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Find special needs adult care in Smithtown, NY that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Smithtown, NY

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 5 years

Special needs adult care in Smithtown, NY

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David L.


Smithtown, NY

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(5)

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am David. I've worked with autistic kids and young adults at DDI for 2 years in the past. I've also worked with pediatric cancer patients for over 15 years and served as camp director for pediatric cancer patients and siblings. I am a NYS EMT, volunteer firefighter, retired police officer but chef by trade. I have...
5.0
"If I could add more stars, I certainly would. I had mentioned to David that it's sometimes difficult to find my apartment. I learned that he actually made a trial run the day before we met! That's dedication, and exemplifies how much he puts his heart and soul...

Barbara P.

I'm 19 years old and a nursing student at County Community College. I am currently an LPN and going back to college for my RN. In September, I'm going back to college and all my classes are in the morning so my availability will change. I am available M-F all day. I have many years of experience with babysitting children from 6...
Vincenza can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Cheri M.


Smithtown, NY

$30-40/hr6 yrs exp

Let Me Care For You or Your Family Member

I have been doing home care for over six years now. I have had multiple patients but five were more than short term. I have experience with brain trauma, Alzheimer's, dementia, and complete care patients. I have worked on cases with multiple aides as well as multiple nurses. I don't believe there is a patient who I am not...
I have worked with all ages and all different types of disabilities. I have been apart of clubs, worked at camps and other experiences. I have family members with disabilities, so I understand the need for proper care.
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Diane F.


Smithtown, NY

$20-25/hr

Part -time Senior Caregiver/run Errands/

Experienced senior caregiver I am a mature caring, compassionate adult who has helped my disabled dad as well as others for 5 years I am willing to run errands - check in - light cooking - pick up food - perscriptions ect. I am a responsible, dependable adult who would like to help others in need.
Diane can also help with: Personal care, dementia
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Rosaria Maria G.


Smithtown, NY

$22/hr9 yrs exp

Caretaker

Hello... I am an experienced caretaker. I have worked with a wide variety of ages. I enjoy my work and find it to be very rewarding. I have also worked with disabled young adults. I enjoy cooking and am able to accommodate any special diet needs. I will shop, run errands and take care of any light housekeeping, if needed. If you...
Rosaria Maria can also help with: Live-in home care
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Jeanine R.


Smithtown, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter Available With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently a paraprofessional working with children with autism. I have experience babysitting children from birth on. My availability is weekdays after 3 as well as weekends and school vacations. I am hardworking and caring person who has a passion for working with and caring for kids.
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Jennifer C.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ive had about a year or 2 of caring for seniors and also children with special needs. I love helping people and I enjoy being part of ones life in need. I'm responsible and a compassionate person.
Jennifer can also help with: Visiting physician, hospice services, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her. "

Emil R.

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Mayreni H.


Bay Shore, NY

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Spanish Speaking Nursing Assistant Looking To Care For Your Loved One.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working in the healthcare field since 2006. I take care of all my patients as if they were my own family members. I've worked in nursing homes/rehabilitation centers. I have experience with dementia, and kids with special needs. I'm currently working for south shore university hospital for the last 7 years. I'd...
Mayreni can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

5.0
"May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help. "

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Amanda & I am a sophomore at Misericordia University in a 5 year Masters Program for Occupational Therapy. I love working with children with special needs and believe it to be a very meaningful part of my life. I have extensive experience being a companion and caregiver for a young boy with autism, as well as two...
5.0
"I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son."

Meryl B.

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Suzanne J.


Port Jefferson Station, NY

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Suzanne, I am 53 yrs old, I have worked in a Nursing home for 15 yrs and I also have worked for Special Needs Adults and Children.
5.0
"Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and...

Gina T.

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Christine C.


Deer Park, NY

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I worked as a para educator in New York. I am trained in ABA, CPR, First Aide, and CPI. I have had children from 5 - 14 years of age, some very low functioning and some high. I have done community outings with these children. One child in particular was non verbal. I taught him to use the computer after many months he was typing...
5.0
"Christine is awesome. She is super dependable and was able to manage with ease. My twin babies love her. They become so happy the minute she walks in. She does not sit idle a minute, she is always trying to help out with house work etc when the babies sleep. I...

Ramya S.

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Anchonette L.


Bay Shore, NY

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

My Name is A. turner Compassionate and dedicated senior care professional with well over 12yrs of experience in providing exceptional care to the elderly individuals utilize my skills... I'd describe my personality helpful friendly & learn new stuff. I like caring for seniors because it's incredibly rewarding because it...
Anchonette can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to my Parent through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing."

