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81 special needs adult care are listed in Washington, DC

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 4 years

Special needs adult care in Washington, DC

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Jamila D.


Washington, DC

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Available Full-Time For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prepping

5.0

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I am a former CNA who has over a decade of hands on experience in healthcare. I am passionately dedicated to the care of seniors and special needs individuals. For years I have worked closely with adults living with special needs, Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as physical ailments (both acute and chronic). I am familiar with...
Jamila can also help with: Visiting nurse, home modification, personal care
5.0
"Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive."

Cecil D.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a younger brother who has down syndrome. We are 2. 5 years apart, and growing up (4 out of 5 kids) him & I were the closest. I did any and everything for him! From walks, to feeding, playing, showering, taking care of everything you can think of. He has cancer for 4 years at 5 years old, and our entire lives changed. He...
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Tawanda S.


Washington, DC

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a Bachelors in Psychology with a Minor in Child Development. I have 4 years of experience with working with and teaching children with disabilities. I have a nephew with autism with whom I cared for, for several years, while my sister worked. I am patient, loving, understanding, and open to learning new things. I am...
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Queeny B.


Washington, DC

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked as an ABA therapist and as a camp counselor at a camp for children with special needs in Rhinebeck, NY.
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Tykisha T.


Washington, DC

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care/Assistant & Elderly Care Provider in Washington, DC

Hello Parents. I am a CDA certified (child development associate) 8+years experience with children ages infant to 16 years of age, children with special needs and "at-risk" children. I reside in NE DC (Brookland). Currently I work pt as a co-teacher at a local private school. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I also have a food...
5.0
"She's punctual, reliable and my daughter adore her. Thank you Ms.TT"

Terry J.

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Allison S.


Washington, DC

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Home Health Aide And Personal Care Attendant Available For Part-Time Work

4.0

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Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

- Background overview: 7 Years working in living facilities as well as private home care - Services performed: hospice care, management of medications, preparation of food, hygiene maintenance, etc. - Types of patients: Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia, physically disabled, etc. - About me: I am a dedicated...
Allison can also help with: Home modification, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Allison is a quality care giver with special skills in working with the elderly. Her knowledge of dementia and Alzheimer's diseases makes her an excellent support person not only for the patient but also for the family. Allison is very talented in the kitchen and...

Carol B.

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Elise F.


Washington, DC

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Nursing Student With Special Needs Experience

My name is Elise and I'm a nursing student at a University. I have experience with taking care of children of all ages from both a nannying and medical perspective. Before I moved for college, I worked as a nanny for several different families for several years, and I loved every minute of it. I'll be back home in the DFW area...
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Marlo B.


Washington, DC

$17-25/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Care For Evenings And After School

Hi! My name is Marlo and I am 28 years old. I have my masters degree in psychology and am in my final months of graduate school earning my doctorate. I will be a psychologist as of 8/31/2021 (PsyD). I genuinely enjoy caring for, and teaching, kids and teens and consider myself engaged, patient, and reliable. I have a long...
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Talia M.


Washington, DC

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi! I'm Talia. I started caregiving in 2022 by doing home healthcare and volunteering with SEIU2015. I'd describe my personality as calm, patient, and bright! I've worked with people with dementia, schizophrenia, autism, bipolar, ADHD, wheelchair users, amputees, and mobility issues. In my spare time, I like to work on craft...
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Juliana D.


Washington, DC

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Childcare/ Helper For Children With Special Needs

Throughout my undergraduate and graduate years I gained experience working with children with special needs, which has been cemented throughout my fellowship year to become a speech therapist. I love working with children with special needs and am grateful for my educational background which helps me gain a sensory and...
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Katia A.


Washington, DC

$30-40/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

For me, every person is a different world. An amazing beautiful world. we all have things to share and love to give. I have an immense passion for working with people with special needs. I love helping them and teaching them and in this process I also learn from them. I have had the opportunity to care for children in the autism...
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Emily D.


Washington, DC

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

I am currently a teacher at Beauvoir elementary school. I recently moved from Savannah, where I was the head of museum education at a historical house. Because of this, I know how to stimulate a child's mind through activity and education. I not only have an extensive resume on childcare, but I also have in-depth experience on...
I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 20 years of experience caring for seniors. I'm a certified personal care assistant. I'm dependable, caring and loving. With me, your senior will receive the best care. I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer,...
Rochelle Lewis can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I'm just starting out in senior and special needs care, but taking care of my grandma has shown me how rewarding it can be. I'm learning as I go, but I'm dedicated to making sure people feel heard and well taken care of. I love being around people, keeping things light, and staying positive, which I believe makes a big...
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Felicia W.


Washington, DC

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

I have 15+ years of diverse experiences working with children, adults, and the elderly. I have worked as a PCA for children with special needs, a certified nursing assistant in various hospital units, a certified nursing assistant in nursing homes, a volunteer for hospice care, and an ESL educator. I have been babysitting for...
Felicia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, personal care, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

For the past year I've been taking care of seniors with special needs. I practically do everything shower, feeding, medication, out the probe, putting on and taking off on wheelchairs, taking outside for walks, changing diapers, fixing cpap. I also took CNA classes in the past I'd describe my personality as : Diligent,...
Mary can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, respite care, personal care, transportation, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

My Name is Carolina, Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with CPR, First Aid, and Heart Saver certifications. With a warm and caring personality, I provide top-notch support to individuals in need. I'm driven by a passion to serve and make a difference in people's lives. My goal is to deliver personalized care with kindness,...
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Dodji S.


Washington, DC

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver's

We had Dodji with us for 4 weeks while I recovered from surgery and she gave our 18-month-old daughter excellent, responsible care. I never worried about my kiddo when she was out with Dodji and I really appreciated the kindness and warmth she demonstrated, even when my daughter was being difficult because she missed her mom....
Dodji can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Darren R.


Washington, DC

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver

I have spent the last two years working with children and adults with special needs. I have experience working with people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down syndrome, OCD, and nonverbal children. I have a passion for this population and I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
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Chloe L.


Washington, DC

$18-22/hr6 yrs exp

Hi there! I've worked with a variety of kids through babysitting, being a counselor at summer camp, volunteering at a pre-school for kids of all abilities, and interning as a juvenile case manager for kids of all different backgrounds. I enjoy being around kids and teens and I'm currently getting my masters in social work. I am...

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Washington, DC

Jamila D.

5.0

Jamila has worked for us on weekends for 2 years. She takes care of both of my elderly parents and does a good job with both. She's friendly, pleasant, reserved, and attentive.

- Cecil D.

Tykisha T.

5.0

She's punctual, reliable and my daughter adore her. Thank you Ms.TT

- Terry J.

Allison S.

5.0

Allison is a quality care giver with special skills in working with the elderly. Her knowledge of dementia and Alzheimer's diseases makes her an excellent support person not only for the patient but also for the family. Allison is very talented in the kitchen and is a great conversationalist. She...

- Carol B.

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Ratings for Washington, DC special needs adult care listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Washington, DC are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 81 listed special needs adult care.