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Special needs caregivers in North Adams, MA

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Saradee H.


North Adams, MA

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

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I have extensive experience with taking care of children due to my parents doing foster care and babysitting children from newborn twins to teens. I also have experience taking care of special needs children. I love to do arts and crafts and outdoor activities and am a very responsible adult who loves to have fun.
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Stephanie R.


Rowe, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Stephanie R. and I am 45 years old. My experience includes decades of work as a professional nanny and foster parent to children with special needs. I have cared for children of all ages and have acquired substantial experience throughout the years. Some of that experience includes caring for an infant as an overnight...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Stephanie was great to work with. I'd happily hire her again."

Patrick K.

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Tina L.


Readsboro, VT

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi my name is Tina. I have always liked caring for people with special needs as a child. I grew up with a sister who never could speak or hear so I always took the extra time to try to help others especially kids with special needs. I have worked as a nanny-babysitter for years and learned that every child is different in their...
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Stephanie R.


Rowe, MA

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Part or Full Time Caregiver Available

I am the oldest of three and a loving aunt. My experience includes working as a professional nanny and foster parent to children with special needs. I am soft spoken and very patient. Children have always been drawn to me. I am involved in my church and have had ministry training. I taught missions Sunday School to children from...
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Crystal M.


Pittsfield, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Diane S.


Bennington, VT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking Forward: Seniors, Children And Those With Special Needs

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with Seniors, children, at-Risk Youth, MR, MH, Autistic and Brain trauma clients for many years in my first career. I am experienced in Medical Management, Prescription drug prompting and administration, Clinical observation and reporting, memory exercises, personal hygiene assistance, transportation to medical...
Diane can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

4.0
"Diane is a very helpful and caring aide. Right from the start she has always been on time, willing to work every day and an avid cleaner. She has been helpful to both myself and my wife. She is able to do a range of tasks and knowledgeable in many areas of home...

Charles O.

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Rachel S.


Pittsfield, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Extremely Fun Nanny :)

I have 10 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Compassionate and patient. Has babysat my daughter multiple times and she always gets picked up with a smile on her face, asking when she is going back. Her son is well behaved and a great friend/ play mate for my daughter while she is getting babysat. Rachel...

Kristen E.

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Crystal M.


Pittsfield, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had...

Care member

Hello! My name is Gionnah and I am really hoping to get some more babysitting jobs! I have about 4 years of experience in child care. I also have quite a bit of experience in special needs care. I'm willing to help after school, and date nights! As of right now I do play volleyball so my schedule is changing slightly. But I am...
Gionnah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping
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Diane S.


Bennington, VT

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Woman To Provide Gentle, Nurturing, Fun, Creative, And Emotionally Supportive Childcare

Hello, Prior to my most current career in the brokerage industry, I spent many years in the social services field, specifically in residential and vocational programs for special needs children and adults. I also worked with the geriatric population. I have worked with children with duel diagnosis of MR/MH as well as autism and...
Diane can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Katelyn R.


Bennington, VT

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I hope this message finds you and your family well. My name is Katelyn, and I'm reaching out to introduce myself as an experienced caregiver with over 10 years of dedicated service. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of caring for children, the elderly, and individuals with various physical and mental...
Hello my name is Lisa M. I am a social therapist. I have worked and lived with individuals who have all different abilities for 5years now. I believe that I can be of help to take care of your loved one who has special needs and be a person they can trust and build a friendship with. I feel like I am called to do this type of...
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Jolene D.


Cheshire, MA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

I did two summers at a summer camp program with children who had development disabilities and behaviors. . I have been a CNA/HHA for 9+yrs and special needs. I have knowledge of seizure protocols, non-verbal communication, personal care, and activities. Hope that can sum up most of my experience.
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Louise W.


Hoosick Falls, NY

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caring And Happy!

With a deep understanding of diverse needs of individuals with special requirements, I bring a wealth of experience and dedication to providing compassionate care. My background includes working with individuals across a wide spectrum of conditions, including autism, physical disabilities, and dementia. I pride myself on...
For past two years, I have been employed at Hillcrest Educational Centers working 1:1 with students 8-21 years of age on the Autism Spectrum. Most of my student display high-levels of aggression and/or self-injurious behaviors. Many of them are non-verbal and have a history of seizures. I am Medication certified as well as...
I have experience working with infants to people with special needs and developmental disorders. I am kind, respectful, punctual, and reliable.
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Ashley R.


Bennington, VT

$10-15/hr

Experienced Special Needs Babysitter

Hello! My name is Ashley and I've worked with children in the field for 5 years! Through the years I have volunteered at a Special Olympics for young children, and interned at a school for children with physical and intellectual disabilities! In the past five years, I have worked with children with a range of disabilities;...
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Crystal M.


Pittsfield, MA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time Care Provider Available

I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
I have worked with both adults and children with all sorts of disabilities. I worked as a vocational trainer for persons with disabilities for over 11 yrs. I worked in a day program for over 5 yrs . I am kind, patient , fun loving . I enjoy the outdoors but am just as content reading or playing board games. I am able to multi...
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Monica C.


Colrain, MA

$18-30/hr1 yrs exp

Outdoorsy Creative Sitter!

I have 4 years of experience in childcare, ranging from newborn until 10 years old. I have two kiddos that will be accompanying me. They are 4m and 2y old. I also have extensive experience with children and adults with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I believe in outdoor play and...
Monica can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in North Adams, MA

Stephanie R.

5.0

Stephanie was great to work with. I'd happily hire her again.

- Patrick K.

Diane S.

4.0

Diane is a very helpful and caring aide. Right from the start she has always been on time, willing to work every day and an avid cleaner. She has been helpful to both myself and my wife. She is able to do a range of tasks and knowledgeable in many areas of home care and minor repairs. She has been...

- Charles O.

Rachel S.

5.0

Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!

- Anne H.

Crystal M.

5.0

I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had such a positive attitude. We will...

- Care member

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