I have worked with seniors for 2 years, from daily care to medication management. The bulk of my experience is with special needs; my oldest brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally delayed. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working...
Margaret can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
New to senior care but not new to caring. I've cared for infants to children of all ages as well as special needs adults who need full care. I'm compassionate, caring and very patient. I love helping people by giving them the care and decency we all deserve.
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, respite care, errands, transportation, light cleaning & more
I used to live with a roommate who has Down Syndrome for two and a half years.
I worked with many individuals with special needs.
I am very good with one on one encouragement with individuals with special needs, assisting them in independent living skills or other skills, related to school or physical activity.
I like to be a...
First experience with special needs was when I was 5 years old, I had just been adopted into a family who had already adopted another child. His name was J, as we grew up together I realized he was a little different than what I was used to. I learned to adapt my behavior around him, and I learned how to give him the assistance...
Hello! I'm currently a teacher for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) with over 12 years of experience. I have also worked with students (ages 8 - 21) who are in special education programs or have special needs. For two years I've also lived and taught English in China to children ages 3-12 at a private language and musical...
Hi, My name is Julia. I have 1-year of experience working in a senior home with Alzheimer's patients. During that time, I enjoyed helping and assisting residents with basic hygiene, feeding, showering, and dressing. I also have experience supporting a 78-year-old female with diet needs, driving to doctors' appointments and lunch...
I was a special education teacher for over 12 years. I have worked with all ages from preschool to high school. I have worked with the special needs populations for 30 years. I have been tutoring and providing direct care for 10 years.
Hello, I hope you and your family are having a good beginning of 2024.
I am a creative, punctual and pro active person.
I've worked with kids with Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, mental illnesses, reduce mobility, intelectual/physical impairments, alcohol fetal syndrome, among others.
I started working in a school for...
I have worked with youth, adolescents, and adults with special needs for much of my adult life. I build bonds through trust, understanding and care.
I graduated with a bachelor's in psychology in 2000, and worked in the field for over 2 decades, primarily working with youth. I have worked with adult populations as well.
I...
I am currently caring for an two older clients part time and am open to other part time care opportunities. I spent 25 years raising four children and providing part time care and support for an elderly in law with multiple health issues including stroke, congestive heart failure and dementia. I have assisted friends parents...
Carol can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Hello! My experience mostly pertains to children with special/behavioral needs, but I have also work with adults with mental/physical disabilities. I would love to support you or your loved one and have a family like connection!
Sarahann can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Hi, my name is Morgan and I am full time special education teacher. I have been teaching full time for seven years upon graduating from college. I attended college at West Chester University where I received a dual degree in special education and elementary education. I graduated with honors and gained employment the same month....
With a minor in Disability Service learning and over 15 years experience working with the disabled community, I am ready, confident and happy to help with any care needs. I will be sure to ask all the right questions, have my own transportation, CPR certified, extensive experience with people of all ages with disabilities and...
I am a 62 yr old, former nurse, mother of 4. I went into the field of nursing because of my desire to help others and to spend time with those in need. Although I loved working as an RN, the staffing shortage did not allow me to spend quality time with those patients who needed it most. In 2004, after our youngest child was in...
Hello! My name is Serena and I am from Chester Springs, PA. I am extremely passionate about health care and currently on the road to becoming a physician. I have had a special place in my heart for caregiving ever since my very first job, at Sunrise Senior Living where I worked on the dementia unit. There, I learned what would...
I was diagnosed with autism at age 10. I used to not talk in school and would not understand social cues. Now I'm a young woman in college and am an honors student. Being neurodivergent is a strength that few people recognize. I can act as a mentor for younger neurodivergents and members of the spectrum operating based on my...
I am a pediatric Occupational Therapist, yet early in my career, I worked for over 15 years with adults with physical disabilities. I feel I am a friendly and caring individual. I enjoy helping and encouraging others to maintain their abilities, as they are able. I enjoy playing many table games and doing arts and crafts. I also...
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep & more
I recently completed my clinical at Devon Manor which is an adult rehabilitation facility. This gave me a chance to work with many residences with a variety of special needs from mental to physical disabilities. Some of my duties included assisting residence with their daily activities such as feeding, helping to use assertive...