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Special needs adult care in Prospect Park, PA

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Katie M.


Philadelphia, PA

$40-50/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am not taking new clients at this time and will update my availability as new openings are available. Registered Occupational Therapist I have experience caring for individuals from 3 months to 80+ years old, including children/adolescents with developmental disabilities, adults/elderly with physical, developmental, and...
5.0
"Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative communication device. Katie handled the physical requirements of the role extremely well, which included feeding,...

Chris H.

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Greta R.


Bala Cynwyd, PA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Evening And Weekend Care Giving

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a special education teacher who has worked with children preschool to 12th grade with various needs including emotional support. As an individual and family, I have been on the care team for friends and family with medical conditions.
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Angelica K.


Darby, PA

$33/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant: Available Weekends Only: Every Sat & Every Other Sun

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Currently working with Autistic teenager with tuberous sclerosis have been his aide for 3 yrs and am seeking weekend work on my days off
5.0
"She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem"

Karen G.

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Lvonne M.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am a mother of two children. My oldest child was born at 28 weeks and so my journey began with being an advocate for my son and his health care needs. I later became a Service Coodinator in Early Intervention and than a Special Instructor/Special Education Teacher for Birth to 5 years old. I am taking a leave of absence from...
5.0
"Lvonne watched my son for an entire weekend so I could go on a mini vacation that was long overdue. She kept me updated on my son, made sure he took his medication and always checked in with pics and videos. I would highly recommend anyone using her to babysit...

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Melanie P.


Garnet Valley, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Part Time Caregiver/Driver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Melanie. I live in Garnet Valley and I am a college-educated, semi-retired educator with years of experience caring and driving for children, teens, and adults. I enjoy working with people and providing individualized services for day-to-day living. I provide quality childcare, safe transportation, meal prep (can...
5.0
"Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!"

Carolyn S.

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Mary F.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver for Infants and Toddlers

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a licensed nurse, looking for a change of pace. My career in nursing has provided me with 25 years of experience, caring for people in an acute care setting, as well as in their homes. Additionally, I have been fortunate to have had the pleasure of working in a facility for children with special needs. The children that...
5.0
"We have known Mary for over two years and she has always gone above and beyond our expectations with the level of care she provides for our children. She is dedicated, hard working, and devoted to our family. She creates a safe and loving environment that allows us...

Mark S.

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Andrea D.


Haverford, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...
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"Andrea cared for my 83 year old dad after my mother was unable to care for him. Dad had dementia and a prosthetic for his voice box, as a result of Throat cancer. Andrea was patient, kind, skilled and connected with dad by relating to his interests. My dad passed...

Ayanna H.

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Angelica K.


Darby, PA

$8-13/hr10 yrs exp

Hi I Have 10 Yrs Plus Working With Special Needs, Elderly And Special Needs Individuals.

I have 10yrs experience working with elderly, special needs individuals and have a passion for helping and serving families to help and support the needs of their loved ones.
Angelica can also help with: Errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, transportation & more
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Samantha C.


Media, PA

$21-30/hr1 yrs exp

New to senior care but not new to caring. I've cared for infants to children of all ages as well as special needs adults who need full care. I'm compassionate, caring and very patient. I love helping people by giving them the care and decency we all deserve.
Samantha can also help with: Transportation, respite care, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
My youngest brother is autistic, so I've had experience with the ASD population for over 10 years. I am currently a student at Saint Joseph's University where I study Clinical Psychology and Autism/Behavior. At school, I work at the Kinney Center for Autism Support where I have had experiences with people ranging from 5 to 30...
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Erica O.


Philadelphia, PA

$23-25/hr2 yrs exp

Where Passion Meets Purpose

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Although I have worked with adolescents (ages 3-17) for the past 7 years on the academic side, I have gathered about 2 years of experience working with adolescents that have special needs. During this time, I broaden my skill set by working with children in a variety of settings. Such work include providing ABA therapy services...
Hello, my name is Julie. I am a clinical psychologist seeking part time caregiving opportunities. I have been caregiving for more than 10 years and have extensive experience with children of various ages as well as adults. I have also provided care for adults with special needs for 3 years, both professionally and personally. I...
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia & more
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Bettina B.


Drexel Hill, PA

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Happy And Caring Special Education Teacher/Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Bettina I am a Special Education Teacher Major in Teaching Intellectually Challenged students. I have 5 years working experience. I have worked with children and young adults with Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impaired, Verbally Impaired, Fragile X, and many more. I have work experience in residential...
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Kelly J.


Upper Darby, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available Part-Time

I have a Master's in Special Education. I have worked with students with learning differences, Down Syndrome, and ASD. I believe that all children deserve to be understood and provided with excellent care.
I have 2 years of experience as a paraprofessional, working one on one with a student with special needs. I was also a childcare provider for a young boy who was nonverbal with Autism.
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Shontel S.


Darby, PA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

"With 10 years of experience as a dedicated nanny, I specialize in providing compassionate care for infants, including those with special needs. I am CPR & First Aid certified and trained to handle various developmental and medical needs with patience and expertise. My services include feeding, diapering, sensory play, soothing...
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Halie O.


Bala Cynwyd, PA

$17-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Halie! I currently work for Neshaminy School District! I am searching for full time Monday-Sunday from anytime you need! I am a Registered Behavioral Therapist for autistic children as well as children with disabilities. I have worked in a daycare center with 2 dozen children and have been babysitting since I...
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Lisa M.


Morton, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I am available to help you with special needs care. I have experience with learning disabilities and physical limitations. Please let me know if you would like to meet and talk more. Thank you Lisa
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Sarethia F.


Brookhaven, PA

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Last Time Caregivers Available

Experienced in completely Activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living. Degree in behavior counseling. Past work experience working with individually with intellectual disabilities and on the spectrum and medical disabilities.
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Suzanne M.


Garnet Valley, PA

$38/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs

I am PA Registered Nurse who took care of an advanced dementia patient in 2017 for 6 months. Recently cared for 94-year-old patient with dementia for 5 years. I've handled all medications, doctors appointments, food shopping/errands, and gone for many enjoyable car rides as well. I enjoy taking care of the elderly and it is my...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Prospect Park, PA

Katie M.

5.0

Katie worked with us for a year providing personal care assistance to our son who has Cerebral Palsy, and who uses a power wheelchair and augmentative communication device. Katie handled the physical requirements of the role extremely well, which included feeding, toileting, dressing, etc. Just as...

- Chris H.

Angelica K.

5.0

She is awesome and such a caring person!!! I am so grateful to have her. She is a gem

- Karen G.

Lvonne M.

5.0

Lvonne watched my son for an entire weekend so I could go on a mini vacation that was long overdue. She kept me updated on my son, made sure he took his medication and always checked in with pics and videos. I would highly recommend anyone using her to babysit their child. Also my son has autism so...

- Care member

Melanie P.

5.0

Melanie is excellent with people who have special needs. She drove our son who has Down Syndrome and they developed a great relationship!

- Carolyn S.

Mary F.

5.0

We have known Mary for over two years and she has always gone above and beyond our expectations with the level of care she provides for our children. She is dedicated, hard working, and devoted to our family. She creates a safe and loving environment that allows us to leave the home every day...

- Mark S.

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