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Linda T.


Deep River, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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Hi my name is Linda and I have been a caregiver to many clients with a variety of needs. My last position was live in for elderly lady in Boston for three years. I am now residing back in deep river Connecticut. I have taken care of clients with autism, ADHD, brain injury, amputation just to mention a few. I am looking for long...
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Debra S.


Deep River, CT

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Human Service Provider

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I am a 54 YO married female who thrives being busy and engaged. I have managed a Group Home for Brian House Inc out of Chester Ct for 20 years concentrating on supporting individuals with behavioral and intellectual disorders. I operated my own in home childcare for 5 years when my children were younger. I have worked in the...
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Linda T.


Deep River, CT

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Long term Full time Caregiver. Will Travel If Needed.

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Hi My name is Linda I have 30 plus years experience with children ages 0 to 6 years old. I have No criminal history and I am a nonsmoker. I have my own reliable transportation. Aided with care for special needs children to include travel to and from appointments and assist in daily exercises and activities. Willing to work some...
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Aubrey C.


Deep River, CT

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping. Hello my name is Aubrey. I am a teacher with an associates, bachelors and masters degree in education. I've spent over seven years professionally working with children with emphasis on special education. As well as personally growing up with special needs family...
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Debra S.


Deep River, CT

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Mature Experienced Home Health/hosp Provide

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I have supported children, adults and seniors in many areas of need. I am experienced In yet not limited to medication dispensing, companionship, special needs, autism spectrum, hands on hygiene, bathing needs, wound care, behavior support, home health and hospice care for 25 years. I am certified in CPR and 1st aid. I find this...
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"Deb is a phenomenal caregiver. She’s smart, compassionate and professional. She cares deeply about the person she takes care of. She’s very dependable. Deb took care of my family member. Her care is top notch....

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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate Student In Early Childhood Special Education, Former Autism Play Therapist : Yoga For Kids Certified

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Hello, Katie Liljedahl here and I am a graduate student at UC Denver studying Early Childhood Special Education. I began my work with children with special needs upon graduating college with a BA in English and nannying for a family with three children. The youngest child had cerebellum ataxia and was non ambulatory. I...
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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Long Time Early Childhood Educator

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It takes a village to raise a child and while many of us resonate with this age old adage, our culture is simply not set up for the modern family to reap the benefits of community support flowing in from all directions. I thrive off creating nurturing bonds with children and engaging with them in authentic and creative ways....
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"I hired Katie for an urgent job to transport my special needs kiddo and to take care of our cats while I was away. She was just awesome! Handled my kiddo perfectly. Was entirely reliable and in communication....

Reviewed by Lecia P.

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Kathryn N.


Old Saybrook, CT

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

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Although I have not directly assisted a special needs person, doesn't mean I don't have tons of experience with it. Throughout middle school and high school I watched my dear friend live with multiple learning and physical difficulties. We met in my study skills class, because I too have learning disabilities; ADD and Dyslexia....
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Brenda S.


Ivoryton, CT

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Compassionate And Dependable Caregiver

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For over 20 years I have worked with individuals with various special needs and challenges so my experience is quite diverse. I am so passionate about what I do I am a guardian for a gentleman with developmental disabilities. During my profession I have worked with individuals with autism, behavioral issues, developmental...
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Kelsey W.


Killingworth, CT

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

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Currently I work with two nonverbal autistic adults. I also have experience working with individuals with a variety of psychological diagnoses.
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Anne C.


Old Lyme, CT

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Sitter And Homemaker Helper

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I am a mother of four with all college aged children and now have time to help with your children and families. Having raised two sets of twins, I'm very organized and able to multitask. Having been a stay at home mom, I am very patient and motivated to provide a healthy environment for all kids and families. Having cared for a...
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Cherie G.


Clinton, CT

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Very patient person who loves to take care of others! Graduated as a Medical Assistant, worked as a paraprofessional for years with special needs children, ran an at home daycare while raising my own children. Enjoyed taking care of many family members and friends with medical needs. Previous experience includes care of all...
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Lori P.


Madison, CT

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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9 years of middle school para-professional experience. Work with special needs, general education students and math classroom instruction. Have been babysitting since I was young and through college. Currently looking for a daytime position M-Th 8 a.m. -2 p.m. References upon request.
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Paula P.


Clinton, CT

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

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Hi my name is Paula, I have extensive experience in senior care with emphasis on hospice and dementia care.. I have always worked in the medical field for either Doctors, Hospitals, or Emergency Medical Treatment and Care,, I am certified in Emergency medical treatment and CPR.. I am fully vaccinated against Covid19 and...
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Megan B.


Higganum, CT

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Megan and I am from Higganum CT. I have worked with children for about 12 years and I have worked in many different settings, including at home nannying, camp counselor, early education teaching at a learning center, etc. I have worked very closely with children ages 0-16 as well as aiding special needs children...
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Courtney W.


Killingworth, CT

$14-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have loved working with kids since I was a kid. I have cousins who are 7 and 9 years younger than me and once they were born I wanted to be able to babysit for them. When I turned 12 was old enough to take the babysitting course our local rec department offered and after that I took every opportunity to babysit. I started by...

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I am a responsible, empathetic, and detail oriented person willing to help individuals and families with tasks to help better their lives. I have experience caring for children with special needs as well as seniors with health challenges.
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Sally Durso D.


Clinton, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Funny, Fashionable And Flexible

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I started working with children when I attended college and worked part time as a teacher's assistant. I also was a substitute teacher for the New Haven Board of Education. Later I became a kindergarten teacher in the Guilford school system. I also worked privately as a nanny for two professional families. Additionally, I...
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Brenda S.


Ivoryton, CT

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

One of a Kind Nanny

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My work experience is quite diverse. I worked with a family with 4 children from 5-12 yrs old, inner city children, teenage runaways and currently work with individuals with disabilities such as autism, developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, etc. The care provided to individuals and their families may include daily...
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Alexis J.


East Haddam, CT

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Alexis and I've been working in the special needs field for three years now. I have worked with people of varying needs, including those whom have down syndrome, cerebral palsy, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, autism, and many more! I have also worked with someone who is blind. Many of the...

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