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: Personal care, respite care, visiting physician, live-in home care

5.0

"Danitza is personally committed to the care of my wife and is very attentive to her needs. She is punctual and detail oriented. She has an excellent personality and remains flexible to meet any needs that arise."

Michael 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...

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: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & 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.

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: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship & more

Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Cloe M.

$18-22/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.

$75/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extensive Background In Healthcare And Education

5.0

(1)

Academic background: 1) UCLA- Biochemistry, 2) George Mason University- Nursing. My experience working both in and out of the hospital has afforded me invaluable firsthand knowledge of the many disparities in our healthcare system. My aim is to address those disparities through helping clients and their families attain their own...

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.

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: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

4.0

"I recently hired Julie for a long weekend. Her references were outstanding and she was a pleasure to work with. She understood my instructions easily and did everything I asked her to. My only caution is that she seemed to lack experience in doing transfers....

Claude G.

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: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, live-in home care, personal care

Skills:

CNA

5.0

"You cannot go wrong with picking Shannel. She's an excellent caregiver and companion. She's very passionate, empathetic, caring and I can tell she really enjoys what she does. Shannel took care of my 79 year old mom. She was always punctual, if she was running...

Rosaline S.

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: Personal care, home modification, 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.

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.

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

"Highly recommend and will definitely use her again!"

Jessa 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...

Gloria M.

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

My name is Gloria. I have 25 years of experience along with many references. I'm available for full time care. Having worked with many patients, I have experience with gt-tube, also ventilator, Parkinson, MS, dementia, and much more. I love my job and will treat your loved ones and care for them the same way I would want my...

Marilis G.

Alexandria, VA

$13-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I can see in their eyes, smile and face the work that I do. That fillet my heart. I was volunteer in Patronato Luz del Ciego. Since I was 10 years old, I was working with people who are blind, low vision and seniors (this is in my mom's job). Since 2000 I had my first observation and then my own patients with special need...

Rhonda J.

Takoma Park, MD

$20/hr • 20 yrs exp

Dignity Provided With Care!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as extremely kind, thoughtful and focused . I like caring for seniors and people with special needs because I genuinely enjoy helping people feel comfortable and safe. I'm looking for a job that will compensate me for my knowledge and experience. I started caring for people with special needs...

5.0

"Rhonda has been very reliable and is a hard worker. She is knowledgeable about special needs and has good communication skills. We are very please with her services. I recommend her very much."

Adriana C.

Delmy R.

$16-39/hr

5.0

(1)