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54 special needs adult care are listed in Southport, NC

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024

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

Special needs adult care in Southport, NC

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Kristin O.


Southport, NC

$18-27/hr10 yrs exp

Ms. Kristin

5.0

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In my 30 plus years in the Workforce, I have grown even more passionate to help families in need. Every family operates as its own nucleus with unique values, beliefs, and priorities. Families that have neurodivergent children, deserve equal inclusion. I have learned that there is insurmountable ways that children communicate....
5.0
"Kristin is without hesitation the best caretaker/ teacher there is. She has the biggest heart and loves unconditionally. She is unique, creative and fun and every one should have the pleasure of knowing her. She is the best candidate you could ask for and you will...

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked from 06/22/21-05/19/22 with a7-year-old boy diagnosed with autism and ADHD. We spent 5 days a week together during the summer and after school everyday, and the improvement I saw in him was incredible. We spent our time playing cognitive games, puzzles, reading, practicing daily objectives, and journeys outside on...
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Geneva K.


Wilmington, NC

$10-15/hr

Part Time Companion Available

My experience with the elderly is limited to spending time with my aging father every summer, watching and assisting him as he aged, including his final months. My experience as a Special Needs PreK Teacher Assistant gives me the confidence to use that same patience and TLC to those on the older side of life.
Geneva can also help with: Respite care
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Brea G.


Carolina Beach, NC

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hey, I'm bre! I'm very responsible, organized and outgoing. I have been nannying most my life, newborns to 15-year-olds. I have a special needs background. I also have my CNA and am CPR certified. I am very interested in meeting you.
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Stephanie M.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver

I have always taken interest in watching and guiding children in the right direction. I grew up with a little sister, 5 years younger than me. I believe she inspired me to care for children. At the age of 9-10 I would teach my sister her alphabet and numbers on a white board. I enjoy teaching children so I am willing to help...
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Marijane C.


Bolivia, NC

$28/hr

Exceptional, Patient, Kind, Dependable Caregiver .

I have 12 years of experience working with children with special needs working in elementary schools and middle schools as a para professional. I have experience working with children with autism and Asperger's. I am very patient, kind, empathetic, dependable and can assist with helping take exceptional care of your loved one. I...
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Anne W.


Wilmington, NC

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I am no longer available for special needs caregiving because at this time I am focusing on infant/childcare and senior caregiving. Please review my profile under these areas if you would like to chat about either of those areas.
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Denice C.


Carolina Beach, NC

$16-21/hr

Experienced Care Giver

28 years medical/3 years medical experience. Feeding tube, PICC line, catheter, IV, trach, & vent experience. Autism & ADHD experience. 7 yrs Oncology experience. Mobility issues. Speech delays, dysphasia, blindness, and other health experiences. Fully vaccinated.
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Kristin C.


Wilmington, NC

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider And Smile Creator

I'd describe my personality as passionate, determined and friendly I like caring for seniors because I believe people deserve excellent health care from caring individuals and I believe that is what I provide! I'm looking for a job that is rewarding I started caring for seniors when I became a certified nurse assistant in...
Kristin can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
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Geneva K.


Wilmington, NC

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Recently Retired Preschool Teacher Assistant

I worked for 10+ years as teacher assistant with the same preschool teacher in Wake County School system. Attended several special needs training sessions to keep current with needs of the classroom.
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Elia H.


Wilmington, NC

$16-24/hr2 yrs exp

After spending most of my middle school and high school years babysitting for family and friends, I went into the medical field where I worked as a Certified Nurses Assistant. With most of my special needs experience in emergency medicine, I've had the ability to strengthen my skills of working with those with different a...
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Samantha R.


Bolivia, NC

$13-18/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Samantha but I go by Sam. I am 22 years old and have worked with kids and adults with disabilities for 8 years but have had experience with them my entire life. I have worked with people of all different kinds of disabilities and thrive in these situations. I am extremely passionate about working with them and have...
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Kaye W.


