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Special needs caregivers in Jackson Heights, NY

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Eduardo R.


Jackson Heights, NY

$30-50/hr4 yrs exp

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I'm a very reliable person and takes my job very seriously. I'm a very enthusiastic person and I'm always in a great mood.
Well I have a little cousin that is wheelchair bound, she doesn't speak nor walk, I help around when she is at my grandparents house which is most of the time, I help with feeding her, changing her diaper, bathing her, assisting her when in needed she doesn't speak but I understand her when she needs something. She is 21 years...
Hi! My name is Tsering . I have a good experience in caring for children any age and special needs for 6 years. I love taking care of children and enjoy helping them learn and grow everyday. My strengths as a nanny are compassion, reliable, responsible and caring person. Thank you
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Melanie T.


Jackson Heights, NY

$27-41/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Melanie

Hi there! I'm Melanie, a certified medical assistant working full-time and also juggling college. I'm bilingual in English and Spanish, and I've got my CPR and AED certifications from the American Red Cross and the American Safety & Health Institute. I absolutely love babies and pets! Most of my babysitting experience comes...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maria B.


Jackson Heights, NY

$41/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Senior Care / Part-Time Baby Sitter

Hello, I am originally from Venezuela, my first language is Spanish. I moved to the United States 25 years ago. In Venezuela I obtained my Associate Degree in Advertising. In this country I have dedicated myself to child and senior care. I have completed several training courses for child care and in the same way I completed...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tanairy L.


Jackson Heights, NY

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Hey There, My Name Is Tanairy, I Am 19 Years Old And I Love Working With Kids.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as fun, caring, charismatic. I started working with kids when I volunteered at a school for children with special needs. In my spare time, I like to cook, read and watch tv. One thing you should know about me is I am responsible, caring, and organized. My skills include cooking, cleaning,...
Tanairy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Joanna R.


Jackson Heights, NY

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Dedicated Home Care Aide

I have >25 years of experience assisting clients with their medical needs as well as personal care and household tasks. My experience has included extended care for patients with different kinds of specialized needs (e. g. paraplegic, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Disease). I am energetic, self-directed, able to work without...
Joanna can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep & more
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Jennifer F.


Middle Village, NY

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Caring Like Family

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a trained Nurses Assistant and a Home Health Aide. I have 6 years experience working with the elderly in a home settling . I have experience with clients with dementia, special needs , as well as hospice care. I can provide the following services: medication reminder, record vitals, assist with bathing , dressing ,...
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, visiting nurse, dementia, visiting physician, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I hesitate to say too much because I don't want anyone to steal her from us. Mom just loves her, which is half the battle here. Mom mostly needs companionship. Jennifer is prompt, easy-going, genuinely interested and eager to participate during PT or whatever is...

Jodi D.

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Danielle B.


New York, NY

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Take Care Of Yourself, While I Take Care Of The Kids!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Danielle and I have a little over 6 years of childcare experience. I have hung out with kiddos and have extensive experience caring for children with specialized needs. I am energetic, always have a smile on my face, and am very patient! I can help with transportation, errands, and housework, and I am CPR...
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Danielle’s responsible, loving and fun personality shines when she’s with children! She truly cares about children’s wellbeing and loves her job! "

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Eka B.


New York, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

My Overall Skills

Certified HHA , CHA. I have skills to communicate and make them fill safe and happy. 20 year experience tough me how to deal with emergency and special needs
Eka can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"She is very loving, caring and trustworthy person. I always felt great when she took care of my mom. I highly recommend hiring her"

Eka B.

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Shareeda R.


South Ozone Park, NY

$17-35/hr10 yrs exp

Cna/Companion Care Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...
Shareeda can also help with: Dementia
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever position she is hired for she will do her very best,"

Gloria R.

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Alyssa M.


New York, NY

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced with children ages 1-14. I grew up with a lot of younger siblings and cousins. I moved to Nyc in January for my job in marketing, from Iowa. I miss being around kids and don't have family in the city with kids. After work and weekends are best, trying to fill up my free time especially with winter coming. I have...
5.0
"Alyssa is a kind compassionate fun loving responsible young woman"

linda C.

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Bellie T.


