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Find special needs adult care in Lake Forest, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Lake Forest, CA

The average posted rate is $25/hr as of March 2025

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

Special needs adult care in Lake Forest, CA

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Suzanne S.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Professional Special Needs Care

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 2 profiles. 1 for CHILDCARE and 1 for SPECIAL NEEDS. Please see my RECOMMENDATIONS and 5 Star Rating from my 3 PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS on Care. com on my childcare page. Ty! My son is now 27 years old and was diagnosed with Autism when he was 3 years old. He is an Aspie. He attended special day classes full time for five...
5.0
"Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so great at managing multiple kids. She constantly keeps both kids at different stages and ages entertained and learning. On top...

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Jumai B.


Tustin, CA

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Caring For Your Loved Ones

I am here to help your loved one feel comfortable. To make their daily life more enjoyable. My clients are not just clients; they are my friends, and I enjoy seeing them happy.
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Linda G.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a Swedish born woman with many years of experience in all aspects of nursing care. I handle basic personal care (bathing, dressing, feeding etc.) I manage medicine, do tube feeding and give injections. I have much experience with dementia patients, physically disabled patients and hospice care. I am trained to handle unique...
Linda can also help with: Errands, hospice services, personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"I am more than happy to write this review for Linda G. Linda's performance during the care of my wife was beyond reproach. Linda is a responsible and dedicated caregiver. Not only is she dependable she is compassionate and caring. My wife suffered from Alzheimer's...

Glenn T.

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Veronica B.


Tustin, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Sweet, Responsible Part Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Veronica, I am 28 years old and I currently work for the Santa Ana Unified School District in the Adult Transition Program as a paraprofessional for students who are severely disabled. The class where I work is called medically fragile, there I get to work with young adults between the ages of 17-23. I have gained so...
5.0
"Veronica was a perfect fit for special needs . 1 on 1 aid at. school district giver her a great ability to have hands on with all the g-tube,trachea,pure food, feeding and liquids,diaper changes , lifts... sorry i am short handing but if you have a...

Dale N.

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Carolyn M.


Newport Coast, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mama Bear

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My middle daughter has visual and neurological deficits and my youngest has Asperger's, giving me 28 years of experience with children with special needs.
5.0
"Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent questions, and insists on doing tasks herself so she learns...

Richard B.

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Jennifer R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

4.4

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Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...
5.0
"Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman. "

Jennifer L.

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Carri C.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....
5.0
"We hired Carri for a reception party at our home as a party caretaker. She cooked and set up food, kept drinks filled, cleared empty plates and cups, washed dirty dishes and was very professional, personable and friendly with my guests. She was a big help and gave...

Kanela W.

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a...

Shannon F.

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Kylee B.


Mission Viejo, CA

$21-24/hr10 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist/BCAT/Instructional Aide

Hello! I'm an experienced caregiver with 9 years of hands-on experience providing compassionate, reliable, and personalized care. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, which allows me to better understand and meet the emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs of those I care for. Throughout my career, I have worked with...
I have been in the ABA field for over 2 years now. I have worked with infants, toddlers, young adults. I am currently in my graduate program for MSW to become a medical social worker. I ensure all the individuals feel cared for, heard and understood. I work with compassion and great care.
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Roberto S.


Irvine, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Reliable Sitter

I worked as a full time care manager for children and adults with developmental disabilities and worked part time as a private caregiver for elderly patients. I am patient and takes care of my patient like my own family. I always ensure that my patients are safe, comfortable and satisfied with my care. I ensure that pt's family...
Roberto can also help with: Dementia, personal care, meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Roberto is an excellent worker who takes initiative to get things done. Very helpful, very thorough, very trustworthy and very friendly…"

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Maria O.


Tustin, CA

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 15 years of experience working as a provider for civic senior citizens. I have great references from my private employers and also from a Assisted Living Faculty in Tustin, CA. There I worked with senior citizens with varying degree of disabilities including, Alzheimer and Dementia. Some of my duties included: grooming,...
Maria can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, home modification, personal care, live-in home care, visiting nurse & more
5.0
"I am a care manager for an elderly lady suffering from Parkinson's and dementia. I hired Maria for weekend care. If I didn't already have full time caregivers during the week I would use her full time. She is such a pleasure to have around. She is extremely clean...

Paige H.

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Teresa E.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr

Part Time Help Available .........

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I just love to help and see people happy ..... I am: Teacher, Mom, wife, Friend... I work with kids.... I believe that go around , come around.... I do the best I can to help, maybe I will be the person need help in the future.... and I will appreciated it!!!
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Jenny W.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time

Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.
5.0
"Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more independent and not needing the support that Jenny provided for so long. Over the three years where Jenny was a...

Greg O.

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Guadalupe H.


Laguna Beach, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

I love what I do and I have a lot of patience for people. I loving giving my clients the opportunity to make their own decisions but in safe way. I like to make them feel good and encourage them. I'm very outgoing and like the outdoors .
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Stephanie S.


Tustin, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am extremely passionate about caring for individuals with special needs; I believe that every person has something to offer and it is of the utmost importance to focus on their strengths. I have grown up with a brother who has autism; we have always been very close, so I understand the difficulties special needs families face....
5.0
"I've had the pleasure of knowing Stephanie for over a decade now, and have always been enamored with her inviting and attentive personality. She has matured from a hard working college student to a responsible and well qualified registered nurse in that time, and...

Jessica S.

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Daniel B.


Irvine, CA

$18-50/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Dad

I used to own my own gym and loved working with my special needs clients. My best friends also used to run a special needs Lego company. I am empathetic, caring, patient, and creative
Daniel can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
With more than 8 years of experience in caregiving, I'd describe my personality as competent, compassionate and committed healthcare worker I like caring for seniors because I have the passion of helping others. I find fulfillment in providing support and assistance to those in need particularly the elderly and people with...
Rowena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, mobility assistance, respite care, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

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Miriam C.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Super Nanny

I've had the pleasure of working with families with super humans in their daily life, kids under different ways of living which I admire because we're lucky to be with so many beautiful souls that only see good. I've had the experience to work with kids on the spectrum autism, Down syndrome & ADHD. I will say it's been so nice...
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Krichelle S.


Mission Viejo, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hello

Hello, My name is Krichelle. I'm a parent of 2 grown sons. I'm looking to help a family with their needs. I've been a nanny and a caretaker for many years. I look forward to hearing from you. I'm interested in part time. Thank you, Krichelle

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Lake Forest, CA

Suzanne S.

5.0

Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so great at managing multiple kids. She constantly keeps both kids at different stages and ages entertained and learning. On top of all the fun activities she comes...

- Care member

Linda G.

5.0

I am more than happy to write this review for Linda G. Linda's performance during the care of my wife was beyond reproach. Linda is a responsible and dedicated caregiver. Not only is she dependable she is compassionate and caring. My wife suffered from Alzheimer's and Ovarian Cancer. Towards the...

- Glenn T.

Veronica B.

5.0

Veronica was a perfect fit for special needs . 1 on 1 aid at. school district giver her a great ability to have hands on with all the g-tube,trachea,pure food, feeding and liquids,diaper changes , lifts... sorry i am short handing but if you have a child,adult with special needs you will know...

- Dale N.

Carolyn M.

5.0

Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent questions, and insists on doing tasks herself so she learns quickly. She will take on any...

- Richard B.

Jennifer R.

5.0

Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman.

- Jennifer L.

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