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Find special needs adult care in Harrisburg, PA that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Harrisburg, PA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 6 years

What others are saying about special needs adult care in Harrisburg, PA

Holly goes above and beyond. She will care for your child as her own. She is attentive to their needs and that is her focus the entire time

Review for Ann W. by Becki S.

Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable!

Review for Michaela P. by Samantha N.

I would highly recommend Nate! The care and companionship he provided to my grandfather was great! Nate was dependable, friendly, and would

Review for Nathaniel S. by Nate M.

Special needs adult care in Harrisburg, PA

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Ann W.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over 30 years, I have worked with individuals from infancy through adulthood. Each person's needs are unique as is each individual and each family. Currently, I would prefer weekends, but may be available Mondays and Thursdays. 8/10/23 B. S. SPECIAL EDUCATION, MULTIPLY IMPAIRED AND IDD; M. A. SPE IAL EDUCATION, MULTIPLY IMPAIRED...
5.0
"Holly goes above and beyond. She will care for your child as her own. She is attentive to their needs and that is her focus the entire time she is there. We cannot say enough kind words about her. We will be forever grateful for the service she has given to us."

Becki S.

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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Children And Senior Care Provider

Experienced caregiver looking for part time evening and weekend work. I have been in the home nursing industry for 5 years but have moved into the management side, but would still love to work one-on-one with patients part time outside of my full time job. Reliable transportation. Experience with special needs (pediatric and...
Michaela can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Michaela really brought out a side of my grandmother that I hadn't seen in a long time! She is awesome and very personable! "

Samantha N.

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Michaela P.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Certified Home Health Aide With CPR Certification

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Michaela. I am 24 years old and have 6 years of home care experience. Most of my Home Care experience is in Special Needs/Pediatrics, but also have 1 years of hands on Senior Care experience. Working with Pediatrics has been a true labor of love for me over the past 6 years, and while I primarily work in senior...
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Nathaniel S.


Harrisburg, PA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Available For Companionship/care Worker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Nathaniel. I have worked with the geriatrics population and people with mental disabilities for over 12 years now and love it. I provide personal care like showers, grooming and do laundry, house keeping, medication reminder, doctor appointments, protect patient in and out of the home, feeding/assist if...
Nathaniel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I would highly recommend Nate! The care and companionship he provided to my grandfather was great! Nate was dependable, friendly, and would be an asset to any team of caregivers, like he was for my family. I would, without a doubt, hire Nate again if the need...

Nate M.

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Michelle H.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

One of my favorite jobs ever was taking care of a young lady who had autism. I prepared her meals, helped her with crafts, puzzles and books. We would dance, go for walks, picnics, paint her nails and assist her with household chores like laundry and dishes. I loved her and she loved me. I would have stayed at that job forever...
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Theresa S.


Harrisburg, PA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Pediatric Nurse For Your Special Needs Child

I have over 20 years pediatric nursing experience in general health, specialized medicine, home care, school and daycare settings. I am a volunteer member of the Special Olympics Medical Team.
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Slindokuhle S.


Harrisburg, PA

$20-29/hr4 yrs exp

Unicorn Nanny

Nanny/Caregiver Private employed - New Jersey September 2022 to September 2023 Worked as a nanny from September 2022-September 2023. Looking after 2 kids (4 and 6 years at that time ) . My other host kid had autism and non-verbal. To highlight my qualities I had no prior experience dealing with special needs but I learned and...
Slindokuhle can also help with: Meal prep, specialized care, errands, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Nakeya F.


Harrisburg, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Private PCA

I have a background in home health care, I am a House Manager/ Coach- working with adults with disabilities for many years. From 2003 -presently I am currently CPR, PCA and RBT trained. I also have over 5 years in food service as a food prep and waitress. I have a Food handler license. And also was a program supervisor for 5...
Nakeya can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

Hello, my name is Nathaniel. I have worked with the geriatrics population and people with mental disabilities for over 12 years now and love it. I provide personal care like showers, grooming and do laundry, house keeping, medication reminder, doctor appointments, protect patient in and out of the home, feeding/assist if...
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Ann Marie R.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Devoted Caregiver Providing Excellent Service To Elderly And Disabled Individuals.

My name is Ann Marie. I am an experienced senior caregiver with over 30 years in elderly care. I started caring for my elderly grandmother when I was 15 years old. I am a very hardworking, compassionate and reliable individual. My skills include assistance with personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication...
Ann Marie can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands
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Herodia V.


Harrisburg, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Am Looking For Weekdays Morning Or Night Shift A Friendly Environment

"Hello, my name is Herodia, and I'm here as your Home Health Aide. I'm dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to help you maintain your independence and comfort in your own home.". Specialists With special needs/elderly secure blindness take them a bath, play with them, love helping other in need, and bring...
I have recently worked with individuals that have disabilities both in residential and center based care. I was employed for almost 3 years but due to personal reasons I had to leave my job that I loved. I have experienced doing community outings, personal care, giving medications and assisting with daily life.
As stated before I have had professional as well as personal experience with people with disabilities. I have an undergraduate degree in special education and worked one on one with students who had intellectual disabilities, autism, behavioral needs, as well as physical disabilities. I have been a natural caretaker with my...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Margarita , and I am an experienced and dependable Caregiver with over 20 years of experience taking care of disabled children and elderly of all ages. With my experienced background in caregiving I am confident I can provide your love one with a safe, healthy and stimulating experience. I'm a patient and...
Margarita can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Erin M.


Harrisburg, PA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education

I have nine years of babysitting experience, in that time one of my families I grew close to had a child with Epilepsy and Seizures. I began working with the child regularly, with letters, numbers, potty training, and more. I soon learned I absolutely loved working with children with mental disabilities. This knowledge helped me...
I have previous experience working with seniors as well as individuals with disabilities. I am able to safely administer medications as well as do errands and various outing in the community.
Nefertiti can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Karen B.


Harrisburg, PA

$17-21/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Mature, Professional

I have worked with children who have special needs mentally and physically. I was a driver over 5 years taking the children back and forth to school.
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Nikki R.


Harrisburg, PA

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years of experience in the healthcare field. The majority of my experience involves working with individuals on the autism spectrum (ages 1-60). I have worked as a behavior therapist for children with autism, in school settings as a 1:1 paraeducator, and in residential/day program settings as a direct support...
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Amanda F.


Harrisburg, PA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as kind, loving and compassionate. I'm looking for a job that utilizes and builds upon my nursing and caregiving skills. In my spare time, I like to travel and spend time with my husband, children and 4 dogs. One thing you should know about me is I'll care for you and treat you the same way I'd...
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Amara N.


Harrisburg, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Working with children and adults who have intellectual disabilities is extremely rewarding. I've been in the human services field for 6 years and wouldn't change it for the world! My range of experiences includes but is not limited to working with individuals who have autism, down syndrome, and cerebral palsy. I am willing to...

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