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60 special needs adult care are listed in Derwood, MD
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 2 years
Special needs adult care in Derwood, MD
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a GNA, CNA & CMT.
I have been a caregiver for six years now(9) I work mostly with the elderly, I also provide care to clients with dementia, Parkinson's, mental or physical disabilities etc... I am looking for part and full time as well. I provide care with dressing, bathing, preparing meals, feeding, light house keeping,...
Flavia can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services
5.0
"Flavia is outstanding. The care she provides is excellent. She is totally reliable. We do not need to tell her what things need to be done. She notices on her own and does more to help than we would ever have thought of. In addition, Flavia is like having an old...
Nancy L.
Paige C.
Kensington, MD
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a people person! I love making someone smile but, also being able to help them through anything. I am very outgoing and responsible. After high school, I became a member of Wheaton Volunteer Rescue Squad and am currently training to become an EMT. In college, I am working towards my Bachelors in Child Life. Looking forward...
Susan A.
Potomac, MD
$35-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced.special Needs Mom. Looking To See What I Can Learn From Your Child, As Well As What I
4.8
(10)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Work with various levels of autism, verbal & nonverbal, behavioral, children with feeding tubes, children with emotional, mental and or physical disorders to minimal LD.
Each is a child and unique and first a individual, whom wants to learn, love play and be accepted like everyone else.
5.0
"Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son."
Alin C.
5.0
(4)
Hello everyone,
My name is Maka and I'm originally from Georgia. I am a mother of 4 wonderful children. I live in Chevy Chase, MD with my children and my husband. I enjoy spending time with my family and love to cook a lot.
In Georgia I used to be a full time Russian Language teacher and a part time massage therapist. I...
Maka can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Maka took care of my mom for 2 years. She was always punctual and reliable person. She was giving baths to my mom, dressing her and cooking good meals for her. She was following very well the instructions in giving to my mom all the medicines. She was a good...
Alicia W.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Friendly caregiver with various certifications. I have experience in working with babies, infants children with special needs and seniors
5.0
"Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient when he had one of his "moments" and most of all she she was gracious when I told her I was running late home. Thank you Gifty...
Amber V.
Elizabeth V.
Kensington, MD
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Sitter For Elderly And Children (incl. Special Needs)
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've had all 3 covid vaccination shots & have my records card signed & dated. I have worked with dev-disabled adults and children for over 20 years now. I've worked in DDA-certified group homes as well as provided respite care for family caregivers in private homes. I believe that developmentally-disabled people are very similar...
5.0
(10)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I LIVE IN GERMANTOWN, MD I have been a caregiver/companion for 18 years, and have been trained in CPR care and First Aide I have been vaccinated for Covid 19 and had three boosters and the latest other vaccines... I am very compassionate and understanding, empathetic, dependable I love to laugh. I have worked in private homes...
Pamela can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I hired Pam in a pinch because I had Covid and couldn't visit my mom in her memory care community soon after being admitted to hospice. Pam responded quickly and was able to start within a couple days and really helped me bridge the gaps between when I could be...
Cristina V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello everyone my name is Glorimar and I'm currently looking for opportunity to work for you . Not only can I help you with the buying of groceries or dropping off/picking up other household items, I can also offer you and your family a host of other services.
From cooking your meals to making phone calls, paying bills, hiring...
Glorimar can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Nadya A.
Olney, MD
$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving caring person. My clients are just like my grand parents or a family member to me. with my 12 years experience your beloved ones will be taking care of with compassion.
5.0
"Nadya is very professional, warm and engaging. Our daughter, who has special needs, really enjoys being with Nadya."
Cindy G.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a CNA and a final year medical student that has experience with both Kids and the elderly. I have also taken care of the mentally disabled in a group home. I have worked as an assistant living personnel. And I currently work with private clients and also in the hospital as a CNA on PRN basis. I will say that my biggest...
Lucinda can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, companionship, errands, dementia & more
5.0
"Lucinda is amazing and my three children (13, 12 and 8) love and adore her. She stayed at our house and watched our kids whiles my husband and I went to England and Greece. She walked them to school and also took the boys to their practice. I would hire her over...
Rose A.
Monique J.
