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Julia A.

Experienced In Elderly Care .also In Special Needs.very Dependable.

Rumford, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 15 years experience as a CNA specializing in children with autism, muscular dystrophy, elderly clients with cognitive impairment.
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Rachel D.

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 8 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers and special needs children. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and...

Scott H. says "It has been such a huge relief finding Rachel on this site to pickup our son from his charter school and being him home about 45 minutes away. She has a...

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Liz S.

Caregiver

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have almost 30 years of personal care attendant and nursing assistant experience. I love the elderly population and people with special needs. I'm considerate and empathetic by nature and would treat your family as I would my own. My past experience with the elderly specializes with Alzheimer and dementia patients but would...

Care Member says " We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of her on our...

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Astrid C.

Professional Nanny/ Babysitter /Date Night

Central Falls, RI

4.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
A well-mannered, articulate, and responsible nanny, with great deal of experience and interest in children and their development. A confident child career who is emotionally mature and possess high energy levels and an ability to develop close relationships with both children and families. Possessing excellent communication...

Zoe H. says "I found Astrid to be very personable, easy to work with and trustworthy. Comfortable with and around children, evidently has prior experience and knowledge....

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Timmy-jae M.

Loving Nanny And Helping Hand

North Attleboro, MA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am a 28-year-old South African nanny living in North Attleboro, MA. I'm open, warm, loving, honest, and kind. I'm a career nanny with a genuine love for my profession. 10+ years overall experience. I'm also a mom, so I understand the need for quality childcare. My sons are 2. 5 years and 7 months old. I have education in early...

Care Member says "Timmy is fantastic. She cared for our son starting when he was seven months old and was kind, confident, and trustworthy from the first day. She...

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Chrystal B.

Hello Parents

Providence, RI

4.3(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hello Moms & Dad's I'm currently seeking a new full time or part time childcare position. I've worked as a Nanny and BabyNurse for long over 15 years, am also a Certified Foster Parent with the state of Rhode Island. My hope is that I can find a great family, where I can offer safety, a peace of mind to your family & a helping...

Care Member says "Chrystal is extremely dependable. She was always so flexible with our chaotic schedule. When initially talking to her, she was well spoken and very...

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Michelle F.

Caring Nanny With 10+ Years Experience

Johnston, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, my name is Michelle and this is my twelvth year taking care of children. What started as babysitting on date nights for some of my high school teachers has blossomed into a decade of caring for children for several families across the state of Rhode Island. From after-school pick up, full-time nannying, and weekend date...

Christine D. says "It is with great pleasure that we recommend Michelle F. as a caregiver. She watched our one-year-old son frequently from 2018 onward. Michelle is...

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Brianna G.

Educator Looking To Nanny Near Providence!

Providence, RI

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hi, my name is Bri! I currently work as a teachers assistant and have been working with students with special needs for about 3 years. I am looking for new opportunities to work more intimately with families outside the classroom! I have CPR and First Aid training as well as reliable transportation. I am trained in various...

Care Member says "Bri worked with my special needs daughter for over 2 years. She was patient and energetic, the perfect combination for my daughter. Bri took the...

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Sandi C.

Hi! I'm Sandi

Attleboro, MA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I provide a loving and fun environment for children. I was an art instructor at the Attleboro Arts museum and worked with children ages 3 to 18 and the special needs population, ages 4 to 65. I was given the most beloved and fun title at the museum. I would ensure that each and every child or adult felt good about what they had...

Care Member says "Sandi has been a wonderful addition to our family. We hired Sandi to look after our 4 month old son back in October 2024. It is clear she cares very...

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Teresa N.

Professional Nanny

North Attleboro, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello, I have Over 20 years of nanny experience and excellent references. Over the years, I've worked for several families long term, including multiples (triplets) and special needs ( CP.) I have many years of experience with infant and toddler care as well. If you are looking for a trustworthy professional who puts your...

Sarah C. says "Teresa was an amazing nanny to our special needs son for 3 years. She is kind, calm, compassionate, and in tuned to children. She has a lot of experience...

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Christine B.

North Attleboro, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi! My name is Christine and I am a mother of four adult children, grandmother of an active 2 1/2-year-old grandson, married and have a dog. I'm retired after working as a Teachers Aide with Special Needs Children for 15 1/2 years. I hold a Certificate for an Assistant Behavior Analyst and have my Associates Degree in Science in...

