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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Groton, MA
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Groton, MA
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I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies.
During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving...
Reviewed by Adriana G.
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Hello ! My name is Whitney and I am looking for a summer 2023 job from June-August. I am a soon to be graduate of Assumption University and am currently pursuing a career in speech and language pathology. I have always loved helping others and enjoy doing fun and playful activities with them. I have experience helping people of...
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Hi my name is Erin M. and I am currently a student at Worcester State University studying Elementary Education and Psychology. I have been babysitting for over 6 years and I am a full time nanny over the summer. I have experience with kids from ages 3-13 but am open to any age! I have also worked with children with special needs...
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For the past 25+ years I have been a certified Foster/Adoptive parent for children with special needs - ranging from mental retardation, cerebral palsy, AIDS, as well as fostering newborn drug addicted, premature, etc. Caring for children is my reason for being. I have adopted the last 7 foster-kids and they are now young...
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"Allie is an excellent caregiver! She is so patient and kind - she did a great job caring for our daughter."
Reviewed by Carrie S.
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I have worked in elder care for most of my adult life as a Home Health Aid and Program Director. These roles provide me with many skills, both in caring for people physically but also cognitively. I can keep your loved one engaged, stimulated and interested in things around them. I am highly qualified and skilled in helping...
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"We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a great sense of humor! She is so good with my mom who has some dementia...
Reviewed by Bonnie O.
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All my children have come to me with special needs. Some of their needs were prematurity, drug addiction at birth, emotional disabilities, physical disabilities such as AIDS, cerebral palsy, and mental retardation. I have been passionate for over 25 years working in this field as these children bring such joy and are so loving...
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"Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her"
Reviewed by Paula W.
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I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
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"Kelley took care of my brother who has Muscular Dystrophy. He needed care on all levels from showering, shaving to g-tube, ventilator and stoma care. Kelley did all of this and still had time to neaten up the...
Reviewed by Evan W.
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I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
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"Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing...
Reviewed by Jonathan H.
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I have cared for many children with special needs. I have the compassion, and a genuine ability to nurture and care for people with these needs. I'm currently in a program at North Shore College working towards an Associate's degree.
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I currently have limited availability but would like to hear about what you're looking for.
I am a mom of 2 kids, 17 & 18 years old. I used to be a substitute teacher once my youngest was in kindergarten full time and I worked primarily with special needs children. After that I focused on babysitting in people's homes.
I also...
4.0
"Candace is great with keeping my twins on track with remote learning."
Reviewed by Elizabeth M.
Jennifer P.
Littleton, MA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
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My name is Jenny, I am 18 years old, and currently attending college courses as a pre-med. I have a history with assisting teaching summer school programs for children with special needs, and have a well understanding on psychology of child development. I think it is important to have a babysitter who has knowledge on what is...
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I have been caring for children most of my life, from teen babysitter, full time nanny, daycare provider, mom of three boys, two of which are twins, to full time special needs educator in public schools for 20 years. I get satisfaction from helping parents raise healthy positive children.
Erin P.
Pepperell, MA
$22-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello. I have 7 year experience working with children from infancy to preschool, as well as three additional years of teaching at a special needs elementary school. I am a step mother to a beautiful 5-year-old, and find importance in family. My dedication is to the growth and wellbeing of your child.
Claire F.
Nashua, NH
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Claire I am 21 and a third year nursing student in Boston. With Covid I've been able to take remote classes and work locally for my clinical work. I enjoy working with people of all ages and abilities. I enjoy arts and crafts, sports, music, and so much more. I have worked in the past as a PCA, CNA, EMT, and...
Miranda D.
Dunstable, MA
$18-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have been around all different types of disabilities. I know how to stay calm and make the kids feel like they are in a safe place and help them cope.
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With a Master's degree in special education from Northeastern University, and extensive experience in the field, my dedication to individuals with special needs stems from a deeply ingrained empathy and nurturing nature. I approach caregiving with profound compassion, understanding the unique challenges enjoy each individual...
Rachel O.
Townsend, MA
$10-15/hr
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I've cared for people most my life; my gram, mom when sick, and elderly woman who was the mom of a teacher I worked with.
I'm reliable, caring, hardworking.
If your loved one needs someone who will care for them, clean for them, cook, and be a friend I can do that.
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I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
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Hi there! My name is Sara and I have worked with children from ages 0-18 over the past 15 years. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny, teachers assistant in a school, lead teacher at a daycare, and dance teacher. Most of my experience is working in a school/daycare setting with elementary aged children. I have worked with many...
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Hello, my name is Elizabeth and I am a kind, gentle, and caring person. I'm working on going back to school to become a Nurse Midwife, and would love to assist in any daily tasks you may need. I'm 27 years old and am a very hard worker who is passionate about serving others. I have also worked and served children and families...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Groton, MA
Heike G.
5.0
I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of projects with her kids, like making...
- Adriana G.
Alexandra M.
5.0
Allie has been the most amazing caregiver for our son (and dog - they both love her). She not only does a great job caring for him, she also invests time every day in helping him learn new skills as he grows. She is so conscientious, caring and reliable. She has consistently gone above and beyond...
- Aimee L.
Lisa L.
5.0
We have had Lisa as a caregiver for my 95 yo mom for at least 2 or 3 years and she is wonderful! She has a kind and easy going manner and a great sense of humor! She is so good with my mom who has some dementia and some other medical issues -always kind and gentle. We love Lisa- you will too!
- Bonnie O.
Alexandra M.
5.0
Very kind, attentive, cares deeply for people she watches over, I cannot imagine what I would of done without her
- Paula W.
Kelley H.
5.0
I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...
- Claudia S.
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