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Janet D.


Ludlow, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Experienced patient, compassionate Caregiver. Give me a call and let's chat about your needs. Thank you, Janet
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Kaitlyn T.


Holyoke, MA

$19-41/hr • 9 yrs exp

Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care. With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs. I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended."

Dennis L.

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Emma L.


Holyoke, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
5.0
"Emma is a very caring person who will always put the needs of your child above her own. She worked for us for quite a long time, and is still close with our family today. She is definitely worth the hire!"

Erin C.

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Rachel C.


Belchertown, MA

$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Certified, Creative, Intuitive, Nurturing Experienced Care Provider

Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing. I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
5.0
"I was so lucky to have found Rachel. She was sensitive, supportive, reliable and quickly recognized my needs. Rachel provided a calm presence when I was feeling overwhelmed. She is patient, warm, intuitive, empathetic and loving. Rachel has become a very dear...

Cathy R.

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Kristina S.


Chicopee, MA

$30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistance Available Part-Time/ Experience With Special Needs

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2 who is really trying to make a living and survive in this crazy world we live in. I have 7 years of experience being a PCA tending to kids with Down Syndrome. My duties were attending Appts. with child and parent, bathing/ clothing/ preparing food/ hygiene practice/ and light housekeeping if needed.
4.0
"Kristina is very dependable she has been great with the care and needs of my 16 year old son with Down Syndrome I still use her when needed"

Jim S.

Hello!! I'm 21 years old and have been working with children from the ages of 4 months to 10 years old for 6 years now. As of right now I am in college and will be graduating in May with a bachelors in child psychology and early education. I also have experience with children with special needs through the daycare but also my...
Johannah can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Collette PROFILE Professional social worker with 25 plus years, Now retired. I have raised 3 children with some special needs. I am calm, empathetic, well spoken, an excellent driver, and enjoy helping people. I have had my CPR and standard first aid for years, though just let it lapse in 2/17. Have taught private swim...
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Anita P.


Holyoke, MA

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

A Little About Me : )

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Anita, I am 19 years old and have my Associates degree in Liberal Arts with extra credits in early childhood education. I'm currently a student in university halfway to my Bachelors degree in social work. I'm in the process of achieving a CPR certification. I have one year of experience working in a private school for...
Anita can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Jenelismar R.


Holyoke, MA

$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Currently work in a school, love playing with the children! I used to work in inhome therapy for autism children. Watching them grow, accomplish things their parents thought they couldn't accomplish I loved seeing the smiles on their faces and the joy. I love being able to help !
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Cheyanne B.


Monson, MA

$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Cheyanne and I have roughly 8 years of experience in the childcare field. I have worked in daycare being a toddler teacher for a few years. I have also been a nanny to different families with ages ranging from newborn to school age. I have experience with asd and special needs!
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Ethan O.


Springfield, MA

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Child Care Proffesional

I'm a young adult eager and willing to take care of your children, and fulfill any other household needs you might have. I am currently working as a paraprofessional at Forest Park Middle School. I work with autistic children daily and know how to work with a variety of special needs. I'm CPI certified, and ServSafe...
Ethan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Laura K.


Palmer, MA

$20-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

I like caring for people with special needs because I do shared living for people with developmental disabilities. I have raised a child with severe mood disorder and a child with autism. I am passionate that all people are the same and that those with disabilities should reach their full potential. I have worked in group homes,...
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Jacqueline R.


Chicopee, MA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a stay at home mom with over a decade of childcare experience, including nannying for infants and toddlers as well as older children; I have worked with children with varying types and degrees of special needs, and I have tutored in math, ESL, and literature. I was an EMT for 3 years prior to the birth of my daughter and...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Katherine S.


Monson, MA

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I am currently an assistant Director at a dayhabilitation program in where I work with adults and senior with developmental disabilities. I have been working with this population for more than 4 years and it has been a great experience. I would love to help you care for your love ones.
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Kelsey S.


Granby, MA

$15-18/hr • 1 yrs exp

Behavior Technician

Behavioral technician with experience with all ages. I primarily work with children with autism Monday - Friday 9a-12p. I can provide full reference.
I have lived a life committed to helping others. While I do not have a training background in caring for adults, I have gained experience by taking care of/helping both elderly family members and my special needs brother. I am familiar with tasks such as dressing, cleaning, cooking, and medication management or prompting. I am...
Emma can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
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Michelle L.


Granby, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Provider Available

Hi, I have a ton of experience with special needs children. I was a Spec. Ed. Para at the Public Schools for 2 years, and I am currently a Para for a little boy with intense disabilities at an Early Learning Center. I have A. B. A. training, and have worked very closely with Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapists, Speech...
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Jordyn R.


Springfield, MA

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I've always been passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. Through my babysitting experiences and early childhood development coursework, I've found great joy in fostering a positive impact on young lives. As a patient, creative, and friendly individual, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for...
Jordyn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ebonie R.


Springfield, MA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

I have an extensive background in child care. For the last 6 years I have worked every summer as a kiddie camp director at a summer camp I attended as a kid. I specialize in children ages 0-7 and I am great with conflict resolution techniques that children may have. I worked with a family whose child had special needs for some...
Ebonie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily M.


South Hadley, MA

$50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Speech Therapist

I'm a speech-language pathologist with four years experience working with high school students with disabilities. I've also worked part-time at an outpatient speech center 1:1 with pre-school and elementary age students. I am interested in connecting with families as a private speech-language pathologist for families looking to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ludlow, MA

Kaitlyn T.

5.0

Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended.

- Dennis L.

Emma L.

5.0

Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously.

- Oceana S.

Rachel C.

5.0

Rachel is incredibly patient, kind, and conscientious. In addition to knowing her for 20 years, I hired her a year ago to help with my 16-year-old son who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She is wonderful with him and very caring - he really looks forward to their time together. We also both...

- Tonya D.

Kristina S.

4.0

Kristina is very dependable she has been great with the care and needs of my 16 year old son with Down Syndrome I still use her when needed

- Jim S.

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