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Raylisse R.

PART-TIME

Raylisse R.

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Brooklyn, NY

$20-50

Hourly rate

4

Years exp.

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Meet Raylisse

0yrs

female

Speaks English

Taking care of my baby sister for a little while was a quiet but meaningful experience. Since she isn't verbal and has autism, I had to pay closer...

Taking care of my baby sister for a little while was a quiet but meaningful experience. Since she isn't verbal and has autism, I had to pay closer attention to her actions, sounds, and expressions instead of relying on words. At first, it felt a bit overwhelming because I wasn't always sure what she needed, but over time I started to notice patterns--like how she would reach for things she wanted or make certain sounds when she was uncomfortable. I learned that patience is really important. Simple things like sitting with her, playing gently, or just being present made a difference. Even without speaking, she found her own ways to communicate, and it felt special when I understood her without words. It also made me realize how much care and attention she needs every day. Overall, the experience helped me become more observant and understanding. It showed me that communication isn't only about talking, and that small moments of connection can still be really strong and important.

Highlights

  • Non-smoker
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Infant (up to 12 months)
  • Youth (1 to 11 years)
  • Teen (12-17 years)
  • ADHD
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Developmental delays
  • Down syndrome
  • Speech delay
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