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Debra R.


Kingston, NY

$10-15/hr

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Recently losing my father of 94 years and being instrumental in being his caregiver I have an awareness of the importance for families to know their loved ones are being cared for in a compassionate and responsible way. I have hands experience of this since I was his primary caregiver. Responsible for medication set up, hygiene,...
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Elizabeth C.


Woodstock, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Former Montessori Teacher With A Professional Background

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Hi there! I'm a 35-year-old artist with almost 20 years of childcare experience under my belt. After undergrad I taught at a Montessori early childhood education center, at a Reggio Emilia school, and as a lead teacher for the 2-year-old class at a more conventional preschool center -- this means I'm terrific at potty...
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Heidi B.


Kingston, NY

$8-50/hr3 yrs exp

CPR/First Aid Certified, Special Education Teacher, Available To Help With Childcare As Needed!

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Hello! My name is Heidi and I am a Special Education Teacher looking to provide care for children as needed. I am CPR/First Aid certified, am able to help support students academically, as well as provide safe and caring support to children. I have references available upon request. I am also fully vaccinated. I'd describe my...
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Michele L.


Kingston, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi I'm Michele I am a certified PCA since 2014 I have my own transportation and references I am reliable and trustworthy I pay close attention to details and my employers expectations and standards I cook clean do laundry help with bathing sponge bath I'm a great companion I'm good natured and have a lot of patience
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Catherine I.


Rhinebeck, NY

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

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I'm an experience nanny with over 5 years of childcare work. I've worked with newborns to toddlers predominantly, taking care of their daily needs, taking them to and from appointments and as a live-in nanny when their parents went on vacations. I've worked with kids with special needs, with long-term illnesses and newborns from...
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Savannah M.


Kingston, NY

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

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Hello I'm savannah, I'm a 19-year-old who lives in Kingston New York. I was a full-time one to one monitor for a special needs student at an elementary school. I am currently working on my TA certification as well. I am willing to provide meal prep, light housekeeping, childcare, and also any tutoring that is needed. I am well...
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Vanessa M.


West Hurley, NY

$40/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a 42-year-old female with a 21year old daughter. I have been in the nursing field for 21 plus years . I have taken care of lots of people with all different kinds of medical conditions. I am a very patient, trusting. caring person. I have taken care of children while parents have worked and I can also help with...
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Leither M.


Kingston, NY

$25-39/hr6 yrs exp

DSP

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Hi my name is Leither, I have been working in healthcare for 6 years and for ARC of Mid Hudson for 5 years and more ! I have experience in cleaning , cooking , showering/bathing, companionship etc! I am also a licensed driver , and med certified through my job ! also trained on multiples lift , I can take to appointments!...
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Lisa M.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

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I have over 15 years experience in nursing, working in all types of settings. I started my career in home-care, and since then have worked in emergency care, long term, and transitioned into office nurse. I come with a vast knowledge of the medical field, along with compassion, hard work and an open mind.
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Daniela S.


Kingston, NY

$35-55/hr10 yrs exp

Drop-Off Only. Uptown Kingston.

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Hi! I am an experienced, tenured and state licensed teacher and have been caring for children (from infant to 30+) in and outside the classroom for over 20 years. I have a Masters in Students with Disabilities with extensive experience with learning, emotional, and mental disabilities. Formerly teaching in District 79 in the 5...
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Tammi L.


Hurley, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Caregiver

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I have provided personal care in home to many challenged adults and children. I have 20+ years of experience in the Human Service Field and in home care. I'm reliable, responsible, trustworthy and caring. I'm CPR certified, First Aid, and CPS.
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Katheryn C.


Woodstock, NY

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

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I have extensive experience living with and caring for people with special needs. My brother experienced brain trauma at birth and he is now 27. My 93-year-old grandmother needed some extra caring assistance during her later years and I was there for her for some of that time. Additionally, I worked as a paid nanny for a...
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Michaela H.


