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Among the many candidates that I have interviewed, Silvana stood out as the best candidate for the services that I requested for our baby's

Review for Silvana C. by Wilfried T.

Tianna was a godsend for our family. Our kids loved her and you could tell how much she truly cared for them. Punctual, reliable and great

Review for Tianna S. by Care member

Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she

Review for Elyse T. by Amanda W.

Special needs caregivers in Suffield, CT

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Stephanie B.


Enfield, CT

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care, PCA

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I work for Viability Inc. for 6 years. and for CHD for 2 years; dealing with mentally and physically challenged individuals. My passion is driven by the satisfaction I get of seeing happiness on the faces of those I care for , I always go the extra mile to achieve goals for them. My availability will be Monday to Friday 2 p.m....
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Christine A.


Enfield, CT

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Christie: Experienced Sitter Dedicated To Fun, Safety And Creativity

Hi there! My name is Christie and I'm an experienced sitter with a passion for bringing the arts, music and creativity into the lives of the children I care for! I worked with preschool children for 4 years before becoming a Music Together teacher, where I help children aged 6 weeks to 6 years discover the fun and excitement in...
Christine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi! My name is Liz, and I am currently in school studying psychology! I have experience working with children and adolescents with special needs, and am currently working with groups of elementary aged children.
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hello! I am a reliable, trustworthy and hardworking Mom and art teacher. I have been in the field of education for five years and a mother for 16. I have studied early childhood development and adolescent development and have worked in classrooms with various special needs children. I have also a studied social emotional...
Meghann can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

I am a registered nurse I am looking for extra work I am flexible I am fun I am reliable! contact me!
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Gia S.


Enfield, CT

$21/hr8 yrs exp

Energetic And Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Gia. I recently graduated from Umass with a degree in Biology. I am CPR and first aid certified by the Red Cross and recently renewed my certification. I have experience with special needs children, twins and infants as young as newborns. During high school and my early college years I spent most Sundays teaching...
Gia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Emily M.


Windsor, CT

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Focused Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Emily, I'm 23 years old and I'm a recent college graduate from CT! I work full time at an adult daycare during the week, so I am very creative, energetic, and very good at coming up with activities on the spot! I look forward to potentially working with you and your family and hope to hear back from you soon! Thank...
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Danielle R.


Windsor, CT

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with students with varying ability levels and diverse needs from 1 y/o's to the 13-year-old I work 1:1 with during the school year.
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Lauren D.


Feeding Hills, MA

$28-45/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny, Available For Full-Time Positions

*Not currently accepting new offers* I am full of experience of covid-friendly nannying. I know that safe childcare is difficult to come by during this time, so I would love to offer assistance. In 2020 I worked with children as a therapeutic mentor at Children's Friend and Family Services working on social and behavioral skills...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Gail A.


Windsor, CT

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

15 Years Experience

I have 15 years experience working with people with disability also with dementia, Alzheimer, etc. I enjoy working with clients to achieve their daily life skill . I am reliable, trust worthy, hard-working, and love to interact with my clients.
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Silvana C.


Hartford, CT

$20-33/hr1 yrs exp

I Love The People Who Need More Care, Help, Love. I Like To Learn Different Things.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is silvanaI I offer my services like caregiver. 3 years of experience. I have car car and drivers license. I am very kind, sweet, lovely, caring, compassionate. Let me know if you are interested
5.0
"Among the many candidates that I have interviewed, Silvana stood out as the best candidate for the services that I requested for our baby's gender reveal party. Silvana is professional, punctual, and delivers as per the expectations. I have decided to hire Silvana...

Wilfried T.

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Joan M.


Manchester, CT

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have many proven years of experience in working with people of all abilities. I believe that everyone has something to give. I have previously managed two non profits that have supported people with special needs. I consider myself an advocate. I am passionate and prepared to work on behalf of your loved one and you!
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Tianna S.


Westfield, MA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, compassionate, and caring person that loves children of all ages. I was a preschool teacher for over 3 years, worked in a group home for at risk youth for 2 years, worked as a nanny for multiple families, and I've babysat countless children of all ages in various settings. I've worked with children that have...
Tianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Tianna was a godsend for our family. Our kids loved her and you could tell how much she truly cared for them. Punctual, reliable and great with open lines of communication. Highly recommend to any family looking for someone to care for their babies as if they are...

Care member

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Elyse T.


Vernon Rockville, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddler, special needs and school aged children as a nanny for multiple families as well as in multiple childcare settings. I am currently not available as a full time nanny. Please message me for babysitting opportunities
Elyse can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Elyse has been our full time nanny for our four children for almost five years. In addition to taking excellent care of our children, she cooks them organic, from scratch meals, does amazing arts & crafts, helps with speech therapy, homework and is a part of our...

Amanda W.

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Kaitlyn T.


Holyoke, MA

$19-41/hr9 yrs exp

Compassionate Childcare Provider With A Focus On Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am delighted to offer my childcare services through Care. With over 8 combined years of childcare and special-education experience, I am committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your kiddo's individual needs. I believe in fostering a safe, nurturing, and consistent environment for children to learn and...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaitlyn stepped in last minute to help with my 10-month-old son via a last minute request. She arrived on time and demonstrated professionalism and friendliness, making her very easy to work with. Highly recommended."

Dennis L.

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Kristina S.


Chicopee, MA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistance Available Part-Time/ Experience With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2 who is really trying to make a living and survive in this crazy world we live in. I have 7 years of experience being a PCA tending to kids with Down Syndrome. My duties were attending Appts. with child and parent, bathing/ clothing/ preparing food/ hygiene practice/ and light housekeeping if needed.
4.0
"Kristina is very dependable she has been great with the care and needs of my 16 year old son with Down Syndrome I still use her when needed"

Jim S.

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Elizabeth C.


West Hartford, CT

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Introduction To Elizabeth

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a third-year nursing student at the University of Saint Joseph with a strong passion for working with children. As a member of the honors program at USJ, I have taken several child development and med courses. I am CPR certified for both children and infants through the American Heart Association. I have extensive...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elizabeth has been a wonderful babysitter/nanny for our 2 and 6 year olds. She really connects with the children, and puts in a lot of effort in tending to their individual (often chaotic) needs. She is super friendly, communicative, and dependable. Very highly...

Isaac C.

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Tiffany H.


East Hartford, CT

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me:)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tiffany! I am 27 years old I have been working as a Nanny for over 10 years now. I have worked with children of all ages and have experience with children who have hearing loss and other special needs. I took ASL in college as my foreign language. I incorporated that in my work even for hearing children as it...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Tiffany back in 2017 to watch our son who was 9 years old and has some special needs. She did a few days a week after school as well as a Friday or Saturday for date night alternating with another sitter we hired same year. Tiffany has been amazing and we...

Kim P.

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Emma L.


Holyoke, MA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Emma, I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages with all different needs. I have been the caretaker for older children with special needs, watched a child from her infancy into her toddler years, been a nanny to an infant and a 3-year-old, and cared for school aged children 7-9. As a graduate...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Emma has been watching my daughter since she was an infant and is one of the only sitters that pays attention to all the rules and quirks of my daughter. Additionally she has also been responsive in times of emergency which has helped our family tremendously."

Oceana S.

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