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Nicole B.


West Brookfield, MA

$13-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Special Needs Care Provider

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Nicole I am from West Brookfield Ma. I have worked with developmentally disabled adult for over 20 years, in residential, day program and community settings. I have experience with all aspects of direct care bathing, toileting, feeding, medication administration, vital signs, doctor appointments, documentation,...

Katherine B.


Oakham, MA

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Seeking Employment

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kate! I have experience in nannying and babysitting including spending a year working full time as the nanny to a newborn. I am currently seeking part time hours. My schedule is flexible. I have over 10 years of experience in caregiving, including five years with children and four years working with individuals and...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kate took care of my son from 3 months-15 months of age. Not only was did she take initiative in teaching him new things, such as baby sign language, she also had utmost patience in helping him become more independent in his tasks. She was reliable and...

Amanda M.

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Susan S.


Spencer, MA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have a B. A in preschool through 3rd grade. I was a preschool and special needs teacher for several years. I worked as a Development Specialist for Early Intervention working w children 6 months to 3 years old. I've been in childcare for the past 20 years. I find working with children a fun and rewarding experience. When I...
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Emily H.


Warren, MA

$15/hr2 yrs exp

I have spent almost two years working in childcare, in after-school and summer programs in public schools, with experience with students with special needs. I am able to be flexible with hours, and would love to work with you and your child(ren)! Working with children has always been a passion of mine. I am currently entering my...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alexis M.


Spencer, MA

$14-20/hr4 yrs exp

My name is Lexi. I've been employed full time as a professional adult caretaker/direct support for 4 years now. I have experience with individuals suffering from cerebral palsy, autism, traumatic brain injury, Down's syndrome, blindness, schizophrenia and other intellectual disabilities. I also have experience caring for...
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Alexis M.


Spencer, MA

$18-24/hr7 yrs exp

My name is Lexi. I'm 26 years old and I work as a professional clinical case manager full time at a hospital. I've nannied through care. com in the past as well as privately over the past 7 years. I have experience with kids aged 0-16 and I can handle all levels of care including special needs! I love to work with kids and...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Brenda C.


Ware, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 26 years experience with special needs kids. I have 30 years experience in the nursing industry. I sub at elementary school with their special need kids.
Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Elizabeth N.


Palmer, MA

$20-23/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Throughout my 4 years of caregiving experience, I've had the privilege of working closely with elderly individuals and those with special needs, tailoring my approach to meet their unique requirements. My responsibilities encompassed daily living assistance, administering medication, mobility support, and ensuring a safe and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

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Brenda C.


Ware, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Been In The Medical Field For 28 Years. Love What I Do.

I have been in the medical field for 35 years. I have done all kinds of levels of care. I owned and operated a nursing home for 10 years. I had 4 special needs adults during that time. I enjoy what I do and find it very rewarding.
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Elizabeth N.


Palmer, MA

$18-23/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

Throughout my 4 years of caregiving experience, I've had the privilege of working closely with elderly individuals and those with special needs, tailoring my approach to meet their unique requirements. My responsibilities encompassed daily living assistance, administering medication, mobility support, and ensuring a safe and...
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Mercedes M.


Spencer, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Care; Seeking A Family That Follows STRICT COVID19 Safety Precautions

Greetings, I am an educator and experienced nanny. I have provided care for infants, toddlers and young children. I have worked in a public school as a behavioral therapist for 6 years (grades K-6), providing educational and behavioral support to students with and with out cognitive and developmental challenges. I have an...

Ashley M.


Spencer, MA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! Thanks for reading my profile. I have always loved working with children and learning with them. I am very friendly, and kind. I treat each child as if they were my own. I believe that every child is special and should be treated with the upmost respect. Children are constantly watching us as adults, so I try to show...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Ashley D.


Ware, MA

$5-10/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time And Flexible

Hi there, I have 10 years of working with a mix of individuals suffering from a variety of disorders. Ive done Respite work, homecare, child care. This has made me a very kind and compassionate person. Back in 2018 I took a step away to pursue my Business degree. After several years I am looking to get back into "homecare" in...

Belinda M.


Ware, MA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Care Provider

I worked in many settings with individuals of all ages and many disabilities. I am a quick learner of things I do not know. I have the ability to stay calm under any circumstances. I did have my CNA, HHA, and PCA licenses, also was CPR< First Aid and AED certified. I can get those again. I am a hard working individual who would...
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Sierra O.


Worcester, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Mother's Helper/Date Night/Weekend Sitter

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

My experience as a nanny has been just over 10 years. I began watching my first child in my early teens during my summer vacations and continued to watch my neighbor's children, and friends of the family's children. I have also connected with many great family's through Care. com. I am very comfortable with all age groups of...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Sierra has been working with us for a few months now. We really love working with her. She is positive, energetic, and wonderful with our young toddler son. She makes him giggle constantly, and takes great care of him, doing the bedtime routine often. She also...

Jennie G.

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Jessica T.


Oxford, MA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed educator with experience working with children that have autism, ADHD, PTSD, depression, anxiety, seizure disorders, emotional disturbances, speech impairments and physical impairments.
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Sarah P.


Rutland, MA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Care For All Ages And All Abilities, Tutoring Offered, Part Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In 2009 I began volunteering at in the Art department at a day program for adults with developmental disabilities. I immediately realized that this was something I wanted to continue doing. Since then I have worked at several day-hab facilities, including one which focused on teaching art to adults with behavioral challenges. I...
5.0
"Sarah came to watch my children once. They absolutely loved her! She entertained them the whole night and despite being allowed to have a movie night, I don't think they watched any TV. I would definitely hire her again."

Sara F.

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Madi T.


Jefferson, MA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Madison and I am a college student, currently studying elementary education. I have a passion for working with children and have worked with kids of all ages, including special needs students. I have 5 years of paid experience, but many more years of unpaid experience. I am hard working, reliable and always...
Madi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave."

Angelyk R.

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Joselin N.


Worcester, MA

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Experience With Autism

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

The love of my life is autistic ( there is not a lot more to say) .. autistic it's not easy and challenge me everyday but make me a better human more empathetic with other make me able to care others ( no matters who) with love and patience
5.0
"May 2023: Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met. She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism,...

Paula E.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have now been a babysitter/ nanny for 3 different families that have a child with autism. Although all children are different I feel that I can try my best to help whatever the circumstances be speech trouble, moving trouble, eating trouble, etc. I am only 20 and know I have a lot to learn but I'm here to help!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Brookfield, MA

Katherine B.

5.0

Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took to her immediately and they formed a bond right away. Our son had a pretty scary moment after just a few weeks of having Kate on, she handled it...

- Crystal R.

Sierra O.

5.0

Sierra took care of my 2 yr old son for about six months. It was a real pleasure working with her. She is very reliable, loving and caring. She would always keep him occupied with activities like coloring. She is very mature for her age and knows how to take care of kids really well. My son was...

- Nandini K.

Sarah P.

5.0

Sarah came to watch my children once. They absolutely loved her! She entertained them the whole night and despite being allowed to have a movie night, I don't think they watched any TV. I would definitely hire her again.

- Sara F.

Madi T.

5.0

She's the best!! She worked so well with my 3 year old son. So sad she had to leave.

- Angelyk R.

Joselin N.

5.0

May 2023: Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when he requested, once they had met. She is kind and compassionate and had an understanding of his autism, which no doubt comes from having her...

- Paula E.

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