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Angelle S.


New London, CT

$25/hr2 yrs exp

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I have 2 years of professional experience caring for children w/ special needs, as well as 8 years of personal experience. I was a Behavioral Tech. who cared for folks with ASD who often had other comorbidities, & provided behavioral therapy as well as teach fine motor skills, daily life skills, etc. I am CPR certified,...
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Samantha C.


New London, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with children/adults that have developmental disabilities and/or behavioral health. I enjoy learning what best supports the person to give them the best quality of life! I love helping all and embrace everything that makes us different.
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Jennifer B.


Waterford, CT

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Wellness Caregiver

I have experience working with a senior who had Cerebal Palsy and used a wheelchair. I am reliable, compassionate and dedicated.
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Riley D.


Niantic, CT

$10-15/hr

Part Time Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people. I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting. After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years. I used to volunteer at...
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"Riley is very personable with my two kids age 9 and 6 years. He's willing to try new things like going out on a paddle board for the first time, and other outdoor activities. My kids love him! He has a flexible schedule at this time which has been helpful to us....

Jennifer T.

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Lois A.


Old Lyme, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Elder Care /

I have over 20 years experience working with adults and children, I have worked with hospice patients special needs children and adults and pretty much anything you need. I am CPR trained , First aide trained. I also am med. certified and fully vaccinated. If you are looking for companionship, errand services , meal prep, help...
Lois can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, transportation, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Riley D.


Niantic, CT

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Companion

I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people. I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting. After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years. I used to volunteer at...
Riley can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Lois A.


Old Lyme, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

CPR FIRST AID PMT CT MEDICATION CERTIFIED

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Over 25 years of experience with special needs, Alzheimer's patients, hospice care , transfers, feeding, assistance bathing . I will run errands and do light housekeeping and meal prep. I am medication certified thru the state of Ct. I am CPR,& first aide certified also. Communication is very important between families and your...
Lois can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Riley D.


Niantic, CT

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs

I have varied experience and love working with animals, children, the elderly, and special needs people. I have both paid and unpaid experience with babysitting. After high school, I volunteered at a program where I shadowed the caregiver of a special needs woman. I worked with them for a couple of years. I used to volunteer at...

Lindsey M.


Preston, CT

$23-50/hr2 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as detailed, attentive and caring. I like caring for people with special needs because it's something I've been drawn to since elementary school, and enjoy making a difference in somebody's day. I'm looking for a job that has flexible hours; as I have 2 toddlers at home and am currently expecting....
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Judith M.


Willimantic, CT

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

CNA, Special Needs Teacher, Regular Teacher

Bathing, help with dressing, help with toileting, meal preparation, feeding, emptying catheter, bed making etc
Judith can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"A friend of my family was experiencing a life threatening health emergency. Judith recognized the symptoms and urged our friend to go to the hospital. Because of that, our friend is alive today. During his recuperation, Judith took care of him. She was...

Jacqueline C.

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Arielle S.


Mystic, CT

$23-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time And Occasional Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun, loving, creative, and responsible babysitter and nanny. Over the past 15 years, I have been directly responsible for supervising over 200 children in group settings, residences, schools, and community settings. My responsibilities include supervision of children from newborn to 19 years of age. I have been a...
Arielle can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very...

Rebecca S.

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Daniel W.


Jewett City, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Care Giver

I've been helping people with special needs for over 20 years. I feel I have a lot to offer seniors in that aspect. I've learned to cook for special diets and take care of personal care concerns.
Daniel can also help with: Home modification, personal care, respite care
5.0
"I've known Dan for about 6 years working with the Groton Special Olympic program. H's been a volunteer with us and works amazingly with folks with disabilities. He is patient , funny engaging with all of the athletes he works with. He is very dependable and who...

Eileen C.

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Robert F.


Canterbury, CT

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Caregiver, Available Immediately.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had four years of experience caring for elderly gentlemen. I worked for 2 families, one of which the gentleman had a great deal of special needs. George had a stroke and was physically handicapped and unable to walk or perform any ADL's on his own. I was available to him 24-7 for a period of two years until he passed...
Robert can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care
5.0
"Robert arrived to our appointment punctually and with a great attitude. He offered for any type of care or hours that we needed. He is a great candidate to provide companionship or for help with elderly care"

Julia D.

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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified

Hello, Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
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Cindy B.


Windham, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Early Childhood Educator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I hired Katie for an urgent job to transport my special needs kiddo and to take care of our cats while I was away. She was just awesome! Handled my kiddo perfectly. Was entirely reliable and in communication. Was flexible as the details and schedule changed...

Lecia P.

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Daniel W.


Jewett City, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver/Job Coach/Life Coach With Special Needs Adults.

My name is Dan. I've been supporting people with mental and physical needs since 1998. I have cared for people in group homes, day programs and private care. I have supported people who are highly involved as far as medical and people who have had considerable behavior issues. I have experience cooking meals following dietary...
5.0
"Dan is a fantastic individual. Dependable, easy going. Is wonderful with special individuals."

Leslie B.

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Tina G.


Willimantic, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for seniors, special needs, for 33 years. I have worked in nursing homes, in home care, private in home care. tasks include am care, pm care, meal prep, feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, transportation, light house keeping, laundry, food shopping. I am very passionate about what I do. enjoy getting to...
Tina can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Sarah O.


Ledyard, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I have many years experience as a nurse aide and caregiver. I've worked with all different kinds of special needs patients. I have been CPR and first aid certified. I'm also a mother of 5 :).

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oakdale, CT

Riley D.

5.0

Riley is very personable with my two kids age 9 and 6 years. He's willing to try new things like going out on a paddle board for the first time, and other outdoor activities. My kids love him! He has a flexible schedule at this time which has been helpful to us. We live in NYC and needed someone...

- Jennifer T.

Judith M.

5.0

Judith is a patient and compassionate Christian woman with a great heart who is devoted to doing the best she can in all she does! She is a strong woman of God.

- Jamie C.

Arielle S.

5.0

Arielle watched my boys for a couple of hours while I was at a doctor's appointment. The kids and I felt very comfortable with her. She was punctual and took time to ask questions regarding the kids' needs. The kids enjoyed having her spend time with them very much. We look forward to having her...

- Rebecca S.

Daniel W.

5.0

Dan is very personable and outgoing. He always puts the clients best interests first. He develops great relationships with the clients he works with. I recommend him!

- Victor C.

Robert F.

5.0

Robert arrived to our appointment punctually and with a great attitude. He offered for any type of care or hours that we needed. He is a great candidate to provide companionship or for help with elderly care

- Julia D.

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