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Joy M.

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Forestdale, MA

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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as vivacious, warm, and kindhearted. I like working with kids because it fills my cup. I have had a passion for childcare for over 25 years and spending time in the company of tiny humans while investing in their development is deeply fulfilling. I'm looking for a job that will allow me to...
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Professional Caregiver With Teaching Certification

Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there- My name is Tricia & I'm a retired teacher. I taught Preschool in Mashpee & Stoneham for years. I have many years of experience with special needs children & medically involved children. I'm a lifelong childcare provider and nanny while also raising our own 3, now grown children. I'm Director 1 certified in state of MA...

Care Member says "We met Tricia during the pandemic and are so grateful for the special care and flexibility she offered us. Tricia is a wonderful caregiver, teacher and...

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Home Health Care Provider

Pocasset, MA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
home modification
respite care
hospice services
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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Part-Time/Full-Time Special Needs Care Giver

Onset, MA

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
Currently pursuing a degree in Special Education: Severe Disabilities, and a second degree in Spanish with a concentration in secondary education. I am currently first-aid certified, CPR certified, and mental-health certified. I have extensive experience caring for children ages 3-17 in both calm and highly stimulative...
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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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Nanny With Over 13 Years Experience, Early Childhood Development Classes And Art Teacher.

Centerville, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, my name is Erin and I am from the East coast originally, but spent 12 years on the West Coast. My passion is helping others and always has been. I was a professional nanny on and off for over 15yrs and adore children- they keep us young! For 5years I have been working as a specialized paraprofessional in an Elementary...

Melonee D. says "Erin was fantastic. Great communication, super friendly and kept our dogs happy while we toured the nearby sites during our vacation. "

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Mashpee, MA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a mother of 3 grown children. The youngest headed to college soon. One of our children had a learning disability from a very early age but doing very well and studying engineering. I've tutored students, grades k-6 and often worked on parents behalf as an Educational Advocate at IEP meetings. I'm Director 1 certified by...
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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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Outgoing, Experienced Babysitter!

Sandwich, MA

4.3(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Experienced babysitter with flexible schedule, available days, nights and/or overnight. Frequent sitter with 10+ years of experience. Educator, snowboard coach, sailing coach, summer camp counselor and experience working with special needs. Love active and outgoing kids! I have worked with kids with just about all of my prior...

Connor L. says "She was amazing with our kids, highly recommend!"

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Experienced Young Military Mom Who Loves Kids/animals And Very Experienced

Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hey there, my name is Carly. I am CPR certified as well as CPI certified, as I work with mentally challenged and disabled adults. I have been in this field since I was 19 and love it! My biggest strengths are: patience, being on time and communication. I am a former military wife and mother of an 14-year-old, who is my biggest...

A C. says "Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her."

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Mashpee, MA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Full-Time/Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

East Falmouth, MA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old and I am now 39 years old. I have cared for newborns all the way to teenagers, as well as special needs children and twins. I love kids and as a child that grew up with babysitters, I love to make our time together as fun as possible, while still providing structure and...

Care Member says "Morgan provided exceptional child care for our children. She supported their development with an understanding of what they needed for both long term...

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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
Mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
personal care
respite 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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Caring, Nurturing And Very Responsible.

Mashpee, MA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
PCA certified. Trained is all aspects of home care with extensive first aid concentration, With over 20 years experience I specialize in, but not limited to, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS and MD, as well as Hospice care. I can provide medication management, personal care and light housekeeping. Child care for all ages...
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Can Work, Bond And Have Fun With Anyone!

East Sandwich, MA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I am a 20-year-old college student at UNH, currently taking the semester to work! I love working and hanging out with kids of all ages. I enjoy playing, doing activities, or just hanging out. I would do housekeeping, food prep, driving places, and pet care. I bond easily with kids and look forward to meeting them!
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Atria 1 Year & Vna 2 Years

East Falmouth, MA

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$35/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
companionship
dementia
transportation
mobility assistance
Enjoy spending time with seniors, very caring and compassionate, energetic, and good-natured. specialize working with clients experiencing dementia and Alzheimer's also has worked with special needs. Several years experience and references on request.
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East Sandwich, MA

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$16/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have 6 years of experience with babysitting. I can help with bringing kids to and from activities and doing light housekeeping. I love doing arts and crafts and spending time outside with kids! I can cater my time spent with your kids to their interests and activities they enjoy. I also love pets, especially dogs and cats and...
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East Sandwich, MA

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$15/hr
Hello! I am a CNA student who has competed the class portion of the program and completed most of the clinical portion. However, Covid19 delayed certification until September. I love working with all kids no matter their ability. I am patient, caring, and reliable. Please reach out if you would like to get to know more about me...
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Loving, Patient, Experienced Special Needs Specialist

Mashpee, MA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have been with an organization for over 2 years. I am very knowledgeable with autistic and disabled kids/teens/adults. I am a developmental specialist at a day program.
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Centerville, MA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Maria and I'm from Barnstable, Massachusetts. I volunteered at special needs residency for one year, which included caring for elderly guests. I'm presently working as a Montessori assistant teacher, but am looking for a new role working with the elderly. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to...
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Special Needs Caregivers in Forestdale, MA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Patricia N.

We met Tricia during the pandemic and are so grateful for the special care and flexibility she offered us. Tricia is a wonderful caregiver,...

- Care member

Julie G.

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...

- IRVING S.

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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