Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in Kensington, MD

I am an upbeat person and I am very compassionate, encouraging, and trustworthy. I am motivated by helping others. Hence, the majority of my professional, volunteer, and academic experiences have been dedicated to educating and taking care of people. I have background taking care of children, teens, and adults with special...

Danitza can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, visiting physician

5.0

"Danitza helped me greatly during and after a medical procedure I had done in August of 2018. Danitza visited me just after my surgery and even informed family members of the status of my condition after talking to nurses. Danitza provided excellent at home care...

Nick C.

Nadya A.

Olney, MD

$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving caring person. My clients are just like my grand parents or a family member to me. with my 12 years experience your beloved ones will be taking care of with compassion.

5.0

"Nadya is very professional, warm and engaging. Our daughter, who has special needs, really enjoys being with Nadya."

Cindy G.

Adriana E.

Arlington, VA

$100/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extensive Background In Healthcare And Education

5.0

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Academic background: 1) UCLA- Biochemistry, 2) George Mason University- Nursing. My hospital experience includes the ICU, surgery, interventional radiology, and dialysis, each of which afforded me invaluable firsthand knowledge of the many disparities in our healthcare system. My aim is to address those disparities through...

5.0

"Adriana is the most compassionate, endearing, ambitious individual and we are so fortunate to have worked with her. When my mom's degenerative neurological condition began to worsen, we quickly found ourselves overwhelmed with her care and day-to-day activities....

Helen H.

Vivica J.

Beltsville, MD

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Teacher And Special Ed Enthusiast

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate from Bowie State University where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Early childhood education and Special education. I am currently enrolled at the University of Maryland where I am studying severe disabilities and autism. Along with my education, I have been working with adults with disabilities for 3...

5.0

"Vivica has been my part time nanny for the last year to my 9yo autistic son and 8 month old daughter. She was a critical member of our team and to our family throughout COVID, She stayed with my son while I was in the hospital giving birth. She has been there with...

Heather K.

Cloe M.

Washington, DC

$17-22/hr

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a younger brother who has down syndrome. We are 2. 5 years apart, and growing up (4 out of 5 kids) him & I were the closest. I did any and everything for him! From walks, to feeding, playing, showering, taking care of everything you can think of. He has cancer for 4 years at 5 years old, and our entire lives changed. He...

Icilma J.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

5.0

(2)

I have been a child care provider for over 25 years and an elderly care provider for over 20 years. I am ambitious, punctual, honest, trustworthy, kind and very reliable. I am certified in CPR and first aid as well as hold certificates in medication technician field and experience with special needs children. I am...

Icilma can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care, home modification, hospice services

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"Icilma worked in my mother's home to help her for a period of 2 1/2 to 3 years.She was an angel! At the beginning my mother needed only some supportive care with meals and walks. She cooked meals just as my mother requested and was wonderful company taking her for...

Phyllis J.

Tiffany D.

$30-37/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature Dependable High Energy With A Passion For Child Development.

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Tiffany, Devoted to helping children think creatively, solve problems independently and respect themselves and others. Flexible and adaptable with extensive knowledge of child psychology and development. Offering solid child care techniques, problem solving and analytical skills along with Understanding development...

Caesha B.

Hyattsville, MD

$21-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Child Caregiver

5.0

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I'm a part time Rbt(registered behavior technician) . I've been in the childcare field for 8 years. My love for teaching and caring for children have formed me into the person I am today. I am CPR/ First aid certified , completed my 90hr childcare certificate , and I have my RBT certification. I truly enjoy the outdoors and...

Tykisha T.

Washington, DC

$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care/Assistant & Elderly Care Provider in Washington, DC

5.0

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Hello Parents. I am a CDA certified (child development associate) 8+years experience with children ages infant to 16 years of age, children with special needs and "at-risk" children. I reside in NE DC (Brookland). Currently I work pt as a co-teacher at a local private school. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I also have a food...

5.0

"She's punctual, reliable and my daughter adore her. Thank you Ms.TT"

Terry J.

Rachel T.

Rockville, MD

$19-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

4.0

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My name is Rachel and I am a child care/special needs professional. I have experience working with children of all ages from all different circumstances and abilities. I am also open to working with teens and adults. I am caring, creative, responsible, energetic, perceptive, and engaging with a great sense of humor and a focus...

