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Special needs adult care in Arden, NC

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Elizabeth B.


Arden, NC

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

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I'm a CNA with 20plus years of experience taking care of the elderly, children, and developmentally disabled. I'm an Asheville resident who is kind, hard-working, and loyal. I'm vaccinated and boosted (Moderna).
Elizabeth can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Deloris P.


Hendersonville, NC

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I would really like to speak with you about this position! I am a retired Speech-Language Pathologist and have decades of experience with "differently abled" individuals. I believe I could benefit your family member with excellent care and expertise with many diagnoses.
5.0
"Lori has been a gift to our family. She is kind, patient, and very capable when caring for our adult son who is cognitively disabled."

Carolyn L.

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Christine Z.


Candler, NC

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Loving Childcare Provider With Experience Caring For Children With Special Needs

I have an Elementary Education Teaching Certification from NC. I have taken many college level courses about caring for children with special needs and I have experience caring for them in classroom and home settings. I am very patient, caring and loving and find it personally rewarding to care for all children.
5.0
"Christine currently works for me at E. Charter School. She is great with all ages of kids that we serve here, Kindergarten through 8th grade. She has many interests that she shares with children. She is alert and sees potential problems before they come to...

James W.

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Heather D.


Asheville, NC

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care For Your Special Child

Hello, My name is Heather and I have 20 years of experience working with young children. I have cared for several children with special needs. Some had been diagnosed with autism, ADHD, juvenile diabetes, depression and sensory integration disorder. I have a graduate degree in early childhood education and a bachelor's degree in...
5.0
"Heather was very attentive and loving to my 12 year old child with Down syndrome. She was interested in his needs and incorporated things to help him improve. My child loves her very much!"

Michelle S.

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Mackenzie S.


Asheville, NC

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Current Doctor Of Occupational Therapy Student Looking For Part-time Work.

I am currently an Occupational Therapy student working towards my Doctorates. I have experience working patients with cerebral palsy, autism, down syndrome, fragile X syndrome, TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury), hearing impaired, and dementia. I was a caregiver for a 2-year-old with autism for about a year. I spent the past 6 months...
Mackenzie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Mackenzie is dedicated to helping others. She is caring, thorough, knowledgeable and considerate. She is creative and has a gentle demeanor and has a knack for putting people at ease. Her positivity Is a well admired trait."

Cindy A.

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Phillip L.


Asheville, NC

$18-50/hr8 yrs exp

Committed And Experienced Caregiver.

I am a compassionate and experienced Caregiver specializing in caring for persons with disabilities, who is adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot provide self-care & those who require a more intense level of care. I am committed to caring for clients in a way that improves their overall quality of life. I...
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Heather W.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, I am currently finishing up my last year of Graduate School in a Psychology and Dance/Movement Therapy program. I have recently moved to Asheville to be a clinical intern at BMNTC. I am looking for a great family to work for during this time! Previously coming to Asheville, I lived in Keene, NH and worked as a Daily...
The grand majority of my experience come from working at a special needs camp for 7 years working one on one with individuals experiencing all sorts of challenges.
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Rebecca C.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

After many years in the food service industry, I have made the decision to move into the healthcare field. I have always been a happy, nurturing person and I am ready to use these strengths to make a difference in the lives around me. In the past, I completed CNA school and had BLS certification. I have let these...
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Michelle M.


Asheville, NC

$22-40/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver All Kinds Of Special Needs Individuals, Children And Adults

I have been working with individuals with special needs since I was 16. My father is a special needs teacher. I have been a nanny to families and I have worked in a camp environment. I am a passionate advocate for special needs causes.
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Beryl B.


Asheville, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

20+ years teaching experience (private tutoring & teaching, primarily math but have taught other subjects; worked with both neurotypical and students with neurological differences, primarily autisum). Like to laugh and have fun, and I believe that a connection must be made for learning to occur. Contact me if you are looking...
I have been a caretaker for many years but specifically for elder care, one year. I have a disabled child, and therefore am very comfortable and well versed in a caretaker role. I can provide support with medication, grocery shopping, cleaning, bathing, dressing, gardening and am happy to be a friendly person to connect with...
Courtney can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, respite care, transportation & more
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Debra C.


