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Marie L.


Lawrence, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Reliable With Special Needs

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I have over 11 years of experience working with individuals who have various special needs. I have worked with a variety of diagnosis and have no issue learning how to help with new ones. I am well versed on ADLs, cooking, cleaning, medication administration, taking someone for an appointment, or just providing appropriate...
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Jennifer P.


Lawrence, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Special Needs Provider

I have worked with kids with special needs for over 20 years. I was an Early Interventionist, Special ed teacher, counselor, etc. I'm ABA trained and have extensive experience with children with autism. Comfortable with children and adults with various needs.
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Lyndsey P.


Lawrence, MA

$18-23/hr6 yrs exp

Hello there, My name is Lyndsey Peters. I am a 29-year-old female residing in Andover MA. I am always super excited to share my experience and love for what I do as its important part of my story. I started my journey as a Residential Caseworker supporting the youth with therapeutic care. Shortly after my time there my son was...
Hello I'm always willing to help in anyway shape or form. I'm very good with children any type of children. I'm also love any type of animals. I'm friendly. And loves to do basically anything. I learning quickly. I'm responsible. Caring Kinds, Easy to get to know.
Compassionate and detail-oriented CNA with 4+ years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and disabled patients. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and supporting nurses with patient care. Dedicated to improving patient quality of life through attentive care and effective...
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Keila D.


Lawrence, MA

$18-22/hr2 yrs exp

About Me

Hi! I am a recent college graduate with a major in Sports and performance. Like all the young people on this app I started babysitting with close family members and worked my way up to professional jobs. I am currently a special education teacher aide. I love working with children, I love spending my days busy and building...
I am comfortable Enough of that I'm given and I do it diligently. I have experience in special needs there is a dealing with various kind of care situations.
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Kianna W.


Lawrence, MA

$15-25/hr

Part-time Caregiver

I am passionate about caring for those with special needs because I am very big on helping others feel included. I would really enjoy being a PCA to a person with special needs because I think I would be able to help them in the best way. I am kind-hearted and very caring.
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Arianny B.


Lawrence, MA

$27-30/hr5 yrs exp

I have a genuine love for being with children and people in general. Since a young age, I started taking care of younger kids specifically my little cousins, and even getting paid for it. I grew a huge love and later on in my years, I applied to different babysitting jobs, where I knew and know, this is where I'm meant to be. I...
Arianny can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I like caring for people with special needs because I love to help them learn and have an independent lifestyle I'm looking for a job that is flexible with my schedule and is good pay I started caring for people with special needs when I worked for Melmark New England about 5 years ago In my spare time, I like to spend...
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Keri D.


Dracut, MA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Keri and I am 31 years old. I am currently a full time nanny Monday-Thursday for a 7-month-old baby. I am looking for a family to help out on Fridays as well as for occasional date nights! I have over 10 years of experience working with infants-school aged children. I have worked as a nanny, toddler/preschool...
Keri can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Keri was a phenomenal nanny and is a wonderful person. She is kind and caring, and went above and beyond looking after our son everyday from the time he was an infant until he started daycare as a toddler. Keri developed a strong rapport with him and he still is...

Jason B.

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Kelly J.


Salem, NH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 16 years of child care experience working with infants-middle school age. I have lots of infant, toddler, preschool, school age, middle school age, twins and special needs experience. I have 11 years of daycare setting experience, working as a infant and toddler teacher. I also have 5 years of nanny experience as well. I...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Interviewed Kelly and looking forward to having her start working for us! Several great references and an impressive background in child education. "

Patrick T.

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Maura P.


Methuen, MA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello folks, I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. . I raised 3 wonderful...
Maura can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have worked with Maura for about three years in an elementary classroom setting. The word wonderful does not capture how awesome Maura is. She is one of the most patient, caring, and hardworking people that I have ever shared a classroom with. She devotes her...

Kevin C.

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Sheila P.


Atkinson, NH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available For Children As Well As Adults With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of a 24-year-old man with special needs. I'm comfortable in all situations, including administering medications as well as seizure disorders. My hours/days are very flexible.
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Sherry B.


Pelham, NH

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Sincere And Compassionate Care Services By Sherry

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Sherry. I live in Pelham, NH. I have been providing private in home care for the past 10 years. Please check out my reviews from past clients I come with excellent personal and professional references. I love what I do! Sincerely caring and very detailed in my work Empathetic, compassionate,...
Sherry can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Sherry is terrific! She goes above and beyond for her patients. She's caring and kind a pleasure to know. We were so lucky to have her help when we needed it!"

Kathy B.

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Suzanne B.


Haverhill, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience taking care of the elderly, Special needs Dementia, handicapped and children . I can prepare meals, light housekeeping, drive to appointments , errands etc.. looking for a part time job I'm very patient and kind, I have plenty of references
Suzanne can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, home modification, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Suzanne was a wonderful caregiver to my late brother. She provided the best care. She went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable. He could be difficult at times but Suzanne always knew how to care for him. Suzanne is kind and very hard worker. She is a...

Christine B.

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Michele M.


Salem, NH

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny / Household Manager

Being a full time nanny for many years , I have worked with all kinds of special needs from non verbal, autisum, adhd, wheel cahir bound but have most of my experience with cerebral palsy , as this is something that I have dealt with my whole life. ( as my brother has this special need) im a fun, loving, careing, dependable...
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Jezabel A.


Lowell, MA

$27/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

As a dedicated childcare provider with seven years of experience, I've had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of children and supporting families. I'm passionate about creating a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. My patient, creative, and friendly nature allows me to...
Jezabel can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jezabel was fantastic. She really connected with my child and spent quality time with him. Would definitely rehire her next time!"

Nithya R.

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Vanesa D.


Methuen, MA

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Field staff/direct care for 2 years, Enjoyed babysitting kids, experience with autism. I love helping others and enjoy seeing someone relax.
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Jean G.


Andover, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Here To Support You And Your Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I always established a positive relationship with child and parents. I have the ability to deal with difficult situations with consideration and I demonstrated ability to interact successfully with students with special needs including ASD. I have over 20 years of experience working as a Special Needs Aide in schools and...
5.0
"Jean is kind and reliable. Has a very nice, and calm way about her as she interacted with my special needs young adult son."

Eileen R.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lawrence, MA

Keri D.

5.0

Keri is an absolutely exceptional caregiver. From day one, she has been thoughtful, kind and professional, always bringing great energy to her job and coming up creative new activities to entertain both our infant and toddler. Our kids warmed to her immediately, the two year old asking "when will...

- Erin C.

Kelly J.

5.0

Interviewed Kelly and looking forward to having her start working for us! Several great references and an impressive background in child education.

- Patrick T.

Maura P.

5.0

I have four children and Maura has been caring for them for many years. Whenever My husband and I have somewhere to go, she is always the one we ask. She is caring, considerate, nurturing, engaging, and they love her so much. She has helped so many times with homework and school projects, and helps...

- Kelly B.

Sherry B.

5.0

She is caring and engaging in the clients she is with. I am a home OT and she was caring for a client I was seeing for OT services. She was open to training from OT and was able to assist the client in safely showering after training.

- Meri R.

Suzanne B.

5.0

Suzanne was a wonderful caregiver to my late brother. She provided the best care. She went above and beyond to make sure he was comfortable. He could be difficult at times but Suzanne always knew how to care for him. Suzanne is kind and very hard worker. She is a special person!

- Christine B.

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