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Duncan S.


Townsend, MA

$30-45/hr5 yrs exp

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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services for the house hold Experienced and reliable Caregiver with over five years of experience caring for clients and their families. Adept in providing optimal care and Bringing forth a proven track record of satisfied clients, willing to recommend my services...
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Ariana M.


Townsend, MA

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

I am a special education teacher with experience working with students of varying needs. Since 2009, I have been working in schools in various roles and working with students of various needs. I have held positions as classroom program teacher for students with Autism and use principles of ABA daily. I have held in home care...
I've cared for people most my life; my gram, mom when sick, and elderly woman who was the mom of a teacher I worked with. I'm reliable, caring, hardworking. If your loved one needs someone who will care for them, clean for them, cook, and be a friend I can do that.
I live in Townsend with my husband and 3 kids (1 high schooler, 2 college students). I have been working as a nanny since 2016. Prior to that I cared for the elderly as a CNA. I recently completed my degree in the field of occupational therapy. I have experience with all ages of children and special needs. Current on Flu/Covid...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/RN Available

5.0

(1)

I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
5.0
"Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the...

Jonathan H.

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Heike G.


Groton, MA

$22-30/hr

Reliable Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies. During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of...

Adriana G.

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Alexandra M.


Hollis, NH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care/Nanny

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

All my children have come to me with special needs. Some of their needs were prematurity, drug addiction at birth, emotional disabilities, physical disabilities such as AIDS, cerebral palsy, and mental retardation. I have been passionate for over 25 years working in this field as these children bring such joy and are so loving...
5.0
"Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her"

Paula W.

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Katie E.


Greenville, NH

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Katie. I'm currently a household manager for a family in Newton, MA who I've been with for two years. My contract ends and the end of June and I recently moved to NH, so I'm looking for a new full time nanny/ household manager position to start in July. I have been working with children professionally for...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Katie is reliable, responsible, intuitive, creative, sunny, experienced, and attentive. She is level headed and efficient. From infants to pets to older adults, she is always capable and kind."

Betsy E.

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available Part-Time

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care, visiting nurse
5.0
"Kelley took care of my brother who has Muscular Dystrophy. He needed care on all levels from showering, shaving to g-tube, ventilator and stoma care. Kelley did all of this and still had time to neaten up the house. Though Kelley and my brother are from completely...

Evan W.

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Alexandra M.


Hollis, NH

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Granny-Nanny - Experienced Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

For the past 25+ years I have been a certified Foster/Adoptive parent for children with special needs - ranging from mental retardation, cerebral palsy, AIDS, as well as fostering newborn drug addicted, premature, etc. Caring for children is my reason for being. I have adopted the last 7 foster-kids and they are now young...
Alexandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has...

Aimee L.

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Miranda D.


Dunstable, MA

$18-23/hr6 yrs exp

I have been around all different types of disabilities. I know how to stay calm and make the kids feel like they are in a safe place and help them cope.
Anna C, Lunenburg Ma Hi! I am 18 years old, and just graduated from lunenburg high this year! I am attending college in the fall of 2019 in hopes of becoming a special education teacher. I am super energetic, smiley and very outgoing! I love taking care of kids and taking them out exploring and just overall having a good time...
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Anne V.


Hollis, NH

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Empty Nest Syndrome

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children most of my life, from teen babysitter, full time nanny, daycare provider, mom of three boys, two of which are twins, to full time special needs educator in public schools for 20 years. I get satisfaction from helping parents raise healthy positive children.
Anne can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Samantha G.


Ayer, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as happy, fun, loving I've been working with children in my job for over 25yrs. They call me the baby whisper at work. Children are a joy to be around, you never know what they might say. My children are all grown and I have free time on my hands. Well kinda, I do have 3 dogs. And going to school...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Idalis D.


Fitchburg, MA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced Nanny Available! Hello! I'm Idalis, an experienced nanny with 15 years of caring for children aged 0-16. I provide exceptional care, creating a safe and engaging environment. I've worked with a diverse range of children, teaching Spanish and coaching cheerleading and gymnastics. I'm dedicated to providing the best...
Idalis can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alexandria H.


Fitchburg, MA

$28-50/hr3 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

I work full time in the ABA field! Looking for some side babysitting jobs here and there (or consistent if the fit is right).
Hello! I have a 9-year-old son who has autism and am looking for a opportunity I would enjoy while he is at school. I was a stay at home mom with him until a few yrs ago and then began working with seniors w physical and mental disabilities in an assisted living home. Robin
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Cara D.


Groton, MA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Academic Tutor And Life Skills Training

I am starting a tutoring and life skills training business in the Fall specifically for families of children, teens, and adults with disabilities. I have my Master's Degree in Severe Special Education K-12 and multiple years of experience teaching and working with students diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, and various...
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Margaret P.


Hollis, NH

$28-40/hr8 yrs exp

Master's Level Behaviorist, Back In School To Pursue Mental Health Counseling

Hello and thank you for checking out my profile! I am a 32-year-old perpetual student with a Master's of Education and currently half-way through my Master's of Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am looking for one-time or reoccurring position that will work for your family. I have 8+ years of experience working with...
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Whitney E.


Groton, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience With Special Needs

Hello ! My name is Whitney and I am looking for a summer 2023 job from June-August. I am a soon to be graduate of Assumption University and am currently pursuing a career in speech and language pathology. I have always loved helping others and enjoy doing fun and playful activities with them. I have experience helping people of...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Townsend, MA

Kelley H.

5.0

Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the most is her pleasant disposition. She...

- Jonathan H.

Heike G.

5.0

I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of projects with her kids, like making...

- Adriana G.

Alexandra M.

5.0

Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her

- Paula W.

Katie E.

5.0

Katie is incredibly trustworthy, responsible, and professional. She's an excellent teammate and collaborator, always helping out where she can. She is a hard worker who is very committed to the families she supports!

- Serena A.

Kelley H.

5.0

I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...

- Claudia S.

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