Asheville, NC

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant . Personal Trainer . Stretch Therapy

**CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE** I'm a health and wellness professional as well as a COTA. My strength is providing therapeutic movement and activities for health, rehabilitation, and well-being. Also trained in self-care, transfers, modification techniques, home safety, and adaptive equipment. My experience includes outpatient rehab,...
Debra can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, errands, companionship, specialized care, meal prep & more
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Mckenna S.


Asheville, NC

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi I'm Kenna. I have my Bachelors in Social Work and currently work part-time as an assistant at Shining Mountain Waldorf school. I have worked as a direct support professional for individuals who experience cognitive and physical disabilities and worked as Registered Behavioral Technician with children who experience autism. I...
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Sheri K.


Asheville, NC

$10-15/hr

Senior Caregiver/ Companion

I currently care for a special needs child who is starting back at school part time. I cared for my grandparents at the end of their life and have loved working with seniors. I'm comfortable taking directions me learning whatever needs to be adjusted to. I am a kind and fun companion.
Sheri can also help with: Specialized care, companionship, mobility assistance, visiting physician, personal care, dementia & more
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Julia L.


Asheville, NC

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver (Professionally Certified FL Teacher)

Hello! I believe strongly and deeply in giving neurodiverse and physically diverse populations personalized assistance to reach their full potential. I am proud to have over 6 years of professionally certified teaching experience working with children with varying exceptionalities in public and private settings. I received my...
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Sheri K.


Asheville, NC

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

I've worked in this field am looking to pick up 1-2 days/week. I am passionate about care. Currently I work with a special needs child who is returning part time to school. Have references.
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Holly H.


Asheville, NC

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate, Detail Oriented Caregiver

Hello! I'm a kind and nurturing individual who finds purpose in caring for others. The majority of my care-giving experience is from nannying children for 6 years. However a couple of years ago I spent 8 months caring for an elderly couple for 25 hours a week, and before that also cared for my grandmother in my home at the end...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, transportation, errands, respite care & more
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Kelli O.


Asheville, NC

$24-25/hr2 yrs exp

Mom Of 4 Experienced In Special Needs

I was blessed to raise my 4 children for 25 years while also helping run a ministry for young men that need a second chance. I then had the pleasure of taking care of a young lady with Cerebral Palsy, who is wheel chair bound, for 2 years before moving to Asheville recently. I understand how hard it can be to have to be away...
Kelli can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, home modification, respite care, light cleaning & more
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Maura R.


Asheville, NC

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Enthusiastic, Reliable Caretaker

My love and passion for enriching the lives of children combined with experience and education in childcare makes me uniquely suited for this position. Through teaching, counseling and nursing I have gained a rich history of knowledge to enhance the care I give. Right now, as an ABA therapist, I provide behavior therapy and...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Arden, NC

Deloris P.

5.0

Lori has been a gift to our family. She is kind, patient, and very capable when caring for our adult son who is cognitively disabled.

- Carolyn L.

Christine Z.

5.0

Christine currently works for me at E. Charter School. She is great with all ages of kids that we serve here, Kindergarten through 8th grade. She has many interests that she shares with children. She is alert and sees potential problems before they come to fruition, and takes initiative in doing so....

- James W.

Heather D.

5.0

Heather was very attentive and loving to my 12 year old child with Down syndrome. She was interested in his needs and incorporated things to help him improve. My child loves her very much!

- Michelle S.

Mackenzie S.

5.0

Mackenzie is dedicated to helping others. She is caring, thorough, knowledgeable and considerate. She is creative and has a gentle demeanor and has a knack for putting people at ease. Her positivity Is a well admired trait.

- Cindy A.

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