Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in DHS, VA

I grew up with a sister with multiple disabilities and assisted with care taking from a very young age. Much of my childhood and young adult life involved volunteering and working events, jobs, volunteer positions for children and adults with disabilities. I went on to obtain a masters degree in special education from the...

Danitza R.

$15-20/hr

Part-time Companion/Caregiver Available

5.0

(3)

I am an upbeat person and I am very compassionate, encouraging, and trustworthy. I am motivated by helping others. Hence, the majority of my professional, volunteer, and academic experiences have been dedicated to educating and taking care of people. I have background taking care of children, teens, and adults with special...

Danitza can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, respite care, live-in home care

5.0

"Danitza helped me greatly during and after a medical procedure I had done in August of 2018. Danitza visited me just after my surgery and even informed family members of the status of my condition after talking to nurses. Danitza provided excellent at home care...

Nick C.

Shannon H.

Silver Spring, MD

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Aspiring Counselor / Present Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

It is with great interest that I am submitting my resume to become a dedicated caregiver. I am fueled by great ambition towards working as a reliable hand. My focus is to sustain growth within the minds and hearts of those in need. Moreover, I am well versed in managing meals, creating fun and informative activities, and showing...

Richard Dave P.

Fairfax, VA

$30-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Taking Care Of Senior Is My Passion

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified nursing assistant/private care giver for 6 years now. I have care for a lot of elder patients with variety of health conditions such as diabetes, dementia, leukemia, bedridden, ALS, disabled and Parkinson. I can also do light meal preparation, drive to doctor's appointment with provided transportation, and...

Richard Dave can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, specialized care, personal care, meal prep, mobility assistance & more

Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"Richard has been an outstanding caregiver for my father. He has been dependable, respectful and professional. He has taken initiative to cover my fathers need when he is directly caring for him and even making sure his is well cared for on his days off! Richard is...

Christina K.

Shannel S.

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

4.5

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Shannel, and I recently graduated from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2018. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Public Health, and a completion of my minor in Spanish. For the past 4 years, I have been working as a certified nursing assistant, and I am CPR certified. I'm passionate about caring...

5.0

"So glad we found Shannel! She is dependable, always on time ans very comfortable with our daughter with special needs. "

Karen M.

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: Companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep & more

Skills:

Licensed Nurse

5.0

"We hired Monique to support transporting our mother to a medical appointment. Monique is an exceptionally skilled, capable, and caring worker whose passion for and expertise in working with seniors is evident. Our mother felt that Monique worked with her in a...

Nikki S.

Emelina C.

Alexandria, VA

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a nursing assistant , I have license CNA, first aide, CPR , Tb test, clean driving record, and good job references. I have Experience with patients with Alzheimer's , dementia , Parkinson , disabled patient and patient in bed. I can help you in the circulation of your body, with the induction of circulatory massage. I have...

Emelina can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, dementia & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Cloe M.

$17-22/hr

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a younger brother who has down syndrome. We are 2. 5 years apart, and growing up (4 out of 5 kids) him & I were the closest. I did any and everything for him! From walks, to feeding, playing, showering, taking care of everything you can think of. He has cancer for 4 years at 5 years old, and our entire lives changed. He...

Adriana E.

$100/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extensive Background In Healthcare And Education

5.0

(1)

Academic background: 1) UCLA- Biochemistry, 2) George Mason University- Nursing. My hospital experience includes the ICU, surgery, interventional radiology, and dialysis, each of which afforded me invaluable firsthand knowledge of the many disparities in our healthcare system. My aim is to address those disparities through...

5.0

"Adriana is the most compassionate, endearing, ambitious individual and we are so fortunate to have worked with her. When my mom's degenerative neurological condition began to worsen, we quickly found ourselves overwhelmed with her care and day-to-day activities....

Helen H.

Shannel S.

$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

4.3

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a graduate from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2018. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Public Health, and a completion of my minor in Spanish. I've completed an accelerated RN program in 2020 and now work as an RN in DC. I have been working In healthcare for over 5 years. I'm passionate about caring...

Shannel can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite care

Skills:

CNA

3.0

"She is very pleasant, but very green. Hired her to help me post major abdominal surgery with chores and help my handicapped mother. When i needed her to step up, She didn't. When I asked her to step up, she told me she refused to be my house maid, when all I ever...

Susan E.

Julie J.

Bethesda, MD

$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

4.5

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a responsible Home Health Aide with excellent communication skills demonstrating by over 8 years of experience in health care. Using my qualifications in combination with my compassion for others to provide quality service to your loved one. Proficient in providing exceptional in-home support to patients with a wide range...

Julie can also help with: Errands, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0

"Julie was an exceptional caregiver for my dad. She was with us for about 4 years. The experience and genuine care she brought helped my dad get through the day with her positivity and kindness. Her experience showed when taking care of him physically throughout the...

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Jamila D.

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping

5.0

(1)

I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...

Jamila can also help with: Home modification, personal care, visiting nurse

5.0

"Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive."

Cecil D.

Elena B.

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part - Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

My experience with individuals with special needs is expansive. I have worked in group home settings for various age groups and support needs. I am experienced with alternative feeding, medication distribution, ambulation, bathroom assistance (showers, diapers, etc). I have had extensive experience with ASD, ADHD, and a variety...

Maka K.

Bethesda, MD

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

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.

Tykisha T.

$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care/Assistant & Elderly Care Provider in Washington, DC

5.0

(2)

Hello Parents. I am a CDA certified (child development associate) 8+years experience with children ages infant to 16 years of age, children with special needs and "at-risk" children. I reside in NE DC (Brookland). Currently I work pt as a co-teacher at a local private school. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I also have a food...

5.0

"She's punctual, reliable and my daughter adore her. Thank you Ms.TT"

Terry J.

Tawanda S.

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a Bachelors in Psychology with a Minor in Child Development. I have 4 years of experience with working with and teaching children with disabilities. I have a nephew with autism with whom I cared for, for several years, while my sister worked. I am patient, loving, understanding, and open to learning new things. I am...

Bervely E.

$25-27/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have special need experience. I have volunteered in church daycare and summer camps. I have the patience and compassionate heart to do my service and make sure my service schedule matches your family needs. I have worked with two families whom I took care of their kids and did house work. I have experience with kids with...

5.0

"Beverly got the job done! she was very reliable and assisted me with getting in and out of surgery. I will use her again!"

Cheron B.

Queeny B.

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as an ABA therapist and as a camp counselor at a camp for children with special needs in Rhinebeck, NY.

Melissa S.

Falls Church, VA

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant With Lots Of Love

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Let me tell you about myself. I'm a mature woman. I have been a CNA for 10+ years. I have BLS CPR/AED for adults and children. Current with Vaccinations. Reliable transportation. I'm currently working with a 7-year-old girl at her school who has Cerebral Palsy. She is tube fed with speech issues. I have experience with a...

Marilis G.

Alexandria, VA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)