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Taylor G.

New Bedford, MA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Taylor & I am 25 years old. I graduated from Bridgewater State University in 2022 with my Bachelors degree in social work. I am pursing my masters degree in social work. I currently work in Foster Care as a social worker and I am a manager for my company. I have a golden retriever, so I am very comfortable with...
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North Dartmouth, MA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello. I've been working with special needs children/adults for 3 years now. I love my job and love that I able to make a difference in someone else's life. I am able to assist with everything including toileting, behaviors, stimming, aggression, dress up, play time, social interactions, and more.
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Great With Children

Lakeville, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I was a teacher's aide for a school in Freetown, MA. I babysit quite frequently for my grandchildren. I love kids and what each one brings to this life. I have been a personal assistant, cleaned and organized homes, been a caregiver to special needs and the elderly. I can help whatever the need. I have excellent references.

Shirlene G. says "I hired Charlene for some work in NC. I talked with her references and talked with Charlene, myself. Since she ended up not moving, she did not work...

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Loving And Caring Caregiver

Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
hospice services
mobility assistance
personal care
+ 1 more
PCA certified, trained in all aspects of home health care, with extensive first aide training, With over 20 years experience, I specialize in, but not limited to, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, special needs and all aspects of autism, as well as hospice care. I also can provide...

Kristen M. says "Paulette has been caring for my father-in-law for about two months and I cannot say enough about how caring and kind she has been. Paulette is very...

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Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked a few programs for special needs. Also babysat a few children with special needs. I love working with children and I am kind compassionate and love the work that I do.

Sally L. says "Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was excellent and...

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Babysitter Pet Care

Fall River, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a stay at home mom with 30 years of childcare experience. I have 3 daughters. I currently home school my youngest who is in high school. I am the leader of her Club and co-leader of her Club. We teach children pet care, health/safety, showmanship, and canine obedience. I was also a licensed family child care provider for 15...
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Westport, MA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi! I am an experienced caregiver who has worked with children of all ages, multiples, as well as caring for children with special needs (adhd, autism, CP, mood disorders, feeding tube, etc) I believe that kids need a positive, fun, and also educational environment to thrive. * Due to severe allergies, I can only accept a...

Eryn B. says "When we interviewed Kendra last year we loved her instantly and knew she'd mesh well with us and our kids. She did tell us when we interviewed her that she...

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Experienced , Trusted, Compassionate Caregiver

Falmouth, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
I have been a PCA and HHA for about eight years now. I have worked with individuals dealing with Alzheimer's symptoms, and dementia, ALS and special needs. I specialize in personal care assistance, in addition to housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and companionship care. Here is a short bio about me. I was born...

Care Member says "Queen cared for my elderly parents (90 year old with dementia, impaired mobility, fall risk; 99 year old with fall risk). Queen is extremely patient,...

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Part-time Caregiver

Mashpee, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
I have experience caring for children and adults who have Autism as well as cerebral palsy. I have volunteered at the ARC in South Norfolk to help take care of children and adults with autism and helping them with simple activities. I have also spent a month in Jamaica helping take care of children and adults with cerebral...
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Pocasset, MA

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
hospice services
personal care
respite care
I've been a health care aide and patient care coordinator for the elderly and special needs clients for 10-plus years. My services include companionship, healthy meal prep, medication supervision, personal care, food shopping and errands, light housekeeping, medical appointments, assistance with physical therapy and...

IRVING S. says "I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden and a fall...

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Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hi I'm Kaylee I have been working with children since I was a teenager! I love children. I worked in a few boarding schools for special needs children. I have worked in a preschool with pre k preschool and toddlers. I finished college and have my associates degree. I want to keep working with children and help where I can.

David R. says "We had a great experience with Kaylee. Thank you again!"

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Special Needs Provider

Wareham, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am trustworthy and reliable. I have worked with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities for over 18 years. I also work with the elderly and animals. I have done everything from assisting with ADLs to case management. I have taken care of horses chickens dogs cats birds I have given medications.

Melissa H. says "I have used Heather since September 2012 to watch my 6 year old son with special needs. Heather has been wonderful with him. I trust her to make the...

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Childcare, Eldercare, Special Needs

Westport, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have raised three exceptionally bright, creative, generous and kind children who are happy, thriving and living around the world: Greece, Netherland, NYC. I have an innate desire to nurture and care for other young people. I guess some of us never lose that sense of joy and pure delight at seeing children grow and blossom,...

Sarah W. says "Barbara has taken care of my son every other Friday for about nine months. My work schedule changed and I no longer need the extra help, but any family...

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Babysitter

Fall River, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Emily and I am 30 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified with the AHA and also have a CNA course under my belt. I am very experienced working with children. I have completed two classes on child development and child care, and worked in the Barnstable Early Learning center for two years. I have experience being...

Kelly G. says "Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the time. Our little...

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Professional Child Whisperer

Fall River, MA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am 25 yrs old with extensive childcare experience from children 2 months to 12 years and recently graduated from college. I have had professional training in the preschool setting for infants - 5 years as well as other specialized trainings from childcare jobs throughout the years. Additionally, I have experience working with...

Jessica M. says "Rebecca is super dependable & reliable. I trust her with my children."

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Caregiver Who Is Gentle, Reliable, And Responsible

Mashpee, MA

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with in both home and hospital settings. I have three years experience as a Rehabilitation Aide at a rehabilitation center dealing with accidents, stroke, brain injured adults and assisting in the process of recovery and independence.
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Carver, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I have grown up with a large family (including 12 nieces and nephews), I'm also a very dedicated dog-mom!!! I've worked with after school organization, YPAC, at the Carver Middle School for ages 10-14. I have also interned in 3 classroom environments at the same school. I have also interned in a program with special needs...
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Part-Time Experienced Caregiver/Nanny Available

East Falmouth, MA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a mom and new grandmother looking for part time or temporary hours. I am experienced at engaging children babies to teenagers. I also have experience with in-home childcare and creating summer activity plans including children with special needs. I also have over 25 years experience volunteering with youth K-teens. I also...
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Child Care

Mashpee, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been doing child and senior care for over 20 years. All aspects of child care including all aspects of special needs. Please contact me with any questions. Excellent references furnished upon request.
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Associates Degree In Early Childhood Ed.

Wareham, MA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I worked at a school and I have experience taking care of toddlers and special needs. I also babysat when I was quite young. I have spent my extra time as a caregiver for the elderly too. I have an associates degree in early childhood ed. I am very dependable and responsible, kids seem to like me right off. If you need me give...
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Charlene P.

I hired Charlene for some work in NC. I talked with her references and talked with Charlene, myself. Since she ended up not moving, she...

- Shirlene G.

Paulette S.

Paulette has been caring for my father-in-law for about two months and I cannot say enough about how caring and kind she has been. Paulette...

- Kristen M.

Kaylee R.

Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was...

- Sally L.

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