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Audrey T.


Waterford, CT

$14-19/hr

Compssionate Special Needs Caregiver With Family Experience

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Hello there, Having grown up with family members with both Asperger Syndrome and Down's Syndrome, understanding and compassion for individuals living with these special needs was instilled at a young age. I'm high school, I got involved in an after school basketball team for special needs individuals and found it to be one of...
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Vicki P.


Niantic, CT

$16-19/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 6, Grandmother Of 17

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I'm an extremely active, fun-loving mother of 6 (now adult) children and 17 grandchildren. I enjoy outdoor activities, creative play, helping out around the house and just generally caring for others. I'm an avid gardener and enjoy sharing my love for nature with both children and adults. I'm excited to spend my days seeing the...
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Emily Y.


New London, CT

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a 25-year-old experienced childcare worker. I am a patient, compassionate, kind, and reliable person who loves working with children. I love the outdoors and being active, and I have a passion for helping others. My past experience includes working with children with special needs (ages 3-21), including children with...
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Aileen E.


Waterford, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver for Senior

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I am a wife of 35 years and a mother of two children, ages 30 and 26. I have worked within the school system for 6 years with ages k-12. I have worked with children and adults of all levels including special needs. I am a very organized and clean person. You will find me very dependable and reliable. I am fluent in both English...
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Joyce P.


Gales Ferry, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attenders,home Health Aide Available For Housekeeping And Meal Prep And A Nanny

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I have been a CNA for 25 years and a Direct support professional at key humans services , Oak hill and whole life facility I have experience with dementia , Alzheimer's and rehab patients and special needs patients also with traumatic brain injury patients I love my profession and have a very caring and nurturing personality....
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Jamie L.


Norwich, CT

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

I Am Here To Help Provide Companionship While Assiting With Daily Activities!

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I am new to this site, however, I am not new to senior care as I have 4 years of prior experience. I have both personal and professional experience with behavioral health and individuals with special needs. I am CPR and CPI trained through my previous employment as a Mental Health Worker at an inpatient hospital. I have...

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I have experience with skills and the mental support being these needs. I'm always willing to learn more
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Asdrith R.


Norwich, CT

$17-18/hr3 yrs exp

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When I was in high school I took an early childhood education course and was able to work with kids ages 3 and up and I have loved working with kids since. I have experience in working with kids with special needs and/or behavioral issues. I am also a mom of 2. I am excited to meet you and your family! AREAS OF...
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Brianna C.


New London, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I began working with children as a mothers helper when I was 8 years old. I eventually got my babysitting certificate and worked my way up to a professional Nanny. I have also worked as an aide for children with special needs for Cheshire Public Schools Board of Education. I am now 26 and caring for my sweet baby boy, who's 16...
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Myra K.


Norwich, CT

$20-50/hr12 yrs exp

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I'm a mom of 4 adult children. My youngest son is on the autism spectrum, my oldest daughter, whom we adopted has RAD. I work in social services and have extensive experience with child development.
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Ashley N.


Uncasville, CT

$25/hr13 yrs exp

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In my spare time, I like to spend time with my son outside either playing in the backyard, going to the park, or mini outdoor adventures when the weather permits. On rainy days I like to do arts and crafts, or fun science "experiments" with my son One thing you should know about me is I have an almost 3-year-old son, but his...
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Linna E.


East Lyme, CT

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

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I am an RN with many years of experience caring for patients of all ages and needs. I have a particular love for elder care and for those with special needs. Multiple retirements (I am very fortunate) from senior care, the State (Supervising Nurse) and from a private agency, New England Services where I was the Director of...

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I have years of experience from working in group homes to working in personal clients homes. I would love to help someone in need. I would also like to learn new things and experience new things and I have a perfect reference for my last client that I was caring for who unfortunately passed away.
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Angela T.


Waterford, CT

$10-25/hr1 yrs exp

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I have worked with older adults and special needs people who have mental and physical disabilities over the summer, at Camp Harnkess. I was taught how to do lifts, help with direct care such as showering, brushing teeth, getting dressed, mobility, and feeding. I feel that I got a lot out of this experience, and am always happy...
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Lizbeth M.


Waterford, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Montessori Mom

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OFFERING NANNY SERVICES OR Emergency babysitter. Are you looking for a fun, energetic, and creative nanny to care for your little ones? Look no further! I am a stay-at-home mom with a passion for childcare and I am available all year round to care for infants, toddlers, or preschoolers in my home or yours. My house has a...
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Emily E.


New London, CT

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

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I am a certified teacher from infant to prek in Massachusetts. I have an updated first aid and CPR certification. I'm a psychology student who is also working as an ABA therapist going through the training to receive my RBT certification.
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Alexis S.


Norwich, CT

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a current graduate student studying child psychology and also have a bachelor's in child and adolescent development. During the week I work full time in healthvare but am open to weekends or weekday mornings. I am CPR and first aid certified through the red cross and have advanced wound care training through classes in...
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Ayabulela M.


Niantic, CT

$22-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Aide/ HHA

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Hello Fam My name is Ayabulela (Aya) and I'm 29 years old. My first experience caring for those with Special Needs was with my niece. She was born deaf and that gave me a driving force to pursue my studies in Social Work. I'm an advocate for vulnerable groups (children, persons living with disabilities and seniors) and it gives...
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Jhanira V.


New London, CT

$21-30/hr4 yrs exp

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I would describe myself as a responsible, caring and fun person. I love kids and I enjoy babysitting! I have 4 years of experience working with kids. I have worked as an intervention specialist and tutor for special needs children. My most recent job was as a special education teacher. I'm also bilingual and always do my best in...
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Kara F.


New London, CT

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

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Experienced in caregiving and quick to learn. Kind, compassionate, creative, intuitive, musical. Detail oriented and organized. My experience comes from caring for my sister who sustained a brain injury in 2012 and became wheelchair bound and non-verbal. She has lived with my mother since 2015. My mother is a registered nurse...

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