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Find special needs adult care in Cohoes, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Cohoes, NY

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 5 years

Special needs adult care in Cohoes, NY

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Tanith B.


Cohoes, NY

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Art Teacher Looking For Summer Break Adventures

5.0

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As a teacher on summer break who's new to the area, I'd like to get to know some new families and spend some time with kids without having to grade their work! I have worked in education for the past decade. I also worked with children with developmental disabilities for over 10 years and still work with some of them as adults...
5.0
"Trustworthy and cleans up! She took great care of my infant and toddler and also picked up the house. "

Nikki S.

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Christian Anthony S.


Cohoes, NY

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creater

I'd describe my personality as Carring, passionate. I like caring for people with special needs because it takes patients and care to assist with their daily activities I'm looking for a job that I love I started caring for people with special needs when I was 17 In my spare time, I like to kayak One thing you should...
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Alexandra C.


Cohoes, NY

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I am a certified home health aide. I have experience working with the elderly, as well as peds. I am versed with those whom are on the spectrum. I have also worked at Living Resources so I also have worked with those who are disabled or in need of a little bit of extra care. I am a very nurturing mother as I have four loving...
Alexandra can also help with: Dementia, respite care, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Grashe S.


Cohoes, NY

$16-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Grashe and I am a 33-year-old mother of 3. I am currently working as a personal care aid been certified since 2015 but just started doing this fully time now that my kids are older. I got into this work because I have a disabled mother and two disabled brothers that I help care for. Once I got in it I loved it...
Grashe can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care
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Laura A.


Cohoes, NY

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with years of experience supporting individuals of all ages, including those with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer's, and seniors in need of extra care. I specialize in providing personalized, hands-on assistance with daily activities, meal preparation, medication management, and...
Laura can also help with: Dementia, transportation, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Christina B.


Cohoes, NY

$26/hr5 yrs exp

Very Experienced In Many Areas And Open Minded

I have approximately 5 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Medical Management. I have experience working in Nursing Homes and regular homes. Used to work with mentally disabled people as well and loved it. Experience with Comfort Care and Hospice. I'm someone who really is open to a lot of things and I don't back...
Christina can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

My name is Diamond and I been in the healthcare field for 5 years now . I worked with people with disabilities and I also worked with people with dementia in a assistant living I currently still work with assistant living . I cook I clean have a great personality get along with every one I come across. Very professional great...
Diamond can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

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Mary M.


Cohoes, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi this is Mary I am an LPN and I work with an agency for 13 years I've done behavioral health pediatrics one on one care with children with special needs feeding G-tube trach care playing and having fun please let me know if you would like to meet me thank you
Hello my name is Tatiana . I have with 4yrs of Experience in nursing homes . I have experience with working with the patients with Dementia , Alzheimer's , Parkinson's & disability & companion care . I can assist with Bathing , Feeding cooking and daily activities , etc . I have reliable transportation to and from work. I am...
Tatiana can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Drupatti S.


Schenectady, NY

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide

Hello, my name is Drupattie. I am a certified home health aide, first aide, and CPR certified. I have been working within the healthcare field for over 10 years. I have experience with special needs, dementia Alzheimer's , hospices). I am proud of my reputation for being a very kind, honest, and...
Drupatti can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

5.0
"honest reliable and care-giving!! She goes above and beyond to do her job she's very passionate about everything she does very family oriented give her a chance you won't regret"

Sunita S.

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Jessica C.


Troy, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Personal Care Aide With Over 15 Years Experience Available To Work Part-time.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I have over 25 years experience as a care giver for the elderly and disabled. I am experienced in first aid, CPR, g-tube feedings, wound care, medication and insulin administration. My care ranges from companion to hospice care. I also provide transport, light housework, food prep, errands and medication management. If you...
Jessica can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"We hired Jessica in August 2017 to help with my sister and her husband who have health and mobility issues. I couldn't be happier with her performance. She is well qualified, professional, compassionate, always ready to help, always able to get competent fill-ins...

Doris K.

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Cynthia T.


Albany, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

20+ years being a care giver to my parents, my child with special needs, and patients. I've been parenting for 31 years. I love fur babies/ pets and am open to them being in the home at time of care. I have lots of experience in the medical field. I am very patient, open minded, honest, empathetic and always looking for ways to...
Cynthia can also help with: Personal care, respite care
5.0
"Cynthia was selected after reviewing over 90 resumes. She is a dedicated caregiver and forward thinker. Within a week she has motivated my elderly Mother to want to use a tablet and communicate by Facebook, email... My Mother thinks she is great and enjoys...

