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I've cared for a 6-year-old with spina bifida and hydrocephalous, two children/infants with Down syndrome, and a newborn with cleft palate and other orthopedic abnormalities. Working with kids with special needs teaches you to become a more patient person as well...
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Experienced with ages: Infant
Experienced with diagnoses: Down Syndrome, Hydrocephaly, Spinal Cord Injury
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I have 10 years experience as a caregiver. My experience includes working with those who have faced the challenges of cerebral palsy, dementia, and disability. This experience has helped me gain keen insight into the special needs of people in difficult circumstances.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Diabetes, Mental Illness, Mobility Challenges
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I have served in the deaf ministry for over six years. I've been teaching sign language to children, am involved in the deaf choir, deaf camp, and more. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I conduct etiquette training for children, 7 to 12 years old. These are all...
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Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Deafness
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I have several years experience as a CNA/care giver.
I first earned my license back in 1997 and immediately started working with the elderly patients that had Alzheimer's. I also have experience working private duty in patients homes assisting with children and...
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Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cancer, Deafness, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Mental Illness, Mental Retardation,...
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I worked at Continuing Developmental Services in Rochester NY for about 8 years, 4 years as a caregiver and 4 years as a manger of a group home. I managed a home with very behavioral adults and I am well adept to handle many difficult situations. We were responsible...
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Experienced with ages: Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Central Auditory Processing Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays, Diabetes,...
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During the summer and winter break, I worked as a Personal Care Assistant for Behavioral Analysis Support System (B.A.S.S.) in Gainesville, Florida. I provided care for a young teen with Autism as well as cerebral palsy and other physical and behavioral needs....
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Experienced with ages: Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Speech Delay
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Special needs children such as abused, neglected, breathing problems, autism, crippled, missing limbs and so on are very dear to my heart and need that extra dose of attention that only compassion can give as well as experience. I have not had schooling in this...
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Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, Asthma, Autism, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, Epilepsy, Food...
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I have experience working on the skilled unit in a nursing home and small state hospital experience. I have worked in mental health for almost nine years with an array of experiences.
Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental...
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I am and have previously work with the developmentally and physically disabled. I believe one of my friends, who is a quadriplegic, that we all have something that makes us unable to fulfill the destiny that the lord has for us to its full potential. Even the able...
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Experienced with ages: Youth , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays, Epilepsy, Mental Retardation, Mobility Challenges
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Well I worked in a group home for about five and a half years with kids that had autism. I have also done some one on one companionship with older clients.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Developmental Delays, Diabetes, Down Syndrome,...
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Unfortunately, I am new to the care of those with special needs. This would be a first-time job for me. I am trying to establish a background and want to get started. I have always been passionate about helping people out whether it's just someone to talk to or...
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Experienced with diagnoses: ADD
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I am a teaching major who will specialize in special education. I like special needs because they are compassionate and caring
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Mental Retardation, Speech Delay
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I have cared for a little girl since she was born who has been diagnosed with allergies and also with developmental delays and swallowing problems. She has to be on special foods. She also needs nebulizer treatments to be administered to her on a regular basis,...
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Experienced with ages: Infant , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome
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I have over two years of experience working at school settings with children with severe to mild disabilities. I am currently taking classes to get certified as a behavior analyst, I have worked with several children with autism and related disabilities.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Developmental...
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I have been working with people with disabilities for the past five years. I am certified through the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) as a companion for respite care, in-home support and supported living coach. I am currently working in a group home...
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Experienced with ages: Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Autism, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Deafness, Developmental Delays, Down Syndrome, Mental Retardation, Mobility...
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I provided non-medical in home care and assistance for seniors including terminally ill households. I closely worked with and monitored patients. I provided cooking, cleaning and companionship and demonstrated unwavering patience and understanding. My passion comes...
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Experienced with ages: Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Cancer, Dyslexia, Mobility Challenges
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I have been working with special care including the following: autistic, MR, schizophrenia, ADD, ADHD, epilepsy, down syndrome, and diabetes to name a few. I am very passionate about what I do because I feel we all deserve the best quality in life and if I am available...
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Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Epilepsy, Mental Retardation, Speech Delay
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I previously worked in a preschool with kids with special needs. One little girl had autism in my class. I also took care of her in my own home.
Experienced with ages: Youth , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, Asthma, Autism, Cancer, Down Syndrome
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I've provided special needs care in two areas. The first was for a little girl (3 years old) who had a hyper-sensory disorder. It appeared similar to Asperger's, but that was not her diagnosis. She experienced her five senses to an incredibly high degree and was...
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Experienced with ages: Youth , Teen , Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Developmental Delays, Mental Illness, Sensory Integration Disorder, Speech Delay
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I was a nanny to a little boy who was 3 years old. He was diagnosed with autism at age 2. I worked with his many therapists trying to teach him basic tools to be able to function in a typical classroom setting. I was able to potty train him, taught him numerous...
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Experienced with ages: Youth
Experienced with diagnoses: ADHD, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays, Speech Delay
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I have had a lot of experience with errand running, appointment setting and pet care, even light housekeeping. I enjoy it and I am good at what I do
Experienced with ages: Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Mobility Challenges
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My name is Ashley. I am 25 years old and enjoy my career as a teacher. I am very interested in speaking with you regarding your child care needs. I have over six years experience in education and child care. Please feel free to contact me with any...
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Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Central Auditory Processing Disorder, Developmental Delays, Dyslexia,...
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I have over a year experience with spinal cord injuries. I am currently working as a morning attendant (5 a.m. -7:30 a.m.) for a quadriplegic male. I have two years home care experience with brain injuries. I am used to children and pets also being in the home.
Experienced with ages: Adult
Experienced with diagnoses: Mental Illness, Mobility Challenges, Spinal Cord Injury, TBI
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I have been working with a little girl with special needs for about two months now, and I love it. She just turned 1 year old, she has Down syndrome, and a g-tube. She is a regular, happy child.
Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen , Adult , Senior
Experienced with diagnoses: Asthma, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Food Allergies, Heart Defects, Mental Illness, Mobility Challenges,...
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I was a teacher's assistant for Orange County Public Schools for three years. I worked with students grades K-5th that were diagnosed with various disabilities. I am currently in my first year of classroom teaching with UCP of Central Florida and I was a lead teacher...
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Experienced with ages: Infant , Youth , Teen
Experienced with diagnoses: ADD, ADHD, Aspergers, Asthma, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Blindness/Visual Impairment, Central Auditory Processing Disorder,...
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