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Jaclyn J.


Alfred, ME

$23-30/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate, Quality, Caregiver

I am a medical assistant that completed a 9 month program at YCCC and decided home care gives me the most flexible work options for my family. I have acute psych experience, I am a certified Direct Support Professional and CRMA- I worked with disabled individuals in a day program designing their daily activities and goals,...
I do not have senior care experience per se, but I have worked with adults with disabilities for a couple of years providing medications, assisting with ADLs, doing errands, etc.
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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Jaclyn J.


Alfred, ME

$24-35/hr6 yrs exp

Compassiknate Quality Caregiving

I have over six years of experience mixed in the medical field of caregiving. I have worked in acute psych, ranging ages from five to geriatrics. I have worked as a direct support professional, with adults that have anywhere from intellectual disabilities to brain injuries. I've designed day programs in a day program as a...
Jaclyn can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Sherry B.


Sanford, ME

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant With 16 Years Of Facility Care, In Home Care, Dimentia, Hospice.

I am a very dependable woman who loves to take care of people and make them smile. I am flexible, have worked with all aspects of nursing from, med tech to bathing, ambulating, taking to appointments, dressing, exercising to ensure they receive range of motion, cleaning, meal prep etc. I have 30+ years experience working with...
Sherry can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Sherry was willing to come in right away when we needed her, working many, many hours until a routine was established. Her number one concern was her client and helping them have the best day possible."

Care member

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Desarae H.


Sanford, ME

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver ,Pet-sitter / Housekeeper Available

I have a PSS (Personal Support Specialist) certificate and have been a caregiver for the elderly and disabled for about 15 years . They hold a special place in my heart and I like to treat each client with dignity and respect. I have experience working with individuals who have dementia / alzheimers and Parkinsons disease. I...
Desarae can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Desarae provided my elderly parents with excellent care. She is dependable, caring, honest, compassionate and they love her. Both parents were ill and required assistance with meals, light housekeeping, laundry, medication and oversight. Initially Desarae was...

Kathy W.

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Stephanie J.


Biddeford, ME

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available M/W/F Mornings. 7am-1pm

I have worked with Autism Society of Maine since 2017 in the summers working with the daycare group. I have also worked one on one with an autistic boy in his home. I have cousins who are autistic, so I am comfortable and familiar with everything that comes along with it. Behavioral issues are not an issue for me. I also have a...
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Phyllis R K.


Kennebunk, ME

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Can Help You!

My professional career has been focused on the care toward the needs of those with special needs, and intellectual disabilities. Providing someone with the tools and encouragement to take on their own personal challenges is inspiring for me as a caregiver. I look forward to helping you.
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Caitlyn M.


Sanford, ME

$22-25/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver & Nursing Student

Hi there! For the past 8 years of my career I have been in the healthcare field working in geriatric care, memory care, and with disabilities. I have obtained a PSS, CRMA (40 and 24hr), DSP, and have a current CPR/FA. I have completed my pre-exquisites to become a registered nurse but currently am on a break before starting my...
Caitlyn can also help with: Errands, dementia, personal care, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Juliane S.


Biddeford, ME

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Compassionate Caring Former Oncology CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in Shelton, moved to Maine 5 years ago from CT for college, and became a BHP and CNA during my time there. I have 4 years of experience working on an oncology unit in the biggest hospital in Maine, and 1-2 years of experience as a behavioral health professional working with kids with Autism, in addition to general...
Juliane can also help with: Respite care, personal care, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Hello! My name is Zoey and I'm a sophomore at the University of New England studying Special Education and Elementary Education. I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old with all ages. I have worked as a float teacher in a daycare for the last 3 years with children 6 weeks-5 years of age. Additionally, I have been a...
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Maxine G.


Sanford, ME

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have been a care giver for several years at several locations in southern Maine. I took care of my dad who was disabled for over 15 years and currently working with a company as a caregiver, looking for a stable job for myself.
Maxine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, errands & more
I have worked in the public schools as a sub and long term educational technician. I have most of my experience working with children with autism. Two of my own children are on the spectrum.
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Cheyenne W.


