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Alana B.

CNA/Special Needs/Childcare/Errands/Transportation/Housekeeping

Providence, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I love caring for people, assisting in daily life activities, getting to try new things. My passion to do healthcare began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs for 17 years. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift system, senior care, Alzheimer, handicap, etc. Let me know what I can do for you, or your...

Care Member says "Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway. "

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Reliable Caring PCA

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
respite care
personal care
My life work has focuses on providing care to elders and those with special needs. My experience includes working primarily in home care settings. Clients I have worked with have a variety of needs including; assistance with transfers, general housekeeping, personal care and companionship. Primarily I have worked with...

Debra B. says "Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!"

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Part-time Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 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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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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Manville, RI

5.0(1)
from
$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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Providence, RI

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Part-Time And Summertime Care Available

Providence, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
I worked in my own home daycare for 8 years. I cared for children ages 1 month to the teen years. I am currently a teacher's assistant in providence where I help students with special needs. In my earlier years, I worked for park and recreation departments and also summer camps. I currently work in a public school and have had...
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Providence, RI

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Medical Assistant and licensed CNA with pediatric and special needs experience. CPR/BLS certified. Patient, attentive, and safety-focused. Experienced with infants, toddlers, and school-age children. Available for daytime, evening, and overnight care.
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Coming Back To The Playground

Pawtucket, RI

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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East Providence, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
errands
hospice services
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
Hello I have had many years of experience with child care and caring for the elderly . I myself have 15 grandchildren . I also have worked in child care setting and elder care for many years . I started my career in high school in Vic for child care . I continued on going to school for early childhood education then switched to...
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Providence, RI

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
As a nurturing caregiver with two years of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and positively impacting their lives. My background includes some college coursework in early child development, as well as First Aid and CPR training. I'm also experienced in caring for children with special needs. My approach...
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Providence, RI

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
dementia
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
During my first year from high school I worked for people with special needs and I currently care for my grandfather who has Alzheimer's . I love being compassionate and supportive person for whoever.
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Part-Time Caregiver With A Masters In Occupational Therapy

Providence, RI

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hi! My name is Annie and I am a newly graduated occupational therapist! I will be moving to Massachussetts in July but I am looking to do some part-time babysitting until then! I love kids and have experience with toddlers up to young adults. I have worked with a variety of young people with special needs including cerebral...
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East Providence, RI

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
My name is Maria and I am a warm and caring person who enjoys helping others. I have 5 years of experience taking care of seniors with and with out special needs. I help with dressing, feeding, errands, light house keeping, medication reminders, and companionship. I am available for overnights, week nights and weekends day and...
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Summer Sitter/ Tutor

Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Kayla . I am a teacher in Woonsocket but I am looking for summer work as a babysitter/tutor. I have over 10 years of experience working with children from ages 3-12. I have babysat, worked in special needs classrooms and taught elementary and middle school. I am also certified in first aid/ CPR and I used to...
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Care Giver

Warwick, RI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Dementia
errands
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Barbara. I have had experiences most of my life caring for others. I grew up helping with my special needs brother Michael who is truly awesome. I am a mother of two grown adults. I cared for my husband for three years who had a very aggressive cancer. I have recently worked with a lovely gentlemen in his late...
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Babysitter

Pawtucket, RI

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is more than a job; it's my passion. With two years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, I offer a calm and patient approach to childcare. I am a certified teacher with a college degree and experience with special needs children. I am comfortable enforcing household...
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Cranston, RI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi there, my name is Dani and I am a 32-year-old Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) and have worked in the field of special needs care for 10+ years as an Applied Behavioral Analysis teacher and Registered Behavioral Technician, in both school and home settings. I am a compassionate and patient caregiver with strong experience...
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Childcare

Pawtucket, RI

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
I have 20 years experience with children of all ages and and abilities . I have worked in daycare settings, group homes, and have been a teacher assistant for special needs. I have also volunteered and coached baseball, soccer., and basketball. available for child care
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Lincoln, RI

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as very calm and collective, along with kindness and maturity. I like working with kids because I have 3 younger siblings the youngest was born when I was 15 so I was very present. I now have another new niece that just arrived and I spend time watching her. One thing you should know about me is I...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.71/hr as of March 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Johnston, RI

Special Needs Caregivers in Johnston, RI are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alana B.

Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway.

- Care member

Michele H.

Michele is a very caring, and kind human being, with many years of experience in ALL areas. She would be an asset to any care team!

- Debra B.

Jennifer B.

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...

- Kirsten K.

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