Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in Long Island City, NY

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(2)

I am looking for temporary work as a sitter or caregiver for disabled kids, most of my experience is autism related. I work full time at a day treatment facility/ school program for kids with disabilities and behavioral issues. As a Teaching Assistant/paraprofessional I am responsible for helping students with classwork,...

5.0

"Kerry is provides the utmost care for her clients. She communicates well, understands the motivations and demonstrates empathy. Her clients, love and respect her. Because of this you should seriously consider her for care of your loved one. Moreover, because of...

Lewis T.

Dashana C.

Jersey City, NJ

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full-time Care Giver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Assisting children and adults with daily life skills. Transporting children and adults to scheduled appointments. Maintaining household duties and responsibilities. Administering medications as needed. Working with different agencies such as DYFS, DDD & other referrals. Assisting clients at their places of employment. Work with...

5.0

"Ms. C. is a wonderful professional who is also very personable. She watched my cat for me while I was out of town for some time and I was very pleased with her services. My cat was well taken cared of and appeared to enjoy her presence as well. Thank you for your...

Sara K.

Adrianna J.

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Patient And Kind Help

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since a young age I have been around those that have taken care of special needs children and adults. My grandmother and mother have always shown special interest in those with special needs, and have provided the best care possible. Now that I have found myself searching for a more meaningful way of life, I have chosen to...

5.0

"Adrianna is a very reliable, communicative caregiver. She spends time mentoring my young adult son with special needs and she's great. We both get along with her personality. She's naturally easy going but very compassionate! She is a true find!"

Kim R.

Sulman C.

Secaucus, NJ

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hello everyone, My name is Sulman I'm a Certified Pharmacy Technician, CPR/ First Aid Certified. I have worked as a caregiver for the past 10yrs working with adults and children. I have experience working with adult patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, and physical disabilities. Helping them with their activities of daily...

5.0

"Words can't express how grateful we are to have had Sulman caring for our little one. From the very beginning, she demonstrated exceptional skills and a genuine love for what she does. Her dedication to sensory and developmental play has not only been enriching for...

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Julian D.

Astoria, NY

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Heavy Scientific And Clinical Background

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there, my name is Julian. I have a great deal of experience working with those with special needs. Currently I am in the process of getting my masters in neuroscience and education from Columbia University, however my work at the moment is remote for the time being so I am here in Syracuse. I have twin little brothers with...

5.0

"My family hired Julian to hang out with my 12-year-old daughter who is on the autism spectrum. From the moment he arrived and immediately made a connection with her I knew we made an excellent choice. As a parent who is naturally wary about who we hired, I would...

Elizabeth B.

Andrea F.

Lyndhurst, NJ

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with a cerebral palsy patient and hospice patients. I love what I do.

Amanda V.

Bronx, NY

$25-30/hr

Friendly, Empathetic, Patient Caregiver

5.0

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I've worked many years at a school called Shema Kolainu (meaning, Hear our Voices in Hebrew). I mostly worked with children in the spectrum, but I worked with children of all needs.

5.0

"I have to thank Care for your service! Because of Care, I found Amanda, and I now have someone great to help my children with their school work! Amanda is AMAZING! My children love her so much, she's fun and so smart. AND she's so helpful! I once casually told her...

Riley C.

Sandra C.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Over the past 15 years I have worked with different families who needed someone to care for their older relatives along with teens/adults who have different disabilities. I would describe my personality as generous, optimistic, and courteous. In my spare time, I like to exercise, cook, and sometimes plant. My skills...

Sandra can also help with: Hospice services, home modification

Skills:

CNA

5.0

"She always goes above and beyond when i worked with her. She knew exactly how to make my mom comfortable when she worked with her . "

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Telcia W.

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Telcia, a senior caregiver with 15 years of extensive experience working as Caregiver/DSP. I have all the necessary skills to provide routine patient care and ADLs. My duties as a caregiver includes but not limited to meal preparation (NYC Nutrition/Hygiene Standards), administering medication, attending doctors visits,...

Telcia can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship, live-in home care, dementia & more

Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

Wound Care

5.0

"Telecia is a Gem , pleasant dispostion. A problem solver and efficient in her care giving skills. She took great care of my mom for years . Would recommend her!"

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Olivia G.

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 24 years old and I just graduated with my Masters in psychology! I'm vaccinated and very Covid-cautious. I am an energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16 years old. A major reason I've loved caring for children is being able to incorporate concepts and strategies I've...

Camille N.

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

NYC Creative & Active Babysitter And Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience caring for the following special needs categories: Down syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes and Autism Spectrum - PDDNOS, Intellectually Disabled.

Stephanie S.

Little Ferry, NJ

$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental health Counseling. I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years in various settings. I have worked in a summer camp, day care and as an at home therapist. I feel that working with children is essential because those are the most critical years for progress and...

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"Stephanie goes above and beyond her job. Whichever it may be. She gives 110% at everything she puts her mind to. Works really well with others and liked by everyone. Always goes that extra mile to make sure everyone around her is happy and satisfied."

Robert D.

Brittany T.

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...

5.0

"Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated,...

Lavinia M.

Claire A.

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Caregiver/tutor

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a sister with Down Syndrome and have been involved in the special needs community my whole life. I was the president of the Best Buddies chapter at Simsbury high school where I interacted and facilitated activities for people with all different types of developmental and intellectual disabilities. In addition, I have been...

5.0

"I am an UWS mom with two kids. Claire was an amazing sitter for our daughter with ASD. She was reliable, always on time and always arrived with a smile. I wish her graduate school schedule this semester allowed for her to continue with us. I strongly recommend...

Star K.

Madalyn C.

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have a genuine passion for caring for elders and those in need of assistance. I have personal experience caring for my grandmother who suffered from Alzheimer's and later became disabled, requiring a wheelchair. Additionally, I have volunteered at nursing homes, providing care for several individuals. I find fulfillment in...

Madalyn can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, personal care, dementia, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

5.0

"If you are looking for someone to care for your loved one with care, love and patience i would highly recommend Madalyn. She was amazing with my mother. She got my mom out of bed and took her outside to Central Park for some air. My mother hasn't went outside ever...

Casie S.

Kani D.

Bronx, NY

$19-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi i'm kani! i'm a pca, paraprofessional & nanny I have experience working with children in special needs full time and i'm currently nanny for a child with special needs. Also Working for the department of education as a paraprofessional for children with special needs. i'm a pca as well I work with the elderly assisting them...

Kani can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

Patricia P.

West New York, NJ

$20-30/hr

Taking Care Of Special Needs

This is Patricia, I live in west new york too. I'm a mother of now two young professionals. I have tons of experience taking care of kids (some of them with special needs), pets and always communicating with my take care of my 88-year-old mom with dementia encouraging her with activities such as singing, reading and asking...

Patricia can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care & more

Kelsey N.

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Grad Student With Extensice Personal Care Experience

I am a young and friendly graduate student who loves working with people of all ages. I have extensive experience working in a day program for adults and elders with special needs. I have been a PCA for years and have helped with personal hygiene, housekeeping, and preparing meals. I am currently an assistant teacher at a...

Xarviar C.

$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

I currently work as a Residential Habilitation Specialist for adults and seniors with special needs/ disabilities. I know that working with seniors requires someone who is caring and patient. Not only will I assist physically, but I will be a listening ear and companion. I do not mind running errands, meal prep, dressing or...

Xarviar can also help with: Personal care

Estherlyn P.

$17-21/hr • 9 yrs exp