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Find special needs adult care in Poughkeepsie, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Poughkeepsie, NY

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 6 years

Special needs adult care in Poughkeepsie, NY

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Suzette H.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$18-23/hr

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I'm have worked with children with disabilities for 20 years . Since a child I have been highly passionate for seniors and children with disabilities. I try my best to carry out each patient needs and always consider the family needs and wants also. As I continue my journey in this field my goal is to always be compassionate and...
I have worked with children and adults that have disabilities for over 18 years. It has become my passion. I feel you have to have an extreme amount of patience and a special kind of heart to work with someone who fully depends on you for assistance with completing daily tasks. I always go above and beyond to make sure the...
I've work with all ages from infants to senor care. Bilingual in Spanish. Compassionate caregiver providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including meal preparation and personal care.
Whitneyfer can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, meal prep
My name is Corrine. I have 17 years experience in the health care field. I enjoy making a difference in the lives of people that have a hard time and are unable to complete living skills on their own. I have been a Senior caregiver and also have supported people with developmental disabilities for over 19 years.
Corrine can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Amaia C.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$19-26/hr2 yrs exp

Senior caregiver

My name is Amaia, and I am an experienced Direct Support Professional with a skills in working with intellectually disabled individuals. Over the years, I have developed an understanding of the needs and challenges faced by those in need and I am dedicated to providing effective support to enhance their quality of life. In...
Amaia can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Hey everyone! I am a 23-year-old honor roll college graduate. I enjoy working with others for a living; no matter the age, if a person needs aide I am willing to provide it. I am very friendly, caring, sociable, and dependable. I am willing to give my all to ensure everyone is given the best care when in my presence. I have...
Sameea can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

CPR

I have worked for NYS Taconic ddso for roughly 5 years consecutively. I am first aide & CPR certified. Comfortable around children/ adults of any age range or disability as I have a son of my own and deal with a vas range of intellectual disabilities in my job.
Aaliyah can also help with: Specialized care, personal care, mobility assistance, dementia
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CPR

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Glenn S.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time Professional Caregiver- Caregiver For Individuals (ages 50-78) In Private Home Settings.

I have been a caregiver for individuals in need of personal care, since 2014 (ages 50-78). Not only have I cared for individuals with physical disabilities, but also individuals with mental disabilities as well.
Glenn can also help with: Personal care
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Home Health Aide

Hi Families! I'm Tracey a 22-year-old college graduate. I just graduated in may WooHoo! Majored in Biology and Psychology! Over the years I've had experience in many different fields ranging from working with mentality disabled children to also becoming a certified CNA! I worked at a nursing home for the summer then went on and...
Tracey can also help with: Companionship, respite care, mobility assistance, dementia, personal care, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Briana B.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$16-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced ASD Caregiver

I like caring for people with special needs because I understand them. I am also passionate about advocating and caring for people with specials needs who are unable to care or advocate for themselves. In my spare time, I like to build legos and watch college basketball My skills include advocacy, autonomy and dedication.

Tasha D.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I enjoy caring for coaching and socializing with special needs children on how to improve and enjoy their day to day living.

Tasha D.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$15-20/hr

Senior Care Worker

Although I do not have a degree or experience working with seniors but I do have experience working with the developmentally and mentally disabled. I can provide companionship, friendship, assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, meal prep, dressing ones self, going to the bathroom, taking prescribed meds if...
Tasha can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, dementia, home modification

Tremaine T.


Poughkeepsie, NY

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified and Compassionate PCA

I am a well trained compassionate caregiver available to care for your loved ones. I am PCA Certified, I have experience working with the elderly, young adults and children ages 5-15. I have worked with individuals, with Alzheimer's, dementia, strokes, seizures, autism and other developmental disabilities. -I have my own...
Tremaine can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Ryan H.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Professional & Special Needs Educator

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an energetic and compassionate professional with 11 years of both behavioral and ABA experience working with a wide range of developmental disabilities in various public and private care settings. 7 of those years I spent working at Anderson Center for Autism assisting individuals with Autism, ED, BD, Downs, and several...
5.0
"If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself...

