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Emily A.


Dudley, MA

$15-40/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Part to Full-Time

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I have baby-sat a girl for 4 years who has Down's syndrome. She is now 16 years old and I have been watching her since she was 12. I also have taught yoga for the past three months at Life Skills, a non-profit organization which provides a wide variety of services to individuals with developmental, physical, and emotional...
Hi my name is Siearra and I have 5 years of experience in many unique areas of caregiving. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia needs as well as may other services. I am a non smoker and I am easy going and fun to be around. I am always willing to learn something new. I have a passion for giving the best care to...

Michaela C.


Southbridge, MA

$22-26/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated and passionate educator and nanny, guided by Montessori principles and a love for outdoor adventures. With over four years of experience, I have nurtured young minds and fostered creativity through engaging and adaptable learning experiences. My approach includes trips to the park, library, and local playgroup...
Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Virginia E.


Webster, MA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/friend

I have over 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. I have experience with direct care and also management. I am retired and available most hours. I worked as an activity coordinator for my last 5 years with elderly. In my previous years of employment I worked with special needs...
Virginia can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
5.0
"I cannot say enough great things about Virginia "Gigi". We were so lucky to have her help care for my Mom for the last 2 years. She provided excellent personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.) along with wonderful companionship for my Mom. She has a great positive...

Kathleen K.

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Kimberly S.


Pascoag, RI

$30-45/hr3 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

My name is Kim, and I am a 39-year-old nanny and household manager living in Pascoag, RI. With over a decade of experience, I've worked with four long-term families and Care. com's Backup Care program. I specialize in caring for multiples and have experience with children from infancy to age 12. I'm also the head coordinator of...
Kimberly can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I'm a first time mom and have hired Kim from the first day we got home from the hospital to do overnights with my newborn. Not only is she always 15 minutes early, she has gotten my baby to sleep 4-5 hour stretches during the night at 3-4 weeks old. Has showed me...

Stephanie P.

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Shannon B.


Brooklyn, CT

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi There!

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there my name is Shannon and I am 27 years old! I have over 10 years of experience in childcare. I have worked as a PCA for individuals with special needs, a nanny for infants up to 12 years old and a pre school head teacher for roughly two years. I am American Red Cross CPR CERTIFIED and I also have my epi pen and...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"My wife and I hired Shannon to watch our 10 year old boy and two year old girl, we had a great experience with Shannon, she’s professional and courteous, and our kids absolutely loved her, I highly recommend Shannon"

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Robert F.


Canterbury, CT

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time/full-time Caregiver, Available Immediately.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have had four years of experience caring for elderly gentlemen. I worked for 2 families, one of which the gentleman had a great deal of special needs. George had a stroke and was physically handicapped and unable to walk or perform any ADL's on his own. I was available to him 24-7 for a period of two years until he passed...
Robert can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Robert arrived to our appointment punctually and with a great attitude. He offered for any type of care or hours that we needed. He is a great candidate to provide companionship or for help with elderly care"

Julia D.

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Ginger H.


Willington, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nurturing responsible and reliable career nanny with experience caring for newborn through teen age children. I have recent experience with twins and also special needs. Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certifications are current. I have taught gymnastics and swimming lessons and enjoy outdoor activities , reading, crafting, yoga and...
Ginger can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ginger is educated, experienced, punctual, trustworthy, dependable, caring and the one person you can always count on. My son is 16 and has Down syndrome. Ginger has been with us through all these years. He can be a challenge, but Ginger can manage any...

Leslie D.

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Kathy T.


Storrs Mansfield, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
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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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Cindy B.


Windham, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
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Holly P.


Cherry Valley, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child/Adult Care Specializing In Special Needs

Hi! Over the years I have worked as a child/adult care provider, specializing in Special Needs. I have provided one on one care for kids, teens, and adults with a wide array of disabilities which include Behavioral Intervention, Management, and Modification. I have excellent references and would prefer to work 1:1. My skills are...
Holly can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust with her and his skills improved in her care."

Kathleen C.

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Karen L.


Chepachet, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

I am compassionate, dependable, caring, person. I have over 15 years of experience with Alzheimer's / dementia. I have volunteered for hospice, my local Department of Human Services, Animal Shelter, and Ambulance Corp. I have had over 4 years experience working hands on with developmentally challenged, mentally ill, and special...
Karen can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally...

Joyce T.

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Holly P.


Cherry Valley, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm 50yrs old and living I have worked with both children and adults with a wide range of disabilities that includes neurological, emotional, developmental, and extensive behavioral issues, in residential, public schools, and private settings for over 20 years. I am very good at what I do and love making a difference in other...
5.0
"Holly was reliable, respectful, patient and supportive. At the same time, she was able to maintain boundaries while fostering on-going growth and development. She will be an asset to anyone needing supports!"

Cherie M.

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Kris D.


Webster, MA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Looking For A Caregiving Job

I am very easy going, but extremely responsible. I enjoy children, special needs situations, and have also worked with handicapped and elderly.
Kris can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Linda B.


Hampton, CT

$24-31/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mom And Meme

I'm a mom and meme- gram love children and babies . I am an lpn license practical nurse And have worked in the school system with special needs. Looking to help a family out any way I can. I love the outdoors animals and exposing children to nature. If you have any questions please reach out. Thanks, Linda
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Alysia L.


Millbury, MA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

RBT

For the past five years I have worked as an RBT (registered behavioral technician) with children ages 3-11 with special needs. I currently am a paraprofessional working in the School District in their intensive needs classroom grades preschool- first grade. I have experience with children with ASD, Down Syndrome along with...
Alysia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! I have part time summer availability beginning in June until the end of August. I have over 5 years of experience with nannying and even longer with babysitting. I also have a bachelors degree. I am currently a full time nanny during the school year for a 1. 5-year-old and part time over the summer. I have...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kimberly H.


Oxford, MA

$18-23/hr5 yrs exp

I have babysat and taken care of kids for as long as I can remember. I was a junior camp counselor for three years, took a babysitting course in high school, I also help my mom with my sister who has special needs. I am also currently a school bus monitor for kids who are on the spectrum or have a diagnosed disability. I am also...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Woodstock, CT

Virginia E.

5.0

I cannot say enough great things about Virginia "Gigi". We were so lucky to have her help care for my Mom for the last 2 years. She provided excellent personal care (bathing, dressing, etc.) along with wonderful companionship for my Mom. She has a great positive attitude and always found crafty...

- Kathleen K.

Kimberly S.

5.0

Kim was the best! She was incredibly helpful for us while we adjusted to being new parents. She took amazing care of our son and provided so much knowledge to us that we otherwise wouldn't have had. She was so caring and always had a positive and warm demeanor. We couldn't recommend her more, our...

- Maggie K.

Shannon B.

5.0

Shannon is an amazing woman filled with empathy! She shows compassion, kindness, and playfulness, always caring for the kids. Her dedication and determination to better the lives of the kids she works with are unmatched, always putting their needs and wants first. I would recommend her to anybody in...

- Care member

Robert F.

5.0

Robert arrived to our appointment punctually and with a great attitude. He offered for any type of care or hours that we needed. He is a great candidate to provide companionship or for help with elderly care

- Julia D.

Ginger H.

5.0

Ginger has been part of our family for almost 10 years and she's actually the best. Kids gravitate to her. Anyone who hires Ginger would be incredibly lucky!

- Amanda N.

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