Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in Leawood, KS

Hi! I'm an RN who would love to care for your special person. I have experience with children with learning challenges, with patients who have had physical and mental disabilities of all sorts and I'm confident I can help you out. My background is one of a home health care nurse for 8 years, Hospital Critical Care and Float...

Theresa K.

Leawood, KS

$15-20/hr

I have an education background, and have taught for 36 years. I have a Special Education degree. I also have worked with the At- Risk population. I have worked with special needs children. The last was a little boy on a feeding tube. I can provide references upon request. I hope to hear from you.

Melissa J.

Shawnee, KS

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 12 years of hands-on training and I experienced working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care, makes me...

Melissa can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0

"I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be very picky about personal care. that is why we decided to bring our wonderful mother home for her final...

Sallie B.

Paula P.

Kansas City, KS

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.4

(5)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have 25yrs of experience as a CNA/Home Health. I'm very passionate about senior care, kind, caring, calm and very patient and empathetic. I'm able to provide both physical and emotional support, help with meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing and dressing, bathroom assistance, companion care. I like caring for...

Paula can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, dementia

Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

5.0

"I can't say enough good about Paula. She was always on time and covered additional shifts when needed. She showed true care and concern for the well being of my mother by attending to her needs and interacting with her on whatever level my mother was up for on...

Hill M.

Christina B.

$10-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children and adults with special needs. I have worked in group homes, residential units and schools. I enjoy working with this population and love being able to help them live the best lives they can.

Lisa S.

Lenexa, KS

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Mental Health Professional

4.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

20 + years of CARING and dependable care for your family member as well as the rest of the family. Experience working in the home as well as psych hospitals, mental health rehab facilities and physical therapy facilities. I'd rather work in the home with the person who needs help because that is where the quality care is given...

5.0

"I have been using Lisa for years. She is the kindest person you will ever meet. She is amazing. My son loves her and so do I. She is very professional, caring, loving. I highly recommend her for any and all of your needs."

Jennifer H.

Brenda W.

Mission, KS

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional RN Who Loves Kids Of All Ages

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am patient and kind and love kids. Cared for adult quadriplegic and head injury patients before entering nursing school.

5.0

"Given my care needs as a young professional with cerebral palsy from birth, I have hired and trained a staff of personal care attendants for nearly 10 years (5-7 individuals per year, sometimes more). I would easily place Brenda in my top 3 hires! In working with...

Patrick P.

Jackie C.

Mission, KS

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Need Provider

5.0

(1)

I've worked and been around children and adults with special needs since I was 18. I worked as a behaviorist in the smsd school district for a couple years before having children of my own. Since then I have assisted with a couple families that have children with special needs. I love working with children in general, no matter...

5.0

"Jackie has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and ambition."

Melissa L.

Ashethia P.

$10-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

The Daycare Provider You Are Looking For

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am flexible with my hours or work. I was a licensed certified paraprofessional in Oklahoma. The reason I say I was is because I recently moved to Kansas and I am not sure if KS has the same requirements as OK. I have worked with special needs children for over 3 yrs. I enjoyed this job very much and would like to continue...

5.0

"My almost 2 year old can be a real handful and "Miss Nay Nay" (as my lil guy called her) was AWESOME with him! Even with an infant thrown into the mix, she was a total pro! HIGHLY recommend! :D"

Jennifer B.

Sharon F.

$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant And CNA/CMA

5.0

(1)

I am a 49 yr old mother of five, with just one child still living at home. I have been a stay-at-home, homeschooling mother for the past 26 years. I am looking for part time work to help with college expenses. Previously I have done respite care for families with disabled children and elder care. I love people and have excellent...

Sharon can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia

Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0

"I have known Sheri for nearly 20 years as a friend. When my Mom needed more care, we hired Sheri. She is trustworthy, hardworking, caring, attentive, kind and personal. She loves people and brings a very cheerful, positive attitude and is reliable. She treated...

Kathy B.

