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: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation

Susan R.

$16-21/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: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep

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

$10-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Cna/Companion Care Available

5.0

(5)

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:

Home Health Aide

Licensed Nurse

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.

Mary A.

$27/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care Provider Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Responsible for daily care of adults including dressing, and feeding. Charted daily progress and special need.

Mary can also help with: Errands, meal prep, live-in home care, personal care, light cleaning

Skills:

CNA

Leandro M.

$20-30/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver Available

5.0

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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...

5.0

"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, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, home modification & 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

(1)

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

5.0

(1)

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...

5.0

"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

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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.

Maria Z.

Bronx, NY

$35-45/hr • 8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a huge passion for caring for others, especially the elderly. I worked for a company called AHRC, where I took care of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have also cared for my father after he had a stroke in 2003. Not only did it restrict his independence but his condition Diminished his...

Maria can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning

5.0

"Maria is without a doubt a five star provider! She takes charge and jumps right in to every task our senior mom asks of her and is able to handle multiple tasks. Maria has a proactive work ethic, is assertive and at the same time genuine, kind and nurturing. She...

Valerie G.

Tynetha A.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nurse Aide ( Covid Vaccinated ) Seeking Full Time / Part Time Work

4.8

(5)

Have 15years of experience in working with the elderly and disable I have worked in nursing homes Assisted Living centers Hospice care and homes I have very good reference from my private clients My expertise and professionalism are Working with clients with dementia diabetes Parkinson's Alzheimer's ALS stroke and cancer I'm...

Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"Tynetha is Caring, hard working, and dedicated to her. She makes her patients feel comfortable"

Radisha B.

Pabitri K.

Queens Village, NY

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced HHA/CAREGIVER

5.0

(2)

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 was a life saver. When a dear family friend suddenly needed care, Pabitri was the answer to our prayers. She is reliable, hardworking and has a heart of gold. Her sense of humor made our friend's last year of life enjoyable. In addition to cooking, laundry,...

Pat H.

Daisy I.

Woodhaven, NY

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

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