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I recently met with Kim because my husband and I were looking for a nanny for our 6 month old baby girl. As first time parents we were…

Review for Kim M. by Chelsey B.

I hired Charlene for some work in NC. I talked with her references and talked with Charlene, myself. Since she ended up not moving, she…

Review for Charlene P. by Shirlene G.

Vicki is exceptional. She truly cares and goes beyond the call of duty. She is always on time, trustworthy, reliable, considerate and takes…

Review for Vicki S. by Care member

Special needs caregivers in Marion, MA

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Cindy P.


Wareham, MA

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Patient Caregiver

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I love kids.... I have my associates degree... in early childhood ed... I feel safety and happiness go together as a caregiver... I also have some experience in special needs and was very good at it... If u need my help inquire
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

I have been in the medical field for 30+ years I was certified as a nursing assistant at the age of 18 and then went into medical professional with billing and coding then went on to the mental health field as a counselor for disabled adults for 18 years at Community Systems/ Cape Abilities on cape cod. I ran 2 group homes for...
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Lori M.


New Bedford, MA

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked for mentally and physically challenged people for over 10 years. My clients I have had in the past had spina-bifida, cerebral palsy, autism, fragile X, ADHD, ADD, mild to moderate MR, diabetes and seizure disorders. I also have done respite care for many individuals and I had a foster child for a year with autism.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Makayla, I have worked with children for 4 years now. I also have a beautiful baby boy who is 6 months old. I love being outside and staying active. I'm dependable, always on time, flexible schedule, and good at multitasking. CPR and first aid certified for infants. I have my own vehicle. Non-smoker. I have experience...
Makayla can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kim M.


Carver, MA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

CHHA Since 1996

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 61yr. old woman, in good physical shape. I have 3 kind grown children & 2 grandchildren. I cared for my 1st grandson for 2 yrs. while running my own farm. Employed 5 yrs. in the towns of Methuen and Andover Ma. as a Special Education Program Assistant, 1yr. In Preschool 4yrs. working with a wide diversity of children in...
Kim can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"As a first time mom, leaving my son with someone that wasn't family was a very difficult thing for me to do, until I met Kim. Kim has a very special gift when it comes to kids! My son J loves her and she has helped my family tremendously. She's dependable,...

Kristina A.

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Charlene P.


Lakeville, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Great With Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a teacher's aide for a school in Freetown, MA. I babysit quite frequently for my grandchildren. I love kids and what each one brings to this life. I have been a personal assistant, cleaned and organized homes, been a caregiver to special needs and the elderly. I can help whatever the need. I have excellent references.
Charlene can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Amazing! Charlene is well organized and has done such a great job getting my husband's office organized. She also helps me with light cleaning and laundry. Charlene is wonderful at what she does and is a pleasure to work with. "

Christin B.

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Vicki S.


Plymouth, MA

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Of All Stages Of Life

I am a (young) 58-year-old woman with a great deal of experience and education in the medical field. I have also worked as a nanny and have references and letters of recommendation. Thank you for considering me to care for your daughter and would love to meet you both.
5.0
"Vicki is exceptional. She truly cares and goes beyond the call of duty. She is always on time, trustworthy, reliable, considerate and takes the initiative to make everything better. She is 5 Stars for sure!ā­ļøā­ļøā­ļøā­ļøā­ļø"

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Alexandria C.


Fall River, MA

$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a one-to-one aide, I worked with a child with autism spectrum disorder. My responsibilities include the following: continually monitoring and evaluating child's progress, providing individualized attention, staying aware of repetitive behaviors and fixations, promoting social skills, implementing treatment strategies, and...
5.0
"Alexandria was the most amazing and qualified nanny we've ever had. Being that one of my children is autistic, we've been through multiple nannies to find the right one and she was the perfect fit! My three children (now 2, 5, & 9) adored her and it's almost...

Rita T.

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Julia C.


Kingston, MA

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently looking for a job on Wednesday, Friday, and Sundays. However, I am looking for another babysitting position because I love kids. I am taking online classes to obtain a degree in Early Childhood Education in January. I have been babysitting since I have been 15 years old. I have worked with various aged children...
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Kaylee R.


