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Special needs caregivers in North Grosvenordale, CT

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Gabrielle L.


Moosup, CT

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, my name is Gabrielle. I am 26 with a 1-year-old daughter and an almost 4-year-old son so I have great experience with babies and Children! I have worked with special needs adults as well as children. I have babysat for years since the age of 16. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a super fun and creative person that...
Gabrielle can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy and safe while they are in her care. I have no complaints about Gabrielle, she is wonderful!"

Michaela C.

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Holly P.


Cherry Valley, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child/Adult Care Specializing In Special Needs

Hi! Over the years I have worked as a child/adult care provider, specializing in Special Needs. I have provided one on one care for kids, teens, and adults with a wide array of disabilities which include Behavioral Intervention, Management, and Modification. I have excellent references and would prefer to work 1:1. My skills are...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust with her and his skills improved in her care."

Kathleen C.

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Jennifer W.


Sturbridge, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in home health care and residential care for approximately 10 years each. Within residential care, I provided residential habilitation services, as well as non-residential habilitation and specialized companion services within the community. I worked with people who had varying degrees of intellectual disabilities...
5.0
"Jennifer words can't express how awesome Jen is. She has been a lifesaver to us. We have a daughter who has special needs and has seizures and is not able to walk or talk. We needed someone we could trust and feel comfortable with. Jen is that person. When we...

Carol D.

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Denise L.


Foster, RI

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Devoted Care-giver By Nature

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Denise. I began my care-taking career by taking care of my father, a disabled Korean war vet with PTSD. Years later my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and diabetes. I treasured caring for her until the end of her journey. I also raised three children with special needs. Through these experiences I realized...
Denise can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care
5.0
"I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List" of the best of the best. She has a giving, warm personality, sense of humor and comfort with elders. My mom...

Lori S.

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Nancy L.


Uxbridge, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my Name is Nancy! I have over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborn to teen. I have years of professional in center experience as an EEC certified infant/toddler and Preschool teacher as well as a Nanny. I homeschooled my own children for many years also. I have experience with multiples, preemies, and...
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Susan S.


Spencer, MA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a B. A in preschool through 3rd grade. I was a preschool and special needs teacher for several years. I worked as a Development Specialist for Early Intervention working w children 6 months to 3 years old. I've been in childcare for the past 20 years. I find working with children a fun and rewarding experience. When I...
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Brittany W.


North Scituate, RI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Registered Nurse Looking To Be Your Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi There! My name is Brittany. I am a Registered Nurse who has 10+ years of childcare experience and am certified in CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. I have managed care for up to 6 children at one time and have significant experience with newborns and children with special needs. I am caring, loving, athletic, creative,...
Brittany can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Brittany was an excellent caregiver for our 3 month old son. She was always on time (even with early morning hours) and we always felt safe knowing that she was there with our baby. She is caring, energetic and knowledgeable, and the only reason we parted ways is...

Carol B.

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Susan H.


Brooklyn, CT

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Engaging, Trustworthy Babysitter Available

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting at 11 years old for neighbors' kids. I was a camp counselor and a lifeguard in my teens. I love doing craft projects and reading. I raised 2 boys and have a 6-year-old grandson and 2 granddaughters who are my heart and soul. I have a Bachelor's degree from Sacred Heart University. I love cats and dogs. I am...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Sue is the perfect nanny, she trustworthy and treats my kids I like family. We still have a relationship with today many years later."

Nekeisha E.

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Mary S.


Worcester, MA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

SLP Grad Student That Loves Working With Kids, Accommodating Special Needs, & Early Com. Development

I am currently in graduate school to become a speech language pathologist. I have more than 12 years of experience working with kids with autism, special needs, and/or significant behavioral needs. I am interested in early child development & communication and I specifically want to work with infants and/or toddlers developing...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Pat J.


Willington, CT

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate And Reliable Caregiver

Ever since I started volunteering at a local nursing home when I was in the 7th grade, I have enjoyed caring for the elderly. I am a very compassionate person who is attentive to details when caring for either an elderly person or a child with special needs. I have been a caregiver for seniors with dementia, Alzheimer's, and...
Pat can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia
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Kelsey T.


