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Samantha W.


Tivoli, NY

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Here To Help!

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Hi there, my name is Sam and I'm a graduate student at Bard College Conservatory! I am here to give you a night off without worrying about your kid burning the house down! Jokes aside- I recognize how vulnerable it must be to trust someone besides yourself with your children. That's why I'm here! I have 8 years of experience...
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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
"Cindy is very kind and compassionate. She treats the people she takes care of as though they were her own family."

Reviewed by susan S.

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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
"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...

Reviewed by Nicole M.

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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/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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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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Alexis K.


Lake Katrine, NY

$18-24/hr1 yrs exp

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I currently work at a school for kids with disabilities. they are my absolute favorite kids and I love them like my own. I help them in any way I can possible when needed. I started sign language to help me out with communicating with them.
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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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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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Lisa M.


Saugerties, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

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I have over 15 years experience in nursing, working in all types of settings. I started my career in home-care, and since then have worked in emergency care, long term, and transitioned into office nurse. I come with a vast knowledge of the medical field, along with compassion, hard work and an open mind.
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Shana H.


Red Hook, NY

$20-25/hr

Aide For Child( Or Children) W/ Special Needs

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I have worked with children with special needs in the past in an educational setting as an intern as assistant teacher and I find helping those who have difficulties very rewarding due to my own learning as a child being alternative in nature I find I can be very helpful to those who struggle with alternative learning styles. I...
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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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Jenn K.


Saugerties, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a professional with patience and compassion. I listen well and take my time understanding your needs. If you're looking for someone trustworthy, reliable and honest, I'm your girl!
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Catherine I.


Rhinebeck, NY

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

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I'm an experience nanny with over 5 years of childcare work. I've worked with newborns to toddlers predominantly, taking care of their daily needs, taking them to and from appointments and as a live-in nanny when their parents went on vacations. I've worked with kids with special needs, with long-term illnesses and newborns from...
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Alyssa C.


Elizaville, NY

$19-24/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Alyssa. I used to work with a little girl who had a very rare disease that she was 5 years old but she had learning abilities as a 2-year-old and wasn't responsive. I do sometimes have my own son with me as well who is 15 months old.
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Mary H.


Rhinebeck, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Supportive, And Fun Loving Sitter/nanny

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I'm a mother and educator with a background in dance and literacy. Im passionate about caring for children of all ages. I have worked in private schools as well as with special needs students and have a philosophy of whole child care. I'm happy to assist with virtual learning, or to simply allow your child to play and relax in a...
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Emma L.


Mount Tremper, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking For A Sweet Family To Support This Summer!

5.0

(2)

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-Over 20 years of childcare experience infants-young teens. -Theatre, Art, Outdoors Skills, and Swimming Teacher -CPR certified -Experienced Lifeguard -Bachelor's degree in Childhood Education with Special Ed. -Reggio Emilia Inspired -Experienced Travel Nanny -Healthy Food -Comfortable with Pets -Driver Exploration, Child...
5.0
"Emma is kind, compassionate, creative, and dedicated. My son loves her so much and she is a truly magical caregiver!"

Reviewed by Kara B.

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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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Allison Y.


Ulster Park, NY

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

EMT

3.3

(3)

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Hello! My name is Allison! Here's a little bit about what I'm experienced in; I am a certified EMT with CPR, First Aid, BLS. I've been an EMT since 2021 with well over 4, 000 diverse calls under my belt. I've got a lot of experience with special needs, developmental disorders, emotional disorders, mental health, elderly,...
5.0
"Punctual, respectful, and polite. Allison was everything we look for in a nanny. She does occasional weekends with us, we’ve had her watch our 2 kids, 1 and 6, around 8 times. 3 of those times were late notice....

Reviewed by Liah N.

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Katheryn C.


Woodstock, NY

$45/hr4 yrs exp

Attentive And Loving Sitter

5.0

(1)

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I have a passion for learning, adventure, fun projects, children, animals, the outdoors, sustainable green practices, yoga, cooking, among many other things. I have much love and attention to give and thrive around inquisitive children, animals, and elders, as I enjoy learning new things together and sharing my knowledge with...
5.0
"She is passionate, reliable and detailed "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tivoli, NY

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.

Emma L.

5.0

Emma is kind, compassionate, creative, and dedicated. My son loves her so much and she is a truly magical caregiver!

- Kara B.

Allison Y.

5.0

Excellent care. On time. Wasn’t on her phone at all. She Attentive to my child and engaged with him. My child has medical problems with her being trained it made us more comfortable. She helped with his care at home a couple times also. They read books, played educational games. And she went above...

- Emily G.

Katheryn C.

5.0

She is passionate, reliable and detailed

- Care member

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