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Queen cared for my elderly parents (90 year old with dementia, impaired mobility, fall risk; 99 year old with fall risk). Queen is extremely…

Review for Queen Carberry B. by Care member

Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters…

Review for Carly C. by A C.

We had a great experience with Kaylee. Thank you again!

Review for Kaylee R. by David R.

Special needs caregivers in Barnstable, MA

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Molly S.


East Sandwich, MA

$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp

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I have 6 years of experience with babysitting. I can help with bringing kids to and from activities and doing light housekeeping. I love doing arts and crafts and spending time outside with kids! I can cater my time spent with your kids to their interests and activities they enjoy. I also love pets, especially dogs and cats and...
Molly can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Susanna S.


East Sandwich, MA

$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

Can Work, Bond And Have Fun With Anyone!

I am a 20-year-old college student at UNH, currently taking the semester to work! I love working and hanging out with kids of all ages. I enjoy playing, doing activities, or just hanging out. I would do housekeeping, food prep, driving places, and pet care. I bond easily with kids and look forward to meeting them!
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Andrea S.


Marstons Mills, MA

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Married, 2 boys (11, 14), I have been working with a special needs private clients and I believe that in this way it is possible to work with all professionalism without forgetting the care and love that are especially necessary
Hello, My name is Maria and I'm currently looking for a part time job as a special needs caregiver. I served a one year volunteer position through Catholic Volunteers of Florida as a direct support professional, and am hoping to continue my service to those in need. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask!
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Jade D.


Marstons Mills, MA

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver With Experience

Hi! I'm Jade, a 25-year-old registered occupational therapist and native to Cape Cod. Experience: I have had numerous pediatric clinical rotations with children with neurodiversity. Some of these conditions include anxiety, ASD, ADHD, and SPD. I have experience with young adults with ASD, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome. I am...
I am katelyn. I am a mom of 3 of my own kids 16, 12 and 6. We love finding new places to go and walk, we love finding new playgrounds, we do lots of crafts, we love going to the zoo. Playing outside when it's nice out. I work with kids with special needs right now. I worked with adults with disabilities for a year and 1/2. I...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Megan L.


West Yarmouth, MA

$22-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Fun Loving, Experienced College Grad !

Hi all. I hope this note finds you well! My name is Megan and I am 26 years old and moved to the cape about a year ago. I have loved exploring the area and finding new things to do. I have many years of childcare/ nanny experience, have experience with special needs, twins and all age groups! I am also CPR, AED, first aid and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lisa D.


Dennis Port, MA

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Educator Seeking Private Position To Care For Your Children

My passion is and always has been, working with children. I have more than 20 years experience in child care. I have been a private childcare provider, nanny and a Preschool teacher as well. I have my CDA specializing in Early Childhood Education from birth to 5 years old. I am currently seeking a private position, full or part...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jade D.


Marstons Mills, MA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Jade, a 25-year-old registered occupational therapist and native to Barnstable. I have 15 years experience in childcare (babysitting and nannying for multiples ages 2mo-12yo), 5 years experience working in preschools as a teaching assistant. I have had multiple clinical rotations in pediatric settings with children...
Jade can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Amy W.


Hyannis, MA

$19-24/hr • 5 yrs exp

Passionate about caring for others with special needs and requirements. I will treat you or your loved one with the kindness and grace I would give my own family.
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Rachele D.


Hyannis, MA

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

I am a first grade teacher who has worked with children with special needs for 8 years. I have experience with autism spectrum disorder, Asperger's, down syndrome, PDD-NOS, ADD, ADHD, learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, and mental disabilities. I am passionate about helping those with special needs because I want to...

Yanasia M.


Hyannis, MA

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available

I have many experiences working with children. I worked as a preschool assistant teacher. In the summer I work as a Camp Director for a Program. I have been apart of there team for four years now! I also worked as a Special Needs Counselor for a Program in my town. They were mainly adults ages 20-60 yrs old. But I also had...
Yanasia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

In all of years teaching, my classroom contained students of varying exceptionalities. With that being said, I have experience working with autistic, bi-polar, and a variety of other special needs. Personally, I don't like to label as we all have our own level of intelligence.

Doreen M.


West Yarmouth, MA

$15-20/hr

I Was A Special Needs Teacher For 35 Years.

I also took in 3 foster children for 6 months and I took care of 2 boys for a private family for 5 years.
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Queen Carberry B.


Falmouth, MA

$30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced , Trusted, Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a PCA and HHA for about eight years now. I have worked with individuals dealing with Alzheimer's symptoms, and dementia, ALS and special needs. I specialize in personal care assistance, in addition to housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and companionship care. Here is a short bio about me. I was born...
Queen Carberry can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Queen cared for my elderly parents (90 year old with dementia, impaired mobility, fall risk; 99 year old with fall risk). Queen is extremely patient, kind, cheerful, and very hard working! She also did cooking and household tasks, as well as helping whenever asked...

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Patricia N.


Mashpee, MA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 grown children. The youngest headed to college soon. One of our children had a learning disability from a very early age but doing very well and studying engineering. I've tutored students, grades k-6 and often worked on parents behalf as an Educational Advocate at IEP meetings. I'm Director 1 certified by...
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Carly C.


Mashpee, MA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Young Military Mom Who Loves Kids/animals And Very Experienced

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there, my name is Carly. I am CPR certified as well as CPI certified, as I work with mentally challenged and disabled adults. I have been in this field since I was 19 and love it! My biggest strengths are: patience, being on time and communication. I am a former military wife and mother of an 14-year-old, who is my biggest...
Carly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her."

A C.

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Kaylee R.


Mashpee, MA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kaylee I have been working with children since I was a teenager! I love children. I worked in a few boarding schools for special needs children. I have worked in a preschool with pre k preschool and toddlers. I finished college and have my associates degree. I want to keep working with children and help where I can.
Kaylee can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We had a great experience with Kaylee. Thank you again!"

David R.

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Julie G.


Pocasset, MA

$23-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a health care aide and patient care coordinator for the elderly and special needs clients for 10-plus years. My services include companionship, healthy meal prep, medication supervision, personal care, food shopping and errands, light housekeeping, medical appointments, assistance with physical therapy and...
Julie can also help with: Respite care, personal care, hospice services, home modification, dementia
5.0
"I highly recommend Julie. She was an incredible care giver for my mother who recently passed away because of her long term illness. Julie is a caring, positive and trustworthy caregiver. One of my favorite things about Julie is her optimism. She always came...

Denise P.

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