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Gitty F.


Pomona, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Really Energetic Person

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Hi! I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, preschool teacher, DSP for children with developmental disabilities, volunteered at a children's home/orphanage, and more! I will say I am a very energetic, compassionate, caring, friendly person! Languages: English, Hebrew
I am a mother of three children. 17, 10 and 8. I am caring, compassionate, energetic, playful, adventurous and just like to have fun. I have clean driving license, reliable transportation and I LOVE to have fun. Your child/ren will never be bored with me. I am also in school pursing an RN degree. Aside from my personal...
Christina can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Rene W.


Nanuet, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

I started looking after kids from the age of 15. I'm very patient and open-minded. I love to participate in activities with the kids. I have a very broad perspective on kids as I have experience with both my own country and in America. I have also dealt with kids with special needs. I'm mostly interested to help on the...
5.0
"René is amazing. She is so patient and knows just how to meet a child where they need to be met. She really has a heart of God and takes pride in doing her job well. "

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Rachael W.


Southfields, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Looking For A Live In Position For As Many Days As Possible

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a CNA and HHA. Also obtained my AS and half way through my BA in human services/psychology. For most cases, I'm overqualified, but I love what I do so much so I stay in this field. I stand for integrity in every single thing I do. I am honest and hard working with a good sense of humor and always with a smile on my...
Rachael can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Rachael is a caring loving person and has become part of our family! She always treated my husband with such great respect and dignity. She is very professional but always attended to both of our needs.I trusted her with the total care of my husband and was with us...

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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

VERY RELIABLE CARE GIVER

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Gillian D.


Sloatsburg, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting More Than Turing A Tv On

Hi families !! My name is Gillian and I would love to work with your children. I have 8 years of experience babysitting and am currently in college to become a teacher. I have done two 600 hour student teaching experiences at East Longmeadow middle school and Longmeadow middle school. Throughout my high school years I worked at...
Gillian can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Gillian has been babysitting in the neighborhood for years. I have been her supervisor for the last 3 years that she worked as a lifeguard at our HOA lake. She is certified in first aid and CPR. What makes Gillian a stand out is the connections she makes with the...

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Holly O.


Mahwah, NJ

$20-25/hr12 yrs exp

I am a mom of two and a g-mom of a 3-year-old boy. I have years of nannying experience, I have excellent references. I'm CPR certified, I have experience with special needs kids. I am fun, loving, active person! Reach out to see if we are a fit!
Holly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Michelle M.


Buchanan, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
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Viergelie M.


Garnerville, NY

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Bio

I have experience working with children with special needs such as Autism, Asperger's, and other disabilities. Also I've worked more than 26 years as a caregiver. I am CNA and CPR certified. It would be a great pleasure to continue supporting and caring for those with special needs.
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Richard P.


Harriman, NY

$25/hr5 yrs exp

As a natural caregiver, I've always had a strong passion for helping children blossom and grow. With five years of experience, I'm a patient, creative, and friendly individual who loves playing educational games that promote learning. I also enjoy outdoor sports and physical games. I'm comfortable enforcing household rules and...
Richard can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Richie was reliable, caring, very attentive and knowledgeable. He acted as a friend to my husband and was with him til the end. He also helped me keep it together in that heartbreaking time. 5 Star for sure!"

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Kristen Z.


Croton on Hudson, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

In Home Child Care

I am a caring and patient Nanny with Excellent references. I have worked with newborns - pre-teens, including special needs children. I am CPR/first aid certified, hold my CDA for infants/toddlers and an associates from Johnson and wales university. English speaking, non smoker, clean driving record.
Kristen can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

I like working with kids because I'm very active I can take care special needs care Twins /multiples Comfortable with pets CPR training Early child development coursework
My name is patience. And my name fits me perfectly. Married and a mother of two beautiful girls. I love to work with both seniors, kids and special kids as well. Ive been a caregiver for almost 9years and a certified HHA. Ive worked with both Agencies and private homes as well. I'm caring, passionate selfless, And a goodhearted...
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Debra B.


New City, NY

$25-40/hr

Part Time Caregiver For Seniors

I am a 58-year-old mother of two grown children. I'm currently employed at Orange Ulster Boces as a teacher's asst. for 15 years. I work with special needs students with autism, down syndrome and mentally delayed. I also work for Rockland County YMCA after school program. I have a 61-year-old mentally challenged brother who I...
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Jessica R.


Mahwah, NJ

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Jessica! I am a recent college graduate with a long history of babysitting experience, from watching little cousins, as well as for previous families. I enjoy keeping kids entertained by doing fun activities, arts & crafts, playing games, and being outdoors. I love all pets and also have a car of my own, and...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
I have an associates in psychology, working on my bachelors. I have over 4 years experience working with adults(21+) with disabilities.
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Maggie K.


Arden, NY

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

SUMMARY An enthusiastic, diligent educator who believes in providing positive support for students and their educational needs. The ability to work through stressful situations safely and efficiently to provide the best environment for both the students and staff members. A dynamic and flexible team player willing to assist in...
I have been working my entire life with people of all ages with developmental disabilities in different capacities. My experience also includes working more specifically with adults with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, brain trauma, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and people within the autistic spectrum. Contact me for more...
I am willing to teach the children my original language ( French) . Or give them painting lessons as I am minoring in fine arts . I am able to cook and adapt my cooking to peoples preferences of food . as I have mainly taken care of children in this past year , I love playing, reading and doing lots of fun and creative...
Lauréline can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Pomona, NY

Susan D.

5.0

Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.

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Rene W.

5.0

My 7 year old son doesn’t easily warm up to people & he’s pretty much independent, but it was so easy for René to connect with him. She engaged with him by taking him to parks, helped with learning workbooks, reading and sometimes putting him to bed when I had date nights.

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Rachael W.

5.0

Rachael is a caring loving person and has become part of our family! She always treated my husband with such great respect and dignity. She is very professional but always attended to both of our needs.I trusted her with the total care of my husband and was with us for over two years until...

- Care member

Gillian D.

5.0

Gillian has been babysitting in the neighborhood for years. I have been her supervisor for the last 3 years that she worked as a lifeguard at our HOA lake. She is certified in first aid and CPR. What makes Gillian a stand out is the connections she makes with the children. She is exceptional at...

- Mary M.

Richard P.

5.0

Richie was reliable, caring, very attentive and knowledgeable. He acted as a friend to my husband and was with him til the end. He also helped me keep it together in that heartbreaking time. 5 Star for sure!

- Care member

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