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Brittany W.


North Scituate, RI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Registered Nurse Looking To Be Your Nanny

5.0

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Hi There! My name is Brittany. I am a Registered Nurse who has 10+ years of childcare experience and am certified in CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. I have managed care for up to 6 children at one time and have significant experience with newborns and children with special needs. I am caring, loving, athletic, creative,...
5.0
"Brittany was an excellent caregiver for our 3 month old son. She was always on time (even with early morning hours) and we always felt safe knowing that she was there with our baby. She is caring, energetic and...

Reviewed by Carol B.

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Sarah O.


Ledyard, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

5.0

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I have many years experience as a nurse aide and caregiver. I've worked with all different kinds of special needs patients. I have been CPR and first aid certified. I'm also a mother of 5 :).
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Nicole S.


Exeter, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have a child with spina bifida. so I understand what you going through. I am also a CNA.
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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

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I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. It is a passion of mine to help others. I have experience with adaptive equipment, and special needs.
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Michelle F.


Johnston, RI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Nanny With 10+ Years Experience

5.0

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Christine D.

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Summer M.


Norwich, CT

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I work at a local high school as a paraprofessional. I work with students with IEPs. Disabilities include: autism, mental health, learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD etc. I have also been a mentor to a now 23-year-old women who has mental health and co-morbid fetal alcohol syndrome since she was 10. I have helped her with life...
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Cindy B.


Windham, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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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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Karen L.


Chepachet, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Joyce T.

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Savannah C.


Pomfret Center, CT

$18-45/hr9 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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Heather K.


Norwich, CT

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Professional

5.0

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Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...
5.0
"Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!"

Reviewed by Erica H.

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Nicole S.


Exeter, RI

$20-28/hr20 yrs exp

5.0

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I am a mature, responsible, reliable and energetic person with exceptional childcare skills. Experienced Caring for Newborn -elderly, medically fragile, Special needs, OCD, ADHD and Dementia/Alzheimer's
5.0
"Nicole is caring, dependable, and overall a great person."

Reviewed by Robert K.

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Michele M.


Johnston, RI

$22-23/hr10 yrs exp

Mimi To Many

5.0

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I am an active 'almost senior' and mother of six adults and "Mimi" to 15 grandchildren. I have two dogs, love to craft, crochet and garden. I also love to bake and thrift shop. I am experienced in child care of all ages and have a grandson with special needs. I am active in my church and ran a church nursery for 18 years. I...
5.0
"We were very lucky to have Michele’s help caring for our son over the past year, three days per week, from the time he was 9-21 months. She is an experienced child care provider who is always positive,...

Reviewed by Care member

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Mariah M.


Norwich, CT

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

5.0

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I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.
5.0
"She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on...

Reviewed by Elaine K.

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Rachel H.


Norwich, CT

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

5.0

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I am a caring and passionate caregiver with 14 years of experience. I have worked as an in home nanny, in corporate daycares, private Montessori schools, as well as in tutoring/distant learning positions. I have extensive experience in all age groups as well as special needs.
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Michele H.


Cranston, RI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Caring PCA

5.0

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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...
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!"

Reviewed by Debra B.

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Mackenzie B.


Putnam, CT

$24/hr3 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...
5.0
"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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Jackie F.


North Scituate, RI

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Care Taker

5.0

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I have experience with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, seizure disorder, and also have experience with care of elderly with dementia. I have administered medication, helped with bathing and changing, I can also prepare meals, low sodium, low sugar, whatever is needed. I will provide the best care for you or...
5.0
"Jackie Has cared for my son for a couple of years now. He is significantly disabled She's always been amazing with him, she redirects and distracts him if she see a potential problematic behavior coming. When...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alinda B.


Exeter, RI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

LPN Caregiver

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35 years experience in Elder and Special Needs Care. 20 years Supervising in Dementia Care settings.
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Athena C.


Coventry, RI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid Available For You!!!

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Hello all. I have worked with the elderly for 10 I have also been working with children and adults with special needs for 8 years now. I am very patient and understanding. I do it all no worries. A day usually consists of ADLS , meds , house keeping , cooking all 3 meals. I am certified in MAP, CPR, HHA hope to hear from you...
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Christian P.


West Warwick, RI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hi Parents,

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I have 3 years of experience with kids . I first worked in North Kingstown for the recreation department. Covid-19 made it so summer camp was divided into pods. I worked with the ages of 8 and 9. The next year of camp there were no pods so I was working with ages 5 to 14. I now work at MunchkinLand Preschool and float between...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Moosup, CT

Brittany W.

5.0

Brittany was really helpful as a sitter when our son was first born. She has a lot of infant and night nurse experience and knew how to help instill a bedtime routine, calm him down, and take care of him for us during date nights!

- Care member

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.

Karen L.

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 during a very stressful time. I highly...

- Joyce T.

Savannah C.

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 amazing with children. She played with my daughter, fed my daughter dinner and was even...

- Chelsie F.

Heather K.

5.0

Heather is a very kind and compassionate person, our Family fell in love with her immediately! I admire her energy and passion for life!

- Erica H.

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