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Special needs caregivers in Smithfield, RI

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Jessica W.


Smithfield, RI

$17-30/hr3 yrs exp

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I have cared for children and adults with special needs. I'm calm and just enjoy life. Each case is unique and it's always exciting to learn about their special gifts
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Olivia I.


Smithfield, RI

$15/hr

Nursing Student With Clinical CNA Experience

I have worked with patients with special needs and also dementia patients. Also have the ability to monitor vitals as well.
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Victoria A.


Smithfield, RI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an enthusiastic 29-year-old former special education teacher! I have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Special Education from RIC. I have 10+ years experience working with children ages infant-18. I have experience with children with special needs ages 5-18. I am looking for part-time/one-time only jobs.
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have worked babysitting and professionally with kids. I love to read and do anything creative. I have an associates degree, where I took many pediatric courses. I have a lot of experience with individuals who are medically fragile, have special needs and behavioral difficulties. I have a background in education and I love to...
Kassandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rosella S.


Smithfield, RI

$16-30/hr3 yrs exp

Teacher & Caretaker

Hi there! My name is Rosella, you can call me Rose. I have a lot of experience working with children. I started babysitting when I was 15, and cared for toddlers and children with special needs. As a Teacher Assistant, I've worked with preschoolers in Providence engaging with over 20+ children a day in learning. Currently, I...
Rosella can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brittany M.


Pawtucket, RI

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Caregiver Availible

4.8

(4)

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, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Karen L.


Chepachet, RI

$25-37/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: Personal care, dementia
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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Astrid C.


Central Falls, RI

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/ Babysitter /Date Night

4.0

(8)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

A well-mannered, articulate, and responsible nanny, with great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. A confident child career who is emotionally mature and possess high energy levels and an ability to develop close relationships with both children and families. Possessing excellent communication...
Astrid can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"She was awesome! My son J is 4 years old and connected with Astrid, she is trustworthy, sweet caring, and a reliable person, she's good with kids. My son can be hard to connect with but she's great. I would love to take her with us for every trip we make. Thank you...

Jackie S.

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Norma C.


Pawtucket, RI

$15-20/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

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Alana B.


Providence, RI

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

CNA/Special Needs/Childcare/Errands/Transportation/Housekeeping

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 healthcare began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs for 17 years. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift system, senior care, Alzheimer, handicap, etc. Let me know what I can do for you, or your...
Alana can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Wound Care

5.0
"Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway. "

Care member

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Brittany W.


North Scituate, RI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Registered Nurse Looking To Be Your Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi There! My name is Brittany. I am a Registered Nurse who has 10+ years of childcare experience and am certified in CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. I have managed care for up to 6 children at one time and have significant experience with newborns and children with special needs. I am caring, loving, athletic, creative,...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Brittany was really helpful as a sitter when our son was first born. She has a lot of infant and night nurse experience and knew how to help instill a bedtime routine, calm him down, and take care of him for us during date nights! "

Care member

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Jackie F.


North Scituate, RI

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, seizure disorder, and also have experience with care of elderly with dementia. I have administered medication, helped with bathing and changing, I can also prepare meals, low sodium, low sugar, whatever is needed. I will provide the best care for you or...
5.0
"Jackie Has cared for my son for a couple of years now. He is significantly disabled She's always been amazing with him, she redirects and distracts him if she see a potential problematic behavior coming. When he does have a meltdown Jackie handles it in a calm...

Care member

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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: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home 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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Barbara J.


Blackstone, MA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a nursing assistant, I have been working as a CNA since 2006. I enjoyed working with people in needs and makes me feel good when I help some one who specially need help.
Barbara can also help with: Hospice services, errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Barbara applies exceptional skills along with genuine compassion that has brought great relief to my family."

Ken C.

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Neliy S.


Manville, RI

$20-25/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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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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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Ana A.


Pawtucket, RI

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Ana How May I Help

I've been a CNA for a little over 8 years now and I love what I do ! I've worked in nursing homes, assisted living memory care facilities , and also private care one-on-one . I'm look forward to hearing from you ! I m here to help any way that I can. Feel free to ask me for my resume or any other questions
5.0
"Ana is very attentive and clean. My boys absolutely loved her. My 2 year old has issues with being aggressive and listening but she handles him well. I wish I would've found her sooner! She cooks and provides them with healthy meals and always finds ways to...

Kayla D.

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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: Personal care, dementia, respite care, hospice services
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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Isaldina S.


Pawtucket, RI

$8-13/hr1 yrs exp

Nurse and Senior Assistant

I'm a good professional patient lovely and respectful. I like working with adults special needs...
Isaldina can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Smithfield, RI

Brittany M.

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.

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.

Astrid C.

5.0

I found Astrid to be very personable, easy to work with and trustworthy. Comfortable with and around children, evidently has prior experience and knowledge. Would be a wonderful addition to any family. Very dependable and honest, kind and responsible. Aware of hazards and fast acting to avoid...

- Zoe H.

Norma C.

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.

Alana B.

5.0

Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway.

- Care member

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