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Michele R.


Suffern, NY

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Exceptional Caregiver -

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Mother of young adult children who wants to ease the burden of all your "motherly" tasks, from education, child rearing, light housekeeping, grocery shopping, cooking, errands and more... Experience with TWINS and SPECIAL NEEDS. Friendly, energetic, well spoken and mannered, great communication and people skills. Very...
Michele can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachael W.


Southfields, NY

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in group homes where the clients had developmental disabilities, autistic, deaf, blind, mute etc.

Rebecca L.


Warwick, NY

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Nurturing, Organized, Punctual, Flexible, Mary Poppins

I began providing childcare in high school and come with 18 years of experience.. I have worked in day care centers, owned a home day care and ran nursery programs. I come with meal and lesson planning experience as well as special needs and multiples experience. I took an break to raise my children whom are now grown and now...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Roisin E.


Mahwah, NJ

$18-26/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Licensed Practical Nurse

I have extensive experience working with people with disabilities. I was a pediatric nurse, school nurse for patients with autism and a visiting nurse. I have a degree in psychology and health studies, where I learned to understand children and adults with disabilities. I enjoy working and caring for the needs of all patients.
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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior And Adult Special Needs Care Giver

4.8

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT DDD trained and a nursing school graduate. I have been a HHA for over 10 yrs. I enjoy helping people maintain there independence. My skills are extensive and adaptable to the individuals needs.
Melody can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Melody cared for my father with Parkinson's on several occasions. She is very friendly, caring and attentive and has a great rapport with my Dad - she is also detail oriented and very thorough with his care. I would unhesitatingly hire Melody again - and...

Lori L.

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Melody M.


Oak Ridge, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Seniors And Adult Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified home health aid, certified EMT, have DDD training, nursing school graduate I can identify medical emergencies and act accordingly I have provided nutritional care, encourage and assist with activities of daily living, assist with AM & PM care, medication administration, ambulation, exercises, bath rooming,...
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Samantha C.


Bloomingdale, NJ

$23-27/hr7 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Sam. I'm a 22-year-old former EMT and current 9-1-1 dispatcher trying to get back into childcare because I feel like this is where I belong! I have 7 years of experience with children of all ages. Additionally, I have extensive experience with special needs children as I have grown up in an autism household. I am...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"The best babysitter out there. She is so great with kids! She’s amazing with special needs care. I highly recommend her!! "

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Briana C.


Vernon, NJ

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Long-term Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have been a nanny for 8 years with one of those years formerly being a Jr. Assistant for an after care program at an elementary School. I'm available to provide great references and I am vaccinated. I have experience with children in ages ranging from infant to preteens. I am...
Briana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Briana is a very sweet, reliable person. She will always be there when you need her and sometimes even on call. She pours her heart into the children and loves what she does! She will be the best nanny but also a friend to your child/children. You won't ever regret...

Carol S.

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Lisa R.


Harrington Park, NJ

$19-40/hr1 yrs exp

I am a school counselor and mom of three children. I am looking for a summer job and option to continue working and helping others throughout the school year. When I was in graduate school I worked in a group home with men that had special needs. I helped clean, cook, bath and keep the men active and healthy. I also took care of...
Lisa can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing caring uplifting positive person To help me!!! I never felt as comfortable and safe with any anyone else...

Diane O.

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Rosetta T.


Waldwick, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Sweet Caring Girl Looking To Join A Nice Family To Be An Extension Of Them To Care For Loved Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, hard working, trustworthy. I'm looking for a position where I can become part of your family that's long term. Communication is important to me. I'm fun, energetic, responsible, and patient. I am CPR/First Aid Certified in infants/children and Adults and have obtained a Child Day...
Rosetta can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Rosie is a wonderful, trustworthy and dependable caretaker. My kids took to her right away! She is always punctual and professional and we still consistently use her as a babysitter and I highly recommend Rosie to anyone who needs some extra child care!"

Tracey W.

