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Special needs caregivers in Larchmont, NY

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Rachel W.


Hastings on Hudson, NY

$25-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun, loving, Energetic, down to earth girl whom loves children and has been working with them since day one. I am Red Cross Certified (contact me for specifics) and am majoring in early childhood education. I am highly experienced, have lots of references upon request, am fully licensed driver, and love any house hold...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rachel has babysat for us a number of times. She is punctual, energetic and communicative. She has her own transportation. She engages our kids in various age appropriate activities and they look forward to having her over."

Asha A.

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Katherine P.


Elmsford, NY

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there I enjoy working with others that are in need. I used to work for an agency call VIP for 2 years. I have a huge passion working with people. I would do light cleaning, some organizing , run errands and simply kept them company.
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Annette Y.


Scarsdale, NY

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

HHA, (Elderly Care) Direct Care Counselor (Special Needs), Pet Care, Personal Assistant

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been providing elder care for 10 plus years now on a part-time basis while attending school and working at other locations. I love my job and am very good at it. I do this work because it's what I love to do. I am very patient, knowledgeable, friendly, caring and honest. A pretty good cook and believe in safety first and...
Annette can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My husband and I hired Annette to watch our 1-year-old son and she was truly outstanding! She arrived about 15 mins early and took charge. Most importantly, my son was attached to her immediately. Annette is patient and wonderful with children. We highly...

Karla R.

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Santa M.


West Harrison, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I am Santa. I have been working with children for about 15 years now. I've taken care of 18 months to 16 years. I love working with children. Monday-Friday from 8-3. I work as a teacher assistant with special need children. I have been working there for about 6 years now.
Santa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Santa was a loving and responsible caregiver. We were sad to lose her."

Amber B.

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Cinthia S.


White Plains, NY

$18-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Med Tech

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Cinthia I am 22 years of age and I have been working in the medical field for over 5 years now. I have plenty of experience working with seniors. I was a caregiver/medtech at Paramount Senior Living Facility for 3 years. I have experience working with dementia and special needs patients. I hope I will be a good fit...
Cinthia can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from 4-7 months of age. Unfortunately we're moving out of the area otherwise we would keep Cinthia forever! Our baby...

Samantha G.

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Amanda F.


Purchase, NY

$20-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am currently a college student at SUNY Purchase. In the past I have worked at a summer camp with all ages of children, babysat numerous times, taught Sunday school lessons for many years, and I am an aide for special needs children through BOCES!
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were happy. She cleaned my dishes! She really went above and beyond. Great hire!"

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Shannon C.


Bronx, NY

$19-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started caring for people with special needs in 2017, when I began working as a Direct Support Professional, in group homes, day habs, etc. In my spare time, I like to read books, research all about skincare and binge watch my favorite shows. One thing you should know about me is I'm very chill, patient, and empathetic! My...
5.0
"Shannon was punctual, communicated with my nurses and me in a timely manner and I found her to be extremely dependable. I trusted her to help me while I was recovering from surgery. A+"

Stacey G.

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Jennifer G.


Pelham, NY

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Available

Hello! My name is Jennifer, I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 10 years of experience taking care of children of all ages. With my extensive background in child care, I am confident I can provide your little one with a safe, fun and stimulating environment. I'm a patient and nurturing caregiver, who loves...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Jennifer has been an incredible nanny to our 4 month old! She comes twice a week to our home and trust me when I say I wish it was five days! She is caring, considerate, responsible and kind. My daughter absolutely loves her. "

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Anita D.


Bronx, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Or Part-Time Caregivers

I am experienced childcare provider with lots of energy, endless patience. I live in Bronx and am interested in a part-time position. I like making the day fun and engaging while being careful, safe , providing good education, morality, self-discipline and social integration. I'm compassionate, kind, with a friendly...
Anita can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hired Anita about 5 years ago. She helps take care of my two daughters. She's VERY responsible, dependable, and most importantly trustworthy. I just love her. She's been an enormous help to me and my husband, as we both have busy careers and travel a lot. I...

Dora R.

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Marie L.


