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Radames V.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time- Caregiving Available

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I have been a dedicated community habilitation caregiver for five years, specializing in creating personalized care plans to support clients' overall well-being. My skills include maintaining open communication with clients and their parents/guardians, and ensuring optimal wellness. Additionally, I focus on cognitive engagement...
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Jamie S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a nanny longterm with a couple families and also short term for families on vacation while I lived in Hawaii for 10 years. I've nannied for all different ages and demographics- foster children to celebrities children. I also have experience with special needs children.
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Irina T.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20/hr20 yrs exp

Artistic And Energetic Caretaker

I am mother of 2 beautiful grown children and a happily new grandmother. Outside of raising my own children, I have been caring for children of varied ages for over 30 years. I have experience caring for children either special needs in BOCES setting. I have teaching experience teaching Russian as a second language, piano...
Irina can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Erica T.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$16-30/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Elder Care Part Time or Per Diem!!!

I am currently a Nurse. I have experience in all areas of the medical world from pediatrics, to geriatrics. I have experience with special needs as well.
Erica can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, visiting nurse
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Kimberly C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I am an RN graduate from Dutchess Community College. I am from New York and worked as a cardiology registered nurse full time for the past 7 years where I am currently still employed. I am a very caring compassionate nurse and I want to be able to help out patients and their families by stepping in to care for your loved one.
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Tasha C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

DSP/ CAREGIVER

My name is Tasha. I am currently working in a Center For Autism I also work I also work with dementia patient for years I love taking care of others and I do it to the best of my abilities.
I have a lot of experience with children and young adults with a wide variety of disabilities especially with autism add/adhd and other physical and developmental challenges. I myself am a mother of two sons with autism the oldest would be 25 and my youngest is 14 so I bring lots of experience and compassion to the table.
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Samantha K.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Evenings And Overnight Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been watching kids for about 10 years now. I used to watch two kids for about 3 years and now they are old enough to be on their own. Currently, I watch three kids mostly overnights since the parents are EMTs. They are all different ages and they all have special needs. I have been watching them for about 10 years and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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Debra M.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Care

For many years I worked as a mental health aide and enjoyed my position. I have many years experience and I love the job. Unfortunately I had to leave my job to go back to school to be a RN. I do have free time while in school and would love to be able to take care or help your loved one with special needs. I'm CPR certified,...
As a seasoned childcare provider with a decade of experience, my passion for nurturing young minds and supporting families is what drives me. My journey in caregiving began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and make a meaningful impact on their lives. I am known for...
Pamela can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Connie C.


Wingdale, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Patient Miracle Worker

I am the mother of two children on the Autism Spectrum and through hard work got both to speak. One now attends college and the other lives at home with us as unfortunately she is not as high functioning. For our daughter I ran an at home ABA program for nearly a decade. I know the challenge, effort and patience it takes to help...
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Taneekqua M.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

CNA And DSP

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of 4. I currently have my CNA, I have experience with longterm and rehabilitation. I am a Direct support professional and work with individuals with developmental disabilities. I have been in this field for over 10 years. I love what I do.
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 14, I'm 22 now. I love the outdoors going on walks and adventures. I'm a big animal lover I work part time at a dog shelter and also have my own dog and 2 cats. I'd be there to help with things like cleaning, errands, pets, really anything you need done. I've been watching a family of...
In 10th grade, I started working at SNACK, an afterschool and weekend activity center for kids and teens with ASD and other mental disabilities. We had different classes ranging from soccer and basketball to music and yoga. I also worked as a full-time nanny for a 2-year-old girl with mental and physical disabilities. I learned...
I have a special needs brother who I have cared for since he was a baby and I am the oldest of 7 children and have a child of my own so I have tons of experience working with all types of children!
Jestine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alithia O.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced and Caring Caregiver with College Degree in Human Services

I am a compassionate and caring woman with over 14 years of experience in caring for the disabled and handicapped individuals. I have 5 years experience in caring for children with special needs including diabetics, ADHD, children with g-tubes, and children who are wheelchair bound. I have a background in the medical and human...
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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Educational Assistant

I work at a day program and boarding private school for individuals with autism spectrum disorder aged 8-28. I am an education assistant and a 1:1 aide. I assist my student (if residential) with ADLs, assist during meals, support and work directly with the teacher and student through the entire school day in completing work,...
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Alyssa R.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

20 Year Old Girl With 8 Years Experience Watching Both Babies And Special Needs Children

Hello! I am the oldest of three so naturally my siblings became like my own kids and I have helped care for them since birth. I have an autistic 13-year-old sister and a 7-year-old brother. Currently, I work full time as an educational assistant at a school for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I have numerous years of...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Hi, I'm Mary Carolyn (Carly) and I have a rich background in childcare, having cared for children aged 0-13, worked with special needs clients aged 8-23, and worked as a nanny for a3-month-old. Additionally, I worked as a private piano teacher for a home school group and enjoy implementing music in the lives of kids. Currently I...
Mary Carolyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Erica T.


Hopewell Junction, NY

$16-30/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I am currently a Nurse. I have experience in all areas of the medical world from pediatrics, to geriatrics. I have experience with special needs as well.

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