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I have learnt how to be patient and also supportive I'm responsible I also provide a comforting presence I offer emotional support, encouragement and companionship to the disabled individual. My job includes preparing meals and managing other household duties.
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- $27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
For the past 10 years, I've had the privilege of supporting families by providing nurturing and dependable childcare. My approach is patient and calm, and I love bringing creativity and imagination into playtime, especially through outdoor sports and educational games. I have a college degree and hold certifications in CPR...
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
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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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- $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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- $30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a retired elementary school teacher. I am CPR/AED certified. I taught a Pre-K readiness program and designed a Pre-K music and arts curriculum. I have experience with special needs children. I am also a CNA and Geriatric Specialist. I am experienced in private and institutional settings. I offer child care, and companion /...
Liz B. says " I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We trust her very...
I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, my name is Jocelynne. I have been babysitting since I was 15 years old and have always naturally gravitated toward being someone who loves to babysit and care for children, definitely an innate trait for being the oldest sibling. My most up to date babysitting experience is that I am currently babysitting for a family &...
Mila C. says "I came across Jocelynne's care.com page as I was looking for babysitters for my busy schedule. From the moment I met her I knew she'd be the one to be there...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello my name is Patty I am 47 years old and I have always enjoyed working with children I got my first job as a babysitter at the age of 13 in high school I took a BOCES course for child care the first year we ran a preschool in the BOCES and the second year I worked in the elementary school with kindergartners and first...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
For the past 20 years I work with special needs kids in the sachem school district. I am patient and loving. I also have been a personal asst. for a young adult with special needs. I have raised my two sons and they are both young adults with career jobs now. I would love to come and be an asset to your family.
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
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...
Available Weekdays And Or Weekends For When Parents Have To Go To Work Or Go Out.
Middle Island, NY
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- $17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
Experienced child care with 2 young boys, 1 with special needs. I have a full time job managing a business. I attend school daily. I am currently in college looking forward to get my degree in social work.
Hello! I am Kiara I am 21-year-old and I have my bachelor degree in Social Work from Stonybrook University. I am dedicated and compassionate caregiver. I have hands-on experience working with both children and adults with IDD/Developmental disabilities, including autism, down syndrome.
My journey in this work began in...
Highly motivated, passionate child care professional dedicated to serving developmentally delayed and other special needs children. Seeking an opportunity to work in an encouraging and positive environment long term. Competent in working with multiple children, autistic children and physically challenged children. Organized and...
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- $17/hr
I am well comfortable caring for children and / or teenagers with physical and / or mental disabilities.
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Justine, I have been around kids practically my whole life. I started on my own at the age of 12. I used to watch my four cousins (one with autism). I am great with kids of all ages. I also have beautiful baby boy who is one and a half and always loves to be doing something and going out and enjoying the weather and...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi! I'm Arianna. I know how much trust it takes to let someone care for your child and my goal is to make you feel completely at ease. I have four years of childcare experience, including 1. 5 years as a nanny for a toddler and a newborn, as well as experience with special-needs care. I'm patient, gentle, and focused on each...
I have been caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience caring full time for children with learning, physical and or emotional disabilities. I also have experience with hearing impaired and can sign. I am currently a care taker for a 3-year-old boy who requires physical therapy, occupational therapy, special...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Greetings, I am a 29-year-old mother blessed with three amazing children. My professional journey began as a nanny immediately after completing high school. Throughout the years, I have cultivated strong connections with the children I have looked after, witnessing their transformation into young adults. I take immense pride in...
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a certified CNA with over 10 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I assist with daily living activities, medication reminders, mobility support, and companionship. My goal is to ensure comfort, dignity, and a positive environment for every person I care...
My name Cassandra W., I have been working for Eastern Suffolk Boces for 5 years, and children are my absolute passion. I work at an elementary school and work with children with autism, ADHD, aspergers, behavioral, etc.. I am very energetic, very positive, uplifting, enjoy what I do. I take care of children like they are my own....
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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
Amanda M.
I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good...
- Meryl B.
Felicia C.
I absolutely love Felicia! She has been such a big help to our family. My daughter always looks forward to seeing Felicia every week. We...
- Liz B.
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