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Special needs caregivers in Merrimack, NH

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Haley P.


Merrimack, NH

$35-50/hr1 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

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I am passionate about providing care to people with medical complexities and disabilities. I have a specialty place in my heart working with AAC users. I provide compassionate care and empathy to all people I have the pleasure of meeting.
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Nada D.


Merrimack, NH

$35/hr10 yrs exp

I'm Nada , a highly experienced professional based in New Hampshire, specializing in childcare and household management. With over 16 years as an assistant teacher and 6 years in household management and nannying, I bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to any family environment. My background in French Literature enriches my...
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Mikayla M.


Merrimack, NH

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

LNA/ CNA Care Certified

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with a younger girl with disabilities, including a feeding tube and partial cognitive delays.
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Haley P.


Merrimack, NH

$40-100/hr8 yrs exp

Occupational Therapy Student With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Haley and I currently work as an occupational therapist at a collaborative school. I have experience working with children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. I love chatting and working with AAC users! Outside of work, I love running, yoga, and reading. If you are looking private OT...
Haley can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ava M.


Merrimack, NH

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

With over seven years of experience, I am a dedicated and compassionate nanny with a diverse background in childcare. My expertise encompasses both summer and date night care, providing enriching and safe environments for children of varying ages. Additionally, I have extensive experience working with special needs children,...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mikayla M.


Merrimack, NH

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse Practitioner Student Seeking Part Time Employment

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Mikayla, a registered nurse with a passion for caring for children, teens, and those in need. Growing up as the oldest of three, I began babysitting at a young age, sparking my passion for caring for others. While earning my BSN from UMass Lowell in 3. 5 years, I worked as a nurse's aide, providing home care for a...
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Molly B.


Merrimack, NH

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Molly! I have 10 years of experience. The past 7 years I've worked with adults and children with special needs in a group home setting. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts.
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jessica L.


Merrimack, NH

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

I am a caregiver with over 10 years of experience. I have been a licensed nursing assistant in nursing homes and residential settings. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I am caring, compassionate and kind, and I love what I do!
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Alexandra M.


Hollis, NH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Granny-Nanny - Experienced Childcare Provider

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For the past 25+ years I have been a certified Foster/Adoptive parent for children with special needs - ranging from mental retardation, cerebral palsy, AIDS, as well as fostering newborn drug addicted, premature, etc. Caring for children is my reason for being. I have adopted the last 7 foster-kids and they are now young...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has...

Aimee L.

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Mary C.


Hudson, NH

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a lucky mother of two grown sons, ages 27 and 29. My experience also includes 15 pleasurable years working with special needs children in a public school setting. I am now on my 5th year as a nanny. I am looking for 4 consecutive 8 hour days. My rate is $26. per hour.
Mary can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mary has been nothing short of a blessing to our family. She joined us as a full-time nanny and fit into our family immediately. She cares for our children as if they are her own and they equally adore her. Unfortunately we are relocating out-of-state, otherwise...

Lauren K.

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Alexandra M.


Hollis, NH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care/Nanny

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

All my children have come to me with special needs. Some of their needs were prematurity, drug addiction at birth, emotional disabilities, physical disabilities such as AIDS, cerebral palsy, and mental retardation. I have been passionate for over 25 years working in this field as these children bring such joy and are so loving...
5.0
"Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her"

Paula W.

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Stephanie D.


Nashua, NH

$27/hr10 yrs exp

I was a student aide at a Preschool my junior year of high school. I was also a student aid at a Kindergarten class my senior year of high school. Then volunteered there 2 years after that. I have been babysitting since the age of 13 after being certified through the Red Cross. I worked at a daycare in the preschool and pre K...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I have three kiddos (10, 4 and 1) and they adore Steph! We have become great friends, and we always look forward to having her over! She loves music and crafts and going on adventures. Anyone who hires her would be lucky to have her! "

Amy P.

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Robin F.


Manchester, NH

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Professional And Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny who has worked with the same family for 10 years. I am looking to start a new chapter as I welcomed my first child in October. I am looking for a family that is open to having my son in the home as I work. I have experience with special needs and behavior modification therapy.
Robin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We love booking Robin whenever our schedule is in need. She cares for out 6 month old, 3 year old and 7 year old so caring. She brings her 1 year old along who is such a cutie and a happy baby. She always finds ways to engage all the children in play. We have a...

Sandy F.

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Leslee P.


Manchester, NH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And Babysitter With Mental Illness And Special Needs Background

I have years of experience working with children over a spectrum of special needs severity. I have worked with children in a day-camp setting, youth group, and support group setting.
Leslee can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hey! I'm 20 years old and I go to school at Salem State University. I am currently studying Sports and Movement Science, and am getting a career in Occupational Therapy working specifically with children with special needs. I am a patient and positive person and am able to deal with all types of behaviors. I am just starting out...
Carlee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Patricia M.


Hudson, NH

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

I have been working with children for 8 years and the past two years one of the kids I had watched has Down Syndrome. I started with her when she was 3 and she will be turning 5 in September. She also has a twin brother and older sister I would watch all together.
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Paige B.


Nashua, NH

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Paige And I Would Love To Watch Your Little, Please Message Me Any Questions You Have

I'd describe my personality as caring, kind, and patient. I like caring for people with special needs because I get to make a positive impact on someone's life and help them in meaningful ways. It's all about spreading kindness and making sure everyone feels supported and included. I'm looking for a job that I have support...
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Molly M.


Hudson, NH

$27/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of children. With 17 years of experience and a deep love for fostering positive change, I am dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for kids. My patient and friendly nature creates an atmosphere where children feel comfortable...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Anne V.


Hollis, NH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Empty Nest Syndrome

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children most of my life, from teen babysitter, full time nanny, daycare provider, mom of three boys, two of which are twins, to full time special needs educator in public schools for 20 years. I get satisfaction from helping parents raise healthy positive children.
Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Anna G.


Nashua, NH

$17-29/hr5 yrs exp

I Love Children! I'm A Really Fun Babysitter And I Love Watching Kids Smile

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I can also help with anything else that is needed. I have my CPR License, and First Aid and I am also in school for Early Childhood Education and Psychology. I have worked with preschoolers and kindergartners. I have also baby sat newborns, toddlers, to...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Merrimack, NH

Alexandra M.

5.0

Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has consistently gone above and beyond...

- Aimee L.

Mary C.

5.0

Mary is with our family once a week and our shy little guy took to her immediately. I can't say enough good things about her. She is so active all day taking him to music classes, to the park, and has met many other families in our neighborhood who have now become friends with our son. We know...

- Julie S.

Alexandra M.

5.0

Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her

- Paula W.

Stephanie D.

5.0

She has watched my children when I’ve needed a last minute babysitter and was great with them and she was even willing to watch them while they were sick! She is great with children, caring and fun!

- Care member

Robin F.

5.0

We love booking Robin whenever our schedule is in need. She cares for out 6 month old, 3 year old and 7 year old so caring. She brings her 1 year old along who is such a cutie and a happy baby. She always finds ways to engage all the children in play. We have a nighttime and morning routine that she...

- Sandy F.

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