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60 special needs adult care are listed in Gresham, OR

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of February 2025

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

Special needs adult care in Gresham, OR

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Bernice D.


Camas, WA

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My dear mother spent 16 years in an assisted living facility after suffering a stroke. Over the years, in addition to disabilities from the stroke, she was afflicted with Alzheimer's. In the beginning years I was able to take her out for drives and short shopping excursions, but eventually her physical limitations precluded...
Bernice can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation
5.0
"We were just about to give up on hiring an independent caregiver, then along came Bernice. She's been with my mom for about a month now and she's just wonderful with her. She is caring, resourceful, has appropriate boundaries. I live in a different state and...

Diana P.

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Kelly M.


Portland, OR

$16-25/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've work as a teacher for over 5 years and with children for over 10 years. have experience with individuals ages 5-30 in a range of different needs. I consider myself responsible, professional, creative, and fun! I love to engage with individuals in different ways and settings to truly make sure we all have a great time!...
5.0
"I have never met a more creative, PATIENT, and committed individual. I worked along side Ms. Mahoney for a little over 2 years in the special education department of a neighborhood school. In that time I have seen her compassionately hold a high bar for all her...

Emily S.

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Olinda R.


Portland, OR

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Worked As An Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Worked for TIRR - Texas Institute for Rehabilitation and Research with brain injury, quadriplegic and stroke patients. Did research for the University of Texas Health and Science Center in the Pediatric area for 8 years. Was a CPS Investigator for 12 years and also worked for Adult Protective Services DADS. Up to date with my...
5.0
"She thought of fun things to do with my special needs brother in the community and was a good communicator. Plus she really does have a dependable car for transportation which reduces unexpected surprises."

Sabine P.

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Sean E.


Portland, OR

$18-40/hr8 yrs exp

Caring For Others Is What I Do Best

I have been working as a caregiver for seniors and persons with disabilities both learning and physical for over 8 years. I spent over 4 years caring for persons with Autism both verbal and non verbal and I very much enjoy watching my clients grow and learn to not only live with their disabilities but thrive. I feel that...
I am also interested in working with children or young adults who have disabilities or may require different care, and am open to learning and adapting my abilities to better assist any needs.
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Savannah S.


Portland, OR

$21/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate And Creative Individual Looking To Work With Children Or Adults

Hi I'm Savannah, excited to meet you! I am a light-hearted, compassionate, and patient person. I have years of experience working with people and caring for animals. I am self-motivated, curious, responsible, and learn quickly. I laugh easily and often while remaining present and attentive. I have a lot of skills and lived...
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Diana G.


Camas, WA

$18-23/hr

Energetic And Compassionate Caregiver

I have 10 years of professional childcare experience. I have worked as a para educator and have worked with children ranging from preschool to adulthood. I love to do fun activities that are specific to each child that I care for.
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Michelle C.


Portland, OR

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Music Specialist

Comfortable providing companion/supervision/transportation, simple meal preparation. My degree is in music education and I have had 30+ years experience with private voice, piano, guitar and choral leadership. I'm also comfortable with special needs individuals of all ages. I've done extensive research on the benefits of music...
Michelle can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, respite care, dementia
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Drew P.


Portland, OR

$16-50/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs/Any Need Caregiver

When I was 10 years old, my youngest sister was born with Down syndrome. After my initial concern and confusion about what this meant had passed, I realized that she was just a little girl who'd become increasingly more special to me as time passed. After having such a close bond with her, I began working in various special...
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Erica S.


Vancouver, WA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver

I have many years of experience ranging from in-home intensive services, bathing, feeding, changing, transferring, etc... I also have experience with high functioning individuals that just need a bit of a helping hand to do things as independent as possible. I'm currently looking to become a regular part of someone's team!
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Daniel W.


Portland, OR

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello! My name is Daniel and I'm a highly experienced caregiver with 10+ years of direct care experience with high need populations. For 4 and a half years I worked as a professional caregiver at a home for kids and teens with severe disabilities. For three years after that I worked as a counselor at a treatment facility for...
Daniel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, personal care, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Lana M.


Portland, OR

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I started my healthcare career in 2002 at 16 years old when I became a Certified Nursing Assistant. I worked at a nursing home and at Kalispell Regional Medical Center before moving to Portland in 2005. When I had my son in 2007, I was blessed to be a stay at home mother for 5 years. My son has autism, which has taught me, and...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have a BA in Psychology and I believe my education has really helped me understand several physical and mental disabilities really well. I am also a naturally empathetic, compassionate, and patient person. I am vaccinated and boosted against Covid-19. I have family members with autism, mental illness, diabetes, and...
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Aivy N.


Portland, OR

$16-30/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

During my senior year of college, we were asked to pick a capstone class, a class that would integrate a field of studies related to prior coursework, and I chose to attend half a month at Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. MHKC allowed me to be a camp counselor, working one on one with a child for one week, and an adult with the other for...
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Destiny B.


Portland, OR

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Encouraging Caregiver

6 years of private caregiving. Graduated certified nursing assistant training. CPR/FIRST AIDE/BLS/AED certified. I've worked with diabetics, physical & mental disabilities, postoperative care, and more. Thank you for your time.
Destiny can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

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Drew P.


Portland, OR

$16-19/hr

Part-time Companion/Valet/Chauffeur/Butler/Errand-Runner

When I began college, my goal was to work with children with disabilities and special needs, and that was all. By the time I'd graduated from college however, I'd become aware of the vast spectrum of people who could use assistance, regardless of specific disabilities or age. My own grandparents had become less mobile as time...
Drew can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
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Amy L.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Seniors Like Me

I have experience with developmentally disabled and other disabled individuals. I have worked with those with mental and physical disabilities and dementia and well, just being older which presents it's own needs sometimes. And I enjoy greatly being around, visiting with, and helping seniors.
Amy can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, home modification, personal care, live-in home care & more
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Lalia M.


Portland, OR

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Go By Lalia; Teacher/Mentor/AId

I have worked with kids on the autism spectrum through Multnomah county DDS and those with challenges in the classroom teaching and tutoring through PPS. I have developed techniques and an attitude through all my experience in theater that has served me well. I am currently directing The Girls Empowerment Project ; supporting...
Hi! My name is Wren, and I am a young woman living in Portland, Oregon. I am a recent graduate from PSU. I received my BA in Liberal Studies with a focus in Gender Studies. After graduating, I am excited to invest myself in my community and cultivate joy in my day-to-day life. I am compassionate, have a fun-loving attitude, and...
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Wislande P.


Portland, OR

$26-31/hr6 yrs exp

I'm A CNA I Love My Job And I Like Taking Care Of People

I worked for almost 7 years like caregivers taker I have my license in CNA. I'm a lovely a caring person. I have Medical Assistant experience. I do my best for safety and security for my clients. Personal care aides assist people with chronic diseases, physical disabilities and mental ailments by helping them prepare meals, get...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Gresham, OR

Bernice D.

5.0

We were just about to give up on hiring an independent caregiver, then along came Bernice. She's been with my mom for about a month now and she's just wonderful with her. She is caring, resourceful, has appropriate boundaries. I live in a different state and with Bernice I do not have to...

- Diana P.

Kelly M.

5.0

I have never met a more creative, PATIENT, and committed individual. I worked along side Ms. Mahoney for a little over 2 years in the special education department of a neighborhood school. In that time I have seen her compassionately hold a high bar for all her students while tirelessly working to...

- Emily S.

Olinda R.

5.0

She thought of fun things to do with my special needs brother in the community and was a good communicator. Plus she really does have a dependable car for transportation which reduces unexpected surprises.

- Sabine P.

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