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For 10+ years I have worked both with children and the elderly in providing excellent care in both professional(schools) and home settings.
Joan B.
River Falls, WI
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a retired photographer, mixed-media artist, who raised 3 amazing daughters and 1 wonderful nephew, 4 beautiful dogs, 2 lovely cats, 3 gorgeous birds, & retired early to care for my ailing parents in their last years. I loved every minute. Upon losing my parents, I began volunteering seniors in my neighborhood & eventually...
I currently work with three teenagers with Down syndrome and other special needs. I have experience with challenging behaviors, toileting, medications and daily life skills. I am passionate about this job because I have the ability to make their days a little brighter and they do the same for me. I love using sign language with...
Patti A.
River Falls, WI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Care Giver - Part Time Or Occasional Weekends Or Evenings
I appreciate older people and have always liked being with them. I have just recently completed a 4 week position taking care of a wonderful fellow who was suffering from Alzheimer's Disease. If you would like a reference from his family I'm sure I could provide you with it.
I cared for my father who had congestive heart failure...
I am a detail oriented person. I have 10 years of experience with personal support (companion) and respite services for persons with physical/mental challenges. I can also provide transportation of needed.
Most support can be provided after hours during the week or on the weekends during the day and evening. Some support can be...
Kady S.
River Falls, WI
$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I am currently a behavioral health technician in the St Croix valley area. I have been in this position for over three years and absolutely love helping children learn and grow. I have experience dealing with a wide range of behavioral challenges, and I strive to use the least intrusive means necessary to handle them. I'm...
Megan D.
River Falls, WI
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
With experience in both school and home environments, I provide 1:1 intentional respite care in the way each family has discovered works best for their child's unique needs and learning style. When I begin work with a new family, the most effective training comes from simply observing the relationship between the caregiver and...
I have experience in providing care for many types of individuals with many different care needs: paraplegic and quadriplegic, bed bound hospice, special needs/disabled, and more. As a task oriented person, I enjoy finding out what needs to be done and getting the job done in the easiest, fastest, and best way possible.
Jean can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, errands & more
I am a second-year student at UWRF with an Elementary Education major. I have about 6 years of experience doing mild babysitting, and have been a medically fragile special needs caregiver for the last three. I have experience with autism, cerebral palsy, and epilepsy as well as experience with medical equipment. I am not a CNA,...
Madeline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello! I am an occupational therapy assistant in a school district and am looking for a family to help with child care during summer vacation. I am a mom of 2, and I have worked with kids for the past 10 years, many with special needs. I love to play and have fun, and learn while we play! I can also help with simple meal prep...
Richelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Early Education
CPR
Hello,
I have many years of experience working with kids and adults with special needs and more specifically, kids and adults who have Down Syndrome, Autism, and OCD, among others etc..
My sister has DS and she is living with my parents and continues to enjoy activities out of the house. She is joy-filled and so much fun!...
During the school year I'm committed to my students at school. In the summer I'd like to support families in a different manner. Experiences with children and youth with special needs in the school setting often leaves me thinking about how else I can help. Supporting families with needs outside the school environment is one way...
Andrea J.
Cottage Grove, MN
$19-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Nanny, Available Full-Time, Certified Nursing Assistant
4.3
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone! My name is Andrea and I have a son myself who is 6 years old! With over 10 years of experience in the child care/nanny feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a...
Andrea can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Andrea takes great care of my wonderful autistic daughter! She goes out of the way to help educate, entertain, and take care of her. I highly recommend her!"
Klay H.
Lisa N.
Stillwater, MN
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
4.7
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for over seven years, and I'm passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. I have some graduate school under my belt, and I've taken ECE and early childhood development courses. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, and I have experience with special needs children.
I'm patient, calm,...
Lisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She's very diligent and likes to keep busy. She's good with children, very patient and kindly.
When she says she will do something, you can be sure she will do it."
Miriam S.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have 20+ years of homecare/cna service with elderly and special needs people. I enjoy working with the elderly because of their wisdom and I like learning from their history.
I am looking for companion type jobs. I am patient, experienced and want to make people comfortable in their surroundings.
