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Wendy M.

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Best Care Service Ever

Deer Park, NY

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
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Hi

Bay Shore, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy kind and loving I like caring for people with special needs because I have learned so much from working with people with special needs I'm looking for a job that is close to my home and early morning I started caring for people with special needs many years ago I have family...

Victoria V. says "Norma was amazing with my son. She is a beautiful person inside and out. She was reliable, punctual and great with communication. I felt so comfortable,...

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Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Caregiver

Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...

Maureen R. says "We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot;...

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Responsible Caregiver 4 Years Experience

Kings Park, NY

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
Bachelors Degree in Psychology Minor in Childhood Education. Enrolled in Master of Science Program pursuing Dual NYS certification in General and Special Education Grades 1 through 6. 4 Years experience working with special needs children for the NYC Department of Education. Experience as a a mom of one.
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Supervising Children, Ensuring Safety ,special Needs Children And High Needs,patient,

Bay Shore, NY

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, and trustworthy I like working with kids because it provides an opportunity to teach them life lessons, useful skills and important knowledge In my spare time, I like to do arts and crafts such as painting and drawing as well as meditation
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Wyandanch, NY

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$21/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Personal care training Communication skills are strong experience with newborns - 9-year-olds experience with special needs kids
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Hauppauge, NY

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$30/hr
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Jenn, I've been a nanny my whole adult life. I also have cared for elderly with special needs
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Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
I have worked at a daycare center for about 1. 5. I worked at the JCC with children with special needs.
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Centereach, NY

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$28/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My passion is caring for those who need it most, children and special needs, with my education of psychology and child development my goal is to enhance and relieve the lives of every family I work for with application of who I am, my experience, and my skills based in child development. In addition to life experience in care of...
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Get To Know Me!!

Stony Brook, NY

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi! I'm Arianna. I know how much trust it takes to let someone care for your child and my goal is to make you feel completely at ease. I have four years of childcare experience, including 1. 5 years as a nanny for a toddler and a newborn, as well as experience with special-needs care. I'm patient, gentle, and focused on each...
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Oakdale, NY

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Amber and I'm a 19 yo student living in Oakdale, NY. I don't have experience being paid for child care but I have always loved to be around to protect younger ones and have experience being a mentor for them throughout my school years. I have experience working with special needs child and volunteering to work...
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Wyandanch, NY

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$40/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
For me, childcare is more than a job; it's a genuine passion. I have six years + of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers. My background includes a college degree and experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Licensed Practical Nursing , allowing me to provide comprehensive care. I'm...
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Bayport, NY

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a former corporate Sr Manager, current college student & mom of 2 special needs kids, and 1 very sweet fur baby pup. I am capable, safe, trustworthy, and reliable. As a parent I remember how terrified I was simply driving my newborn son for his 1st dr visit, let alone having a stranger take care of him while I am not there....
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Oakdale, NY

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$17/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as caring , dependable and patient. I started working with kids when I was 13. I babysat for my neighbor whose an RN for her 2 children under 2. The rest is history !! In my spare time, I like to swim, walk, read and travel. My skills include Experienced w Special Needs , medically fragile and...
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Bay Shore, NY

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$40/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello there! I'm a first year college student studying to become a Physical Therapist. However, I love working with children. In my previous job, I worked with kids with special needs. I am one year experienced with children working in my previous job, but not limited only working with children in my job. I have 2 younger...
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Ronkonkoma, NY

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
I have experience with different age groups, even some special needs (ADHD); I've done volunteer for couple of years in the kids ministry at my church, I have sponsored little in big brother big sister and I have four nephews and three nieces who I help with during date nights. I'm easy going, patient, kind. Love sport's...
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Huntington Station, NY

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi Parents! My name is Sydney, and I am a NYS certified teacher (Grades 1-6) with my Special Education certification (K-12) anticipated in December 2026. I currently work in an elementary school as a substitute teacher and have also worked as a TA in a preschool for children with special needs. I have extensive additional...
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The Babysitter Kids Always Love !

Selden, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Greetings, I am a 29-year-old mother blessed with three amazing children. My professional journey began as a nanny immediately after completing high school. Throughout the years, I have cultivated strong connections with the children I have looked after, witnessing their transformation into young adults. I take immense pride in...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of August 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Central Islip, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Central Islip, NY are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Norma A.

Norma was amazing with my son. She is a beautiful person inside and out. She was reliable, punctual and great with communication. I felt so...

- Victoria V.

Amanda M.

I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good...

- Meryl B.

David L.

We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes...

- Maureen R.

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