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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Putnam, CT

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Putnam, CT

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Savannah C.


Putnam, CT

$20-40/hr3 yrs exp

Certified PCA/Caregiver/Companion/Housekeeper

1.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am NOT, a company that is reaching out looking to hire people! I am my own person, just looking for some extra work during the week! And also, I would like to stick with a family that is consistent and is willing to stay with me as well. That is my main goal of making the profile! Hello! My name is Savannah, and I'm just...
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Jaylene P.


Putnam, CT

$16-50/hr7 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, caring, and kind. I like caring for people with special needs because I can communicate with them well. I'm looking for a job that helps other people feel comfortable with who they are. I started caring for people with special needs when I worked in a school. In my spare time, I like to...
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Karen S.


Putnam, CT

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a mom of 8 children all grown and on their own. I have 8 grandchildren that I have helped care for. Experience with special needs. Have worked at Trudeau, and cranston arc. Patient and compassionate and love children. Reliable and flexible !!
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Karen L.


Chepachet, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

I am compassionate, dependable, caring, person. I have over 15 years of experience with Alzheimer's / dementia. I have volunteered for hospice, my local Department of Human Services, Animal Shelter, and Ambulance Corp. I have had over 4 years experience working hands on with developmentally challenged, mentally ill, and special...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally...

Joyce T.

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Savannah C.


Pomfret Center, CT

$18-45/hr9 yrs exp

Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative

Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :) I started working with children at a young...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...

Chelsie F.

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Virginia E.


Webster, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/friend

I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I have experience with direct care and also management. I am retired and available most hours. I worked as an activity coordinator for my last 5 years with elderly. In my previous years of employment I worked with special needs...
Virginia can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands & more
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about Virginia "Gigi". We were so lucky to have her help care for my Mom for the last 2 years. She provided excellent personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.) along with wonderful companionship for my Mom. She has a great positive...

Kathleen K.

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Elizabeth S.


Pascoag, RI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Babysitter

when I was a teenager I worked at wrentham state school for 5 years with special needs people. After that I worked at a school in norton ma. for special needs children. I worked as a cna for 10 years at madonna manor nursing home in the alzheimers unit. That was in north attleboro ma. I became a mother of 3 boys. Stayed at home...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
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Deanna M.


Danielson, CT

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hands On And Empathetic Caregiver

Hands on and empathetic Caregiver who has 10 years experience. My main goal is to create an environment where everyone is comfortable and the caregiving is my main priority.
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Kris D.


Webster, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Looking For A Caregiving Job

I am very easy going, but extremely responsible. I enjoy children, special needs situations, and have also worked with handicapped and elderly.
Kris can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Emma C.


Chepachet, RI

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience caring for disabled children ranging from mental disabilities to physical disabilities.
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Mikaela K.


Brooklyn, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Time Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mikaela and I hold a Master's Degree in School Counseling and currently work as full-time high school counselor. I am looking for some possible evening babysitting as well as weekend and/or date night jobs! I have many years of experience with children of all ages from 6 weeks to teenagers and watching up to 5...
Mikaela can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alison B.


Webster, MA

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hi everyone! I am a recent college graduate currently working at a school looking for extra hours after school, nights, and during the summer. I have been babysitting for over 10 years and have experience with all ages from newborn up. Along with this I also have special needs experience as I have worked in special education. I...
Alison can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
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Alison B.


Webster, MA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I currently work in Special Education and have over 5 years of experience in the field. Along with this I have specific experience in ABA. I'd love to talk more if you think I'd be a good fit.
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Donna K.


Chepachet, RI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I used to live in Lincoln for 25 years and had my own home daycare there for 23 yrs caring for children birth to teens. I very much love being with children of all ages. Later as my children grew, I became a licensed special needs foster mom for 8 children working with Tannerhill. I am now 58 and have a 4 and 5yo granddaughters...
Donna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Kimberly S.


Pascoag, RI

$30-45/hr3 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

My name is Kim, and I am a 39-year-old nanny and household manager living in Pascoag, RI. With over a decade of experience, I've worked with four long-term families and Care. com's Backup Care program. I specialize in caring for multiples and have experience with children from infancy to age 12. I'm also the head coordinator of...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Emmelia G.


Brooklyn, CT

$17-23/hr8 yrs exp

Very Experienced, Nurturing Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Emmelia, and I am passionate about providing safe, nurturing, and engaging care for children. With experience working in a public school district, I have had the privilege of working with children of all ages, including those with diverse abilities and special needs. Over the years, I have honed my skills in...
Emmelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kaitlin D.


Danielson, CT

$17-22/hr6 yrs exp

I have cared for kids of all ages including with special needs. I am compassionate and patient with children and families. I have a clean driving record and reliable vehicle. I am CPR, AED and first aid certified.
Kaitlin can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Shannon B.


Brooklyn, CT

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi There!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there my name is Shannon and I am 27 years old! I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I have worked as a PCA for individuals with special needs, a nanny for infants up to 12 years old and a pre school head teacher for roughly two years. I am American Red Cross CPR CERTIFIED and I also have my epi pen and...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi my name is Siearra and I have 5 years of experience in many unique areas of caregiving. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia needs as well as may other services. I am a non smoker and I am easy going and fun to be around. I am always willing to learn something new. I have a passion for giving the best care to...
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Chloe B.


Pascoag, RI

$16-22/hr3 yrs exp

I am a 30-year-old mother to a 6-year-old boy. My jobs have consisted of nannying for 3 years, working in a learning center (all ages, but primarily toddlers) for 3 years and I was a behavior therapist working with children with autism spectrum disorder for 3 years. I have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love kids ! I have...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Putnam, CT

Karen L.

5.0

Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally during a very stressful time. I highly...

- Joyce T.

Savannah C.

5.0

Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter, fed my daughter dinner and was even...

- Chelsie F.

Virginia E.

5.0

I cannot say enough great things about Virginia "Gigi". We were so lucky to have her help care for my Mom for the last 2 years. She provided excellent personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.) along with wonderful companionship for my Mom. She has a great positive attitude and always found crafty...

- Kathleen K.

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