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During the past 3. 5 years, I have worked as a personal care assistant for a 25-year-old man who has a traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, is wheelchair-bound, and is epileptic. I help him in all aspects of his life from showering and brushing his teeth, to feeding him via g-tube, and making sure he is safe and happy. I take...
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My name is Abbigail S,and I am a senior in the Special Education Program at Boston University. I have experience teaching and working with children with intellectual disabilities, social/ emotional disabilities, Dyslexia, and Autism ages Pre-K- Fourth Grade.
5.0
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I began my successful career in the field of Early Childhood Education back in the 1980's. Since that time I have had been fortunate enough to care for children in a variety of child care settings. I have cared for children whose ages range from three months to 16 years. I decided to become a nanny back in 2003 when I realized...
5.0
"Melanie is a super caregiver! My kids still love her! I'd be happy to answer any questions. "
Reviewed by Nina B.
Talita L.
Shrewsbury, MA
$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Talita and I've always loved working with kids! I have two siblings of my own, one of which I basically raised growing up. Besides that I have years of experience working for a family with twins. I would pick the girls up from school everyday and spend the weekends with them based on their mothers needs. I also...
5.0
"Talita is the best babysitter we’ve ever had. She started babysitting our twin girls when she was 16 but then she moved to Florida. Up to this day, every time we are in Florida we call her up to stay with us!...
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5.0
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Hi! My names Hannah and I just recently have moved to the New Haven CT area! I graduated Providence College last spring and am about to start and Accelerated Nursing program this May!
I am the oldest of 3, and have always taken care of my younger siblings (especially my sister who is 8 years younger than me). I also have...
5.0
"Hannah is among the most reliable, capable, and compassionate child care providers we have had the privilege to know. She is always on time, communicative, easy-going, and creative. She is never distracted or...
Reviewed by Judi J.
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I was also a nanny for a 2 y. o who just recently moved to Texas and 2 boys that were 2 and 6. I have also completed the care course and an infant to toddler development course. I am also CPR and first aid certified.
I have 5 kids myself ranging from 3-15. One of which has special needs. She has given me extra patience and...
5.0
"Kimberly was the first nanny we've ever had. At first we were nervous, being first time parents and welcoming a nanny to our home. But Kimberly began her work and handled our routine with aplomb. She was always...
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I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I am also a professional chef and a parent. What better combination could you get in a caregiver! Since retiring I have provided child care for several families, including homeschooling a 3rd and 8th...
5.0
"Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind, and gentle. He doted on our 18 month old boy, pushing him around on a...
Reviewed by Tenley P.
5.0
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I am an experienced caregiver for primarily senior citizens but have also worked with young children professionally and privately. Most recently I have worked with the same woman till her passing at 99 years old last month. I am trained in Alzheimer's, dementia, CPR and first aid. I am extremely organized, a fast learner, I am a...
5.0
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Hello folks,
I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. .
I raised 3 wonderful...
5.0
"I have four children and Maura has been caring for them for many years. Whenever My husband and I have somewhere to go, she is always the one we ask. She is caring, considerate, nurturing, engaging, and they...
Reviewed by Kelly B.
5.0
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Hello there!
I have been caring for children for over 35 years, special needs for 25 and was an ABA technician in the public school sector working with children with ASD for 18. The last 2 yrs I have been counseling in middle school for children with anxiety, depression, and other mental health, concerns. .
I raised 3 wonderful...
5.0
"Maura has been working with special needs children as an ABA for over 20 years in the public school system. She would be an asset to any family, she is dedicated, caring, trustworthy and hard working. Maura...
Reviewed by Maddy G.
Samantha A.
Worcester, MA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Samantha. I have been on and off babysitting and nannying for just over 5 years. I am 23 years old and have a bachelor's degree in psychology. I have experience working with children with special needs as I have been working for the past year with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and I am...
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"Sam is wonderful nanny! She was great with my 2 children (3 and 7). She helped with remote learning and had fun with the kids. The playroom was always clean and she helped out with housework as well. We would...
Reviewed by Stacey F.
Mark H.
