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60 special needs adult care are listed in Wakefield, RI
The average posted rate is $22/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 5 years
Special needs adult care in Wakefield, RI
5.0
(4)
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: Hospice services, home modification, errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
5.0
"She is extremely caring and pays attention to detail... She is reliable and an extremely hard worker. Melanie takes pride in her work"
Marlene V.
Kelly M.
Wakefield, RI
$20-30/hr • 1 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.
Kiara D.
Narragansett, RI
$18-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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...
Emily S.
Charlestown, RI
$20-21/hr • 1 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'm reliable, hard working, loving and trustworthy.
Looking forward to helping a family out. Feel free to message me!
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: Errands, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
Ariana R.
Narragansett, RI
$17-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
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...
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...
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.
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...
Sam C.
Kingston, RI
$16-30/hr • 2 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...
Sam can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am licensed practical nurse. I have many years of experience as a CNA, caregiver/personal aide. 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...
Jennifer can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!"
Kirsten K.
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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...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been a caregiver for 13 years for special needs for a big company. I have received employee of the year twice in the program I work in. I am CPR certified and med trained. I love helping and making a difference in peoples lives, I love to add humor and make people laugh, sometimes that's just what people need. A little...
5.0
"Jeannie was fantastic with our two boys (11 months and 4 years old)! She was very eager to help out with meal prep and household items as well. She was very flexible with her time and great with the kids. We would definitely recommend Jeannie!"
Denise B.
5.0
(2)
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
Leilani B.
Portsmouth, RI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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
"Leilani was the best! Extremely professional and capable. Will hire her again in the future!!!"
Leslie H.
5.0
(1)
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.
Cassie M.
Pawcatuck, CT
$17-20/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, transportation, live-in home care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Sonya O.
Pawcatuck, CT
$25-35/hr • 10 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: Transportation, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
Nichole B.
Coventry, RI
$20-30/hr
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, meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia, live-in home care & 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.
Jennifer B.
5.0
Jennifer was great with my mom, & very knowledgeable about taking care of seniors with dementia. It gave me peace of mind to know mom was in good hands while we were on vaca. My mom liked Jennifer as well, which is always a big plus, we'd hire her again!
- Kirsten K.
Jeannie T.
5.0
Jeannie was fantastic with our two boys (11 months and 4 years old)! She was very eager to help out with meal prep and household items as well. She was very flexible with her time and great with the kids. We would definitely recommend Jeannie!
- Denise B.
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.