Wilmington, NC

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hand For Those Who Want To Stay At Home

I have over 20 years of medical experience. My focus over the past 3 years has been clients with disabilities, senior care, and hospice. Many of my clients have been diagnosed with dementia, Parkinson's, cancer or are stroke survivors. Additionally, I have experience working with special needs children ages 3-12. Many of my...
Kaye can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship & more
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"Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works...

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Katelyn D.


Wilmington, NC

$20/hr8 yrs exp

I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her."

Bailey G.

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Sheena S.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with people from the age of 10 to 80 with developmental disabilities for over 10 years. I currently work as an instructor for adult with disabilities. I have a Bachelors Degree in Human Services/ Management and a Masters Degree in Public Policy/Public Administration. I have worked at a State Training Center with...
5.0
"Sheena is an outstanding care giver. She worked very well with my daughter. She held high expectations for her and was very caring. I highly recommend her for any caregiving or other position. She has a lot of integrity."

Laura W.

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Ciara H.


Wilmington, NC

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Caregiver/companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Ciara and I am finishing up my sophomore year at Purdue University where I am pursuing a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. I am very experienced with caring for children with special needs and extremely comfortable with it. For the past 4 years I have been caring for a young boy with Autism (12...
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Ellery T.


Wilmington, NC

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/Babysitter/Tutor For Children And Adults

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 20 years of experience working with children and adults with different types of abilities. I worked at the Arc of NC for over 10 years and also at an elementary school in their Autism Spectrum program. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology and am familiar with many resources in the area. I am currently looking for...
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"Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement to motivate people with special needs. She goes above and beyond what is required of her. She helped design a...

Laura W.

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Samantha P.


Wilmington, NC

$11-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very energetic and responsible person and have a deep passion for caring for other people. I am a freshman nursing major and hope to one day get my masters in severe and profound disability. In the summers I am a counselor for children with special needs and absolutely love it. My experience there has given me a high...
5.0
"Samantha is an amazing person and caregiver. She is energetic cheerful and dedicated to her work. She always went above what was asked of her and had a phenomenal rapport with my special needs daughter. I highly recommend her for any endeavor she seeks"

Laura W.

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Tiffany S.


Wilmington, NC

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have so many special needs people in my life. Providing and bringing normality is especially important to me. I have a daughter who is now 21 with epilepsy, ADHD, developmental delays, OCD just to name a few. I also have a nephew with scoliosis. He has had three surgeries and he is only 11. I helped with his physical therapy,...
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Kristine T.


Wilmington, NC

$17-19/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Disabled Children And Teens

I am a registered nurse and worked in psych hospitals for children and teens for at least 10 years. I also fostered high risk teens and adopted two children with Asperger's. I absolutely love working with teenagers and younger children. I especially good with any kind of behavior problems. I am not looking to work as a...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Southport, NC

Kristin O.

5.0

Kristin is without hesitation the best caretaker/ teacher there is. She has the biggest heart and loves unconditionally. She is unique, creative and fun and every one should have the pleasure of knowing her. She is the best candidate you could ask for and you will not be disappointed.

- Care member

Kaye W.

5.0

Kaye has been an excellent addition to my dad's careteam. She is very engaging and skillful. Dad enjoys talking with her which I appreciate since he typically spends a lot of his day tuned out. Kaye is hardworking and reliable. She is a team player and works very well with me and the other...

- Care member

Katelyn D.

5.0

She is an extremely compassionate and dedicated teacher of students with significant disabilities who goes well above and beyond what is expected of her.

- Bailey G.

Sheena S.

5.0

Sheena is an outstanding care giver. She worked very well with my daughter. She held high expectations for her and was very caring. I highly recommend her for any caregiving or other position. She has a lot of integrity.

- Laura W.

Ellery T.

5.0

Ellery worked my my daughter with special needs for many years. She is amazing!! She is very upbeat and bubbly and knows how to use positive reinforcement to motivate people with special needs. She goes above and beyond what is required of her. She helped design a seizure proof room for my daughter...

- Laura W.

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