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I'am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I have more than 20 years of experience taking care of the elderly. I have assisted clients with their activities of daily living, engaged in conversation, taken vital signs, & maintained a clean house hold. I've assisted with laundry, meal preps, and much more.
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Hello my name is Athena. (Smile) I am 46 years old. I am experienced, educated & professional. I have worked for private non-profit schools with special needs children/individuals from pre-K through 21 years of age, daycare & provide homecare as well. I have a BA in Psychology with a focus on childhood development, independent...
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Hello, my name is Athena. (Smile) I am 46 years old. I am a professional, dedicated, educated and experienced caretaker of children of all ages. I am a single mom as well for many years. (Heart) I have a BA in Psychology with a focus on childhood development, independent studies on children with illness, a Pre-Med minor, as well...
Victoria S.
Islip Terrace, NY
$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have worked in an assisted living for 5 years and now I currently work with children with special needs. I love what I do and have the patience and compassion to work well with people of all ages and disabilities. If you are looking for a compassionate, caring, optimistic sitter I am here to help!
Jessica R.
Holbrook, NY
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Babysitter With 15 Years Of Experience. Certified Teacher With Experience Working With Special Needs Population.
5.0
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I am a substitute teacher and neighborhood babysitter with 15 years of experience working with children of all ages including special needs. I love arts and crafts projects and reading books. I have references available upon request. I also love pets.
5.0
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I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Mayreni H.
Bay Shore, NY
$21-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.
5.0
(1)
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I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years.
I'd...
5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "
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Melissa C.
Centereach, NY
$16-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Senior Care / Companion/ Help With ADL's, I Am A Retired Nurse
5.0
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CPR certified, Health Care background, Car, Loves helping others , 10 plus years experience to seniors, specializing in Alzheimer's/ dementia care , Pediatric and Neonatal baby nursing. Special needs , and I've nannied and worked with children for 37 years. Professionally for 27 years
5.0
"Melissa cared for my Dad for around 9 months. She was always thoughtful and respectful. Communicated her concerns and shared his needs with the family. With her background medical knowledge she was a huge...
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5.0
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I am a 28-year-old former CNA with plenty of experience with children including special needs children as well. Iv worked in two different elementary schools over three years so working with large groups of children is something I'm well at as well. I'm CPR certified and have a clean driving record. I'm very friendly, outgoing...
5.0
"For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!"
Reviewed by Josseline M.
Rachel B.
North Babylon, NY
$22-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver For All Ages, Special Needs, And Pets!
5.0
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Hi Parents! My name is Rachel. I'm 28. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I am located in North Babylon. I have over 10 years experience working with kids aged newborn-teen. I have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores, pets, and driving. I currently work full...
5.0
"Rachel is responsible, trustworthy and dependable as well as loving, sweet, kind and an incredible person. Rachel has been with our family for nearly 7 years since my daughter was 4 months old. We can't...
Reviewed by Lynnette G.
4.3
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I have been working with kids for over 10 years and have 3 of my own! I have experience with newborns, toddlers, kids and teens. I have worked with special needs, multiples and twins and have many references. I am patient, reliable, caring and kind. I absolutely love any and all babies and kids! I am flexible and willing to work...
5.0
"Jackie helped me with my kids for many years. She was always reliable and kind and patient. She made my family feel comfortable and we always knew our kids were in excellent hands! Jackie is an asset to any...
Reviewed by William H.
5.0
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I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...
5.0
"Pleasure to have working with my family. Never missed a day of work the whole time she was with us. Very organized and dependable great with children "
Reviewed by Amy H.
Amanda M.
Ronkonkoma, NY
$10-15/hr
5.0
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My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."
Reviewed by Meryl B.
5.0
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I'm Sharon, I'm originally from Mexico, but I've been living in the USA for four years, I'm bilingual English-Spanish. I moved to Ronkokoma in the summer. I have over 11 years of experience with kids, including special needs, CPR, Epinephrine, and First Aide Certificated.
