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Jennifer R.


Ruby, NY

$10-15/hr

Experienced Care Giver

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I have experience as a Teacher's Assistant teaching toddlers in a N. Y. State Listened Child Care Center. This summer I was a full time nanny, 5 days a week for two girls ages 6 and 11. I'm certified in Standard First Aid by the American Red Cross. I'm certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR by the American Red Cross. I own my...
I am very kind, laid back, responsible, and calm in all situations. I care about every patient or family, special needs, I work with and am flexible with my schedule. I do 24 hour emergency calls for anything you may need. When I work for you I treat your family like my family. Thank you so much! I really hope you'll consider me...
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Erika H.


Bearsville, NY

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

ENRICHMENT ARTS & NATURE FOCUSED CARE

A strong commitment to being present and providing quality care. Empathy, patience, kindness and respect. Encourage & guide children on outdoor activities such as Nature walks & exploratory interactive games. Provide guidance & teachings w/Indoor art activities.
I have always had a love for teaching and caring for others. I have helped my grandmother with my uncle with special needs for as long as I can remember. I have worked for the past 3 years and have loved every minute of it. I have been able to help and watch people grow into even more incredible people than they were before I...
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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, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
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James H.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

SPECIAL NEEDS PROVIDER

Since June 2019 to October 2020, I have been providing weekly elder care (bathing and dressing, transportation) to a man who suffered from traumatic brain injury. In the past, my medical employments have included the complete care for two quadriplegic males and an elderly man who had a colostomy procedure.
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Eden C.


Kingston, NY

$15-22/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Teacher For Special Needs

5.0

(2)

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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Amber P.


Chichester, NY

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey, my name is Amber! I am 27 and have a daughter who will be two in June. I work for Anderson Center for Autism and have been in the human services field for about seven years. I was drug tested and had a background check prior to my hire at Anderson and am going to update my care profile with that information shortly. I am...
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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23. I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
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Joycelyn N.


Highland, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked primarily with children and teens with mental health disorders. I also have experience babysitting children and teens with Sensory Processing Disorder and Aspergers and have worked with many children on the Autism spectrum. I really love working with kids and it is very rewarding to see what they are able to...
5.0
"Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for...

Abiola G.

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Emma L.


Mount Tremper, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking For A Sweet Family To Support This Summer!

-Over 20 years of childcare experience infants-young teens. -Theatre, Art, Outdoors Skills, and Swimming Teacher -CPR certified -Experienced Lifeguard -Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education with Special Ed. -Reggio Emilia Inspired -Experienced Travel Nanny -Healthy Food -Comfortable with Pets -Driver Exploration, Child...
Emma can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emma is a very smart and highly creative individual. She has tremendous respect and empathy for children which allows for wonderful communication and exchange. She has majored in and continues to study early childhood development and education. She is passionate...

Bonnie L.

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Julia W.


New Paltz, NY

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Easy-going And Patient Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a 27-year-old early childhood education major. I've been working with children since I was 14, including babysitting, assistant directing children's theater productions, working with children with special needs, and teaching preschool in a federal building, which involves a high-security clearance. Most recently, I've...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Julia is by far the best child caretaker that we have ever had (or honestly could ever hope to have). She is creative, positive, and so loving to our children. We wish we could keep her forever!"

Cait And Manny V.

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Michelle T.


Gardiner, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver & Concierge

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

A compassionate and experienced caregiver and community volunteer, I can assist you, a family member or friend with in-home care & companionship, light housework, bathing, med sorts, and meal prep. I can also help with transportation/errands, maintaining appointment calendars (PT/OT, Hospice), hiring & managing additional staff...
Michelle can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Michelle took care of my Mom and assisted her with showering, meal prep and light housekeeping. She also visited with Mom which was very helpful, my Mom enjoyed talking with her. She was reliable and took good care of Mom right up until she was hospitalized and...

Mary V.

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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder. I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
Cindy can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with...

Carolyn G.

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Sienna T.


Highland, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Bubbly Sitter; Ready For Anything

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sienna but most call me Cece! People would describe me as personable and bubbly. I love to bake cakes, do fun crafts, and go to museums with kiddos! I have 6 years of professional childcare experience. I have worked with many different types of kids including those with special needs. I can help with light...
Sienna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sienna was a wonderful babysitter for our 2 year old daughter. We were in town for a wedding, and our daughter quickly warmed up to her. Sienna helped with dinner and our toddler's bedtime routine. Very grateful for the help - thanks for everything Sienna!"

Amy R.

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Michelle T.


Gardiner, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Concierge

A compassionate, experienced mother, caregiver & community volunteer, I can assist with childcare, light housework/laundry, and meal prep. I can also assist with transportation/carpools and errands. I left my job as a department director to be a stay-at-home mom; I ran a daycare from my home for four years, teaching,...
Michelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Michelle joined on as care for my parents in late 2021, I found her on Care.com she was finishing care for a family and looking for another family to take on. She was mostly hired to help with my father but quickly we learned my mother wasn't well either. She...

Corinne C.

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Shantoy R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-30/hr6 yrs exp

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children who also has special needs and know how to take good care of them
Shantoy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Brenda G.


Saugerties, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Warm And Charismatic Caregiver Looking To Help!

I don't have specific Senior Care experience, but have provided care for children in various capacities including nanny for 10 years in addition to roles as companion to teens with special needs and house manager to a special needs family.
Brenda can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship
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Claudia B.


New Paltz, NY

$23-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Claudia, I'm 29 years old and I live in New Paltz. I'm caring, honest, patient, reliable and will provide exceptional care for your child/children. My childcare experience expands across all age groups, including special needs. I look forward to meeting you!
Claudia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Terri M.


Red Hook, NY

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

I have experience working as an RN in homecare supervising cna's, working in urgent care, working at a preschool and special needs school, working in the psychiatric unit of a local hospital, and teaching a medication course to direct care workers who work with differently abled adults in group homes. Personally I have...
Terri can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hurley, NY

Joycelyn N.

5.0

Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for my son like going to the library...

- Abiola G.

Emma L.

5.0

Emma is kind, compassionate, creative, and dedicated. My son loves her so much and she is a truly magical caregiver!

- Kara B.

Julia W.

5.0

Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our daughter loves Julia and we're very sad to no longer be working with her. She was very communicative and despite a long commute, was very punctual...

- Claire K.

Michelle T.

5.0

Michelle took care of my Mom and assisted her with showering, meal prep and light housekeeping. She also visited with Mom which was very helpful, my Mom enjoyed talking with her. She was reliable and took good care of Mom right up until she was hospitalized and passed away. Terri

- Mary V.

Cindy H.

5.0

I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with requests from a therapist such as...

- Carolyn G.

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