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Find special needs adult care in Minneapolis, MN that you’ll love

221 special needs adult care are listed in Minneapolis, MN

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 5 years

Special needs adult care in Minneapolis, MN

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Rachael R.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

Sitter For People With Special Needs

5.0

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I was an educator for 40 years. 8 of those years were students with special needs. They had one or more of the following: deaf, hard of hearing, autism spectrum disorder, severe to mild cognitive delays, behavior issues.
5.0
"Rachael was wonderful with our daughter for the interview. She is patient and kind."

Rebecca H.

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Donna H.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny for 20 years. I also am a caregiver. I have cared for children with disabilities as well as with seniors. I also am a pet & house sitter. I live in Plymouth.
5.0
"I have a daycare and Donna filled in for me for a week when I went on vacation. She did exceptionally well working with a large group of children. I have 5. She was flexible in adapting to their needs and our schedule. If you are looking for someone who is...

David And Barbara W.

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Sara A.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-40/hr

Direct Support Professional

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! If you're looking for someone to take care of your senior loved ones you've came to the right place! I have experience working as a direct support professional for people with special needs and elderly people. I've also taken care of my grandma for 2 years so please reach out to me with your schedule and I will work...
Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"I hired Sara to help my mom who is confined to a wheelchair with deep cleaning and organization. Sara arrived on time and immediately engaged with my mother to make sure that she was comfortable with having someone working within her home. Not only did Sara do an...

Carrie S.

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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part -time Home Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working/ taking care of people. I have been working as a full time Certified Medical Assistant in the clinic for the last 18 years to present. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decision If needed. I am also working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in the assistant living /memory care/group home for the last 18...
Lixin can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, visiting nurse, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Lee is a very nice person and very knowledgeable about caring for my husband. We both enjoyed having her help and would hire her again if needed"

Linda Z.

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Makayla F.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have grown up with a little brother who has autism and volunteered with special Olympics my entire life. I also have worked for a private family for a young man with autism. I would work on motor, language, and social skills with him. For the past couple years I have worked in a group home with residents of all different...
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Joshua J.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

Best Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

13 Years Experience Dealing with Special Needs Currently Home care Manager Manage Children and adult special intellectual Disability, From Autism, Cerebral and special disorders. Non-Ambulatory Ambulatory Patients
5.0
"Very experienced and dependable, from a lot caregivers we have hired he is by far the best."

Asamoah J.

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Kris U.


Minneapolis, MN

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been involved in the care giving field for over 10 years and every client I've ever worked with is near and dear to me. I grew up around many special needs people as my mom works at a day program and often brought clients to our home for holidays and other occasions. In my professional career I have worked in group homes...
5.0
"Kris is an exceptional human being. They were our after school care for my child with autism 3-4 days a week. Kris made after school fun. I felt that Kris brought a good deal of experience as well as sensibility to caring for my child. I highly recommend Kris!"

Jenn D.

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Anthony P.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Social Worker And Independent Facilitator Of Love And Logic Curriculum.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have mainly worked with individuals 65 years of age and younger. Strong background partnering with at risk youth. I enjoy working children, teenagers and individuals in their twenties as life is full of undefined possibilities. I am a little kid at heart. Raised a son who is now 19 years old. I Love learning about people of...
5.0
"Anthony was good to work with. He kept me updated every step of the way. He did a great job cleaning and repairing s house being sold."

Julie S.

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Ellen W.


Minneapolis, MN

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Happy And Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work full-time as a nanny, which has been the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences I've had in my life. I have worked with the same family since 2016, so I have been a part of hugely significant life events for both the 8-year-old and 4-year-old children I work with. From working closely with a child with...
5.0
"Ellen is punctual, works well in family environment, extremely caring & loves our daughter, Z., who cannot feel pain, fed by g-tube & basically needs 24/7 care. Ellen works well under high stress situations & communicates well with us! She's excellent & part of...

Victoria L.

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Regina G.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-40/hr2 yrs exp

PCA

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have take care of ADHD, autistic, handicapped, and normal children for 2 years. I am a very fun, creative, loving, and caring person. I love having fun with kids. It brings joy to my heart when I make children laugh and I see them having fun with me. I know how to change a diaper, and put medicine in a feeding tube. I enjoying...
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Kyla O.


