassionate professional with 11 years of both behavioral and ABA experience working with a wide range of developmental disabilities in various public and private care settings. 7 of those years I spent working at Anderson Center for Autism assisting individuals with Autism, ED, BD, Downs, and several...
5.0
"If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself...

Kyra S.

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James H.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My medical training began at Morristown Memorial Hospital (Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ) in 1973 as a medical-surgical technician. I have worked as a nursing assistant in Hawaii and Europe. In my more recent role, I provided long-term care to an individual who succumbed to a traumatic brain injury. My medical and...
James can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"James has been an excellent caregiver for my dad over the past 18 months. As the needs of our family changed, James demonstrated flexibility and creativity in helping us adapt to the changes. In the beginning, we need help just once a day a few times each week. At...

Melinda M.

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Kayla F.


Salt Point, NY

$28/hr7 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kayla. I'm 25 years old. I've been nannying professionally since I was 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I have experience will all ages of children, including infants as young as 4 weeks old. I currently nanny full time for a family in...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Wonderful sitter! Kind and thoughtful. Great with kids. Fun and easy to work with!"

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Deserine A.


Montgomery, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified nurses Aid, home health aid, personal care aid, companion, for 30 years. I am very passionate towards caring for the sick and elderly. I do have experience in caring for persons with vast area of illnesses, example, cancer patient, bedbound, Alzheimer, the elderly with memory problems , Paraplegic , wound care....
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Megan D.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA Certified

I have been in this field for 15 years. I am a CNA. I work with the elderly, mentally ill adults/ children, and children with disabilities. I can provide excellent references. What I love most about working in this field is being able to be a part of working with someone to reach the persons full potential. I am patient, soft...
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Eden C.


Kingston, NY

$16-22/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Teacher For Special Needs

Hello! I have worked for Advanced Therapy for a Summer Program and for an additional year last year. I worked 1:1 with children of all different needs in a small setting/childcare center; I am currently a Preschool Teacher in Saugerties New York and have a child of my own. I hope to help your child and your family! Thank you in...
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Debbie B.


Newburgh, NY

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Teacher Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as upbeat, optimistic, energetic I like working with kids because every kid deserves quality care. The care a child receives will allow them succeed in their adult life. I'm looking for a job that is flexible in terms of schedule. I started working with kids when I started working with the board...
5.0
"Debbie is motivated ..she’s dedicated very respectful..is not afraid of hard work"

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Katheryn C.


Woodstock, NY

$30-45/hr4 yrs exp

Attentive And Loving Sitter

I have a passion for learning, adventure, fun projects, children, animals, the outdoors, sustainable green practices, yoga, cooking, among many other things. I have much love and attention to give and thrive around inquisitive children, animals, and elders, as I enjoy learning new things together and sharing my knowledge with...
Katheryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"She is passionate, reliable and detailed "

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Stacy D.


Newburgh, NY

$20-29/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a child care provider for over 20 years. I am married live in the town of Newburgh and have 3 adult children. I have had many children in my home while raising my own, in the past few years I have had the pleasure to be involved families in their home. My past 2 jobs have been temporary and the previous job was for 3...
Stacy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Stacy has been our nanny for over a year. For my wife and I it is and was about "fit" and how she became apart of our everyday life. She really did an awesome job seeing how we parent our two kids. We have a 3 year old active, vibrant son and a 1.5 year old girl....

Melissa R.

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Whitneyfer A.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28-44/hr8 yrs exp

Creative Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.
Whitneyfer can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art projects with my little one. Truly amazing!"

Katherine F.

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Christine S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Christine was the only child care provider that we interviewed and we knew right at that time that we would hire her and that she would take care of our 2-month-old just like we would. The baby loves her and looks forward to when Christine comes to care for her....

Jim B.

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Julia B.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

4.0

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I worked for the ARC caring for individuals for developmental disabilities, however I have been in the healthcare field for 8 years now caring for typically elderly with dementia. I am deeply compassionate by nature and helping those in need is a reward for me.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in High Falls, NY

Ryan H.

5.0

If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself and plans great day trips for them -...

- Kyra S.

James H.

5.0

James has been an excellent caregiver for my dad over the past 18 months. As the needs of our family changed, James demonstrated flexibility and creativity in helping us adapt to the changes. In the beginning, we need help just once a day a few times each week. At the end, James often came to care...

- Melinda M.

Kayla F.

5.0

Kayla was on time, professional, and extremely sweet to our little boy. She texted hourly updates—a helpful thing for a new parent—and made our experience great.

- Care member

Debbie B.

5.0

Debbie is motivated ..she’s dedicated very respectful..is not afraid of hard work

- Care member

Katheryn C.

5.0

She is passionate, reliable and detailed

- Care member

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