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Hello, I have the most experience with NG tubes, Ostomy care, Trach Care and incontinence in infants and elderly. I have worked with the adult population as well. I have my first aid through the American Heart Association. I am also a licensed CNA with the state of Kansas.
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Hello, I'm a certified nurses assistant graduate. I am confident that I would be an asset for any current or future position that may be available, I'm willing to help with your loved one cause that's what I love to do for people who need the help.
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I have mainly worked with children with Autism, Developmental Delays and Down Syndrome but I have also worked with all age groups with varying special needs. I truly love working with people with special needs and work full time as a behavior analyst with a behavioral health provider. this has been my passion for almost 10...
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My name is Alexis although I go by Lexi! I'm fun-loving, positive, caring, and responsible.
I have professional experience in working with children with autism from ages 2-7 years old as a Registered Behavior Technician. As well as personal experience caring for a family member with Alzheimer's for the past 5 years. I know some...
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Hello my name is Laurissa and I love animals, children, playing outside, all of the fun stuff. I do have experience but I don't have paid experience. I would love to meet any of you and get started on anything you guys would need help with :)
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I have several years of experience working within schools or private ABA clinics providing support to a range of needs. I am about to graduate with my masters in applied behavioral sciences and love working to help support kids and seeing them learn new skills!
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Hello! My name is Marcela, I'm currently working towards becoming a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor for children/adults on the autism spectrum. I currently work in the Autism Program for the school district of North KC. Working with kids of all ages & backgrounds really is an awesome experience to have. They always...
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I grew up with my autistic brother. He never had a drivers license and walked everywhere or rode a bike. One particular snowy night he was walking home from Walmart on a street that had no sidewalks. A pickup with a snow plow on the front hit my brother a knocked him into a deep ditch. He was life-flighted to Kansas City where...
5.0
"I can't praise Larry enough. He is a Gem!!! He helped us with our adult son with autism, transport to and from work and to activities and helped us when I went out of town. Even let our little old dog out when...
Reviewed by Regina Y.
Kasey J.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a former Director of Social Services in geriatric psych. I have extensive experience working with children, inpatient psych, and adults aged 18-65. I am contracted with DMH to care for individuals with autism, as well. I am single and live alone with pets. I have background check/clearance to provide that I'm cleared on the...
5.0
"Kasey has been an amazing companion and caregiver for me. I've been restricted to a chair for weeks, due to a broken leg, unable to bear any weight for walking or other movement. It's been a challenging time,...
Reviewed by Alisa B.
Araceli G.
Kansas City, MO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.
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"Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive...
Reviewed by Karyn M.
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I am patient and kind and love kids. Cared for adult quadriplegic and head injury patients before entering nursing school.
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"Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would...
Reviewed by Patrick P.
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Most of my work experience has been related to children and I have thoroughly enjoyed them all. For the last two years, I have worked as a nanny/personal assistant to a wonderful family in the Denver Metro area. Before that, I worked as a Sign Language Interpreter at an elementary school for 4+ years. There I mainstreamed deaf...
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I have been a nanny for a family with four children. During this time, I cared for a 6-year-old with Down Syndrome and an 8-year-old with ADHD as well as their 4-year-old brother and 2-year-old sister. I am studying nursing and feel comfortable working with children with special needs and providing personalized care to them. I...
Christina B.
Kansas City, MO
$10-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have worked in group homes, residential units and schools. I enjoy working with this population and love being able to help them live the best lives they can.
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Hi! I'm an RN who would love to care for your special person. I have experience with children with learning challenges, with patients who have had physical and mental disabilities of all sorts and I'm confident I can help you out. My background is one of a home health care nurse for 8 years, Hospital Critical Care and Float...
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Hello, my name is Lena. I have a huge passion and love for working with children and helping them develop. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 12 years of experience caring for children, from infants to elementary schoolers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm...
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"Lena was great! Very willing to be flexible, and take on additional duties and responsibilities to make sure my son had whatever he needed. She's incredibly polite, kind, courteous and was wonderful interacting...
Reviewed by Jerrod P.
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I am flexible with my hours or work. I was a licensed certified paraprofessional in Oklahoma. The reason I say I was is because I recently moved to Kansas and I am not sure if KS has the same requirements as OK. I have worked with special needs children for over 3 yrs. I enjoyed this job very much and would like to continue...
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"My almost 2 year old can be a real handful and "Miss Nay Nay" (as my lil guy called her) was AWESOME with him! Even with an infant thrown into the mix, she was a total pro! HIGHLY recommend! :D"
Reviewed by Jennifer B.
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I've been working at Whole Foods for 12 years. It's been a great job, but I am ready to leave the retail world. I would like to find something that is more flexible for me and my family. I'm looking for a part-time job preferably 20 to 24 hours a week. My daughter is a type one diabetic, so I have a great deal of experience in...
Elizabeth M.
Leawood, KS
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have worked with children and adults with special needs since I was about 12. It has become a passion and something that truly fills my cup and brings me joy. I will be able to ensure that your loved one will stay safe while also being loved on and making the most of each day. Whether its from helping in the classroom, to...
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Hi all! I am a current nursing student seeking a caregiving job in the area that can offer a flexible schedule due to my school commitments. I have had previous experience taking care of infants, children, elderly, and individuals with special needs. I would describe myself as responsible, driven, and most importantly reliable....
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Independence, MO
Larry J.
5.0
Larry is a great guy & really helped me out. Being single with no family in town I was always concerned about what I would do if I ever needed a surgery driver. Larry provided early morning transportation to my surgery & got me home in good shape. Larry was in touch with me the night before...
- Paul M.
Kasey J.
5.0
Kasey has been an amazing companion and caregiver for me. I've been restricted to a chair for weeks, due to a broken leg, unable to bear any weight for walking or other movement. It's been a challenging time, but Kasey has helped make it bearable. She has been in charge of my meals, hygiene, and...
- Alisa B.
Araceli G.
5.0
Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive attitude when asked to do a task. Worked while we talked...Kept her phone calls to a...
- Karyn M.
Brenda W.
5.0
Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would easily place Brenda in my top 3 hires! In working with both my morning (dressing,...
- Patrick P.
Lena C.
5.0
Lena was great! Very willing to be flexible, and take on additional duties and responsibilities to make sure my son had whatever he needed. She's incredibly polite, kind, courteous and was wonderful interacting my son.
- Jerrod P.