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Special needs adult care in Franklin Lakes, NJ

In addition to working in the day care center at my local YMCA, I've also worked in the "Shining Star" center, a place for children and adults with disabilities to expand and create things they are passionate about. My job was to teach acting classes which turned out to be the most fun I've ever had! I love working with children...
I have a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism studies. I have worked in private school and public school settings serving individuals with special needs. I also have experience providing home ABA services.
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Marc B.


Saddle Brook, NJ

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Marc. After years of Retail Management, I have decided to pursue my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible adult, who is very family oriented. My passion for special needs care giving started with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. My son has a rare seizure disorder,...
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Valeria M.


Elmwood Park, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I hope you will consider me as your next babysitter. You will be choosing a fun, happy, energetic one when you pick me. I have worked with kids for the past 10 years. I have worked in sleepaway and day camps and children's parties. I currently work with children where the main goal of my job is to keep them safe and...
5.0
"Very kind, helpful, and timely "

Care member

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Victoria K.


Elmwood Park, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was trained to be an ABA therapist to children with autism. I'm familiar with ASL. I'm comfortable using communication devices. I've worked with children for over 20 years now. Helping parents navigate this thing called parenthood brings me great joy!
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Heather W.


Ridgewood, NJ

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hello!

I have worked with children of all ages! I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I have over 15+ years experience in childcare.
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Digna U.


Paterson, NJ

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have almost 7 seven year experience I used to working in a lot different kind a cases of senior needed, mobility, bed bath, shower, feeding, eye everything about cares and Also I'm doing child with special needs. I used to work in different kind of cases. I have experience in dementia Alzheimer's. I'm a certificate CHHA. now...
4.0
"Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she...

Brian J.

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Nelli O.


Ramsey, NJ

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work full time as a patient care technician at a hospital. I can provide patient care. I am responsible and caring. I love my job in helping others.
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Kaylan V.


Paterson, NJ

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kaylan. I am a senior at Montclair State University studying Psychology and Child Advocacy. I have four little brothers, and the 12-year-old has severe ADHD. I've learned so much over the years, caring for my brother. And because of him, I have a special love and passion for children with ADHD, ADD, and ODD....
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Ana N.


Fair Lawn, NJ

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Ana. Cargiver

Hello! My name is Ana. I'm a caregiver with more than a 15 years of experience in geriatric and child care as well. As myself experience has grown, with a special needs daughter and my mom who is 97 years old, I have become an expert who can recognize when my patients require special atención with any rough times like it could...
Ana can also help with: Errands, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care & more
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Evelin H.


Saddle Brook, NJ

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have 14+ years of experience with seniors and disabled children's I've worked enormously with elders who have Alzheimer's and dementia. I'm a very loving caring person, I been working in a Seniors living community for a while now And I've worked independently aswell. and I like to give them the dignity and respect they...
Evelin can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She help us with our grandfather and she has a big heart when it comes to caring.Thank you again Evelin ."

Debbie V.

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Eleanora Z.


Saddle River, NJ

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
Eleanora can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care
5.0
"Eleanora has been caring for seniors for approximately 20 years she is the most dependable caring responsible person she can think on her feet in situations that arise and handle them in a safe and calm manner."

Cate K.

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Christine H.


Haskell, NJ

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Reliable, Caring, Down To Earth

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Christine and I am a caregiver for seniors and people with disabilities. I have a Master's degree in Counseling and have taken great interest in working with seniors. I am available to provide most services such as medication management, bathing, food preparation and feeding, mobility assistance, transportation,...
Christine can also help with: Home modification, personal care, dementia, respite care
5.0
"Christine served as a companion for my mother and was reliable, kind and patient. My mother adored Christine and Christine was a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her. "

Care member

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Grace B.


Hawthorne, NJ

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been caring for patients that are elderly, disabled, handicapped and have Alzheimer's for 30 years. I enjoy making them smile and laugh. Most important is to make them feel safe and comfortable with me. I treat all my clients as family and give them the best care. I also do bathing, medications, helping them dress,...
Grace can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
5.0
"What can I say. This woman is a angel and when above and beyond making my fathers last months exceptionally comfortable, with respect and care above anything else. Not only did she keep him safe but also stimulated, well fed and well cared for. She is an amazing...

Greg H.

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Lucia R.


Clifton, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Certified SPED Teacher

I am an Elementary/Middle & SPED teacher that teaches at Pss. Also, I was a camp counselor for 4 summers and Girl S leader for about 4 years. I have completed 4 internships in all types of classrooms & have done 1-on-1 tutoring of all subjects. I have worked/taught for about 2 months in direct contact with autism spectrum k-4th...
3.0
"very professional young girl, seem to have experience, but never responded again after we decided on the days she would be working. "

Rebeca C.

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Marc B.


Saddle Brook, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver, Willing To Do Overnights

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

After years of Retail Management, I am pursuing my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible, family oriented adult. My caregiving experience began with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. I also cared for my father, who suffered from dementia, until he passed away at the age of 89. I...
Marc can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"You would be fortunate to have this man care for your loved one."

Alice C.

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Cerona V.


Pequannock, NJ

$20/hr10 yrs exp

In-Home CARE-giving To Assist Families

-- I have 5 reviews under the "All" tab within the RECOMMENDATIONS section of this site. Can also provide references. -- Sometimes people need a little assistance while maintaining their independent living! I've been a professional in-home personal caregiver for over 10 years to a person with disabilities. I assist with...
Cerona can also help with: Respite care
5.0
"Cerona is a beautiful person! We couldn't have asked for a better person to assist with our father. She is kind, considerate, professional, reliable, flexible, patient, capable and a pleasure to have around. She is one in a million and we are very thankful to have...

Lori M.

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Flor R.


Paterson, NJ

$22-50/hr10 yrs exp

Flor

I have 18 years experience as a HHA working with seniors and special needs chidren. I'd describe my personality as caring person, kind and responsable person. I like caring for seniors because I have the patience and enjoy working with them. I'm looking for a job that I can take care special children and seniors. I started...
Flor can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, companionship, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Lexi R.


Mahwah, NJ

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I currently work with special needs children as well as adults. I have covered oppositional behavioral disorder, mental illness, ADD, ADHD, Autism as well as those with physical limitaitions. I am also a life coach so I am able to read my audience and adjust my interaction to make your loved one feel they are with someone...
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Emili C.


Saddle River, NJ

$30/hr7 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

I have worked in residences for children and adults with developmental disabilities for a total of five years and taught at a college alternative for adults with disabilities for 2 years. I am currently in a graduate program for Music Therapy. I have a true passion for working with people with special needs and mental illness...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Franklin Lakes, NJ

Valeria M.

5.0

Very kind, helpful, and timely

- Care member

Digna U.

4.0

Digna is always on time and even better, always early. She's honest and I trusted her from the start. She's a good driver, and when she takes you out, she makes sure you're safe. She's attentive, caring and I appreciated the help in the mornings. She loves what she does!

- Brian J.

Evelin H.

5.0

She help us with our grandfather and she has a big heart when it comes to caring.Thank you again Evelin .

- Debbie V.

Eleanora Z.

5.0

Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was nutritious and easy for the patient to tolerate when eating became difficult. She treated our mom with respect and dignity. We were lucky to have...

- Judi H.

Christine H.

5.0

Christine served as a companion for my mother and was reliable, kind and patient. My mother adored Christine and Christine was a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend her.

- Care member

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