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Find special needs adult care in Santa Cruz, CA that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Santa Cruz, CA

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 3 years

Special needs adult care in Santa Cruz, CA

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Tori P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-35/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-Time Experienced Caregiver Available

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Hey there, and thanks for reading my bio! My name is Victoria (Tori) and I am available for part-time or full-time work as a caregiver/PCA. Here are some quick facts about me as a caregiver: - BA in Developmental and Counseling Psychology from Emmanuel College; graduated magna cum laude (2018) - CNA license in the state of MA...
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"Tori worked full-time for over a year with our young adult daughter who uses a wheelchair and has some learning challenges. She is compassionate, dependable and motivated and is a dedicated, committed caregiver. I recommend her highly!"

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Kyndall A.


Santa Cruz, CA

$24-35/hr10 yrs exp

Board Certified Behavior Analysis

I am currently a board certified Behavior analysis and have been for the last 10 years. I've worked both in private settings in-home clinic based and within the community. I've also had experience working with the school systems and group home care. I worked with children as young as 18 months up to adults at the age of 35 with...
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Eve M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$45-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Eve M. Originally from Estonia, lived in NY 20 years and now 6 years in CA. I have 20+ years experience with children age newborn to 7 years old, some of them with food allergies, autism and speech delay. The first years in children life is very important for the future and love to help them with development...
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Zoey H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Young College Student Passionate In Providing Care

Hi my name is Zoey. I started working for people with disabilities at Camp Harmon in the Santa Cruz mountains. From there, I was employed as a live in nanny in California and London for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I currently work for Cedars of Marin as a support care aid and am trained to handle personal and...
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Tenaya S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver

I am occupational therapy student in the masters program at San Jose State. I LOVE working with children and adults. I have volunteer experience working with children in a pediatric clinic setting and lots of experience working with children in summer camp and educational contexts. I am especially passionate about supporting...
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Aubrey P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

School Psychologist + Yoga Teacher Who Loves Working With Children!

Hello! I hope you are finding grace, and joy, for you and your little in this new school year :) I want to be in service and offer my experience + passion for supporting well-being for young people, and their families. This is a time when more compassion and less expectation are so important as children + families and students +...
Hello, I believe intreating people the way I want to be treated. I have worked in environments of special need children and adults. I am caring and a gentle person with a positive attitude. I enjoy all walks of people and would love to help with someone who has special needs.
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Emma W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-32/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Behavior Tech

Hi there! I'm Emma, and I have both personal and professional experience caring for people with disabilities. My brother is on the autism spectrum and is non verbal, and I spent my life caring for him via bathing, grooming, cooking, and cleaning. More recently, I have been working as a Behavior Tech in a SPED classroom, working...
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Rachel F.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-40/hr5 yrs exp

Caretaker: OT Student

Growing up in a preschool, I learned to appreciate caretaking for children with a variety of neurodivergence and physical abilities from a young age. As an adult I've gained my experience through studying Psychology, working as an ABA, joining the Peace Corps Morocco as a Youth Development Specialist, doing public health for 4...
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Yolanda G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Bilingual Senior Care Giver

Hello, I have been a care taker for years now. I started out by taking care of my parents. Then the jobs just kept coming to me. I'd describe my personality as super positive, happy, helpful I enjoy taking care of seniors because I like to make a difference in each of their days. Try to accommodate to their individuals needs...
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Emily H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Special Educator- Need Summer Help?

Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with individuals with special needs. I'm a tutor for students with mild disabilities and a substitute teacher for students 18-22 with moderate/severe disabilities. I'm earning my teaching credential through CSUMB and I'm also employed by the Santa Cruz County Office of Education. I have...
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Elena P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Part Time

My name is Thess, I am responsible , loving person and I am passionate about everything I do and I love children, I believed that children deserve love and dignity and should care for a though they are your own family.
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Marlene D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Behavioral Specialist

I have been a Behavioral Specialist for 3 years now going on 4. I absolutely love my job working with kids is my passion. I'm pursuing my ABA journey by continuing school. I'd be so excited to help your family out!
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Shara M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Kind Gentle Joyful Aide With 30 Yrs Experience

Hello, my name is Shara. Caring for individuals with unique abilities has been my passion since I was a teenager. I began by coaching Special Olympics track, swimming, and basketball, and I quickly fell in love with this amazing community. Over the years, I've worked in a variety of environments offering support and...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have a years' worth of experience working with autistic, epileptic, and physically handicapped individuals. I am currently enrolled through In-Home Support Services (IHSS) and have been providing assistance and also implementing personal life skills to those people, ranging from how to navigate working on a personal...
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Holley Q.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Adult Who Loves Learning And Giving In Special Circumstances

I'm a patient caregiver who loves encouraging others in challenging circumstances. Understanding and patience is essential in helping people live their best lives, that being the ultimate goal.
I have been a nanny and a babysitter on off my whole life. It was my go to side job growing up, and still now into my adulthood. I am 25, and just completed my certification in nurse assisting (CNA). I am extremely compassionate, and care deeply about people. My favorite job which I still miss is being a service coordinator....
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Howard B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$17-27/hr10 yrs exp

I'm honest, compassionate, thorough, organized, project oriented, with a good sense of humor. 10 years experience in home care with disabled client. Driver, shopper, mentor & meal prep, light housekeeping, and handyman. I have been studying diet and health my whole life. I am an avid reader, nature walker, and golfer in my...
Howard can also help with: Errands, home modification, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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Julie M.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

I have experience caring for seniors with dementia and Alzheimer's, as well as adults with developmental disabilities, or physical/mental restrictions which require extra help. I have experience with ADL's (activities of daily living), meal preparation, cleaning, medication reminders, etc. I worked at an assisted living company...
Julie can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, personal care & more
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Dulce G.


Santa Cruz, CA

$28-35/hr1 yrs exp

I am a bilingual CNA caregiver with over a year of experience working with patients with dementia, and various physical disabilities. My experience consists of providing assistance with personal care, housing keeping, meal preparation, and transportation to medical appointments. I can assist with oral hygiene, bathing,...
Dulce can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
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