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Find special needs adult care in Hamden, CT that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Hamden, CT

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

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

Special needs adult care in Hamden, CT

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Cassidy C.


West Haven, CT

$22-28/hr7 yrs exp

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5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have many years of experience working with kids and adults with disabilities. I have worked three summers at a camp for people with disabilities and got to meet so many amazing people through it. I also have worked as a personal care assistant. I love getting to know each person I work with. I have experience working...
5.0
"Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family member's weekly needs-- primarily helping her get to the doctor, shopping and appointments."

Nancy P.

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Sarah S.


Branford, CT

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

Extensive Experience With Special Needs

For 8 years I lived and worked in intentional communities for people with developmental disabilities. I've helped people use the restroom, bath, feed themselves, supported at work, home skills and more. I've worked with verbal and nonverbal people too.
5.0
"We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily...

erin B.

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Linda G.


Naugatuck, CT

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...
5.0
"Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs as well as intuitively connecting with her by sharing news of her day, funny stories or whatever. She is...

Lili K.

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Penny L.


Branford, CT

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

4.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA/HHA/senior care companion since 2001. I have taken care of clients with all kinds of disabilities. I do all the tasks of daily living or to the needs of each client such as bathing, dressing, feeding, transfers, and dispensing medication toileting light cooking laundry shopping Dr appts. Whatever needs to be...
Penny can also help with: Respite care, home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Penny came only twice to fill in for my other caregiver. Very capable."

Donna G.

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Christella J.


West Haven, CT

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Christella. I graduated from Nassau Community College with my associate in Liberal arts. I have 9 years of experience working as a home health Aide and one year working as a nursing assistant. I used to work on the tracheostomy floor and I had patients with tube feeding, thickening, and all types of diet plus kosher....
Christella can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Christella was an amazing help when my father in law was ill with cancer. She is very competent, technically skilled at caring for extremely ill patients, and very caring and compassionate. She was punctual and was even able to help us on short notice when we had a...

Cara F.

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Niema S.


New Haven, CT

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am an experienced caregiver with a passion for providing compassionate care for seniors and individuals with disabilities. My responsibilities include assisting with personal hygiene, mobility support, medication management, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and providing companionship. I am dedicated to promoting...
Niema can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"Niema is authentic and very down to earth. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience. She has helped trained other caregivers for me to ensure they are properly providing care under New York and CT State guidelines. She is very personable and warm. She goes...

Jasmine C.

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Linda G.


Naugatuck, CT

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Linda's Blessed Hand's

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My experiences as a Caregiver has given me the opportunity to learn about the personal needs of others. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adapt to any situation. I have experience with Paraplegic, Mental Health Population, Cerebral Palsy, Children, Elderly, Physical Disabilities, Intellectual...
Linda can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Linda is a considerate, reliable and self-motivated caregiver. She is a wonderful loving, caring person. I highly recommend her. Anyone who is lucky to employ Linda will have a gem of an employee! "

Former Member A.

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Christopher G.


Woodbridge, CT

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My experience as a special needs caregiver has been enlightening. I have had the privilege as a C. N. A. taking care of many individuals with many disabilities and look forward to continuing my experience in doing so giving dignity and respect to those I help. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to contact me.
5.0
"Christopher is very kind and professional in handling everything he has helped my son with. He goes above and and beyond and we feel very comfortable with him in the home."

Carol A.

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Sara U.


New Haven, CT

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Job

Hi, I am a growing mother to my beautiful daughter one is four months and one 3-12. Before being a mother, I worked the Board of Education for several years as a behavior therapist. I am more than happy to provide references. I Always like to come to work with a smile on my face! No matter how bad my days might be I always put...
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Jennifer C.


North Haven, CT

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Education Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello- I am a certified Special Education teacher. I have been teaching at ACES in Hamden for 25 years. I am the Mom of a 17 and 16-year-old. I have over 25 years of experience doing respite care for families of people with a range of disabilities. I currently teach students 18-21 years of age. I love my job and look forward to...
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Diana M.


Orange, CT

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have had some experience working with students with special needs. My school year job is at Hamden Transitional Academy located on the campus of Southern Connecticut State University. I work with students ages 18-22 with a range of disabilities. My job as a peer mentor is to help the students become more independent and learn...
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Kimberly M.


