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Patty D.

Bedford, MA

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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
transportation
dementia
companionship
errands
Honest, reliable, compassionate, the glass is half-full, fun. Non-smoker. Currently a PT receptionist at premier senior living community. Retired Producer & local company owner. Long time volunteer at the Bedford COA & Minuteman Senior Services. CPR certified. And certified in Memory Care: NIDE (National Institute for Dementia...
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Early Intervention Therapist And Educator

Chelmsford, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have 25 years of experience with young children, especially infants and toddlers. Licensed Infant Massage Instructor and early intervention educator with experience with premature infants and children with special needs. Willing to assist with all aspects of caring for children including the fun tasks like reading, bathing,...
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Senior Private Aide Available

Chelmsford, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
meal prep
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Experienced care giver with proven record of multiple levels of care. Including Alzheimer's, dementia, handicapped, special needs and mental health support. Seasoned in companionship care, walks, errands, doctor appointments etc. I'd describe my personality as energetic, loyal and loving. I like caring for seniors because it...
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Willing To Help

Sudbury, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I worked at children's hospital on the inpatient psych unit for kids of all different behavioral and developmental issues. I'm currently a medical assistant, I am CPR, BLS, first aid, stop the bleeding, and crisis prevention and intervention certified. I also have extensive DBT&CBT training. Let me know if you have any...
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Special Needs

Stow, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Sharon I live in Stow with my husband and multiple pets. I've worked with people of all ages and abilities. I've had people from 2 months to 101 years. Im comfortable with numerous abilities from ADHD, autism spectrum, down syndrome. As well as physical limitations such as cerebral palsy to quadrupligics. I've used...
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Westford, MA

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$16/hr
I am a positive and caring person, I am 21 and from Westford MA. I go to UML and going for my masters in the fall. I have worked with special needs children through my church for the past 6 years.
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Billerica, MA

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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I started working with kids when I was 12. I babysat for the neighborhood kids, which I enjoyed very much! By the age of 20, I started at my first daycare. I quickly became teacher certified, and took whatever classes were offered to learn more about caring for children. Among those classes, I took a special-needs class, I...
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Part-time Or Full Time Care Giver

Ayer, MA

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$15/hr
Craft assistance
I currently work with special needs children transporting them to and from school. I also have personal experience with children with mental illnesses, having to distribute medications to children. Being with children with learning disabilities and need a little extra help and caring for.
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Maynard, MA

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I have worked for the last 9 years in public school as an ABA therapist. I have worked with all ages of children form pre school through middle school. I work mainly with children on the autism spectrum. Currently I work 1 on 1 with a 6th grade student. I run behavior plans, teach academics and assist in every day activities. I...
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Lowell, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Bringing comfort and support to seniors is my calling. With 20 years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I offer respite care, hospice services, home health, personal care, dementia care, and medical management. I am adept at adapting to changing routines, de-escalating stressful...
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Lowell, MA

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$19/hr
6 years experience
From a young age, I've always felt a strong desire to guide and care for children, a feeling that truly blossomed when my younger brother was born. With six years of childcare experience, through family, friends, and a nannying company, I have worked with children of all ages. I am patient, creative, outgoing, charismatic, kind,...
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Still River, MA

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$30/hr
17 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have been a nanny and in-home care person for over 15 years. I have worked with babies, children, teens, and adults from many ages and backgrounds, and have also worked privately and professionally with young people who have special needs for many of those years. As a recent graduate of MGH Institute for Health Professions...
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Lowell, MA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
Hi! I'm a compassionate and dependable caregiver with experience supporting individuals with special needs and currently working in a long-term care facility. I'm very friendly, social, and outgoing, and I truly enjoy building meaningful connections while helping others feel safe, supported, and valued. I'm patient, attentive,...
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Stow, MA

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$30/hr
30 years experience
Hello. My name is Sharon. Im 55 years old, married and have multiple animals. I've lived and worked in the Stow area my whole life. Im very reliable as well as flexible. I've worked with children since the age of 18. I have had several college courses to become an early childhood educator. I have worked with children from age 2...
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Tyngsboro, MA

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$19/hr
Finished bachelor. went to Denver school of Nursing for CNA and worked for almost 4 years in Nursing home and hospital. also worked as a care giver for 5 years
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Special Education Tutor

Sudbury, MA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a dedicated special education teacher with a passion for helping students thrive academically and personally. With years of experience providing specialized instruction, I excel in tailoring lessons to meet each student's unique learning needs. My approach focuses on building confidence, fostering independence, and making...
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Experienced Senior Care Provider

Westford, MA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My background is rich with experience in caring for seniors in several capacities. I have been a program director in an assisted living community for over 12 years. This position offered me the chance to spend long hours with seniors in a social setting. It also required dealing with many different temperaments. I am quite...
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Billerica, MA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I've worked with seniors for 4 years now and also have experience in kids on the spectrum etc, I worked at altitude trampoline park as a manager which included working with kids w many disabilities! My Bestfriend has a brother with Down syndrome I've helped out with a few times and I would love to help as much as I can! I am...
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Experienced Caregiver

Sudbury, MA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Hi. Thank you for considering me for the care of your loved one. I am a 40-something, mother-of-five (all older!) with years of caregiving under my belt. My mothering style is gentle and child-led with lots of singing, imagination, walks, and outings. I was a lawyer before I had children and I also owned a small business that...
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Fun, Energetic Sitter/Nanny

Chelmsford, MA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have worked of range of Age Groups and have experience with children with special needs. Love to be outdoors and playing games and sports
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