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Zoe H.


Waterford, NY

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

I have 2 years experience as a teaching assistant working with children with disabilities. I have 2 more years of experience working with adult and senior individuals with disabilities. Educational experience, personal care experience, and patience are just the start of what I have learned about.
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Tracey B.


Valley Falls, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid All Aspects! Certification In Nursing . 15 Years Plus Experience With The Disabled.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

All aspects of Activities of Daily living. Dr. s apps./ Errands, meal prep. Medication dispense, household chores.
Tracey can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Tracey is an excellent cook, always reliable, exercises good judgement, very knowledgeable, has great experience in wound care, makes sure her clients always enjoy their time with her, and ensures maximum comfort. I would recommend Tracey to anyone looking for...

Susan R.

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Sandy P.


Cohoes, NY

$25/hr

Bottled Sunshine- Here To Help ADHD/ASD/Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an established Self Direction Professional with Wildwood Programs and am currently working part time with 1 client. I have 25 years of experience as a Store Manager has afforded me advanced training with teaching, communication, effectively handling many learning styles and bringing out the best in every individual. ADHD...
5.0
"Sandy is wonderful. She cleans for us weekly and does a fantastic job. She's reliable and hardworking. My house has never looked better and she's a super nice and caring person. I highly recommend her."

Gena G.

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Mary M.


Cohoes, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi this is Mary I am an LPN and I work with an agency for 13 years I've done behavioral health pediatrics one on one care with children with special needs feeding G-tube trach care playing and having fun please let me know if you would like to meet me thank you
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Marisa W.


Albany, NY

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...
5.0
"My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"

Lindsey A.

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Lisbeth A.


Schenectady, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Aide / Persons Of All Ages

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience in home health care aide. I am very compassionate skilled aide devoted to providing superior care to persons with disabilities and health limitations. I grew up in a large family in Lima, Peru. I have been taking care of young-ones and seniors ever since. I am very responsible and have known to...
Lisbeth can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"I am so blessed to have Lisbeth in my life! I couldn't have asked for a kinder, more professional caregiver. She has been with me for a year and has all the qualities that anyone seeking help would need. She is truly a gem!!!!"

Maria K.

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Stacie E.


Ballston Lake, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked with children with and without special needs for 11 years. I moved from Tampa where I babysat regularly and taught swim lessons. I am currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I love being outdoors and being creative!
5.0
"Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character."

Crystal H.

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Brianna G.


Troy, NY

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Fully Vaccinated Caring And Patient Sitter

Hi my name is Brianna! I've been a nanny for over 10 years, nine of which I specifically have experience with special needs. I've worked with toddlers right up through adults. I love children, and treat those I take care of like family. I am very reliable and patient, and my schedule is flexible. If you have any questions,...
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Hannah B.


Albany, NY

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience as a peer mentor for students on the Autism spectrum from a young age. In high school I continued doing Social Skills Club and peer mentored other high school and post graduate students. I have had training from a BCBA-D.
5.0
"Hannah has taken care of our two kids quite a bit now. My husband and I are are especially thankful to have been able to hire Hannah because she works incredibly well with our autistic child, really seeking to understand him. But both our kids adore Hannah. She...

Alissa R.

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Lee B.


Ballston Lake, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

No Heavy Lifting, Light Housekeeping, I Can Do Wheelchair , Hoyer Lifts, Meal Preps, Pet Walking ,

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

bathing , cooking and cleaning shopping , Care for pets minor home keep , dusting , laundry, worked in healthcare 20+ years, for seniors and disabled. I have done many healthcare care things , long with using hoyer lifts electric and manual, I have driven special vans for quadriplegics, I also have helped my clients with...
Lee can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, home modification & more
5.0
"Lee was hired by my parents for short term care (about 2 weeks). From the beginning of the care until her last day she was more than helpful in caring for my mother with dementia and for my father recovering from surgery. She had great energy to give attention to...

Dale K.

Hello! I have experience working with adults with special needs. Such as lifts, rotations and bed turns.
Lindsey can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Bonita S.


Albany, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I worked for the center for disabilities for five years and I currently hold a site supervisor position with wildwood programs. On a personal note, I also have a sister who has special needs and receives services
I am looking to act as a caregiver for children or teens on the weekends. I am a college student studying Childhood & Special Education. During the week, I work my full-time job and attend school. I work at a school for youth with special needs. I have a great deal of experience with autism spectrum disorders and communication...
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Asia H.


Albany, NY

$41/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as passionate, out going, and determined. When I care for someone. I treat them how I would want to be treated. I am a hard working person that goes above and beyond. I like caring for seniors because we all may need help one day. I care for people. I am a people person doesn't matter the age. I...
Asia can also help with: Transportation, errands, home modification, light cleaning, meal prep
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Annonda W.


Troy, NY

$16-39/hr7 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I started with developmental disabilities about 8 years ago. I worked with people from ranges of ages and worked with many physical and mental disabilities over the years.
My name is Diamond and I been in the healthcare field for 5 years now . I worked with people with disabilities and I also worked with people with dementia in a assistant living I currently still work with assistant living . I cook I clean have a great personality get along with every one I come across. Very professional great...
Diamond can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

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Danielle C.


Albany, NY

$20-30/hr

Part Time Caregiver

I loved working with students with disabilities. I have most of my professional experience working in a self contained classroom of students with neurodiverstiy, including mostly Autism and other developmental and physical disabilities. I enjoy therapeutic teaching, including getting to know a students' interests and desires,...
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Kaila R.


Troy, NY

$17-31/hr6 yrs exp

I'm caring, reliable & someone who can always be trusted. I have many years of experience looking after children, elders & people with special needs.
Kaila can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Taylor M.


Watervliet, NY

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Taylor and I'm currently a senior at UAlbany studying Public Health and English. I have 3 years of experience working with individuals with Autism and ADHD. Toileting, feeding, hygiene, and dressing are all actions I'm comfortable assisting in and facilitating. I have experience with Alzheimer's as I take of my...
Because I have patience with others and I love helping people that need help, and I love taking care of children and older people. I have gone to school with disabilities and helped them at Que star III BOCES and I worked with kids at the CEO daycare center for volunteer work. I love what I do.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Waterford, NY

Tracey B.

5.0

Tracey is an excellent cook, always reliable, exercises good judgement, very knowledgeable, has great experience in wound care, makes sure her clients always enjoy their time with her, and ensures maximum comfort. I would recommend Tracey to anyone looking for someone to care for a relative.

- Susan R.

Sandy P.

5.0

Sandy is wonderful. She cleans for us weekly and does a fantastic job. She's reliable and hardworking. My house has never looked better and she's a super nice and caring person. I highly recommend her.

- Gena G.

Marisa W.

5.0

My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!

- Lindsey A.

Lisbeth A.

5.0

I am so blessed to have Lisbeth in my life! I couldn't have asked for a kinder, more professional caregiver. She has been with me for a year and has all the qualities that anyone seeking help would need. She is truly a gem!!!!

- Maria K.

Stacie E.

5.0

Was unable to take the position due to another job order, but responded very quickly to inform me of that. I believe that says a lot about her character.

- Crystal H.

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