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Johnston, RI

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Andreya is a passionate and nurturing caregiver with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Youth Development from Rhode Island College. With over a decade of experience, she has dedicated her career to fostering growth and development in children and adults alike. Andreya has worked as a nanny for three children with Autism and...
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I Am Here To Make Your Day A Little Brighter

Johnston, RI

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$30/hr
25 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Nationally certified Medical assistant+ Home Health Aid. 25 yrs of categiving experience with children, young adults and elderly. Will send current BCI, motor vehicle report upon request
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Loving Caregiver

Johnston, RI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Hello my name is Adrienne and I am 41 years old. I have over four years working with special needs children. I have worked with all varying levels of Autism spectrum. I am responsible, loving, trusting, mature, patient, compassionate, responsible and loyal. I get along great with kids! I have over 28 years of experience working...
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ECE Teacher

Johnston, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi my name is Cris. I am an ECE teacher having taught PreK, Kindergarten, and grade 2. As a teacher, I have had students that were diabetic, had ADD, ADHD, and celiac disease. I have been able to handle all of those situations. I have also had students that were on the autism spectrum. When working together with parents, I feel...
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Caring, Nurturing Caregiver

Johnston, RI

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Brian and I am a 51-year-old male. I worked for 4 years for people that have developmental delays. I have worked with all degrees of developmental delays. I love working with and helping people! I have two years experience working with two children that had Autism. I took them places to have fun and I really loved...
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Loving CNA With Expertise In Child Development & Special Needs

Johnston, RI

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Diana. I am a mother and licensed CNA with over five years of experience providing compassionate care to people of all ages. I am trained in Safety Care, CPR, Basic Life Support, Mental Health First Aid, Dementia and Alzheimer's care, and Affirming LGBTQ+ People Through Effective Communication. I have cared for...
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist

Pawtucket, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
dementia
respite care
personal care
visiting nurse
+ 1 more
My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...

Care Member says "Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring, and highly...

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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...

Sarah B. says "She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her"

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Direct Support Professional

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Debbie and I have over 20 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with psychiatric disorders, and those with autism. I currently work part time for the J Arthur Trudeau Center with 5 developmentally disabled men in a group home setting. I am responsible for medication...

Thomas K. says "Wonderful caregiver. Would certainly rehire."

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Special Needs Caregiver

West Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I' m Shannon, and I am 25 years old. I am an occupational therapist and I work at an outplacement school for students with developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges. I volunteered for an extended school year program for kids with special needs (pre-K-8th grade) for about 7 years, and I also worked at a summer camp...
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Providence, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Hi, I'm Mary! I have been working with children for over 10 years. I have experience working with children of all ages, including infants. I enjoy being outside, getting creative, and planning age appropriate fun activities to help aid in child development. In the past I have specialized in working with children with special...

Liz D. says "Mary was amazing!!!! Kind and easy going. She is knowledgeable and trustworthy. She took excellent care of my severely autistic son and my busy wild...

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College Educated In Special Needs

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$26/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Priscilla. I have a degree in Special Education. I have experience in behavior support and also cognitive disabilities. I am able to provide excellent care and have many references for this type of service. I have experience with special needs children and also adults. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I...
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PCA/Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am licensed practical nurse. I have many years of experience as a CNA, caregiver/personal aide. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and...

Kirsten K. says "Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands...

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Neliy S.'s Photo

Manville, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Neliy I been a CNA for 20 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. I have worked with children/disabled children and elders. I am a very outgoing person, High energy and positive.

Thomas K. says "Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire...

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Priscilla D.'s Photo

Warwick, RI

4.9(1)
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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Nurturing children and witnessing their growth has been my professional focus for seven years. My background as a certified teacher, combined with my Early Child Development coursework, allows me to provide structured yet imaginative care. I am patient, calm, and thrive when engaging children through outdoor sports, puzzles, or...

Care Member says "Priscilla went above and beyond when she watched our 4 year old son. From the moment she entered the house she was energetic and ready to eager to help...

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Susan G.'s Photo

Providence, RI

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi my name is Susan, I am a mother of 5 and grandmother of 4 till recently I worked with special needs and now I work with an older couple part time. I have 40 years of experience, with children.
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Cleibi S.'s Photo

Providence, RI

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$11/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a CNA and experienced caregiver with years of paid childcare experience, plus a lifetime of personal experience raising my four daughters and helping care for my sister with cerebral palsy. I've cared for children with both special needs and non-special needs and am comfortable helping with meals, homework, baths,...
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Whedmayer O.'s Photo

Providence, RI

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm Whedmayer, a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated caregiver based in Providence, Rhode Island. I have recent professional experience at EC and A, providing direct care and support to children and individuals with special needs. I have experience supporting individuals with autism and behavioral or developmental needs,...
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Coming Back To The Playground

Pawtucket, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm an animal lover, non-smoker and am willing to do light house work. Whether it's a baby, a child with special needs, multiple toddlers, or siblings of varying ages, I feel confident that can provide the kind of service you are looking for. I have spent the majority of my life working with children I was a mother's helper...
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  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of September 2026

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Julia T.

Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring,...

- Care member

Jennifer B.

She is so wonderful with our children and they adore her! We are thankful to have found her

- Sarah B.

Deborah D.

Wonderful caregiver. Would certainly rehire.

- Thomas K.

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