Worcester, MA

$23-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

Hi! My name is Kelsey. I am a new mom with an almost 8-month-old. I have an undergraduate and masters degree in special education, and currently work in human services. With that, I have both academic and professional experience working with individuals with special needs, ranging from adolescence to adulthood. Babysitting was...
Kelsey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Mikaela K.


Brooklyn, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Time Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mikaela and I hold a Master's Degree in School Counseling and currently work as full-time high school counselor. I am looking for some possible evening babysitting as well as weekend and/or date night jobs! I have many years of experience with children of all ages from 6 weeks to teenagers and watching up to 5...
Mikaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alysia L.


Millbury, MA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

RBT

For the past five years I have worked as an RBT (registered behavioral technician) with children ages 3-11 with special needs. I currently am a paraprofessional working in the School District in their intensive needs classroom grades preschool- first grade. I have experience with children with ASD, Down Syndrome along with...
Alysia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Danielle G.


Worcester, MA

$18/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Energetic Nanny!

I'm Danielle and I'm 27 years old. I do have a 13-month-old daughter who i'd be taking with me during the day. We love to do arts and crafts, go outside, and play! Reading is also one of our favorites. I have experience with children of all ages and children with special needs. I also have reliable transportation. Pets are not...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Jocelin H.


Uxbridge, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there- I'm Jocelin! I have 11 years of experience and I currently work as a nanny, and previously worked at a daycare, as well as an ABA therapist. I've worked with children ages 3 months- 9. I also have worked with children with special needs. I am able to plan activities/crafts based on your child's development to help them...
Jocelin can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Gabriella S.


Charlton, MA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Looking To Begin A Career As A Full-Time Nanny! Available Monday-Friday

I have 7+ years of childcare experience. I am CPR/AED/first aid/safety care trained. I have experience teaching, nannying, and working with special needs children. I am looking for a full time and potentially long term position.
Gabriella can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Frankie! I graduated from Clark in 2022 and am seeking a full time nannying position. I started babysitting in my neighborhood when I was 12 and have had multiple long term nannying jobs. I'm originally from Seattle, and have worked as a counselor, backpacking trip leader, and art program director at various summer...
Alice can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Leanne W.


Danielson, CT

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experiences Special Needs Professional

I formerly worked in a group home for adolescents with disabilities. This involved daily care including bathing assistance, getting ready for the day, putting them to bed, medication administration, etc. The adolescents in the home had a variety of impairments from down syndrome and cerebral palsy to autism and behavioral...
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Krystal F.


Millville, MA

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

PCA

Hi there ! My name is Krystal I have been a PCA for almost three years now . I have a lot of experience I have a 7-year-old daughter that I have and continue to care for and she has special needs and needs lots of care , I also have a 2-year-old daughter . I love caring for other people and helping any way I can ! I am just...
Krystal can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Susan C.


Auburn, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

I am the parent of a 19 yr. old son with autism and mod.-severe intellectual disability - Have had 18 yrs. of hands on experience

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in North Grosvenordale, CT

Gabrielle L.

5.0

Gabrielle has watched both of my children and I would hire her again and again! She really puts the time and effort in to make sure the kids are happy and safe while they are in her care. I have no complaints about Gabrielle, she is wonderful!

- Michaela C.

Holly P.

5.0

Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust with her and his skills improved in her care.

- Kathleen C.

Jennifer W.

5.0

Jennifer words can't express how awesome Jen is. She has been a lifesaver to us. We have a daughter who has special needs and has seizures and is not able to walk or talk. We needed someone we could trust and feel comfortable with. Jen is that person. When we first met her we know Jen was the...

- Carol D.

Denise L.

5.0

I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List" of the best of the best. She has a giving, warm personality, sense of humor and comfort with elders. My mom loves being around her. And she's...

- Lori S.

Brittany W.

5.0

Brittany was really helpful as a sitter when our son was first born. She has a lot of infant and night nurse experience and knew how to help instill a bedtime routine, calm him down, and take care of him for us during date nights!

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