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Special needs caregivers in West Kingston, RI

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Michele H.


Cranston, RI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Caring PCA

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My life work has focuses on providing care to elders and those with special needs. My experience includes working primarily in home care settings. Clients I have worked with have a variety of needs including; assistance with transfers, general housekeeping, personal care and companionship. Primarily I have worked with...
Michele can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, respite care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!"

Debra B.

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Leslie H.


Warwick, RI

$20-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have been employed with The Homestead Group in RI which is a service program for children with special needs. I have worked with a 5-years-old girl who is language delayed. I also have experience working with an adult with Downs syndrome through Options RI and working with children with varying levels of autism. I am not an...
5.0
"She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around."

Linda W.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
Jennifer can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Jennifer is punctual, dependable, caring, and attentive. She is very compassionate and always puts the needs of others in front of her own."

Aaron L.

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Elaine O.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-24/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi I'm Elaine, I have over 20 plus yrs experience working with Elderly, Teens and in adult group homes. I was a family living/Respite provider in PA for several yrs. I did private care for 5 yrs with a woman that had a rare form of Multiple sclerosis. I have experience with Dementia/Alzheimers, cancer patients, heart disease...
5.0
"Elaine was extremely helpful, kind and caring when my Husband was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in February of 2017. She assisted me with everything from childcare, cleaning, errands and assistance caring for him during his 6mos of treatment and during his last days....

Stephanie S.

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Kim R.


Portsmouth, RI

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hi!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Through my teachings in many schools I have a wide range of experience with many students and various abilities. I graduated with a degree in elementary education and I'm currently working toward my masters degree in special education. Still working with so many students I also have a great amount of experience in regards to...
5.0
"Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!"

Sierra S.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Part-time Caregiver

I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
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Paris E.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

3.7

(3)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Paris and I am 22 years old. I have been a nanny/babysitter for around 5 years now and I have experience with infants to teenagers. I take part in meal prepping, activities, homework help, cleaning up, and building real bonds with the kids I nanny/babysit. I am experienced with working with children with...
Paris can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Paris was amazing with my boys. They loved having her around. Very dependable, great communication, and very nice! If there were more than 5 stars, I'd definitely give more!"

Marcus T.

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Liz S.


Warwick, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Liz is a is a caring and very helpful CNA . I had broken my elbow and pelvic . She took care of me and would drive to Dr’s. I would definitely recommend her. Liz is indefinitely a great CNA"

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Elaine O.


Portsmouth, RI

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have 20+ years of experience. I'm caring compassionate and dependable. I can help with medication, doctor appointments, bathing, transportation, errands, help around the house, meal prep or overall companionship. I can even help you care for your loved one who may be crossing over soon. I will stay and take the stress off...
Elaine can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Elaine was extremely helpful, kind and caring when my Husband was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in February of 2017. She assisted me with everything from childcare, cleaning, errands and assistance caring for him during his 6mos of treatment and during his last days....

Stephanie S.

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Leilani B.


Portsmouth, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Various Kinds Of Care Giving, Temporary, Part Time, Etc.

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

I have 40+ years childcare experience. I've been hired by 40+ families on this site. I have excellent references. I've been called Mary Poppins because of the bags of activities I bring with me. I do date nights/temporary care while you're visiting the area. Background check done through the Portsmouth Police Dept... CPR-AED...
Leilani can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Leilani has been a regular sitter for our 9yo twin boys this past year for weeknight and weekend date nights. She's dependable, easy-going and flexible, and trustworthy. We've really appreciated her help immensely, our boys have enjoyed their time with her, and...

Amy H.

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Rachel D.


Warwick, RI

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

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.

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Cassie M.


Pawcatuck, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

51yr mature, caring, responsible woman with experience (part time, on -off) for over 25 yrs in the elderly care/ companionship/ PCA field, looking for PT work with seniors/special needs folks, overnight or a weekend day shift preferred. Most recently I care for my elderly parents, 1 with dementia who's recently been placed in a...
Cassie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Leah S.


Newport, RI

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Master's In Child Dev With 20+ Yrs Experience

For the past 20 plus years I have been working with young children (both with special needs and typically developing) and their families in a variety of settings and roles. I have experience as a lead teacher in an infant and toddler classroom, as a developmental specialist and home visitor with an early intervention program,...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

I have worked with special needs through high school and have since I have been out of college. I have assisted in learning, eating, changing, and assisting with bathroom habits.
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Macie L.


West Warwick, RI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

You Aren't Alone

Growing up in a family, where multiple people have Autism Spectrum Disorder, I know how much of a toll it can take when you do not have the help you need. I'm here to help any way I can, with abundant patience and love for all of God's children.
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Samantha T.


Warwick, RI

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Mature & Experienced With A BS In Special Education, Personal Care Assistant Available

I am a special education teacher and former PASS worker with over 8 years experience. I have been teaching for 5 years in the same school system. I also coach Special Olympics events and have been part of a Unified Basketball team
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Kiah M.


Warwick, RI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kiah and I am a Registered Nurse with a Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing. I currently work at a children's hospital, but I have used Care. com throughout high school and college and have cared for 10+ families, as young as 4 months to 16 years old, throughout this time. I would still love to use this to...
Kiah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Erica M.


Warwick, RI

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hello. My name is Erica and I am a 3rd year special education teacher in providence specializing in children with autism.
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Julia A.


Portsmouth, RI

$16-21/hr

Let's Face Challenges Together

I'm a kind, successful, autistic, imaginative college student looking to work with others with challenges in their lives. I have worked with people with different challenges in summer camps and in theater. One of my favorite activities is my inclusive yoga class where I have a chance to exercise and interact with an amazing...
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Barbara O.


Warwick, RI

$15-22/hr4 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hello, My name is Barbara. I have had experiences most of my life caring for others. I grew up helping with my special needs brother Michael who is truly awesome. I am a mother of two grown adults. I cared for my husband for three years who had a very aggressive cancer. I have recently worked with a lovely gentlemen in his late...
Barbara can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Kingston, RI

Michele H.

5.0

Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!

- Debra B.

Leslie H.

5.0

She is terrific with kids and a delight to be around.

- Linda W.

Jennifer B.

5.0

She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her

- Sarah B.

Elaine O.

5.0

Elaine was extremely helpful, kind and caring when my Husband was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in February of 2017. She assisted me with everything from childcare, cleaning, errands and assistance caring for him during his 6mos of treatment and during his last days. Elaine was always dependable and...

- Stephanie S.

Kim R.

5.0

Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!

- Sierra S.

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