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I am a recent college graduate and certified special education teacher. I just completed a full year of student teaching. I have worked with children with autism, cerebral palsy, learning disabled, and emotionally disturbed children, etc.
I have been in the medical field for over 20 years. I am affiliated with Brookhaven hospital and also a Stonybrook University. I have worked on Department Of, Cardiology, Nephrology, Rheumatology, Endocrinology, and pulmonology working alongside Professor's and Attending's .
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Suzanne, I am 53 yrs old, I have worked in a Nursing home for 15 yrs and I also have worked for Special Needs Adults and Children.
5.0
"Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and...
Gina T.
Christina D.
Middle Island, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Well Versed Companion, Home Health Aide And Care Coordinator Plus Animal Lover All In One!
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years experience supporting and working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities in various settings. I have provided supports and services in the following settings; private homes, residential ( group homes and nursing homes) and community based settings.
I have experience with providing the...
Christina can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, specialized care, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She...
Demme M.
5.0
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Experience varies within the social service field. Working with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Hospice, Mental Health and developmentally disabilities.
Tracy can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, home modification, hospice services, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Tracy is kind, hardworking, honest and dependable. She is very dedicated to her clients and compassionate about her work. I trust her in my home and with my loved ones. She has become like a sister to me. Thank you for all you do!"
Jenna C.
5.0
(2)
I'm 44yr old widow no children I have worked as a nurses aide for some years and recently in the last 17 years I have worked with adults with special needs and adults with schizophrenia/bipolar disorders, Good companion.
Chynel can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"
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Karen A.
Port Jefferson Station, NY
$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hello,
I am actively seeking a part-time caregiver position for individuals with special needs. With over 15 years of dedicated experience, I've worked extensively with individuals diagnosed with cerebral palsy, autism, and various other developmental and behavioral challenges. My expertise includes assisting with daily living...
Melissa C.
Centereach, NY
$16-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Care / Companion/ Help With ADL's, I Am A Retired Nurse
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
CPR certified, Health Care background, Car, Loves helping others , 10 plus years experience to seniors, specializing in Alzheimer's/ dementia care , Pediatric and Neonatal baby nursing. Special needs , and I've nannied and worked with children for 37 years. Professionally for 27 years
Melissa can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Melissa cared for my Dad for around 9 months. She was always thoughtful and respectful. Communicated her concerns and shared his needs with the family. With her background medical knowledge she was a huge asset. Unfortunately Dad had to move to a facility with 24...
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Miranda H.
Selden, NY
$23-42/hr • 8 yrs exp
Positive, Compassionate Care Giver For A Variety Of Individual Needs
5.0
(1)
Hi! Im Miranda, I have 10 years experience from early child hood education to serving individuals with developmental delays within school and residential environments. I am a teaching assistant (NYS) I am SCIP certified, CPR/AED certified, ABA certified, first aid certified, and many other certifications. I have a lengthy...
5.0
"Miranda was my babysitter for about a year and a half for my now 3.5 year old. She was amazing! She was always punctual, caring, professional and most importantly great with my son. I’m a single dad so needed someone to watch my son while I worked and Miranda...
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, hospice services, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "
Emil R.
5.0
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Hi! I'm a positive and patient mother of 2 girls (10\11). Who's always had a passion for caring for others. Coming from a big family has given me many different life experiences. Everything from caring for newborns to the sick and elderly. I've cared for those with many different needs ranging from simple companionship to...
Amanda can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I had quite a few aides for my 75 yr old mother and I consider myself thankful to have Amanda come into our lives. She was very dependable and such a joy to have around. Her happy demeanor really lifted my mother's spirts. Amanda's time with my mother became...
Joe F.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Meryl B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...
Myra can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
3.0
"Incorrectly shows Myra was hired.
She was interviewed"
Catherine L.
5.0
(1)
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
Bonnie L.
Mount Sinai, NY
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Working Educated Profess. Experienced Behavioral Intervention Specialist. Availability Varies.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a parent trainer and a Behavior Intervention Specialist. I work for a few organizations, and hold experience working with families since 1998. My work is focused on how to best support the need of the children and provide tools and education to their parents.
5.0
"Bonnie is smart, kind, mature and helpful. She has a great energy about her and has been a wonderful asset to our special needs teen. She is extremely goal driven and is helping our teen grow in her independence."
Deanna N.
Ayishetu O.
Mount Sinai, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Ayishetu is my name, Responsible Home health Aide with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over 10 years of experience in the healthcare. Proficient in providing exceptional in-homes support to patients with wide of disability, illnesses or other challenges. Experience in medication, Assistance with daily living,...
Ayishetu can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ayishetu has just started helping to care for my father-in-law. She has been wonderful! She knows her way around all of my FIL medical needs, and has a wonderful way about her in helping him physically. He is a very proud man and loosing his strength and ability...
Ariel Z.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"If I could add more stars, I certainly would. I had mentioned to David that it's sometimes difficult to find my apartment. I learned that he actually made a trial run the day before we met! That's dedication, and exemplifies how much he puts his heart and soul...
Barbara P.
Felicia C.
Mount Sinai, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
5.0
(1)
I have over 10 years experience working with elderly people. I am very reliable punctual kind caring and very flexible.
I have very good communication skills and very patient.
I am flexible with hours.
Meal prep and feeding. local errands. Drs appointments. Pet care. I have many years experience of giving medications as well as...
Roxane can also help with: Errands, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Roxane, Is the most caring person I have known, cares for the elderly with Dementia or any other related conditions extremely well. She has all the qualities in a person and confidence to handle the care required."
William M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, About myself, I have extensive experience in Senior care. I put my career on hold to care for my parents for eight years. My mom suffered from Alzheimer's disease and sadly succumbed to it five years ago. My dad and I were together until he moved to the Stonybrook Veterans Home four years ago. I was extremely blessed to...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Lake Grove, NY
Suzanne J.
5.0
Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and kind. If you hire Suzie your children...
- Gina T.
Christina D.
5.0
Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She walked my sisters dog, cleaned her...
- Demme M.
Tracy L.
5.0
Tracy is very patient. And has a tremendous heart. I trusted her in my home and she took wonderful care of my mom on many days for me. If you have any questions please feel free to call me.
- Linda R.
Chynel W.
5.0
I like how sweet she was and well spoken.very experienced with my needs as well.she was very caring to me
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Melissa C.
5.0
Melissa cared for my Dad for around 9 months. She was always thoughtful and respectful. Communicated her concerns and shared his needs with the family. With her background medical knowledge she was a huge asset. Unfortunately Dad had to move to a facility with 24 hour care. I would highly recommend...
- Care member