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Karin T.
Valatie, NY
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
RN with 25 years of direct care experience now working in home care. I've worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients as well as the MR/DD population. I'm happy to do hygiene care, PT, household chores, food shopping, and med appointments, as well.
Karin can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
I'd describe my personality as caring loving goal oriented
I like working with kids because I find it fulfilling. I love watching them grow and continue to learn and reach all their milestones
As a school counselor and a father of two it is my goal to work with the whole child. watching them become educated but as well as...
Kelly D.
Valatie, NY
$14-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Care Assistant For Children, Special Needs, And Elderly
I have been in the health care field for 20+ years. The last 4 years I have been a home health aide caring for the elderly ranging from end of life care (hospice), to people with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and people just aging and needing help with hygiene, cooking, cleaning, and appointments/outings. Prior to...
Kelly can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Arianna J.
Ghent, NY
$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of a 5-year-old and I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I'm crafty, willing to help with homework, play sports or fun games, you name it. I'm the fun babysitter and would love to help you.
Arianna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Nicole M.
Castleton on Hudson, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello a few things about myself , I have very Effective Communication skills, Empathy and Compassion. with 27 years experience I have very good Observation skills and Attention to Detail , also with being a mother of a young adult with special needs I have lots of Patience and Understanding to offer , I am also in good physical...
Nicole can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
Arianna J.
Ghent, NY
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I worked with Aim Services Inc for 3 years with their self direction program. I helped people with mobility issues, wanting to learn social skills and independence, and so much more. I love working with kids as I am a mom myself but I also have experience working with young adults and seniors. Most of my experience is with...
Hi! I'm Cadence and I'm a student at Pace University studying early childhood/childhood education. With four years of nannying experience, I've had the pleasure of working with both special needs and neurotypical children, as well as in an after-school program for a special needs school. I'm passionate about creating engaging,...
Cadence can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Tanika Y from Albany, Ny
I am 37 yrs young and absolutely love caring for children! I'm fun loving.. energetic.. self driven and absolutely enjoy being a caregiver. I'm looking ro make some extra money. So I thought why not try doing what I love most of all. I have 15+ years of experience in childcare. Currently I have my CDA...
Tanika can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Tanika to take care of my 15 year old girl, 12 yr old boy & 2 yr old baby girl & she’s absolutely amazing. She was hired as an employee but we parted as family due to the great care she provides. All of my & my children’s needs were always met. She has...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Professional Nanny Seeking Opportunity! With 7 years of experience, I am confident in my ability to provide exceptional care for your little ones. I offer flexibility in terms of location, either coming to your home or hosting at mine.
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Melissa is amazing with our 10-month-old! She not only makes us feel comfortable leaving him while we're at work she is also on top of things in our home. She truly goes above and beyond. So lucky to have found her!"
Ashley F.
5.0
(2)
I have 10 years of experience. I have special needs background, and practice gentle parenting! Please message me with any and all questions! I'm very peaceful and passionate, and I love developing friendships with families.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Compassionate and patient. Has babysat my daughter multiple times and she always gets picked up with a smile on her face, asking when she is going back. Her son is well behaved and a great friend/ play mate for my daughter while she is getting babysat. Rachel...
Kristen E.
5.0
(4)
Hello my name is Mary. I've been babysitting since I was 12 years old off and on. I'm certified in CNA, HHA, and I'm a teacher's assistant for special needs. I have 8 years experience in dementia and 10 in special needs.
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mary works very well with children of all ages. I have worked with her in a preschool and she was such a pleasure. Her flexibility, determination, and overall presence is commendable. She is a great fit for the classroom and home setting."
Zarah B.
5.0
(2)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am a passionate care provider looking to care for individuals with special needs or the elderly. I have an associates degree in early childhood education where I worked in various settings with children with many disabilities including autism, fragile X, spinal cord injuries, social and emotional disabilities and behavior...
Crystal can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have three kids of my own oldest is 16 youngest is 6. My youngest is disabled so I have experience with special needs as well as I worked in human service field for 10 years between adults and children. I also have two dogs so pets are no issue for me. I prefer something off the books. I have experience with dementia, pretty...
Angelina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's very loving great with all ages and is a well round woman "
Arianna A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked in the human service field sense I was 18 and prior to that growing up my family always worked in that field also grew up helping take care of my grandfather who had a sever brain injury and behaviors. This field comes natural to me and something I am compassionate about. I also have a 6-year-old who's disabled and...
5.0
(2)
I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and...
Ilze E.
Many years experience volunteering with the Oley Foundation, caring for elderly, children and special needs.
Guiliana can also help with: Respite care, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Nastassia R.
Albany, NY
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
I work very well with kids and have the patience. I have experience with special needs and I enjoy it!
Nastassia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
I am retired from teaching special needs children. I have experience with stroke patients. I'm very dependable.
Karen can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, home modification, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Brooke S.
Albany, NY
$14-19/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi there! A little about me- I have worked as a live in nanny in Seattle for 2 years, but relocated back home at the beginning of COVID. I currently work as a behavioral specialist for children with special needs and love every minute of it. When I'm not at work, I like to spend my time with my dogs or with my family!
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Valatie, NY
Tanika Y.
5.0
I hired Tanika to take care of my 15 year old girl, 12 yr old boy & 2 yr old baby girl & she’s absolutely amazing. She was hired as an employee but we parted as family due to the great care she provides. All of my & my children’s needs were always met. She has great communication, monitoring &...
- Care member
Melissa Y.
5.0
Melissa is amazing with our 10-month-old! She not only makes us feel comfortable leaving him while we're at work she is also on top of things in our home. She truly goes above and beyond. So lucky to have found her!
- Ashley F.
Rachel S.
5.0
Rachel has always been great! Lots of updates throughout the day and my son loves her. Couldn't be happier!
- Anne H.
Mary L.
5.0
Mary has done wonderful with our girls, they really listen to her well. My older 2 love having her daughters here to play as well.
- Jaclyne M.
Crystal M.
5.0
I highly recommend Crystal as a senior caregiver. She took care of my 90 yr Father for over a year until his recent passing. She was professional, knowledgeable, very caring, extremely organized and attentive. She got along well with the other caregivers and had such a positive attitude. We will...
- Care member
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