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Find special needs adult care in La Mesa, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in La Mesa, CA

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

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 4 years

Special needs adult care in La Mesa, CA

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Nancy S.


La Mesa, CA

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider for Special Needs

5.0

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I have two grown sons with autism. Besides raising special needs children, I have cared for other children and adults with various special needs. I also work with elderly people with visual impairments, stroke, diabetes and other challenges.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience 19 years with development delays, kabuki syndrome. I myself have a daughter with special needs that is development delays.
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Heather O.


La Mesa, CA

$18-23/hr8 yrs exp

I have worked in the disability field since 2016 and would love to assist your family. Prior to my family's military leave I was assisting a senior who was fighting cancer with his errands and being his companion. If this sounds like what you need feel free to contact me.
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Mary Anita G.


La Mesa, CA

$22-33/hr

ABA Therapist/ Direct Support

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Mother of a child who is on the spectrum of Autism. And also she is deaf as well. Now she is grown up and on her own. I have worked in the field for a total of 9 years. I am also a CNA so I work in Elderly People homes doing private care.
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Jan P.


La Mesa, CA

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

I grew up with 2 disabled parents in wheelchairs since birth. I have worked with the disabled for many years. I am energetic, patient and accountable. I am willing to take a CPR class. I am drug and alcohol free.
I currently work at a non - profit organization that helps adults with special needs gain independence in their daily life. I take them out into the community and teach them the basic necessities to survive like how to get from place to place using public transportation, help them develop and utilize a daily hygiene routines as...
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Melissa G.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

I have experience caring for those with special needs. I love helping others and watching them achieve their goals. In addition to this in have also had multiple family members who have these needs as well.
5.0
"Melissa is a sweet, dependable young woman who helps me with personal care (lifting, transferring, hygiene care, dressing, medicine administration, household care, etc.), because I have a physical disability. She handles each task with care, professionalism, and...

Angie L.

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Kelly W.


El Cajon, CA

$27-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a passionate person who enjoys taking care of Seniors. I have lived in San Diego all my life. I have done care-giving all my career. I have excellent references, transportation, auto insurance. I am available for errands, in home care, medication pick up or to fill pill containers. I can do light housekeeping and meal...
Kelly can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Really appreciated Kelly's promptness, caring & encouraging attitude during a very trying dental experience. I highly recommend her & would reach out to her again in a heartbeat."

Chuck H.

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Stephen L.


El Cajon, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I am glad to meet you. I am currently employed with the San Diego Unified School District in the physical handicapped department, and have been for the past 20 years. I also have over 20 years experience in working with senior citizens. In my years of experience, I have been trained on numerous disabilities ranging from...
5.0
"We’ve been so lucky to have Tony caring for our son. He is kind, cheerful, and caring and we always know that our son is in good hands . "

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Ariel R.


San Diego, CA

$25-40/hr3 yrs exp

Patient, Tender Female Great With People Of Special Needs Of All Ages!

I've worked with Special Needs children through my church who has a group for Special Needs children; and I've also worked with them as a best friend of mine is a caretaker of a fellow with down syndrome and some mental retardation. Through the plethora of memories built with children in these two settings I have come to love as...
5.0
"Ariel is a brilliant young lady whose words line up with her actions. I have seen her grow so much over the last eight years that I'm am blown away. I am proud to know this young lady and can't wait to see her next accomplishments that await her."

Eric B.

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Stephen L.


El Cajon, CA

$22/hr20 yrs exp

It's A Pleasure To Meet You

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I am glad to meet you. I am currently employed with the San Diego Unified School District in the physical handicapped department, and have been for the past 20 years. I also have over 20 years experience in working with senior citizens. In my years of experience, I have been trained on numerous disabilities ranging from...
Stephen can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship, meal prep, errands, dementia & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Stephen (Tony) was a very helpful and capable caregiver. his easy-going friendly demeanor was helpful, especially given my parents changing needs. He was good at encouraging my father to keep active, and also at suggesting different things we could do to improve...

Terry H.

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Teresa V.


Santee, CA

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Quality Care For Seniors And Persons With Disabilities

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My charge is a range of 28. 00 - 38. 00 minimum of two hours. I do not use my personal vehicle to transport clients but will use it to run necessary errands i. e shopping, prescriptions etc. CNA, RNA, and LVN - psych care. Experience in dementia end of life care, companion care. Culturally competent, respectful and believe...
Teresa can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Teresa is a self-starter, energetic and reliable. She is upbeat and cares about her client. I highly recommend her."

