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Claire M.


Preston, CT

$17-22/hr

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Hi! My name is Claire and I am a 28-year-old self-employed professional photographer. l specialize in studio portraiture and thus my schedule is fairly flexible. I babysat a couple of wonderful kids when I was in high school and really enjoyed the experience, so I'd love to fill some of my free time with that again! I'm...
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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Heather K.


Norwich, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Professional

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!"

Erica H.

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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 works part-time for us as a Life Coach for my adult son with Down Syndrome. Dan is largely responsible for after work activities with him. Dan takes my son to Special Olympics practices, and he also encourages my son to maintain fitness by going on hikes,...

Catherine C.

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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.
Mariah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in...

Elaine K.

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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for more than 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families. I am CPR/First Aid/AED...
Joann can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"The best ever! Joann provides the type of care you expect from an NAEYC accredited facility. Top notch! She instantly created a bond with my son, because she is committed to making him her focus. I truly appreciate her flexibility in my scheduling, and her...

Marina R.

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Sara R.


Uncasville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years experience as an instructional assistant in an elementary school working with children from ages 3 to 11, including special needs. I have 2 grown children and a 19-month-old grandchild that I've cared for since birth. I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch your children grow and get to...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in...

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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
Mariah can also help with: Mobility assistance, specialized care, dementia, personal care, companionship
Skills:

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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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, respite care, personal 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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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$20/hr9 yrs exp

I Ensure That Your Children Are In Safe Hands, While Providing A Fun And Stimulating Environment.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am new to Care. com; however, I am not new to childcare or pet care! I am married and have three beautiful stepdaughters (ages 16, 9, and 7) as well as a precious baby of my own (4 months). I am also the fur mom of two dogs and two cats. I love crafts, baking, and making memories, so I have no problem spending the day...
Jamie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jamie was very flexible and I hired her when another pet sitter was unable to use my stairs. She tended to our 3 cats, two are quite old and even was able to medicate one for us. She was a delight to work with and would hire her again."

Deborah B.

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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...
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Mikayla M.


Quaker Hill, CT

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

After School Care/dog Care/babysitting

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Grocery Shopping. certified CNA. Senior in high school. I can drive and have my own car. Have done babysitting. Dog sitting and walking. Familiar with special needs.
Mikayla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Courtney S.


Oakdale, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Hardworking Individual Looking For Work!

I have been working with special needs for 15 years. I do my current clients finances, take them to appointments, cook, clean, and help them with their different programs
Courtney can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Joyce P.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attenders,home Health Aide Available For Housekeeping And Meal Prep And A Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA for 25 years and a Direct support professional at key humans services , Oak hill and whole life facility I have experience with dementia , Alzheimer's and rehab patients and special needs patients also with traumatic brain injury patients I love my profession and have a very caring and nurturing personality....
Joyce can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Provide Companionship While Assiting With Daily Activities!

I am new to this site, however, I am not new to senior care as I have 4 years of prior experience. I have both personal and professional experience with behavioral health and individuals with special needs. I am CPR and CPI trained through my previous employment as a Mental Health Worker at an inpatient hospital. I have...
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands, dementia
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Haley S.


Jewett City, CT

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Flexible Experienced Caregiver

I have worked with children with special needs for 10 plus years. From school settings to in home based care. Resume available upon request.
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Kallie W.


Norwich, CT

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Creator

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience as a camp counselor. I love being outside and planning activities that are fun for children of all ages. I can help with grocery shopping and cleaning up or whatever else you may need. Comfortable with children of all ages and/or have special needs! I most recently cared for a 5-year-old boy with CP...
Kallie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Michaela D.


Ledyard, CT

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

My Name Is Michaela And I Am In My Senior Year At Eastern Connecticut State University.

Hi, my name is Michaela. I just graduated from Eastern Connecticut State University with my Bachelors degree in Humanities and Sociology. I graduated from the Community College of Rhode Island with an AD in Early Childhood Education. I have a passion for teaching children, which is why I specialize in helping children reach...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Asdrith R.


Norwich, CT

$17-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

When I was in high school I took an early childhood education course and was able to work with kids ages 3 and up and I have loved working with kids since. I have experience in working with kids with special needs and/or behavioral issues. I am also a mom of 2. I am excited to meet you and your family! AREAS OF...
Asdrith can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Preston, CT

Heather K.

5.0

Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!

- Erica H.

Daniel W.

5.0

Dan is a fantastic individual. Dependable, easy going. Is wonderful with special individuals.

- Leslie B.

Mariah M.

5.0

She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in good hands with her!

- Elaine K.

Joann R.

5.0

My wife and I were very lucky to have family available to care for our children while we worked for a long time however, the time inevitably came to search for outside help. We were extremely nervous about what this change, and what to expect with it, and we began searching online for...

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Sara R.

5.0

- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in the NICU to his lasting severe...

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