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Special needs caregivers in North Grosvenordale, CT

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Jackie F.


North Scituate, RI

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Care Taker

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, seizure disorder, and also have experience with care of elderly with dementia. I have administered medication, helped with bathing and changing, I can also prepare meals, low sodium, low sugar, whatever is needed. I will provide the best care for you or...
5.0
"We hired Jackie to watch our 4 month old daughter for the month of February Monday- Friday 8:30-5:30. She was wonderful! She was so loving and engaged with our daughter. She was excellent with keeping her on a schedule, feedings, changing and nap time. We also...

Catherine A.

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Gabrielle L.


Moosup, CT

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

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, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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: Live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning
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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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Carina O.


Worcester, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Large experience with children. Past 6 years I worked as babysitter for a family in Shrewsbury. Worked for Thom early intervention with special needs children. Many years as CNA for Alzheimer's center and house cleaner/ keeper. Love kids and pets. I always work beyond my bosses expectations. Reliable and supportive person.
Carina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

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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...

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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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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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Stefeni B.


Worcester, MA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have 2 adult children, one on autism spectrum and ADHD the other type 1 diabetic. I have cared for children with OCD, depression and anxiety as well as other developmental disorders. I offer child care, senior care and pet care Experienced mom of 2 boys, previous home-school teacher, Sunday school teacher, nanny and...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in North Grosvenordale, CT

Jackie F.

5.0

We hired Jackie to watch our 4 month old daughter for the month of February Monday- Friday 8:30-5:30. She was wonderful! She was so loving and engaged with our daughter. She was excellent with keeping her on a schedule, feedings, changing and nap time. We also on several occasions left her with...

- Catherine A.

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.

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