Medway, MA
$20-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
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I like working with special needs kids doing activities that they like to do all aspects of bathing and grooming care with feeding making dinners Play clean up around the house
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"Mark is very patient and understanding with a friendly personality. He watched my special needs daughter for 4 years. My daughter now is residing at a special needs school. But on the weekends she comes home...
Reviewed by Maureen C.
Nancy L.
Uxbridge, MA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello my Name is Nancy!
I have over 20 years of experience caring for children from newborn to teen. I have years of professional in center experience as an EEC certified infant/toddler and Preschool teacher as well as a Nanny. I homeschooled my own children for many years also. I have experience with multiples, preemies, and...
Krista K.
Hopedale, MA
$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Having a fun and friendly babysitter is crucial to a child's care therefore that's why I intend to be both! Playing games is my favorite and I will be happy to play them all day. I've taken the hospital babysitting courses and know how to act in an emergency and how to engage with children, I am CPR certified through the...
4.7
(3)
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I'm one of seven children and I've been sitting since I was old enough to earn money. My three children are now young adults and on their own. I worked hard with them and their achievements make me a proud Momma! I am college educated, athletic, energetic, a lifelong learner, organized, conscientious, a great cook and I'm...
5.0
"Due to a family emergency, we were unexpectedly staying at my mom's house for longer than expected and Cecilia came to the rescue! She cared for my almost 9-month old for a full week (working 8 AM - 6 AM) and I...
Reviewed by Beth S.
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I have recently retired as a school psychologist and have worked with children in grades pre-school-8 for the last 17 years. I can help boost your child's social and academic development and can run facilitated play groups with friends. I have experience with a broad range of special needs and have been told I have a calm and...
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"Frank has worked with my daughter, who has special needs, over the years. She has always enjoyed spending time with him. He is soft spoken, kind, and has a caring heart. As a parent it's great to find someone...
Reviewed by Wendy W.
Bendu S.
Worcester, MA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have 10+ years experience caring for individuals with special needs. This field has brought me to know family. I enjoy working and making long lasting relationship.
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"Bendu has been the most wonderful help for my sister who has special needs! She is great with communication, has lots of experience, and willing to help with any needs my sister has including assisting with...
Reviewed by Joanna B.
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Hello, I am Melissa. I am professional care provider of 20 plus years. I am a mother of 2(16 ASD, SPD, ADHD,) (8ADHD, SPD). I am passionate about my work with families and kiddos. I love what I do and find it indescribably rewarding to support and witness those within my care access, explore and succeed in the world around them....
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I take care of a boy that has CP. I do exercises with him, speech, bathing, take him to the zoo in the summer and take him to the movies, etc. I have been doing this for 4-5 years. I love what I do. I think you will, too.
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I have worked with children and adults who have diagnosed disabilities for nearly 20 years. In my work, I have provided care in the home setting as well as within a residential setting. My love of working with people led me to pursue graduate degrees in both special education and special education administration. To support...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Upton, MA
Melanie P.
5.0
Melanie is the ultimate professional!!! Best experience yet with any nanny caring for our child. I really wish we could clone her. She nurtures and enhances our child, brings activities, and notices his strengths and likes and develops activities to feed those areas!!!
- Joni C.
Talita L.
5.0
Talita is the best babysitter we’ve ever had. She started babysitting our twin girls when she was 16 but then she moved to Florida. Up to this day, every time we are in Florida we call her up to stay with us! She is a loving, engaging, and responsible young lady who has always been very attentive...
- Care member
Hannah S.
5.0
Hannah is among the most reliable, capable, and compassionate child care providers we have had the privilege to know. She is always on time, communicative, easy-going, and creative. She is never distracted or disengaged when spending time with our boys. My boys say: "Hannah is kind, helps with our...
- Judi J.
Kimberly F.
5.0
Kim was my saving Grace! She was kind, warm, loving and treated my children like family. She was flexible and helpful in times I needed additional support. Her entire family was accepting and welcoming. My boys were happy to be with her and her family every day and hard to get out the door to come...
- Care member
Frank S.
5.0
Frank took care of my three children for a week while we were visiting Massachusetts but needed to work from home. Frank was caring, kind, and gentle. He doted on our 18 month old boy, pushing him around on a toy car to the delight of my son. He did fun cooking activities, crafts, and science...
- Tenley P.
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