Kyra S.

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Georgia B.


Wappingers Falls, NY

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

I Have Over 18yrs Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

HHA certified CNA certified CPR/First Aid trained. 15+yrs of experience In medical facilities &private homes. Experienced in hospice care, Alzheimer's, dementia, wound care, disabled, ALS. catheter care(straight line&foley) strokes&Parkinson's. Meds management/meal prep. special diets, low sodium, diabetics diet &kosher...
Georgia can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Georgia cares for my mother who has mobility issues and dementia. Mom has made more progress physically in 3 weeks at home under Georgias care than she did for MONTHS in a nursing home rehab program. She is attentive and caring. My mother loves spending time with...

Leah H.

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Joycelyn N.


Highland, NY

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked primarily with children and teens with mental health disorders. I also have experience babysitting children and teens with Sensory Processing Disorder and Aspergers and have worked with many children on the Autism spectrum. I really love working with kids and it is very rewarding to see what they are able to...
5.0
"Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for...

Abiola G.

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Shontelle D.


Staatsburg, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there Compassionate, reliable, dedicated CHHA with over 18 years of experience, nursing home and private home care. Exceptional care and support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses, and other health related challenges. Experience in Alzheimer's, dementia, cancer, COPD, end of life hospice care....
Shontelle can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Shontelle who I found to be a wonderful, caring, compassionate, skilled, sensitive, insightful and capable HHA to our elderly client. I personally hired Shontelle as part of our Homecare Team, at a point where our...

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Kathleen M.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Professional For Your Loved One

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am a qualified and certified PCA. I have over 10 years with the elderly and disabled. I provide hands on care in a happy and loving manner to my patients. I have extensive experience dealing with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer care, the blind, the sick and various forms of physical limitations or disabilities. I...
Kathleen can also help with: Personal care, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Katie is an Angel and we got her at just the right time. Dependable, Honest. Anyone who employs her would be very Blessed!"

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Jennifer M.


Pleasant Valley, NY

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced & Loving Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Responsible and loving caregiver with over 7 yrs experience in private home care. Proficient in providing exceptional in-home support to patients with a wide range of disabilities, illnesses, and other health related challenges. Experience in alzheimers, dementia, COPD, cancer, hospice care, falls, etc.. I am comfortable and...
Jennifer can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Wonderful caring person. Took (and takes) great care of my Mother! Also a wealth of information with elder care."

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Poughkeepsie, NY

Ryan H.

5.0

If you have a child with autism, Ryan is your person! He has been life-changing in helping my child with severe ASD navigate and thrive in his community. My child is extremely high-energy and active and Ryan has handled him with ease. Ryan is very active himself and plans great day trips for them -...

- Kyra S.

Georgia B.

5.0

Georgia is caring for my elderly mother who struggles with mobility and dementia. She is extremely patient and attentive, and my mother truly enjoys spending time with her. Even better, my mother has made more progress with her physical abilities in the last 3 weeks in Georgia’s care than she did in...

- Care member

Joycelyn N.

5.0

Joycelyn is amazing. She is so good with my son! She listens and respects all the needs for my son and she goes above and beyond for our family. She is like a second mother to my son when I am away. I am so glad we found her. She would find different activities for my son like going to the library...

- Abiola G.

Shontelle D.

5.0

I wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend Shontelle who I found to be a wonderful, caring, compassionate, skilled, sensitive, insightful and capable HHA to our elderly client. I personally hired Shontelle as part of our Homecare Team, at a point where our client required a high level of...

- Care member

Kathleen M.

5.0

Katie is an Angel and we got her at just the right time. Dependable, Honest. Anyone who employs her would be very Blessed!

- Care member

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Ratings for Poughkeepsie, NY special needs adult care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Poughkeepsie, NY are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care.