Kerri-anne M. says "As a mother and a teacher, Christine understood exactly what I needed, and she was able to easily adapt to my kids. She's great! She even makes me...

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Alana B.

CNA/Special Needs/Childcare/Errands/Transportation/Housekeeping

Providence, RI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I love caring for people, assisting in daily life activities, getting to try new things. My passion to do healthcare began at the age of 16, and I have worked with a variety of a person's needs for 17 years. Daily hygiene care, hoyer lift system, senior care, Alzheimer, handicap, etc. Let me know what I can do for you, or your...

Care Member says "Alana is very kind and caring. She goes above and beyond to be helpful in anyway. "

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Deborah D.

Direct Support Professional

Cranston, RI

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi, my name is Debbie and I have over 20 years experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with psychiatric disorders, and those with autism. I currently work part time for the J Arthur Trudeau Center with 5 developmentally disabled men in a group home setting. I am responsible for medication...

Thomas K. says "Wonderful caregiver. Would certainly rehire."

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Kristen S.

Master's Degree In Early Childhood Education, looking To Show Your Child The Wonders Of The World!

North Attleboro, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have a Master's Degree in Education, managed my own preschool for over 3 years and worked for the Westwood school system. I have had the wonderful experience as a substitute teacher and a paraprofessional for a child with special needs. I raised my children, worked a full time job and provided childcare for neighbors, family,...

Mark Q. says "Kristen is the best Nanny we've ever had (and we've had a few). Honestly she's less like a nanny and more like a professional pre-school teacher and child...

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Kathy S.

A Caregiver For All Ages :)

Cumberland, RI

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi I am a Certified CNA , CMA and PCA. I have been enjoying being a babysitter and caregiver for 20 + years, over these many years I have worked in an Occupational Health Clinic, Group homes for special needs, Nursing Homes and in Private Care. I am high energy . I'm not into texting, social media or my own TV shows,...

Arthur K. says "My Dad -- who has dementia and therefore difficulty accepting new people in the house -- really liked her the one time she has come so far. I know we...

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Julia T.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist

Pawtucket, RI

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
My name is Julia, and I have been a caregiver for the past 16 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, and Phlebotomist. I am passionate about the caregiving work that I do. I have experience caring for people of all ages, and have worked on cases that are complex. I have take care...

Care Member says "Julia is an outstanding caretaker. She took care of my mother who had complex medical issues and needed 24/7 care. Julia was kind, caring, and highly...

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Rachel D.

Warwick, RI

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I am writing to apply for the position of Personal Caregiver. As a compassionate and capable individual with more than 7 years of experience providing transportation and assistance to individuals with a variety of needs, I am confident that I am the ideal candidate for the role. I enjoy working with people, and I enjoy...

Dora H. says "That she is a very good caring person!"

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Ana A.

Hello My Name Is Ana How May I Help

Pawtucket, RI

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience
I've been a CNA for a little over 8 years now and I love what I do ! I've worked in nursing homes, assisted living memory care facilities , and also private care one-on-one . I'm look forward to hearing from you ! I m here to help any way that I can. Feel free to ask me for my resume or any other questions

Kayla D. says "Ana is very attentive and clean. My boys absolutely loved her. My 2 year old has issues with being aggressive and listening but she handles him well. I...

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Mary B.

Providence, RI

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hi, I'm Mary! I have been working with children for over 10 years. I have experience working with children of all ages, including infants. I enjoy being outside, getting creative, and planning age appropriate fun activities to help aid in child development. In the past I have specialized in working with children with special...

Liz D. says "Mary was amazing!!!! Kind and easy going. She is knowledgeable and trustworthy. She took excellent care of my severely autistic son and my busy wild...

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Carmen M.

Hi I Am A Homemaker.Home Health Aide.

Central Falls, RI

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
7 years experience
I bean a care giver for 7 years. from bathing to hospice. I am a loving charming person love to take care other with love and respect. funny and very hard worker. I do what ever it take to see a smile in any person face.
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Rachel D.

It has been such a huge relief finding Rachel on this site to pickup our son from his charter school and being him home about 45 minutes...

- Scott H.

Liz S.

We found Liz on Care.com and she was our Godsend. My Mom was in the depths of Dementia when my husband and I could no longer take care of...

- Care member

Astrid C.

I found Astrid to be very personable, easy to work with and trustworthy. Comfortable with and around children, evidently has prior...

- Zoe H.

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