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Special needs adult care in Sunderland, MA

I am a certified Special Education teacher. For 6 plus years I have had a boy who uses a feeding tube and wheel chair, not potty trained. I engage in activities to keep him involved. I also administer medications through the feeding tube. Lots of lifting and moving. I have had experience with severe autism in a residential...
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Lukas R.


Sunderland, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education/Needs

My name is Lukas, and I've been working with children and adults with disabilities of all types since I was 13. My experience ranges from students with OCD, ADHD, ADD, Asperger's, high functioning Autism, and neuromuscular physical disabilities. The experience that gave me the most fulfillment and where I felt the most effective...
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Cynthia M.


Amherst, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care/Companion

COVID-CAUTIOUS VAXXED MASKED AND DISTANCED I have provided companionship/care to seniors; including my mother-- who required full-transfers and 24-hour care. I am experienced with Dementia and Alzheimer's, Diabetes, CVAs, Amputations, etc. Too many seniors feel "shoved in the corner", especially those with disabilities. I...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Cyndi is the absolute best person that I ever hired . I first hired Cyndi for house cleaning and she was punctual, dependable and extremely efficient. She knows exactly what needs to be done and does an amazing job. Later I hired her to watch my mom after surgery...

Robert U.

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Gwen J.


Amherst, MA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced In Camp ANCHOR Experienced Babysitter

Graduating nursing school this upcoming May. Only thing on my schedule is studying for the NCLEX- so I am very flexible!
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Sabrina D.


Amherst, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I am a Licensed Nurse's Aide and Licensed Home Health Aide looking to help care for you or your loved one in the familiar comfort of home. I have worked as a special needs care provider for over 12 years and recently became licensed as a Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aid in both Massachusetts and Vermont. I have worked with...
Sabrina can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, respite care, dementia, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Sabrina is an extraordinarily capable and compassionate caregiver who provided service to my wife, diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, for approximately 40 hours per week and over the course of almost two years. Sabrina's care for my wife ended when my wife...

Care member

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Mars C.


Whately, MA

$14-17/hr5 yrs exp

Pca

I have helped seniors & young adults with disabilities: with house keeping tasks. Cleaning, meal prep, running errands, medicine management, laundry assistance & some personal care etc.
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Abigail D.


Hatfield, MA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

This past year I worked as a 1 on 1 paraprofessional for a child with special needs. I physically assisted with many needs as well as assisted with academic work and it was something I was very passionate about. Working with this student gave me a different outlook on life and allowed me to realize that caring for children with...
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Isabelle H.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Kind, Caring, Energetic Caregiver

Hi my name is Isabelle and I am a rising sophomore at UMass Amherst studying Public Health with minors in sociology and Environmental Science. I was a co-founder of the Best Buddies chapter at Mansfield High School and a member of the Boltwood Project at my college. I am really passionate about disabilities awareness and...
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Rachel L.


Amherst, MA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked and volunteered with children of all ages (up to 17) with varying degrees of abilities. I would love to lend a family in need of extra help whenever I can!
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Picha M.


Amherst, MA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Female Senior Caregiver With Over 8 Years Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced personal caregiver with a nursing background. I drive and have a COR certification. I have worked with senior citizens, people with disabilities and children for over five years. I live in Amherst and own an LLC that helps with staffing for caregivers, house help, cleaning and baby sitting. We are also...
Picha can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Jeanne S.


Amherst, MA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have always had an open mind and heart to those with special needs of any sort. I have family that is special needs, and my best friend of 11 years has been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, Paranoid Schizophrenia, and is Manic Depressive. I do not hold anything against anyone and would like to pride myself in my patience...
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Duncain K.


Amherst, MA

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Special Care Assistant You Can Trust.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a physician with six years plus experience in clinical practice currently in grad school and so I'm unable to work full time at the moment. I have experience with critical care as well as care of individuals with special considerations. Please reach out for specialized care you'd find helpful.
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Cynthia M.


Amherst, MA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Providing loving and cautious care to individuals unable to care for themselves, is one of my passions. I am able to help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, feeding, helping to get ambulatory, companionship, meds, insulin injections, assisting with mobility, lifting, etc. I would love to meet with you to determine whether or...

Pamela B.


Amherst, MA

$28-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Provide in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, and chronically ill patients: hands-on experienced with clients suffering from stroke, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and cerebral palsy. I prepare food according to diet plan; ensure patients follow Care plans, diets, and exercise plans. I also assist with feeding,...
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Pamela is a wonderful caregiver for my elderly mother. She is dependable, flexible, eager and professional. Pam is a kind, compassionate and competent caregiver and we recommend her unreservedly."

Chris C.

Katie F.


Shutesbury, MA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time, Experienced Care Giver

I have many years experience working with all types of disabilities in a home and school setting. I am looking to supplement my current position with a part time care position in my area.
I have 2 years of paid experience as a Home Health Aide, six year experience in the aging field, and 4 years of personal experience caring for my disabled mother. I have my masters in Management of Aging Services and am trained to care for those with Dementia. My CNA expired in 2015 but I still hold the skills. Happy to help...
Avery can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, personal care, home modification
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Max W.


Greenfield, MA

$24-35/hr4 yrs exp

In Search Of Caring Family To Work With

Hello! My name is Max. I am trans and use they/them pronouns, and I'm looking for consistent weekly work (20/30 hours) as a nanny. The joy I've received from working with kiddos of all ages and abilities has led me to a wide array of working experiences, including my career as a music therapist, to nannying and home health, and...
5.0
"Maddie is wonderful! I worked with Maddie for about a year or more. She is reliable, punctual, but above all, caring and trustworthy. She is creative and always thinking of new ways to engage your child."

Amanda S.

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Meghan D.


Easthampton, MA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a full time special education teacher for students with social-emotional disabilities. I have experience working with children within residential and educational settings. I have worked with ages 3-25 with a wide range of abilities. I worked as a Personal Care Attendant for a woman with Cerebral Palsy and have experience...
5.0
"Meghan worked for me about a year ago. She was very dependable, reliable, punctual and caring. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."

Katie C.

Hello. I am available to help with senior or special needs care. I ran a group home for men for years. I am able to assist with medication administration MAP certified. I have experience with all people with special needs and seniors.
Sarah can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
I have worked as an EMT for 3 years and in the course of that work have interacted with patients of all ages with varying physical and cognitive delays. Outside of EMT work, I have also personally cared for several children with varying degrees of special needs, most recently a young child with severe physical and cognitive...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Sunderland, MA

Cynthia M.

5.0

Cyndi is the absolute best person that I ever hired . I first hired Cyndi for house cleaning and she was punctual, dependable and extremely efficient. She knows exactly what needs to be done and does an amazing job. Later I hired her to watch my mom after surgery and she took care of her as if she...

- Robert U.

Sabrina D.

5.0

Sabrina is an extraordinarily capable and compassionate caregiver who provided service to my wife, diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, for approximately 40 hours per week and over the course of almost two years. Sabrina's care for my wife ended when my wife recently died. Sabrina is highly skilled...

- Care member

Pamela B.

5.0

Pamela is a wonderful caregiver for my elderly mother. She is dependable, flexible, eager and professional. Pam is a kind, compassionate and competent caregiver and we recommend her unreservedly.

- Chris C.

Max W.

5.0

Maddie is wonderful! I worked with Maddie for about a year or more. She is reliable, punctual, but above all, caring and trustworthy. She is creative and always thinking of new ways to engage your child.

- Amanda S.

Meghan D.

5.0

Meghan worked for me about a year ago. She was very dependable, reliable, punctual and caring. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

- Katie C.

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