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I have worked with special needs through high school and have since I have been out of college. I have assisted in learning, eating, changing, and assisting with bathroom habits.
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Danielle H.


Saunderstown, RI

$35-50/hr5 yrs exp

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Available For Day Or Night Care Of Babies-Seniors In Need

I'm a mother of 3 and lifelong caregiver. I have worked with children & adults with autism, brain injury, mental illness and physical disabilities. I currently work per diem as an occupational therapy assistant in a skilled nursing facility, doing rehab for adults recovering from stroke, surgery, brain injury, dementia, etc. I...
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Liz S.


Warwick, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...
Liz can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
" We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of...

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Rachel D.


Warwick, RI

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am writing to apply for the position of Personal Caregiver. As a compassionate and capable individual with more than 7 years of experience providing transportation and assistance to individuals with a variety of needs, I am confident that I am the ideal candidate for the role. I enjoy working with people, and I enjoy...
5.0
"That she is a very good caring person!"

Dora H.

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Jeannie T.


North Kingstown, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Thoughtful Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for 13 years for special needs for a big company. I have received employee of the year twice in the program I work in. I am CPR certified and med trained. I love helping and making a difference in peoples lives, I love to add humor and make people laugh, sometimes that's just what people need. A little...
5.0
"Jeannie was fantastic with our two boys (11 months and 4 years old)! She was very eager to help out with meal prep and household items as well. She was very flexible with her time and great with the kids. We would definitely recommend Jeannie!"

Denise B.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Part-time Caregiver

I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
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Natasha M.


Warwick, RI

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience with physically and mentally disabled adults in a day program and group home setting. Helping with daily tasks of living. Training through RI state program for PCA.
Natasha can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I highly recommend Natasha! She cared for my mother at home through various stages of dementia and was always caring, respectful and punctual. She is reliable and experienced. My mother transitioned to a long term care facility, otherwise Natasha would still be a...

Shelley P.

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Shantell G.


Warwick, RI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiving Professional With A

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 29 years old, I have had a few care jobs in my lifetime. I love to out help others, especially those whom are elderly or individuals with special needs. Currently I am direct support professional, something I find very rewarding! In the past, I've worked with a 76-year-old man who had a spinal injury, extremely limited...
5.0
"Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate "

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a 38-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!"

Kirsten K.

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Yenla N.


Fall River, MA

$10-50/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Care-Provider Here For You

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very reliable, patient, energetic individual who has experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers, who have various temperaments as well as disabilities (including children on the autism spectrum). I will be able to successfully ensure that your child receives appropriate care. I will also successfully...
5.0
"Yenla occasionally takes care of my 4yo daughter who is developmentally delayed. My daughter absolutely loves her - she always runs and jumps on Yenla when Yenla arrives at my place and forgets about me Ha ha. Yenla plays with her, baths her, feeds her, changes...

Nancy L.

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Nicole S.


Exeter, RI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I have a child with spina bifida. so I understand what you going through. I am also a CNA.
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Cassandra R.


Warwick, RI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Cassandra! A little about me with my 3 dogs and rabbit. I enjoy writing spending time with family and friends, live music and living life as if Todays my last day. I've been in Homecare officially for three years but grew up taking care of my grandmother who had MS, we recently lost her in may 2022. I have a good Sense...
Cassandra can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"She was absolutely amazing with my mother!!!"

Brianna H.

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Melanie B.


Wakefield, RI

$22-33/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Aid Or Home Health Care Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10+ years in the Health Field. I have worked in Hospitals, Home care, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes. I Have done over 5 Private Duty jobs working with MS, Als , Stroke patients, children with disabilities, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer patients. I have worked with people that need mechanical lifts, on Vents and...
Melanie can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, errands, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She is extremely caring and pays attention to detail... She is reliable and an extremely hard worker. Melanie takes pride in her work"

Marlene V.

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Anissa V.


Tiverton, RI

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Skilled Home Health Aide Senior caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a licensed skilled Certified Nursing Assistant, with adequate qualities to ensure safety and progression with clients. I am BLS / CPR certified in both adult and infant resuscitation. I have more than five years experience working with geriatric patients with neurological diseases. I am kind, empathetic, and patient, when...
Anissa can also help with: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Anissa is a very patient, respectful, and responsible individual. She took the time to get to know my daughter and understand her exact needs with gentle care. Her service was greatly appreciate."

Teresa G.

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Amber Cook M.


Warwick, RI

$29/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hello, I'm Amber. I live in Warwick with my husband and two dogs. I have been a certified nursing assistant since 2011. I am experienced in dementia care, elder care and special needs. Comfortable with pets! Nonsmoker. I have my own vehicle with a clean driving record and am able to transport as needed. I have a full-time job as...
Amber Cook can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Barbara O.


Warwick, RI

$8-22/hr4 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hello, My name is Barbara. I have had experiences most of my life caring for others. I grew up helping with my special needs brother Michael who is truly awesome. I am a mother of two grown adults. I cared for my husband for three years who had a very aggressive cancer. I have recently worked with a lovely gentlemen in his late...
Barbara can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, dementia, meal prep
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Sofia R.


Warwick, RI

$19-39/hr2 yrs exp

I've been taking care of those for special needs and disabilities for years. I was also a caretaker for my grandmother with dementia for 4+ years. I love creating bond, making sure their quality of life is fulfilling, and giving the best service I can. Message me !
Sofia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, transportation, respite care, errands & more
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Elizabeth M.


Tiverton, RI

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Psychology Assistant

I currently work as a psychology assistant, working directly under a psychologist. With the assistant from my psychologist, I develop behavior plans, provide training for staff, assist staff in behavioral situations during day program, in the community, and in residential settings. I also create bonds with each participant in...
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Maya S.


Barrington, RI

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! I have two years of paid experience working with a young adult with Down syndrome. This included personal training at the gym/fitness centers, social activities, errands, and helping establish independence and daily routines in general.
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Layla P.


Somerset, MA

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

My name is Layla, I have a year of experience working with children ages 0-6 with special needs in a daycare. I am studying early childhood education at Bristol community college. I have 18 hours of professional development in the early childhood focus and First aid/CPR certification for adults and children. I can provide proof...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Newport, RI

Liz S.

5.0

We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of exactly what my Mom was dealing with was...

- Care member

Rachel D.

5.0

That she is a very good caring person!

- Dora H.

Jeannie T.

5.0

Jeannie was fantastic with our two boys (11 months and 4 years old)! She was very eager to help out with meal prep and household items as well. She was very flexible with her time and great with the kids. We would definitely recommend Jeannie!

- Denise B.

Natasha M.

5.0

I highly recommend Natasha! She cared for my mother at home through various stages of dementia and was always caring, respectful and punctual. She is reliable and experienced. My mother transitioned to a long term care facility, otherwise Natasha would still be a part of our care team!

- Shelley P.

Shantell G.

5.0

Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate

- Care member

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