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Nicole B.


Madison, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been taking care of people of disabilities and elderly for over 10 years. I have excellent references. I can bathe, dressing, doctor appointment. errands, and fill medicine box . or preparing meals Reliable and compassionate. I have my PCA license . Look forward to hiring from you
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Penny L.


Branford, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA/HHA/senior care companion since 2001. I have taken care of clients with all kinds of disabilities. I do all the tasks of daily living or to the needs of each client such as bathing, dressing, feeding, transfers, and dispensing medication toileting light cooking laundry shopping Dr appts. Whatever needs to be...
Penny can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I was fortunate and blessed to have Penny came into my life. Penny has been my healthcare aide for 7+years and still going strong. Penny is very knowledgeable, compassionate and caring. She is very dependable, punctual. I had to have a aide for past 12 years and...

Suzanne C.

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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified

Hello, Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
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Sarah S.


Branford, CT

$20-30/hr

Elder Care - Respect, Integrity, Support

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm transitioning from working a 9-5 as a program manager and horticultural therapist for the Horticultural Society of New York. Prior to that I managed homes living and working with adults with developmental disabilities. I have a decade of experience providing hands on support and care for a wide variety of physical and...
Sarah can also help with: Companionship, respite care, mobility assistance, personal care
5.0
"After major surgery and because of a disability, I hired Sarah regularly to help with a myriad of tasks. She has been remarkable, and I look forward to her company. She is generously kind and caring, capable and punctual. I have come to depend upon her, and her...

Maggie M.

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Sarah S.


Branford, CT

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Special Needs

For 8 years I lived and worked in intentional communities for people with developmental disabilities. I've helped people use the restroom, bath, feed themselves, supported at work, home skills and more. I've worked with verbal and nonverbal people too.
5.0
"We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily...

erin B.

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Rachel R.


North Branford, CT

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Calm, Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Rachel! I'm 25 years old and graduated in 2016 with a degree in Psychology and Human Development & Family Studies. Experience: I've babysat for families with multiple kids ranging from 8 months - 16 years old, including those Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder. I've worked as a social skills group...
5.0
"Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand all while being present and insightful. Any family...

Tessa G.

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Cherie G.


Clinton, CT

$22-40/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Caring

Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs. Previous experience includes care of all...
Cherie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Debra S.


Deep River, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Mature Experienced Home Health/hosp Provide

I have supported children, adults and seniors in many areas of need. I am experienced In yet not limited to medication dispensing, companionship, special needs, autism spectrum, hands on hygiene, bathing needs, wound care, behavior support, home health and hospice care for 25 years. I am certified in CPR and 1st aid. I find this...
Debra can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Deb is a phenomenal caregiver. She’s smart, compassionate and professional. She cares deeply about the person she takes care of. She’s very dependable. Deb took care of my family member. Her care is top notch. I highly recommend her."

Care member

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Alessandra W.


Guilford, CT

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Woman With Lengthy Experience Caring For Special Needs Population!!

Just recently moved to New Hampshire from CT so I am available most days and eager to start doing what I love again!!! Most of my work experience has centered around assisting children and adults with special needs (mainly those with autism and intellectual disabilities). In fact, I have worked 10 years as a life skills...
I'm a student currently attending Southern Connecticut State University in new haven. I will be graduating in May 2020. I have worked at several daycare's and have been a nanny to many people. I have taken classes before in special education and I am willing to put my best foot forward to help your child.
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Elyssa W.


Branford, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver (many Years Of Experience)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

-ABA experience, DTI analysis and ABCs of behavioral management -First aid, Med and CPR certified -Behavioral management and modifications -volunteered for special Olympics for 17 years. Coached for 4 years. -student teaching in a self contained classroom - special ed paraprofessional at 4 different schools throughout my...
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Sandra D.


Branford, CT

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm cheerful, capable, responsible, loyal, dedicated and reliable. I worked as a caregiver for 15 years. I like to take care of old people, you learn so much from them
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Paula P.


Clinton, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hi my name is Paula, I have extensive experience in senior care with emphasis on hospice and dementia care.. I have always worked in the medical field for either Doctors, Hospitals, or Emergency Medical Treatment and Care,, I am certified in Emergency medical treatment and CPR.. I am fully vaccinated against Covid19 and...
Hi my names Alexa M. & I've been working with senior citizens & intellectually disabled for three years I'm CPR certified I know how to personal care, companionship, and more I'm 23 from Branford Connecticut. Hope to hear soon.
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Ann L.


Guilford, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nice To Meet You !

Hi my name is Ann I am a young 61-year-old . I have been married 38 years and have two grown sons and 3 dogs I have lived in Guilford for 25 years I have over 40 years experience supporting adults and children with intellectual disabilities, autism and mental health issues as well as supporting typical children one to one in a...
I got my certified nurses aid certificate when I was in college many years ago. I have a bachelors degree in public health, major in science, minor in nutrition. I worked at Gaylord hospital on the dementia/Alzheimer's floor. I worked for Allied Community Resources for 18 years working with clients with autism. I am also a...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, transportation, respite care & more
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Hannah R.


Branford, CT

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hi my name is Hannah and I've been a CNA for four years. I consider myself to be a compassionate and patient person that is passionate about providing quality care to the disabled and elderly
Hannah can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Currently I work with two nonverbal autistic adults. I also have experience working with individuals with a variety of psychological diagnoses.
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Alyssa K.


Westbrook, CT

$17-25/hr

Paraprofessional

I've been working as a paraprofessional in an elementary school for the past year and have grown to love working with children with special needs. I've learned how complex yet intelligent they are and have made amazing progress with them throughout the year. I work on self help skills (potty training, bathing, hair brushing...
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Anna S.


Guilford, CT

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Love spending time with children/teens and watching their personalities shine and develop. Prior professional experience includes working as a STEM Mentor/Youth Program Coordinator and Residential Youth Counselor.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Madison, CT

Penny L.

5.0

Penny is very reliable, trustworthy, and responsible. She is very compassionate when it comes to caring for her clients. Thank you so much Penny for all your help!

- Allison M.

Sarah S.

5.0

After major surgery and because of a disability, I hired Sarah regularly to help with a myriad of tasks. She has been remarkable, and I look forward to her company. She is generously kind and caring, capable and punctual. I have come to depend upon her, and her presence is a joy.

- Maggie M.

Sarah S.

5.0

We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily medicines and brought in our...

- erin B.

Rachel R.

5.0

Rachel is a phenomenal caregiver. She treats others with the utmost respect, is timely, and has a sincerely positive outlook that is very encouraging. She is responsible and keeps focused at the task at hand all while being present and insightful. Any family would be lucky to share their days...

- Tessa G.

Debra S.

5.0

Deb is a phenomenal caregiver. She’s smart, compassionate and professional. She cares deeply about the person she takes care of. She’s very dependable. Deb took care of my family member. Her care is top notch. I highly recommend her.

- Care member

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