Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in Ridgewood, NY

$18-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs

Dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professional with 7 years of experience providing high-quality care and support to individuals with diverse needs. Proven ability to foster positive relationships, promote independence, and enhance quality of life through tailored support strategies. Skilled in effective communication,...

Gabby F.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with people with differing needs for over 10 years in schools, homes, and community centers.

Megan M.

$19-24/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I have 4 years of teaching students with special needs. I am a full time special education teacher. I have worked with students on the autism spectrum aged 5-11.

Minerva L.

$20-30/hr

Minerva

Tengo un poco de experiencia en esos caso pero el problema es que no hablo el inglés sólo español.

Jasper K.

$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have spent time as an Assistant Creative Arts Therapist at Heartsong where I worked with a youth special needs population in an educational and therapeutic setting. In this environment I built trust with group members while familiarizing myself with a holistic approach to personal growth and self empowerment. I succeeded in...

Lindsay L.

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Nanny

I am currently a preschool teacher, but will soon be going to graduate school for special education. I started volunteering in the special education classrooms in my high school. I fell in love with it! I volunteered at Misericordia, a special needs residential home, interned at several special needs schools, and worked at a...

Brittany D.

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am a 32 yr old female ; attending college majoring in Health Sciences and also working full time : I am currently and insurance agent and I sometimes work as a Direct Support Professional working with developmentally disabled individuals on my days off ! I used to also a be caretaker for children on the weekend and one time...

Brittany can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation

Susan R.

$17-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Susan LPN

I'm a retired nurse worked as a nurse for over 30 years . I worked at Brooklyn Developmental Center from may 2001 till March 2015 . it's a mental health and physical disability facility I was the charge nurse administered all kinds of medications worked with the doctor on charge of tge floor supervision of direct care staff...

Susan can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning

Skills:

Licensed Nurse

William C.

$28-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

I've been working with disabled students for three years as a social skills instructor- meaning I teach and reinforce appropriate social behaviors, such as sitting in chairs while we do fun activities, encouraging communication in words or appropriate alternatives, and preventing self harming behaviors.

Shareeda R.

South Ozone Park, NY

$17-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Cna/Companion Care Available

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy working and helping the elderly. I worked with all different kinds of patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mentally Disable, M. S, Diabetes, Cancer, Stroke, and special needs. I did medication reminders, preparing meals, bathing, dressing, feeding, cooking, laundry, doctors appointments, outdoor activities, and...

Shareeda can also help with: Dementia

Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"Shreeda is caring,hardworking and great at any thing she does,I have known her a very long time ! She is very dependable and trustworthy! Whatever position she is hired for she will do her very best,"

Gloria R.

Danielle I.

Elmont, NY

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver/House Manager

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very compassionate, caring, reliable and trustworthy person. The uniqueness about myself is I have friends of ALL AGES and very easy to get along with!! I realized for myself after caring for individuals and families, it takes a certain kind of personality and patience to do this work. I first got into this field by...

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

Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0

"We have worked and are still working with Danielle going on 2+ years. She has become part of our family. She is able to handle shopping, errand running, appointments, and daily care for my parents, home and pets! She is skilled in assisted movements, and offers...

Kristen D.

Leandro M.

$20-30/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver Available

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 50-year-old immigrant from Argentina, a musician by trade. I have been naturalized in the US since 2003. I have been married for 23 years and have two teenage sons. I have been a stay-at-home dad, caring for my children for over a decade. I am currently finishing my graduate studies and training as a mental health...

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"Leandro worked for my 51 year old son as personal assistant and caregiver for 3 months, He was kind, attentive and dependable. Leandro was always ready to assist my son and our family in anyway we requested. He also assisted my son in performing his physical...

Robert P.

Nino M.

$30-41/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, my name is Nina. I , lost my job in February 2023 and now I looking for a new one I'm a certified Home Health Aid with experience of over 15 years I love my job , I love taking care of people who need my help. My experience with my clients include: Dementia, Stroke, Macular degeneration, Diabetes, Hospice patient,...

Nino can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, dementia & more

5.0

"She is very honest and caring person. I would 100% recommend her for the job. Nino goes above and Beyond For the person she takes care of."

Mike M.

Ia B.

$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

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My name is Ia and I am looking for a Caregiver job position. I have a huge experience in that field. I believe I am a valuable team member and my experience will be very productive to you guys.

Tyler C.

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun 24 Year Old Male

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! My name is Tyler, and for years I have cared for a variety of beautiful individuals all across the spectrum. Growing up with Aspergers, I did not experience the mentorship and support that I needed to thrive. My struggle helped me to develop and resource what I now offer to others: deep, kind, and holistic...

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"Tyler has been an amazing addition to my rental in every regard. I have a son his age on the spectrum, so started Tyler hoping for a good fit in the household and with the business. Well, we have been beyond impressed. He treats every guest with such kindness and...

Rah B.

Brittany T.

New York, NY

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...

5.0

"Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated,...

Lavinia M.

Pabitri K.

Queens Village, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced HHA/CAREGIVER

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 30 years of experience dealing with all types of cases such as Bedridden, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Dementia, Colostomy and Catheter Care as well as cognitive disabilities etc. I'm very trustworthy, responsible, patient, loving and compassionate. I can work superbly independently on my own! I perform ADL including oral and...

Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0

"Pabitri took care of my dad for over 5 years after he became sick. She's very loving responsible and trustworthy and I had nothing to be worried about while I was working. She gave my DAD a daily SMILE everyday despite his aches and pains until he passed!"

Maya N.

Bellie T.

Elmhurst, NY

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Your All-around Big Guy

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Aside from my bachelors degree in nursing, I am a compassionate, loving & a caring person. I rejoice in every opportunity available to provide care for patients needing assistance. My sturdy built is likewise a plus for special needs in transporting immobile patients. Can easily perform duties like wheelchair mobilization &...

5.0

"Billie has been terrific taking care of my husband who has had a head injury. He is very thorough and respectful. He is also excellent with our entire family."

Sara S.

Jennifer E.

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

FULL TIME LIVE IN/LIVE OUT SENIOR CARE GIVER

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked for over 22 years as a caregiver. I am HHA and CPR certified. My last assignment was for over nine and a half years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am...

Jennifer can also help with: Companionship, respite care, specialized care, hospice services, personal care, dementia & more

Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0

"Jennifer is a really caring and nice people person. She goes above and beyond for all those she cares for."

Kalima M.

Natia N.

$35/hr • 9 yrs exp

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