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Melissa P.


Hope, RI

$17-26/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with children for most of my adult life. I am a mom to 3 adult sons. As a nurse I have worked with a wide range of children with special needs. I am also a proud much older sister to five younger siblings and absolutely considered the favorite auntie to over 10 little ones!
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Michele H.


Cranston, RI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Caring PCA

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My life work has focuses on providing care to elders and those with special needs. My experience includes working primarily in home care settings. Clients I have worked with have a variety of needs including; assistance with transfers, general housekeeping, personal care and companionship. Primarily I have worked with...
Michele can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!"

Debra B.

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Vondell B.


Cranston, RI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Available For Housekeeping, Meals, Errands, Companionship, Appointments Etc.

I have experience 8 years. I've worked with children with special need. I help out with anything that needs to be done. I'm a great cook and clean. The people I worked with I bathe, prepare meals, laundry, house work etc. I am currently the HR Director of a Homecare angency in Warwick, RI.
Vondell can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Vondell is a kind, hardworking, reliable women. She has a big heart, and treats everyone like family. All around great person. Highly recommend. "

Candice M.

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Brittany W.


North Scituate, RI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Registered Nurse Looking To Be Your Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi There! My name is Brittany. I am a Registered Nurse who has 10+ years of childcare experience and am certified in CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. I have managed care for up to 6 children at one time and have significant experience with newborns and children with special needs. I am caring, loving, athletic, creative,...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Brittany was really helpful as a sitter when our son was first born. She has a lot of infant and night nurse experience and knew how to help instill a bedtime routine, calm him down, and take care of him for us during date nights! "

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Leslie H.


Warwick, RI

$20-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

Linda W.

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Denise L.


Foster, RI

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Devoted Care-giver By Nature

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Denise. I began my care-taking career by taking care of my father, a disabled Korean war vet with PTSD. Years later my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and diabetes. I treasured caring for her until the end of her journey. I also raised three children with special needs. Through these experiences I realized...
Denise can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia
5.0
"I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List" of the best of the best. She has a giving, warm personality, sense of humor and comfort with elders. My mom...

Lori S.

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Jackie F.


North Scituate, RI

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, seizure disorder, and also have experience with care of elderly with dementia. I have administered medication, helped with bathing and changing, I can also prepare meals, low sodium, low sugar, whatever is needed. I will provide the best care for you or...
5.0
"We hired Jackie to watch our 4 month old daughter for the month of February Monday- Friday 8:30-5:30. She was wonderful! She was so loving and engaged with our daughter. She was excellent with keeping her on a schedule, feedings, changing and nap time. We also...

Catherine A.

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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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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her"

Sarah B.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Part-time Caregiver

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...
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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am licensed practical nurse. I have many years of experience as a CNA, caregiver/personal aide. 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...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

Medical Equipment Experience

I grow up a brother special needs. I spent many years around children with disabilities and Special Olympics. I later went on to work at perspectives for 15 years taking care of adults with disabilities after I had an adult with disability living with me for six years I also took care of a 91-year-old woman with dementia living...
Nichole can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, transportation, errands & more
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Isabel D.


Providence, RI

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Pet Sitter

Hello! My name is Isabel. I am 31 years old and I grew up in RI. I work full-time as a speech therapist and I am seeking part-time employment. I have been caring for children of all ages and abilities since I was 16 years old. I am happy to discuss my experience with the special needs community in further detail if you are...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi I'm Jenn! I'm an accountant, and I've been taking are of kids for as long as I can remember! Including being a mother's helper before I was 13! I have several years experience babysitting including watching children of all ages (infants to teens) and with food sensitivities. I love being active outdoors, playing games, crafts...
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Niya C.


Johnston, RI

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

I started my experience with children who have special needs at the Groden School. I was working with students who had autism and were non-verbal. I have also worked closely with a student who has cerebral palsy and primarily uses a wheel chair.
I started babysitting when I was 13 years old when a new family moved in next door with their 2 young daughters (9mo and 1yr). I babysat them until the family moved away four years later. After that, I was a full time nanny for a family with 3 amazing children (4, 8 & 12) for about a year where I was able to get some experience...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Barbara O.


Warwick, RI

$15-22/hr4 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hello, My name is Barbara. I have had experiences most of my life caring for others. I grew up helping with my special needs brother Michael who is truly awesome. I am a mother of two grown adults. I cared for my husband for three years who had a very aggressive cancer. I have recently worked with a lovely gentlemen in his late...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Angelica A.


Providence, RI

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Hospice Services. I can also do care for special needs and disabilities.
Angelica can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CNA

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Kalie C.


Coventry, RI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Kalie. I was a direct support professional for about 5 years providing care to adults with disabilities before I took a new opportunity working in a doctors office. I've come to realize in the last month or so, that I miss being hands on and active throughout the day. I've always had such a passion for caring for...
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Danielle B.


Warwick, RI

$18-21/hr3 yrs exp

I've worked for perspectives corporation on and off for about 3 years, working with adults that have disabilities became something I love doing. I love being able to make a difference in someone's life

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hope, RI

Michele H.

5.0

Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!

- Debra B.

Vondell B.

5.0

Vondell is a kind, hardworking, reliable women. She has a big heart, and treats everyone like family. All around great person. Highly recommend.

- Candice M.

Brittany W.

5.0

Brittany was really helpful as a sitter when our son was first born. She has a lot of infant and night nurse experience and knew how to help instill a bedtime routine, calm him down, and take care of him for us during date nights!

- Care member

Leslie H.

5.0

She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around.

- Linda W.

Denise L.

5.0

I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List" of the best of the best. She has a giving, warm personality, sense of humor and comfort with elders. My mom loves being around her. And she's...

- Lori S.

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