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Michaela H.


Port Ewen, NY

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

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I have always had a love for teaching and caring for others. I have helped my grandmother with my uncle with special needs for as long as I can remember. I have worked for the past 3 years and have loved every minute of it. I have been able to help and watch people grow into even more incredible people than they were before I...
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James H.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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 creativity in helping us adapt to the changes. In the beginning,...

Reviewed by Melinda M.

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Julia B.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

4.0

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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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Eden C.


Kingston, NY

$15-22/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Teacher For Special Needs

5.0

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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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Catherine I.


Rhinebeck, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

5.0

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I've have been nannying for over 10 years and have experience with special needs, newborns and teaching in a learning setting. I have graduated nursing school, CPR certified and currently in school for NutrItion. I currently work in the NICU at AMC as a feeding technician. I am fully vaccinated against COVID and follow all...
5.0
"OUTSTANDING sitter! Catherine is warm, kind, caring, and enthusiastic - just the type of person that you want watching your child. From the moment she met our 2-1/2 year old, she right away sat down on the...

Reviewed by Bianca B.

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Allison Y.


Ulster Park, NY

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

3.3

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Hello! My name is Allison! Here's a little bit about what I'm experienced in; I am a certified EMT with CPR, First Aid, BLS. I've been an EMT since 2021 with well over 4, 000 diverse calls under my belt. I've got a lot of experience with special needs, developmental disorders, emotional disorders, mental health, elderly,...
5.0
"Punctual, respectful, and polite. Allison was everything we look for in a nanny. She does occasional weekends with us, we’ve had her watch our 2 kids, 1 and 6, around 8 times. 3 of those times were late notice....

Reviewed by Liah N.

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Olivia H.


Hurley, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny/Babysitter Available

5.0

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UPDATE SUMMER 2023: my schedule is filling up! Please reach out only for occasional sitting opportunities. I do not have regular full or part time availability at this time. Hi there! My name is Olivia. I am currently a 2nd grade teacher at a progressive independent school in Stone Ridge. I am a certified NYS teacher in grades...
5.0
"Olivia babysat my one year old on a regular basis last year, and I highly recommend her. She is a very patient, kind, and empathetic person, a demeanor that is well suited for taking care of small children....

Reviewed by Sarah H.

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Warren O.


Ulster Park, NY

$18-30/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate, Humorous Flexible Gentleman Full Of Humanity.

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I am male adult of sound mind from Kenya but living in the US. I'm a trained teacher. I have 6 years of experience in working with children, elderly and young adults including those with special needs. I can help, pet sitting, with transportation Services and Home Care and running errands. Also great companion to elders.
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Heidi B.


Kingston, NY

$8-50/hr3 yrs exp

CPR/First Aid Certified, Special Education Teacher, Available To Help With Childcare As Needed!

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Hello! My name is Heidi and I am a Special Education Teacher looking to provide care for children as needed. I am CPR/First Aid certified, am able to help support students academically, as well as provide safe and caring support to children. I have references available upon request. I am also fully vaccinated. I'd describe my...
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James H.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

SPECIAL NEEDS PROVIDER

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Since June 2019 to October 2020, I have been providing weekly elder care (bathing and dressing, transportation) to a man who suffered from traumatic brain injury. In the past, my medical employments have included the complete care for two quadriplegic males and an elderly man who had a colostomy procedure.
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Tammi L.


Hurley, NY

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Caregiver

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I have provided personal care in home to many challenged adults and children. I have 20+ years of experience in the Human Service Field and in home care. I'm reliable, responsible, trustworthy and caring. I'm CPR certified, First Aid, and CPS.
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Victoria B.


Hyde Park, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

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My name is Tori! I am a CNA currently, But I have an extensive background in various aspects of the care field. I have been in the care field for the past 10 plus years, with my first experiences in 2003 working with disabled adults. I have worked with individuals with special needs of all ages, from children to our elderly...
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Victoria A.


Hurley, NY

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! I will be graduating Russel Sage next year for eduction! I have been working with special needs students over the years and has become my passion! Very flexible and have the knowledge behind it!
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Billy J.


Staatsburg, NY

$14-20/hr

Compassionate Caregiver

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Hi all, Hope all is well. My name is Bilal but everyone calls me Billy. I just turned 30 and worked in television and film as well as advertising in a copywriting and strategist role. Due to COVID-19 I've since moved upstate with my parents for a few months as I get my affairs in order and work on some projects. I have...
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Sherri G.


Hyde Park, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced Special Needs Nanny/personal Care Assistant

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I have worked with adults with Autism spectrum disorder /DD and Down's syndrome and have done so for 18 years. I managed the facility for most of that time. I am trained in CPR/first aid and I am AMAP certified in New York State.(legally able to give medication ). I am well versed in medical terms and understand all diagnoses...
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Catherine I.


Rhinebeck, NY

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

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I'm an experience nanny with over 5 years of childcare work. I've worked with newborns to toddlers predominantly, taking care of their daily needs, taking them to and from appointments and as a live-in nanny when their parents went on vacations. I've worked with kids with special needs, with long-term illnesses and newborns from...
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Jennifer R.


Ruby, NY

$10-15/hr

Experienced Care Giver

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I have experience as a Teacher's Assistant teaching toddlers in a N. Y. State Listened Child Care Center. This summer I was a full time nanny, 5 days a week for two girls ages 6 and 11. I'm certified in Standard First Aid by the American Red Cross. I'm certified in Infant, Child, and Adult CPR by the American Red Cross. I own my...
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Vanessa M.


West Hurley, NY

$40/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a 42-year-old female with a 21year old daughter. I have been in the nursing field for 21 plus years . I have taken care of lots of people with all different kinds of medical conditions. I am a very patient, trusting. caring person. I have taken care of children while parents have worked and I can also help with...
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Alexis K.


Lake Katrine, NY

$18-24/hr1 yrs exp

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I currently work at a school for kids with disabilities. they are my absolute favorite kids and I love them like my own. I help them in any way I can possible when needed. I started sign language to help me out with communicating with them.
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Michele L.


Kingston, NY

$18-23/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi I'm Michele I am a certified PCA since 2014 I have my own transportation and references I am reliable and trustworthy I pay close attention to details and my employers expectations and standards I cook clean do laundry help with bathing sponge bath I'm a great companion I'm good natured and have a lot of patience

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Port Ewen, NY

James H.

5.0

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 creativity in helping us adapt to the changes. In the beginning, we need help just once a day a few times each week. At the end, James often came to care...

- Melinda M.

Catherine I.

5.0

Catherine watched our 1 year old son while we attended a wedding in the Catskills. He immediately warmed up to her and barely noticed when we left. She took amazing care of him, and communicated with us well throughout the evening. I would highly recommend her!

- Nicole M.

Allison Y.

5.0

Excellent care. On time. Wasn’t on her phone at all. She Attentive to my child and engaged with him. My child has medical problems with her being trained it made us more comfortable. She helped with his care at home a couple times also. They read books, played educational games. And she went above...

- Emily G.

Olivia H.

5.0

Olivia is a dream child-care provider - any parent would be lucky to have her caring for their child. She watched my son from 14 months to over 2.5 years old, and we know our son has grown into the happy, curious boy he is largely due to her care. Olivia is attentive, smart, compassionate, creative...

- Lauren M.

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