White Plains, NY

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part Time

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work with special needs for 5yrs my experience with autistic spectrum kids and adults with good or bad behavior. also I have 8 yrs , experience home health care, skill are cook, cleaning, doctor appointment, shopping, laundry,
4.0
"Marie wanted more hours and money than I was able to do. She was honest about her needs, which is very refreshing."

Beth O.

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Ariela R.


Bronx, NY

$17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been traveling for 3 years to many healing centers, working with children that have special needs, ADHD, depression, autism. I share over 300 different healing modalities, based off of what people experience. Acupressure, breathwork, yoga and an open minded fun imagination. I have a 2-year-old daughter who if you will...
Ariela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We only used Ariela for babysitting, but she was very kind and caring. Our son got along tremendously well with her little girl. My three year old said he had a great day and loved her cooking."

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I have experience with kids with special needs, bathing, dressing, feedings, transfers to wheelchair.
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Adrina M.


Bronx, NY

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I like to cater and help for those who can't do it for themselves. I have empathy for the aged and those with special needs. i'm passionate because I see it as a duty
Adrina can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia, companionship
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Tashawnte H.


Yonkers, NY

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I create a safe, supportive, and fun environment, and I enjoy engaging kids in learning and play. I'm patient, dependable, and passionate about helping every child thrive and feel valued in their own unique way.
Tashawnte can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I love children, I have lots of experience with them. I have worked in daycares, private families, and special needs school. Experienced in caring for children of all ages.
Berenice can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Kaitlyn R.


Yonkers, NY

$25-38/hr • 8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience with infants and toddlers mostly with special needs children. working with special needs kids has opened my eyes on so many different ways to handle certain situations. I love to go out to the park and just having fun! I'm very energetic, loving, affectionate and optimistic.
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Deisy P.


Bronx, NY

$20-25/hr

My Name Is Deisy I Am A Paraprofessional. Also Have Experience In Cleaning

I am 30-year-old. I have experience in working with special needs kids, I am a paraprofessional, I also have experience in cleaning. I love kids.
Deisy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maria H.


Bronx, NY

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Companion, Caring For The Elderly And/Or Special Needs Children.

Hi, my name is Maria. I have experience with the elderly, Dementia, and Alzheimer's patients, caring for the sick and disabled as well. I help with bathing, meal prep, companion, laundry, errands, medication management, housekeeping, etc. I've worked with families long term, on care, and outside recommendations. References...
Maria can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

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Karen C.


New York, NY

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Energetic And Warm Care

Assistant teacher, mother, childcare, doula work, experienced with all ages from infants to adolescents, experience with special needs population
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Geisy L.


Bronx, NY

$17-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Fun Sitter, Love Arts And Crafts And Outdoor Activities

I am currently working as a teacher's assistant for a preschool for children with special needs, 9 years experience. I am a babysitter weekends and nights for the last 5 years. I am attending to school to earn early childhood masters degree.
Geisy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Larchmont, NY

Rachel W.

5.0

I watched Rachel save a random 2 year old who accidentally fell into our neighborhood pool. This was not the child she was in charge of, and she definitely prevented a tragedy from happening as this child wandered off from his parents accidentally fell into the water very quickly. I was impressed...

- Ellen E.

Annette Y.

5.0

Annette is god sent. She took great care of our 3 year-old son who is very "handful" at home. Annette is very engaging and kept bringing different activities to keep my son entertained. She brought my son out for play and even get him books and toys. She understands kids and knows how to keep...

- Ziyang N.

Santa M.

5.0

Santa was a loving and responsible caregiver. We were sad to lose her.

- Amber B.

Cinthia S.

5.0

Care didn't give me the option to review for childcare, but this is a nanny review! Cinthia was absolutely amazing! She helped care for my daughter from 4-7 months of age. Unfortunately we're moving out of the area otherwise we would keep Cinthia forever! Our baby girl lights up when she arrives and...

- Samantha G.

Amanda F.

5.0

Amanda was great. On time, professional. Quickly helped my two children acclimate to her. She drove them home safely. My children were happy. She cleaned my dishes! She really went above and beyond. Great hire!

- Care member

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