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my responsibility as a caregiver was is to provide assistance with medical, personal, and emotional needs. I would transfer from bed to wheelchair and other types of transfers. I would help with the bathing, meals preparation dressing, mobility, companionship and mental exercises and games I also ran errands, complete...
Aileen L.
Highland Park, NJ
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
As an MSW student and a sibling of someone on the autism spectrum, I am empathetic and have a passion for serving others.
Hello, my name is Patricia. I am a charismatic young lady with a love for the elderly. Recently, I have acquired some experience working with dementia patients and the disabled. I create a space for them to have fun and relax as a recreation assistant. Being with the residents 8 hours a day , 5 days a week has taught me a lot in...
Patricia can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
As a mother and a Special Education teacher for over 15 years I have extensive experience working with children and students with disabilities. I am available for tutoring one or two afternoons per week.
Hi! I'm here to help! Here is a little bit about myself. I'm very professional and will provide exceptional care for your children. I have extensive experience looking after children of all ages, having worked as a nanny, babysitting kids of all ages including kids with ADHD, bipolar disorder, Down syndrome, Autism, borderline...
Florence L.
Somerset, NJ
$49/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(9)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Florence I have being a care giver for more than 10 years I have worked with all group of elderly people and in the nursing homes, rehabs, and private homes I can also do light house keeping I know how to cook, bathe, laundry, and clean the house. I have been working in the nursing homes. I love to work with people...
Florence can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"She was FANTASTIC!! Both my parents who she cared for developed a special bond with her and felt so comfortable with her care. I knew that my parents were in the best care and it helped ease the stress me and my siblings went through. She became an extended part...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate professional with several years experience working with children diagnosed with mental and physical disabilities. The age groups I have provided services are from infancy to college level. I have worked diligently for over 20 years providing, instruction, medication, therapeutic activities and vocational...
5.0
"Marzeter was great with my sons, who are 21 and 18, while my wife and I were away on a cruise. She was especially helpful with my special needs older son, who is on the autistic spectrum. She was sympathetic to the needs of both boys, kept peace in the house, was...
Paul R.
Tim K.
Bound Brook, NJ
$40-53/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Giver Available, Good With All Kinds Of Individuals
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I drive and can transport.
I have worked with children and adults with special needs.
I have worked in agencies in NY, Pa, Va and NJ.
I am patient, respectful, and a good communicator.
I have a lifetime of experiences helping others find health and happiness in their lives.
5.0
"Tim is very kind and patient. He is able to effectively manage my very difficult nonverbal autistic sons with compassion, understanding, and kindness"
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Katie B.
Old Bridge, NJ
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(5)
I have worked in the DDD and mental health fields for over 10 years. I have been a job coach to all kinds of different people, including autistic, TBI patients, and mentally challenged.
5.0
"She is very patient and understands the population."
Robin J.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Certified in New York and New Jersey home health aide (CHHA) with over 20 yrs experience working with public and private organizations. Experience working in home and facilities caring for elderly, children and individuals with developmental disabilities. Provided care to patients with dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice, autism and...
Jennifer can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jen is AMAZING! I could not have asked for a better professional, home health aide, and friend for my father. She has a wonderful personality and will always make your loved one feel comfortable and cared for. She is very detail-oriented, reliable, and skilled at...
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Rebecca S.
South River, NJ
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Diligent College Grad With Experience With Special Needs
5.0
(1)
I am a certified Elementary teacher. I have taught PreK with 3 and 4-year-olds for three years, 3rd grade for 1 year, and 2nd grade for 1 year. I have experience working with children with special needs from all of those settings. I have also provided respite care for families with children with special needs who need consistent...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Positive, calm, balanced, committed, ambitious, compassionate, reliable, kind and very creative. In the past I worked as a Art teacher for kids with disabilities and physically abused at "Special School Sacel" Romania. Between 2000 and 2005 I was part of an amazing French nonprofit organization "L'École de clown" where I was...
5.0
"Camelia was hired as a nanny to take care of my baby about one year of age for nine months. Camelia is very caring and have great interactions with my daughter. My daughter enjoyed play time with Camelia and looked forward for when Camelia arrives. Camelia is also...
Michelle M.
