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Lindsey M.


Preston, CT

$23-50/hr2 yrs exp

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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....

Heather K.


Norwich, CT

$17-25/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: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My family would recommend Heather for any of your needs. Heather is very professional and accmadating. Heather has a lot of experience and is full of knowledge! Heather took care of my needs like I was her own family, she is also very understanding and flexible...

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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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many 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 certified (a...
Joann can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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...

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Sara has been our nanny for about 5 months now and she is amazing! My son gets so excited to see her every time she walks in the door!! She follows his routine and has helped us with making a routine!! She plays with him, is a great teacher, and did keep me updated...

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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: Personal care, mobility assistance, specialized care, dementia, companionship
Skills:

CNA

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I have known Jamie since she was 16, when she started to baby sit my son for me. He is nonverbal and lower functioning and let me just say how incredibly thankful I was that I found someone who didn’t treat him any differently! We have continued to use her over the...

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Joann R.


Gales Ferry, CT

$17-20/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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Lynn W.


Norwich, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I finished college and received a degree in Early Childhood Education from Three Rivers Community College. I've been babysitting for 15 years. I have worked in a child care center for three years. I love working with kids because they are learning as they go. I have experience with special needs children and adults too. I am...
Lynn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

5.0
"We only talked through email but she was very punctual and responded extremely fast! Hope to look to her in the future for any date night needs."

Stacie M.

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Mikayla M.


Quaker Hill, CT

$17-20/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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Hannah F.


Norwich, CT

$18-50/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

Hi everyone, I'm Hannah! I'm a reliable and patient person. I have been working with children my entire life. I have childcare experience ranging from ages 9 months old up to 15 years old. I have a lot of special needs experience as well (autism spectrum specifically). I took child growth + development classes in school, as...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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, light cleaning, transportation, errands, dementia
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Michaela D.


Ledyard, CT

$15-19/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, And in Early Childhood Education. I am currently working for the Ledyard School District as part of the RISE program and have a huge...
Michaela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Morgan B.


Norwich, CT

$19-31/hr3 yrs exp

I have had lots of experience with special needs People of all ages and I really enjoy it. I am also a CNA'
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Jill W.


Jewett City, CT

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Former LPN with over 20 years experience working directly with geriatric, individuals with intellectual disabilities, respiratory & pediatric populations. I've spent the last two years working as a nanny. I am also a Certified Labor Doula. I am CPR/First Aid, PMT certified, Medication Administration Certified through the State...
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Allison W.


Gales Ferry, CT

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher Available For Part-time Care

Hello! I am a Certified K-12 Special Education Teacher taking a break from the classroom after the birth of my son. I have worked with diversely able children who require a variety of special assistance, ranging from behavioral support to physical aid over the past five years as an educator. I pride myself on my ability to meet...
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Lacy A.


Jewett City, CT

$17-21/hr

Friendly Disposition

I work at an Elementary with special needs students. I can be prepared for whatever mood they may have with hopes it may change. I am very kind and caring and take pride in doing a good job with any employment I have had.
Lacy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands, companionship
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Shannon B.


Oakdale, CT

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello there , My name is Shannon . I hope that you and your family are well ! I am a very honest , compassionate woman with over 15 years experience working with folks with many wonderful abilities in both group home settings as well as privately; both ambulatory and non ambulatory , Verbal and nonverbal. I can assist with all...
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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience working for DDS as a support for individuals with developmental disabilities as well as physical disabilities. I also have CNA experience working with adolescents of the same nature. I also have a 2-year-old son with severe ASD who is nonverbal so I have some sign language experience as well.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Preston, CT

Heather K.

5.0

Heather was very reliable and provided excellent care to my son. I requested her help in a pinch and I won’t hesitate to request her help again

- Care member

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

Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow up, but we consider her family. My daughters still talk about her, and ask when she’s “watching us again”. So many good memories they had with her. She would...

- Care member

Sara R.

5.0

Sara has been our nanny for about 5 months now and she is amazing! My son gets so excited to see her every time she walks in the door!! She follows his routine and has helped us with making a routine!! She plays with him, is a great teacher, and did keep me updated throughout the day while I was at...

- Care member

Jamie L.

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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