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Meridith G.


Bristol, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider With Years Of Experience In Behavioral Support And Meeting Kids Where They Are.

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Hi, my name is Meridith and I have been working in the Early Childhood Education field for over 15 years. I have taught, cared for and worked with children ages 6 weeks through 18 years old. My specialty is children with special needs. Most recently, I was a Childcare Director running a program with 100 children and families and...
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Sara B.


Damariscotta, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Caregiver / Companion / Housekeeper

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I have 32 years of experience with the senior and special needs population. That experience covers respite care, home care, grief support, companionship, and transportation. I am able and willing to assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to doctor appointments, hair appointments, grocery shopping,...
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Sharon M.


Damariscotta, ME

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I have worked with clients experiencing all types of disabilities, from dementia/Parkinson's/brain injuries/ALS to name a few. I have also worked with those with different degrees of paralyzed injuries. I have enjoyed most every private case or resident when working in facilities I have encountered. I love people, am passionate...
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Sara B.


Damariscotta, ME

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Caregiver / Companion / Housekeeper

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I have 33 years of experience with the senior and special needs population. That experience covers respite care, home care, grief support, companionship, and transportation. I am able and willing to assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to doctor appointments, hair appointments, grocery shopping,...
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Victoria M.


Bremen, ME

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available For Childcare To Senior Care

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I am a semi retired nurse of 32 years. I am married and mother to 4 grown children. I have been a host mother to a girl from China for 3 years. I recently returned from a visit to see my daughter and her children in Seattle. Her husband is deployed and she works full time nights. I spent most of the time with my...
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Brenda M.


Edgecomb, ME

$18-35/hr1 yrs exp

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Taking care of special needs clients helping with all ADLs, meds, meal prep, light house keeping. Have dealt with celebrpalsy, dementia, Alzheimer
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Penelope H.


Jefferson, ME

$35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I've been doing in home health care for 20 years. I'm out going and patient. I have experience with hoyer lifts dementia, Parkinson's disease and special needs. I can help with meal preparation, cooking and light housework. I can also feed and bath your loved one. I can do medication prompting. I'm a non smoker and love pets. I...
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"Penney is a wonderful caregiver! She brought such comfort to my mother and ailing stepfather, so that they were able to get rest. Highly, highly recommend. She was very communicative, flexible, and would...

Reviewed by Meg N.

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Brooke M.


Gardiner, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

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I have been babysitting since the age of 11 but I come from a large family and have been helping take care of kids since I was six. I am in college and going for a certificate in early childhood. I love kids and am great with all ages, boys and girls! (Though I have more experience with younger children) I have a license and my...
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Olivia W.


Waldoboro, ME

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am reliable, kind, and creative and have over 15 years of experience caring for children, from infants to young teenagers. I also have experience with caring for children and adults with special needs. I love reading to children, singing songs and helping build vocabulary, working on gross and fine motor skills, and spending...
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"Olivia is likely the best babysitter you'll ever come across. Completely reliable, punctual, and communicative, and shows the utmost care for our two-year-old. Our son always asks when Olivia will be back, and...

Reviewed by Ryan L.

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Amanda P.


Warren, ME

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Perfect Nanny For Your Kids

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I have been working with children of all ages for over 25 years. I have cared for special needs as well as typically developing kids. I can offer several references. I love to play with the kids rather than just let them be. I especially love infants and toddlers.
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Madison B.


Gardiner, ME

$15-18/hr1 yrs exp

Child And Pet Care!

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Hey all! I am currently a residential youth and family specialist at Spurwink looking for a childcare position beginning at the end of June. I am an online college student in my third year working to become a clinician. I have experience with children of all ages, all special needs, and flexible with pay. I have a year of...
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Shelby I.


Bath, ME

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Variety Is The Spice!

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Hi there! I am looking to broaden my horizons, meet new people, experience new adventures and create some changes of scenery. I am a caregiver at heart. I have over 20 years of experience providing supports to folks with varying degrees of disabilities and of all ages, shapes and sizes! I come with a carefree attitude and a...
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Karin B.


Warren, ME

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Compassionate With A B.A In Geriatrics

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I worked in local schools serving as a Guidance Counselor and also ran a self-contained classroom full of children with an ED diagnosis and Autism spectrum. I was a wellness coach for middle school students as well as one on one tutor. My heart leads me back to elder care. I have 30 years experience but more than that I was...
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Kelly B.


Bath, ME

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver With An RN Background

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I was a nurse (RN) before I had children. I stopped nursing to raise a family, which I have, and am now ready to re-enter the workforce. I have let my RN license expire unfortunately. So, although I have not worked for specific clients, I have worked with many, many patients with various special needs. I went into nursing...
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Jessica S.


Spruce Head, ME

$13-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Jessica. We recently moved back to the area after being stationed 4 years in Southern Maryland with the Coast Guard. I have my bachelors degree in social and behavioral sciences with a minor in early childhood studies. While in Maryland, I worked for the county at a summer camp and at the child development...
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Karry L.


Spruce Head, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have had a long history working with children. From babysitting, being a nanny, and a nurse in a group home with teenage moms. There I had the opportunity to teach and encourage the teen moms while overseeing the care of their newborns to 2 yr olds. I have a special needs child and have learned so much from my little guy as...
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Kylie L.


Warren, ME

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

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I am a fun, laid back, kind hearted person who will always put the safety of kids first! I am CPR and first aid certified and have helped my mom throughout my whole life watching children with and without special needs. I know how to cook and clean. Kids are amazing and I love being around them! I have a 1yr old son who I have...
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Katelyn A.


Bath, ME

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I've worked alongside individuals with various special needs on and off throughout my time in high school and college. This is my passion, and I would love to keep going with this work.
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Kayla H.


Bath, ME

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I currently work with children on the autistic spectrum. It is a very challenging job, but it is also very rewarding.

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