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Cameron R.


Elka Park, NY

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Super Creative And Fun!

Hi! I'm Cameron, I have 4 years of experience babysitting for a family back home in New York. I have a huge extended family with many little cousins and have always been told I'm their Favorite! I really enjoy being creative and would go above and beyond to make my sitting experience the best it can be! I am a great listener and...
Cameron can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Linda W.


Round Top, NY

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Elderly/Senior Care

I have cared for my mother-in-law for 3 years until her passing. I worked at nursing home for 2 years feeding an elderly man. I can help cook, bathe, dress and keep company, as well as make sure meds. are taken. Food shop. I also cared for my husband with terminal cancer. I am patient and kind. I took care of many elderly over...
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
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Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She is a very kind person. She handles people with care and respect. She took care of my mother for two years. I would highly recommend"

Lynn R.

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Katheryn C.


Woodstock, NY

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Airbnb Cleaner And Manager

I've been cleaning an Airbnb rental continuously over the past several years. The reviews around the cleanliness are impeccable. I have also been a manager of an Airbnb for several years. Occasionally, I clean houses and businesses.
Katheryn can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, window washing, kitchen cleaning, carpet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"She is very reliable and always accommodating even when requests may che challenging to get schedule "

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Alisha B.


Saugerties, NY

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Housekeeping

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have watched many children and have helped clean up after them and clean their parents homes. I've also house-sat numerous times. which requires I clean the house and mop and do laundry and dishes. floor cleaning and cleaning after animals.
Alisha can also help with: Carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
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Linda W.


Round Top, NY

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Linda. I have one child who is 26 years old. I have helped raise 3 step children and 5 step grandchildren. I live in Round Top. I have many years of experience in child care. On occasion, I help my niece with her 4 children, ages 6, 4 2 & 6 months. I love animals and children. I am very flexible with my working hours....
Linda can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Linda has been a caregiver to my grandson since he was a baby and he is now 7 years old. She is very dependable and enjoys caring for children. She reads with him, plays play dough, puzzles and out door games. She helps him with homework and math flash cards. She...

Jacqueline G.

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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23. I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
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Amber P.


Chichester, NY

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey, my name is Amber! I am 27 and have a daughter who will be two in June. I work for Anderson Center for Autism and have been in the human services field for about seven years. I was drug tested and had a background check prior to my hire at Anderson and am going to update my care profile with that information shortly. I am...
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Emily T.


Haines Falls, NY

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night/ Vacation Sitter Located In Waikiki

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Emily! I have been living in Honolulu for over a year now. My latest job was homeschooling 5 children. I have 10 years of childcare experience as a nanny, camp counselor, daycare worker, and teacher. I have learned so much about caring for children while teaching them valuable lessons and having fun! I will provide...
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We hired Emily to babysit our 3 girls (3, 6, 10) while on a vacation in Honolulu. She was punctual, responsive, and kept our girls safe and entertained taking them to the beach, the children's museum, and out for ice cream. We hope to see her again on a future...

Alisha B.

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Alisha B.


Saugerties, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Alisha and I love working with children. I am currently a salon owner and specialize in children's hair cuts! I love to teach and interact with children. I am also first aid and CPR certified. I love games and activities. I love to stay active and have fun. I have 18 years of child experience. I taught preschool...
Alisha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alisha is one of the best caregivers I have ever had for my children. She is kind, supportive and a lot of fun. My children just adore her. With her background in preschool education there is never a dull moment for activities and play. She is reliable and a great...

Heather B.

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Natalie T.


Saugerties, NY

$25/hr4 yrs exp

Home Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Home care 2020-Current Caring for elderly in home. Activities of daily living (daily hygiene, showering, feeding, walking, transferring, and dressing). Transportation to doctors or other activities outside the home. Active listener, caring, and compassionate. Experience with individuals with dementia and on hospice. As well as...
Natalie can also help with: Dementia, personal care, companionship, hospice services, specialized care, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Natalie is a top notch caregiver. She is polite, respectful, kind, caring and exceptionally skilled. Natalie cared for my parents for a period of two plus years. She was a calming presence in difficult situations and both of my parents trusted her and loved her. I...

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Lauren R.


East Jewett, NY

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with children of all ages and genuinely love working with kids and making a difference in their lives! I have babysitting experience, tutoring experience, and have also worked at a children's daycare at a ski resort for many years.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lauren is a great sitter for my two kiddos. She is always on time and very dependable. Most importantly my kids love her!"

