Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Plainfield, CT

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

5.0

(1)

I am a mother to three children of my own. I have been a CNA/PCA since I was 18 years old. I have experience with adaptive equipment and multiple special needs. I have a passion for helping others.

Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"She's been a huge help watching my toddler while I work. She's been reliable and helped on short notice a few occasions! She's been flexible during unforeseen schedule changes and offered a thorough report on our child's day. If you have a young child they'll be in...

Elaine K.

Karen L.

Chepachet, RI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

(2)

I am compassionate, dependable, caring, person. I have over 15 years of experience with Alzheimer's / dementia. I have volunteered for hospice, my local Department of Human Services, Animal Shelter, and Ambulance Corp. I have had over 4 years experience working hands on with developmentally challenged, mentally ill, and special...

Karen can also help with: Dementia, personal care

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally...

Joyce T.

Denise L.

Foster, RI

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Devoted Care-giver By Nature

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Denise. I began my care-taking career by taking care of my father, a disabled Korean war vet with PTSD. Years later my mother was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and diabetes. I treasured caring for her until the end of her journey. I also raised three children with special needs. Through these experiences I realized...

Denise can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care

5.0

"I have met dozens of caregivers over the past five years since my mom has needed full-time help. I can say without hesitation that Denise is on my "A List" of the best of the best. She has a giving, warm personality, sense of humor and comfort with elders. My mom...

Lori S.

Savannah C.

Pomfret Center, CT

$18-45/hr • 9 yrs exp

Outgoing, Good With Children, Personable, Patient, And Creative

5.0

(2)

Hi I'm Savannah and I'm a 2019 high school graduate. I've just returned from living in the UK for 6 months working as an Au Pair! I currently work at a daycare as the head preschool teacher and was the head infant teacher before I made my move to the UK. I've worked there for 3 years :) I started working with children at a young...

Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Savannah is a close family friend who has cared for my daughter multiple times. She is amazing with my daughter! My daughter loved her every time she would care for her and never wanted her to leave. She is amazing with children. She played with my daughter,...

Chelsie F.

Cindy B.

Windham, CT

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have many years of experience I worked with visiting nurses, hospice, rehabilitation etc. I am very easy-going very easy to get along with and take pride in my work. I have experience with ADLs I am CPR, first aid, EpiPen, med certified.

Jackie F.

North Scituate, RI

$20-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

Care Taker

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, seizure disorder, and also have experience with care of elderly with dementia. I have administered medication, helped with bathing and changing, I can also prepare meals, low sodium, low sugar, whatever is needed. I will provide the best care for you or...

5.0

"We hired Jackie to watch our 4 month old daughter for the month of February Monday- Friday 8:30-5:30. She was wonderful! She was so loving and engaged with our daughter. She was excellent with keeping her on a schedule, feedings, changing and nap time. We also...

Catherine A.

Jamie L.

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

I Ensure That Your Children Are In Safe Hands, While Providing A Fun And Stimulating Environment.

5.0

(5)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am new to Care. com; however, I am not new to childcare or pet care! I am married and have three beautiful stepdaughters (ages 16, 9, and 7) as well as a precious baby of my own (4 months). I am also the fur mom of two dogs and two cats. I love crafts, baking, and making memories, so I have no problem spending the day...

Jamie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"I have known Jamie since she was 16, when she started to baby sit my son for me. He is nonverbal and lower functioning and let me just say how incredibly thankful I was that I found someone who didn’t treat him any differently! We have continued to use her over the...

Care member

Lynn W.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I finished college and received a degree in Early Childhood Education from Three Rivers Community College. I've been babysitting for 15 years. I have worked in a child care center for three years. I love working with kids because they are learning as they go. I have experience with special needs children and adults too. I am...

Lynn can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

CNA

CPR

Early Education

5.0

"We only talked through email but she was very punctual and responded extremely fast! Hope to look to her in the future for any date night needs."

Stacie M.

Kathy T.

Storrs Mansfield, CT

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energetic Care Giver Seeking An Opportunity To Help!

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since taking early retirement late last year, I have been helping my dad (age 94) and his wife. My dad has had increased difficulty getting around and had lost a good deal of his short term memory. I've helped with meal preparation, cleaning, and I have driven them to medical appointments and helped them with errands. I have...

Joann R.

Gales Ferry, CT

$21-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver.

5.0

(6)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...

Joann can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"My wife and I were very lucky to have family available to care for our children while we worked for a long time however, the time inevitably came to search for outside help. We were extremely nervous about what this change, and what to expect with it, and we began...

Care member

Angela O.

Pomfret Center, CT

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(2)

Hi! My name is Angela and I have been around children for 10+ years. I have worked with new borns, toddlers & special needs children. I love to get creative while babysitting, whether building a fort or arts and craft or playing outside. Kids are my passion, which babysitting allows me to do what I love everyday! I would love to...

Angela can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Angela loves working with children with a desire to go above and beyond!"

Care member

Ashley J.

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 9 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. I also have 2 years (professional) experience with children with varying special needs, though my experience surpasses such. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and...

Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Ashley was our nanny during the 2022-23 school year and she was fantastic. She was extremely reliable, great with the kids (ages 8 and 6), and professional. We would hire her in an instant and highly recommend her if you're looking for a nanny or a one-time...

Steven C.

Heather K.

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Educated Professional

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experienced educated professional available for caregiving positions. I have experience with all ages & special needs individuals. I have over 15 years experience providing all levels of care for individuals from birth till advanced stages of life. I have experience from School Readiness Programs to group homes with individuals...

Heather can also help with: Light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"My family would recommend Heather for any of your needs. Heather is very professional and accmadating. Heather has a lot of experience and is full of knowledge! Heather took care of my needs like I was her own family, she is also very understanding and flexible...

Care member

Sara R.

Uncasville, CT

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable And Energetic

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years experience as an instructional assistant in an elementary school working with children from ages 3 to 11, including special needs. I have 2 grown children and a 19-month-old grandchild that I've cared for since birth. I am looking for a long term position in which I am able to watch your children grow and get to...

Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0

"- [ ] Sara has been our nanny since October. She quickly became part of our family helping care for our 2 year old intermittently and then full time with our son who was born in December. Our son had challenging GI issues and Sara stepped right in from him being in...

Care member

Mackenzie B.

Putnam, CT

$24/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience. I worked in a daycare for almost 2 years. I had watched two children on the weekends that are in foster care for a total of 2 years. I also have nannied for a family including a 1. 5-year-old and a 6-year-old! I am CPR certified. I have training with special needs individuals. I have some background...

Mackenzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0

"Machenzie is a very dependable sweet young lady. We have used her often the past year and a half. She has never once cancelled or been late . My children love her and she has become a member of our family network!"

Michelle R.

Joann R.

Gales Ferry, CT

$17-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...

Nichole B.

$25-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

I Love Kids And Animals

I am I mom of 4 grown daughters and I been working with adults with special needs for over 25 years I'm looking for a job that I love

Nichole can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Katherine R.

North Franklin, CT

$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Katherine! I have been caring for kids since I was 14. I have also worked in daycares and at a school for kids with special needs before moving out here! I love the outdoors, crafts, and pets!

Katherine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Amy K.

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi my name iS Amy I'm 47 married I've been a CNA for 20 + years I have a small business where I do senior care Housecleaning dog sitting and walking I could possibly help one of the days I have some open availability hope to hear from u soon

Jordan P.

$13-15/hr

Willing To Work Part-Time