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Jenelismar R.


Holyoke, MA

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Currently work in a school, love playing with the children! I used to work in inhome therapy for autism children. Watching them grow, accomplish things their parents thought they couldn't accomplish I loved seeing the smiles on their faces and the joy. I love being able to help !
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Alexandra R.


Longmeadow, MA

$18-22/hr7 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Special education teacher with a degree in severe special education with a concentration in autism.

Patricia G.


Holyoke, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced CNA,HHA, Para-professional. Love My Work

Hi! My name is Patti, and have been a CNA for 25+ years with a focus on home health aid work for the last 15 years. My experience as a home health aid has been focused on providing comfortable and thoughtful care. My clients have had a wide range of needs, and I pride myself on my adaptability in every situation. My background...

Wanda L.


Springfield, MA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Cared For Special Need Pre-k Students To And From School

I made sure children were safe and comfortable to and from their school. I provided them with their seat belts and any tissues for their running noses. I always entertained them when needed.
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Rachel C.


Belchertown, MA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider

5.0

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Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing. I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"I was so lucky to have found Rachel. She was sensitive, supportive, reliable and quickly recognized my needs. Rachel provided a calm presence when I was feeling overwhelmed. She is patient, warm, intuitive, empathetic and loving. Rachel has become a very dear...

Cathy R.

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Tianna S.


Westfield, MA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, compassionate, and caring person that loves children of all ages. I was a preschool teacher for over 3 years, worked in a group home for at risk youth for 2 years, worked as a nanny for multiple families, and I've babysat countless children of all ages in various settings. I've worked with children that have...
Tianna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Our time with Tianna has been wonderful. She is reliable and hardwoking; working for us very early hours and late into the night at times. When I told her I was struggling with potty training she took initiative to offer her support and within a week or two my...

Stella C.

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Shannon H.


Windsor Locks, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available 12 Yrs Experience Working With The Special Needs Population

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with developmentally disabled people of all different ages and diagnosis. I have worked as a direct support staff at both day programs and in residential settings. I consider myself extremely patient and caring. I am committed to treating the individual whom I am helping with respect and dignity. I am...
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Ravneet G.


Easthampton, MA

>$23/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver, Errand Runner

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Rav! I have been working in childcare for 10 years and I have been exclusively on care. com since 2020 as a full-time nanny. Last fall, nannying became less of a full-time job, as I started a new job as a high school math teacher for children with moderate disabilities. Since summer is coming, I have full-time...
Ravneet can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Our family loves Rav. She nannied with us until a life change required a move that made traveling to us daily a bit difficult. We still use her if we need to travel without the kids. Not only is she wonderful with our boys, but she helps with schoolwork, drives...

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Merideth K.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in child care for many years including classrooms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k headstart programs. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I currently work for an allergist who regularly sees pediatric patients. I have an Associate's Degree in Child Development, am a nursing student, and am very...
Merideth can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask...

Jigisha M.

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Marcia V.


Amherst, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

RN Looking To Help With Your Kiddos

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a registered nurse of 11 years with experience ranging from orthopedics to neurology to pulmonary and more. I live in Amherst most of the time but I do travel back to NYS where I own a home and my parents live. Here in Amherst I live with my girlfriend, 2 cats, 1 full time dog and 1 part time dog plus 5 goats. My...
Marcia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love Marcia! She came several times and Avery squealed with delight when she walked in the door. Marcia is gentle, calm, and trustworthy. She was also punctual and easy to communicate with! A rare find: educated, polite, and great with babies. Avery learned new...

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Maya F.


Amherst, MA

$15-23/hr4 yrs exp

Get To Know Me!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Maya. I am a 21-year-old junior I am majoring in public health with a pre-med track in hope of becoming a pediatrician practitioner one day. I have always loved kids. I have about 4 years of experience working with kids of all ages. I have worked as an assistant educator at preschools, Babysat kids with CP,...
Maya can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Maya is a great caregiver! She is flexible and dependable. You can count on her for childcare, pet care, and helping people with disabilities. Highly recommend."

Narges R.

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Sabrina D.


Amherst, MA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I am a Licensed Nurse's Aide and Home Health Aide looking to help care for you or your loved one in the familiar comfort of home. I have worked as a special needs care provider for over 20 years and became a Certified Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aid in both Massachusetts and Vermont in 2016. I have worked with the elderly...
Sabrina can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Brianna P.


Enfield, CT

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic Sitter

I baby sat a lot growing up and recently I worked at New Preschool Academy while attending school for my Early Childhood Education degree. I have experience working with special needs kids, specifically autism. I can cook, clean, and I don't mind animals.
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emma G.


Northampton, MA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hello! I am Emma, I have over 5 years of childcare experience in a variety of settings. Most recently I have been a 1:1 para educator for special needs children. I also have a background in dance education and would love to bring some fun and movement to your home! I believe that every child brings their own energy and set of...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Worked for stavros, MCS, pathlight and Riverside industries. For about 3 years I have worked in the special needs field and just currently left a job as a behavior resource tech
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Laura K.


Palmer, MA

$20-50/hr20 yrs exp

I like caring for people with special needs because I do shared living for people with developmental disabilities. I have raised a child with severe mood disorder and a child with autism. I am passionate that all people are the same and that those with disabilities should reach their full potential. I have worked in group homes,...
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Brenda C.


Ware, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Been In The Medical Field For 28 Years. Love What I Do.

I have been in the medical field for 35 years. I have done all kinds of levels of care. I owned and operated a nursing home for 10 years. I had 4 special needs adults during that time. I enjoy what I do and find it very rewarding.
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Lauren D.


Feeding Hills, MA

$28-45/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny, Available For Full-Time Positions

*Not currently accepting new offers* I am full of experience of covid-friendly nannying. I know that safe childcare is difficult to come by during this time, so I would love to offer assistance. In 2020 I worked with children as a therapeutic mentor at Children's Friend and Family Services working on social and behavioral skills...
Lauren can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Gwen J.


Amherst, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced In Camp ANCHOR Experienced Babysitter

Graduating nursing school this upcoming May. Only thing on my schedule is studying for the NCLEX- so I am very flexible!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Indian Orchard, MA

Rachel C.

5.0

Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to their time together. We also both...

- Tonya D.

Tianna S.

5.0

Tianna was a godsend for our family. Our kids loved her and you could tell how much she truly cared for them. Punctual, reliable and great with open lines of communication. Highly recommend to any family looking for someone to care for their babies as if they are their own!

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Ravneet G.

5.0

The best! Took such loving care of my post-surgical dog, sent regular updates, was timely and reliable, and helped us feel calm leaving the dog in a needier-than-normal state. I will absolutely be asking her to dog-sit again!

- Ana D.

Merideth K.

5.0

Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask when she'll be able to watch them...

- Jigisha M.

Marcia V.

5.0

We love Marcia! She came several times and Avery squealed with delight when she walked in the door. Marcia is gentle, calm, and trustworthy. She was also punctual and easy to communicate with! A rare find: educated, polite, and great with babies. Avery learned new skills with her, we were all...

- Care member

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