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Wendy M.

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Exceptional Experienced Sitter Available

Oakdale, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
I have recent experience providing child care for children and special needs kids. I enjoyed playing games, arts & crafts, providing meals and transportation to various activities. I am dog friendly and able to tidy up and help with homework. In the past I have volunteered at church working in both the nursery and teaching...

Andrea I. says "Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with my family....

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Experienced Worker

Oakdale, NY

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Hi I'm Maureen. I have 20 plus years of experience w individuals w special needs. I'm patient , calm and reliable. I've raised 2 daughters and have 1 deaf brother.
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Oakdale, NY

from
$17/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as caring , dependable and patient. I started working with kids when I was 13. I babysat for my neighbor whose an RN for her 2 children under 2. The rest is history !! In my spare time, I like to swim, walk, read and travel. My skills include Experienced w Special Needs , medically fragile and...
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Oakdale, NY

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
respite care
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Maureen. I'm new to Florida oringinally from NY. I work for SCPS but am looking to make extra money. I enjoy working w the elderly as much as I enjoy working w kids !! I'm a people person. I have 15 yrs experience working in group homes for adults w special needs. I'm mature and responsible. My interests are my daughters...
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Nesconset, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's, Special needs and Hospice care. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well...

Care Member says "Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits. So happy to...

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Hi

Bay Shore, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'd describe my personality as trustworthy kind and loving I like caring for people with special needs because I have learned so much from working with people with special needs I'm looking for a job that is close to my home and early morning I started caring for people with special needs many years ago I have family...

Victoria V. says "Norma was amazing with my son. She is a beautiful person inside and out. She was reliable, punctual and great with communication. I felt so comfortable,...

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Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a 26-year-old certified Teacher Assistant with over seven years of experience. I graduated from Stony Brook University with a Bachelor's in Biology and plan to attend graduate school for Education. I have experience caring for children of all ages, both with and without special needs, and am trained in Nonviolent Crisis...

Sophia T. says "I first became acquainted with Annemarie through care.com, and she is one of the loveliest people I know. She has been working with my children for...

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Hauppauge, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
I'm currently a 19-year-old college student who has been babysitting for a few years. I have experience with special needs children, specifically autism, and I have my own transportation and am willing to drive and work flexible hours.

Erin P. says "Gabriella has been our morning sitter since September and has been such a rock for me and the kids. I can rely on her to be on time, the kids know they have...

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Ronkonkoma, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

Meryl B. says "I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my...

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Patchogue, NY

5.0(0)
from
$21/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
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Nanny/babysitter

Holbrook, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
Hi there, I have two grown children of my own and can appreciate the importance of your endeavor. I work at a middle school for 10+ years helping children with special needs. I can assist with homework after school activities and play dates The school does background check so that should provide some extra peace of mind for you....

Carrie Y. says "Karen is great! She cared for our 3 kids after school. She was always on time and helped manage unpacking, homework, and helping to straighten up. We...

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Caregiver

Smithtown, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...

Maureen R. says "We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot;...

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Bay Shore, NY

from
$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
I have worked at a daycare center for about 1. 5. I worked at the JCC with children with special needs.
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Hauppauge, NY

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have about 6 years of paid child care experience for children ages 11 months to 16 years! I have a lot of experience and have a soft spot for with children with special needs. I am open and willing to help with any activity and would love to make you and your children happy! :)
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Bay Shore, NY

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sasha and I'm 27 years old. I have 10 years of childcare experience as a nanny and preschool teacher. I've worked with children ranging from newborn to 17. I'm experienced with working with special needs of all kinds and am certified in CPR, seizure safety, AED, narcan, as well as a certified palliative care doula. My...
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Binghamton University Student With Lots Of Experience!

East Islip, NY

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
My name is Grace! I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old and have plenty of experience with all types of kids. I have watched multiple at once, including twin toddlers and I have worked with a special needs child for several years. I have a car and am very reliable. I am a student at Binghamton University so I'd have to...
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Weekend Babysitter

Holtsville, NY

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Leanne and I am passionate about providing care and support to kids, people with special needs and seniors. I have always had a natural empathy and understanding for those who may require extra assistance in their daily lives. I am patient, compassionate, and dedicated to ensuring the well-being and comfort of those...
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Holtsville, NY

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$19/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a 63-year-old grand mother of two twin girls have CPR training and a grandchild with special needs I watch them each week and care for them for eight hours plus while my daughter works as a nurse. I am a mother of two girls also that are now professional adults. Would love to have a meet with you and your family.
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Helping Hands

Ronkonkoma, NY

from
$28/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Unexpectedly, I had to take care of an extended family member. With minimal experience, I learned to bring her back to Health I had to advocate for a woman with special needs. Know when to call an ambulance. Know when to call a Doctor Know when an attorney was needed for being declined for a rehab! Wrapping it with her coming...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.20/hr as of January 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Oakdale, NY

Special Needs Caregivers in Oakdale, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Wendy M.

Wendy has worked for me for 6 years. I have a special needs daughter and she has been a life saver. She is very reliable and works well with...

- Andrea I.

Elise H.

Elise is so kind, patient, trustworthy and reliable. She currently taking amazing care of my parents and they look forward to her visits....

- Care member

Norma A.

Norma was amazing with my son. She is a beautiful person inside and out. She was reliable, punctual and great with communication. I felt so...

- Victoria V.

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