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Special needs caregivers in West Yarmouth, MA
April M.
Barnstable, MA
$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have been working as a support staff at SPED for more than 4 years now. I have good rapport with my students (with special needs). I have good communication skills and I follow their daily routines and activities. Consistency is very important and having clear understanding, dedication and support are very vital for me in...
Claudia M.
Harwich, MA
$28-35/hr
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Compassionate caregiver, Skilled in assisting with activities of daily life to include meal preparation and personal care.
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I have a Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences Gerontology- Study of Aging. Currently, I am a caregiver for my elderly father. I am able to assist with light-duty activities such as being a companion, making a meal, running errands etc. I have a flexible schedule and would love to assist in caring for someone in...
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I was employed at Bourne middle school as a educational support professional for students with autism and or Down syndrome. I stepped away from that to have my first child!
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Danielle M.
Harwich, MA
$15-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have worked with special needs children and also have a background in the field, as I am a student at New York University, pursuing my Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology. Over the past several years I had the pleasure of working as a private caregiver for an adolescent on the autistic spectrum.
5.0
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I've been a health care aide and patient care coordinator for the elderly and special needs clients for 10-plus years. My services include companionship, healthy meal prep, medication supervision, personal care, food shopping and errands, light housekeeping, medical appointments, assistance with physical therapy and...
5.0
"I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden and a fall risk. Julie did this with energy, compassion and insight,...
Reviewed by IRVING S.
Carly C.
Mashpee, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Young Military Mom Who Loves Kids/animals And Very Experienced
5.0
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Hey there, my name is Carly. I am CPR certified as well as CPI certified, as I work with mentally challenged and disabled adults. I have been in this field since I was 19 and love it! My biggest strengths are: patience, being on time and communication. I am a former military wife and mother of an 14-year-old, who is my biggest...
5.0
"Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her."
Reviewed by A C.
Liz B.
Chatham, MA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time/Occasional Sitter With Extensive Special Needs Experience
5.0
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I started working for a special needs residential center in Brewster, MA in 2005. I have experience with many different behavioral, emotional, neurological and chromosomal disorders. I have worked with special needs individuals ages 6 to 60. I use a lot of humor when working with special needs individuals. I recently retired...
5.0
"Liz sat for our 8 week old twins for a couple of date nights while we were on the Cape. She is friendly, professional and great at what she does. After the girls' first night with her we felt completely...
Reviewed by Colleen D.
5.0
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Hi there! I am a mom of two (5, and 12)I have 20+ years of childcare experience. I worked with special needs kids and adults for 9+years. I have held many nannying and recurring babysitting positions, caring for as many as 6 children at one time. I am comfortable caring for all ages. I have extensive experience with newborns. On...
5.0
"We used Liz when we were on vacation in Chatham. My husband and I really liked her when we met her. My boys, who can be very critical of a sitter if they are not engaging with them, really liked her. I saved...
Reviewed by Katie L.
5.0
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I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old and I am now 38 years old. I have cared for newborns all the way to teenagers, as well as special needs children and twins. I love kids and as a child that grew up with babysitters, I love to make our time together as fun as possible, while still providing structure and...
5.0
"Morgan is an amazing sitter only reason we do not still use her services is because we moved out of state. We moved houses in-state at first and she continued sitting for me driving 40 mins to and from my...
Reviewed by Sarah C.
5.0
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I have worked with in both home and hospital settings. I have three years experience as a Rehabilitation Aide at a rehabilitation center dealing with accidents, stroke, brain injured adults and assisting in the process of recovery and independence.
Kaylee R.
Mashpee, MA
$16-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I have worked a few programs for special needs. Also babysat a few children with special needs. I love working with children and I am kind compassionate and love the work that I do.
5.0
"Prompt communication! We needed someone to provide companion care for our 24 y/o son with autism while we went on a whale cruise. Kaylee was excellent and helped my son feel comfortable while we were away. She...
Reviewed by Sally L.
Kaylee R.
Mashpee, MA
$15-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi I'm Kaylee I have been working with children since I was a teenager! I love children. I worked in a few boarding schools for special needs children. I have worked in a preschool with pre k preschool and toddlers. I finished college and have my associates degree. I want to keep working with children and help where I can.
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"We had a great experience with Kaylee. Thank you again!"
Reviewed by David R.
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I have been a pediatric dental hygienist for 23 years and have worked with children from infant to adulthood. I have 2 sons and many nieces and nephews from 1 year to 23, whom I have had the pleasure of caring for over many years. I work with special needs children of all ages and have bonded with them and their...
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PCA certified. Trained is all aspects of home care with extensive first aid concentration, With over 20 years experience I specialize in, but not limited to, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS and MD, as well as Hospice care. I can provide medication management, personal care and light housekeeping.
Child care for all ages...
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I have had the pleasure of working with children for over 25 years. Beginning at my moms own daycare, to a mothers helper, then babysitter and nanny, to overnights, I have worked with many families ranging from new born children to adolescents. I bring a structured, active and fun childcare experience while incorporating each...
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I am a mom and new grandmother looking for part time or temporary hours. I am experienced at engaging children babies to teenagers. I also have experience with in-home childcare and creating summer activity plans including children with special needs. I also have over 25 years experience volunteering with youth K-teens. I also...
Paulette S.
Mashpee, MA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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PCA certified, trained in all aspects of home health care, with extensive first aide training, over 20 years experience. I specialize in, but not limited to Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, special needs and all aspects of autism, as well as hospice care. I also can provide medication...
Taylor T.
Chatham, MA
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Growing up with nine siblings has certainly shaped me in many ways but my sibling who inspires me most is my brother with Cerebral Palsy. He has been such a role model for me and taught me to never give up. Outside of my brother I have always loved to volunteer with Speical Olympics. I also work in an elementary school in an...
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Hi, I'm Claire. I work at a science summer camp for kids 6-17, so I am familiar with all ages and have a bunch of fun activities to do while also learning some cool things about Cape Cod, I'm also happy to watch a movie and relax if that's what is preferred. I am also comfortable working with special needs children. I have...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Yarmouth, MA
Julie G.
5.0
I highly recommend Julie as a caregiver and companion. For the past two-plus years, Julie took care of my wife who was partially bedridden and a fall risk. Julie did this with energy, compassion and insight, providing me with much needed respite from the 24 hour care my wife needed. She accompanied...
- IRVING S.
Carly C.
5.0
Carly is currently working for me and she is great. Very reliable, responsible and helpful. She is working out great and my two daughters love her.
- A C.
Liz B.
5.0
Liz sat for our 8 week old twins for a couple of date nights while we were on the Cape. She is friendly, professional and great at what she does. After the girls' first night with her we felt completely confident in her ability to care for our twins, even during their fussy hours! We will definitely...
- Colleen D.
Liz B.
5.0
We used Liz when we were on vacation in Chatham. My husband and I really liked her when we met her. My boys, who can be very critical of a sitter if they are not engaging with them, really liked her. I saved her number in my phone directory for our vacation next year.
- Katie L.
Morgan M.
5.0
Morgan is an amazing sitter only reason we do not still use her services is because we moved out of state. We moved houses in-state at first and she continued sitting for me driving 40 mins to and from my house. She also went above and beyond buying food/snack/toys for my kids and not asking for...
- Sarah C.
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