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Find special needs caregivers in Patchogue, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Patchogue, NY

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Patchogue, NY

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Anweshi D.


Ronkonkoma, NY

$49-50/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Anweshi. I have pretty much raised my younger cousin, then was a babysitter for our family friend's children. I have 2 years of baby-sitting experience as I have tutored kids with special needs and babysat young kids and teenagers. I have worked with mostly kids aged 4+ to teenagers of age 15-16. I work well...
Anweshi can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!"

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."

Meryl B.

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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her."

Andrea I.

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Christine E.


Middle Island, NY

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a degree in Child Development/Early Childhood Education and I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I have been a summer live-in nanny for a family with children ages 8-12 and a full-time nanny for children ages 5 months to 6-years-old. I have experience as a Special Education paraeducator for children of all ages...
Christine can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Karen D.


Holbrook, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I have worked at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind...
Karen can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities."

Carrie Y.

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Kristina C.


Blue Point, NY

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience in childcare. I worked at a special needs preschool for four years as well as done individual child care since I can remember. I am a very compassionate person, as well as patient. I am that type of person who isn't afraid of getting dirty, loves arts and crafts and is very imaginative. I have...
Kristina can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We've hired Kristina for occasional weekend sitting for our 2yr old son. She is great with him, taking care of all his needs and engaging him when he plays. Would definitely hire Kristina again!"

Christine P.

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Elise H.


Nesconset, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elise is truly special. She is a well mannered, kind and passionate person. I was very impressed with the care she gave my mom who has Alzheimer’s Disease. Elise has a great personality and a very strong work ethic. She easily adapted to my mom’s needs and worked...

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Allie R.


Coram, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced, Professional And Outgoing Nanny!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi... I'm Allie and I have over 10 years of quality childcare experience! I currently work part time as a preschool teaching assistant for children with special needs, and before that I was a full time nanny for 4 years in NYC. I hold a bachelor's degree in child psychology! In addition, I am the mother of one soon to be...
Allie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"We love being able to work with Allie and her child whenever they are available! We've hired her 3-4 times at this point and hope to continue working with her regularly. Her communication with us is great, and her care for our infant child is outstanding. When we...

Tasha V.

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."

Philomena R.

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Saima N.


Holbrook, NY

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I have provided special needs and senior care for a few years now. I have a lot of experience and would love to share with you.
Saima can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, respite care, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Maureen B.


Oakdale, NY

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I'm Maureen. I'm new to Florida oringinally from NY. I work for SCPS but am looking to make extra money. I enjoy working w the elderly as much as I enjoy working w kids !! I'm a people person. I have 15 yrs experience working in group homes for adults w special needs. I'm mature and responsible. My interests are my daughters...
Maureen can also help with: Dementia, respite care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Vanessa R.


Holtsville, NY

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care For You're Little One!

My name is Vanessa. I have experience with preemies, newborns and children up through middle school. My recent background is in Pediatric Nursing for about 7 years and over 10 years childcare experience in homes and daycares. Previous special needs experience as well.
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Michael A.


Middle Island, NY

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Available Weekdays And Or Weekends For When Parents Have To Go To Work Or Go Out.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
Michael can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
I have worked in an assisted living for 5 years and now I currently work with children with special needs. I love what I do and have the patience and compassion to work well with people of all ages and disabilities. If you are looking for a compassionate, caring, optimistic sitter I am here to help!
Victoria can also help with: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Faith S.


Bohemia, NY

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Faith and I'm a responsible and patient babysitter with a lot of experience in taking care of children of any age. I have also worked around special needs kids and kids with ADHD. I'm always up for a good game or some time to do crafts! I'm also a huge animal person! I'm a reliable person who will always put...
Faith can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Janine H.


Holtsville, NY

$25/hr3 yrs exp

Happy Sitter

Hello! My name's Janine, I am a college graduate from SUNY Cortland where I studied Recreational Therapy, which is essentially using recreation to enhance individual's overall well being. Through my college's program, I've had the opportunity to lead an after school recreation program and be involved in the kid's recess to...
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Alyssa R.


Moriches, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I've been caring for children since 2006 . I've done home babysitting for many years and certainly still do . I worked as a teachers assistant in the preschool for 2 years and currently am a business owner of a cleaning service ! I have experience with children with allergies and any special needs . I Am also a caregiver for...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I work as a special education TA in pat med school district I have experience working with special needs for 2 years I worked in Boces for 1. 5 years

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Patchogue, NY

Anweshi D.

5.0

Anweshi is a very reliable and fantastic tutor. I highly recommend her!

- Care member

Amanda M.

5.0

I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son.

- Meryl B.

Chynel W.

5.0

I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me

- Care member

Wendy M.

5.0

Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family. Anyone would be lucky to have her.

- Andrea I.

Karen D.

5.0

Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We also trusted her to drive them safely to and from activities.

- Carrie Y.

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