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Special needs caregivers in New Cumberland, PA

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Jennifer M.


New Cumberland, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been in the nursing field for over 24 yrs and have work with children all the way up to adult hood I am patient compassionate understanding and empathetic very out going and personable I love children and have one of my own and 3 grand children
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Bernita B.


Middletown, PA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience working with the elderly and disabled. I performed all personal care duties, light housekeeping, errands meal prep. and companionship. I also have over 20 years experience with special needs.
Bernita can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Bernita is just so nice and has a warm personality. She is kind and caring to my mom and completed all the tasks my mom had for her. She did wash and also helped her with bathing. Very nice person."

Lori Y.

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Ellen W.


Harrisburg, PA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Ellie

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Ellie! I am a current student at Messiah University's Masters of Occupational Therapy Program. My experience with babysitting started at a young age, helping with childcare at my church. In high school, I started official part-time babysitting gigs and lifeguarding. The skills I have gained through lifeguarding,...
Ellen can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ellie is an amazing sitter for us! She has always been on time and we come home to a totally clean house! My kids who are normally super shy love her!!"

Meaghan C.

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Kay A.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children in total for about 10 years. I have experience mainly working with children in the age range of 6 mo.-12 yrs. I worked in a nursery for about four years, and before that, I had classroom experience with children in the early school age range. I have also done volunteer work with school age children....
Kay can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Always on time. Always has a great attitude. Amazing with my kids. Knows how to discipline with our guidelines and making sure the kids know she means business without being cruel or mean and we love and appreciate that! Hands on and loved our kiddos! Our oldest...

Latoya S.

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Mavis M.


Camp Hill, PA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Monday To Friday

Hi, I'm Mavis but you can call me Meme. I have experience working with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens(0-12). I'm great at keeping kids entertained and finding fun activities for them to do. I can prepare healthy meals and snacks for your children. I'm also comfortable with light cleaning and can help keep your...
Mavis can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I have known Mavis for a couple of years and I must say her work with children is exceptional. She is kind and patient with my kids, very reliable and responsible. She is a punctual person and is always willing to help."

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Amy S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher/Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with children since I was 12, my experience ranges from working in homes, homeschooling my own children, tutoring, preschool, elementary school and special needs (primarily autistic children.) I love children and have a passion to see them grow and develop to their potential. I'd love to meet you and assist you and...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Amy is reliable and so very kind, caring and sweet with our two children. She has an amazing heart and really cares for the kids and the work she does. We are lucky to have found her! The kids are so happy with her. As two working parents, she has helped us...

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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Children And Senior Care Provider

Experienced caregiver looking for part time evening and weekend work. I have been in the home nursing industry for 5 years but have moved into the management side, but would still love to work one-on-one with patients part time outside of my full time job. Reliable transportation. Experience with special needs (pediatric and...
Michaela can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable! "

Samantha N.

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Deanna D.


Middletown, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with individuals with disabilities for 14+ years. I was a group home supervisor for approximately 8 of the 14 years. I have several years of home health care as well. My last 2 jobs I have found on this very site. I feel confident that My references are very good. I consider myself to be a caring person who would...
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Amy S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$13-16/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a teenager, my Mom worked for the United Cerebral Palsy Association. Working with their summer programs for preschool and elementary aged children was my first experience. Since then, having a degree in education, I have worked as a TSS for autism, preschool teacher, substitute in public school, para with Special Needs...
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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Home Health Aide With CPR Certification

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Michaela. I am 24 years old and have 6 years of home care experience. Most of my Home Care experience is in Special Needs/Pediatrics, but also have 1 years of hands on Senior Care experience. Working with Pediatrics has been a true labor of love for me over the past 6 years, and while I primarily work in senior...
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Carly B.


Camp Hill, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Carly! I'm a mature nanny with 15+ years of experience. I just moved back to the Harrisburg area and am seeking positions in nannying, tutoring, and pet sitting. I can offer very flexible scheduling! I am fully vaccinated, and love to sit for school-aged kids and toddlers, but I also have experience with younger infants...
5.0
"Amazing personality! Very reliable!"

