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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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James H.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

5.0

(1)

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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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Eden C.


Kingston, NY

$15-22/hr2 yrs exp

Caring Teacher For Special Needs

5.0

(2)

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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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Willow G.


Saugerties, NY

$49/hr

Gracefully Moving Through Tough Transitions

5.0

(2)

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Certified in Neuro-linguistic and Neuro-Semantics Coach, Release Emotional Trauma, Educate on how to meditate, manage pain with breath, move through the discomfort, retrain the brain introducing new patterns, new ways of thinking, behaving, BEing.
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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

5.0

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Hi, I worked with children for many years. I've cared for the elderly before teaching and also worked with children of special needs. I came back to where I love being and that is with the elder. I've been caring for the elderly for over 28years. I've worked in nursing homes and privately in many homes. I'm experienced with...
5.0
"I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is...

Reviewed by Carolyn G.

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Julia B.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

4.0

(4)

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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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Cindy H.


Saugerties, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

(2)

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Hi my name is Cindy I have one son 23. I worked as a Montessori teacher for many years and had my own little private school/daycare for 8years. I've also cared the elderly for the past 8 years.
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Catherine I.


Rhinebeck, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

5.0

(2)

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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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Rachel S.


Saugerties, NY

$50/hr10 yrs exp

After School Babysitter

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Hello, I'm a mom of 4 who can provide care . I have over 20 years experience as well as experience working with children with special needs
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Bridget G.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Primary Child Care/virtual Education Facilitator

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I am a 51-year-old mother of 2 grown children. I am a NYS certified and licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working in a social work setting, providing home child care and working in a public elementary school with typical students and those with special needs. I am passionate about providing developmentally...
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Brenda G.


Saugerties, NY

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Warm And Charismatic Caregiver Looking To Help!

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I don't have specific Senior Care experience, but have provided care for children in various capacities including nanny for 10 years in addition to roles as companion to teens with special needs and house manager to a special needs family.
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Samantha G.


Kingston, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Adventure Creator

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I'm a certified school psychologist who has worked in elementary, middle and high school settings. I'm CPR and First Aid certified and have been caring for children as a sitter for 10+ years. I have experience with children who have special needs and will be happy to share my expertise . I love creating adventures for kids,...

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My youngest brother who I helped raise is on the spectrum, I have also worked as a one to one monitor for a child with a traumatic brain injury. I also work at ARC as a job coach for individuals with disabilities.
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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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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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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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Rachel S.


Saugerties, NY

$24-34/hr10 yrs exp

Respite/com Hab

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Hello, I have over 20 years experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have been an aid in a school for children with autism, respite and com hab worker. I have volunteered with local special Olympics and the Down syndrome association. I am also a mother of children with special needs.
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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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Debra R.


Kingston, NY

$10-15/hr

Care Giver

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Recently losing my father of 94 years and being instrumental in being his caregiver I have an awareness of the importance for families to know their loved ones are being cared for in a compassionate and responsible way. I have hands experience of this since I was his primary caregiver. Responsible for medication set up, hygiene,...
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Brenda G.


Saugerties, NY

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Have provided care for children in various capacities including nanny cumulatively for 10 years in addition to roles as companion to teens with special needs and house manager to a special needs family.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ruby, 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.

Cindy H.

5.0

I am a home health care physical therapist and had had the pleasure of working with clients that Cindy cares for. She takes her job seriously and genuinely cares about her clients and their families. She is skilled, attentive and willing to follow through with requests from a therapist such as...

- Carolyn G.

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.

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