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Joan M.
Merrick, NY
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I have a clean license, my own transportation, and even have a cdl. I drove a small bus for Merrick Woods camp for 3 years. I am caring, compassionate, and patient, and get along well with older people. My grandmother lived with me for 5 years, during which time I cared for, and even gave her her medication. I was a teachers...
Joan can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation
Hi, my name is Emily and I am a 25-year-old speech and language pathologist. I have experience working with adults and children with communication disorders, cognitive difficulties, and swallowing therapy.
I am reliable, flexible and organized individual. I am looking for a position for the summer of 2020. Thank you for your...
Khadijah H.
Merrick, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have 25 years of experience working with children between the ages from newborn-20. An experienced professional in working with students with diverse abilities and disabilities. I am dedicated to creating inclusive and supporting learning environments. My philosophy revolves around fostering a sense of empowerment and self...
I worked at Merrick Woods school for two years as an assistant teacher for pre-k .
I currently work at Newbridge Road elementary school as a teacher aide. I have been working there for the last 10 years.
I have worked as a classroom aide and also one on one with students that need help mainstreaming, as well as with children...
I have cared for children between the ages of infant to 10 in both in a UPK and group home setting. This includes behavioral intervention, documenting, social skill workshops , and overall self care. I have also ran a homeless shelter for teens and young women with mental difficulties with the inclusion of anger management and...
Helena H.
Queens Village, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
An Optimistic Outlook. I Consider Your Longevity To Be A Blessing.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Helena here, and it is a pleasure to meet you. In addition to being kind, compassionate, and caring, I was raised in the U. S. Virgin Islands. As the oldest of my siblings, I have always been responsible for caring for people. Consequently, when I was 16, I became a caregiver and never looked back. After growing up with my...
Helena can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
5.0
"You took beautiful care of my wife during our short time together. I appreciate you, Helena; I will recommend you to my family and friends. Keep pushing; I hope to see you soon, but not too soon. Bless"
Kejahni F.
3.7
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for years. I have worked with patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Diabetes and other disabilities. Assist with light cooking, light house cleaning, bathing, manage medicine, Peg tube feeding, exercising, walking, memory exercises, Hoyer lift, mobility and companionship. I love what I do. I...
Bonnie can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, home modification, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"Bonnie is wonderful. She cared for our elderly (male) family member who has Dementia for the past 6 months. She is kind, caring and knowledgeable."
Joan W.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a certified caregiver who is very dedicated and passionate about caring for and improving the quality of life of the elderly. I've worked in the Caregiving/ Healthcare Industry for 10 years, starting my career as a director in an Assisted Living Care facility where I delivered daily living assistance to 180+ resident...
Micci can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep & more
5.0
"Micci is friendly, kind and personable....my father at age 89 looked so forward to her visits! She engaged with him by doing the many activities she found he loved to do such as, playing cards, talking, listening and singing along to music, looking at photographs...
Eddie F.
Nemesiz A.
Wantagh, NY
$46/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My Name is Nemesiz I'm a 34-year-old . I'm honest, responsible, respectful , a multitask and organized. I take my job very serious, my main goal is to make my patient feel comfortable having me around , I will providing them with a calm environment for optimal patient care. I'm proud of all the years of experience that I have in...
Nemesiz can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care, visiting physician
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Honestly, she deserves 10 out of 5 stars! Nemesiz is not only a life savor but an outstanding, diligent, caring & considerate worker. I hired Nemesiz for consistency and reliability because Medicaid aides are not that. When Nemesiz is with my mom I have not a...
Andrea E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Alexandra and I am a Speech Language Pathologist in an educationally based setting. While growing up, I've had many jobs, which required caring for children. These jobs included being a counselor at both sleep away and day camp and babysitting for multiple families with children of all ages. Throughout my graduate...
5.0
"I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!"
Melissa G.
Rosaria C.
Oceanside, NY
$25-32/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun loving caring woman who truly understands how compassion and love are essential key points in a life of a person with a disability or dementia. My personal experience as a mom of a child with a disability and a recreational assistant in a nursing home has allowed me to connect with the people I work with in a very...
Rosaria can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands & more
5.0
"Rosaria was AMAZING with my autistic child. She has so much patience and extremely reliable She was a lifesaver for us! She is a truly genuinely compassionate person. Anyone would be very lucky to have her working with a family in any capacity!"