Sanford, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

CNA- Home Health Aide

CNA certified for 18 years. Med tech trained, so I am able to give medication. Have worked in homes and facilities. Have worked with elderly, dementia, Alzheimer's, and mentally disabled. Very well rounded In the field. When I'm not working, I'm a mother of 2 boys ages 11 and 13. I'm good with animals as I have 2 dogs myself. A...
Cheyenne can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Anne Q.


Biddeford, ME

$20-26/hr4 yrs exp

Full time OT, looking for per diem caregiver work with focus on seniors or adults with intellectual disabilities.
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Caroline R.


Kennebunkport, ME

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I have been a full time nanny for a few families who have children with special needs. I also have over a year of experience interning in a special education classroom setting in an elementary school. My future goal is to become a special education teacher which makes me very passionate about helping those with special...
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Gabriela B.


Somersworth, NH

$25-50/hr

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm from Brazil and I'm 39 years old. I've been living here for 4 years. I have experience helping patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, and children with special needs. I consider myself dedicated, patient, and kind. I also love animals. I'm a Physical Therapist, with a broad range of expertise in various areas of Physical...
Gabriela can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"What a gem! We feel lucky to have found Gabriela. She is attentive, always knowing what needs doing -- whether that is caring for my husband, doing light housework, or offering a kind word to lift our spirits. She is always prompt, arriving with a smile on her...

Julia K.

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Hope T.


Farmington, NH

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Companion Care & Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have about 8 years of experience with companion Care on my own and 6 years of experience with a certified professional aid working in home as training experience as well before going out on my own for 8 years. I've offered services that include but aren't limited to, dressing, meal prep, medicine reminder, housekeeping,...
Hope can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, dementia
5.0
"Miss T was one of the most responsive and respectful care givers I have met to date using this service. I hired Hope to care for my elderly cousin whom is nonverbal that shares a home with myself to care for her while I wasn't home. She always went above and beyond...

Care member

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Wayne F.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Dependable Caregiver Seeks Family

Fully vaccinated, highly motivated, detail and result-oriented DSP/CRMA/Home Healthcare Aid with 7+ years of experience in residential, private home as well as community settings. Flexible and adaptable, with transportation, open hours, quality care, and great cooking skills, positive attitude with many more attributes. Able to...
Wayne can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Wayne worked with my uncle, who has an MR diagnosis and is severely socially limited. Wayne would take him fishing, ice fishing in the winter, bowling, and to other events within the Waban program. Wayne is extremely dependable and works best with a one-on-one...

Christina B.

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Megan G.


Gorham, ME

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

4 Years Working With Adults with Developmental Disabilities.

I worked with adults with developmental disabilities for 4 years. I worked at a day habilitation program teaching independence in daily living as well as working at residences assisting with all levels of care.
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Trina H.


Berwick, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experience As A Behavioral Specialist Level 1

I have worked previously in children's group homes with dual diagnosis. I worked mostly with children with behavioral diagnosis and autism. The majority of my experience was with two organizations in the southern Maine area. Port Resources for 7 years, and Residential Resources for 5. I do have a valid drivers license along with...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Alfred, ME

Sherry B.

5.0

Sherry was my home caregiver for several months and a hip replacement and stroke She is kind, compassionate and professional Her personality is outstanding and really cares about your wellbeing

- Care member

Desarae H.

5.0

Desarae provided my elderly parents with excellent care. She is dependable, caring, honest, compassionate and they love her. Both parents were ill and required assistance with meals, light housekeeping, laundry, medication and oversight. Initially Desarae was hired to care for our Mother who has...

- Kathy W.

Gabriela B.

5.0

What a gem! We feel lucky to have found Gabriela. She is attentive, always knowing what needs doing -- whether that is caring for my husband, doing light housework, or offering a kind word to lift our spirits. She is always prompt, arriving with a smile on her face and a cheerful greeting....

- Julia K.

Hope T.

5.0

Miss T was one of the most responsive and respectful care givers I have met to date using this service. I hired Hope to care for my elderly cousin whom is nonverbal that shares a home with myself to care for her while I wasn't home. She always went above and beyond what was asked or required of her,...

- Care member

Wayne F.

5.0

Wayne worked with my uncle, who has an MR diagnosis and is severely socially limited. Wayne would take him fishing, ice fishing in the winter, bowling, and to other events within the Waban program. Wayne is extremely dependable and works best with a one-on-one person or family. He is always on time...

- Christina B.

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