Matthew F.

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Mariama C.


Albany, NY

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm reliable, patient, respectful, responsible & very hard working person. I've have worked in the medical field for more than 10 years now. Helping & Taking care of the elderly patients with dementia, Alzheimer or disability have always been my passion. Helping them with their activities of daily living ( bathing or...
Mariama can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning, respite care
5.0
"MARIAMA was a pleasure to have. She is kind, smart, and reliable. She was a great help to me"

Dawn T.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a p c a I have 15years experience I also work with ms , I work with kids adults and elderly I love talking care with people
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Rosina S.


Clifton Park, NY

$32-35/hr10 yrs exp

PCA / Home Health Aide/ DSP

Hello my name is Rosina, I've been in the healthcare field for 24 years and find my job very rewarding. I'm Caring compassionate & very reliable. I Have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia. I've worked with the elderly in assisted living and nursing facilities & also there homes. I've also worked with individuals with...
Rosina can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I had Rosina take care of my grandmother for 4 weeks while myself and my family went on vacation, she is very trustworthy always picked up the phone asap when I called. My grandmother absolutely loved her I would definitely hire her again."

Ambrin S.

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Shaeisha F.


Troy, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Bundles Of Care ,caregiving Services

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified home health aide with 10+ years experience delivering compassionate caregiving specializing in caring for elderly, person suffering from illness, and those with disabilities. Adept in providing optimal care for those who cannot care for themselves , and those who require a more intense level of patient care . ,...
Shaeisha can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Shaeisha was amazing, she goes above and beyond. Very Reliable, we would definitely recommend her and rehire her."

Kerrol C.

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Marisa W.


Albany, NY

$16-19/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a special education teacher for 3 years in a school setting. I have a dual degree from The College of Saint Rose in Childhood and Special Education, a Masters Degree in Literacy from SUNY Albany and I am currently halfway through another Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism from The Sage Colleges. I...
5.0
"My son has been working with Marisa for several weeks, and she has been such a joy to work with! Easy to communicate with, flexible with scheduling, and such a positive, resourceful person to have in our son's life. Would highly recommend her to anyone!"

Lindsey A.

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Leslie D.


Schenectady, NY

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Provide Quality Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 18 plus years experience as a caregiver. While providing quality care in all settings. I have had the opportunity to assist in providing care to various populations: Alzheimer, Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson Disease, disabilities that are classified under the OPWDD umbrella. Additionally, I have provided tracheotomy care...
Leslie can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Leslie was amazing! She cared for my father for a week until he passed away and in that time she became family. He was very medically complex and she handled it all so well. She was so attentive to my father and always went above and beyond. She even came over on a...

Colleen K.

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Judith S.


Albany, NY

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

I am experienced in providing care of children with special needs such as autism, cerebral palsy, and ADHD. I am knowledgeable of the communication, learning, and physical needs of the special needs populations.
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Lisbeth A.


Schenectady, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Aide / Persons Of All Ages

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have over 15 years of experience in home health care aide. I am very compassionate skilled aide devoted to providing superior care to persons with disabilities and health limitations. I grew up in a large family in Lima, Peru. I have been taking care of young-ones and seniors ever since. I am very responsible and have known to...
Lisbeth can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I am so blessed to have Lisbeth in my life! I couldn't have asked for a kinder, more professional caregiver. She has been with me for a year and has all the qualities that anyone seeking help would need. She is truly a gem!!!!"

Maria K.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Cohoes, NY

Tanith B.

5.0

Trustworthy and cleans up! She took great care of my infant and toddler and also picked up the house.

- Nikki S.

Drupatti S.

5.0

Drupatti is a wonderful dependable health aide. She is trustworthy, and capable of all life saving treatments. She has a lovely personality that makes it easy to work with her. Very upbeat and a pleasure to be in her company.

- Sarah C.

Jessica C.

5.0

We hired Jessica in August 2017 to help with my sister and her husband who have health and mobility issues. I couldn't be happier with her performance. She is well qualified, professional, compassionate, always ready to help, always able to get competent fill-ins for shifts when others working for...

- Doris K.

Cynthia T.

5.0

Cynthia was selected after reviewing over 90 resumes. She is a dedicated caregiver and forward thinker. Within a week she has motivated my elderly Mother to want to use a tablet and communicate by Facebook, email... My Mother thinks she is great and enjoys spending time with Cynthia. I...

- Matthew F.

Mariama C.

5.0

She is amazing. Very kind and compassionate

- Care member

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