Mahin F.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Senior Care Giver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with seniors in hospital, facilities, and personal care in their homes. I've assisted seniors after surgeries, with disabilities, and more. I've helped with transportation, shopping, running errands, and many other tasks. My positive attitude helps me stay motivated and I believe it helps the other...

Mahin can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, specialized care

5.0

"Mahin cared for my 92 year-old mother while we went out of town. She was always early for her shift, and even stayed late one time when the next shift worker did not show up on time. I will definitely hire Mahin again when we travel."

Deanna S.

Yvonne K.

$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

I Graduated as a practical nurse and am a certified nurse assist and home health aide for 11years. I have work in skilled nursing , assistant living, companion and memory care. I have also worked with special needs children and adults. I enjoy what I do .

5.0

"Yvonne was an excellent caregiver for my wife who needs extra care with all her daily living activities. Yvonne went above and beyond the required duties in her caring. She was very dependable. My wife and I will definitely consider hiring her again in the future."

Dave S.

Michelle K.

Lenexa, KS

$27-34/hr • 3 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

I am an energetic 29 y/o with a passion to assist others. I love teaching and exploring nature, oil painting, cooking and volunteering my extra time for those in need through various programs such as CASA, women's shelters and animal sanctuaries. I have experience working with children with medical needs (G tubes, J tubes, trach...

5.0

"Michelle was a shining light during a very dark time for my family. My dad had a double hip replacement surgery and my mom is very sick with multiple sclerosis. We needed her for help for my mom (transfers from bed to wheelchair, wheelchair to couch, etc.) eating...

Sarah W.

Rut P.

Grandview, MO

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(2)

I have been a nanny for a family with four children. During this time, I cared for a 6-year-old with Down Syndrome and an 8-year-old with ADHD as well as their 4-year-old brother and 2-year-old sister. I am studying nursing and feel comfortable working with children with special needs and providing personalized care to them. I...

Paula P.

Kansas City, KS

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with autistic children. I have worked also with mentally challenged children and adults. I worked with individuals with all sorts of handicaps from mild to severe. I truly enjoy helping others and it's a passion that I desire in my heart.

Roxana M.

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am willing to go the extra mile to provide compassionate, honest care. I love helping seniors, disabled, Mentally Challenged, whoever needs my help Skills: Have worked with clients with severe brain damage, mentally challenged, multiple sclerosis, paraplegics , stroke victim, Alzheimer's, Parkinson, diabetic, tracheotomy,...

Roxana can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more

Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0

"We hired Roxana to watch my mother who has dementia. Roxana was terrific with my mom making her comfortable and relaxed. My mom can be moody and is prone to hallucinations but Roxana kept her calm. She was flexible and incredibly easy to work with. My mom was well...

Ali H.

Lena C.

Mission, KS

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lena. I have a huge passion and love for working with children and helping them develop. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 12 years of experience caring for children, from infants to elementary schoolers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm...

5.0

"Lena was great! Very willing to be flexible, and take on additional duties and responsibilities to make sure my son had whatever he needed. She's incredibly polite, kind, courteous and was wonderful interacting my son."

Jerrod P.

Amber G.

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I have more than 10 years experience working with individuals with special circumstances (needs). I am very patient as I know this is very necessary to be successful in whatever task we have set out to do. I strive to get to know each individual very personally so that I can best support them in the way they need me to. I would...

Sharon R L.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring CNA ,Hospice Aide ,with Over 25 × Yrs

5.0

(3)

Cna , Hospice Aide, Experience working with adults and kids with disabilities, 25+ yrs Patient focus empathetic, with extensive knowledge of geriatric needs Assisting a variety patients with healthcare , medical and physical care needs , Provide care and management of daily living , assit patients in daily activities such as...

Sharon R can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Wound Care

5.0

"Sharon has been working for me for a few months now. Im a quadriplegic needing help with daily activities. Sharon has been caring, willing to learn, and reliable. I would recommend her to anyone needing care. "

Kirsten H.

Araceli G.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)