Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in Port Jefferson, NY

I have learnt how to be patient and also supportive I'm responsible I also provide a comforting presence I offer emotional support, encouragement and companionship to the disabled individual. My job includes preparing meals and managing other household duties.

Elise H.

Nesconset, NY

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(8)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...

Elise can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Elise took great care of my Mom. She went above and beyond and treated Mom like a family member. When my Mom was with Elise I knew she was safe and being cared for with respect, patience and good humor. We felt very, very lucky to have her."

Care member

Myra M.

East Setauket, NY

$25-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...

Myra can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, transportation

Skills:

CPR

3.0

"Incorrectly shows Myra was hired. She was interviewed"

Catherine L.

Ayishetu O.

Mount Sinai, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.2

(5)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Ayishetu is my name, Responsible Home health Aide with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over 10 years of experience in the healthcare. Proficient in providing exceptional in-homes support to patients with wide of disability, illnesses or other challenges. Experience in medication, Assistance with daily living,...

Ayishetu can also help with: Home modification, errands, dementia, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"Ayishetu has just started helping to care for my father-in-law. She has been wonderful! She knows her way around all of my FIL medical needs, and has a wonderful way about her in helping him physically. He is a very proud man and loosing his strength and ability...

Ariel Z.

Tasheeya W.

$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Tasheeya. I am 34 years old. I have been working in the home care field with the elderly population as well as the mentally disabled population since I was 18 years old.

Tasheeya can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, personal care, meal prep & more

Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0

"Tasheeya has been providing great care for me since August 2023. She is very knowledgeable and very helpful. She has a pure soul and brings a true deal of comfort to my home when helping me. Tasheeya helps with medication showers meals and transportation."

Carol V.

Felicia C.

Mount Sinai, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I am a retired teacher who has also worked as a volunteer for many years and also as a teacher. Helping those with special needs is a gift. We all have special things that make us unique. Helping a person with special needs reach their fullest potential is what I feel good about doing. I have extensive experience working with...

Amanda M.

Ronkonkoma, NY

$17/hr

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...

5.0

"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."

Meryl B.

Christina D.

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Very Well Versed Companion, Home Health Aide And Care Coordinator Plus Animal Lover All In One!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience supporting and working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities in various settings. I have provided supports and services in the following settings; private homes, residential ( group homes and nursing homes) and community based settings. I have experience with providing the...

Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, companionship, specialized care, meal prep & more

5.0

"Christina is a great caretaker. She is responsible and kind. She assisted my sister with driving her to appointments and helping her with phone calls and bills that weren't being paid. She is a soft spoken young woman who helps with anything you ask her to do. She...

Demme M.

Michele B.

$17-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Am A Direct Support Care Taker Of Adults With Special Needs

I help special needs adults with their daily living from bathing dressing to meal prep and light house work also administer medication CPR and first aid certified through the agency I currently work for Currently looking for evening or overnight positions

Michele can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia

Dyshonia B.

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Private Duty Nurse

I started out as a home health aid over 12 years ago. I am currently a LPN. I absolutely love caring for others. I've worked with so many different individuals with different stories including senior, children and those with special needs. But facilities and/or communities arent the right fit for me. There arent many things I...

Dyshonia can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, dementia, transportation, meal prep & more

Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

Tiana B.

Ronkonkoma, NY

$17-19/hr • 5 yrs exp

One of my previous jobs included working in an ABA Life Skills classroom at Bay Shore School District

Karin F.

$25-30/hr

Special needs caregiver.

Hello! I taught English part time at local colleges for 20 years, and my children are grown. Both have high functioning autism and I am familiar with behavior plans, IEP process, etc. I am kind, patient, educated, fit and mature. I love to sit on the floor and play games and make crafts and be outdoors. I will tidy up without...

Samarra S.

Coram, NY

$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With All Age Groups

Hello I'm Samarra! It's nice to meet you. I'm a former direct support professional and currently a pharmacy technician who's willing to complete necessary tasks that will allow me to use my experience and first aid/ CPR certification to good use while making a little extra income while doing so. I can't wait to hear back from...

Crystal W.

Selden, NY

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

I currently work for UCP (United Cerebral Palsy) in Hauppaug. June 30 2014- present. I have work on day treatment side assisting with feeding and toileting for the first 4 years the last year I moved to day rehabilitation side also assisting with feeding and toileting. In 2019 I transferred and I am currently working as the...

Clara R.

$18-26/hr

Home Health Care Very Professional Caring Love People

Muy profesional en lo que hago me encanta estar disponible para las personas que necesitan de una muy buena trayectoria laboral

Nicole A.

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Overnight Special Needs Caregiver

I have always love helping and working with people in all aspect.

Colleen B.

Nesconset, NY

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I currently work at Maryhaven with special needs young adults. I have worked here for 2 years and have also done a lot of volunteer work with individuals with special needs. I have also have a brother with autism, so I have a lot of experience in special needs of all ages.

Chaise F.

$17-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I have been a special education assistant teacher for 2. 5 years. Recently graduated, I am looking to continue my work with children while becoming a certified life coach, to help families and children. Special needs care available.

Sophia M.

Centereach, NY

$18-25/hr

Hi! My name is Sophia and I'm a licensed social worker. Prior to getting licensed, I worked as a home health aid and care manager. I have a passion for helping people and am interested in connecting to see if we'd be able to work together!

Jennifer T.

Centereach, NY

$17-21/hr • 6 yrs exp