Elmhurst, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Your All-around Big Guy

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Aside from my bachelors degree in nursing, I am a compassionate, loving & a caring person. I rejoice in every opportunity available to provide care for patients needing assistance. My sturdy built is likewise a plus for special needs in transporting immobile patients. Can easily perform duties like wheelchair mobilization &...
5.0
"Billie has been terrific taking care of my husband who has had a head injury. He is very thorough and respectful. He is also excellent with our entire family."

Sara S.

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Beltha H.


Ozone Park, NY

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Adaptive Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi please call me Bel! I have child care experiences from taking care of cousins, nephews/nieces, friends children. Also by working in family home and school settings with infants, early childhood daycare, elementary, junior high schools and high school as a full time paraprofessional for the NYCDOE and private schools as a SETT...
Beltha can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Bel is, in one word, INCREDIBLE! She has helped us care for our two children, ages 2 and 6, since March 2022, including most of the summer of 2022. Bel is organized, punctual, respectful, kind, and highly engaged. She also communicates well about her schedule and...

Andrea F.

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Caitlin M.


New York, NY

$19-30/hr13 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Caregiver- Master's In Mental Health Counseling

Hi! My name is Caitlin and I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a master's degree from Columbia University. I currently work at a nonprofit agency providing therapy to children and adolescents. I have a hybrid schedule with flexibility on nights and weekends, which allows me to babysit for occasional date nights, etc. I...
Caitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amazing with kids, would let watch the kids anytime"

Dan M.

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Amanda B.


Bronx, NY

$17-21/hr4 yrs exp

My name is Amanda. I have cared for the ages of 0-90 yrs old. I am very energetic and diligent. I have cared for patients with diagnosis such as, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, diabetes, scoliosis, etc. I am comfortable with bathing, feeding, meal prep, light housekeeping, and medications.
5.0
"Amanda is extremely kind, smart, caring and friendly. She is a great help and hard worker. She has a warm personality, and everyone loves being around her."

Emma R.

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Gabriela F.


Brooklyn, NY

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been living in New York City for the past 25 years. I have worked for 15 years as a dance and drama teacher with children of all ages, including special needs kids, in both private and public schools in New York City. I am fluent in English, French and Romanian, and I have a background in theater and ballet. I've also...
Gabriela can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"When searching for last minute care for our 2 year old, Gabriela reached out with her availability, was prompt, flexible and caring. She showed up on time with a lot of good questions and focused attention on our child. She is great with children, compassionate and...

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Melissa M.


Bronx, NY

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Melissa, and have a passion for little ones! I have years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with positivity, fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care. My schedule is fully flexible and I only require a 2-hour...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hello everyone, I hired Melissa to take care of my 11 months old daughter for 5 days in Manhattan and I was fully satisfied with her services. She is a lovely lady who deeply cared about my daughter. They had a great connection and lots of fun. She was punctual,...

Stephanie M.

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Donatella S.


Long Island City, NY

$30-35/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Donatella. I have experience caring for children of varying ages. I also have experience with children with special needs. My responsibilities have included toddler care, driving children to/from school, play dates, overnights, appointments, overseeing homework and reading time, preparing meals, outdoor...
Donatella can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Donatella has every attribute that you are looking for. reliable, understanding, caring, friendly, punctual, hands on. My children loved her from the moment she stepped into our home (and my littlest is not a fan of most people). Donatella is energetic and gives...

Krissy G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Jackson Heights, NY

Jennifer F.

5.0

I hesitate to say too much because I don't want anyone to steal her from us. Mom just loves her, which is half the battle here. Mom mostly needs companionship. Jennifer is prompt, easy-going, genuinely interested and eager to participate during PT or whatever is going on. I feel completely...

- Jodi D.

Danielle B.

5.0

Danielle was the best nanny my little ones could have. My youngest little one has many developmental delays and Danielle was patient, thoughtful and caring. Every day was filled with laughter and well thought out activities. She taught while she played. Her experience with setting schedules,...

- Care member

Eka B.

5.0

She is very loving, caring and trustworthy person. I always felt great when she took care of my mom. I highly recommend hiring her

- Eka B.

Shareeda R.

5.0

Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever position she is hired for she will do her very best,

- Gloria R.

Alyssa M.

5.0

Alyssa is a kind compassionate fun loving responsible young woman

- linda C.

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