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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Foster, RI
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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Licenced CNA with experience in home care on all levels, hospice care, and special needs. Former EMT experience as well. Can provide excellent references upon request.
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My name is Priscilla. I have been in child care field for 12 years. I love all sorts of children with different ages! Because of this experience and my educational background I charge a minimum of $25h.
I am looking for summer time jobs, evenings, or weekends. If given enough notice I can work from 4:15-10p on week days....
5.0
"Priscilla was great with our one year old son, and even offered to stay later than we intended when our event ran late. She was great with him, and we will definitely be using her again!!"
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Cassandra R.
Warwick, RI
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I'm Cassandra! A little about me with my 3 dogs and rabbit. I enjoy writing spending time with family and friends, live music and living life as if Todays my last day. I've been in Homecare officially for three years but grew up taking care of my grandmother who had MS, we recently lost her in may 2022. I have a good Sense...
5.0
"Cassandra is fantastic and the only reason she's not with us right now is because mom is back in the hospital. We are hoping she's available once mom returns home. One of the best we've had."
Reviewed by Tammy D.
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I am a 38-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...
5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well,...
Reviewed by Kirsten K.
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Hello, my name is Michelle and this is my tenth year taking care of children. What started as babysitting on date nights for some of my high school teachers has blossomed into a decade of caring for children for several families across the state of Rhode Island. From after-school pick up, full-time nannying, and weekend date...
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"It is with great pleasure that we recommend Michelle F. as a caregiver. She watched our one-year-old son frequently from 2018 onward. Michelle is always punctual, responsive to calls and text messages...
Reviewed by Christine D.
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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...
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We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything...
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Rachel D.
Warwick, RI
$17-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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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!"
Reviewed by Dora H.
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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...
5.0
"Virginia is one of the most positive people I have ever known! She is always a bright spot and anyone she comes in contact with has a better day!"
Reviewed by Justine W.
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I'd Describe my personality as outgoing and kind-hearted.
I like working with kids because, as a mom myself, I know how important it is to have them around safe and caring people.
Looking for a job that can work around my son's school schedule. He is out of the house by 7 a.m. and back by 2 p.m. when school is in session....
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"I have 3 young WILD boys and had a surprise dinner to go to last minute with no sitter. Arnasha was available last minute and allowed me to drop them off to her! They had the best time, and raved about her when...
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Mackenzie B.
Putnam, CT
$24/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I have 3 years of experience. I worked in a daycare for almost 2 years. I had watched two children on the weekends that are in foster care for a total of 2 years. I also have nannied for a family including a 1. 5-year-old and a 6-year-old! I am CPR certified. I have training with special needs individuals. I have some background...
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"Machenzie is a very dependable sweet young lady. We have used her often the past year and a half. She has never once cancelled or been late . My children love her and she has become a member of our family...
Reviewed by Michelle R.
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I am outgoing, loving, patient, and responsible. I am 28 years old and I graduated from Rhode Island College in May 2019 with a bachelors in biology. I absolutely adore children! I was formerly a dance instructor for about 6 years. I have experience working with children ranging from infant to 13 years old. I also have...
5.0
"Ayanna is very punctual and helpful. She asks great questions and took excellent care of my 8 month old daughter."
Reviewed by Lauren M.
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I have been a caregiver for 13 years for special needs for a big company. I have received employee of the year twice in the program I work in. I am CPR certified and med trained. I love helping and making a difference in peoples lives, I love to add humor and make people laugh, sometimes that's just what people need. A little...
5.0
"Jeannie was fantastic with our two boys (11 months and 4 years old)! She was very eager to help out with meal prep and household items as well. She was very flexible with her time and great with the kids. We...
Reviewed by Denise B.
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A well-mannered, articulate, and responsible nanny, with great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. A confident child career who is emotionally mature and possess high energy levels and an ability to develop close relationships with both children and families. Possessing excellent communication...
5.0
"Astrid was great ! Super caring and friendly, she is amazing with my kids and my dogs I have been using her for years ! She is very dependable and loving ! The best of the best"
Reviewed by Jacqueline C.
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Hello! My name is Sydney and I am 28 years old. I have been working with children with disabilities for about 10 years. I have worked in a public school system as a Behavior Therapist and teacher aide, I have done in-home ABA therapy, and I have worked at the May Institute for 6 years. I have worked with children of all ages...
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I have always been passionate about working with children. I have cared for twins, children with special needs, &as many as 3 siblings at a time. My experience includes children age 0-14, with my focus and passion being with pre-school age infants and toddlers. I have my bachelors in Counseling and Child Studies. With a focus on...
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"Olivia has been our nanny for 2+ years and I cannot recommend her more strongly. She was amazing with our young teenage son and two puppies. She is kind, honest, reliable, creative and hard working. Whenever...
Reviewed by Paul B.
Nicole S.
Exeter, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have a child with spina bifida. so I understand what you going through. I am also a CNA.
Gabrielle P.
Pawtucket, RI
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
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Hello! My name is Gabrielle, and I am an experienced and dependable babysitter with over 14 years of experience taking care of children of all ages, and also have cared for special needs youth. With my extensive background in child care, I am confident I can provide your little one with a safe, fun and stimulating environment....
5.0
"Gabrielle was very responsive and communicative with us. She took the time to understand our needs. On the day for babysitting, she arrived early, was kind, attentive and great with our daughter. We’ll...
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Savannah C.
Pomfret Center, CT
$18-45/hr • 9 yrs exp
Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative
5.0
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Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :)
I started working with children at a young...
5.0
"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is...
Reviewed by Chelsie F.
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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...
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"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!"
Reviewed by Debra B.
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I have 10 years of experience. I started as a mothers helper and moved up to reoccurring babysitting. I also worked as an after school aide for third and 4th graders for a year in high school. Moving on to college I started working at a daycare. I worked at this daycare for 2. 5 years and mostly worked with ages 1-2-year-olds. I...
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"Julia watched our 20 month old son when we were in town for a wedding. She was on time and professional. She sent updates and got him to fall asleep at bedtime even though he missed his nap. Overall great!"
Reviewed by Mary B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Foster, RI
Priscilla D.
5.0
Priscilla was great with our one year old son, and even offered to stay later than we intended when our event ran late. She was great with him, and we will definitely be using her again!!
- Care member
Cassandra R.
5.0
She was absolutely amazing with my mother!!!
- Brianna H.
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!
- Kirsten K.
Michelle F.
5.0
It is with great pleasure that we recommend Michelle F. as a caregiver. She watched our one-year-old son frequently from 2018 onward. Michelle is always punctual, responsive to calls and text messages &wonderfully engaging with our toddler. She is intelligent, warm and has a myriad of experience...
- Christine D.
Liz S.
5.0
We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of exactly what my Mom was dealing with was...
- Care member
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