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Amelia T.


South Portland, ME

$18-23/hr8 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter For Families With Children With Special Needs

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Hello! I recently graduated from Lesley University and am currently working as a Developmental Specialist doing Early Intervention therapy. I have experience working with kids with all different types of special needs for the past 5 years and I would love to be your go to date night baby sitter!
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Mary D.


South Portland, ME

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

There's Something About Mary...

I've been a caretaker for my parents and two older sisters who are disabled. I am kind, empathetic and nonjudgmental. I feel this would be something I would enjoy doing and be helpful at the same time. I'd describe my personality as friendly, easy going and empathetic I like caring for seniors because they have so much...
Mary can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, respite care, transportation, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Hello my name is Rachael and I am available for senior care and assistance. I worked in a senior living facility/ group home for 2 years. Most of the clients had major mental illness and needed help with a variety of care. I did medication management, cooking, cleaning, assisting with bathing and dressing. I also drove clients...
Rachael can also help with: Dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Jodi A.


Falmouth, ME

$25-30/hr

Part Time Care Giver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am just finishing a position that I have had since September. My client is a spinal cord injured gentleman (quadriplegic). My roll was to cook and feed breakfast, brush his teeth, stretching and movement exercises. Some light household chores. He is moving to another state.
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Ashley A.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 18-yrs of experience as a Professional Caregiver. I have been educated in both advanced mobility & memory care. In my previous experience, I have provided everything from companion care to specialized care for Alzheimer's and Dementia, as well as assisting clients with a variety of mobility limitations and disabilities...
Ashley can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"Ashley was knowledgeable with years of experience and deeply compassionate in her care for Carol. Carol trusted her gentle nature and her articulate manner of explaining things and comforting with loving intent. Ashley had a little conflict with hospice nurses but...

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Jennifer C.


Scarborough, ME

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Positive Patient Human Assistant

I am a positive person looking to spread joy and help people. I have a compassion for helping people. I was previously a probation officer and enjoyed helping people through a rough patch in their lives to get to the next steps. my clients often stated they never thought they would leave probation with a smile. life is too short...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, transportation
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Barb F.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Available Part-Time

I am a seasoned worker experienced in the disability field with five years of care giving experience looking for a part-time position as a caregiver or nanny. I am a caring individual who enjoys working with the elderly and children to assist with their activities of daily living (ADL), and all needs including cooking, reading...
In my earlier years, I worked with people with disabilities in a variety of ways from - day programming to individuals that were non verbal and/ or suffered a brain injury. I have a magnitude of knowledge and experience beginning in college leading to personal and professional experience. Next, early on in my career, I...
I have been a stay-at-home mom for the past 12 years. Previous to that I worked with people of various ages with special needs, both in a school setting and home settings. I have great people skills and am a caregiver by nature.
Kelley can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, transportation, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
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Barb F.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$25-40/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Companion Available Part-Time

I am looking for a part-time position as a Companion or nanny. I am a caring senior individual who enjoys working with the elderly and children to assist with their activities of daily living (ADL), and all needs including cooking, reading to my clients, and light housekeeping. No lifting with bathing or transport. Companionship...
Barb can also help with: Companionship, errands, transportation
Skills:

CPR

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Kimberley W.


Scarborough, ME

$30-47/hr10 yrs exp

Homehealth Professional

I have many years of experience with Parkinson's and dementia. I understand the progression of the neurological disease and Iam comfortable in all stages of the disease .
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Cristen R.


Gorham, ME

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Behavioral Health Professional First AID & CPR certified. Currently employed as a section 28 Children's Service Coordinator, matching BHP's with children on my case load. Experience working with children of all ages. Experience working with childhood mental health and developmental disabilities.
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Bonnie T.


Westbrook, ME

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have 10 years experience with children with special needs in an elementary school, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down's Syndrome, ID, and other needs. I focus on safety, communication, mobility, and just being a kid. 30+ credits non-matriculated in graduate level special education courses
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Allison M.


Old Orchard Beach, ME

$18-40/hr3 yrs exp

Loving Caregiver For Your Loved One

I absolutely love taking care of the elderly. I have been doing in home care since 2022; I took care of my mother-in-law 24/7 and want to provide help for families so they don't have to do it all by themselves. I have had 5 clients and just recently lost of the five. She passed at home with all her family around and that is why...
Allison can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, live-in home care & more
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Mary K.


Scarborough, ME

$22-25/hr5 yrs exp

Working Full-time Female, Looking For Supplemental Income

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In my early years, I worked with people with disabilities in a variety of ways from - day programming to individuals that were non verbal and/ or suffered a brain injury. I have a magnitude of knowledge and experience beginning in college leading to personal and professional experience. Next, early on in my career, I...
Mary can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, respite care, hospice services & more
My experience with those with special needs comes from volunteering and personal experience. I'm a compassionate person who has a lot of patience and love to give! I can meet anyone where they're at and support them there. I would love to learn more about you or your loved one and see if I can make your life a little easier. Be...
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Katie W.


Scarborough, ME

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Katie and I am a public school teacher in the area! I have years of experience working with children with special needs!
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Patrick C.


Gray, ME

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver Available Part Time

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I spent two years working at an art studio / day program for teens and adults with a wide range of developmental and physical disabilities. We helped our clients enhance their lives through art, music, field trips and spending time in the local community while maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Recently I've been...
4.0
"Mike is a hardworking and conscientious man who watches my son after school and school holidays. He is very reliable and enjoys working with kids. "

Josephine P.

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Nicole H.


Hollis Center, ME

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing, Happy And Patient Part/ Full Time Caregiver Available

I have been working with children with special needs for the past 5 years. More specifically, I am a certified Speech and Language therapy assistant which has given me so much experience. I find any gains children accomplish extremely rewarding, and love the look on their face when they have achieved something they have been...
5.0
"Nicole deserves 10 stars! We feel like we hit the lottery with her ever since she started working with our sister with Down Syndrome earlier this year. She is kind, patient, creative, outgoing, and an all-around sweetheart. We are so grateful that she chose to work...

Krista D.

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Caroline R.


Kennebunkport, ME

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I have been a full time nanny for a few families who have children with special needs. I also have over a year of experience interning in a special education classroom setting in an elementary school. My future goal is to become a special education teacher which makes me very passionate about helping those with special...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in South Portland, ME

Ashley A.

5.0

Ashley was a godsend to us in a time of crisis our mother. She started immediately and stayed with my mother 24/7 the last weekend she was here. She is very compassionate, patient and extremely knowledgeable. I can’t express enough how much we appreciate all that she did. I am forever grateful....

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Patrick C.

4.0

Mike is a hardworking and conscientious man who watches my son after school and school holidays. He is very reliable and enjoys working with kids.

- Josephine P.

Nicole H.

5.0

Nicole deserves 10 stars! We feel like we hit the lottery with her ever since she started working with our sister with Down Syndrome earlier this year. She is kind, patient, creative, outgoing, and an all-around sweetheart. We are so grateful that she chose to work with our family!

- Krista D.

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