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Karen K.

Special Needs Care - Adults Of All Ages

Westborough, MA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a reliable and compassionate person, and I am always aware of safety. I find working with adults/seniors to be rewarding and enjoyable. For more than 15 years, I was employed as an Occupational Therapist. I did not like paperwork and attending meetings, so I changed my career path to working directly with people....
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Kayla F.

Full-time Caregiver Available For The Summer

Hudson, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience
I spent last summer working at an overnight camp for children with special needs, where I gained experience working with children from ages 6-18 with a wide range of diagnoses, abilities, and needs. At the camp, we were trained in behavior management techniques for working with children with special needs. Working on goal...

Cassandra G. says "Kayla F. and I worked together at a residential summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral problems and developmental disabilities. Kayla...

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Holly P.

Cherry Valley, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
I'm 50yrs old and living I have worked with both children and adults with a wide range of disabilities that includes neurological, emotional, developmental, and extensive behavioral issues, in residential, public schools, and private settings for over 20 years. I am very good at what I do and love making a difference in other...

Cherie M. says "Holly was reliable, respectful, patient and supportive. At the same time, she was able to maintain boundaries while fostering on-going growth and...

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Kelley H.

Registered Nurse Available Part-Time

Shirley, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
hospice services
visiting nurse
dementia
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...

Claudia S. says "I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she...

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Kelley H.

Part-time Caregiver/RN Available

Shirley, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...

Jonathan H. says "Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties...

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Karen K.

Special Needs Care: Adults Of All Ages

Westborough, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I truly enjoy working with individuals with special needs because I find it rewarding to get to know the whole person, their strengths, interests, habits, and areas of challenge. I am seeking a position that does not require me to provide physical assistance (heavy lifting, positioning, transfers...) For 13 years I worked as an...

Peter B. says "Karen is very compassionate and caring. She cared of my uncle and was a complete joy. We both looked forward to seeing her especially my uncle. She was...

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Alena H.

Ayer, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Alena, I am 24 years old! Something fun about me is I love my dog, farm animals and the outdoors. I adore shaping the minds of young children and watching them explore/learn. Fun things I like to do while babysitting/nannying are crafts, explore outside, read books etc. I've worked at a daycare, and been a nanny for...

Donna C. says "Alena occasionally babysits my two children when we have date nights and she the kids and us love her! She helps out tremendously and we couldn't be more...

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Frank S.

Child Care Giver With Special Needs Experience

North Grafton, MA

4.2(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I am also a professional chef and a parent. What better combination could you get in a caregiver! Since retiring I have provided child care for several families, including homeschooling a 3rd and 8th...

Tenley P. says "Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind, and gentle. He...

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Joselin N.

Part Time To Personal Care Attendant Work

Worcester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
I am work assisting elderly at their houses. also experienced in special need care and pets assistance as well. Caring and loving person, being able to help in other people's lives makes my own life better.

Care Member says "Joselin has been caring for my elderly father for a year and a half. She is reliable, caring and trustworthy. She goes above and beyond caring for my...

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Samantha A.

Nanny Part-Time

Worcester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Samantha. I have been nannying for just over 5 years while putting myself through graduate school. I am 27 years old and have a Masters degree in School Psychology with an Applied Behavior Analysis concentration. I am a full time school psychologist in a public elementary school and I am looking for...

Stacey F. says "Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always...

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Jenny P.

Worcester, MA

4.5(0)
from
$16/hr
My 2 oldest children have Tourette's. I have 2 good friends that are different degrees of autism that I reacted with often before COVID. I I would bring bowling or mini golfing and dance with . The other loved dancing and coloring but has little communication skills.
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Katherine B.

Experienced Caregiver Seeking Employment

Oakham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Kate! I have experience in nannying and babysitting including spending a year working full time as the nanny to a newborn. I am currently seeking part time hours. My schedule is flexible. I have over 10 years of experience in caregiving, including five years with children and four years working with individuals and...

Crystal R. says "Kate is such a wonderful caregiver to our son. She's very knowledgeable about child development and skilled in working with him (he is 9 months). He took...

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Bendu S.

Worcester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 10+ years experience caring for individuals with special needs. This field has brought me to know family. I enjoy working and making long lasting relationship.

Joanna B. says "Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help...

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Kyleigh S.

I Will Care For Your Kiddos As If They Were My Family!

Marlborough, MA

5.0(1)
from
$37/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Kyleigh and I'm 21! I am a certified daycare teacher in Marlborough! I have cared for many different family's ranging from newborn to 12 years old. Children with special needs and a set of twins! I have no problem helping with household tasks such as errands, cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc! I have my own transportation,...

Care Member says "Kyleigh has a strong passion and understanding for kids and so great with them. Our 2 year old, who takes awhile to warm up to people, warmed up to her...

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Holly P.

Child/Adult Care Specializing In Special Needs

Cherry Valley, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! Over the years I have worked as a child/adult care provider, specializing in Special Needs. I have provided one on one care for kids, teens, and adults with a wide array of disabilities which include Behavioral Intervention, Management, and Modification. I have excellent references and would prefer to work 1:1. My skills are...

Kathleen C. says "Holly cared for my son who has special needs...medical, social/emotional, and educational. She was very responsible and reliable. He quickly built trust...

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Frank S.

Special Needs Child Care

North Grafton, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I can help boost your child's social and academic development and can run facilitated play groups with friends. I have experience with a broad range of special needs and have been told I have a calm and...

Wendy W. says "Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a...

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Lucas R.

Athol, MA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
2 years experience
I'm from Brazil, I'm Patient, kind and will offer the best to you and your loved ones. I'm bachelor in architecture and I know to cook some good things . I love to go out and breathing fresh air, like to hike, swimming and skiing I also love to spend time with my dog Alisa. I'm MAP, first aide and CPR trained .

Care Member says "Lucas has done an absolutely wonderful job working with our son. He’s incredibly conscientious and caring and makes a genuine effort to understand and...

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Vanessa B.

Nanny Looking To Babysit Occasionally

Winchendon, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been a nanny for 20 years. Before that, I worked at a before and after-school program at an elementary school, and also at a daycare in the infant toddler room. I've worked with ages 3 months -17 years old. I have plenty of experience working with children. I've worked with special needs with early intervention, speech...

Care Member says "Vanessa has been the Nanny for our now 3 Year Old and 5 year old for the past 3 years. She is wonderful with my children and always keeps them busy and...

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Joselin N.

Experience With Autism

Worcester, MA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
The love of my life is autistic ( there is not a lot more to say) .. autistic it's not easy and challenge me everyday but make me a better human more empathetic with other make me able to care others ( no matters who) with love and patience

Paula E. says "May 2023: Joselin was a very responsive provider for our young adult son and jumped right into helping him, accommodating his schedule/meeting him when...

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Carina O.

Worcester, MA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Large experience with children. Past 6 years I worked as babysitter for a family in Shrewsbury. Worked for Thom early intervention with special needs children. Many years as CNA for Alzheimer's center and house cleaner/ keeper. Love kids and pets. I always work beyond my bosses expectations. Reliable and supportive person.
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Kayla F.

Kayla F. and I worked together at a residential summer camp for children with emotional and behavioral problems and developmental...

- Cassandra G.

Holly P.

Holly was reliable, respectful, patient and supportive. At the same time, she was able to maintain boundaries while fostering on-going...

- Cherie M.

Kelley H.

I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put...

- Claudia S.

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