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Nicole A.


Medford, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Overnight Special Needs Caregiver

I have always love helping and working with people in all aspect.
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Karin F.


Medford, NY

$25-30/hr

Special needs caregiver.

Hello! I taught English part time at local colleges for 20 years, and my children are grown. Both have high functioning autism and I am familiar with behavior plans, IEP process, etc. I am kind, patient, educated, fit and mature. I love to sit on the floor and play games and make crafts and be outdoors. I will tidy up without...
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Dyshonia B.


Medford, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Nurse

I started out as a home health aid over 12 years ago. I am currently a LPN. I absolutely love caring for others. I've worked with so many different individuals with different stories including senior, children and those with special needs. But facilities and/or communities arent the right fit for me. There arent many things I...
Dyshonia can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

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Nancy T.


Medford, NY

$23-35/hr1 yrs exp

I am a caregiver by nature have worked with children and young adults with special needs (mild-severe) for almost 10 years in school and home settings. One of those years I had a great opportunity to work with an elderly woman who needed assistance in all aspects toileting, walking, bathing, cooking and cleaning among other...
Nancy can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
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Chaise F.


Medford, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I have been a special education assistant teacher for 2. 5 years. Recently graduated, I am looking to continue my work with children while becoming a certified life coach, to help families and children. Special needs care available.
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Kiarra W.


Medford, NY

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hi ! I am a 20-year-old female who loves to help others. I have a big heart. I am focused, organized, hardworking, optimistic, and so much more. I am able to always put my best foot forward, I am always looking to learn, I retain information rather quickly, I always do my best to tackle the task at hand. I have had many jobs...
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Cassandra W.


Medford, NY

$18-23/hr5 yrs exp

My Bio

My name Cassandra W., I have been working for Eastern Suffolk Boces for 5 years, and children are my absolute passion. I work at an elementary school and work with children with autism, ADHD, aspergers, behavioral, etc.. I am very energetic, very positive, uplifting, enjoy what I do. I take care of children like they are my own....
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Chelsea M.


Medford, NY

$24-30/hr9 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Chelsea! I have been working in this field for about 9 years. Presently, I work in a children's residence and currently entered my last year at Adelphis graduate social work program. Within my 9 years of experience, I've had the opportunity to gain many hands on experience, working with children; children with...
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Ciara L.


Medford, NY

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

I am 22 yers old and a dedicated hard worker. I am PCA certified. I am AMAP, SCIP, and CPR/ first aid certified. I worked for 2 non profit agencies assisting individuals with special needs including MH, PD, as well behavioral. I worked as a DSP for 2 years at ADD and 2 years at IGHL as a DHS/DCC. I Love helping others make the...
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Alison B.


Medford, NY

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Experience In Providing Care .

Knowledge of care for individuals with developmental disabilities. Strong patient care skill and providing compassion and care . 7 year's experience and also took care of my grandparents until end of life .
Alison can also help with: Personal care, dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, specialized care, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Ititah W.


Medford, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working in the field of personal care since I acquired my nursing assistant certification in 1995. I have worked as a direct care counselor in a developmentally disabled setting. My passion is assisting people, I love to take care of people.
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Chynel W.


Coram, NY

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

Made For This

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: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"She's a very good hard worker very dependable always on time"

Care member

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Kelly M.


Shirley, NY

$30-46/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated and loyal Companion/Caregiver. I know first hand the importance of maintaining peace of mind knowing that someone caring and compassionate is taking care of a loved one. Over 20 years personal and professional experience. Caring for my own family members, including dementia, hospice, and end of life care. Over 20 years...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Highly professional Great personality Hard working "

Sharon Q.

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Miranda H.


Selden, NY

$23-42/hr8 yrs exp

Positive, Compassionate Care Giver For A Variety Of Individual Needs

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...

Care member

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

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...
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Melissa C.


Centereach, NY

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care / Companion/ Help With ADL's, I Am A Retired Nurse

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, errands, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

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...

Care member

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Suzanne J.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$25-37/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

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.

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.

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Nora C.


Stony Brook, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Adult Care Assistant

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Position purpose: To assist older and disabled adults at home (age in place) for as long as possible, and to support their family caregivers by providing needed in-home care (personal and domestic). Essential job functions: * Perform general housekeeping duties such as sweeping, cleaning, dusting, * Assist with laundry and...
Nora can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, home modification, visiting physician, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"I would definitely hire Nora for future assignments. She was courteous and punctual. She took care of my handicapped brother with care and compassion."

Stephane G.

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Lisa P.


Middle Island, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

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: Companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Medford, NY

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

- Care member

Kelly M.

5.0

Cared for my great aunt for several years. Took care of errands, laundry, and meals. Watched TV with her as well as played cards and assisted with her walking periodically as she was wheelchair bound (which I have to say lit up my aunts eyes like you wouldn't believe). My aunt saw her as a friend...

- Adam S.

Miranda H.

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 didn’t let me down at all. She fit right...

- Care member

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

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.

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