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She formed an immediate bond with my children right away. She is caring and they have lots of fun when they are with her. She is a treasure.…
Review for Brittany M. by Tenille N.
Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding,…
Review for Karen L. by Joyce T.
I found Astrid to be very personable, easy to work with and trustworthy. Comfortable with and around children, evidently has prior…
Review for Astrid C. by Zoe H.
Special needs caregivers in Smithfield, RI
I have worked with patients with special needs and also dementia patients. Also have the ability to monitor vitals as well.
Kassandra O.
Smithfield, RI
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
I have worked babysitting and professionally with kids. I love to read and do anything creative. I have an associates degree, where I took many pediatric courses. I have a lot of experience with individuals who are medically fragile, have special needs and behavioral difficulties. I have a background in education and I love to...
Kassandra can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Victoria A.
Smithfield, RI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an enthusiastic 29-year-old former special education teacher! I have a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Special Education from RIC. I have 10+ years experience working with children ages infant-18. I have experience with children with special needs ages 5-18. I am looking for part-time/one-time only jobs.
Victoria can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hi there! My name is Rosella, you can call me Rose. I have a lot of experience working with children. I started babysitting when I was 15, and cared for toddlers and children with special needs.
As a Teacher Assistant, I've worked with preschoolers in Providence engaging with over 20+ children a day in learning. Currently, I...
Rosella can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.8
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am the oldest of 5 girls who I have watched more times than I can count growing up. I recently graduated from Rhode Island College with a degree in Speech Language Pathology. While in college and since graduating, I have had several babysitting/nannying jobs with both mainstream and special needs children. Additionally,...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
4.0
"Brittany is extremely dependable and punctual. We enjoyed having her. She was on the young side so there are some things she needed to learn but she did a good job. "
April W.
5.0
(2)
I am compassionate, dependable, caring, person. I have over 15 years of experience with Alzheimer's / dementia. I have volunteered for hospice, my local Department of Human Services, Animal Shelter, and Ambulance Corp.
I have had over 4 years experience working hands on with developmentally challenged, mentally ill, and special...
Karen can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Karen is a very comforting person. She helped care for my Mother who had dementia. She helped with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, medication and household chores. Karen suggested ways that helped keep my Mother more comfortable physically and emotionally...
Joyce T.
4.0
(8)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Astrid can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She was awesome! My son J is 4 years old and connected with Astrid, she is trustworthy, sweet caring, and a reliable person, she's good with kids. My son can be hard to connect with but she's great. I would love to take her with us for every trip we make. Thank you...
Jackie S.
Alana B.
Providence, RI
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA/Special Needs/Childcare/Errands/Transportation/Housekeeping
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Alana can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is very patient, and pays close attention to small details."
Guicin G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Norma, I am currently working at the Pawtucket School Department as a teacher assistant, at an elementary school. In addition, I have a special needs adult living at home with me. I have been taking care of my client at home for the last 14 years.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Norma is reliable, kind, responsible and safe. I would highly recommend that any family consider having Norma look after a family member. She was exactly what we needed give. The age of our boys. If I need care again I wouldn’t hesitate to have Norma back. "
Christina C.
4.3
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Chrystal can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chrystal nannies for my infant son. She is a dependable, nurturing and kind caregiver. My baby is happy and engaged in her care!"
Jocelyn K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
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,...
Kathy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 will be using her again in the future."
Arthur K.
Michelle M.
Woonsocket, RI
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
From 2010 to 2017 I was professionally working with children in a childcare setting. I worked at the YMCA and also ran my own program as a Site Coordinator for Connecting for Children and Families. I specialized in special needs working with many disables, from ADHD to severe nonverbal autism. I left my position as site...
Michelle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Great caregiver, attentive, reliable and kind. "
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, seizure disorder, and also have experience with care of elderly with dementia. I have administered medication, helped with bathing and changing, I can also prepare meals, low sodium, low sugar, whatever is needed. I will provide the best care for you or...
5.0
"We hired Jackie to watch our 4 month old daughter for the month of February Monday- Friday 8:30-5:30. She was wonderful! She was so loving and engaged with our daughter. She was excellent with keeping her on a schedule, feedings, changing and nap time. We also...
Catherine A.
5.0
(1)
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.
Julia T.
Pawtucket, RI
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aid, Medication Technician, Phlebotomist
5.0
(2)
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...
Julia can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, visiting nurse, live-in home care, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"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 skilled at all aspects of my mother’s care including all CNA services and homemaking. In addition to her excellent...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm a nursing assistant, I have been working as a CNA since 2006. I enjoyed working with people in needs and makes me feel good when I help some one who specially need help.
Barbara can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Barbara applies exceptional skills along with genuine compassion that has brought great relief to my family."
Ken C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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 always punctual, responsive to calls and text messages &wonderfully engaging with our toddler. She is intelligent,...
Christine D.
Neliy S.
Manville, RI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Neliy I been a CNA for 20 years now. I am very passionate of what I do. I have worked with children/disabled children and elders. I am a very outgoing person, High energy and positive.
5.0
"Neily is great! She came on time, with short notice, and stayed a little over the allotted time! Also very friendly and personable. I will definitely hire her again!"
Thomas K.
5.0
(4)
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...
Brianna can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I worked alongside Bri in a school setting. She’s patient, kind, and loves children. Her flexibility and grace with each child and/or situation is both admirable and inspiring. "
Care member
Alana B.
Providence, RI
$15-35/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Been caring for clients at an early age, went to school for hands on training in the medical field. Really like the one on one connection in the residential setting, focusing on your needs. How can I help you?
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