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Find special needs adult care in Portland, OR that you’ll love

210 special needs adult care are listed in Portland, OR

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 Portland, OR

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James S.


Portland, OR

$28-50/hr2 yrs exp

I Am A 55 Yr Old Man With Compassion And A Desire To Try And Make My Work Life Meaningful.

4.9

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with years of experience providing quality care to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those in need. *Work Experience:* - Provide personal care assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, and grooming - Manage medications, administer prescribed medications, and monitor...
James can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional care Jim provided for my father. Jim worked for us for a little over a year and was caring for my dad in his last months of life. He is not only friendly and compassionate but also a hard-working and strong individual...

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Claire S.


Portland, OR

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Since joining Care. com, I've had several long term clients. I have several years of experience working as an in-home caregiver for individuals with various mental & physical disabilities and I have worked at an assisted living facility with residents on their Dementia/Alzheimers floor. I have a BA in Psychology which taught me...
Claire can also help with: Home modification, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Claire has a very warm energy that brightens everyone's day. She cared for my disabled mother and helped with cleaning, errands, and meal prep. She was always very communicative and went above & beyond to make sure my mom was comfortable. I look forward to working...

Dan L.

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Kerry Y.


Portland, OR

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Professional Caregiver

Hello! My name is Kerry. I have over 10 years of experience being a caregiver for people with mental disabilities and the elderly. I have worked with a wide variety of clients including people with physical limitations and people with behavioral challenges. I am a pre-nursing student and a licensed massage therapist. I believe...
Kerry can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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Caleigh S.


Portland, OR

$30-40/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced, Compassionate, & Professional Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name Caleigh and I'm a highly skilled and adaptable caregiver with 7+ years of diverse experience. My dedication and compassion for caring for the elderly and disabled drive me to provide exceptional care for your loved ones. My extensive background spans various elderly care sectors, including assisted living, memory...
Caleigh can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Our family hired Cayleigh nearly three months ago and we feel so fortunate to have found her. She is an extremely reliable support person for our 95 and 92 year old parents who live independently, due the consistency Cayleigh provides. She is trustworthy, patient,...

Elisabeth P.

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Marian H.


Portland, OR

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Helper/Companion

Hi, my nickname is Becky. I'm fully vaccinated. I have several years experience helping the elderly and the disabled with errands, housekeeping, companionship care, and other tasks as needed. I have several excellent written recommendations and a national background check. I am personable and responsible and I really enjoy...
Marian can also help with: Dementia
5.0
"Becky was (is!) fantastic. She has helped with my mom for the past six years. My mom is in assisted living. The only reason she isn't working with us right now is because of Covid-19. Becky is thoughtful, smart, kind and often went WAY OUT OF HER WAY to accommodate...

Kimberly B.

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Ian M.


Portland, OR

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Over 25 Years Of Experience. I Am Well Rounded And Confident In My Abilities.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Personal care in my community is where I want my financial focus to be. My background is extensive in serving. I'm a Jack of all trades. I served my country in the US Navy. I worked several years in the front and back of the house at country clubs and restaurants. I've cared for people with disabilities. I can cook and prepare...
Ian can also help with: Home modification, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Ian helped my mother today and she is going on and on about how wonderful he is. He rearranged his schedule to help out earlier and went above and beyond in every way. We initially asked him to simply drive my mom to visit my father in the ICU, but he ended up...

Blaklee H.

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Tracy G.


Portland, OR

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Occasional Care For Children With Special Needs

I studied Graduate level Music Therapy in Ohio, and worked with children with various special needs during my pre-clinical session. I am very interested in caring for children with Autism/Aspergers, in particular. My father and nephew have both been diagnosed with AS. Using music as a way to ease transitions is a strength. If...
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Bethany D.


Portland, OR

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

I have a passion for teaching and helping kids explore the world around them. Children should have the opportunity to develop life skills through play from day one. I have worked with children for 10+ years, facilitating learning experiences. I have experience with kids from infancy to middle school, as well as children with...
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Aivy N.


Portland, OR

$16-30/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

During my senior year of college, we were asked to pick a capstone class, a class that would integrate a field of studies related to prior coursework, and I chose to attend half a month at Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. MHKC allowed me to be a camp counselor, working one on one with a child for one week, and an adult with the other for...
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Brenna B.


