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Aisha R.


Riverside, RI

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse And Experienced Babysitter

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Registered Nurse with 10+ years experience in the field. 10+ years of experience in caring for infants and children of all ages including those with special needs and developmental disabilities
Aisha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Provided before and after school care along with summer care to 4 children, 2 with special needs. A 11-year-old boy who had autism and a 12-year-old girl who had cerebral palsy. I was also employed with the Special Needs Summer Program at the Newman YMCA and the Autism Project. I enjoy working with Special Needs children and...

Lisa G.


Riverside, RI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter With Over 20 Years Of Experience Including Special Needs And Senior Care

Hi, my name is Lisa. I have 2 older sons. I have been involved in child care and senior care for over 20 years including summer camp, daycare setting and also in-home care. I have experience taking care of children from newborn to teenagers. My experience has also included Special Needs Children. I am a very patient and...
Lisa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Liz S.


Warwick, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...
Liz can also help with: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
" We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of...

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Shantell G.


Warwick, RI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiving Professional With A

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 29 years old, I have had a few care jobs in my lifetime. I love to out help others, especially those whom are elderly or individuals with special needs. Currently I am direct support professional, something I find very rewarding! In the past, I've worked with a 76-year-old man who had a spinal injury, extremely limited...
5.0
"Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate "

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Vondell B.


Cranston, RI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Available For Housekeeping, Meals, Errands, Companionship, Appointments Etc.

I have experience 8 years. I've worked with children with special need. I help out with anything that needs to be done. I'm a great cook and clean. The people I worked with I bathe, prepare meals, laundry, house work etc. I am currently the HR Director of a Homecare angency in Warwick, RI.
Vondell can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Vondell is a kind, hardworking, reliable women. She has a big heart, and treats everyone like family. All around great person. Highly recommend. "

Candice M.

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Alana B.


Providence, RI

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

CNA/Companion/Special Needs/Chores

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love caring for people, assisting in daily life activities, getting to try new things. My passion to do care began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs, and it still makes me happy to go to work. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift, other medical lifting machines, senior care experience, handicap...
Alana can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She's consistant with her medical trainings. Always comes to work an hour early, dependable, friendly."

Darwin E.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Part-time Caregiver

I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
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Abigail E.


Providence, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Ready For All Tutor, Child, And Pet Needs!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Abigail! I'm a very energetic and outgoing person in between career jobs looking to be your go to for tutoring, child care, pet sitting, etc. I have a MS degree with tutoring experience, have been babysitting since I was 16, have working with kids with special needs, and love animals! For the last year, I have been...
Abigail can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Abigail was wonderful!! She was super outgoing, took to the kids right away, listened attentively to my instructions for the night, had everyone in bed on time, and made up fun games to play with the kids. She was everything I want in a sitter. I would definitely...

Jamie J.

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Julia T.


Pawtucket, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist

My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...
Julia can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Julia was hired by the family of my best friend for hospice care. It was an extremely difficult and exhausting assignment, physically, mentally and emotionally. Julia was nothing short of an angel. Her care and compassion for L was incredible - more than anyone...

Susan L.

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Brittany M.


Pawtucket, RI

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Caregiver Availible

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am the oldest of 5 girls who I have watched more times than I can count growing up. I recently graduated from Rhode Island College with a degree in Speech Language Pathology. While in college and since graduating, I have had several babysitting/nannying jobs with both mainstream and special needs children. Additionally,...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She formed an immediate bond with my children right away. She is caring and they have lots of fun when they are with her. She is a treasure. "

Tenille N.

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Brook B.


Rehoboth, MA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For A Trustworthy Person To Care For Your Loved One ? I Will As If They Are My Own Family !!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked for VNA hospice for 3 years after getting certified as a CNA . As well as for a private Dr podiatrist which we treated mainly seniors . I Went to college for the OTA program and my internships included a residential rehabilitation center , a day program for seniors , and a facility for children with special needs . I am...
Brook can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, mobility assistance, hospice services
5.0
"Any time an elderly member of my family needs any assistance we reach out to Brook. I would highly recommend her services."

Lilly M.

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Michele H.


Cranston, RI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Caring PCA

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My life work has focuses on providing care to elders and those with special needs. My experience includes working primarily in home care settings. Clients I have worked with have a variety of needs including; assistance with transfers, general housekeeping, personal care and companionship. Primarily I have worked with...
Michele can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!"

Debra B.

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Leslie H.


Warwick, RI

$20-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

Linda W.

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Priscilla D.


Warwick, RI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Educated And Experienced

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

My name is Priscilla. I have been in child care field for 12 years. I love all sorts of children with different ages! Because of this experience and my educational background I charge a minimum of $25h. I am looking for summer time jobs, evenings, or weekends. If given enough notice I can work from 4:15-10p on week days....
Priscilla can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Priscilla was great with our one year old son, and even offered to stay later than we intended when our event ran late. She was great with him, and we will definitely be using her again!!"

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Norma C.


Pawtucket, RI

$14-20/hr15 yrs exp

Summer Part Time Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Norma, I am currently working at the Pawtucket School Department as a teacher assistant, at an elementary school. In addition, I have a special needs adult living at home with me. I have been taking care of my client at home for the last 14 years.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Norma is reliable, kind, responsible and safe. I would highly recommend that any family consider having Norma look after a family member. She was exactly what we needed give. The age of our boys. If I need care again I wouldn’t hesitate to have Norma back. "

Christina C.

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Neliy S.


Providence, RI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Neliy I been a CNA for 20 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. I have worked with children/disabled children and elders. I am a very outgoing person, High energy and positive.
5.0
"Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!"

Thomas K.

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Gabrielle P.


Pawtucket, RI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Gabrielle, and I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 14 years of experience taking care of children of all ages, and also have cared for special needs youth. With my extensive background in child care, I am confident I can provide your little one with a safe, fun and stimulating environment....
Gabrielle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gabby was fantastic with our almost 12 month old. She arrived on time with a big smile and was very engaging with our son. She had no problem feeding him dinner and getting him to bed on time and sent us a wonderful recap of their evening while we were at dinner....

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Maria M.


Warwick, RI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Looking for my next full time nanny position ,

Hired by 34 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Maria , I'm from Dominican Republic and I've been nanny for 18 years, I have experienced taking care of babies from newborn to teenagers , twins, multiple, special needs and behavior attention as well . I have my certificate in Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid/ AED clean driving record. I have my own...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maria is amazing! She is fantastic with kids and she cleans. Would definitely hire her again if she was available!"

Natalie H.

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Alana B.


Providence, RI

$15-35/hr9 yrs exp

Been caring for clients at an early age, went to school for hands on training in the medical field. Really like the one on one connection in the residential setting, focusing on your needs. How can I help you?

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Riverside, RI

Liz S.

5.0

We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of exactly what my Mom was dealing with was...

- Care member

Shantell G.

5.0

Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate

- Care member

Vondell B.

5.0

Vondell is a kind, hardworking, reliable women. She has a big heart, and treats everyone like family. All around great person. Highly recommend.

- Candice M.

Alana B.

5.0

She is very patient, and pays close attention to small details.

- Guicin G.

Abigail E.

5.0

Abigail was communicative, patient, fearless, and very kind.

- Care member

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