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Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was…
Review for Jennifer B. by Kirsten K.
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!
Review for Michele H. by Debra B.
Vondell is a kind, hardworking, reliable women. She has a big heart, and treats everyone like family. All around great person. Highly…
Review for Vondell B. by Candice M.
Special needs caregivers in Hope, RI
Melissa P.
Hope, RI
$17-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(1)
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: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!"
Kirsten K.
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: Respite care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
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.
Vondell B.
Cranston, RI
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
Available For Housekeeping, Meals, Errands, Companionship, Appointments Etc.
5.0
(1)
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: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & 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.
Leslie H.
Warwick, RI
$20-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(2)
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: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning
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.
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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(2)
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
"Jackie Has cared for my son for a couple of years now. He is significantly disabled She's always been amazing with him, she redirects and distracts him if she see a potential problematic behavior coming. When he does have a meltdown Jackie handles it in a calm...
Care member
Ashley J.
Coventry, RI
$20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 9 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I also have 2 years (professional) experience with children with varying special needs, though my experience surpasses such. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Ashley was our nanny during the 2022-23 school year and she was fantastic. She was extremely reliable, great with the kids (ages 8 and 6), and professional. We would hire her in an instant and highly recommend her if you're looking for a nanny or a one-time...
Steven C.
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.
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: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her"
Sarah B.
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
(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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kiah has been an excellent nanny for my 5 month old. She is very punctual and dependable and has also been able to be flexible with hours. She is very conscientious and attends to detail, as I leave a lot of instructions! My baby loves to play with Kiah, and she is...
Becca L.
5.0
(1)
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...
Nichole B.
Coventry, RI
$20-30/hr
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: Live-in home care, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jennifer S.
North Scituate, RI
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
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...
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: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, transportation
Rebecca P.
North Providence, RI
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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:
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HelIo! My name is Robyn. I am 62 years young and love working with families and children! I majored in elementary/minor in special education. Now living in East Greenwich, RI. I've worked with a Care. com family for 7 years in Gettysburg, PA. I've worked as a Director of Day Program for adults with disabilities. I've been a...
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