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Colette R.

Charlestown, RI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a caring and patient home caregiver dedicated to supporting individuals with daily needs in a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment. I value compassion, reliability, and providing consistent care that helps clients feel comfortable and supported every day. I live in Charlestown.
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At times people with special needs tend to be overlooked and difficult to find care. They require different needs to that of a person needing routine care. I am always concerned about their care and feel I can make a small difference in their lives. Having a family member who had special needs. Have experience in acute care...
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Part-time Caregiver.

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a mother of one and grandmother of two. I have worked as a professional nanny for many years after working as a legal assistant. I have had many long-term positions - newborns, twin infants, toddler/preschool, school-age and special needs; I am blessed to still see the former families. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified (a...

Care Member says "Joanne was my saving grace. She was absolutely wonderful with my 2 daughters (now 6 and 13) while she was with us. Unfortunately kids grow up, but we...

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Part-time Caregiver

Gales Ferry, CT

5.0(0)
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$22/hr
27 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked as a professional nanny for over 20 years after working as a legal assistant. I am also a mother and grandmother of two, both attending college. I am originally from Washington State with residency in Connecticut for 13 years; I currently, occasionally take care of the sweetest little boy with autism. It has been a...
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Caring, Responsible Full-Time Child Care Provider/Nanny

Waterford, CT

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have experience working with children with some challenges. I have experience in learning, social and emotional fields.
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Ledyard, CT

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
*Availbility Update: As of 10/13/25 I'm only avaliable Friday Nights & Saturday Nights for babysitting from 5pm-2 a.m. (possibly later if needed).* Nurturing young minds is my passion. With 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I offer a calm and patient approach to childcare. My...

Joanna B. says "Savannah is a classroom teacher at my agency. She is unflappable. Her calm is contagious. One of her greatest traits is how she can really quickly “get”...

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Taftville, CT

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
respite care
+ 1 more
I've been doing home care for about 4 years now. I have experience with hospice, dementia, special needs, etc.
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Gales Ferry, CT

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
Current college student studying for a bachelor's degree. Previously worked in a daycare for 2 years where I helped all children from ages 6 weeks - 4 years, special needs, twins, bad behaviors and allergenic children. My care consisted of feeding, changing, playing, learning, and rule setting, and putting to sleep. I've always...
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New London, CT

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Leana. I've been a licensed practical nurse for the last 5 years. Prior to that I was a caregiver for special needs adults as well as a nanny for a family in Barrington for 3 years. I have experience with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. Im also available for light house work, laundry, cooking and...
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Jewett City, CT

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$17/hr
20 years experience
My name is Diane and I am searching for a part-time senior companion or special needs job in the morning or afternoon about a 4 hour shift. Loving people and keeping them company and engaging in conversation is somethibg I love to do. I am kind, loving, and very reliable. Working with children and adults with disabilities for 25...
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Compassionate And Trustworthy Companion

Jewett City, CT

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Respite care
dementia
Recently retired. I find helping people very gratifying. I have been married for 20 years and have two grown children that no longer need my constant supervision. I am bilingual and speak fluent Portuguese. I am reliable and friendly. I Worked 6 years at Caring Community where I took care of special needs clients. Some of my...
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Groton, CT

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Worked as direct care and direct support with individuals with mentally disabilities for 10 years. I've worked one on one with many behavioral individuals, seizure protocols, etc
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Wakefield, RI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
My son needed special care as a younger child but has made such wonderful progress through Early Intervention services that he no longer needs special education. I am grateful for special needs providers and would like to assist other families with the care of their special needs loved ones.
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Narragansett, RI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I have worked in the Intensive Needs Program at my local Elementary School. The program was created to help young children with significant needs integrate into the standard school experience. My job was to help implement strategies to cope with behavioral difficulties, speech delays, developmental delays, and other factors...
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New London, CT

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$18/hr
4 years experience
My name is Bheki and I am a 35-year-old father of 3 beautiful kids. I work as a direct associate for the kids and seniors with disabilities. I have worked for the same companies for almost four years now. I have a lot of respect for the my brothers and sisters with disabilities. I know for a fact that they can do more then we...
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Caregiver

Narragansett, RI

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$30/hr
1 year experience
I'm reliable, hard working, loving and trustworthy. Looking forward to helping a family out. Feel free to message me!
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New London, CT

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$45/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in Group home and recently graduated Nursing school. Im familiar with meal preparations, transportations (ADLs) for clients. I'm willing to drive the client to and from appointments, organize and male appointment as well. Im well orientated on redirecting young adults and children. Every child is unique and have...
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Dietitian With Childcare Experience

Waterford, CT

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Seeking part-time or occasional work caring for children who may or may not have specific needs such as medication administration, tube feeding, autism, allergies, or other needs. I also hbave experience as a special education paraprofesdional as well.
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Wakefield, RI

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I am a skilled behavioral health professional with 3+ years of experience in ABA therapy, behavioral support, and evidence based behavioral intervention skills to support children with autism and other developmental disabilities. I am passionate about advocacy, inclusion, and fostering independence in my clients across all...
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New London, CT

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$25/hr
I have years of experience from working in group homes to working in personal clients homes. I would love to help someone in need. I would also like to learn new things and experience new things and I have a perfect reference for my last client that I was caring for who unfortunately passed away.
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