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Special needs caregivers in Lanesborough, MA

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Haille B.


Lanesborough, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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I'm Haille! I am interested in helping out families who need a baby sitter once in awhile. I have 15 years experience in babysitting as I've done it since I was about 14 years old. I currently work relief for BCARC and have 5+ years in experience with special needs. I am CPR and first aid trained as it's a requirement for my...
Haille can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Crystal M.


Pittsfield, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

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I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Rachel S.


Pittsfield, MA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extremely Fun Nanny :)

I have 10 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families.
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!"

Anne H.

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Crystal M.


Pittsfield, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had...

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Misty L.


Pittsfield, MA

$25-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

as a mother of a child with adhd, odd and ddmd, and autism I have a lot of experience with special needs kids. I also have been a big part in caring for my nephew with asd, spd and developmental delays! I have worked for doctors, dentists, Police officers and people off all walks of life. I treat the kids as I would my own with...
Misty can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Misty is very flexible and dependable and was just what our family needed when we needed it. We had trouble even interviewing her the first time we met her because she hit it off with our kids so well that they just wanted to play with her. We will continue to...

Steve H.

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Patricia M.


Pittsfield, MA

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Long Term Care, Pediatric Care, Caregiver-PDN Needs

The Care in Place Movement is a real thing! That's what I'm here for. Background/Experience: CNA/LPN Alzheimer's, Dementia, LTC and Acute care. Pediatric experience as well. Light housekeeping to skilled nursing whatever need may arise! I can be of use in navigating insurance help, setting up prior authorizations, looking...
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Gionnah L.


Dalton, MA

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Gionnah and I am really hoping to get some more babysitting jobs! I have about 4 years of experience in child care. I also have quite a bit of experience in special needs care. I'm willing to help after school, and date nights! I do work in childcare 5 days a week usually to around 5/5:30. As of right now I do...
Gionnah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Natasha S.


Dalton, MA

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

For past two years, I have been employed at Hillcrest Educational Centers working 1:1 with students 8-21 years of age on the Autism Spectrum. Most of my student display high-levels of aggression and/or self-injurious behaviors. Many of them are non-verbal and have a history of seizures. I am Medication certified as well as...
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Amber S.


Pittsfield, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

I have watched children ranging in ages 6 months up to 12 years old. I have been watching children for over 10 years and I absolutely love it. I like to do arts and crafts as well as be outside to play whenever the weather cooperates. I have worked with children with special needs as well and have some training in that area. I...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Crystal M.


Pittsfield, MA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Care Provider Available

I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Hello my name is Lisa M. I am a social therapist. I have worked and lived with individuals who have all different abilities for 5years now. I believe that I can be of help to take care of your loved one who has special needs and be a person they can trust and build a friendship with. I feel like I am called to do this type of...
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Deanna C.


Adams, MA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Full Time Babysitter/Nanny

As a childcare provider with four years of experience, I am passionate about caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. I am patient, calm, and friendly, and I have a natural ability to connect with children. I believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe and nurturing...
Deanna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mariaelena O.


Adams, MA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have a 3-year-old daughter who is in school now, so I'm getting back in to working with other people's children. I have experience with special needs, tutoring, cooking, cleaning, pets, infants, CPR for all ages, and safe/reliable transportation. My style is based in positive reinforcement, kindness, creativity, and...
Mariaelena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Dominic C.


Adams, MA

$23/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Dominic (pronounced Dominique) and I moved to Massachusetts in 2019 from Miami, FL. It was time for a new start away from the hustle and bustle of the city. I have been a generalized caregiver since my teens. I have experience with children of all ages, our seniors, and their pets. However, I have mostly...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jolene D.


Cheshire, MA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

I did two summers at a summer camp program with children who had development disabilities and behaviors. . I have been a CNA/HHA for 9+yrs and special needs. I have knowledge of seizure protocols, non-verbal communication, personal care, and activities. Hope that can sum up most of my experience.
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Rebecca N.


Pittsfield, MA

$30-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have several years of clinical setting experience with direct patient care in a hospital setting as well as home care experience and, child care. Working at a hospital, my schedule varies each week. I work three 13-hour shifts per week. So, my work schedule is alternating weekends and two weekdays. I always know my schedule a...
I have experience working with infants to people with special needs and developmental disorders. I am kind, respectful, punctual, and reliable.
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Jennifer Z.


Pittsfield, MA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with both adults and children with all sorts of disabilities. I worked as a vocational trainer for persons with disabilities for over 11 yrs. I worked in a day program for over 5 yrs . I am kind, patient , fun loving . I enjoy the outdoors but am just as content reading or playing board games. I am able to multi...
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Whitney S.


Adams, MA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am an OT, working part time at the hospital. Plenty of experience with working with folks with varying levels of abilities.
Hi! My name is Shaylyne. I'm a certified preschool teacher, who has previously worked as assistant Montessori primary teacher and have 10 years of experience in early childhood education. I have over a decade of paid babysitting experience and enjoy working with many families. I've cared for newborns, children with special...
Shaylyne can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lanesborough, MA

Rachel S.

5.0

Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!

- Anne H.

Crystal M.

5.0

I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had such a positive attitude. We will...

- Care member

Misty L.

5.0

Misty was great. She initially impressed me by texting me the day before with a series of questions about my son - everything from his schedule to whether he had any allergies, was on any medications, etc. She was punctual (showing up a few minutes early both times) and is warm and energetic....

- Jarret S.

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