Alyssa M.
Somerset, NJ
$16-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello, My name is Alyssa and I love caring for children! Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high-school I had the opportunity to participate in Early Childhood Laboratory Independent Study. I was able to work hands on with preschoolers and create lesson plans to teach to them. Kids are simply my favorite to be...
5.0
"Alyssa has been such a tremendous help to my family these past few years taking care of my children, especially my middle one who has many complicated needs. My child has Autism, is nonverbal and requires medication several times a day for seizures. He also needs...
Jennifer Z.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Kathleen here!
I am here to spread the word. These words are: There are still good people. The world in which we live can be incredibly unpredictable. So instead, lets focus on certainty. You are here looking for a compassionate, faithful and dedicated person to be present with a loved one. To speak up for your loved one. To...
5.0
"Kathleen was super sweet, we connected right from our first meeting. Kathleen was very responsive and kept in touch during the night we hired her and she was really great with my Mom! I would highly recommend and we'd certainly hire her again!"
Dawn R.
Donyel H.
North Brunswick, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver And Consultant With Over 20 Years Of Experience
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of experience with Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite care, Rehabbing, Special Needs, Home healthcare and Family support. My superpower is the ability to uplift and support people to have their best quality of life especially when it becomes even more complicated. I understand...
Donyel can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Donyel cares for our daughter like she is her own. She teacher her so much (alphabet, sign language, dancing, how to express frustration) helped with rules, and brought so much joy to the house. She’s the best."
Care member
Leah W.
Plainfield, NJ
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over 15 years of experience caring for individuals with developmental disabilities. I also have over 6 years experience of ABA positive behavior Support. I also have experience working as an aide/care giver for seniors and children. I trainings and a background in Education which also helps me to know and understand the...
5.0
"Leah is a very experienced care giver and she brought to us a very good background that is helping her to perform very well."
Marcos S.
5.0
(1)
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for old people to receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, sleeping overnight if it requires, shopping, doctor appointments, walking. With all my skills and...
Najat can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Working with Najat was a wonderful experience. Her pleasant demeanor and cheerful personality made her a joy to be around. She exceeded my expectations by providing assistance beyond what I had imagined, even going so far as to drive me to the hospital. Definitely...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
CHAA certified, more than 20 years experience with caring for senior citizens living with diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer, special needs, and disabilities, and hospice.
Jacqueline can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"Jackie exceeded our expectations on every level. She was with us for a year. She was skilled, professional and taught us a lot. She understood the best way to approach my husband's care. She kept the mood in the house upbeat and positive. She kept him active and...
Barbara Y.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Rynasia, I'm very goal oriented and have a compassionate heart for others in need of care, assistance or help. I went to school for medical assistance, in school I overcame many certifications (EKG, Phlebotomy, medication administration, CPR) once I achieved those goals I continued to look deeper in the medical...
Rynasia can also help with: Errands, home modification, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"I hired Ry’nasia to work for me and it was a pleasure. She over did her job."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hi,
In a couple of words I would like to share some few things that describe me. Am empathetic, compassionate, patient. dependable, and respectful.
I have over 10 years working experience in the care of disabled adults and children and the elderly. I owe my wonderful experience to my years serving individuals with...
Leah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Leah came into our family and helped with my Mother who is suffering from dementia. She was patient and caring and showed experience in elder and cognitive disability care. She took the time to observe additional needs my Mom might need going forward and that meant...
Anika G.
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Highland Park, NJ
Florence L.
5.0
Florence has been an integral part of our extended family for over a year now. She is dependable, trustworthy, and puts her heart and soul into her consumer's. You literally cannot find a better provider.
- Lauren M.
Marzeter M.
5.0
Very responsive and professional!
- Terry W.
Tim K.
5.0
Tim is very kind and patient. He is able to effectively manage my very difficult nonverbal autistic sons with compassion, understanding, and kindness
- Care member
Katie B.
5.0
She is very patient and understands the population.
- Robin J.
Jennifer N.
5.0
Jennifer is amazing. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable, she is caring, kind, considerate, compassionate, trustworthy and honest. She has been taking care of my mom for the past two years and always went above and beyond to make sure all her needs were met and she was comfortable. Any family...
- Care member