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Lindsay S.


East Providence, RI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Child Care. Beginner ASL

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Certified in CPR and first aid for Adults, children, cats and dogs. Certified Vet Assistant. 2 years work experience as a Vet Tech. 2 years as a Biology major including some medical and psychology classes. Can provide basic medical needs as instructed. Experience with family seniors and children. I worked at a family owned day...
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Shanik P.


East Providence, RI

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Education Person Ready To Care For Your Loved One!

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My preferred name is Nikki. I'm non-binary and my pronouns are they/them. I have a Masters degree in Special Education. I have experience working with all children from ages birth until 15 years old. My background is on children diagnosed on the spectrum and/or other developmental disabilities. I enjoy interacting and working in...
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Hannah L.


East Providence, RI

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Caring And Friendly

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Hello! I currently work as an HBTS worker, I also have experience with PASS and Respite. I am patient and caring and would love to help you out!
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Silvia M.


East Providence, RI

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been worked as a CNA for 20 years. I do have experience with meals preparation, clean, laundry medication management and personal hygiene. Also I provide save and comfortable environment for the adult transport and companion. I am honest and I treat someone belongs with respect and dignity.
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Amy M.


East Providence, RI

$17-22/hr

Home Care Medical And Behavioral Nurse

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Hi, I have 17 years of nursing experience in group home and home health experience, before I was a nurse I was an assistant teacher for children with special needs for 8 years .
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Lauren B.


East Providence, RI

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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I am a recent grad from Quinnipiac University in Connecticut. I have experience providing care to children and adults with down syndrome, autism and Federicks Ataxia. I was a personal care assistant in Hamden, CT for a 25-year-old female who had Federicks Ataxia for the duration of my junior year of college before beginning an...
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Aliyah K.


East Providence, RI

$20-21/hr7 yrs exp

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Hi! My names Aliyah! I have over 7 years of experience working with children! I am a paraprofessional for Providence Public Schools and have experience with all ages. I also have a lot of experience working with special needs children. Working with children has been my passion for years! I love creating connections with the...
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Kassidy C.


East Providence, RI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

American Red Cross Sitter

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I am currently a pediatric dental assistant working per diem but looking for a family who's in need of a sitter. I have 4 children of my own (ages 10, 6, 4 & 22 months) who attend camp/daycare during the day but if any families wanted a buddy for their little one I'd be more than happy to bring along one of my littles. I have...
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Jazmyn B.


East Providence, RI

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

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I have 7 years of experience and a nanny field, along with working in daycare's school settings and early childhood centers. Have worked with all ages from newborn to teens with special needs.
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Priscilla D.


Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Educated And Experienced

4.8

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My name is Priscilla. I have been in child care field for 12 years. I love all sorts of children with different ages! Because of this experience and my educational background I charge a minimum of $25h. I am looking for summer time jobs, evenings, or weekends. If given enough notice I can work from 4:15-10p on week days....
5.0
"Priscilla is the one you want to hire. She checks all the boxes. Dependable, punctual, and a great communicator. It comforts me to know my three month old is in good hands. I will be hiring her again and...

Reviewed by Taylor R.

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Liz S.


Warwick, RI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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5.0

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I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...
5.0
" We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything...

Reviewed by Care member

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Cassandra R.


Warwick, RI

$28/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! I'm Cassandra! A little about me with my 3 dogs and rabbit. I enjoy writing spending time with family and friends, live music and living life as if Todays my last day. I've been in Homecare officially for three years but grew up taking care of my grandmother who had MS, we recently lost her in may 2022. I have a good Sense...
5.0
"Cassandra is fantastic and the only reason she's not with us right now is because mom is back in the hospital. We are hoping she's available once mom returns home. One of the best we've had."

Reviewed by Tammy D.

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Julia T.


Pawtucket, RI

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist

5.0

(1)

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My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...
5.0
"Julia was hired by the family of my best friend for hospice care. It was an extremely difficult and exhausting assignment, physically, mentally and emotionally. Julia was nothing short of an angel. Her care...

Reviewed by Susan L.

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Kylie H.


Attleboro, MA

$62/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Babysitter/Nanny!

