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Lisa C.

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I am a mother of three adorable little people. I am dependable, adaptable, empathetic, gentle, patient, and trustworthy. I have over 10 years of experience working with people especially elderly and partially adolescents. I work in facilities and home based settings. Qualifications: Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified...
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Erica R.

The Nurse For Your Loved One

Poughkeepsie, NY

from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Experienced LPN ready to care for your loved one. Experience with autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy tube feeds etc
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Marisela H.

Caregiver

Poughkeepsie, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
I have experience work child care.
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Samantha G.

Ulster Park, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked both in my own family and for others with a wide variety of special needs and disabilities. I actually helped my single mother raise my younger brother who suffered from disabilities since a very young age. I have work in home and in facilities with the elderly and disabled, with both short term rehabilitation or...
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Eden L.

Heavily Experienced CNA/PCA/Child Care Aide/ Pet Aide/Caregiver

Hyde Park, NY

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I have 8+ years working with developmentally disabled kids & adults. Overall 10+ years in general Human Services. I have also had experience working in mental health as a case manager for mentally ill individuals. My administrative experience is extremely strong, I have held positions as a Personal Assistant as well as a Medical...
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James H.

Caregiver/Companion

Kingston, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My medical training began at Morristown Memorial Hospital (Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ) in 1973 as a medical-surgical technician. I have worked as a nursing assistant in Hawaii and Europe. In my more recent role, I provided long-term care to an individual who succumbed to a traumatic brain injury. My medical and...

Melinda M. says "James has been an excellent caregiver for my dad over the past 18 months. As the needs of our family changed, James demonstrated flexibility and...

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Julia B.

Kingston, NY

4.2(0)
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$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I worked for the ARC caring for individuals for developmental disabilities, however I have been in the healthcare field for 8 years now caring for typically elderly with dementia. I am deeply compassionate by nature and helping those in need is a reward for me.
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Joy R.

Caring, Responsible Caregiver Available

Hopewell Junction, NY

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a CNA for 9 years. I was not only able to work with the elderly, but I also have experience working with special needs individuals both young and old in a nursing home and private home setting. I have experience with individuals with MS, traumatic brain injuries and adults with Cerebral Palsy. I am punctual and...

Pete P. says "Reliable, knowledgeable, flexible, extremely pleasant, compassionate, so helpful, an just all around skilled wonderful individual. I am a pretty big guy...

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Jacqueline L.

Caregiver Available

Wappingers Falls, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Jackie. I have experience with children of all ages, as well as experience caring for children with special needs and multiple children. I have worked privately for families as a nanny on and off for the last 10 years. Most recently I have been working as a school counselor, but am currently on maternity leave caring for...

Lisa M. says "Jackie is reliable, punctual, dependable and an absolute sweetheart. I am extremely comfortable leaving my children and pets in her care. She keeps me up...

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Hope C C.

Newburgh, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
34 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
For over 30 years, I've found great joy in caring for children of all ages. My early babysitting experiences sparked a passion for making a positive impact on young lives and supporting families by providing reliable care. I am patient, friendly, easygoing, have a love for laughter and an empathetic approach. I communicate...

Care Member says "We hired Hope to fill in and babysit our 7 month old; she was very professional, knowledgeable, and attentive. She took the extra initiative to reach...

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Hope K.

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Wappingers Falls, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Hope and I have around 5 years of childcare experience for children of all ages. Ranging from 3 months to 14 yrs old. I strive in building not only a relationship with the children but the entire family. My personality can be described as creative, warm hearted and bubbly. I love to teach the children new things,...

Care Member says "Hope is AMAZING!!! She is wonderful with my 16 month old & he adores her! I know that he’s in good hands with her & she always goes above & beyond. She...

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Stacy D.

Newburgh, NY

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been a child care provider for over 20 years. I am married live in the town of Newburgh and have 3 adult children. ., I have had the pleasure to be involved families in their home. My past 2 jobs have been temporary and the previous job was for 3 yr. My experience includes infants and special needs. My goals are to keep...

Melissa R. says "Stacy has been our nanny for over a year. For my wife and I it is and was about "fit" and how she became apart of our everyday life. She really did an...

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Carmen P.

Fishkill, NY

5.0(0)
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$29/hr
3 years experience
I am 47 years old and has been taking care of a stroke patient (5 times). She can still do the things that she is used to but has to be eagle eyed when she moves just in case she falls down. When she goes to the bathroom, I have to stand by her in case of emergency. She loves to watch movies in the tv, go walking in the park....
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Debbie B.

Teacher Assistant

Newburgh, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as upbeat, optimistic, energetic I like working with kids because every kid deserves quality care. The care a child receives will allow them succeed in their adult life. I'm looking for a job that is flexible in terms of schedule. I started working with kids when I started working with the board...

Care Member says "Debbie is motivated ..she’s dedicated very respectful..is not afraid of hard work"

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Amber P.

Full Time Caregiver

Olivebridge, NY

5.0(0)
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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Christine S.

Experienced Childcare Provider

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 10 years of experience working in an elementary school as a pre-k aide, and have worked in private childcare for the past 2. Additionally I have raised 3 children of my own (one with special needs). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.

Nirupama R. says "Christine was absolutely wonderful with our three year old! She brought books to read and crafts to do, and took the most loving care of our child. Our...

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Whitneyfer A.

Creative Sitter

Poughkeepsie, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I've always been around children from working at daycare's and after school centers. The children were from the ages of 1-16. Many years of experience! I'm very artistic and creative. Experienced with children with special needs.

Katherine F. says "Whitneyfer did so well with my 2 year old. Reliable with transportation to take my daughter to the park and activities. Very artistic, lots of art...

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Gabriela D.

Lagrangeville, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
My name is Gabriela, I'm Reliable, energetic and loving Nanny I love kids with all my heart. I treat them as they are part of my family, actually the whole family becomes my own family it includes the dog Some of my skills... -Over 7 years of experience with children (ages 0-10); -Over 1 year of experience with special...

Care Member says "We hired Gabby to help with our 3yr old son, he needed a little extra attention and loves making crafts and Gabby fit that need perfectly. She was very...

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Briyah G.

Beacon, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I'm Briyah! I have experience providing one-on-one care for individuals on the autism spectrum, including non-verbal children and young adults with higher support needs. I've worked as both a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and a private caregiver, offering consistent, compassionate support tailored to each child's routine...

Patricia B. says "Briyah is reliable, compassionate and calm when dealing with children/individuals with special needs. She forms respectful bonds with those in her care....

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Eden C.

Caring Teacher For Special Needs

Kingston, NY

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I have worked for Advanced Therapy for a Summer Program and for an additional year last year. I worked 1:1 with children of all different needs in a small setting/childcare center; I am currently a Preschool Teacher in Saugerties New York and have a child of my own. I hope to help your child and your family! Thank you in...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.50/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in New Paltz, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in New Paltz, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

James H.

James has been an excellent caregiver for my dad over the past 18 months. As the needs of our family changed, James demonstrated flexibility...

- Melinda M.

Joy R.

Reliable, knowledgeable, flexible, extremely pleasant, compassionate, so helpful, an just all around skilled wonderful individual. I am a...

- Pete P.

Jacqueline L.

Jackie is reliable, punctual, dependable and an absolute sweetheart. I am extremely comfortable leaving my children and pets in her care....

- Lisa M.

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