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60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Bedford, MA

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in New Bedford, MA

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Ryan A.


Fairhaven, MA

$18-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I'm a licensed foster parent. I enjoy taking care of people and animals. I'm a pet owner (1 dog and 2 cats). Looking to do what ever you need! I also have experience caring for children and adults with special needs.
Ryan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hello I know it hard on parents to care for children in special need but I love kids regardless how they are still god children I was born deaf and speech so I know what it need to do and I can help to be comfortable any questions please ask very active great personality honest caring
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Donna D.


Mattapoisett, MA

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Here to help

I am a mother of an autistic daughter of 28 years. I know what it takes to care for someone with compassion, love, and respect. I am also employed as a special needs assistant. I have over 20 years of professional experience and 28 years of personal experience. I will provide top quality services. I am very professional, and I...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care
Hi, my names Colby and if you need a last minute sitter I'm your guy! I am a licensed clinical fellow in speech and language pathology. I have been working with children as a speech therapist for four years now. I have experience working with children with special needs, and have been working with a variety of children through...
Colby can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Laurel T.


Fairhaven, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Friend

Hello, my name is Laurie. I am an experienced senior caregiver/companion. I have worked with Parkinson's patients on a private level and special needs adults on a professional level. My children are grown, so therefor my schedule is pretty flexible. I will always walk in with a smile and try to brighten your day. I would love to...
Laurel can also help with: Errands, transportation, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning
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Samantha D.


Westport, MA

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hand, special needs caregiver

My name is Samantha and I am 28 years old. I am very reliable and love children. I have my Bachelors in Psychology and my Masters in Social work . I have been a nanny/babysitter for the past 12 years, and have also worked in a daycare with toddlers and a after school program for an elementary school. I have worked with children...
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Jennifer L.


South Dartmouth, MA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Activities Assistant In College And Home Based Therapist For Children On The Spectrum.

I was an activities assistant in college and a home base therapist for children on the spectrum and well as a group home therapist... I've also worked as an elderly companion/ assistant
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Rachael S.


Fairhaven, MA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I love working with children and making a difference in their early years. I enjoy playing sports outside and playing board games as well as doing arts and crafts. I have previosuly babysat a child with autism. During this time, we played games outside and indoors working on emotional regulation and tactile skills. I have...
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Ella V.


Rochester, MA

$30-35/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Loving Nanny

Hello, I'm 24 years old and let me tell you a little about my experience. I have volunteered in a preschool from freshman to senior year of high school, while taking child development courses. I have worked as a camp counselor for a summer in 2017. I have been babysitting since I was about 13-14 years old. I have about 2-3 years...
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Jilian R.


Fairhaven, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

caregiver/childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs children and adults for over 30 years. I have worked in school systems, for private organizations and for private families. Fully vaccinated plus booster.
I am finishing up my sophomore year at BSU studying communication sciences/disorders. I have taken classes in language acquisition, child language disorders, phonetics and speech science. I also volunteer for Special Olympics and Dartmouth High School's Unified Athletics program.

Jillian C.


North Dartmouth, MA

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Care For Your Loved One

Hello! I have been working for a local company for the past two years caring for those with intellectual and physical disabilities. I train quick and easy!
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Queen Carberry B.


Falmouth, MA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced , Trusted, Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a PCA and HHA for about eight years now. I have worked with individuals dealing with Alzheimer's symptoms, and dementia, ALS and special needs. I specialize in personal care assistance, in addition to housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and companionship care. Here is a short bio about me. I was born...
Queen Carberry can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"caring, loving, sympathetic.. patient... truly an amazing woman!. We love her and consider her part of our family."

Care member

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Jill P.


Carver, MA

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have grown up with a large family (including 12 nieces and nephews), I'm also a very dedicated dog-mom!!! I've worked with after school organization, YPAC, at the Carver Middle School for ages 10-14. I have also interned in 3 classroom environments at the same school. I have also interned in a program with special needs...
Jill can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Kim R.


Portsmouth, RI

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hi!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Through my teachings in many schools I have a wide range of experience with many students and various abilities. I graduated with a degree in elementary education and I'm currently working toward my masters degree in special education. Still working with so many students I also have a great amount of experience in regards to...
5.0
"Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!"

Sierra S.

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Lisa G.


East Falmouth, MA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Atria 1 Year & Vna 2 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Enjoy spending time with seniors, very caring and compassionate, energetic and good natured. Also worked with dementia and elderly residents and special needs for several years reference on request.
Lisa can also help with: Transportation, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Lisa has been a great caregiver for my mom. She helps out wherever needed and has such positive outlook. My mom enjoys here company greatly. I feel very fortunate that she is taking care of my mom when we can’t be there. I highly recommend her!"

Care member

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Charlene P.


Lakeville, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Great With Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a teacher's aide for a school in Freetown, MA. I babysit quite frequently for my grandchildren. I love kids and what each one brings to this life. I have been a personal assistant, cleaned and organized homes, been a caregiver to special needs and the elderly. I can help whatever the need. I have excellent references.
Charlene can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Charlene for some work in NC. I talked with her references and talked with Charlene, myself. Since she ended up not moving, she did not work for us. However, if you believe she is a perfect fit for your situation, I would not hesitate at all to hire her....

Shirlene G.

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Victoria L.


Middletown, RI

$25-28/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have a B. A in psychology and have my M. S in psychology and currently in a doctor of physical therapy program. I have worked as a educational technician for children with special needs children whether it may be purely behavioral or autism (verbal and nonverbal- ages 1. 5-7) and have baby sat & been a nanny for families with...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My kids loved her! I was a bit worried at first as my two youngest had never been with a sitter but they took right to Victoria and had a great day! They had a lot of fun and asked if she could come back again. "

Jennifer F.

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Morgan M.


East Falmouth, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old and I am now 39 years old. I have cared for newborns all the way to teenagers, as well as special needs children and twins. I love kids and as a child that grew up with babysitters, I love to make our time together as fun as possible, while still providing structure and...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Morgan is an amazing sitter only reason we do not still use her services is because we moved out of state. We moved houses in-state at first and she continued sitting for me driving 40 mins to and from my house. She also went above and beyond buying food/snack/toys...

Sarah C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Bedford, MA

Queen Carberry B.

5.0

Queen cared for my elderly parents (90 year old with dementia, impaired mobility, fall risk; 99 year old with fall risk). Queen is extremely patient, kind, cheerful, and very hard working! She also did cooking and household tasks, as well as helping whenever asked with various organizational...

- Care member

Kim R.

5.0

Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!

- Sierra S.

Lisa G.

5.0

Lisa has been a great caregiver for my mom. She helps out wherever needed and has such positive outlook. My mom enjoys here company greatly. I feel very fortunate that she is taking care of my mom when we can’t be there. I highly recommend her!

- Care member

Charlene P.

5.0

I hired Charlene for some work in NC. I talked with her references and talked with Charlene, myself. Since she ended up not moving, she did not work for us. However, if you believe she is a perfect fit for your situation, I would not hesitate at all to hire her.

- Shirlene G.

Victoria L.

5.0

Victoria was very accommodating and was able to help us while we were in town for a wedding. She was able to care for our two kids under two years of age. This was our first time leaving our kids and she made us feel very comfortable and kept us updated. She even let us FaceTime her before to help...

- Megan F.

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Ratings for New Bedford, MA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in New Bedford, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.