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Find special needs adult care in Mission Viejo, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Mission Viejo, CA

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025

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

Special needs adult care in Mission Viejo, CA

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$24/hr2 yrs exp

Today Is A Good Day For Someone To Care.

5.0

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I'd describe my personality as loyal sensitive responsible I like caring for seniors because I think they need to feel that people are here for them and they are not alone. I'm looking for a job that I can help others and make their day a little easier knowing someone can help when needed I started caring for seniors...
Aileen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged."

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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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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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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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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: Personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services & 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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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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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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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: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Robert is so beyond amazing. He helped my dad day and night and never missed a day. He would be amazing care taker companion. "

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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 were impressed how quickly Carrie built rapport with our son. She instinctively knew what to say and do. We'll call her again!"

Scott T.

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Rebecca K.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.

3.5

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I 've worked with elderly in Elderly Homes, worked with Parkinson's, MS patients, RA patients, Stroke patients and Dementia patients, also children with ADHD, and transferred people many times, either from bed to bathroom or to car. I have also worked with catheters and much more, love doing caregiving and take pride in it....
3.0
"I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in while she asked for address which was given before."

Shaoqing X.

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Francis M.


Laguna Hills, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience supporting children with special needs. Skilled in providing personalized care, assisting with daily activities, and implementing therapeutic strategies tailored to each child's unique requirements. Proficient in fostering positive behaviors, ensuring safety, and...
5.0
"Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"

Diana S.

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Clarita M.


Lake Forest, CA

$35-51/hr6 yrs exp

Passionate Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Detail-oriented caregiver, skilled in assisting clients with daily living activities and maintaining overall well-being. Offering 8 years of healthcare experience, including monitoring clients with developmental disabilities and adhering...
Clarita can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"PLEASE READ THIS REVIEW! I interviewed at least 20 highly qualified caregivers from numerous different sources. Clarita (Clair, as we called her) was by far my favorite after the first interview. I ended up hiring her after an extensive search. It was extremely...

Tony B.

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Suzanne S.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Professional Special Needs Care

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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Pamela B.


San Clemente, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

In Home Care Specialist Looking For Part Time Work (available To Work Nights)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile. My current availability is 2-3 OVER NIGHT shifts a week, as well as existing caregiver relief shifts. I prefer working with women. My passion is helping the older generation stay independent and in their own homes for as long as possible. I have worked with the elderly and/or disabled...
Pamela can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, personal care, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"I had the privilege of working with Pam over the past couple of years, and I cannot say enough positive things about her dedication and compassion. Pam genuinely cares about her client, she is incredibly dependable, great communication, handles unexpected...

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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Available For Part-time Elder And Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Linda and I am a retired RN who is available to help with your part-time care needs. I have extensive experience with both special needs children (Down syndrome) and elder care, including dementia, post-stroke and post-surgical support. I'm happy to help with everything from medication management to companion...
Linda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, hospice services & more
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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Retired RN with extensive experience with special needs children (Down Syndrome) and Elder care (Post-stroke, post-surgery, dementia, companion care) available for part-time work.
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Heather D.


Capistrano Beach, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Former Elementary School Teacher

Hi! My name is Heather and I am a retired public school teacher. I have 27 years of elementary classroom experience primarily in Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd grades but have taught 4th, and 6th as well. I retired in 2022 and have spent the last two years providing in-home tutoring and homework help to families in South Orange...
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Victoria W.


Trabuco Canyon, CA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Teacher/caregiver

I have had the privilege to work with children who have had another way of procession information. Some of this children have ADD, Operational defiance disorder and autism. Recently I have been working with a young girl who is autistic. I started working with her since she was 18 months, she now is 4 years old. I have been learn...
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Laura K.


Irvine, CA

$26-30/hr7 yrs exp

For two years, I was a nanny for a family whose little girl was in a wheelchair and was deaf. I communicated with her using American Sign Language. I also did an internship at a preschool who offered services to special-needs preschoolers. I am passionate about special education and helping families whose children have...
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Amber J.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$18-26/hr

Passionate About Helping Others!

I have always had a heart for those with developmental, delays or disabilities. I grew up with my sibling having speech issues, bad ADHD, and tantrums that helped lead me to my love of helping individuals with delays. I have experience working at summer camps that have helped individuals with autism or special needs & this one...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Mission Viejo, CA

Aileen R.

5.0

Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged.

- Care member

Jenny W.

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 daily part of our family, she...

- Greg O.

Marina B.

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 family member with special needs, she...

- Shannon F.

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.

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.

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Ratings for Mission Viejo, CA special needs adult care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Mission Viejo, CA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care.