Lauren Y.

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Emma M.


Saugerties, NY

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Emma M. PCA/CNA

Hello! Let me tell you a little bit about myself; I grew up in a household in which a family member required 24/7 care do to health complications, and I loved to help. So from a very young age I knew I would want to do this for a living. I'm a very patient and loving caregiver, as well as respectful and hardworking. I've been in...
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Amber P.


Chichester, NY

$20-50/hr9 yrs exp

Full/Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hey, I'm Amber. I have been housekeeping for 10+ years. I have two daughters. Kira is almost 7, and Abrielle is almost 2! I have had many years of experience with children in my in home daycare or babysitting in someone's home. My schedule can be pretty flexible. I pet sit as well and have 10+ years experience with pets of all...
Amber can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Amber is amazing with kids. She is very reliable and understanding. "

Samantha S.

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Amber P.


Chichester, NY

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hey, I'm Amber! I have had great experience with pets of all shapes and size and even as a child had a pet snake. Yes, a pet snake. I prefer working with dogs and cats, but am up for any challenge. I have done some schooling at Ulster County Community College for a veterinary technician degree and have owned many animals as...
Amber can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Amber is an excellent cleaner who is capable of taking on other household tasks. She uses her time efficiently and pays good attention to details (corners, backsplashes, pet areas, tile grout, etc.)."

Ann D.

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Katheryn C.


Woodstock, NY

$45/hr4 yrs exp

Attentive And Loving Sitter

I have a passion for learning, adventure, fun projects, children, animals, the outdoors, sustainable green practices, yoga, cooking, among many other things. I have much love and attention to give and thrive around inquisitive children, animals, and elders, as I enjoy learning new things together and sharing my knowledge with...
Katheryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"She is passionate, reliable and detailed "

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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder. I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
Cindy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"My husband and I highly recommend Cindy for senior care. Cindy was an amazing healthcare assistant. Cindy took care of my mother in law for a little over a year when my husband and I were at work. My mother in law has Parkinson's disease, and Cindy helped her to...

Kelly H.

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Amber P.


Chichester, NY

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Housekeeper

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hey, I'm Amber! I have a great background check and references, am conscientious, reliable and very detail oriented! I love what I do and would love to grow bigger each day! I am punctual, don't miss work and am flexible with clients who have air BNB and need a last minute clean. I can provide a background check and references...
Amber can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, carpet cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning & more
5.0
"Amber has done a wonderful job cleaning both our small studio for rental guests and our home. She comes early and stays late, somehow managing to accomplish more than we ask her to every time. We look forward to her continuing to clean our home(s) for us! "

Emily F.

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Amber P.


Chichester, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Amber. I have been in the human service field since 2007. I have worked with individuals with developmental delays and physical limits. I can provide cleaning services, personal care, companion care, or shopping. I have current CPR and first aid certifications as well. If there is another task that needs to be done, I am...
Amber can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, live-in home care
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Margaret D.


Saugerties, NY

$15-26/hr

Reliable, Punctual Housekeeper

While I don't have any professional housekeeping experience, I have cleaned for people on the side in addition to babysitting or pet sitting services. I'm looking to expand my horizons and find more jobs of that nature in my area. I am happy to do only housekeeping or do it in addition to pet or child care.
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Kaitlyn A.


Round Top, NY

$15-23/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Start September

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I have a 1-year-old who will be with me Available 9:30-2:30 Monday thru Thursday
Kaitlyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Elka Park, NY

Linda W.

5.0

Linda is knowledgeable about dementia and her care for and with people are exceptional..

- J H.

Katheryn C.

5.0

She is very reliable and always accommodating even when requests may che challenging to get schedule

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Linda W.

5.0

Linda is a very dedicated hard worker. I have known her over 25 years and worked with her in previous jobs, however, I am currently working in another field. She is caring and compassionate, has good work ethics and is extremely dependable. If you have any further questions regarding Linda, please...

- Sherry S.

Emily T.

5.0

We hired Emily to babysit our 3 girls (3, 6, 10) while on a vacation in Honolulu. She was punctual, responsive, and kept our girls safe and entertained taking them to the beach, the children's museum, and out for ice cream. We hope to see her again on a future trip!

- Alisha B.

Alisha B.

5.0

Alisha is one of the best caregivers I have ever had for my children. She is kind, supportive and a lot of fun. My children just adore her. With her background in preschool education there is never a dull moment for activities and play. She is reliable and a great communicator. In my opinion,...

- Heather B.

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