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60 special needs adult care are listed in Shirley, MA

The average posted rate is $27/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 10 years

Special needs adult care in Shirley, MA

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available Part-Time

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
Kelley can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, visiting nurse, respite care
5.0
"Kelley took care of my brother who has Muscular Dystrophy. He needed care on all levels from showering, shaving to g-tube, ventilator and stoma care. Kelley did all of this and still had time to neaten up the house. Though Kelley and my brother are from completely...

Evan W.

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Kelley H.


Shirley, MA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/RN Available

I graduated nursing school in 1998 and have always worked in home care even prior to graduation as a home health aide. When I became a registered nurse I worked on a medical surgical unit for 3 years. After being understaffed, I knew I needed a change and turned to what I loved, assisting individuals in their home. I worked as a...
5.0
"Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the...

Jonathan H.

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Heike G.


Groton, MA

$22-30/hr

Reliable Caring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies. During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of...

Adriana G.

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Marcia D.


Leominster, MA

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

I have more than 12 years of experience. I homeschooled my three sons through high school until they started college. After that, I worked with a very special boy for almost 2 years that was when I discovered my passion for special needs kids. I have good references and I'm vaccinated.
5.0
"Marsha was great with our 1yo, very loving and took her on trips outside of the house to visit the library, playgrounds, etc. I would not hesitate to hire her again!"

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Joni A.


Boxborough, MA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, PCA, Care For Disabled, Elderly, Children, Pets, House Sitting. Companion Care.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced PCA, with experience in all the above profile titles. I have experience with disabled clients, as well as care experience for clients with Alzheimer's/Dementia, and elderly clients. If you have house sitting needs, I will gladly assist you! If you simply need a companion for your aging mom or dad or any other...
Joni can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, transportation, personal care & more
5.0
"We hired Joni to help with caring for my mother who has several medical issues. Joni was absolutely wonderful. Joni assisted with mobility issues, meals, dressing, light housekeeping and positive companionship. Joni was always on-time and never missed a scheduled...

Jen M.

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Eliana T.


Lancaster, MA

$35-45/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a Certified Nurse Assistant with excellent patient care and charting skills. Professional, compassionate, reliable and experienced professional CNA with years of working closely with patients to provide the best personal care. Provide care for seniors and disable, assisting them with activities of daily living (preparing...
Eliana can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, dementia, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Eliana is an excellent communicator and often sends me a daily update and reports every concern. She's also flexible and steps in whenever possible when I need additional hours."

Kathryn M.

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Kiley G.


Leominster, MA

$17-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider - ASD, DS, Non-Verbal Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I find care for those with special needs to be incredibly fulfilling. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding center on and off for many years. That experience gave me opportunities to work with a variety of special needs individuals from all age groups. My special needs care began with care for my 50-year-old great aunt with DS....
5.0
"Kiley is compassionate, responsible, knowledgeable and reliable. She is hard-working and is an excellent caregiver."

Jillian A.

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Amber C.


Leominster, MA

$23-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years, spending time intermittently as a part time mentor. My kid brother is autistic and schizoaffective bipolar, so I've spent my life in the company of those with a range of special needs and abilities. The best aspect of personal and professional roles has...
Hello! I have a 9-year-old son who has autism and am looking for a opportunity I would enjoy while he is at school. I was a stay at home mom with him until a few yrs ago and then began working with seniors w physical and mental disabilities in an assisted living home. Robin
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Amber C.


Leominster, MA

$24-34/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Patient Aide

Hello, my name is Amber and I worked as an aide in healthcare for 10 years. I'm very grateful for the time I've spent being a caregiver and am now a mum to a happy little girl that was born in January of this year. My time in healthcare was spent primarily in long term settings; nursing homes with memory care units and group...
Amber can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, meal prep, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

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Marina B.


Fitchburg, MA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Enthusiastic, Caring And Patient.

I am licensed mental health counselor and I have worked in the field for 10 years. I find joy in being with and getting to know people both children and adults. Through my education and work experience, I have learned about the specific needs of different groups of people. I have learned techniques for teaching skills so that...
Hi I'm Jaffrey, nice to meet you! I have cared my whole life for my older brother Mathias who has Down syndrome. I have always loved and cared for him and his friends with special needs. My senior year in high school I decided to get a job at Western Dupage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) in Illinois where I am from. I...
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Eileen G.


Fitchburg, MA

$18-19/hr8 yrs exp

I have 8 years experience in Senior care. In addition to companionship, meal prep, personal care and light housekeeping, I am willing to help with medication management and an occasional appointment/errand. I am good with pets. I'm caring, compassionate, competent and reliable and flexible. I try to take care of your family...
Eileen can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care, hospice services & more
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Callie S.


Lunenburg, MA

$23-35/hr3 yrs exp

Energetic 24-year-old With A Degree In Speech Pathology & Audiology

Hi there! My name is Callie and I am 24 years old. I graduated from Worcester state in 2019 with a bachelors degree in speech pathology and audiology. I worked as an ABA therapist for 3 years working with individuals ages 2-21. I have 9+ years of experience working with children. I nannied all through high school and college. I...
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Erin G.


Leominster, MA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Patient And Fun

I am changing careers after 20 years with Special Needs children. Go getter who recently got her Home health aide certificate. Would love to stay in homes without going through agencies with terrible reviews. I love personal care, I am empathetic, mom of a active boy, I stay positive and really enjoy helping others
Erin can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, respite care, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I've cared for people most my life; my gram, mom when sick, and elderly woman who was the mom of a teacher I worked with. I'm reliable, caring, hardworking. If your loved one needs someone who will care for them, clean for them, cook, and be a friend I can do that.
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Rachel L.


Leominster, MA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced PCA

I have worked as a PCA and medical assistant with individuals with special needs for six years. I have worked in private care nursing homes and group homes and have seen a wide variety of diagnosis.
I'm a nursing student ready to assist you with activities of daily life and make sure each part of the job is done with love and care
Hello, my name is Jasmine Dobson. I am currently working as an ABT Therapist, in pursuit of BT certification. I have been working directly with children on the Autism Spectrum since August 2021. I come equipped with the knowledge and understanding required to assist your children with being their best authentic self. I look...
Anna C, Lunenburg Ma Hi! I am 18 years old, and just graduated from lunenburg high this year! I am attending college in the fall of 2019 in hopes of becoming a special education teacher. I am super energetic, smiley and very outgoing! I love taking care of kids and taking them out exploring and just overall having a good time...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Shirley, MA

Kelley H.

5.0

I hired Kelley last year when my 95 year old grandfather came to visit for a few weeks. Kelley was excellent. She helped bath him, put lotion on him, she gave him light massage, and took him for walks. She additionally helped change a bandage he had. She was very kind which put my grandfather at...

- Claudia S.

Kelley H.

5.0

Kelley has been my home health nurse over 3 years and has proven to be a reliable, hardworking and compassionate worker. Aside from her medical duties as a nurse she is responsible for cleaning and organizing my household. One of the qualities that I value the most is her pleasant disposition. She...

- Jonathan H.

Heike G.

5.0

I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of projects with her kids, like making...

- Adriana G.

Marcia D.

5.0

Marsha was great with our 1yo, very loving and took her on trips outside of the house to visit the library, playgrounds, etc. I would not hesitate to hire her again!

- Care member

Joni A.

5.0

We hired Joni to help with caring for my mother who has several medical issues. Joni was absolutely wonderful. Joni assisted with mobility issues, meals, dressing, light housekeeping and positive companionship. Joni was always on-time and never missed a scheduled visit. In addition, Joni provided...

- Jen M.

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