Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Swansea, MA

I have two children (now adults) that I had to navigate and advocate for in the mental health and medical systems. My son has autism and mental health issues and my daughter has SID. I am currently a family partner. I am moving back to Massachusetts in December (possibly earlier for the right job)and open to new opportunities...

Alex R.

Swansea, MA

$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

I received my Special Education degree from Roger Williams University last year. I worked as a Special Education teacher at Fonseca Elementary School in Fall River, as well as Meeting Street in Providence where I specialized in severe and profound disabilities.

SHALOM J.

Swansea, MA

$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Intelligent, quick learner and explain current product information quickly. Remained calm, assertive and mindful to think critically and solve problem during stressful situations. Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills. Worked...

SHALOM can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more

Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Rachel D.

$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers and special needs children. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and...

Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"It has been such a huge relief finding Rachel on this site to pickup our son from his charter school and being him home about 45 minutes away. She has a great personality and a positive attitude, responds quickly to messages, takes the job seriously, and arrives...

Scott H.

Emily M.

$20-26/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Emily and I am 30 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified with the AHA and also have a CNA course under my belt. I am very experienced working with children. I have completed two classes on child development and child care, and worked in the Barnstable Early Learning center for two years. I have experience being...

Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0

"Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the time. Our little one was always out discovering new places and was always tired after Emily left! (A very good thing!) I loved...

Kelly G.

Liz S.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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: Live-in home care, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CNA

CPR

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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Alexandria C.

$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a one-to-one aide, I worked with a child with autism spectrum disorder. My responsibilities include the following: continually monitoring and evaluating child's progress, providing individualized attention, staying aware of repetitive behaviors and fixations, promoting social skills, implementing treatment strategies, and...

5.0

"Alexandria was the most amazing and qualified nanny we've ever had. Being that one of my children is autistic, we've been through multiple nannies to find the right one and she was the perfect fit! My three children (now 2, 5, & 9) adored her and it's almost...

Rita T.

Mary B.

Providence, RI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Mary! I have been working with children for over 10 years. I have experience working with children of all ages, including infants. I enjoy being outside, getting creative, and planning age appropriate fun activities to help aid in child development. In the past I have specialized in working with children with special...

Mary can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Mary was amazing!!!! Kind and easy going. She is knowledgeable and trustworthy. She took excellent care of my severely autistic son and my busy wild daughter. We loved Mary and wish she lived in Phoenix but hope to see her next summer!!!!"

Liz D.

Brook B.

Rehoboth, MA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

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

5.0

(6)

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: Mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care

5.0

"We recently hired Brook to provide morning help for my grandmother who is in her 90's. She has done a wonderful job so far and are so grateful to have found her. My grandmother looks forward to her visits and is so appreciative of the care she is providing to her....

Amanda P.

Rebecca A.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Child Whisperer

5.0

(6)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 24yrs old with extensive childcare experience from children 6 months to 12 years and recently graduated from college. I recently relocated to Charlotte for work. I have had professional training in the preschool setting for infants - 5 years as well as other specialized trainings from childcare jobs throughout the years....

Rebecca can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0

"Rebecca is super dependable & reliable. I trust her with my children."

Jessica M.

Maria M.

$28/hr • 18 yrs exp

Looking for my next full time nanny position ,

4.9

(31)

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Maria was amazing! We were visiting Newport for a wedding and Maria watched my 6 month old as well as my friend’s 13 month old. Managing two babies is no easy task and Maria was incredible with them. It was so nice being able to enjoy the wedding and feel confident...

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Olivia M.

Bristol, RI

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime :)

5.0

(16)

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

My name is Olivia and I am 25 years old. I am very mature and responsible for my age. I have a twin brother with special needs and a younger sister. I have watched kids for 10 years now. I play soccer and was in special needs basketball. I graduated Pre-Med. I am currently applying to medical schoolto become a pediatric surgeon....

Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Olivia has been providing child care for our nonspeaking Autistic son for the last 2+ years. She is incredibly dedicated, kind, responsible, and caring. She has truly become a part of our family and we could not be more grateful to have found her! She takes our son...

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Rachel D.

$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am writing to apply for the position of Personal Caregiver. As a compassionate and capable individual with more than 7 years of experience providing transportation and assistance to individuals with a variety of needs, I am confident that I am the ideal candidate for the role. I enjoy working with people, and I enjoy...

5.0

"That she is a very good caring person!"

Dora H.

Kaitlynn M.

Rehoboth, MA

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I was a medical fragile special needs preschool teacher for 10 years. I then went into the medical field. I am currently a medical assistant in a primary care office. I am in search to go back to working with child. I miss teaching and spending time with children throughout the day.

Kaitlynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

Rita I.

$25-38/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have experience in taking care of kids and adults with mental illness and autism plus Down syndrome . I have ABA too helping in behavioral challenges

Lisa L.

Seekonk, MA

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

PCA/Caregiver

I have experience working as a PCA for women with cerebral palsy. I am familiar with a hoyer lift, and am comfortable assisting with all ADLs. Currently I work part-time as a caregiver providing home care for individuals with Alzheimer's.

Susan G.

Providence, RI

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Experienced Senior Caregiver

Hi, I'm Susan! I have over 35 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care for seniors and special needs adults. I am passionate about helping older adults maintain their independence while ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. I specialize in personal care assistance, medication reminders and...

Susan can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more

Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Brook B.

Rehoboth, MA

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Compassionate , Patient Caregiver

I attended the OTA program at NEITT and completed the program . I also did my internship at the Schwartz center in MA . My other internship was an elementary school where I assisted the OT in the SPED program in all aspects of OT therapy . My experience is also personal because one of my children had a learning disability,...

Marissa M.

Berkley, MA

$27-37/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Marissa. I'm a newly graduated RN previously working as a CNA and K-12 substitute teacher. I started my healthcare journey as a caregiver for adults with disabilities and traumatic brain injuries. Over the past 6 years I have worked with children and adults with autism, mental illness, physical disability and...

Stephanie M.

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp