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Find special needs adult care in Kent, OH that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Kent, OH

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 7 years

Special needs adult care in Kent, OH

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Ronda J.


Kent, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available For Special Needs And Elderly

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hygiene care, transfers, catheter care, incontinent care, medication assistance, operate hoyer's and track lifts, feeding, cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, b/p, care notes, ROM exercises, etc
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Isabella E.


Kent, OH

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Bella and I have 5 years experience working with school-age kids, pets, and children with special needs. Teaching, engaging and playing are my passions, whether that be with your furry companion or your child. I'd describe my personality as bubbly, positive and funny. I'm an environmental science major at Kent...
5.0
"Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs. "

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Paula P.


Kent, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available To Help With Self Help Skills, Housekeeping, Meal Prep And Companionship.

I am a Home Health Aide with 24 years working in Healthcare. I started working in a Nursing Home when I was 16 years old as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have experience in helping individuals with: Bathing, Dressing, Ambulation, Range of Motion and other various self help skills. I also have experience in using lift machines...
I love helping people. I have been working with the special needs students at my school for the past two years.
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Krista R.


Kent, OH

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with a wide range of ages from children to geriatric. I worked in a psychologists office for three years helping the clients with Alzheimer's and dementia. I'm majoring in psychology at Kent state and I have a focus in special needs and research psychology.
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Abby M.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$12-29/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working as a behavior therapist/tutor for children with autism since February 2021. My job focuses on many different skills such as educational or life skills. I assist my clients with a variety of everyday tasks in order to increase their independence. I see myself as a positive support system; to cheer clients on...
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Allison M.


Hudson, OH

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work at center with children and adults with intellectual disabilities, I absolutely love what I do there but I am looking for more one on one time with the person. All of our people have very busy schedules as do I and I don't really have much time to actually get to know them, which is not what I had expected. I...
5.0
"We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing....

Deborah B.

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Kathleen J.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Was A Nurse At Children's Hospital For 29 Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was a nurse at a children's hospital in Akron for 29 years. I worked in every unit of the hospital and also worked in the recovery room and outpatient surgery unit. I have taken care of many children with disabilities of all kinds.
5.0
"Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too."

Traci M.

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Kara K.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am a Registered Nurse with a previous BA degree in English literature from IU. I've been working in senior and palliative care for 15 years primarily doing private care for individual patients and families. I have managed home care for special needs and senior clients coordinating 24 hr care, payroll, scheduling and meal...
Kara can also help with: Personal care, home modification, respite care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
5.0
"I would recommend Kara for any care giving position. I had her care for my father in his last six months and she did a wonderful job. "

Brooke H.

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Vanessa D.


Streetsboro, OH

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I live in Solon Oh I have my own vehicle, I'm Brazilian, I'm a nurse in Brazil specializing in special needs. 4 years of volunteer work in nursing homes, support home for children with cancer, down syndrome support home. I love to dedicate my attention to people with special needs, I was also an Au pair of a baby with special...
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Nicole S.


Akron, OH

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Aide Available Full Time-NOT A L.P.N OR R.N.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've spent 8 yrs in a Nursing home, 2 years working with the developmentally disabled individuals and 12 years in-home health care aide. I am experienced with Dementia and alzheimers patients. I am CPR certified and have completed a medication delegation course. I enjoy working with dd individuals, as well as the elderly.. I...
Nicole can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"My family became acquainted with Nikki through Care.com, so she was a stranger to us prior, but jumped right in on the very first day and became like a member of the family within no time. She has everything going for her that is important in a care giver for a...

Fred S.

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Sandra K.


Akron, OH

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

Retiree With Lots Of Compassion To Give

I recently retired from public school system after 28 yrs. Throughout the 28 yrs I also did different part time jobs. I worked for the ymca and did after school care. As a child care provider I would also watch children with special care needs. I love and nurture all kids.
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Tierra S.


Stow, OH

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

***Currently a full time medical student, thus prioritizing weekend/evening care and one-time or very occasional jobs*** Hello! I'm Tierra, a fun and positive caregiver and dog mom from Cleveland, Ohio. I love caring for, teaching, and providing emotional support to children and adolescents. My previous childcare and related...
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Melissa P.


Akron, OH

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care CNA

I just relocated to the area and I have 18 years of experience working with clients one on one assisting with there daily living. I have references and I'd love to chat more about my skills.
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Marie H.


Akron, OH

$21-25/hr

Care Giver

Hello, My name is Marie. I'm a person who is very compassionate, nurturing, respectful, patient, confident, and modest. I encourage and uplift everyone around me and treat others the way that you would want to be treated. I carry myself in a very respectable manner and believe that your character & appearance can significantly...
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Jennifer Y.


Akron, OH

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I am a wife and mother of 3 older children. I would love to come and be of assistance for you! I'd describe my personality as happy, positive, helpful I like caring for seniors because it allows their daily needs to be met, which ensures them to be happy as possible I'm looking for a job that allows me assist seniors with...
Jennifer can also help with: Home modification, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Shawna H.


Stow, OH

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Trustworthy And Compassionate

I've been a medical assistant for about 10 years now I'm CPR and First aid certified I'm very compassionate I've worked with autistic adults and children before I also have a lot of experience in the medical field from home health care to retirement facilities to MRDD families. I've decided to work for myself so my compassionate...
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Annette S.


Cuyahoga Falls, OH

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caretaker/Certified Lisc. Occupational Therapy Assistant

Hi. I have 20+ years of caregiving experience. I am transitioning from working in private practice as a COTA/L to a more home based career. I work part time supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Additionally, I am a part time caregiver to a family in Kent, OH. I do have CPR, BLS and Certified First...
Annette can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Breeona B.


Tallmadge, OH

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Lead Teacher

I have worked with kids with a variety of disabilities. I have experience working with children with intensive behavioral issues, helping kids to deal with the big emotions and learning different coping skills to help them deescalate.
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Cristi H.


Akron, OH

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

for 25+ years while raising my children, as well as many others. After returning to the work force, I was employed with Summit County . They are all current at this time and I am able to show proof of that. . Upon realizing that Summit County would be slowly closing their doors to services of our individuals, I made the...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Kent, OH

Isabella E.

5.0

Prompt and knowledgeable on how to care for children with special needs.

- Care member

Allison M.

5.0

We hired Allison 2 months ago for hands on senior care. She has exceeded our expectations. She has easily handled all transfers with ease. She has handled all personal needs including showers and shaving. Allison is gentle with my husband and keeps him laughing. She is reliable and eager to work. I...

- Deborah B.

Kathleen J.

5.0

Hired several times and continue to do so. My kids love her. Great with my daughter who has DS too.

- Traci M.

Kara K.

5.0

I hired Kara to assist with a senior day program I run and she was the best employee I had. She never missed a day, thoroughly enjoyed each senior she assisted and has a great energy full of joy and compassion. When she left to do nursing and private care I was sad to lose her but realize this is...

- Lisa B.

Nicole S.

5.0

My family became acquainted with Nikki through Care.com, so she was a stranger to us prior, but jumped right in on the very first day and became like a member of the family within no time. She has everything going for her that is important in a care giver for a loved one: experience, knowledge,...

- Fred S.

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