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Wendy W.
Kansas City, MO
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with children and adults with special needs. I have worked with them in schools, residential facilities, group homes, and private homes.
Lauren H.
Kansas City, MO
$20-30/hr
I'm 22 years old pursuing a degree to become a psychologist. As far as my experience with working with those with special needs, I don't have a ton of paid experience but I have an 8yr old brother who is autistic and both of my parents worked in group homes for those with special needs so I'm very familiar helping. Just looking...
Belinda C.
Blue Springs, MO
$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked for persons with special needs for 15 years. I have a passion for helping people in need.
Alexis S.
Kansas City, MO
$8-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have experience working with kids that have ADD or ADHD because people in my family have it. I also know American Sign Language (I am pursuing a degree in that field). I also have some people in my family with special needs and/or autism so I have some experience! I also just love kids in general. (:
Brianna M.
Kansas City, MO
$15-20/hr
As I start to obtain my Bachelor's in Sociology, and as a Behavioral Therapist at Trumpet Behavioral Health, human services is a main priority. As I work with kids with autism on a daily basis, I am fit to teach and bond with your loved ones.
Lauren D.
Kansas City, MO
$20-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have worked as a Para in a Special Education classroom for three years as well as participating in a developmental class in high school where I got to participate in activities with my peers who had special needs.
Lauren H.
Kansas City, MO
$20-30/hr
I'm 22 years old on my 3rd year of school to become a psychologist. A few years ago my grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer and I have been her primary caregiver since which is how I discovered how passionate I am when it comes to caring for the elderly, those with disabilities, and children. While taking care of my...
Lauren can also help with: Home modification, mobility assistance, personal care, live-in home care, dementia, companionship & more
4.6
(5)
Hello!
My name is Gail and I have been taking care of the elderly and disabled for over 17 years. I took care of my step mom and dad for the last 5 years of their life. Both with a dementia diagnoses. Mom had alzheimers and Dad had vascular dementia. I know a lot of people do not know how to communicate well with their clients...
Gail can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, errands, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Gail is a caring and kind professional caregiver anyone would appreciate the support Gail provided to my mother in her waning months. She is kind yet professional and always going the extra mile in caring for my mother’s needs.
I would recommend Gail without...
Care member
Im a fun loving passionate person that love working with seniors and disabled individuals. I have 40 yrs experience being a CNA/caregiver. Will assist with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, personal hygienes, monitor vital signs, sugar levels for diabetic patients, transfers, fall risks, home tasks,...
Charla can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
I really enjoy working with those who need a little extra assistance with their daily activities. Whether it's personal care needs, housekeeping, running errands or just a friend to spend time with, I have the skills, experience, and compassion that would hopefully make life just a bit easier and more meaningful for those who...
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, transportation, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Sydney N.
Kansas City, MO
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have work at On With Life back home as a respite care worker for the weekend stay overnights while kids ranging in ages and different needs. I have also been apart of best buddies, and PAL pe I also have my CNA in IA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am patient and kind and love kids. Cared for adult quadriplegic and head injury patients before entering nursing school.
5.0
"Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would easily place Brenda in my top 3 hires! In working with...
Patrick P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am willing to go the extra mile to provide compassionate, honest care. I love helping seniors, disabled, mentally challenged, whoever needs my help
Skills: Have worked with clients with severe brain damage, mentally challenged, multiple sclerosis, paraplegics , stroke victim, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, diabetic, tracheotomy,...
Roxana can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"We hired Roxana to watch my mother who has dementia. Roxana was terrific with my mom making her comfortable and relaxed. My mom can be moody and is prone to hallucinations but Roxana kept her calm. She was flexible and incredibly easy to work with. My mom was well...
Ali H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have experience as a nursing assistant at The Groves, a well respected nursing home located in independence Missouri. I also have experience as a nanny and can provide references. I am very willing to do anything that will help you. I have tended to completely disabled residents from the moment they get up to the moment they...
Jersey can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Jersey is the best! She is reliable and eager to learn new things. We hope to have her helping our family for a long time!"
Leslie S.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 12 years of hands-on training and I experienced working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care, makes me...
Melissa can also help with: Home modification, live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be very picky about personal care. that is why we decided to bring our wonderful mother home for her final...
Sallie B.
Araceli G.
Kansas City, MO
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience taking care of clients that have dementia, Alzheimer's and Schizophrenia. I have CNA license and experience. I also took care of visually impaired clients as well as clients who are quadriplegic.
5.0
"Araceli is a model caretaker! I have worked in the Healthcare industry. I know what professionalism looks like, and Araceli has it. She confirmed the morning of...then arrived on time. Araceli has a positive attitude when asked to do a task. Worked while we...
Karyn M.
Paula P.
Kansas City, KS
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.4
(5)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have 25yrs of experience as a CNA/Home Health. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance, companion care. I like caring for...
Paula can also help with: Visiting physician, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
CNA
5.0
"I can't say enough good about Paula. She was always on time and covered additional shifts when needed. She showed true care and concern for the well being of my mother by attending to her needs and interacting with her on whatever level my mother was up for on...
Hill M.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I grew up with my autistic brother. He never had a drivers license and walked everywhere or rode a bike. One particular snowy night he was walking home from Walmart on a street that had no sidewalks. A pickup with a snow plow on the front hit my brother a knocked him into a deep ditch. He was life-flighted to Kansas City where...
5.0
"I can't praise Larry enough. He is a Gem!!! He helped us with our adult son with autism, transport to and from work and to activities and helped us when I went out of town. Even let our little old dog out when needed. Larry is a gentleman and extremely friendly and...
Regina Y.
5.0
(2)
I have been a nanny for a family with four children. During this time, I cared for a 6-year-old with Down Syndrome and an 8-year-old with ADHD as well as their 4-year-old brother and 2-year-old sister. I am studying nursing and feel comfortable working with children with special needs and providing personalized care to them. I...
Lisa P.
Overland Park, KS
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Attendant. Available For Companionship, Housekeeping Etc
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am certified as a nurse's aide and home health aide and recently became a Reiki practitioner.
I have worked with people with disabilities for over 10 years. I also worked in hospice care for 1 1/2 years. I enjoy working in this field and have a big heart for those in need. I treat others the way I'd want my family or someone...
Lisa can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Lisa is a wonderful woman who's heart is in caring for others. She is very dependable and a joy to be with. She will take her job seriously and do all she can to care for the person she has been in trusted with. She is understanding in all aspects of nursing and...
Mary M.
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Independence, MO
Gail A.
5.0
Gail is a caring and kind professional caregiver anyone would appreciate the support Gail provided to my mother in her waning months. She is kind yet professional and always going the extra mile in caring for my mother’s needs.
I would recommend Gail without hesitation to anyone.
- Care member
Brenda W.
5.0
Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would easily place Brenda in my top 3 hires! In working with both my morning (dressing,...
- Patrick P.
Roxana M.
5.0
We hired Roxana to watch my mother who has dementia. Roxana was terrific with my mom making her comfortable and relaxed. My mom can be moody and is prone to hallucinations but Roxana kept her calm. She was flexible and incredibly easy to work with. My mom was well taken care of!
- Ali H.
Jersey C.
5.0
Jersey is the best! She is reliable and eager to learn new things. We hope to have her helping our family for a long time!
- Leslie S.
Melissa J.
5.0
I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be very picky about personal care. that is why we decided to bring our wonderful mother home for her final chapter. I chose Melissa because of her...
- Sallie B.