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I'm a former elementary educator. I taught first and fourth grade for 10 years before deciding a year ago to take some time away from the classroom. My experience with children extends from basic in-home child care, through tutoring, and teaching. All of my years in education were spent in general education inclusion...
5.0
"Kylie has been so amazing with my infant/now toddler son! She was caring for him 3/4 days a week from 3-9 months. I work from home most days and she was did a great job keeping him away, occupied, and happy...

Reviewed by Margo T.

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Sydney H.


Pawtucket, RI

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Behavior Therapist And Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Sydney and I am 28 years old. I have been working with children with disabilities for about 10 years. I have worked in a public school system as a Behavior Therapist and teacher aide, I have done in-home ABA therapy, and I have worked at the May Institute for 6 years. I have worked with children of all ages...
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Shantell G.


Warwick, RI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiving Professional With A

5.0

(2)

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I am 29 years old, I have had a few care jobs in my lifetime. I love to out help others, especially those whom are elderly or individuals with special needs. Currently I am direct support professional, something I find very rewarding! In the past, I've worked with a 76-year-old man who had a spinal injury, extremely limited...
5.0
"Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate "

Reviewed by Care member

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Astrid C.


Central Falls, RI

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Nanny/ Babysitter /Date Night

4.0

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A well-mannered, articulate, and responsible nanny, with great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. A confident child career who is emotionally mature and possess high energy levels and an ability to develop close relationships with both children and families. Possessing excellent communication...
5.0
"Astrid was great ! Super caring and friendly, she is amazing with my kids and my dogs I have been using her for years ! She is very dependable and loving ! The best of the best"

Reviewed by Jacqueline C.

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Brook B.


Rehoboth, MA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For A Trustworthy Person To Care For Your Loved One ? I Will As If They Are My Own Family !!

5.0

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I worked for VNA hospice for 3 years after getting certified as a CNA . As well as for a private Dr podiatrist which we treated mainly seniors . I Went to college for the OTA program and my internships included a residential rehabilitation center , a day program for seniors , and a facility for children with special needs . I am...
5.0
"We recently hired Brook to provide morning help for my grandmother who is in her 90's. She has done a wonderful job so far and are so grateful to have found her. My grandmother looks forward to her visits and...

Reviewed by Amanda P.

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Karina V.


Attleboro, MA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hi there, my name is Karina! I love kids and I am currently pursuing a career in special needs elementary education at Bridgewater State University. I am certified to work with infants through school age children. I am also CPR, First Aid, SafetyCare and Pediatric Yoga certified. I enjoy sharing the things I love with kids like:...
5.0
"Karina is ABSOLUTELY amazing with my almost 4 year old daughter. She has a way with kids and even if my daughter is in a stubborn mood she always has a way to diffuse the situation without a fit! My daughter...

Reviewed by Emily L.

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Brittany M.


Pawtucket, RI

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Part Or Full Time Caregiver Availible

4.8

(4)

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Hi! I am the oldest of 5 girls who I have watched more times than I can count growing up. I recently graduated from Rhode Island College with a degree in Speech Language Pathology. While in college and since graduating, I have had several babysitting/nannying jobs with both mainstream and special needs children. Additionally,...
4.0
"Brittany is extremely dependable and punctual. We enjoyed having her. She was on the young side so there are some things she needed to learn but she did a good job. "

Reviewed by April W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Providence, RI

Priscilla D.

5.0

Priscilla was great with our one year old son, and even offered to stay later than we intended when our event ran late. She was great with him, and we will definitely be using her again!!

- Care member

Liz S.

5.0

We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our own. Liz’s professionalism and kindness was beyond anything we could have expected. Her in-depth knowledge of exactly what my Mom was dealing with was...

- Care member

Cassandra R.

5.0

She was absolutely amazing with my mother!!!

- Brianna H.

Julia T.

5.0

Julia was hired by the family of my best friend for hospice care. It was an extremely difficult and exhausting assignment, physically, mentally and emotionally. Julia was nothing short of an angel. Her care and compassion for L was incredible - more than anyone could have hoped for. Her...

- Susan L.

Kylie H.

5.0

Kylie has been so amazing with my infant/now toddler son! She was caring for him 3/4 days a week from 3-9 months. I work from home most days and she was did a great job keeping him away, occupied, and happy when necessary and popping by to visit or ask questions when I was free. She was ready to...

- Margo T.

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