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Elise H.


Nesconset, NY

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 20Yrs of exp. W/ & W/O Alzheimers and Dementia. I've also worked W/ Myasthenia Gravis, Parkinson's & Special needs. I can assist with all Home Care needs and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook and have always brought my clients food to taste if they are allowed. I have a Clean Drivers license as well as a clean...
Elise can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Elise is truly special. She is a well mannered, kind and passionate person. I was very impressed with the care she gave my mom who has Alzheimer’s Disease. Elise has a great personality and a very strong work ethic. She easily adapted to my mom’s needs and worked...

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Myra M.


East Setauket, NY

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver/Companion

3.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mature and educated woman with an aptitude for working with the elderly and disabled, a role in which my parents were a strong influence. I have worked with individuals impaired as the result of a stroke, dementia or as severe as ALS in the privacy of their own homes as well as skilled nursing facility and hospice. I have...
Myra can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, personal care, errands, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

3.0
"Incorrectly shows Myra was hired. She was interviewed"

Catherine L.

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Wendy M.


Oakdale, NY

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Companion Care/ Home Care Available

I'm an experienced caretaker. I have worked with special needs children and adults and able to assist with ADLs and some occupational therapy as well. I enjoy helping to make peoples lives less stressful and more enjoyable. I am first aid and CPR certified I've been in the healthcare field for over 10 years and have extensive...
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Lisa D.


Deer Park, NY

$23-35/hr8 yrs exp

Available For Care Part-time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 60-year-old that has experience in an outreach program for disabled seniors. I served breakfast, lunch, played games, hobbies, trips. This position was one of my favorites and I would really like to be of help again. I have worked for the past 8 years references upon request.
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Lisa is a godsend to our family. She has been a senior caregiver for my 91-year old mother for several years now. She treats my mother like she would treat her own mother -with care, consideration, patience, and kindness. She cooks homemade meals for her and...

Connie V.

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Jaclyn P.


Islandia, NY

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have my Associates degree in Early Childhood Education. My work expirience includes working in homecare as well as in a special education preschool. I also have a backround in behavior therapy. I have worked in the special needs community for 10 years. I have experience working with a variety of children with special needs,...
5.0
"Jaclyn is an awesome, capable young lady. She is a very reliable and caring person. She was a pleasure to have as a caretaker for my son who has Special needs. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a dependable caregiver."

Philomena R.

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Lasandra F.


Deer Park, NY

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Best Care Service Ever

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am caring person, professional treat your family as if it was my very own. I work for assisted living for over 10 years. With supervisors to vouch for me also. I am really loving up beat full of life. Some people do this for money I do this because I care. I work as a volunteer just because a family needed help. As I m the...
Lasandra can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

my name is Mary. Im 61 yrs of age. I'm active and full of energy. I am looking for a caretaker job. Have experience. My attributes-loving caring great companion personable great cook care for all your needs. Im a gem as I've been told . please call if interested
5.0
"Mary was an amazing full time babysitter for my two young daughters for over one year! She had tons of energy and cared for my girls like they were her own children. She was always game for taking on any task or activity. She went above and beyond with homework...

Tim K.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Smithtown, NY

David L.

5.0

We had the pleasure of working with Dave a few months ago -- what a great guy! His background is very interesting and varied. My son likes Dave a lot; they were going to the gym together, cooking together, etc. Dave is mature, affable, friendly, easy-going, capable and responsible. Would be...

- Maureen R.

Jennifer C.

5.0

Hired Jennifer to take care of my mother. She was very reliable and very good taking care of my mother. I give her high recommendation if anyone would be interested in hiring her.

- Emil R.

Mayreni H.

5.0

May has been an excellent addition to our household. She’s very knowledgeable and efficient. She always goes above and beyond. She’s very reliable and does whatever is needed to help.

- Care member

Amanda M.

5.0

I have known Amanda for many years and she is amazing. I definitely would recommend her. She is incredibly compassionate and so very good with my special needs son.

- Meryl B.

Suzanne J.

5.0

Suzie has been an excellent caretaker to my son and daughter and she has become a member of our family! She always goes above and beyond and will treat your child like they are one of her own! She is reliable, punctual, experienced as well as patient, loving and kind. If you hire Suzie your children...

- Gina T.

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Ratings for Smithtown, NY special needs adult care listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Smithtown, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care.