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Danielle C.

Experienced PCA

Columbia, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working as a PCA with my brain-injured uncle. My uncle requires a lot of support to get through his day, and I helped with that. One of his daily struggles is his memory impairment. He needs help to regulate his daily food intake and to coordinate activities. I also supported with personal care, such as;...
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Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

Storrs Mansfield, CT

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...
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Creative Mom of Two

Andover, CT

5.0(1)
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$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a mother of two wonderful girls. I was a nanny for a number of different families before and after I had my children. I also have many years of experience as a household manager/assistant. I work as a professional organizer and house cleaner as well. I love cleaning and organizing and I have always loved children. I have...

Care Member says "Kari is amazing. She has been watching our infant for the past 4 months. She's intuitive, you can tell she has years of experience with kids. She's...

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Caregiver

Windham, CT

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.
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CNA, Special Needs Teacher, Regular Teacher

Willimantic, CT

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
companionship
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Bathing, help with dressing, help with toileting, meal preparation, feeding, emptying catheter, bed making etc
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North Franklin, CT

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
Hi! My name is Katherine! I have been caring for kids since I was 14. I have also worked in daycares and at a school for kids with special needs before moving out here! I love the outdoors, crafts, and pets!
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Bolton, CT

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$15/hr
I have been a nanny for the pass 10 years so I am Great with kids all age and I'm very clean and organize and know how to keep a routine
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Colchester, CT

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Laryssa I am a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with a strong focus on providing quality patient care, skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a supportive environment for patients, consistently demonstrating excellent communication and...
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High School Student

Bolton, CT

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$45/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Julia and I am a pediatric occupational therapist! Looking to help out local families.
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Colchester, CT

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have over 15 years of childcare experience, from newborns to teenagers. I was an educational assistant at a school that specializes in autism spectrum disorder as well as extreme behavioral problems for 5 years. The children/teens I worked with were low functioning and many were non-verbal and required assistance with every...
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Experienced Babysitter Available Every Day.

Bolton, CT

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
The first experience I had with care giving for children was being a helping hand for a mother of three. Once I became babysitting certified along with being CPR certified I expanded how much I worked with kids. After taking small babysitting jobs for a while I spent three summers (over 35 weeks) working at a daycare caring for...
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Coventry, CT

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$17/hr
My name is Jenna. I am 18 years old and a freshman in the Pforzheimer honors college at Pace University in Manhattan. I am double majoring in Spanish and women's studies, with a minor in music. I hope to work for Unicef and travel to Spanish-speaking countries and work with children with special needs. I am originally from...
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Registered Behavior Technician

Coventry, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in special education for 15 years. I am trained in many reading and math programs to help tutor students with disabilities. I have a lot of patience and compassion for children to succeed.
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Highly Experienced Care Provider

Colchester, CT

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am an experienced care provider with over 25 years of experience caring for both young children and adults with special needs. I currently work part time with individuals with special needs through the state of CT and I am looking for additional care jobs. I provide responsive and nurturing care of young children while...
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I Understand How Important Your Kids Are

Andover, CT

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a full time dental hygienist who specializes in children with special needs at my job. I spent many years as a single foster parent to teenagers and have made my family through this wonderful, and at times challenging, experience. But my daughter is older now and off to college. I miss having her around. I enjoy children....
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Registered Behavior Technician

Hebron, CT

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is cattie, I currently work as a registered behavior technician for various school districts in Connecticut. I am currently looking for some work over the summer break. I have worked with children from grade pre-k to 12. Special needs caregiver
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Babysitter/Nanny

Willimantic, CT

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$17/hr
9 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
Summer is right around the corner! I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...
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Willimantic, CT

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$17/hr
Summer is right around the corner! I am a responsible and experienced nanny/babysitter looking for a family to work with over the summer. I have 9 years of experience sitting for children ages newborn to young teens, as well as experience working at a summer camp for ages 3-15. I have extensive experience working with children...
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Caring CNA

Bolton, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Soloman and I have been a CNA for years caring for people with special needs and the elderly and I love it. I am trained and proficient in many areas of care including meal preparation, bathing, toileting etc. I also have alot of experience with patients with cognitive difficulties. I am also a trained chef and...
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Marlborough, CT

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Over the past 12 years I have had a vast amount of experience with children of all ages and abilities. I have been a lifeguard, volunteer, intern for special needs students, babysitter, and a nanny. I also have extensive infant and multiples experience. I am also CPR/First-Aid and Med Certified. I am Epi-Pen certified and am...
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