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Special needs adult care in Downingtown, PA

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Samantha D.


West Chester, PA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Samantha and I have my bachelors in sociology from Shippensburg University. I am currently in nursing school at Delaware County Community College. I have my CNA as well with experience working with seniors in the home and in facilities. I also worked as a TSS and PCA helping children with special needs in their...
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Starlyn E.


Coatesville, PA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated And Kind Worker

Dedicating my life and time to elderly care since the passing of my beloved grandmother 27 years ago, where she left this world at the beautiful age of 97 has gained me knowledge in caring for the elderly with different disabilities and diseases. Working in homes as a home health aide and at nursing facilities including the VA...
Starlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

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Lisa R.


Pottstown, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

4.1

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have always had a passion for working with the elderly. I've worked as a personal care aid and have experience in companion care, bathing, dressing, ambulation, medication reminders,. had previous training n first aid and CPR. And I've been working with older ones and handicapped/disabled since I was a teen, and have had...
Lisa can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, personal care, meal prep, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Very compassionate. She is always on time. Very friendly."

Randy H.

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Tracy P.


Royersford, PA

$23-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

I have 8 years experience working as an assistant teacher with preschoolers with developmental delays and multiple disabilities. I have worked with children with various cognitive and physical issues, speech delays, and autism.
5.0
"I have had the pleasure to know Tracy in two different settings. We worked together at the P. Kindergarten Center. She also worked for me at V. Church as a volunteer in our Nursery Valley Kids Ministry. Tracy is one of the most kind and patient people I know. At...

Jill S.

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Margaret R.


King of Prussia, PA

$40-58/hr5 yrs exp

Excellent Care For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs my entire life; my older brother has down syndrome, autism, and experienced seizures as a baby that left him nonverbal and severely mentally retarded. After helping my parents with my brother, I moved on to working with families with special needs in their homes. My experience is most extensive...
5.0
"Margo is an amazing caretaker and friend. She has been helping me out with my 20 year old daughter who has severe epilepsy and global development/ cognitive delays. My daughter loves spending time with her and I am comforted knowing that my daughter is safe under...

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Laura L.


Wayne, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

M.A. Level Art Therapist Can Work With Special Needs Children

I like to encourage children with special needs so they don't get discouraged. I seek to treat them compassionately and without condescension. I can help them through art and other creative play.
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Judith J.


Media, PA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care, Help With Medicines Doctors Appointments Etc. Love Working With The Elderly ( Companion )

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Multiple years experience with the elderly , dementia, special needs children and adults. I worked in the Wisconsin school district with special-needs students for 9 yrs working with special and regular ed students along w with volunteering and working in the health room as needed providing care for sick and injured students.,...
Judith can also help with: Hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"She is friendly, kind and compassionate! We absolutely love her!"

Vera C.

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Judith J.


Media, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Thank you for your time and consideration now and in the future! ! I reside in Media and I work part time for an Agency in Exton I was interested in picking up more hours Special needs care available. I work in there Wisconsin school district of kettle moraine with the special-needs boy from 2nd to 11th grade and also had...
5.0
"Judy worked for many years as a special needs assistant for my son within the public school system. During that time, the two of them had a wonderful working relationship. I always felt that I could entrust my son's care to Judy. She has a bright and warm...

Jennifer R.

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Doris A.


King of Prussia, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Most Loving Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Doris is a sincere, sweet and lovely lady with 10 years' experience. Doris is honored and rewarded to be of service to children, special needs cases and the elderly. Doris is patient and understanding with all special needs clients requiring many different levels of care. Your loved ones will be treated with love and compassion....
Doris can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Doris is an excellent care giver. She is kind and compassionate and always had K's best interests at heart . She treated K like a daughter and would go above and beyond to make sure she was receiving exceptional care. In times of need Doris was there and would...

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Kimberly E.


Glen Mills, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Companion

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

More than 15 years senior care giving experience. Have a lot of experience with dementia, stroke patients and Parkinson's patients. I have years of experience with stroke victims, dementia, special needs adults. Was also a teachers assistant for Special Education students Kindergarten thru age 21). I have always been a...
Kimberly can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kim was a true answer to our prayers. She cared for my mom, who has advanced dementia, with such love and kindness. When Kim was with my mom, I knew every detail would be well attended. Kim has my complete recommendation to any family who is looking to hire a...

Sam D.

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Kate L.


