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60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Bedford, MA

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in New Bedford, MA

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Heather P.


Wareham, MA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

5.0

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I am trustworthy and reliable. I have worked with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities for over 18 years. I also work with the elderly and animals. I have done everything from assisting with ADLs to case management. I have taken care of horses chickens dogs cats birds I have given medications.
5.0
"I have used Heather since September 2012 to watch my 6 year old son with special needs. Heather has been wonderful with him. I trust her to make the right decisions while she is caring for him. My son is very fond of Heather too. I would definitely recommend...

Melissa H.

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Julie G.


Pocasset, MA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a health care aide and patient care coordinator for the elderly and special needs clients for 10-plus years. My services include companionship, healthy meal prep, medication supervision, personal care, food shopping and errands, light housekeeping, medical appointments, assistance with physical therapy and...
Julie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, home modification, hospice services
5.0
"Julie is smart, very dependable, very generous, and she knows how to care for our family without overstepping our need for privacy. Highly recommended."

Dana W.

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Kim M.


Carver, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

CHHA Since 1996

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 61yr. old woman, in good physical shape. I have 3 kind grown children & 2 grandchildren. I cared for my 1st grandson for 2 yrs. while running my own farm. Employed 5 yrs. in the towns of Methuen and Andover Ma. as a Special Education Program Assistant, 1yr. In Preschool 4yrs. working with a wide diversity of children in...
Kim can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"As a first time mom, leaving my son with someone that wasn't family was a very difficult thing for me to do, until I met Kim. Kim has a very special gift when it comes to kids! My son J loves her and she has helped my family tremendously. She's dependable,...

Kristina A.

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Teresa B.


Onset, MA

$15/hr

Part-Time/Full-Time Special Needs Care Giver

Currently pursuing a degree in Special Education: Severe Disabilities, and a second degree in Spanish with a concentration in secondary education. I am currently first-aid certified, CPR certified, and mental-health certified. I have extensive experience caring for children ages 3-17 in both calm and highly stimulative...
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Erin C.


Tiverton, RI

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

As a RI licensed CNA, I am a DEPENDABLE, trustworthy, and responsible caregiver trained and experienced with all aspects of child-rearing, bandage care, meal preparation, shopping, light housework, pet care, and schoolwork to help the entire family feel at ease. -I have been involved with various health and educational...
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Erin was a great sitter for our infant daughter. She was on time, communicative, and has a calm and kind presence. I would hire her again anytime we are in Newport or that area. "

Zachary D.

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Emily M.


Fall River, MA

$20-26/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Emily and I am 30 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified with the AHA and also have a CNA course under my belt. I am very experienced working with children. I have completed two classes on child development and child care, and worked in the Barnstable Early Learning center for two years. I have experience being...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the time. Our little one was always out discovering new places and was always tired after Emily left! (A very good thing!) I loved...

Kelly G.

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Leilani B.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've worked with many special needs kiddos. I worked for Newport County Special Education. Worked in various special needs classrooms. Don't hesitate to contact me with your needs and I'll discuss availability.
5.0
"We hired her to take care of our son while we went out on a date night. She was on time and handled everything well. Definitely hire her again!"

Robin D.

I am an extremely positive and reliable college student. I have lots of experience working with young kids. I started babysitting when I was 16, joined the United States Air Force at 17 and currently, at 20 work as a behavior technician for children with special needs.
Leesha can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mikayla C.


Carver, MA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

I'm Mikayla, currently a stay at home mom with my 2-year-old son and 11-year-old stepdaughter. I am looking to occasionally get out the house and help out other families with my son! I currently work part time at a day care for kids ranging from newborn to 6 years of age. I have also worked as a paraprofessional in a special...
Skills:

First Aid

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Julianne D.