Addis Alem W.

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Home Health Aide. Part Time

5.0

(3)

I became a Home Health Aide (HHA) in 2006 working first for an agency and then privately for families. I am responsible with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over nine years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in providing exceptional in-home support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses, or...

Addis Alem can also help with: Personal care, dementia

Skills:

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

5.0

"She is very caring and detailed oriented. She ensures that your loved ones needs are met in a loving manner."

Pamela A.

Susan A.

Potomac, MD

$35-42/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced.special Needs Mom. Looking To See What I Can Learn From Your Child, As Well As What I

4.8

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Work with various levels of autism, verbal & nonverbal, behavioral, children with feeding tubes, children with emotional, mental and or physical disorders to minimal LD. Each is a child and unique and first a individual, whom wants to learn, love play and be accepted like everyone else.

5.0

"Susan is very caring and helpful. She did great with my son."

Alin C.

Kristin B.

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care Provider

5.0

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Hello, my name is Kristin. I have been doing pick up drop offs for 15 years. I also have experience with children on the autism spectrum and emotionally disturbed children. I have studied early childhood development and nursing. I am honest, loving and responsible. I have 4 children of my own (3 teens, 1 baby). With all of their...

Widline S.

Hyattsville, MD

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full Time CNA Available For Companionship And Everything Else

5.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello for over 10 years, I have served the younger and the elderly, physically and mentally impaired with an immense passion and fulfillment. I seek to enrich the life of your loved one and ensure their well-being on a daily basis. I have experience caring for people with physical/mental disabilities, dementia, Alzheimer's,...

Widline can also help with: Hospice services, home modification, errands, dementia, light cleaning, companionship & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

Cheryl H.

Rockville, MD

< $10/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have been doing caregiving for 16 years , mainly live ins. I love helping people and I am very loving, trusting , patient and Dependable. I do light housekeeping , cook and do meds. Store runs and DAILY LIVING SKILLS I HAVE taken care of seniors with all sorts of different disabilities.

5.0

"Cheryl was a wonderful caregiver to my mom. We hired Cheryl for a live-in position when my mom was in hospice care at home during the end of her life. Cheryl learned the routine quickly and gave my mom all the loving attention she needed. She adapted easily to our...

Amy A.

Julie J.

$25-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

4.5

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a responsible Home Health Aide with excellent communication skills demonstrating by over 8 years of experience in health care. Using my qualifications in combination with my compassion for others to provide quality service to your loved one. Proficient in providing exceptional in-home support to patients with a wide range...

Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands, meal prep & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

4.0

"I recently hired Julie for a long weekend. Her references were outstanding and she was a pleasure to work with. She understood my instructions easily and did everything I asked her to. My only caution is that she seemed to lack experience in doing transfers....

Claude G.

Renee W.

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, My name is Renee. I am 23 years old. I am an EMT with Sandy Spring Vol Fire Department (since 2013), I was also active duty Navy, Corpsman/Medic (since 2015). I have experience with special needs, persons on the spectrum, kids and the elderly. I've grown up assisting my mother who has cerebral palsy. I am here to help...

Maka K.

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

5.0

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Hello everyone, My name is Maka and I'm originally from Georgia. I am a mother of 4 wonderful children. I live in Chevy Chase, MD with my children and my husband. I enjoy spending time with my family and love to cook a lot. In Georgia I used to be a full time Russian Language teacher and a part time massage therapist. I...

Maka can also help with: Personal care

5.0

"Maka is an absolutely professional person. she know her job very well. She took care of my mom for one year. She is very caring, sweet person. I highly recommend her!"

Leo V.

Jim P.

Rockville, MD

$10-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Goal Oriented And Patient

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My first career was IT but now I work primarily with families. I enjoy exercise, cooking, tutoring, coaching, writing, and helping others. I have an MS in Management of Technologies. Vaccinated w/ first aid certs. Available for morning and eve work. Openings 6/1/2023. Experienced with children and adults (incl. autism, SIB,...

5.0

"Jim is a dedicated and loyal person. He goes above and beyond to help those in need. He likes to lighten up the room with jokes and gets along with everyone. Definitely an asset."

Jennifer G.

Monique J.

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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