Royersford, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

About Myself

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as friendly, trustworthy and energetic. I raised four kids. They all played sports through college, so our lives were very hectic. My youngest is now 25. I worked in sales before I had kids. Since then I had a cleaning business, was an instructional asst. in a special needs kindergarten and worked...
Kate can also help with: Mobility assistance, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"I would highly recommend Kate as a senior caregiver! She takes her job very seriously and commits fully to what ever she is asked to do! She goes above and beyond her normal duties to help out when she can. She is considerate, respectful, and very responsible!"

Mary B.

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Lillian B.


Marcus Hook, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a special friend who is now 20 years old. I have been a part of she and her parents lives since she was 8. I am employed by Life Path out of Media PA in doing the care since she was about 14. I receive 29 hours of training each year through Life Path. I enjoy my work.
5.0
"Ms. Lil was our nanny for our two boys ages 1 and 3. One of our sons has a special medical need. Ms. Lil ensured he received his medication and was observant of any changes in his behavior. She even went the extra mile by attending a class hosted by the hospital to...

Janna G.

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Nina A.


Norristown, PA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

17 Years Of Experience Caring For People, Including Children, Elderly And Disabled Individuals

My name is Nina, I have 17 years of experience caring for various individuals from children, elderly, autistic and those who are disabled. I have always had a passion for helping others. I am a patient, reliable, compassionate and caring person. I recently was a Registered Behavior Technician working with children with autism &...
Nina can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Nina is an exceptionally compassionate and intelligent person. She demonstrates extraordinary caring and kindness when caring for children. Her calm and patient nature are ideal for being a great childcare provider. She obviously loves children, is respectful and...

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Susan C.


Aston, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 30 years experience working with adults, elderly and special needs kids with sensory impairments, physical limitations and medical issues. I started my career while in college as a direct care assistant, supervising staff, agency and now work in a classroom setting. I work full time and am looking for part time work...
Susan can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship
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Viola H.


King of Prussia, PA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified And Registered Medical Assistant With Over 13 Yrs Of Experience In Patient Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have many years of experience in working with seniors adolescents, special needs and pediatrics. I find it to be very rewarding. Its nice to have someone caring for your loved one who's supportive, attentive and compassionate. I believe I have all those qualities. I enjoy caring for people and making a difference their lives....
Viola can also help with: Companionship, errands, personal care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

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Jaclyn M.


Norristown, PA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I graduated from Penn State Abington with a degree in Psychology and will begin grad school for Occupational Therapy in June 2019. My experience with children who have special needs includes an internship at Theraplay- a company that provides OT, PT, and speech therapy for children. I have experience babysitting children from...
I have three years of special needs care mainly for kids with Autism. I'm currently a weekend caregiver for an 11-year-old girl with Autism and a 14-year-old boy with Autism. They are siblings and some of my duties include but are not limited to personal care assistance (bathroom, dressing, etc), meal prep, feeding assistance,...
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Carli M.


Wilmington, DE

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/Sitter!

I have lots of experience with children and adults with disabilities, specifically ranging from ages 4 to 29. I have worked in school settings as a paraprofessional, a camp counselor, and as a respite care provider. I'm currently a college-aged student pursuing an education degree and looking for more experience!
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Christine T.


Marcus Hook, PA

$20-36/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Experienced RN who has worked in hospitals, senior living, and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. I have experience with hospice as well. I am available after 4 on weeknights and any hours on weekends. I am a mother of 3 and a grandmother and also very interested in providing part time child care.
Christine can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Downingtown, PA

Lisa R.

3.0

Lisa is very nice and willing to help in any way she can. Her health issues and weather sometimes made her undependable. She didn't take corrective criticism very well. She sometimes spoke about topics that were inappropriate in my opinion. She needed to be reminded of Standard Precautions: hand...

- Former Member A.

Tracy P.

5.0

I have had the pleasure to know Tracy in two different settings. We worked together at the P. Kindergarten Center. She also worked for me at V. Church as a volunteer in our Nursery Valley Kids Ministry. Tracy is one of the most kind and patient people I know. At the Kindergarten Center she worked...

- Jill S.

Margaret R.

5.0

Margot is a lovely person to have in our home. She is reliable, knowledgeable, and trustworthy and takes wonderful care of our daughter.

- Care member

Judith J.

5.0

She is friendly, kind and compassionate! We absolutely love her!

- Vera C.

Judith J.

5.0

I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta Type III, so I use a wheelchair and I have brittle bones. Judy was my aid in school from 2nd grade to 11th grade. Throughout all those years she did a phenomenal job. Making sure I was safe was always her top priority. She was always there to help me with anything I...

- Christian R.

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