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Leah H.


Clarence Center, NY

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

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I have worked as a home health aide mainly for paraplegic individuals. I am comfortable with simple first aid, housekeeping, light meal prep, and dressing.
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Patricia S.


Buffalo, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Pratitioner

5.0

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I am a retired Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with over 40 years of caring for well, ill and special needs children form birth to age 21 years.

Recent reviews:

5.0
Patty was one of the nurses we had for my father. She did a great job. She was very professional, and knowledgeable, compassionate, punctual, dependable and a good sense of humor. We looked forward to her...

Reviewed by John C.

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Tammy N.


Lancaster, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Full-Time - Part Time

4.4

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Hi , I am searching for a wonderful family to become their nanny ! I have enjoyed children ever since I was 16 and babysitting for the neighbors children. I have been caring and teaching children for 36 years. I started out as an assistant teacher in a daycare. I cared for children of all ages and that's when I studied and...

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5.0
Tammy was a pleasant addition to our household while caring for my son when I returned to work. He was two months premature and I felt confident leaving him in her care. She kept detailed notes of his daily...

Reviewed by Caroline K.

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Katherine C.


Buffalo, NY

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

3.0

(1)

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I am passionate about caring for and filling children's lives with joy! I have 11 years of experience as a caretaker for infants, toddlers and children. I have also cared for children with special needs and dietary restrictions. I also have experience in house sitting and pet sitting.

Recent review:

3.0
Katherine seems to be a capable caregiver but is unfortunately unreliable. After hiring her for Saturday help, a medical issue came up and she quit. Understandable, things happen. Then I offered her just a 2-hr...

Reviewed by Care member

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Maria S.


Buffalo, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

3.0

(2)

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Hi. My name is Mia. I have been working caring for children for over 10 years. Have worked as a camp counselor, art director, children's party coordinator, childcare facilities, and private home Nanny. I have lifetime experience in caring for children with special needs, due to caring for my own daughter. I'm comfortable and...
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Taylor P.


Lancaster, NY

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Highly Experienced With Special Needs Children!

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a full time student online studying scientific illustration. I love arts and crafts, cleaning, cooking, and animal care (I have a cat, turtle, and bearded dragon!). I am extremely experienced with special needs children, specifically ADHD, sensory disorders, autism, and many diagnoses pertaining to the spectrum. I am...

Recent review:

5.0
Taylor is the best! My kids absolutely loved her. Would definitely hire again if given the chance!

Reviewed by Kelsie A.

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Michele T.


Buffalo, NY

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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My parents are in their late 80's so I am well versed with the patience and love it takes to let the elderly feel that they still matter and help them to feel they are still somewhat independent. I would love to help you with your parents, I know the burden as I too am in the same situation with my parents.

Recent review:

5.0
Truly outstanding women, was fantastic with my three year old daughter. Punctual, creative, fun, respectful. Highly recommend!!

Reviewed by Maxwell W.

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Theresa B.


Buffalo, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Care-Giver , Part-time For Elderly Or Special Needs

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MS level Social Worker, experience working with home-bound seniors. I am looking for part-time or occasional work assisting seniors in their home or with transportation/shopping needs.
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Joan B.


Lancaster, NY

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Hi, My Name Is Joan. I'm 31yo & Live In The Village Of Lancaster. I Work Full Time Coordinating Care

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I'd describe my personality as friendly, compassionate, optimistic. I like caring for people with special needs because of my professional experience coordinating care for the IDD population along with years of respite/self-direction, working in a medically enhanced group home, & having private home care experience. I find joy...
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Kristen R.


Lancaster, NY

$15-26/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher And Mom

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Hi, I am relatively new to the Lancaster area. I have 3 children (19, 17, 12) a dog and a cat. I have taught special education grades K-6 for 17 years.
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Emma W.


