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Christine O.

Special Education Teacher To The Rescue!

Smithtown, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am available to provide families with parent training, to work directly with the student/client as a community habilitation specialist, or to simply provide families with respite care.
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Sam F.'s Photo

Smithtown, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I am a 21-year-old college student studying to be a childhood special education teacher. I currently work as respite for a 13-year-old autistic child but, I am trying to gain experience with children with varying needs. My skills include CPI and CPR training, I am good at positive redirection and avoiding meltdowns. I also have...
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Centereach, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
transportation
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for as a caregiver. I have three years of experience supporting adults and seniors, and I am passionate about promoting their well-being and independence. I am patient, compassionate, and friendly. I understand the importance of building connections with care recipients by...
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Brentwood, NY

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Errands
home modification
respite care
transportation
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. For the past six years, I've been dedicated to supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors, while also providing peace of mind for their families. My experience as a DSP, then a job coach, then a community habilitation worker has...
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Hauppauge, NY

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
dementia
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is my daily motivation. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide with a decade of experience, I provide compassionate and detail-oriented care. I am highly skilled and dealing with Alzheimer's as well as dementia, patients, wound care /OT/PT follow ups My goal is to...
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Ronkonkoma, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Errands
respite care
home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a real difference in people's lives is what drives me as a caregiver. For over three decades, I've been dedicated to supporting children, adults and seniors, ensuring their well-being and independence. I understand the importance of providing families with a reliable care option. As a Licensed Practicing Nurse , I offer...
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Farmingville, NY

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$26/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Bringing eight years of experience in senior care, I am a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide dedicated to supporting your loved one's comfort and independence. I offer a range of services, including personal care, mobility assistance, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and respite care....
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Bay Shore, NY

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for. With three years of experience, I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide. I offer respite care, live-in care, transportation, and support with errands. I also assist with personal care, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I'm experienced in...
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Special Needs With No Training Required

Ronkonkoma, NY

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$20/hr
Helping friends/family with special needs family members has made me realize that often additional time is needed that cannot be provided by working families. I can help you with this. I don't have any specific training but if you need help/respite without medical skills I'm the one for you!
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Ronkonkoma, NY

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is truly my calling. With three years of experience, I offer respite care, transportation, errands, light housekeeping, and assistance with meals, mobility, and physical activity. My home health experience includes caring for those with dementia. I adapt to changing routines and unexpected...
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Holbrook, NY

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
respite care
home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Bringing a decade of experience in senior care, I'm dedicated to supporting families by offering dependable and compassionate assistance. I hold a college degree, and my skills include CPR and First Aid Training. I provide respite care, transportation, help with errands and shopping, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medical...
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Meet Maria

East Northport, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
Making a difference in someone's life is what I strive for every day. With a graduate degree and over 10 years of experience, I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide dedicated to providing compassionate care. I offer respite care, hospice services, home health, personal care, and dementia care. I adapt...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on the lives of adults and seniors is what I'm passionate about. With three years of experience, I provide respite care, transportation, and personal care. I am also skilled in meal preparation, light housekeeping, and running errands. I am patient, friendly, and professional. I understand the importance...
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Holtsville, NY

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is what I strive for as a caregiver. With three years of experience providing home health services, I'm adept at respite care, transportation, errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I hold a college degree, and my approach is always patient, compassionate, and detail-oriented. I...
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The Nurturer.

Brentwood, NY

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$25/hr
16 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a comhab/ respite caregiver with 17years of experience. I can provide training to people with developmental disabilities/autism spectrum, enhancing their skills to live more independently. I also help with personal Care including vital signs & mechanical lifts etc.
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Bay Shore, NY

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Errands
mobility assistance
home modification
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is what drives me as a caregiver. With five years of experience, I bring a patient, compassionate, and detail-oriented approach to supporting adults and seniors. I am a Certified Home Health Aide with CPR and First Aid Training. I provide respite care, live-in care, transportation, and help...
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Selden, NY

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$26/hr
5 years experience
Home modification
light cleaning
meal prep
mobility assistance
respite care
Making a real difference in someone's life is what drives me. With five years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I'm passionate about supporting the well-being and independence of adults and seniors. I have a college degree and bring patience, compassion, and professionalism to every interaction. I provide respite...
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Available For Part-Time And Full-Time Respite Care, Housekeeping, And Meal Preparation (Available For Part-Time And Full-Time Childcare, Too)

Coram, NY

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$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am seeking a senior care-giving position. I've had the pleasure of care-giving for the elderly for five years or more with several different families. I am trustworthy, honest and very caring. I would provide medication reminders, run errands, do light housekeeping, be a helping hand to the family, and overall, provide...

Steve Y. says "We loved Jeanine for the way she took care of my senior mother who is now in a nursing home. She is extremely reliable and dependable and always on time...

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Patchogue, NY

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Compassionate senior caregiver with 8+ years of private duty experience. I create respectful, joyful environments where your loved one feels supported and empowered. I offer medication prompting, mobility assistance, personal care, meal prep, light housekeeping, errands, transportation, companionship, respite care, live-in care,...
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Patchogue, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
With a decade dedicated to senior care, I bring experience and heartfelt commitment to each individual I serve. My experience and previous work experience outlines my hands-on skills in respite care, transportation, and dementia support. I also provide hospice services, manage medications, run errands, prepare meals, and handle...
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  • 41 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of January 2026

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Smithtown, NY

The respite care meaning can vary slightly depending on who is providing their services. This is why we recommend that you review the profiles of the 2 respite care providers near you in Smithtown, NY carefully to see what services they offer. That being said, respite care services usually involve providing caregiving support when the usual caregiver can’t be there.

Care.com makes finding respite care providers near you in Smithtown, NY fast and easy. From the comfort of your own home, you can review a variety of different respite caregiver profiles in your area to learn more about their experiences and services. You can also read reviews from former clients to help find the right fit for your family.

The cost of respite care near you in Smithtown, NY can vary depending on the cost of living in your location and how much experience the caregiver has. However, to give you a jumping off point, the average rate for respite care providers in Smithtown, NY is $25.00 per hour.

The types of respite care services you require likely depend on the type of care the person you’re caring for needs. For example, some people may require more general caregiving, whereas some need help with transportation, taking medication, or grooming. Because of this, it can be helpful to review different profiles of respite care providers near you in Smithtown, NY.

To safely hire respite care near you in Smithtown, NY, we strongly recommend you run an independent background check, interview a handful of different caregivers, and request references. You can also review the profiles of respite caregivers who have a CareCheck badge on their profile.

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