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I have many years of experience as a caretaker. I have worked as a CNA, home health care aide, and DSP for all ages and degrees of care needed (from newborn to hospice). I have a BS in Anthropology degree and went back to school for a second BS in nursing but left the program after 3 years for personal reasons. Currently, I am...
Hi, I am a well-versed caregiver with over 20years experience. I am certified as a home health aide/PCA with experience in elderly care and special needs. I have reference and I'm open to discuss various schedules if needed any time. Willing to do Perdiem if my schedule allows. I enjoy working with the elderly as I find it...
Lydia can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
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CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
Mathijs H.
Valley Cottage, NY
$23-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Genuine, Compassionate, And Experienced Male Caregiver
I have 10 years of experience with people of various ages and abilities. I can help with activities of daily living, medication administration, behavioral interventions, driving to appointments, community activities, and more. I am a NY state-licensed Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), and I use those skills in every...
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Eleanora. I have 12 years experience and living in an nursing home. My experience includes: cooking, changing, cleaning, bathing, medication moderator, feeding, and many more. I worked in a 33-bed adult care facility. I helped organize workshops for the members. I participated in over-night care on a regular basis. I...
Eleanora can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"Eleanora has been caring for seniors for approximately 20 years she is the most dependable caring responsible person she can think on her feet in situations that arise and handle them in a safe and calm manner."
Cate K.
Susan D.
Congers, NY
$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, my name is Susan and I work at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern NY. I'm accustomed to dealing with 50+ patients per day including special needs patients. I'm very friendly, caring and outgoing. I love making patients feel comfortable as most people do not care to be in a hospital!
Susan can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother. "
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I work as a Health Aide. I work with patients of all ages and different health conditions. Love to help as much as I can.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have had experience working in a nursing home and hospice setting administering care to patients with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer, diabetes, down-syndrome, on dialysis, multiple sclerosis, etc. I have great empathy, understanding, patience and know what is involved in taking vitals, emptying a catheter or giving a person...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 60-year-old mother of two college graduated children. I have a brother who is mentally challenged. I was a caregiver for my sister in-law who had dementia. I worked as a teacher's asst. for 16 years with special needs students with autism, down syndrome .
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I hold a Masters degree in Education, with specialties in English and Special Education. I've been teaching all students to be the best version of themselves. I like to make learning fun, by giving real life examples of the work. I review all classes with the student, or life skills with an adult. I have experience with kids to...
5.0
"Lori Beth worked with my daughter for 2 years and was wonderful in so many ways. She helped develop a plan to keep her focused and social in the community every day. She is organized, compassionate and will quickly feel like part of your family. Highly recommended."
Barry H.
5.0
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I have experience working with children with special needs such as Autism, Asperger's, and other disabilities. Also I've worked more than 26 years as a caregiver. I am CNA and CPR certified. It would be a great pleasure to continue supporting and caring for those with special needs.
Travis T.
Dobbs Ferry, NY
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello Families! My name is Travis and I'm an employee of the Department of Education. I've worked in the role of a Teaching Assistant for the past 9 years. A major part of my work is the teamwork and collaboration that happens between parents and myself. Our combined efforts are essential to achieving big and small results.
I'd...
5.0
"I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to...
Care member
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
1 provide full time elder/companion care, feeding, shopping, companionship. I have worked for a 92-year-old man Monday through Friday 7:30-2:30 p.m. for 5 years until his passing. I am currently working for 2 elder gentlemen with Alzheimer's and have also provided elder care for a disabled man in a wheelchair. In these position...
Michael can also help with: Companionship, personal care, transportation, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Mike has been helping to care for my 91 year old father for 6 months. Simply put, he's a GODSEND! My dad isn't the easiest customer, but Mike has slowly, carefully and respectfully built a relationship with him and become his trusted companion. He takes him on...
Gina R.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Sarah. I currently live in Westchester. I have been working with kids since high school. I have my Bachelors in Elementary Education Grades 1-6 and a Masters in Special Education Grades 1-6. I have a NYS Professional Certification for both degrees. I am currently teaching at non-profit school for individuals with...
5.0
"The best ever! Sarah is a parent's dream: reliable, thoughtful, incredibly calm, and supportive with our high energy kids. She is not only a highly educated caregiver but she is proactive and takes initiative. Sarah has a confidence and ease with children that is a...
Douglas M.
Katherine P.
Elmsford, NY
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there I enjoy working with others that are in need. I used to work for an agency call VIP for 2 years. I have a huge passion working with people. I would do light cleaning, some organizing , run errands and simply kept them company.
Take care of a person with disabilities (21 years old boy).
Drive him to school, teraphys, and home.
Prepare special food for him.
Give him his medication on time.
Help him to go to the bathroom (shave him, help him in the toilet, brush his teeth, wash his face, etc).
Get him ready for school (Dress him up, prepare the...
Francis can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Hello! I have cared and tutored families in the Bronx for my students in 2nd and 3rd grade with Special Needs varying from learning disabled, Autism Spectrum and intellectually disabled. I am very patient and with my special education background, I meet the individual needs of all my students while having fun!
I am a licensed NYS School Counselor. I have 10 years of experience working with children and older adults in various settings . While working with older adults I had to help with Dressing Assistance when needed. I enjoy participating in fun activities and getting to know others. My passion is helping others.
Carole S.
Montrose, NY
$17-22/hr
My experience is teaching disable/differently challenged individuals. I do one on ones or in a group setting. Everyone is different so it's about adapting the care and support towards that particular person. People describe me as non-judgements, caring, genuine, and understanding. I truly believe you learn from everything around...
I have experience with infants with special needs. Special needs with tube feeding and ambulatory care. Experience with children with ADH ADD. Trained with CPR and First Aid.
Pediatric occupational therapist with 27 years of experience would love to help your child with fine motor, visual motor, visual perceptual, writing, sensory needs, art projects and general occupational therapy tasks through fun activities online. Not sure? ask me I'm flexible.
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Valley Cottage, NY
Eleanora Z.
5.0
Eleanora took her role As an aide, companion very seriously. She always took the our mom's needs into consideration . Elle prepared food that was nutritious and easy for the patient to tolerate when eating became difficult. She treated our mom with respect and dignity. We were lucky to have...
- Judi H.
Susan D.
5.0
Susan is such a sweet person. She took very good care of my mother.
- Care member
Lori E.
5.0
Lori would be a valuable addition to your team if you have a teen or young adult on the autism spectrum who needs help with school/college and/or life skills.
- Alistair B.
Travis T.
5.0
I met Travis because he is the caregiver for one of my customers. He assists with the care of a teenage boy and one of his responsibilities is to helping him with a variety of life skills. Travis really impressed me with his ability to encourage his mentee to embrace his independence even though he...
- Care member
Michael D.
5.0
Mike has been helping to care for my 91 year old father for 6 months. Simply put, he's a GODSEND! My dad isn't the easiest customer, but Mike has slowly, carefully and respectfully built a relationship with him and become his trusted companion. He takes him on outings, out to eat, to appointments...
- Gina R.