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Find special needs adult care in Wakefield, RI that you’ll love

60 special needs adult care are listed in Wakefield, RI

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025

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

Special needs adult care in Wakefield, RI

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Melanie B.


Wakefield, RI

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Home Health Care Aid Or Home Health Care Nurse

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 10+ years in the Health Field. I have worked in Hospitals, Home care, Assisted Living, Nursing Homes. I Have done over 5 Private Duty jobs working with MS, Als , Stroke patients, children with disabilities, Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer patients. I have worked with people that need mechanical lifts, on Vents and...
Melanie can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Melanie is a caring, thorough care giver, and genuinely respects the integrity of her clients. "

Susan H.

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Kelly M.


Wakefield, RI

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

My son needed special care as a younger child but has made such wonderful progress through Early Intervention services that he no longer needs special education. I am grateful for special needs providers and would like to assist other families with the care of their special needs loved ones.
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Emily S.


Charlestown, RI

$20-21/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Emily and I am 21 years old. I currently work as a behavior technician and work with youth and teens that have been or are in the process of being diagnosed with ASD and related disorders. I have previously worked in the public school system in special education as a teacher assistant and have experience tutoring,...
I have worked in the Intensive Needs Program at my local Elementary School. The program was created to help young children with significant needs integrate into the standard school experience. My job was to help implement strategies to cope with behavioral difficulties, speech delays, developmental delays, and other factors...
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Brianna B.


Narragansett, RI

$30-35/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'm reliable, hard working, loving and trustworthy. Looking forward to helping a family out. Feel free to message me!
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Tyler C.


Kingston, RI

$15/hr1 yrs exp

College Student Studying Communicative Disorders

I have 3 years of childcare experience and have also worked as a respite PCA and DSP with disabled adults and children. I have worked at Dr. Daycare as a Therapeutic Integrative Specialist. I have worked at a nursing home as an activities aide. I have worked at a residential facility for the intellectually disabled. I am a...
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Sandra S.


Charlestown, RI

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time / Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I have 13 +years experience as a CNA (RI & CT license) I am very reliable/responsible / motivated /caring /upbeat / strong and positive 59-year-old Lady. Can provide References and background check. I am a responsible driver and have a trustworthy SUV. Have had the pleasure of meeting and caring for a number of clients (...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, dementia, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

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Tyler C.


Kingston, RI

$16-30/hr2 yrs exp

I have 3 years of childcare experience and have also worked as a respite PCA and DSP with disabled adults and children. I have worked at Dr. Daycare as a Therapeutic Integrative Specialist. I have worked at a nursing home as an activities aide. I have worked at a residential facility for the intellectually disabled. I am a...
Tyler can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, respite care, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Hi! My name is Ariana. I am a junior at the University of Rhode Island studying Psychology. I have 2 years of experience in a daycare helping take care of children ages 0-5. Through working at the daycare, I have received Professional Development certificates through RIELDS and the ELC. I also have experience as a substitute...
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Megan A.


Narragansett, RI

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

Hi! My name is Megan, and I am a current psychology student at the University of Rhode Island. For just over three years, I have worked consistently with a special needs 7-year-old. He was born premature, and now struggles with autism, ADHD, and developmental delays. Watching him has also provided me with experience in feeding...
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Courtney G.


Wood River Junction, RI

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available ASAP

Experience entails 1:1 work within an elementary school. Implementing of behavior/IEP/504 etc., plans. PASS work in both home environment and the community.
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Elaine O.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-24/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi I'm Elaine, I have over 20 plus yrs experience working with Elderly, Teens and in adult group homes. I was a family living/Respite provider in PA for several yrs. I did private care for 5 yrs with a woman that had a rare form of Multiple sclerosis. I have experience with Dementia/Alzheimers, cancer patients, heart disease...
5.0
"Elaine was extremely helpful, kind and caring when my Husband was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in February of 2017. She assisted me with everything from childcare, cleaning, errands and assistance caring for him during his 6mos of treatment and during his last days....