Portland, OR

$16-25/hr

Special Needs Caregiver & School Mentor

I have worked with students with ASD from ages 5-16 over the last decade. My experience ranges from 1-1 kindergarten classroom aide to high school tutoring/mentoring. I currently work with Sophomores in high school part-time (remotely now!) with a variety of special needs and mental health backgrounds, as a mentor/tutor/advocate...
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Kristina H.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Assistance For Youth With Special Needs

I have been caring for children for 8 years. I have had childcare experience in friends' homes, through the services of Portland Nanny, at Vivian Olum Child Development Center in Eugene, OR, and at a Shelter for abused women and children in Cape Town, South Africa. The majority of my experience is with infants and preschoolers,...
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Allison G.


Portland, OR

$16/hr

Part-time Care Giver For Neurotypical And Children With Special Needs

I love children. I think any child can be fun to work with. I work as a behavior therapist with an organization for children with autism and related disorders. I always look forward to my job.
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Monica A.


Portland, OR

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Former Behavior Therapist Eager To Help Children And Families With Special Needs

I am a mindful and patient caregiver. I enjoy encouraging creativity and nourishing natural skills. I worked as a job coach in an adult vocational school before becoming a Registered Behavior Therapist serving children with special needs. Yoga and meditation are a part of my daily self care routine.
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Bella A.


Portland, OR

$30-45/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Life Skills Teacher

Hello, My name is Bella and I have been working with typical and atypical developing children ages newborn-18yrs since 2013. I am CPR and first-aid certified, not a smoker, a great cook, and have my own transportation. I was naturally drawn to your ad because I had so much fun working with a 3-year-old and newborn in Bellevue...
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Drew P.


Portland, OR

$16-50/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs/Any Need Caregiver

When I was 10 years old, my youngest sister was born with Down syndrome. After my initial concern and confusion about what this meant had passed, I realized that she was just a little girl who'd become increasingly more special to me as time passed. After having such a close bond with her, I began working in various special...
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Kaid H.


Portland, OR

$30-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Provider And Nursing Assistant

Thank you for taking the time to look over my profile and consider me as your personal provider. You can trust that I am very well-versed in all aspects of caregiving, since I have worked for several caregiving companies. I have experience working in both caregiving facilities and in client's homes for at-home caregiving. I try...
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Brittaney A.


Portland, OR

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Empathetic Caregiver For Special Needs Kiddos

Hey there! I'm currently available with date nights and one or two reccuring nights a week! With over two years as a respite care worker and 18 years personal experience with my brother with Autism, I've got the experience and the heart to make every moment count. From wrangling energetic kiddos with ADHD to creating...
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Cheryl W.


Portland, OR

$26-35/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hello, I'm Cheryl, I'm 43 years old and have a 12 and 8-year-old. I have been working with children for 7 years. I spent 6 years working with pre-schoolers in a special needs school. I have qualifications in positive behavior support, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and DT (Developmental therapy). My oldest child is on the...
I have worked a ton with children and with teens and adults with special needs. I would love to have some more experience with seniors. :)
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation, live-in home care
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Kassidy V.


Portland, OR

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kassidy. I'm currently searching for a part-time caregiving opportunity. My experience in assisting seniors and children with care needs has shown me sincere patience, loving kindness, and genuine companionship. I continue to carry these traits with such a high value when it comes to my everyday life. I believe...
Kassidy can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Portland, OR

James S.

5.0

Works hard, interacts with his people in a positive way with humor. Cleans up after any job. Makes suggestions for safety and organizing. Encourages client to get out of house when possible. We highly recommend Jim.

- Care member

Claire S.

5.0

A true professional. Claire's communication skills and patience are my two favorite qualities that she possesses. She is always on top of her duties despite our family's ever-changing schedules. My mom is so happy when Claire is around to do crafts, play the ukulele, or just sit & chat. My mother is...

- Rebecca S.

Caleigh S.

5.0

If I could clone Caleigh I would. She's a find. Very organized responsible and hardworking. A great cook too!

- Care member

Marian H.

5.0

Becky was (is!) fantastic. She has helped with my mom for the past six years. My mom is in assisted living. The only reason she isn't working with us right now is because of Covid-19. Becky is thoughtful, smart, kind and often went WAY OUT OF HER WAY to accommodate my mom's needs. She is also a very...

- Kimberly B.

Ian M.

5.0

Ian helped my mother today and she is going on and on about how wonderful he is. He rearranged his schedule to help out earlier and went above and beyond in every way. We initially asked him to simply drive my mom to visit my father in the ICU, but he ended up running her all over town and running...

- Blaklee H.

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Ratings for Portland, OR special needs adult care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Portland, OR are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews of the 210 listed special needs adult care.