East Amherst, NY

$20/hr8 yrs exp

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Hello! I'm Emma! I became a certified babysitter at age 13 and have always enjoyed working with children. If I had to describe myself as a babysitter and person in general I would say I'm patient, fun, reliable, caring and creative. One of my favorite things to do as a babysitter/caregiver is coming up with new crafts and...
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Katie C.


Buffalo, NY

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

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I have worked with children with special needs for over 4 years. I have been lucky enough to get to know these kids and help them flourish in their communities. I have experience with a variety of diagnoses, including seizure disorders. I am comfortable in many situations and would love to continue to provide support in the...
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Michelle H.


Buffalo, NY

$12-16/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello I am a reliable, friendly, professional person. I have experience with caring for children with special needs and without special needs. I'm currently looking for part time and full time employment.
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Julia V.


Buffalo, NY

$12-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello. My name is Julia. I am in my sophomore year at The University at Buffalo. I have been babysitting for almost two years now. I am in the process of getting CPR certified and my First Aid Training but due to COVID-19, it has been delayed. I have worked with many children with many different needs. I have taken care of kid's...
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Annie S.


East Amherst, NY

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny/Babysitter Available

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Hello! All through high school, I was the neighborhood babysitter. After graduating high school, I moved down to Orlando, FL where I lived with a family, caring full time for an infant (2 months when I first arrived, and 3 y/o). I took care of the infant while the toddler was in school, took care of household chores, and...
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Marissa D.


Buffalo, NY

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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I have an autistic brother and have been helping out with his care my entire life. I also have worked with kids through Erie 1 Boces for a summer program. Adults/kids with special needs have a special place in my heart and I love seeing them succeed during their every day life as well as helping them do so. I have a bachelors in...
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Samara D.


Lancaster, NY

$18/hr3 yrs exp

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I have worked with the YMCA Program in childcare for over 2 years now. I also have lots of experience with babysitting for family friends and neighbors. Through my time at the Y I got CPR and first aid certified. I have also worked with children of different abilities while in afterschool programs and summer camp. I am currently...

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Hello! My name is Leah and I would love to meet your family! I have been babysitting for over eight years and I have recently decided to start caring for individuals with disabilities. I have a huge heart and I love to help out! I will be doing training through people inc to learn how to properly care for different disabilities....
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Katie C.


Buffalo, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! I began babysitting when I was 13, starting with helping out family members, then moving on to help family friends. I have now worked with special needs children for over 4 years, and absolutley love it! I have experience with kids with behavioral problems, kids with high medical needs, and kids that just need someone to...
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Jennifer B.


Akron, NY

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Compassionate Caregiver

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I have worked in specialty education (primarily autism) and with the disabled population for 20+ years. Most of my experience is with kids but worked with adults thru People, Inc for 4. 5 years. While with People, Inc, I received quite a bit of specialty medical training (i. e. g-tube, general med administration). I worked as a...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clarence Center, NY

Patricia S.

5.0

Patti has been wonderful to work with & we are truly grateful for her being part of our village! She was dependable, caring, and felt like an extension of our family during the time we worked with her. Our daughter took to her very well and enjoyed spending time learning and playing with Patti. We...

- Care member

Tammy N.

5.0

Tammy was a pleasant addition to our household while caring for my son when I returned to work. He was two months premature and I felt confident leaving him in her care. She kept detailed notes of his daily feeding and sleeping schedule and he thrived under her watch. She was flexible with our ever...

- Caroline K.

Katherine C.

3.0

Katherine seems to be a capable caregiver but is unfortunately unreliable. After hiring her for Saturday help, a medical issue came up and she quit. Understandable, things happen. Then I offered her just a 2-hr weekly personal assistant job and after one day she had car issues and called off saying...

- Care member

Taylor P.

5.0

Taylor is the best! My kids absolutely loved her. Would definitely hire again if given the chance!

- Kelsie A.

Michele T.

5.0

Truly outstanding women, was fantastic with my three year old daughter. Punctual, creative, fun, respectful. Highly recommend!!

- Maxwell W.

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