Port Ewen, NY

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

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I have always had a love for teaching and caring for others. I have helped my grandmother with my uncle with special needs for as long as I can remember. I have worked for the past 3 years and have loved every minute of it. I have been able to help and watch people grow into even more incredible people than they were before I...
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James H.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

SPECIAL NEEDS PROVIDER

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Since June 2019 to October 2020, I have been providing weekly elder care (bathing and dressing, transportation) to a man who suffered from traumatic brain injury. In the past, my medical employments have included the complete care for two quadriplegic males and an elderly man who had a colostomy procedure.
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Mary H.


Rhinebeck, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Supportive, And Fun Loving Sitter/nanny

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I'm a mother and educator with a background in dance and literacy. Im passionate about caring for children of all ages. I have worked in private schools as well as with special needs students and have a philosophy of whole child care. I'm happy to assist with virtual learning, or to simply allow your child to play and relax in a...
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Allison Y.


Ulster Park, NY

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Allison! Here's a little bit about what I'm experienced in; I am a certified EMT with CPR, First Aid, BLS. I've been an EMT since 2021 with well over 4, 000 diverse calls under my belt. I've got a lot of experience with special needs, developmental disorders, emotional disorders, mental health, elderly,...
5.0
"Punctual, respectful, and polite. Allison was everything we look for in a nanny. She does occasional weekends with us, we’ve had her watch our 2 kids, 1 and 6, around 8 times. 3 of those times were late notice....

Reviewed by Liah N.

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Marina S.


New Paltz, NY

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient,Calm - Available Monday And Weekend

5.0

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Hello, My name is Marina, I've been working as a nanny for 14 years. I'm current working part time for a family in New Paltz since 2018 taking care of one child who's 6 years old now. I'm responsible for picking her up after school, giving snack, taking to activities, park and light housekeeping. I also worked for a family in...
5.0
"Marina is WONDERFUL, we absolutely love her. She is so warm and kind to my son. She smiles and laughs and plays. Marina is also generous with the light-housekeeping aspect :) You can trust that your child is in...

Reviewed by Care member

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Amber P.


Chichester, NY

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hey, my name is Amber! I am 27 and have a daughter who will be two in June. I work for Anderson Center for Autism and have been in the human services field for about seven years. I was drug tested and had a background check prior to my hire at Anderson and am going to update my care profile with that information shortly. I am...
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Kayla F.


Salt Point, NY

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

5.0

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Hey there! My name is Kayla. I'm 24 years old. I've been nannying professionally since I was 17. I've nannied in both NY & Florida. I am CPR certified. I also have experience with special needs children. I currently nanny full time for a family in Ossining, NY. Before nannying, I worked intensively in pediatric behavioral...
5.0
"Wonderful sitter! Kind and thoughtful. Great with kids. Fun and easy to work with!"

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Julia W.


New Paltz, NY

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Easy-going And Patient Babysitter

5.0

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Hi! I'm a 27-year-old early childhood education major. I've been working with children since I was 14, including babysitting, assistant directing children's theater productions, working with children with special needs, and teaching preschool in a federal building, which involves a high-security clearance. Most recently, I've...
5.0
"Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our daughter loves Julia and we're very sad to no longer be...

Reviewed by Claire K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Katrine, NY

Allison Y.

5.0

Excellent care. On time. Wasn’t on her phone at all. She Attentive to my child and engaged with him. My child has medical problems with her being trained it made us more comfortable. She helped with his care at home a couple times also. They read books, played educational games. And she went above...

- Emily G.

Marina S.

5.0

Marina is WONDERFUL, we absolutely love her. She is so warm and kind to my son. She smiles and laughs and plays. Marina is also generous with the light-housekeeping aspect :) You can trust that your child is in excellent hands.

- Care member

Kayla F.

5.0

Kayla was on time, professional, and extremely sweet to our little boy. She texted hourly updates—a helpful thing for a new parent—and made our experience great.

- Care member

Julia W.

5.0

Julia has been a wonderful caretaker for our daughter from the ages of 3-9 months. The only reason we had to stop using her was relocating for a job. Our daughter loves Julia and we're very sad to no longer be working with her. She was very communicative and despite a long commute, was very punctual...

- Claire K.

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