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Kimberly M.


South Windsor, CT

$17-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I have over 10 years experience in this field I have spent my time caring and supporting children and adults with physical disabilities, autism, mental retardation, ADD/ADHD, emotional disorders and behavioral issues.
I'm a caregiver and have experience assisting anyone in need, child, teen or senior, I took care of my late special need son for 10 years and have been working with the elderly for more then 12 years. I speak 3 languages, Portuguese, Spanish and English. I like to cook, and I'm very loving and caring. If you need I can give good...
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Silvana C.


Hartford, CT

$20-33/hr1 yrs exp

I Love The People Who Need More Care, Help, Love. I Like To Learn Different Things.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is silvanaI I offer my services like caregiver. 3 years of experience. I have car car and drivers license. I am very kind, sweet, lovely, caring, compassionate. Let me know if you are interested
5.0
"Among the many candidates that I have interviewed, Silvana stood out as the best candidate for the services that I requested for our baby's gender reveal party. Silvana is professional, punctual, and delivers as per the expectations. I have decided to hire Silvana...

Wilfried T.

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Elyse T.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am currently looking to go back into the nanny field after being a paraprofessional in Ellington for the past year. I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings.
Elyse can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...

Amanda W.

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Merideth K.


Broad Brook, CT

$17/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in child care for many years including classrooms with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-k headstart programs. I am also CPR and First Aide certified. I currently work for an allergist who regularly sees pediatric patients. I have an Associate's Degree in Child Development, am a nursing student, and am very...
Merideth can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask...

Jigisha M.

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Zoey R.


Manchester, CT

$20-26/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Zoey! I am 23 years old from Manchester Connecticut. I am fully vaccinated from COVID-19, have a great driving record, no criminal background, and I am not a smoker! I am also fully certified for CPR and first aid, and update that whenever necessary. I am experienced with special needs and medical...
Zoey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Zoey is amazing. She's great with my three kids and two dogs (a lot for anyone to handle)! I would highly recommend her!"

Keira L.

I worked for a caring hand for 5 years. I am pca certified and currently work with a special needs woman part time.
Michelle can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Kaitlynn C.


Hartford, CT

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

I have more than 10 years caring for children of all ages. I have a 2-year-old son. I have been working as a pediatric nurse for 4 years now and have experience with special needs, and medically compromised children. I was also a CNA prior to becoming a nurse. I'm CPR certified as well
Kaitlynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Jesica O.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello

I have worked in healthcare for over 20 years, however, I'm burnt out in my previous field. I have 2 grown boys and am very good with children of all ages including special needs care. I always wanted to be a pediatrician but life led a different path. I'm very sweet and kind and goofy. I currently and have looked after many...
Jesica can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I'm a nurturing childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. I'm known for my patient and calm demeanor, and my friendly and approachable nature. I believe in open communication with parents and provide written daily reports and verbal communication at pickup. When it comes to enforcing...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Tricia R.


Hartford, CT

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Tricia

Hello , My name is Tricia. I am 36 years old. I have past experience raising children (of friends) who have dual diagnoses with add/adhd, high functioning autism, mental health diagnosis such as anxiety and depression. I have gained experience with adults as well with these special needs while working as a personal care aide in...
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Fridah G.


Bloomfield, CT

$17-25/hr8 yrs exp

Private Home Health Aid Available Full-Time

I am a 46-year-old with a certificate in Nurse Aide and Home Health Aide. I Have experience in taking care of clients with Alzheimer, Dimentia, wheelchair bound, mobility, incontinence issues, medication, hoarding and more. I am very passionate about caring for the elderly and those with special need as I feel it's not only a...
Fridah can also help with: Home modification, personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hey! I haven't had any professional experience, but I've baby sat for the worlds most beautiful kid who is on the autism spectrum and it was a really good experience! I love being able to help people
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Stephanie J.


Manchester, CT

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver And Educator. Available For Part Time In The Evening And On Weekends.

I am a compassionate and empathetic caregiver by nature who loves working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I currently work as special education paraprofessional in a public school for children with special needs. I love working with children and would love to work with a senior population as well. I hold a deep respect...
Stephanie can also help with: Home modification, personal care
I have experience with children who are in the autism spectrum. I also grew up with a sister who is bi-polar and worked with dementia patients while working as a home health aide for over 2 years.
Hi, my name is Allyson and I am an 18-year-old high school graduate. I love working with kids, especially when it comes to activities such as playing games, making crafts, and baking. I have been babysitting my younger brothers since I was pretty young, and since then I have babysat for several families for kids ages 7-13,...
Allyson can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have a degree in Early Education, I've worked as a preschool teacher and a nanny for over 13 years. I have experience with multiples and have also worked as a support for individuals with special needs. I have worked with families in their homes and have great references from long term caregiving positions. Please let me know...
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Alison S.


Manchester, CT

$17-25/hr15 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available (Special Needs/Autism Experience)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was 14 to supplement my part-time job as an after-school caregiver/tutor at my K-12 school. When my niece was born, I became her part-time nanny and have had the privilege of caring for her on a regular basis until she was nine--she's 17 now, and we're still extremely close. I lived in NYC for the...
Alison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I started working with kids when I was 16 years old. I worked and facilitated my own classrooms with various of ages from new born- 12 years old until I was 20 years old. I began, working as an ABA therapist with special need children from ages of 3-12 working on daily living skills and communication. I currently graduated from...
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Lily C.


Hartford, CT

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

College Senior And SLP Soon To Be!

Hi there! My name is Lily and I am a current D1 student-athlete at Sacred Heart University! I am soon to be graduating with undergrad in Speech-Language Pathology. When it comes to children or adults with different needs I am super understanding and knowledgeable. As a future SLP, I have studied numerous diagnoses as well as...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in South Windsor, CT

Silvana C.

5.0

Among the many candidates that I have interviewed, Silvana stood out as the best candidate for the services that I requested for our baby's gender reveal party. Silvana is professional, punctual, and delivers as per the expectations. I have decided to hire Silvana based on her qualifications and...

- Wilfried T.

Elyse T.

5.0

Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our family. We love her to pieces and I...

- Amanda W.

Merideth K.

5.0

Merideth is great with our kids. Has watched them many times,including for a few days straight while my husband and I went away on vacation. We were able to enjoy our vacation knowing the kids were in good hands. The kids always have a good time with her and ask when she'll be able to watch them...

- Jigisha M.

Zoey R.

5.0

Zoey did such a great job at entertaining my 1 year old, that she forgot all about her separation anxiety! Zoey was kind, and incredibly helpful. We will definitely hire her again

- Catherine L.

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