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Catherine B.

Whitestone, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
I have many years of experience in every aspect of home healthcare. I can adapt to any situation that may occur. I am a kind, friendly, very caring, compassionate person. I really enjoy good conversation. I will go above and beyond for your loved one and treat them as I would my own family. I do take my job very seriously....
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Medical Assistant Special Needs Caretaker

New York, NY

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Good day my name is Maxine and I have been working with kids since 1999. I began my journey working with the special needs population since 2001. I have been working at Wagon Road camp for over 18 years providing respite care services for families in need of a break from the city life. We provide support and assistance to kids...

Carla B. says "My daughter loves Maxine. As a teen, my daughter has difficulty sustaining positive interactions with others. However, she experiences Ms. C as fun and...

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New York, NY

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$19/hr
3 years experience
I have previous experience working as a home health aide at a senior home for mental and psychical disabilities. I worked contract as a mental health aide at a psychiatric center working with patients ages 18-65+ with my most recent job in respite working with an autistic girl (21) taking her out to do fun activities, be more in...
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Queens Village, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Errands
home modification
mobility assistance
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in someone's life is why I'm a caregiver. I have three years of experience providing compassionate support to adults and seniors. My goal is to promote their well-being and independence. I'm patient, friendly, and adapt my communication to each family's preferences, providing regular updates on their loved...
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Male Caregiver

Sunnyside, NY

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I offer compassionate caregiving services tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Seeking full time 8 h - 10 h a day - Monday to Friday. Services Offered as a Personal Care Aide (PCA certification) by the state of NY and Caregiver certification by the state of AZ: Personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing)...
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Jamaica, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello ! I currently work from home as an assessor for the office with people with developmental disabilities. I have worked for two years as a direct support, professional, and an ABA therapist for adults and children with developmental disabilities. I can provide in-home care such as feeding, community, habilitation, respite...
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Elmont, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Former Preschool teacher and ABA Instructor. I worked with individuals with Autism and Developmental Disabilities in settings such as school, day hab, respite(weekend and overnight trips), com hab and in home ABA instruction. Worked with ages 7-35
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Elmhurst, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
personal care
respite care
I am an HHA/PCA certified in NYC. I have experience in handling dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and Lou Gehrig's disease patients. I also have experience with rehab patients, stroke, multiple sclerosis, patients who lost balance, depressed, cancer, bedridden, respite care, diabetic, and all other illness associated with old...
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New York, NY

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$20/hr
have experience working as a Lead ABA instructor at a 1:1 school for children with autism. I have worked in respite care as well for in-home services for children with ASD. I work in a lab researching anxiety treatments for autistic children while I am studying to get my doctorate in school psychology!
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Caring For A Special Needs Child

Bronx, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am a parent myself of a daughter with special needs who is 24 years old and have that many years experience in itself. I also worked as a respite worker with children in this field. My daughter is autistic profound, low functioning who needs help in all areas of activities of daily living with feeding, bathing, working one on...
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Patient Sitter And Nanny || Respite Care Worker

New York, NY

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have a passion for taking care of children and helping them grow. I have 10 years of experience babysitting and nannying for children 10 months - 13 years old. In 2016 I went through the necessary training to become a Respite Care worker for a teenager on the low cognitive function end, of the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder....
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Bronx, NY

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is what drives me. With four years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, I provide respite, live-in, and memory care, among other services. I hold a college degree and certifications in CPR and First Aid. I am patient, compassionate, and adapt to changing routines,...
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Iyana W.'s Photo

Jamaica, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
transportation
2 years experience with providing community habilitation & respite care to seniors and those with intellectual disabilities. Primary duties include: companionship, light housework, light cleaning, errands, transportation and medication reminders.
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Brooklyn, NY

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Ella. I'm a recent graduate with a degree in music and songwriting. I've worked with children in a wide variety of capacities, including as a camp director and counselor, respite caregiver, and music teacher. One of the roles I've enjoyed most involved caring for children on the autism spectrum. I approach...
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I Am A Caring, Compassionate Caregiver With Over 14 Years Of Experience

Bronx, NY

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$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have over 14 years of experience in private care, nursing home, and hospital. I've worked with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice and respite care clients. I'm certified; HHA, CNA, PCT, EKG, Phlebotomy, and Bachelors degree in nursing. I am patient, reliable, compassionate, outgoing, and I love to have great conversations. I'd...
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"Compassionate And Experienced Senior Care Specialist"

Bronx, NY

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Errands
home modification
mobility assistance
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Corey, an experienced Home health aid/elder care provider in The Bronx, New York. I am dedicated to providing top-notch care for your loved ones. Whether you are seeking full-time, live-in, live-out, or part-time care, I am here to cater to your needs. As a compassionate caregiver, I offer services such as...
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Teacher/HHA/ Respite/DSP

Mount Vernon, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a trained teacher with over 30 years experience working with children with physical, developmental and mental challenges. Im also a New York certified HHA and I presently work as a DSP with autistic teens / young adults. I am excited about working with new families to ensure maximum growth and potential of their loved ones.
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Experienced Special Needs Care Provider- Focus On Engagement And Communication

Brooklyn, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I started volunteering with people with special needs as a freshman in high school. By the time I graduated high school, I was running a respite program that serviced 20 individuals with special needs. I continued running respite programs while also working in schools and in Medicaid Waiver funded residences. I was trained in...
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New York, NY

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Assistings with ADL's Feeding Dementia care Catheter care Toileting Bathing Hoyerlift Transfers Mobility Activities Hospice care Respite Care Companionship Medication reminders Light house keeping Laundry Errands CPR certified HHA CNA
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Nuvha S.'s Photo

New Hyde Park, NY

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
errands
respite care
Hi! I'm a graduate student clinician at Stony Brook University. I have experience volunteering in respite care, providing companionship and support to seniors and their families. Through this work, I've developed strong communication and caregiving skills, as well as a deep appreciation for creating meaningful connections. I...
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  • 44 respite care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of June 2025

FAQs for finding respite care near you in Whitestone, 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 1 respite care providers near you in Whitestone, 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 Whitestone, 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 Whitestone, 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 Whitestone, 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 Whitestone, NY.

To safely hire respite care near you in Whitestone, 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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