Hello! My name is Gabriella, I hope this message finds you well! Love for children is something that runs deep in me, with my dream to help with early childhood development. I love outdoor times, creativity, interactive play and exploration during all seasons. I also have experience with special needs children, as they hold a...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very attentive with my daughter, taught her things she needs to learn at her age. Very well mannered. "

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Michelle M.


Buchanan, NY

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
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Nelene V.


Chester, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have a passion for caring for others. I started when I was younger working in a childcare center, babysitting and then into the medical field. I have 10 years experience working with children and 7 years of medical experience including adults, geriatrics and have helped with varies forms of needs.
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Eleanora Z.


Saddle River, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
Eleanora can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Eleanora has been caring for seniors for approximately 20 years she is the most dependable caring responsible person she can think on her feet in situations that arise and handle them in a safe and calm manner."

Cate K.

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Justine P.


Washingtonville, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter CPR And First Aid Certified

4.3

(6)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Justine, I am 30 years old. I have 14 years experience caring for children. I have worked with ages newborn to 15 years old, including twins, triplets, and special needs. I am CPR and FIRST AID Trained. I have experience w| sleep training, baby lead weening, have taken many early childhood & safety...
Justine can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Not only is Justine friendly, punctual and reliable, she's also proactive in anticipating scheduling issues and other needs. she's been watching my daughter for years. I highly recommend her."

Marlene S.

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Susan D.


Congers, NY

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "

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Ashley A.


Goshen, NY

$21-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ashley and I am 27 years old. I have interned at an elementary school teaching kindergarten, 2nd grade and 4th grade. I am also certified to teach English as a second language. I work in regular classrooms as well as special education classrooms. I have also tutored 7th grade math and English, 11th grade...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Ashley was very caring and nurturing for my daughter who was just 4 months old when she started with us. My daughter became very fond of Ashley over the 2 years she was with us. Ashley is always very enthusiastic and I loved that she was very creative. I would...

Jennifer F.

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Kirsten C.


Township of Washington, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kirsten, I am 22 years old and have 9+ years of experience working with children. I've worked with children ages 0-13! I have experience with special needs children including working with feeding tubes. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I have a clean driving record and would love the opportunity to work with...
Kirsten can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kirsten has taken care of my 5 year old daughter numerous times over the past 3 years. My daughter adores Kirsten, and I feel confident in my daughter’s well being and safety while in Kirsten’s care."

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Eileen N.


Highland Mills, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is eileen I am 61 years old and a retired elementary school teacher and mother of three daughters and two infant granddaughters. I have experience caring for infants through elementary school. I have also cared with children with autism and special needs . I can cook meals, help with homework, bathing. I love all...
Eileen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Eileen is a trustworthy, helpful and loving. Mother of three adult daughters whom she has a great relationships with"

Rachael D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tuxedo Park, NY

Melody M.

5.0

Melody cared for my elderly disabled mother on short notice. She was absolutely amazing, very understanding of my mother and kept diligent contact with me every step of the way. I would hire her again in an instant!!

- Gina M.

Samantha C.

5.0

Sam has and continues to care for our youngest child. She has been babysitting my son since he is 2 and he is now 8. Sam is reliable, fun, responsible and goes above and beyond for the kids she cares for. We would not ever hire anyone else besides Sam to care for our son. Our son also has special...

- Care member

Briana C.

5.0

Briana was wonderful with my children and very attentive. Her interaction with them was great and they gravitated to her bubbling personality immediately. Highly recommend her for children of all ages!

- Care member

Lisa R.

5.0

Lisa is an amazing person! I wish Every one that applies with Care.Com was like her! She is the best ever! I have never Have had such a wonderful Amazing caring uplifting positive person To help me!!! I never felt as comfortable and safe with any anyone else this was a priceless gift to have Her...

- Diane O.

Rosetta T.

5.0

Rosetta is extremely easy to deal with. She is great at following instructions and communicates thoroughly and efficiently. She plays well with the kids, bringing them outside whenever possible, and does well disciplining the kids when necessary, keeping them well behaved in our absence.

- Phil S.

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