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5.0
(2)
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 "
Care member
Leilani B.
Portsmouth, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Various Kinds Of Care Giving, Temporary, Part Time, Etc.
5.0
(27)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
I have 40+ years childcare experience. I've been hired by 40+ families on this site. I have excellent references. I've been called Mary Poppins because of the bags of activities I bring with me. I do date nights/temporary care while you're visiting the area. Background check done through the Portsmouth Police Dept... CPR-AED...
Leilani can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Leilani sat for our 18 month old two nights while we were in town for a wedding. She was fantastic, and clearly a pro - we felt so comfortable leaving our son in her hands. She was always on time, brought toys, gave dinner and handled bedtime. She was also very...
Keara M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...
Liz can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
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We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of...
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4.9
(27)
Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Maria , I'm from Dominican Republic and I've been nanny for 18 years, I have experienced taking care of babies from newborn to teenagers , twins, multiple, special needs and behavior attention as well . I have my certificate in Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED clean driving record.
I have my own...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria is amazing! She is fantastic with kids and she cleans. Would definitely hire her again if she was available!"
Natalie H.
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
(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...
Hello, I'm Amber. I am experienced in elder care, Alzheimer's , dementia care, and special needs. I have been working in healthcare since I was 18, starting my first position as an Activity assistant in 2008. I eventually went on to become a certified caregiver and then got my CNA license in 2011. I have worked in long term...
Amber Cook can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
Realizing your loved ones need help and finding that right person to entrust that care is a difficult process. I have vast experience in working with those who need a little extra care. This includes memory loss, special needs, and special rehabilitation. My experience includes organized and creative daily activities for a...
Rachel can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Sophia H.
Middletown, RI
$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
With two years of experience caring for children between the ages of 4 and 17, I have the skills to care for your child in a safe and nurturing environment. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing educational games that promote learning. I am also comfortable enforcing household rules when necessary.
I have worked...
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Haleigh and I am 26 years old. In addition to having a 1-year-old of my own, I have several years of experience working with children aging from 4 months to 13 years old and also have previous experience working with children with special needs.
Haleigh can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Lynn S.
West Warwick, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Currently a CNA having worked with the elderly population with dementia/Alzheimer's. Previous shift supervisor at a memory care facility. Watching my 2 yr grandson and his special needs younger brother 2 days a week . I'm also a certified medication tech for the last 20 yrs .
Lynn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Cassie M.
Pawcatuck, CT
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
51yr mature, caring, responsible woman with experience (part time, on -off) for over 25 yrs in the elderly care/ companionship/ PCA field, looking for PT work with seniors/special needs folks, overnight or a weekend day shift preferred. Most recently I care for my elderly parents, 1 with dementia who's recently been placed in a...
Cassie can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Cheryl G.
Portsmouth, RI
$30-40/hr
I have a son; whom is now grown up, who had epilepsy, JRA and on the autism spectrum. I also raised 2 other children who were ADHD and are also grown up now.
Over the past year I have worked as a Registered Behavior Technician with children of varying ages. I excel at maintaining child safety, promoting a fun and accepting environment, and teaching necessary life skills. Anyone who I have worked for/with can see that I make it my mission to bring 100% enthusiasm and love to my job...
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: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Erica M.
Warwick, RI
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello. My name is Erica and I am a 3rd year special education teacher in providence specializing in children with autism.
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: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
My name is Kiah and I am a Registered Nurse with a B. S. of Nursing. I currently work at a children's hospital, but I have used Care. com throughout high school and college and would still love to use this website to pick up hours for date nights or occasional needs. Throughout nursing school I have a great deal of experience...
Hello my name is Karisa and I currently work full time as a nanny . Before this from the ages of 18 to 23 I worked in a group home for individuals with different disabilities . During my time here I did bed transfers , assisted with feedings , bathing , taking clients on activities as well as gave medicine and brought them on...
Walter C.
Westerly, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I'm presently a retired family practice physician who previously made house calls and ran nursing homes with lots of free time now to help local people in need. I'm also a retired Lt Col and Flight Surgeon that you can trust me in your home.
I am experienced with special needs, disabilities, dementia, modern medicine's...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Kingston, RI
Shantell G.
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
- Care member
Leilani B.
5.0
Leilani was spectacular. She was punctual, communicative, kind, and was able to really relate and care for our two young girls - ages 2 and 7mo. She brought age appropriate toys and had a lot of skill and experience. Appreciated her and knew we could relax while away.
- Care member
Liz S.
5.0
We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of exactly what my Mom was dealing with was...
- Care member
Maria M.
5.0
Maria was wonderful with my my four year old! He was shy at first, but after he warmed up they had a great time! He still asks about her, and I will definitely hire her again! A+!
- Benjamin B.
Leslie H.
5.0
She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around.
- Linda W.
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