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Special needs adult care in Allison Park, PA

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Pamela S.


Allison Park, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny with Experience Caring for Children with Special Needs Seeks FT Position in Pittsburgh and Northern Suburbs

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I have a BS degree in Education of Exceptional Children. I have experience caring for a child with cerebral palsy and severe developmental delays. After meeting with his physical therapist, I assisted with home stretching exercises. I also made use of communication boards. I also have experience dealing with severe food...

Gene T.


Allison Park, PA

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

International experience, senior, disabled, cooking, companion, errands. . Extensive experience with Stroke rehab, Parkinson's management, and technology. .
Gene can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

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Jennifer A.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate, Careful And Thorough

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am full until next year. I am available for consulting/ in-home safety and equipment set ups only at this time. Think tips and tricks of the trade. I worked with seniors and people with various disabilities for +7 years in addition to caring for my own elderly family members. I have experience caring for individuals with...
Jennifer can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

5.0
"I can not say enough wonderful things about Jennifer! This was our first time working with Care.com and I couldn't have asked for better experience and care for my father. Jennifer has the expertise and training needed to care for my 85 year old father who is...

Pamela K.

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Catherine M.


Tarentum, PA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello whoever is reading this! First, I wanted to thank you for taking the time to read this! It truly means a lot! This is my first time using this app to find individual care at someone's home. I'm a single mom with one child, but my family is a huge help to us!! I've worked in a facility before finding this direction....
Catherine can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Cathy helped to care for my father through his extremely difficult latter stages of Alzheimer's. She is a hard worker and an amazingly patient, kind and caring person."

Kathy L.

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Kristi D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$31-32/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You With A Smile

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kristi, I am looking to help make differences in the world, your family and better the quality of life for every individual that has abilities and personal struggles. I have 9+ years of experiences in the work field, an undergraduate focused in Early Childhood atypical and typical. My Masters Degree is in...
5.0
"Kristi was amazing!! She was so thoughtful and thorough and asked us tons of questions before she arrived to make sure she was super prepared to help out with our special needs son. Her experience and knowledge definitely helped put us at ease as we were 100%...

Charles R.

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Marcie C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$8-13/hr10 yrs exp

I Provide Excellence In Home Care

Helping Seniors And Disabled Adults Live Independently And Safely In Their Home. * Will Transport to doctor appointments and shopping trips. * Run errands, recreational, and social outings * Light house-keeping, meal preparations. * Assist with medication, laundry and support with activities of daily living. * Able to travel...
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Marcie is very punctual and dependable and very caring. Marcie took care of my parents for six years. Very trustworthy."

Kathy S.

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Elizabeth N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$5-10/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care/ Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely adore working with people of any age with disabilities. I have my degree in elementary and special education, and have been a learning support teacher in 3rd, 4th, and 11th grade. I was also a summer camp counselor for adults with disabilities. Currently, I babysit for a family that has three children with special...
5.0
"Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork."

Renee C.

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Ellisyn M.


Gibsonia, PA

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

An Adapted Physical Activity Graduate And Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Ellisyn. One of my minors in college was Adapted Physical Activity. Through my minor, I have worked with many people with different ability levels. I do not like to refer to individuals with varying abilities with the term "disability", because it is not about what they are limited to do, but rather what he or...
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Alexis L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Senior & People With Special Needs Caretaker/ Tutor!

Hi! I am a professional actress who just moved back home to Pittsburgh from NYC and looking for flexible work as I continue to perform! I'm a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in PA and have multiple years of senior care/ special needs experience. Also, growing up with a big brother with physical and mental disabilities and...
Alexis can also help with: Personal care, respite care
Skills:

CNA

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Nikayla P.


Oakmont, PA

$18-35/hr2 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hello! My name is Nikayla, i'm a Registered Nurse with mainly an adult cardiac background but I also have experience in special needs & hospice care. I was a nursing assistant for two years and have been a nurse for an additional two years. I previously nannied on care. com therefore have child/adolescent experience as well. I...
Nikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

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Nikayla P.


Oakmont, PA

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hello! My name is Nikayla and i'm a registered nurse who specializes in adult medicine. I have experience with medically complex individuals, special needs patients, patients who need hospice care and much more. I have multiple certifications including advanced life support and CPR. I pride myself on being a compassionate and...
Hey! I'm currently a Grad student here at Pitt! I love to be around children and have lots of experience. I love to craft, be outdoors and can help with school work. I'm a NC certified EMT. Currently looking for sitting for date nights, days and when I'm needed. Right now my schedule is pretty open except for Monday and Tuesday....
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Nikolete D.


Mars, PA

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Nikolete. I am 22 years old, and I have a lot of experience in special needs. I look forwarding to working with you. Thank you.
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Trentino M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Ready To Help!

Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over six years of experience providing exceptional care to individuals in need, including seniors and those with disabilities. Proven ability to build trusting relationships with clients and their families while delivering personalized support that enhances quality of life. Skilled in...
Trentino can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, companionship, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
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Marcie C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care

I can provide private duty staffing to nursing homes, personal care homes and hospitals. Duties include: Bathing, dressing, grooming and assisting with personal hygiene. Perform light homemaking assistance, including help with personal laundry, meal preparation, and food shopping. Assist with self-administered medications....
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Sara B.


Wexford, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

I am a current Occupational Therapy doctorate student at Duquesne University. While I am not an official OT yet, I have done my fieldwork rotations in a skilled nursing facility, pediatric therapy, home health, and hospice care! I have also worked as a personal caregiver for children with autism and cerebral palsy. I am...
I have a bachelor's degree in Special Education and a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I've had a passion for individuals with special needs since a young age, and find so much enjoyment in helping others! I may be young, but I believe this to be an advantage due to my energetic and bubbly personality. :) My...
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Loren D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced PCA

Once I graduated high school, I began working for Easter Seals Child Development Center -- a facility largely based around children with special needs. In addition to being a teacher, I was a personal care-aide for a young boy with autism, global delays, and sensory processing disorder. I accompanied him to his various...
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Amanda V.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Certified Special Education Teacher

Hey there! My name is Amanda and I have been a Special Educator for 2 years. I've worked a variety of classrooms including Life Skills, Learning Support, Emotional Support, and Hearing Support. I specialize in students with Autism, ADHD, and emotional disorders. I've worked with students ranging from K-12 and have specific...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Allison Park, PA

Jennifer A.

5.0

My family worked with Jen for several months while my father suffered from late stage dementia and required significant care. Jen took amazing care of my father and understands the vital nuances of communicating with and comforting dementia patients. She helped us in so many ways we didn't...

- Matthew L.

Catherine M.

5.0

Cathy has been wonderful in her care of my mother. She is sweet, patient, and very understanding of the difficulties of aging; she has a heart of go!d! She anticipated my mother's needs thoughtfully and generously and has been a tremendous help to our family. We have been so grateful to have had her...

- Kathryn S.

Kristi D.

5.0

Kristi was amazing!! She was so thoughtful and thorough and asked us tons of questions before she arrived to make sure she was super prepared to help out with our special needs son. Her experience and knowledge definitely helped put us at ease as we were 100% confident that our little guy was in...

- Charles R.

Marcie C.

5.0

Marcie is very punctual and dependable and very caring. Marcie took care of my parents for six years. Very trustworthy.

- Kathy S.

Elizabeth N.

5.0

Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork.

- Renee C.

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