Carver, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

.loving.......dependable...........honest............compassionate

Hello, how are today? My name is Julianne I'd love to be part of yours. I've had the honor and pleasure to have worked with about 50+ kids over the last 20+ years. I have been very involved in the school system and I have awesome references. I am very proud and consciences about my reputation. I love children and I have always...
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Meghan M.


Warren, RI

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

I worked at L. I. F. E. Incorporated for 2 years, where I help with the everyday needs of adults with disabilities. I would love to help out however I can.
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Christine E.


Middleboro, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hello, my name is Krissy, I am a wife and a mom of two girls looking for work while they are in school. I can do anything that needs to be done including but not limited to personal care, housekeeping, laundry, organizing, shopping and running errands, meal prep, drive to doctors appointments or other social outings. Would love...
I am a 28-year-old mom to a 15-month-old girl. I have been working at a private school for children with autism and other special needs for the past 4+ years. However, I am looking for a change of pace! I am CPR, first aid certified, as well as fingerprinted through the state (as required by employer). I have taken many child...
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Lauren B.


Warren, RI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Nurturing Nanny With A Background In Behavior & Special Needs

I'm a nanny with over 18 years of experience currently looking for a new family! I'm looking for a part time position (approximately 10-16 hours a week) with flexibility for days and times. I am available to start the week of March 17, 2025. I have experience with newborn through age 17 including (but not limited to) infant...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lisa G.


East Falmouth, MA

$35/hr6 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: Companionship, personal care, transportation, dementia, mobility assistance
I have many years of experience working with kids of all ages, and children with special needs. Although it was not paid work, I was the family babysitter and would watch up to 3/4 kids at a time from the age of 12 till now. I also volunteered as a camp staff throughout high school at a horse barn, where I was working with...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jerilyn G.


Middletown, RI

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Coastal Grandma For Hire!

Coastal Grandma for hire! :) Retired (but very active), fun loving, dependable, responsible and very experienced caregiver for your child(ren)! I'll bring my positive, nurturing energy to share with your family! I was a licensed in-home daycare provider for years (when my children were preschool aged), I have lots of experience...
Jerilyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have been in the medical field for 30+ years I was certified as a nursing assistant at the age of 18 and then went into medical professional with billing and coding then went on to the mental health field as a counselor for disabled adults for 18 years at Community Systems/ Cape Abilities on cape cod. I ran 2 group homes for...
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Shelley M.


Portsmouth, RI

$25-50/hr20 yrs exp

With over two decades of personal and professional experience working with children with special needs, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my friendly nature, allows me to connect with children and create a safe and stimulating environment...
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Emily M.


Fall River, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

I worked for Kennedy Donovan Center with adults with developmental delays along with mental health disorders for 3 years. I currently work for Crystal Springs wnere I care for 8 children aged 4-16 with varying developmental disorders. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am knowledgeable with seizure disorders and austism...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Bedford, MA

Heather P.

5.0

I have used Heather since September 2012 to watch my 6 year old son with special needs. Heather has been wonderful with him. I trust her to make the right decisions while she is caring for him. My son is very fond of Heather too. I would definitely recommend Heather as a caregiver.

- Melissa H.

Julie G.

5.0

I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden and a fall risk. Julie did this with energy, compassion and insight, providing me with much needed respite from the 24 hour care my wife needed. She accompanied...

- IRVING S.

Kim M.

5.0

I recently met with Kim because my husband and I were looking for a nanny for our 6 month old baby girl. As first time parents we were extremely nervous about the thought of leaving our baby with someone we didn't know, but after our first meeting with Kim all of our fears were gone and we knew she...

- Chelsey B.

Erin C.

5.0

Erin is as top-notch as it gets for a sitter. She's intuitive, experienced and our son loves her. We would not hesitate to hire her, she has been nothing short of excellent.

- Amy P.

Emily M.

5.0

Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the time. Our little one was always out discovering new places and was always tired after Emily left! (A very good thing!) I loved her easy going personality and...

- Kelly G.

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in New Bedford, MA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.