Bethesda, MD
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is MonIque am a 52 yr. old female I have 6 children. 5 adult 1 minor. I have been caring for others for 40+ years. I provide high quality care serving seniors and adults with disabilities. I am CPR certified. I am compassionate, patient, trustworthy, reliable, a great listener as well as a great communicator. I...
Monique can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"I hired Monique to care for my grandmother who passed away in July. I work from home but needed assistance in the morning. Monique is amazing, patient, caring, and knowledgeable. Monique didn't just come in and do her time she assisted me in developing a care plan...
Larissa D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My first career was IT but now I work primarily with families. I enjoy exercise, cooking, tutoring, coaching, writing, and helping others. I have an MS in Management of Technologies. Vaccinated w/ first aid certs. Available for morning and eve work. Openings 6/1/2023.
Experienced with children and adults (incl. autism, SIB,...
5.0
"Jim is a dedicated and loyal person. He goes above and beyond to help those in need. He likes to lighten up the room with jokes and gets along with everyone. Definitely an asset."
Jennifer G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a passion for working with people with special needs. Growing up, I was very involved and close with my brother who has Down Syndrome. Before I started teaching, I was a Job Coach for adults with disabilities helping my clients thrive at their jobs.
5.0
"She is delightful and very caring. She understands the needs of our family and is happy to help us as we need her."
Charles A.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate of a local occupational therapy assistant (OTA) program and am currently studying for the national board exam. During my 2+ years in the program, I completed fieldwork in various settings including; schools, psychosocial, assisted living, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. With that being said, I...
5.0
"Victor is absolutely outstanding! He cared for our two dogs when we were away to attend a wedding. We normally take them to a pet hotel, but our older, aging dog recuperating from pneumonia needed to stay home. This is the first time we hired a pet sitter. Victor...
Lisa E.
Cheryl H.
Rockville, MD
< $10/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been doing caregiving for 16 years , mainly live ins. I love helping people and I am very loving, trusting , patient and Dependable. I do light housekeeping , cook and do meds. Store runs and DAILY LIVING SKILLS I HAVE taken care of seniors with all sorts of different disabilities.
5.0
"Cheryl was a wonderful caregiver to my mom. We hired Cheryl for a live-in position when my mom was in hospice care at home during the end of her life. Cheryl learned the routine quickly and gave my mom all the loving attention she needed. She adapted easily to our...
Amy A.
Abebech A.
Silver Spring, MD
$13-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am good with people. I have worked with seniors for over 6 years and I have come to realize that all people have special needs and I am willing to work with them.
Abebech can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care
I have 40+ years of experience. I can help with personal cares, meal preparation, medication management, assist as needed with transportation to appointments etc. and care management.
Understand the complicated medical system and challenges in navigating it. Wealth of experiences as a nurse in the community at home and in the...
Margaret can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
I'm kadidja. Im nursing assistant/ job coach as well, help patients with activities of daily living like eating and bathing. and work with an individual both in and outside of they workplace. training to help them learn what to expect in the work..
Michele F.
Bethesda, MD
$19-24/hr
My name is Michele, I have BT certificate and master in progress BCBA . I love to work on my area. Special need .
I have many years of experience as a caregiver working with people of all ages. I currently work with a 19 years old young man with autism for a few hours each weekend allowing his family a chance to take some time for themselves. Our day consist of taking nature walks, trips to the store to buy a special treat and watching...
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Derwood, MD
Flavia B.
5.0
From the first moment, I met Flavia, I knew that I would be in good care. I hired her for a few days around a surgery. She got me to the hospital on time and her calm, nurturing energy helped keep me calm. I had to spend longer in recovery than anticipated and Flavia was a great advocate for my...
- Care member
Susan A.
5.0
Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son.
- Alin C.
Maka K.
5.0
Punctual, caring, wonderful person. Highly recommended!
- George B.
Gifty Q.
5.0
Gifty is a "Gift" sent from above. I have a 19 year old special needs son and she knew exactly how to work with him. She was very patient when he had one of his "moments" and most of all she she was gracious when I told her I was running late home. Thank you Gifty for being so good to J. I will...
- Amber V.
Pamela M.
5.0
Pam is exactly what prior reviews had said: caring, usually early or on time, dependable. She seems to really enjoy her work and people in general. She is very likeable
- Anne T.