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Brenda M.


Edgecomb, ME

$18-35/hr1 yrs exp

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Taking care of special needs clients helping with all ADLs, meds, meal prep, light house keeping. Have dealt with celebrpalsy, dementia, Alzheimer
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Sara B.


Damariscotta, ME

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Caregiver / Companion / Housekeeper

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I have 33 years of experience with the senior and special needs population. That experience covers respite care, home care, grief support, companionship, and transportation. I am able and willing to assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to doctor appointments, hair appointments, grocery shopping,...
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Sara B.


Damariscotta, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Duty Caregiver / Companion / Housekeeper

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I have 32 years of experience with the senior and special needs population. That experience covers respite care, home care, grief support, companionship, and transportation. I am able and willing to assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation to doctor appointments, hair appointments, grocery shopping,...
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Sharon M.


Damariscotta, ME

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I have worked with clients experiencing all types of disabilities, from dementia/Parkinson's/brain injuries/ALS to name a few. I have also worked with those with different degrees of paralyzed injuries. I have enjoyed most every private case or resident when working in facilities I have encountered. I love people, am passionate...
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Meridith G.


Bristol, ME

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider With Years Of Experience In Behavioral Support And Meeting Kids Where They Are.

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Hi, my name is Meridith and I have been working in the Early Childhood Education field for over 15 years. I have taught, cared for and worked with children ages 6 weeks through 18 years old. My specialty is children with special needs. Most recently, I was a Childcare Director running a program with 100 children and families and...
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Penelope H.


Jefferson, ME

$35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I've been doing in home health care for 20 years. I'm out going and patient. I have experience with hoyer lifts dementia, Parkinson's disease and special needs. I can help with meal preparation, cooking and light housework. I can also feed and bath your loved one. I can do medication prompting. I'm a non smoker and love pets. I...
5.0
"I wish that we had found Penney sooner! She came in at the end of our loved ones life and was a godsend. Penney handled the end of life care with such compassion and new what to do to keep her comfortable."

Reviewed by Nancy C.

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Olivia W.


Waldoboro, ME

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

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I am reliable, kind, and creative and have over 15 years of experience caring for children, from infants to young teenagers. I also have experience with caring for children and adults with special needs. I love reading to children, singing songs and helping build vocabulary, working on gross and fine motor skills, and spending...
5.0
"Olivia is the kindest, most empathetic caregiver. She worked with us through a major separation anxiety issue with our baby, providing calm, gentle care even when he was the opposite. She anticipates needs,...

Reviewed by Jennifer W.

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Brooke M.


Gardiner, ME

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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I have been babysitting since the age of 11 but I come from a large family and have been helping take care of kids since I was six. I am in college and going for a certificate in early childhood. I love kids and am great with all ages, boys and girls! (Though I have more experience with younger children) I have a license and my...
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Gabrielle B.


Brunswick, ME

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

4.5

(2)

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I have worked as a Behavioral Health Professional for children with special needs for over 3 year. I've been a nanny for 4 years. I work in the special education department at a school and have for nearly 3 years.
5.0
"Gabrielle is an amazing nanny and person. She is very dedicated to the children and families she works for. She is very kindhearted and absolutely loves children."

Reviewed by Audrey H.

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Nichelle M.


Topsham, ME

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Ray Of Sunshine

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I have experience babysitting children of all ages and all different personalities. I am willing to help run errands and pick up around the house. I have worked with special needs children in school and am fairly comfortable with it. I love to watch children's personalities blossom and understand that it takes some children time...
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Anna R.


Randolph, ME

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time/ Full Time Care Giver Available

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I have a mixture of experience during my years in child care and education. I would be happy to help a family with special needs, and learn how they would like their loved one looked after. I believe every individual is different. I also have some experience with the elderly and Alzheimer's. Please message me for more...
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Christina J.


Topsham, ME

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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As a counselor and educator, I have encountered a lot of behavioral and physical needs in children. I have experience with autism, ADD, ADHD, learning disabilities, and grief management. I also work at behavioral boot camps and at a juvenile detention center, so I am familiar with acting out.
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Kelly B.


Bath, ME

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver With An RN Background

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I was a nurse (RN) before I had children. I stopped nursing to raise a family, which I have, and am now ready to re-enter the workforce. I have let my RN license expire unfortunately. So, although I have not worked for specific clients, I have worked with many, many patients with various special needs. I went into nursing...
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Shelby I.


Bath, ME

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Variety Is The Spice!

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Hi there! I am looking to broaden my horizons, meet new people, experience new adventures and create some changes of scenery. I am a caregiver at heart. I have over 20 years of experience providing supports to folks with varying degrees of disabilities and of all ages, shapes and sizes! I come with a carefree attitude and a...
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Summer W.


Phippsburg, ME

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

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Hi There, My name is Summer. I am a mature woman, married, with 2 adult children ages 20 and 23. I am a part time nanny. I love the flexibility and diversity of both positions! Some clients employ me to do both! In my personal life I have experience with autism, add and adhd. I must note; I have no formal training in this area....
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Madison B.


Gardiner, ME

$15-18/hr1 yrs exp

Child And Pet Care!

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Hey all! I am currently a residential youth and family specialist at Spurwink looking for a childcare position beginning at the end of June. I am an online college student in my third year working to become a clinician. I have experience with children of all ages, all special needs, and flexible with pay. I have a year of...
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Victoria M.


Bremen, ME

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available For Childcare To Senior Care

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I am a semi retired nurse of 32 years. I am married and mother to 4 grown children. I have been a host mother to a girl from China for 3 years. I recently returned from a visit to see my daughter and her children in Seattle. Her husband is deployed and she works full time nights. I spent most of the time with my...
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Gabrielle B.


Brunswick, ME

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello. I am an ed tec in my school's special education department. I have also worked as a BHP in the past. I don't have a lot of formal training but I'm happy to do what I can.
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Katelyn A.


Bath, ME

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I've worked alongside individuals with various special needs on and off throughout my time in high school and college. This is my passion, and I would love to keep going with this work.
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Kayla H.


Bath, ME

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I currently work with children on the autistic spectrum. It is a very challenging job, but it is also very rewarding.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Edgecomb, ME

Penelope H.

5.0

I wish that we had found Penney sooner! She came in at the end of our loved ones life and was a godsend. Penney handled the end of life care with such compassion and new what to do to keep her comfortable.

- Nancy C.

Olivia W.

5.0

Olivia is the kindest, most empathetic caregiver. She worked with us through a major separation anxiety issue with our baby, providing calm, gentle care even when he was the opposite. She anticipates needs, adapts to the children, and in general is the best caregiver I can imagine. We love having...

- Jennifer W.

Gabrielle B.

4.0

Gabrielle has been with my family through the pandemic and through many of our life changes. She is always there to support my children's needs in so many ways. We all love having her with us! Her smile and singing bring joy into our home and her love of the outdoors takes us on many wonderful...

- Sherry S.

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