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Special needs caregivers in Claverack, NY

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Tanika W.


Claverack, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

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Hi, I have over 20 years experience as a trained Social Worker. During this time, I have worked with different populations. In my most recent adventure, as I like to call it, I work with individuals with various intellectual disabilities - majorly Autism. I am patient, caring, flexible and adaptable. I love doing arts and...
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Arianna J.


Ghent, NY

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I'm a mom of a 5-year-old and I am CPR/AED certified. I have experience with children with special needs as well. I'm crafty, willing to help with homework, play sports or fun games, you name it. I'm the fun babysitter and would love to help you.
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Amanda B.


Hudson, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

12 Years Special Needs Caregiver Experience

5.0

(1)

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I worked as a direct support professional for almost 12 years, and I stayed in the field so long because of how rewarding it can be. While employed at a former agency, I received an employee award for fulfilling the lifelong dream of one of my individuals. At the last agency I was employed at, I received employee of the month...
5.0
"Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age...

Reviewed by Ilze E.

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Vanessa M.


Hudson, NY

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi, I am 46 years old, 14 years experience with kids all ages and with special needs, I' m reliable, really professional and educated, I love pets, enjoy the outdoors, reading, art and crafts, music, theater, play games and cooking. I was in charge of schedule play dates, organize and do light house cleaning, bilingual...
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Ashley C.


Hudson, NY

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

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Greenbush area or Hudson Searching for top-notch babysitting services that guarantee a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your precious children with adorable prices? My babysitting is from Monday through Sunday, offering reliable and trustworthy childcare services. As a dedicated and experienced babysitter, I prioritize...
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Arianna J.


Ghent, NY

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I worked with Aim Services Inc for 3 years with their self direction program. I helped people with mobility issues, wanting to learn social skills and independence, and so much more. I love working with kids as I am a mom myself but I also have experience working with young adults and seniors. Most of my experience is with...
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Alyssa C.


Elizaville, NY

$19-24/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Alyssa. I used to work with a little girl who had a very rare disease that she was 5 years old but she had learning abilities as a 2-year-old and wasn't responsive. I do sometimes have my own son with me as well who is 15 months old.
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Jean H.


Hillsdale, NY

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

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I have many years of experience and have great intuition, patience and mindfulness in supporting anyone with special needs.
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Stephanie W.


Hudson, NY

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

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I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an exceptional work record and have a lot of experience in all aspects of the nursing field, including pediatrics, geriatrics, vents, assisted feeding machine and so much more. I am CPR and AED certified, therefore I can and will handle emergencies if they occur.
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Alanna N.


Ghent, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked as an early childhood educator and early intervention provider for over 10 years. I am certified to teach in New York State, and have a very safe car. I really enjoy kids, the way they think and move through the world, and I've accumulated a fair amount of knowledge about them over the years. Families with whom I...
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Thresa C.


Hudson, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Thresa . I have experience with children with special needs , behaviors , mental health , autism ticks & others . I am also a CNA my specialty is dementia & hospice worked at many nursing homes & agency . I am also in the child care field I've had 2x a home exempt day care in my own home . I work also thru a nanny...
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Karin T.


Valatie, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

RN Available Full-time With Extensive Experience With Geriatric/special Needs Populations

5.0

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RN with 25 years of direct care experience now working in home care. I've worked with dementia/Alzheimer's patients as well as the MR/DD population. I'm happy to do hygiene care, PT, household chores, food shopping, and med appointments, as well.
5.0
"In full disclosure, I have known Karin for many years. She provided respite for me in taking care of developmentally disabled adults who lived in my home. She was an excellent worker then and with her...

Reviewed by Mary B.

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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

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Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder. I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
5.0
"I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is...

Reviewed by Carolyn G.

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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

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Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23. I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
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Willow G.


Saugerties, NY

$49/hr

Gracefully Moving Through Tough Transitions

5.0

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Certified in Neuro-linguistic and Neuro-Semantics Coach, Release Emotional Trauma, Educate on how to meditate, manage pain with breath, move through the discomfort, retrain the brain introducing new patterns, new ways of thinking, behaving, BEing.
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Barbara M.


Great Barrington, MA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter (Certificate in ABA)

5.0

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Worked for QSAC (Quality Services for the Autism Community) as a Teacher's Aide. I am certified in ABA (applied behavior analysis). I had worked there for 4 years. Dependable and dedicated Childcare Provider with 15 years of experience in schools and babysitting. Flexible and adaptable with some knowledge of child development....
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Dawn F.


Valatie, NY

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

LPN

5.0

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I am a LPN with experience with elderly, dementia, Alzheimer's, special needs, developmentally disabled, and pediatric care. I love being a nurse and working one on one with people. I have home care experience and I am fully vaccinated.
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Brenda G.


Saugerties, NY

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Have provided care for children in various capacities including nanny cumulatively for 10 years in addition to roles as companion to teens with special needs and house manager to a special needs family.
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Brenda G.


Saugerties, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Warm And Charismatic Caregiver Looking To Help!

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I don't have specific Senior Care experience, but have provided care for children in various capacities including nanny for 10 years in addition to roles as companion to teens with special needs and house manager to a special needs family.
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Shana H.


Red Hook, NY

$20-25/hr

Aide For Child( Or Children) W/ Special Needs

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I have worked with children with special needs in the past in an educational setting as an intern as assistant teacher and I find helping those who have difficulties very rewarding due to my own learning as a child being alternative in nature I find I can be very helpful to those who struggle with alternative learning styles. I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Claverack, NY

Amanda B.

5.0

Amanda is a gem - sensible, professional, consistent and has a very optimistic attitude that inspires confidence. She follows through, makes good suggestions. I could not be more pleased - I have a teen age daughter with special needs who requires prompts and skill-building on a number of daily...

- Ilze E.

Karin T.

5.0

I hired Karin to assist with caring for my parents. One has Alzheimer's and the other Parkinson's Disease. She worked with us for a couple years until their conditions required 24hour care. She was absolutely fantastic with both! Always punctual, extremely organized, gentle yet firm when the...

- Carolyn S.

Cindy H.

5.0

I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with requests from a therapist such as...

- Carolyn G.

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