Stephanie S.

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Elaine O.


Portsmouth, RI

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have 20+ years of experience. I'm caring compassionate and dependable. I can help with medication, doctor appointments, bathing, transportation, errands, help around the house, meal prep or overall companionship. I can even help you care for your loved one who may be crossing over soon. I will stay and take the stress off...
Elaine can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Elaine went above and beyond for our family during the last months of my uncle's life helping with his needs as well his adult son who has special needs. She helped my mom out immensely through the process really was a life saver. I hope to never be in a...

Nelia C.

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Jennifer B.


Warwick, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Part-time Caregiver

I am a 37-year-old female caregiver and a licensed CNA. I am an experienced senior care provider as well as special needs. My experience includes, bathing/personal hygiene, transfers, using a hoyer lift to transfer to and from wheelchair, companionship, errands, light housekeeping and cooking. I prepare meals and can administer...
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Shantell G.


Warwick, RI

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiving Professional With A

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 29 years old, I have had a few care jobs in my lifetime. I love to out help others, especially those whom are elderly or individuals with special needs. Currently I am direct support professional, something I find very rewarding! In the past, I've worked with a 76-year-old man who had a spinal injury, extremely limited...
5.0
"Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate "

Care member

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Leilani B.


Portsmouth, RI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've worked with many special needs kiddos. I worked for Newport County Special Education. Worked in various special needs classrooms. Don't hesitate to contact me with your needs and I'll discuss availability.
5.0
"We hired her to take care of our son while we went out on a date night. She was on time and handled everything well. Definitely hire her again!"

Robin D.

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Kim R.


Portsmouth, RI

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hi!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Through my teachings in many schools I have a wide range of experience with many students and various abilities. I graduated with a degree in elementary education and I'm currently working toward my masters degree in special education. Still working with so many students I also have a great amount of experience in regards to...
5.0
"Kim was amazing! She is so sweet and kind and wonderful with kids! Our daughter LOVED Kim and can't wait to have her come back! Will hire again!"

Sierra S.

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Cassie M.


Pawcatuck, CT

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

51yr mature, caring, responsible woman with experience (part time, on -off) for over 25 yrs in the elderly care/ companionship/ PCA field, looking for PT work with seniors/special needs folks, overnight or a weekend day shift preferred. Most recently I care for my elderly parents, 1 with dementia who's recently been placed in a...
Cassie can also help with: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Sonya O.


Pawcatuck, CT

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

I am an experienced care giver with elder care, individuals with dementia and special needs. I am certified in CPR, AED, FIRST AID, PMT and am privy to medication administration . I have extensive expierience with developmentally disabled individuals as well.
Sonya can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, transportation, meal prep
I grow up a brother special needs. I spent many years around children with disabilities and Special Olympics. I later went on to work at perspectives for 15 years taking care of adults with disabilities after I had an adult with disability living with me for six years I also took care of a 91-year-old woman with dementia living...
Nichole can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, transportation, live-in home care, errands, meal prep & more

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Wakefield, RI

Melanie B.

5.0

Melanie is a caring, thorough care giver, and genuinely respects the integrity of her clients.

- Susan H.

Elaine O.

5.0

Elaine was extremely helpful, kind and caring when my Husband was diagnosed with Lung Cancer in February of 2017. She assisted me with everything from childcare, cleaning, errands and assistance caring for him during his 6mos of treatment and during his last days. Elaine was always dependable and...

- Stephanie S.

Elaine O.

5.0

Elaine went above and beyond for our family during the last months of my uncle's life helping with his needs as well his adult son who has special needs. She helped my mom out immensely through the process really was a life saver. I hope to never be in a situation like that again but if I am, I...

- Nelia C.

Shantell G.

5.0

Because she filled out all her paperwork showed me that she is interested in this job. And I do believe that she is a real good candidate

- Care member

Leilani B.

5.0

We hired her to take care of our son while we went out on a date night. She was on time and handled everything well. Definitely hire her again!

- Robin D.

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