Minneapolis, MN

$22-35/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there. I'm Kyla. I have experience working with an awesome group of adults that have Prader-Willi Syndrome. Getting to work and putting a smile on their face or even getting a laugh honestly makes my day! Those with PWS suffer from rage and other major behavioral issues including violence. They also tend to have mental...
5.0
"Kyla has been working with my 22 year old mentally ill kid. Kyla was able to take our kid to appointments and help extensively around the house, from rabbit care to yard work. She was so good at teaching our kid to be independent that she worked herself out of a...

Kelly R.

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Adria M.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mother, special education teacher, and multiple pet owner. I support, advocate for and provide education and care for people with special needs.
5.0
"Adria just started working with my son. He thinks she's great and we are glad to have her on our care team! She is patient, organized, funny, and flexible"

Chris J.

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Ryann Q.


Minneapolis, MN

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver At Heart

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Helping others through caregiving has been a natural passion of mine for as long as I can remember. I have worked in private and public facilities, group homes, and personal homes with a variety of clients. I love helping people feel happy, safe, and supported, especially in ways that honor their personal...
Ryann can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Ryann was dependable, pleasant, and compassion in caring for my loved one. I highly recommend her. "

Barb C.

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Kris U.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am very passionate about helping people. I love good manners and smiling at everyone I encounter, it's contagious! I grew up around many retired people in my neighborhood, as well as visiting the folks at the retirement home where my mother worked. This instilled in me a great sense of respect for my elders. As an adult I have...
Kris can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Kristin is a highly dependable, detail-oriented, and conscientious worker. She is completely trustworthy and truly goes above and beyond for her clients. On top of stellar work performance, she is an absolute joy to have around and is extremely personable. I feel...

Dawn H.

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Sophia A.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Im Sophie, and I'm excited to provide care for individuals with special needs or for neurotypical individuals. I'm a student at the University of Minnesota pursuing a degree in psychology and political science, and I am passionate about helping with with the everyday demands of life! I am interested in working with people of...
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Ola A.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

 The Closest Thing To Being Cared For Is To Care For Someone Else".

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a personal caregivers, also referred to as personal care aides, help my patients with limitations related to age and ability. I assist my patients with everyday tasks and self-care, such as bathing, taking medication, mobility challenges, seizure disorder, down syndrome, cognitive disabilities, shopping and cooking. I also...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a special needs brother and been helping him. I also have taken care of other kids with special needs.
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Susan M.


Minneapolis, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature, experienced and fun-loving caregiver who loves to play with, read to and teach kids of all ages. I have experience working in a daycare and as a nanny, as well as in homes. I am smart, honest, caring and a good problem solver. I have a professional background in fundraising also, but most recently, I have been...
5.0
"Susie has been a part-time nanny to our boys (now 5 and 7) for three years. She has built strong relationships with them both - my 5 yo put her first on the list of who he wanted to invite to his birthday party! She always treats them with patience and respect,...

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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working/taking care of people. I have been working as a Certified Medical Assistant in internal medicine for 17years. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decisions if needed. I have also been working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in assisted living/memory care or the last 18 years. The home care skills could help...
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Martin G.


Minneapolis, MN

$50/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a registered nurse at NMH. I decided to go into health care so that I can bring smiles to my patients in their healing journey. I provide skilled care with empathy to ensure that my patients receive the best care possible and also feel well cared for.
5.0
"He is trustworthy and a great caregiver. Martin care for the person he is serving."

Duff D.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Minneapolis, MN

Rachael R.

5.0

Rachael was wonderful with our daughter for the interview. She is patient and kind.

- Rebecca H.

Donna H.

5.0

I have hired Donna four times in the last two years to care for my cat, Figaro, in my home. Figaro is a six-year old male. Each day when I am out of town Donna puts out a measured amount of food for Figaro and removes the droppings from his litter box. The duration of my out of town trips has ranged...

- Jerry S.

Sara A.

5.0

I hired Sara to help my mom who is confined to a wheelchair with deep cleaning and organization. Sara arrived on time and immediately engaged with my mother to make sure that she was comfortable with having someone working within her home. Not only did Sara do an excellent job with the task at hand,...

- Carrie S.

Lixin Z.

5.0

Li is a wonderful caregiver—she’s compassionate, energetic, and perceptive. She was very attuned to my mom’s needs and a real pleasure to have around. I’d recommend her enthusiastically and without reservation!

- Care member

Joshua J.

5.0

Joshua did an amazing job caring for my brother (23) who has down syndrome. He jumped right in, was very comfortable and M. loved him.

- Jennifer O.

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Ratings for Minneapolis, MN special needs adult care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Minneapolis, MN are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 45 reviews of the 221 listed special needs adult care.