I am a mother to two...
Angela can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Angie is an excellent caregiver! Always on time, friendly with a smile and a good listener. She knows how to encourage my mother to be safe and do her PT and works along side my mom so she feels it’s a partnership rather than being an old lady being taken care...
Deborah C.
5.0
(1)
Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I have cared for special needs newborns just starting life to caring for my patients in Hospice at the end of their life. I have over 25 years of experience caring for the most vulnerable. I guarantee empathy and the most dignified care.
5.0
"Mary is likely the most caring, competent provider and person I have ever met. She takes the extra time and effort to make sure you are comfortable and is very knowledgeable about lots of medical/health related issues. She also is super fun to be around. Mary...
Katie H.
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years of experience babysitting/nannying/teaching children. I have worked with ages ranging from newborns-teens and have had to care for children with special needs as well.
I am comfortable with all ages, pets, running errands, picking up, etc.
I currently am a 1st grade teacher in Saint Paul. During the summer,...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maddy nannied my kids for about a week during the summer. She stayed at the house with them while I was out of town. I have 2 children (3 & 7). When I came back my house was picked up and the girls had smiles on their faces, upset to see her go. She kept them...
Tony N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Madeline, I am a professional nanny, I have a lot of experience in being a nanny, I have worked as a care giver for the past 8 years. I grew up helping at a daycare and I also had multiple of my own nanny positions. I've taken care of children from 2 months to 14 years old. I primarily have worked with infants...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Madeline for watching our infant son while we were getting on our feet and back to work. Madeline was such a big help to our little family and we are so appreciative. She really showed such a kind hearted and compassionate attitude toward our baby and us....
Savannah L.
Cheryl K.
Saint Paul, MN
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
The Care I Give Is Customized To Your Needs. I Do Because I Care.
4.3
(6)
I have done private pay home health care for more than 14 yrs. With a wide range of experience. People with Dementia/Alzheimer's, TBI, various cancers, ostomy's, Parkinson's/Ataxia, CHF, stroke and more. Comfortable with DC, med set up, showering, various lifts. Go between for patient and MD. I have helped family members...
Cheryl can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, home modification, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Cheryl has been the main caregiver for my wife for nearly 7 years. She is very familiar with the various tools such as lifts, commode chairs,etc. She is very dutiful in sensing patient needs and has a good rapport with them. We recommend her without...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a dependable and reliable PCA. My name is Maddy, I am a certified 22-year-old. I am very trustworthy and responsible. I have taken care of kids with down syndrome and other disabilities. I am open to doing whatever is needed in caring for them. I have my own transportation and can be there when needed. I also have an...
5.0
"I never had the opportunity to have Maddie on the staff, but from what I have observed, she is caring, courteous, kind and demonstrates all the positive characteristics you would want in a caregiver. I had the honor of interviewing her a couple years ago and she...
Ramsey L.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in River Falls, WI
Andrea J.
5.0
Andrea has watched our daughter for 2 and 1/2 years. We have been so blessed to have her as a nanny for our daughter. She is very kind, nurturing and patient with her. Andrea was always great at sticking to our daughter’s schedule and building a routine with her. She was always willing to be...
- Rebecca S.
Lisa N.
5.0
Lisa has helped with my 2 girls as needed for the past 5 years. She deeply cares for the families she works for. She is always so dependable and is willing to go above the norm to help. My kids are always excited to see her! She's very observant of details and is very flexible with schedules, she...
- Meranda O.
Angela N.
5.0
Angi is caring, thoughtful and energetic. Always on time, a great fit for us. We are lucky to know her
- Care member
Mary V.
5.0
Mary is likely the most caring, competent provider and person I have ever met. She takes the extra time and effort to make sure you are comfortable and is very knowledgeable about lots of medical/health related issues. She also is super fun to be around. Mary will help you anyway she can, just...
- Katie H.
Madeline S.
5.0
Maddy nannied my kids for about a week during the summer. She stayed at the house with them while I was out of town. I have 2 children (3 & 7). When I came back my house was picked up and the girls had smiles on their faces, upset to see her go. She kept them entertained at all times but also knew...
- Tony N.
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