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

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

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

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

Special needs adult care in La Palma, CA

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Jennifer R.


Lakewood, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as an IHSS care provider since I was 16. My father is blind, and I have also worked with many children with special care situations. I love working and learning through music and art, crafts, and reading. I have a calming personality that helps when tasks become frustrating, and assess the problem with love and...
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Lacey C.


Lakewood, CA

$23-41/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For All Ages And Circumstance

Throughout high school I worked with 5 to 7 children some with special needs and in 2007 I moved in with my grandmother and took care of her, meals, transportation, medical, and bathing. As a massage therapist I am also trained to treat pain associated with both physical and emotional needs. I am 35 now and have also gained...
Lacey can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services & more
5.0
"Lacey is very reliable. She is also patient, talented, and professional. I would recommend her in a heartbeat. "

Chris F.

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Kenyetta T.


Bellflower, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Is My Specialty

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for all special needs: Down syndrome, children with seizures, G tube, catheters, ADHD, mental illness, Autism. I have 10 years of experience.
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Kendra D.


Long Beach, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Are Kids - They Just Learn Differently.

Hiiii! I have over 10 years experience working with kids and adults (2-30) with special needs - primarily autism and Down syndrome and ADHD. I have worked in private therapy centers using ABA as well as in schools and privately in clients homes. I have nannied toddlers with Autism and been a "coach" teaching my older clients how...
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Elizavette C.


Downey, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Behavior Interventionist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

10 years as an Early Childhood Teacher. 6 years as Behavioral Interventionist. AA. Degree In Speech Pathology. BA. Degree:Child Development and Family Studies. 2 years experience working in a moderate/servere school location with LAUSD. Experience working with children with Autism, CP, learning disabilities, and Other. English,...
5.0
"Highly qualified, punctual and professional! I'm very pleased with the way my daughter is responding to her reading."

Breana T.

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Serafina M.


Anaheim, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Reliable, Trustworthy Caregiver

4.0

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My name is Serafina, I am a Highly-dependable professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 10 years extensive for both adults and children with special needs. I have had experience with ages from 3 months to elderly with Down syndrome, Autism, Adhd, cancer, Alzheimer and more. I am well knowledgeable...
Serafina can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care, respite care
5.0
"Serafina has been our occasional caregiver for our mother for sometime now. She is very caring, patient and loves to help around the house. We have been very fortunate to have found her and highly recommended her to anyone. "

Lisa R.

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Yvonne M.


Fullerton, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

For over 11 years, I've taken care of some very lovely people with Alzheimer's, diabetes, congestive heart failure, blood pressure, rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, partial blindness and pulmonary thrombosis and stage 4 cancers. I have assisted clients who were on hospice care, with rehabilitation, administering medications,...
Yvonne can also help with: Respite care, dementia, home modification, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care & more
5.0
"I am very happy with Yvonne. She was hired to help me become confident with using my rollator. Hopefully I can eventually walk without the rollator. She has driven me to two doctor appointments and has done some washing for me. She is eager to help anywhere she...

Sandy H.

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Christian P.


Los Alamitos, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Carecheck and motor vehicles records verified. I'm Christian and I'm 25 years old. I have almost 2 years experience with children ages 3-17. I have vast experience watching multiple children at a time thanks to my time with BSA. The following list below is where I acquired all my experience. -BSA at IROEC camp(approx 1...
5.0
"Christian was the first caregiver we hired for our special needs son when we moved to the US six months back. He has proved to be patient, resourceful and a good companion. He is open to listening to new ideas and coming up with his own useful suggestions if asked....

Punit K.

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Julia F.


Bellflower, CA

$18-21/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Julia I'm 26. My previous occupation was working with kids who have autism and I would love to help. My older whom is on the spectrum lead me to working with others. I have personal experience and I can relate to some of your challenges. Helping kids and people in general brings me joy. I can offer company for...
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Michelle C.


Long Beach, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm a caregiver with 15+yrs of experience working assistance the Elderly and Disable with personal care services. I have over 10 yrs of experience working as a CNA at a long-term assisted facility. I'm compassionate, reliable, efficient, and caring. I can provide assistance with activities of daily living such as personal care,...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Michelle was very careful and considerate with my 98 year old mother. Would recommend her to anyone who needs help with an aging parent…. "

Care member

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Marie V.