Karen K.
Kayla C.
Copiague, NY
$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Kayla. A little about me I'm outgoing, caring, with a lot of patience. Most of all I can be trusted, I am respectful. I am currently 21 years old, I'm a CNA in the state of NYS as well a DSP, I have experience with child care, geriatric age care, as well as experience with mentally challenged and/or with...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, reliable and caring individual. I am also very congenial. I adore listening to my elders and build a personal companionship with my patients. I am highly skilled and experienced working with the elderly, sick and disabled. I am trained to check vital signs. I am able to transfer patient from bed to wheelchair,...
Tarina can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"While we did not end up hiring Tarina for this role, I have every trust in her and that she would be a wonderful caregiver for another family in need. We had a lengthy conversation, and she seems like a wonderful person. We needed someone with a car, or we would...
Jenifer M.
Nigeria W.
Uniondale, NY
$18-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Over 20 years experience working with people
Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, CP, Seizure Disorder, and Autism.
Nadia E.
Baldwin, NY
$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Nadia. I am currently a student at Molloy College studying biology. I am 21 years old and have experience taking care of individuals with special needs. I can provide references if you would like. I have my own transportation due to the fact that I commute to school. If you ever need me I just ask that you let me...
5.0
"We hired Nadia last minute to watch our two boys, she was friendly, personable, and great with our kids! She was also very flexible with timing. Would highly recommend!"
Alexis C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a skilled Nursing Assistant, with more than 25 years of experience.
Over the years I performed different duties in the Healthcare Industry, including taking care of clients with Alzheimers / Dementia and special needs.
I also have experience with administering and managing medications.
I am an outstanding multitasker and...
Marcelle can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Very professional. Skilled. She had a warm demeanor that puts my elder at ease."
Ed F.
Drita V.
New Hyde Park, NY
$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.9
(11)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Professional and personal 10 years plus experience with people in special needs, different age as well as diagnosis.
CPR/ FIRST AID , PCT and HHA certified. Drive and have my own car. Looking forward to discuss your needs and give me a chance to make a difference with you/your loved one. Great references upon request. Thank...
5.0
"Drita is the most qualified, compassionate,empathetic person I have ever met. I always felt a sense of security when she handled me. Drita has a wonderful disposition, always positive and cheerful. She took care of all my needs and the household needs as well....
Leslie R.
Shenelle S.
Rosedale, NY
$17-31/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a very caring and patient person how have 10+ years of experience and 5y with special needs.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...
Danielle can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers...
Kristen D.
Erline D.
Hewlett, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
- I'm a patient's care Technician with a certification in dialysis,.
- I also work as a Direct care counselor technician. I am experienced in working with children with special needs.
- Presently, I worked and cared for children diagnosed with cerebral palsy for 18 years.
- I also care for psych patients, and I have a B L S and...
Erline can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Erline is a positive worker that I love to work with. Erline is an exemplary employee. Flexible, reliability, Leadership. You will thank me later for having her on your team."
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Merrick, NY
Helena H.
5.0
You took beautiful care of my wife during our short time together. I appreciate you, Helena; I will recommend you to my family and friends. Keep pushing; I hope to see you soon, but not too soon. Bless
- Kejahni F.
Bonnie K.
5.0
We hired Bonnie to help take care of my grandmother & grandfather, she was a blessing! She was always dependable, would help anyway she could, was always there in emergency situations, even would help me as a new first time mother if I needed. I really couldn't have found anyone better then her. She...
- Kelsey S.
Micci C.
5.0
Micci is friendly, kind and personable....my father at age 89 looked so forward to her visits! She engaged with him by doing the many activities she found he loved to do such as, playing cards, talking, listening and singing along to music, looking at photographs and sharing memories along with this...
- Eddie F.
Nemesiz A.
5.0
I am a 67-year-old quadriplegic man. Disappointed with agency aides, I found Nemesiz's webpage last April. She was anxious to understand the assignment and get it right. She has worked with me since then and fits the bill exactly. She is professional, attentive and thorough in every detail, never...
- Dennis C.
Alexandra O.
5.0
I have used Alexandra for childcare for my special needs son who is almost 4 years old. She is punctual, reliable, and great with kids. I highly recommend her and trust her with my nonverbal son, which I think there's a lot!
- Melissa G.