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Homemaker and Companion
Dear Sir/Madam,
My education and training make me an ideal candidate for this position. My resume will show you that I am the best candidate for your open position.
My educational background has prepared me for the role of companionship. In particular, my study of CNA has given me a solid background so...
I have worked for over 20 years in the education setting with children and young adults with varying special needs. Some had emotional and behavioral issues, learning disabilities, cognitive functioning issues and many were on the Autism Spectrum. I also spent 3 years doing private duty work in the same field. I never considered...
I would like to help with your special needs period I had a sister who had down syndrome. I have a godson who has cerebral palsy. I do home care. I used to work for hospice. I love to try new things and learn. And i'm willing to help you in your time in need
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- $18/hr
My name is Johanne
I am certified Nursing Assistant /CNA. I have work as a caretaker for the last 20+ years. . I love what I do is very important to make a difference in someone's life and be able to be there for them and they know you will always show up. I have experience taking-care of people with disability as Artistic,...
Hello, my name is Dana. I am a nursing school graduate. I love working with children of all ages. I have several years of experience. I also have experience with children who have special needs. If you have any further questions, I would be more than happy to answer them.
I am a nanny and also caregiver .
I am a very patient person , love helping , taking to places, feeding, bathing , cooking
And I follow directions what needs.
Home modification
hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
errands
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Hello. I'm a certified nursing assistant /CNA/DCS Worker.
I have over 20 years+ experience. I also have worked in nursing homes, assisted living and hospitals. I have work in private home and facilities. I also work with special needs adult and children I have experience caring for Dementia , Alzheimer's, Parkinson, Cancer,...
Grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop, and I have 4 years of experience as a childcare provider. I'm patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I'm also experienced with special needs children and have First Aid Training and CPR Training.
I believe...
Lisa O. says "Stephanie was lovely and we would definitely use her again!"
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- $18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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I have 10 years of experience. I started as a mothers helper and moved up to reoccurring babysitting. I also worked as an after school aide for third and 4th graders for a year in high school. Moving on to college I started working at a daycare. I worked at this daycare for 2. 5 years and mostly worked with ages 1-2-year-olds. I...
Mary B. says "Julia watched our 20 month old son when we were in town for a wedding. She was on time and professional. She sent updates and got him to fall asleep at...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
I have experience aiding people with showering and with bed baths. I have reminded people to take their medications. I've aided people with personal care, and helped them with cooking and feeding.
I have experience helping people with hover lifts, wheel chairs, and hospital beds.
I have 20 years of experience with Alzheimer's,...
Michal R. says "Karina took care of my mother in law 5 days a week for 4 months. She was very competent and kind, and she developed a wonderful rapport with my mother in...
Hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
errands
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I am a State of CT Registered Certified Nurses Aide/PCA-personal care assistant with over 25 years experience in all phases of home care such as Hospice, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Elder Care, Handicapped, Dept of Mental Rehab, Down Syndrome, Combative Patients, Special Needs Children. During my years as a CNA/PCA, I have received...
Care Member says "Joann recently took care of my 90-year-old mom who was recovering from Lung Cancer treatment and was then bedridden due to compression fractures in her...
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- $18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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I have been watching children since high school. I did that for three years. After high school, I taught 2 and 3-years-old's in Sunday school. I also worked with a before and after-school program with children (from kindergarten to grade five) for a year (and was the site's leader). After a few years passed, I got married to a...
Doug M. says "We spoke with Pauline on the phone - excellent communication, very efficient, and very helpful. We didn't hire Pauline only because our plans changed but...
To whom this may concern, my name is Grace and I have over 15 years of Special Needs experience. I have maintained, aided with, and even improved the quality of life, of many. Each individual, I feel, has potential... It's just, unlocked a little differently, with each person.
For the tme I have had, I've only wanted to...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
BIO
Hello families! I am 32 years old. Fluent in English and Spanish. I am a U. S. citizen with a clean driving record/background. I have been a nanny since 2010 before that I studied Early Care and Education and worked as a teacher's aide for 4 years. I started my ECE education at my Technical highschool where ECE was my trade,...
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- $50/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
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Hi there! My name is Tatjana and I am in my mid 30s, RN Licensed in the State of Connecticut, and I have over 10+ years of Nanny experience. I have babysat children of all ages including twins, multiples, and special needs children. I am CPR, First Aid, and BLS Certified. I have my own vehicle and I am a nonsmoker. I currently...
Sarah K. says "Tatjana worked for us for over a year. We only let go of her because I quit my job and could no longer afford a nanny. She was very much a part of our...
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- $17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Ambria and I am a college sophomore. My major is radiology. I truly enjoy working with people of all ages. I find that no matter who you work with, patience is the key to success. I may not have the most experience in relation to caring for those with special needs, but I have the compassion for it. I am a Certified...
Nichole M. says "Ambria was great! She helped cook and clean for party. Didn't have to give much direction she just knew what to do! Would definitely hire her again. "
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- $26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
mobility assistance
errands
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Over the past 17 years, I've cared for numerous people with different medical issues. Some of those issues include Alzheimer's/dementia, blindness, loss of hearing, and different levels of mobility. For my clients I will prepare meals, do light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, errands, transport to doc apts, assist...
Care Member says "Terri was nothing but professional and took the utmost care of my husband in our time of need. She was proactive, a self starter, gentle and incredibly...
I Am A Hand On Fun Sitter. Singing And Dancing. Crafts And Outdoor Nature Hunts
Milford, CT
5.0(1)
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- $30/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a 52-year-old mother of 5 daughters
I have been working with children since I was 13. I have taught preschool as well as being a para in the school district for children with special needs.
Over the years I have been a professional nanny to several families and still keep in touch with them.
I absolutely love doing art ,...
Elizabeth K. says "Michelle is an incredibly hard working, kind, and empathetic person. Her calm presence and fun-loving nature makes her a wonderful choice for a...
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Kassidy. I am 25 years old and work as a 911 dispatcher. I currently live in Milford and love it! I'm looking for a part time or full time babysitting job. I am the oldest of 6 brothers and 1 sister, so caring for children comes naturally to me. I previously worked at a day care caring for children ranging from...
Mary G. says "I highly recommend Kassidy to any family looking for a babysitter. She has a natural talent with children and parents can have total peace of mind while...
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- $20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Liv, and I am an actively licensed LPN with a passion for caregiving. I graduated from Lincoln Technical Institute's nursing program and am BLS certified, with CPR and AED training. My background includes experience working with children who have special needs and behavioral needs, as well as hands-on expertise...
Care Member says "Olivia was caring friendly and my son enjoyed her very much"
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Stephanie C.
Stephanie was lovely and we would definitely use her again!
- Lisa O.
Julia S.
Julia watched our 20 month old son when we were in town for a wedding. She was on time and professional. She sent updates and got him to...
- Mary B.
Karina D.
Karina took care of my mother in law 5 days a week for 4 months. She was very competent and kind, and she developed a wonderful rapport with...
- Michal R.
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