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60 special needs adult care are listed in Fort Myers, FL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024

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

Special needs adult care in Fort Myers, FL

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Lauren A.


Fort Myers, FL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion-CNA Experience

5.0

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I have been working with a special needs teen for 5 years in my hometown. Now in college I have experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant at a memory facility as well as a hospital. I am able to care for a wide variety of injuries or disabilities. I have experience with bathing, feeding, and ambulating help. I have a flexible...
5.0
"Lauren was wonderful with our son who is nonverbal and has epilepsy. She is very kind and patient and we will definitely have her work with him again."

Sandra M.

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Shelly M.


Fort Myers, FL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care Assistant With Devotion

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a senior assistant, I have experience with dementia clients. Also worked and certified as a CCA, caring for and assisting special needs clients. Assisting while teaching personal care and every day living skills. Other abilities include meal prep, medication management, social interaction, appointment transportation and...
Shelly can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Shelley became my moms caregiver and friend. My mom loved Shelley and we were so sad when she had to move away. Shelley helped with many needs as a care giver for my mom, she is kind, understanding trustworthy and willing to help do most anything we needed help...

Laurie S.

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Laura C.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was an elementary school school teacher for 12 years and am currently enrolled in a full time graduate program for occupational therapy. Both of these experiences have afforded me the opportunity to work with children with all types of abilities, and I would love the chance to work together with your family!
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Janet M.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have plenty of experience dealing with various stages of dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer patients. I also have experience with special needs children such as heart conditions, blind, physically handicapped, ADHD. Have had diversity training, former foster parent, girl scout and boy scout leader and trainer.
5.0
"Janet was an absolute lifesaver when our nanny backed out last minute on our vacation. She went above and beyond with my two boys; kept them safe happy entertained and active. My boys warmed up so quickly to her! I highly recommend Janet and would hire her again in...

Elizabeth K.

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Rebecca B.


Fort Myers, FL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver/Companion

Hello! My name is Rebecca, I am 47yrs old. I started working as a geriatric nursing assistant when I was in my early twenties. I have worked with developmentally disabled adults, a double amputee senior, and many dementia/alzheimers affected, beautiful people. All of which I enjoyed and felt it a honor to be apart of making a...
Rebecca can also help with: Companionship, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance
5.0
"Rebecca took care of my mom for 2 years. When we moved to Florida I was lucky enough to find her and blessed to have her work for us. She started out as my mom's companion taking her to lunch, the beach, shopping. Anything my mom wanted to do, Rebecca was game....

Christina R.

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Dina M.


Fort Myers, FL

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Mature & Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with special needs children as a substitute teacher for many years in the elementary and high school settings. I have also have a 17-year-old son who has ADHD. He was diagnosed at the age of 4, and since then, I have researched and learned the most productive ways to help him through behavior therapy. I also enjoy...
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Samantha F.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-50/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider With Pediatric Hospital Experience!

I have provided care for children and teens with special and medical needs for 8 years. I have a degree in child development, so am very familiar with different types of special needs. I am completing my child life specialist internship at Golisano Childrens Hospital, and have also worked at 2 children's hospitals in Arizona so...
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Emma S.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Incoming College Freshman Special Needs Caregiver

I have been involved quite heavily with special needs in many different ways. I coached special needs cheer for two years. I have also been involved in other recreational activities in that facility as well. I have a huge heart and absolutely love being around those with physical needs as well as any cognitive or mental...
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Callie B.


Fort Myers, FL

$10-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced teacher in special needs!

I am a certified teacher and for the last three years since graduating from the University of Maine I have been teaching in Special education. I have worked with kids on the autism spectrum, with down syndrome, as well as behavioral diagnosis like oppositional defiant and attachment disorders. It has been a very rewarding...
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Jourdan K.


Fort Myers, FL

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Looking To Make A New Bestie!

For years I dreamed of growing up and being a special education teacher. Fast forward to 5 years ago and I have a child with autism! I'm a huge advocate for this type of care and support. It's so hard find!!! So that's why I stumbled upon care. com and created an account so I can help mommas like ME!
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Julia S.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

"o Care For Those Who Once Cared For Us Is One Of The Highest Honors"

Greetings! My name is Julia, Originally I'm from upstate NY and grew up with my parents and two older brothers. My mother ran a daycare in our home for 12 years where I assisted her after that she began to work with adults with special needs. Seeing the love she gives and still gives to this day is truly such an inspiration...
Julia can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, errands
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Nicole L.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Guaranteed Peace Of Mind

I am a recent graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University where I earned my Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. I pursued this degree because from a young age, I knew I wanted to spend my life making others smile. I first began working with children with special needs when I was 12 years of age. I have experience working...
I have five years experience formally working with young children with special needs. I am available on weekends and can accommodate any time of day on the weekend with enough notice.
Hello!! I previously worked as an ESE paraprofessional for elementary to high school aged children in 2018 before beginning my career as a licensed physical therapist assistant in 2021 specializing in pediatric therapy. I have worked with children with various diagnosis like autism, Down syndrome, Angelman's syndrome, and...
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Makayla M.


Fort Myers, FL

$22-28/hr6 yrs exp

A Little About Me :)

I have always had a very strong desire for babies and kids. When I was around 10 years old I started babysitting at my neighbors house and continued babysitting there until I was 17. When I was 17 I started seeking out nannying and got a job with a little boy who was thought to have autism (wasn't diagnosed). I realized then...
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Alexi M.


Fort Myers, FL

$30-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hi I am Alexi! I currently work with adults and younger adults on the spectrum. It is my goal to provide my client with the best care and love. I am energetic, caring, respectful, honest and reliable. I love working with kids and adults on the spectrum because it makes me feel alive and I love making a difference in the world. I...
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Taylor L.


Fort Myers, FL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

Hi! I have been working with special needs kids since I was in 5th Grade. 7 years later and I am still just as involved and in love with these kids. I have peered with them every year in the school system and was even Special Olympics president my senior year of high school! Along with that back in my home town I Watched two...
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Susan B.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with youth and young adults with disabilities for over we 10 years. I am very patient and understanding and love helping others. I would love to speak to you about what you are looking for and see what I can do to help. I look forward to speaking with you soon. Have a great wonderful day!
I am experienced with ALS patients, g-tubes, physical and occupational therapy, and breathing treatments.
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Denise V.


Fort Myers, FL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Senior Caregiver

I have experience with caregiving seniors I cared for my stepfather for 10 year's till he ended up with kidney failure so I had no choice but to put him in a home. I administered his medications, meal prep as he was a diabetic. Ran all errands needed, scheduled appointments and transported him to every appointment. I payed his...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Fort Myers, FL

Lauren A.

5.0

Lauren was wonderful with our son who is nonverbal and has epilepsy. She is very kind and patient and we will definitely have her work with him again.

- Sandra M.

Shelly M.

5.0

I broke both of my arms in late January 2024. I hired Shelly in February and have kept her ever since. She does a great job and has a can do attitude. Love her!

- Rebecca W.

Janet M.

5.0

Janet was an absolute lifesaver when our nanny backed out last minute on our vacation. She went above and beyond with my two boys; kept them safe happy entertained and active. My boys warmed up so quickly to her! I highly recommend Janet and would hire her again in an instant!

- Elizabeth K.

Rebecca B.

5.0

Rebecca took care of my mom for 2 years. When we moved to Florida I was lucky enough to find her and blessed to have her work for us. She started out as my mom's companion taking her to lunch, the beach, shopping. Anything my mom wanted to do, Rebecca was game. When my mom took a turn for the...

- Christina R.

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Ratings for Fort Myers, FL special needs adult care listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Fort Myers, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care.