Brittney P.

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Mona M.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Mona. I am a 41-year-old mom that loves working with children. I've worked as a preschool teacher for 4 years. I also babysit in my house. I have volunteered with children for 12 years and have been babysitting for 10 years. I have cared for special needs children from the ages of 1 month to 12 years. I enjoy spending...
Mona can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Mona has watched my infant son for about a month. She has been very reliable, friendly, and wonderful to work with. Mona provides the type of mother-style in-home care we were looking for. I love how she will send me pictures or videos throughout my work day...

Alyssa J.

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Ashley T.


Enola, PA

$16-19/hr4 yrs exp

I worked as an Instructional Assistant at an elementary school with special needs children in Life Skills. I also am a caregiver for my elderly grandmother. I have a dog and 2 cats. I have also worked with adults that had mental and intellectual disabilities for 3 years. Previously worked with adults and children that have...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jennifer S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$20-36/hr10 yrs exp

Senior care

I am a compassionate, professional, and capable individual. I have more than 10+ years experience both professionally, and personally. I've worked in elderly care, and child care. I've provided assistance to individuals with a variety of needs. I am certified with Senior Care. I've been a Teachers aid for elementary students...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

I have two 7-year-old sisters and have many younger cousins that I spend my weekends with. I love to babysit and once I graduate high school I plan on going to college to major in early education. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts.
I have 4 years of experience working with children with special needs in a school setting I have 3 years of experience caring for patients in a hospital setting. I have 6 years of experience as a Navy Medic Reservist. I worked as a Nanny for three children. My fiancé has a 7-year-old and there is never a dull moment. I enjoy...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Erin M.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education

I have nine years of babysitting experience, in that time one of my families I grew close to had a child with Epilepsy and Seizures. I began working with the child regularly, with letters, numbers, potty training, and more. I soon learned I absolutely loved working with children with mental disabilities. This knowledge helped me...
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Amy S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$8-16/hr1 yrs exp

Care-Giver Looking To Be Of Service

My experience ranges from helping infants through to seniors. I also help special needs individuals. My care giving has included meal preparation, clean up, assisting the eating process, basic functions such as sitting in a chair, or toilet needs. I currently assist a woman part time, who battles with Parkinson's Disease. Duties...
Hello, my name is Nathaniel. I have worked with the geriatrics population and people with mental disabilities for over 12 years now and love it. I provide personal care like showers, grooming and do laundry, house keeping, medication reminder, doctor appointments, protect patient in and out of the home, feeding/assist if...
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Lauryn S.


Mechanicsburg, PA

$28-35/hr7 yrs exp

Postpartum Doula

I have 7+ years of experience working with children. As a Postpartum Doula (training through ProDoula), I can do overnights or any day services needed with a max of 25 hours/week.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Cumberland, PA

Bernita B.

5.0

Bernita is just so nice and has a warm personality. She is kind and caring to my mom and completed all the tasks my mom had for her. She did wash and also helped her with bathing. Very nice person.

- Lori Y.

Ellen W.

5.0

Ellie is an amazing sitter for us! She has always been on time and we come home to a totally clean house! My kids who are normally super shy love her!!

- Meaghan C.

Kay A.

5.0

Always on time. Always has a great attitude. Amazing with my kids. Knows how to discipline with our guidelines and making sure the kids know she means business without being cruel or mean and we love and appreciate that! Hands on and loved our kiddos! Our oldest will always bring up fond memories of...

- Latoya S.

Mavis M.

5.0

I have known Mavis for a couple of years and I must say her work with children is exceptional. She is kind and patient with my kids, very reliable and responsible. She is a punctual person and is always willing to help.

- Care member

Amy S.

5.0

Amy is reliable and so very kind, caring and sweet with our two children. She has an amazing heart and really cares for the kids and the work she does. We are lucky to have found her! The kids are so happy with her. As two working parents, she has helped us in such a big way.

- Care member

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