Mashpee, MA

$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked a few programs for special needs. Also babysat a few children with special needs. I love working with children and I am kind compassionate and love the work that I do.
5.0
"Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was excellent and helped my son feel comfortable while we were away. She was on time and very dependable."

Sally L.

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Ashlie D.


New Bedford, MA

$26/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I would like to provide some background information on my experience & qualifications in the child care field! Throughout my academic/professional journey, I have developed a strong foundation in early childhood education. I graduated from HS in 2017, where I completed the Early Childhood Development elective program. This...
Ashlie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Ashlie was so helpful while we were in town for a wedding for 3 nights. She was always early, jumped right in to playing with our son, and got him fed and down for bed. She was reliable, trustworthy, engaged, and easy to coordinate with. She was a lifesaver for the...

Sky G.

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Verdine H.


Mashpee, MA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Who Is Gentle, Reliable, And Responsible

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with in both home and hospital settings. I have three years experience as a Rehabilitation Aide at a rehabilitation center dealing with accidents, stroke, brain injured adults and assisting in the process of recovery and independence.
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Emily M.


Fall River, MA

$20-26/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Emily and I am 30 years old. I am CPR/first aid certified with the AHA and also have a CNA course under my belt. I am very experienced working with children. I have completed two classes on child development and child care, and worked in the Barnstable Early Learning center for two years. I have experience being...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Emily was hired for my family when my little girl was only 2 years old and we had just started our family. We were not on care.com at the time. Our little one was always out discovering new places and was always tired after Emily left! (A very good thing!) I loved...

Kelly G.

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Patricia N.


Mashpee, MA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 grown children. The youngest headed to college soon. One of our children had a learning disability from a very early age but doing very well and studying engineering. I've tutored students, grades k-6 and often worked on parents behalf as an Educational Advocate at IEP meetings. I'm Director 1 certified by...
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Alex R.


Sandwich, MA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Outgoing, Experienced Babysitter!

4.3

(6)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Experienced babysitter with flexible schedule, available days, nights and/or overnight. Frequent sitter with 10+ years of experience. Educator, snowboard coach, sailing coach, summer camp counselor and experience working with special needs. Love active and outgoing kids! I have worked with kids with just about all of my prior...
Alex can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Alex & her friend R. to care for 4 small, very active children , 1 1/2, 2 1/2, 5 & 6 years old on 2 days / nights to attend a family wedding. After a great phone interview with both, we hired them & it could not have gone better!!! The kids took to them...

Linda W.

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Paulette S.


Mashpee, MA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

PCA certified, trained in all aspects of home health care, with extensive first aide training, With over 20 years experience, I specialize in, but not limited to, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, special needs and all aspects of autism, as well as hospice care. I also can provide...
Paulette can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, companionship, mobility assistance, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Paulette has been caring for my father-in-law for about two months and I cannot say enough about how caring and kind she has been. Paulette is very knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. She has been happy to help my father-in-law out as much as possible - even...

Kristen M.

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Rebecca A.


Fall River, MA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Child Whisperer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am 24yrs old with extensive childcare experience from children 6 months to 12 years and recently graduated from college. I recently relocated to Charlotte for work. I have had professional training in the preschool setting for infants - 5 years as well as other specialized trainings from childcare jobs throughout the years....
Rebecca can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Love, love, love Rebecca! She is great with children with medical needs. Very sweet. Patient. And the kids were instantly drawn to her. Can't say enough good things."

Lisa C.

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Jill P.


Carver, MA

$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have grown up with a large family (including 12 nieces and nephews), I'm also a very dedicated dog-mom!!! I've worked with after school organization, YPAC, at the Carver Middle School for ages 10-14. I have also interned in 3 classroom environments at the same school. I have also interned in a program with special needs...
Jill can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Kaylee R.


Mashpee, MA

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kaylee I have been working with children since I was a teenager! I love children. I worked in a few boarding schools for special needs children. I have worked in a preschool with pre k preschool and toddlers. I finished college and have my associates degree. I want to keep working with children and help where I can.
Kaylee can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaylee was wonderful babysitting for my son, niece and nephew when we were in town for a wedding. She is very sweet, extremely communicative, reliable, and was great with the kids -- especially my 5 year old niece who can be pretty tricky! Would definitely...

Sarah C.

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