Anaheim, CA

$23-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 26 years old I have over 7 years experience working with kids, and adults with disabilities. I'm currently an aide for a gentleman with schizophrenia. Have been with him since 2015. He has become family. I provide light house keeping, meal prep, grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, administrate medications, and...
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Yvette K.


Huntington Beach, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

My name is Yvette. I am a patient, compassionate and reliable individual. I find caring for others to be very rewarding by offering my experienced care, comfort & companionship. I worked at Hoag Hospital 10+ years in patient care. I have 10 years private home care experience as well in...
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Nicholas B.


Fullerton, CA

$28/hr6 yrs exp

Hello my name is Nicholas here are my skills as a caregiver Maintaining a medication schedule and ensuring clients take medicines on time Helping clients with shopping Preparing meals according to dietary restrictions Performing necessary housekeeping to maintain a clean living space Informing family and Physicians about changes...
Nicholas can also help with: Live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Nicholas B has worked with my family for one year. He is very reliable and dependable and trustworthy. My dad loved him so much If you’re looking for one of the best, Caregivers, I recommend you hire Nicholas b you want regret it. "

Deborah B.

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Waltshanda C.


Long Beach, CA

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Take Care Of Paraplegic Elderly Disable

I really love what I do and making other around me happy to it makes me happy to be a loving and loyal person and ever patient my sister is special needs and I love helping her out
Waltshanda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Suzanne P.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Warm & Caring, With Extensive Memory & Mobility Challenge Experience

Dedicated and energetic elder care provider with 20+ years of experience delivering compassionate support to seniors and individuals with special needs in assisted living, memory care communities, and private homes. Known for providing both emotional and physical care with warmth and attentiveness, fostering a positive and...
Suzanne can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

I'm a caring and experienced caregiver. I have 10 years of experience caring for people with all different types of needs. I previously worked with special needs children, and also at risk youth. Im friendly, easygoing and I'm a great listener. I am happy to help with cooking, meal preparation, carpooling, walks, outdoor and...
Judith can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Alisha S.


Bellflower, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable And Trustworthy

I have 10 years experience working in the care industry and have developed a compassionate approach. I work hard to get to know my clients, so I can help them enjoy their interests and hobbies as well get to know them on a personal level. I have work with several families from the care site from working with special needs...
Alisha can also help with: Transportation, dementia, errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

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Shanda E.


Anaheim, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Special Needs Provider

Over 25 years of experience with children diagnosed with autism and other related disorders. Highly patient, well organized to promote positive engagement while in provider care.
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Ashley J.


Norwalk, CA

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in the elementary school classroom for over 10 years. In addition, I have worked with children providing behavioral therapy for in home services.
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Mercy D.


Long Beach, CA

$16-20/hr1 yrs exp

Loving, Honest, Helpful Companion

Hello there! My name is Mercy and I am 28 years old. I've been a children's caregiver for a little over six years. I have taken care of children with autism, and have found it a joy to be of company to children that need some one on one attention. I am very patient, reliable, trustworthy, and loving. My goal is to provide a safe...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in La Palma, CA

Lacey C.

5.0

Lacey is very reliable. She is also patient, talented, and professional. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.

- Chris F.

Elizavette C.

5.0

Highly qualified, punctual and professional! I'm very pleased with the way my daughter is responding to her reading.

- Breana T.

Serafina M.

5.0

Serafina has been our occasional caregiver for our mother for sometime now. She is very caring, patient and loves to help around the house. We have been very fortunate to have found her and highly recommended her to anyone.

- Lisa R.

Yvonne M.

5.0

I am very happy with Yvonne. She was hired to help me become confident with using my rollator. Hopefully I can eventually walk without the rollator. She has driven me to two doctor appointments and has done some washing for me. She is eager to help anywhere she can. When she sees something that...

- Sandy H.

Christian P.

5.0

Christian was extremely helpful with my 3 year old. He was kind, caring and gentle. Definitely will hire Christian again this summer.

- Tamia T.

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