New Haven, CT

$17-30/hr1 yrs exp

Always Respect Your Elders; They Have So Much Wisdom And Experience To Share!

I have spent about one year working in Home Care with senior citizens while I was enrolled in university. At that point, I had gotten into the school system and began working with special needs children. Working with home care was rewarding in so many different ways. Seniors generally feel down on themselves because they can't...
Kimberly can also help with: Respite care, home modification, personal care
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Rochelle R.


West Haven, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Aide

My name is Rochelle. I am a licensed non-smoking CNA that is seeking employment as a CNA or Case Manager in a home or facility setting. I have been in the Healthcare field for over 10 years, caring for people with different types of disabilities, most recently caring for the elderly (Alzheimer, dementia, wound and ostomy...
Skills:

Wound Care

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Rachel E.


New Haven, CT

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I grew up in a home with two siblings with special needs. From that perspective I know how hard it is to trust anyone to treat special needs children with love and care. I worked during the summers at a sleep away camp for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I learned many valuable care giving skills there....
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Niema S.


New Haven, CT

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate 10+ Years Experienced Caregiver

I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals with special needs, including those with developmental disabilities, mental health challenges, and traumatic brain injuries. Throughout my career, I've been a strong advocate for individuals, ensuring they receive the care, resources, and support they need to thrive....
Hi I have been a caregiver for seven years I am patient kind and always open to learn. If given the opportunity you will not be disappointed. I have worked with a paraplegic boy for a few months so I know the basics. You can contact me at
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Janice T.


New Haven, CT

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Over 30 Yrs Experiences In Residents Care

Hey, thank you for taking out of your time to consider to care for your loved one. I have over 30 years of experience caring for elderly and disabled individuals in various atmospheres. Through my years of experience I have grown a love for caring for those who are unable to care for themselves. Every case I take on is unique...
Janice can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Jennice D.


West Haven, CT

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time, Experienced Caregiver Available

I am a 54-year-old mother of 3 looking for a part-time babysitting opportunities.. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages and abilities. As a special education paraprofessional and as a therapy aid,. I also owned my own daycare for 2 years. I am a very caring and compassionate person who loves to go for...
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James K.


New Haven, CT

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Versatile Caregiver. Here To Help.

Hi, my name is Jim. I live in New Haven and I am grateful to be a Home Health Aide/ Personal Care Assistant/ Companion. I have experience with one-on-one care. I help with ADLs, medication reminders, companionship/social stimulation, light meal preparation and housekeeping, bathing, and whatever else needs doing. I am also...
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Nicole P.


Ansonia, CT

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun,loving And Looking To Extend A Helping Hand

I have worked in residential group homes, adult/ children day programs and private homes. I am CT DDS Med. Certified, CPR/AED certified, and PMT trained. I also have experience with g-tube feedings.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Hamden, CT

Cassidy C.

5.0

Cassidy is very caring, conscientious and professional. We enjoy her friendly personality! She has been wonderful helping us meet our disabled family member's weekly needs-- primarily helping her get to the doctor, shopping and appointments.

- Nancy P.

Sarah S.

5.0

We met Sarah while looking for someone to care for our dogs while my partner and I were away for a week. I found her attentive and thoughtful energy to be relieving as we haven't been away from our pups for this long! She managed wonderfully with our dog's daily medicines and brought in our...

- erin B.

Linda G.

5.0

Linda learns quickly. She is respectful, joyful and energetic. She engages my daughter and makes her smile and laugh. She is loving and attentive to needs as well as intuitively connecting with her by sharing news of her day, funny stories or whatever. She is punctual, reliable, does more than asked...

- Lili K.

Penny L.

5.0

Penny is very reliable, trustworthy, and responsible. She is very compassionate when it comes to caring for her clients. Thank you so much Penny for all your help!

- Allison M.

Christella J.

5.0

Christella was as wonderful as I had expected she'd be from our first call. I was looking for someone who was intelligent, strong, intuitive, hard working and kind and she was all of those things and more. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their loved one.

- Reginald R.

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