Jim S.

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Sherri R.


San Diego, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Trained Nurse No License Available For Home Care. Great Housekeeper And Listener.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sherri. I currently reside in San Diego and Los Angeles. I'm a registered home health aide/IHHS. Graduated from Vocational Nursing School. I get along with people from all backgrounds and have nursing experience in hospice with cancer, Alzheimer's, physical and mental disabilities. I love working with adults and...
Sherri can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Sherri, is very caring and takes her time attending to my mother's needs. She is soft spoken and has a beautiful smile. My mom looks forward to her visits."

Pamela S.

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Sarah K.


El Cajon, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Nanny!

Hello my name is Sarah. I have experience working with special needs about 5 years. Anything to ADHD, autism, nanny for a little girl with dwarfism. I do really love taking care of children/child and making memories with.
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Lois S.


San Diego, CA

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For approximately I worked within the school district for elementary, middle, and high school district. Over 70% of my duties entailed working with special ed children.
5.0
"I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from my home but also waited patiently for me during the...

Mohammed J.

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Melanie H.


San Diego, CA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Gerontology Aging Specialist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have always held older adults in very high esteem and am passionate about caring for them so they can live their best life possible. As a Gerontology specialist in the field of aging, my degree as well as experience has equipped me to enable older adults to maintain the healthful lifestyles which mitigate cognitive decline,...
Melanie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Our family has been grateful to have Melanie. She is consistent, always on time, pleasant to be with, caring and supportive. Melanie is active, happily going on companion walks. She is very helpful, a self-starter. She is willing to do what is asked of her and also...

Darlene H.

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Catherine C.


National City, CA

$17-22/hr

Certified Nurse Assistant/ Caregiver/ Childcare/ Housekeeping

I do have experience in taking care of a client with developmental delay, adhd, autism, down syndrome, sun downing, paraplegic, quadroplegic, spinal injury. I can give reference if needed.
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Araceli G.


Spring Valley, CA

$35-40/hr7 yrs exp

Super Fun And Energetic

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Araceli , I am currently working for Kaiser as a Behavior Interventionist working with children with autism, I have been in the field for 8 . I have lots of experience with children of all ages. I also help my family on my free time to take care of my brothers new born and 2-year-old, which I love both to bits. I...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Friendly and conpassionate nursing student with clinical experience in acute and mental health care.
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Amanda D.


Spring Valley, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love kids and have 5 of my own, from 14-year-old twins to 26-year-olds. I have volunteered as a sitter with Radys ER psych unit, and also volunteered and worked part time at Bancroft Elementary in Spring Valley. I have been in Healthcare for 20 years. I have worked Companion Care to Hospice, and have 16 years of quad...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in La Mesa, CA

Melissa G.

5.0

Melissa is a sweet, dependable young woman who helps me with personal care (lifting, transferring, hygiene care, dressing, medicine administration, household care, etc.), because I have a physical disability. She handles each task with care, professionalism, and compassion. I also admire her...

- Angie L.

Kelly W.

5.0

Really appreciated Kelly's promptness, caring & encouraging attitude during a very trying dental experience. I highly recommend her & would reach out to her again in a heartbeat.

- Chuck H.

Stephen L.

5.0

Fantastic care of my 15y/o son with CP daily at school for almost 4 years. Doesn't just help, but proactively brings forward ideas/solutions for issues that arise. My son responds well to him and clearly enjoys working with him. I recommend him without reservation.

- William B.

Ariel R.

5.0

My son had a sudden stroke that left him with many difficulties. We hired Ariel as a live-in caregiver and acted as his voice in the world. She helped him set up appointments, went with him to all doctor's appointments, relaying pertinent info to the family, advocated for him to get the maximum...

- Anthony R.

Stephen L.

5.0

Stephen (Tony) was a very helpful and capable caregiver. his easy-going friendly demeanor was helpful, especially given my parents changing needs. He was good at encouraging my father to keep active, and also at suggesting different things we could do to improve their life. Tony was an asset and...

- Terry H.

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Ratings for La Mesa, CA special needs adult care listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in La Mesa, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care.