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60 special needs adult care are listed in Westwego, LA
The average posted rate is $12/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 3 years
Special needs adult care in Westwego, LA
5.0
(1)
I been a caregiver for 17 years I worked with different age group spots from teenagers to Seniors. I enjoy helping and assisting others. I have a passion for it. I assist in medication reminder, grooming, oral care, hygiene, bathing, incontinence care, preparations of meals, companionship, transportation to grocery store and...
Escalither can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player."
Shen J.
Patient with special need, autism, speech disorders, medication repreparation, meal preparation, teach to feed themselves and basic life skills.
Hi! I'm Kristen, and I'm 23 years old. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a teaching certificate for grades K-6. I have experience student teaching and teaching in grades K-5, as well as tutoring grades 2-12. With my experience teaching and student teaching, I have worked with students who have special needs,...
5.0
(3)
I take care of a lady with autism. I also take care of a man with Down's syndrome and love what I do.
5.0
"She is still employed in the daytime with me. She started working after Katrina here. My daughter is special needs and is nonverbal. I trust her in my house. She has a lot of patience with my daughter . Noyata is a very caring person."
Cynthia S.
Kim S.
Metairie, LA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 9 years of experience working at Magnolia community services with special needs individuals (with both physical and mental disabilities). My class was mainly compromised of the older population. The focus of the class was helping and assisting each individual with daily needs of life. I have also worked for several...
Kim can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
5.0
"Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly."
Lauren B.
Dayna S.
New Orleans, LA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Occupational Therapist Looking For Part-time Work As A Caregiver
5.0
(2)
I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc. I genuinely love to help other...
Gilder D.
Metairie, LA
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Personal Care Assistant Available Full-time Can Travel, Household Cleaning, Can Administration Med
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am 56years old. I have worked as a personal care giver, and assistance for the last 16+ yrs. I truly love what I do. I have worked for several well-known doctors in the New Orleans area caring for their loved ones also I have experience in Feeding Tube, Dementia, Cerebral Palsy, Artisum Strokes, Paralyzed, Hip Replacement,...
5.0
"Gilder is an incredibly kind, diligent and knowledgeable caregiver. She has been taking care of my mother for almost a year and I have seen her working with her in a most compassionate, caring and considerate way. I HIGHLY recommend her!!"
Care member
Elizabeth E.
New Orleans, LA
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have worked in group homes for youth aged 12-18 years old, specifically with mental health and behavioral issues. I have also nannied an autistic child for about 3 years on and off.
5.0
(1)
Hello, I am a recently-returned Peace Corps Health Specialist Volunteer with experience in care giving for seniors, children & adults with disabilities. I have my Masters in Public Health & current Certified Nurse Assistant license. I have experience with private care giving for an elderly woman (with reference). Tasks included...
Rachael can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Rachael is professional, compassionate, reliable and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to other families in need of home healthcare!"
Jen P.
Kristy M.
New Orleans, LA
$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Kristy, and I am excited to meet you and your family. I look forward to being a beneficial, productive, and valuable resource for you, your children, and your household- so that you all can take a deep breath and truly enjoy eachother, rather than getting caught up in the unknown logistics that accompany family...
Kema C.
Marrero, LA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
CNA Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Work Available For Taking Care House Keeping And Meal Prep
5.0
(1)
I've been certified since 1998 I've worked in facilities as well as individual homes . I'm able to perform trachea care, catheter care and wound care. I can do meal prep as well as housekeeping. I'm a very understanding and enjoy working with the disabled and the elderly it brings me joy just to see them happy and to be able...
Kema can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Kema is very knowledgeable about the medical field. She recognizes problems (such as c diff) where others missed it. "
Gail D.
Briana R.
New Orleans, LA
$10-15/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Im currently in graduate school to pursue early child hood and special education. Im also a 3rd grade SPED co teacher. I enjoy working one on-one in sped because the bonds are more personal. I enjoy finding out different techniques that work for each child.
5.0
"Brianna is the best! She is helpful, quickly picked up the things we needed help with. She cared for our daughter excellently and became part of our family. She really provided me with the support I needed, managing working from home and managing care for my kid. I...
Nyshaunte R.
Dayna S.
New Orleans, LA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-time/PRN Caregiver Available With A BS In Occupational Therapy
5.0
(5)
I've been an occupational therapist for 22 years with experience in long-term care and geriatrics working with various disabilities and illnesses including dementia, COPD, cancer, Parkinson's, CVA, post-surgical patients, generalized weakness, diabetes, visual loss, hearing impaired, mental illness, etc.
I genuinely love to...
Dayna can also help with: Light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Dayna went above and beyond in all aspects of care for my father. She treated him like her own father and was extremely proactive in finding ways to enhance his life. She not only directly cared for my father, providing companionship and assistance, but she...
Lee W.
Hi my name is Hope. I'm seeking a position in senior care. I have over 14 years experience working with the elderly. I have worked with clients that has Alzheimer, clients with tube feeding, clients with tracheotomy and several other special needs. I'm willing to run errands, bring to appointments, bathing, light cooking, and...
Hope can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, home modification, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
Lena R.
New Orleans, LA
$25-30/hr
I've been an art/mindfulness teacher for over an amazing five years with a couple of those years teaching senior and people with special needs. I love working with people and I feel like I really scored in learning just as much as I teach. People are my passion and I love to create fulfilling relationships. I also find things...
Lena can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
I am a teacher with a minor/certification in Special Education. I worked solely as a Special Educator for two of my six years teaching. During this time I worked with many children with a wide variety of special needs. Prior to beginning my teaching career, I worked as a tutor/assistant to a family with two young boys who had...
Deja A.
Marrero, LA
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I assited in teching a special Education class while in child guidance in High school. I had students with all sorts of disablilties
I have 5 years experience implementing behavioral plans at a residential facility for children aged 4 to 17. My experience includes those on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, both cognitive and physical delays, as well as a variety of additional medical needs. I have reliable transportation, a psychology degree specializing in...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced in hospitality and medical industry, I am pro-active and efficient. Polyglot. Background check available.
Natasha B.
New Orleans, LA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked with special needs for over 10 years I enjoy assisted them with activities of daily living it's my passion and I wouldn't trade it for the world. I will say it does takes patience and understanding to work with special needs and that's just what I have special needs deserve to be treated like any other human being...
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Westwego, LA
Escalither C.
5.0
She's loving caring great work ethics.Dependable team player.
- Shen J.
Noyata W.
5.0
She is still employed in the daytime with me. She started working after Katrina here. My daughter is special needs and is nonverbal. I trust her in my house. She has a lot of patience with my daughter . Noyata is a very caring person.
- Cynthia S.
Kim S.
5.0
Kim is wonderful and goes above and beyond with everything we've needed from her. Could not recommend more highly.
- Lauren B.
Gilder D.
5.0
A very no-nonsense, professional caregiver who likes to keep busy. She gives excellent care. If you're not satisfied with Gilder, then you won't like anybody else!
- Care member
Rachael B.
5.0
Rachael is professional, compassionate, reliable and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her to other families in need of home healthcare!
- Jen P.