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Gilder D.

Personal Care Assistant Available Full-time Can Travel, Household Cleaning, Can Administration Med

New Orleans, LA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I am 56years old. I have worked as a personal care giver, and assistance for the last 16+ yrs. I truly love what I do. I have worked for several well-known doctors in the New Orleans area caring for their loved ones also I have experience in Feeding Tube, Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Artisum Strokes, Paralyzed, Hip Replacement,...

Care Member says "A very no-nonsense, professional caregiver who likes to keep busy. She gives excellent care. If you're not satisfied with Gilder, then you won't like...

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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience with elderly and Alzheimer's paitents along with special needs care. I can help with Transportation Services and House cleaning. I assist in any daily needs from companionship to hospice aide. If at the end of the day I can make your loved one or yourself smile or laugh, then I've met my goal for...
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New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hi, my name is Divante, and I've been working with children for over five years, including kids with special needs and autism. I've cared for newborns for over three years and have deep knowledge of their needs. I'm an RBT-certified professional, qualified to support children on the autism spectrum with compassionate,...
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New Orleans, LA

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$25/hr
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been an art/mindfulness teacher for over an amazing five years with a couple of those years teaching senior and people with special needs. I love working with people and I feel like I really scored in learning just as much as I teach. People are my passion and I love to create fulfilling relationships. I also find things...
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New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Live-in home care
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
Experienced with In-Home care for seniors with Alzheimer's, dementia and special needs. Bathing, dressing, meds, outings, errands. Comfortable with transportation and bathroom care.
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Warm, Responsible, And Ready To Make Fun Memories!

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am an experienced childcare provider, with 8 years of experience. I am currently working on my doctorate in clinical psychology and have experience working with children who have a wide variety of special needs. I have experience with applied behavior analysis in addition to caring for many children at a time, as I taught...
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New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I love working with children and have 10 years of experience as a childcare provider. I enjoy creating a fun and nurturing environment where children can learn and grow. I'm friendly, approachable, and silly, yet smart. I keep parents informed about their child's day by providing written reports and communicating verbally at...
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Bilingual Babysitter With Lots Of Experience!

New Orleans, LA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm an experienced K-6 educator based in New Orleans with over 11 years in the classroom, working with students of all ages, needs, and backgrounds. I'm currently taking a break from teaching and looking for temporary childcare work during August and September. In addition to teaching, I've worked as a nanny and personal...
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Fun Sitter And Mother To A Little Boy

New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Crafts and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have a lot of patience and try to teach with understanding and empathy. CPR Certified Degree is Psychology and currently continuing coursework in early education. I am also currently working on courses for children with special needs...
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Disability, Accessibility, And Special Needs Care

New Orleans, LA

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$32/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I'm a compassionate and dependable caregiver with experience supporting individuals with special needs, including developmental, cognitive, and physical disabilities. My goal is to provide respectful, individualized care that promotes comfort, independence, and quality of life. I can assist with: Daily routines and...
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Metairie, LA

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$8/hr
7 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
dementia
errands
light cleaning
15 years ago I started going to hospitals and special need hospice and senior hospices , my interest and helping and thanking care of others I really enjoy helping with meal prep lighthouse cleaning companionship great listener and enjoy long chats I'm a very responsible honest and respectful person that enjoy working in what I...
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New Orleans, LA

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. Currently in law school at Tulane, looking to work as a sitter over the summer. I've worked as a full-time and part-time nanny, as a youth teaching artist, and as a behavioral interventionist for children with special needs. CPR and first aid certified! Lover of silly voices, dogs, and all things...
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Marianela C.'s Photo

Metairie, LA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a mom of 3 I started working with kids when I was young use to work at a school with toddlers love been around kids I'm fun patient respectful very energetic always trying to be creative in the way they can learn and play , I Having a kid with spectrum has open new ways for me to interact with kids new ways to teach them to...
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Metairie, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Tina and I am 31 years old and I am a mama that has always had a natural maternal instinct. I love children and I love mommy's because I believe they are the foundation of us all. I am the eldest of 6 children ranging from 9yrs- 24yrs, so at 7 years old I was changing diapers! I have taken care of infants, twins, many...
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Marrero, LA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! I've am very highly trained adults over 20 years or more. I am a ! CPR and first aid qualified an licensed an insured. I have experience working with clients that have Alzheimer's and Dementia also I have experience with physical therapy, also with Colostomy an Catheter Care and Tube Feeding : I can assist care...
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New Orleans, LA

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, calm, and respectful. I am bilingual. English and Spanish. I have received training and certification for emergency medicine, basic life support, and CPR. In my spare time, I like to read, and experience and create art. One thing you should know about me is I will always make our...
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New Orleans, LA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I am a former teacher now stay at home mom with my 2 1/2-year-old son. I've worked with all ages kindergarten through college, though most of my professional experience was at the 4th grade level. I've taught both regular education students and students who are neurodivergent. I am able and willing to assist other...
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Registered Behavioral Technician

New Orleans, LA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Worked with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) at Children's Hospital teaching social skills for ages 3-15 for 54 weeks total, 4 different sessions with four different age groups. Currently working at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) as a Registered Behavioral Technician (Therapist)Uptown, New...
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New Orleans, LA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I specialize in working with children and adults with special needs and disabilities. I have experience working with children with autism, and down syndrome and behavior. Over the last summer I started working alongside seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia. My passion is teaching and I have been working in various classroom...
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New Orleans, LA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hi families! My name is Bethany- I am a high-energy, compassionate caregiver with 10 (adult) years of experience. During the day, I serve as a mental health professional for elementary students; in my free time, I enjoy caring for littles. I prioritize creative play, limited screen time, and positive discipline strategies. You...
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