In the city, I worked as a bilingual teacher in a...
5.0
"Wilder and Coast loved her, she was great and always kept an eye on both of them at the same time. Will be using again :-) "
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"If I could add more stars, I certainly would. I had mentioned to David that it's sometimes difficult to find my apartment. I learned that he actually made a trial run the day before we met! That's dedication,...
Reviewed by Barbara P.
5.0
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Hello!
I have been caring for babies and children since I was 12 years of age as a babysitter for my 3 siblings as well as in my neighborhood plus many referrals! I was employed as a camp counselor for children ranging from pre-k up to 4th graders in my teen years. I attended SUNY New Paltz for Art Education. Work experience...
5.0
"Laura is a wonderful caregiver. My 9 year old son loves having her sit for him. She is interactive, loving, kind, and dependable. She is just fabulous!"
Reviewed by Sally W.
Madelyn D.
Hauppauge, NY
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I hope you are doing well! I attend SUNY Oswego where I am majoring in childhood education and plan to get my masters in Special Education. While I am away at school I work at a daycare with ages ranging from infancy to school-aged children. I used to work for Western Suffolk Boces as a paraprofessional with kids with...
5.0
"Madelyn came to my home and looked after my cats while I was away. She came by at least a couple of times a day to feed and check in on them. Madelyn also let them in and out and took care of the liter boxes....
Reviewed by Bill H.
5.0
(1)
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Hi, I'm Umadai. Im 54. I am fully vaccinated against COVID19. I have 10+ years experience working with kids newborn-teen. I also have experience with special needs children and adults. I do not mind helping with small household chores. I look forward to hearing from you!
5.0
"Umadai has been taking care of my child for the last 7 years. He is special needs. She is very caring, Responsible, and attentive to all his needs. I would highly recommend her.
She is phenomenal."
Reviewed by Omaira V.
Jaime S.
Smithtown, NY
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time Caregiver Until Summer Then I Can Go Full-Time Lifeguard Also
5.0
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My qualifications:
-I've been a part-time babysitter since 2009 from ages 3-12.
-I did full time babysitting last summer, ages 4-12.
-I have experienced in babysitting special needs children.
-I have been a certified lifeguard since 2010, also I am certified in CPR for all ages, certified in AED and First Aid. I student teach...
5.0
"Jaime applied to our summer child care job and came to meet the family in person. She was absolutely lovely! She called the day of the interview to confirm, showed up on time and bonded with our kids very...
Reviewed by Shawna A.
Mackenzie M.
Islip, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there I am Mackenzie! I have 10 years of experience with babysitting- from newborns to teenagers along with children with special needs. I can help with any Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation that is needed. I am the oldest of 5 children along with being a full time substitute teacher. I am currently pursuing my Master's...
5.0
"Mackenzie was amazing with my three children. She baked brownie cookies with them and helped them with homework when they struggled. I highly recommend hiring her you won't regret it. My kids always ask me...
Reviewed by Ava M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Islip Terrace, NY
Mayreni H.
5.0
May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help.
- Care member
Melissa C.
5.0
Melissa cared for my Dad for around 9 months. She was always thoughtful and respectful. Communicated her concerns and shared his needs with the family. With her background medical knowledge she was a huge asset. Unfortunately Dad had to move to a facility with 24 hour care. I would highly recommend...
- Care member
Melissa S.
5.0
For the time Melissa watched our baby girl, she's always been punctual and dependable. She even helped adjust our baby to taking naps in her crib!
- Josseline M.
Rachel B.
5.0
Rachel is very experienced, and it shows in how she interacts with children of different ages! She seems to genuinely enjoy engaging with children, and is **HIGHLY** trustworthy. I can't recommend her enough, and I'm glad I had her to rely on when I needed it!
- Alice N.
Jackie M.
5.0
Jackie has babysat my kids for years for date nights! We love her, she is super fun and energetic, and always coming up with fun activities/games.
- Care member
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