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Find special needs adult care in Wilkes Barre, PA that you’ll love

43 special needs adult care are listed in Wilkes Barre, PA

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 6 years

Special needs adult care in Wilkes Barre, PA

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Lori C.


Pittston, PA

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

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Providing over 25 years of care services with elderly, adolescent, and disabled individuals. Services includes ADLs, restorative therapy, cooking, cleaning, and transportation. I also do Live In care . I will do all of the daily care for ur loved one and the home. Experience and skilled with most medical needs but there is...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, home modification, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Michelle Joane G.


Pocono Lake, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Aide

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello. My name is Michelle. I am a very reliable, hardworking and very patient aide. I have atleast 2 years experience with autism and mental illness patients. I would like to say Thank you for taking time to read my profile. God Bless and Keep Safe.
5.0
"Michelle is a compassionate caregiver who has a smile and positive outlook every time she enters my home. She was adept at learning my routine and is thorough in her care for me. I highly recommend this lovely lady."

Cindy L.

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Adriana R.


Freeland, PA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Adriana, I am a 30-year-old A passionate and experienced Caregiver with 6+ years of experience providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disabled individuals. Proven ability to build trusting relationships with clients and their families, and expertise in providing medication reminders,...
Adriana can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I would strongly recommend Adriana if you are looking for someone to take care of your loved ones as her compassion is incomparable. She is immensely patient and nurturing. "

Care member

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Debbie W.


White Haven, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for over 20 years. I have cared for many people with Disabilities, Dementia, and patients on Hospice. I have taken Patients to the doctor. I also do food shopping and medications. Companionship, and going for walks and spending time with the patient is definitely part of my service.
Debbie can also help with: Dementia, visiting physician, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Debbie was our nanny for 4 years, taking care of my two children. She was great with them from day 1 and they took to her right away. She picked them up from school and cared for them at our house until I came home from work. She would often help me out by doing...

Andrew G.

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Tracy D.


Scranton, PA

$15-21/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I am a registered nurse with 20+ years of experience with patients of all ages. I have both in home and hospital experience in special needs.
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Megan S.


Scranton, PA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Previous Special needs caretaker with experience of 4 years as Lead DSP/caretaker. I have worked with multiple disabilities and ages. I have created/implemented individual care plans for each individual. I have experience individually and in group home settings.
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
I've worked with disabled clients for 13 years I've worked as a supervisor for 3 years in group homes I've prepared meals cleaned, prepared medication and gave it to them toke them to all the doctors appointments, did all there healthcare. The love taking care of people that's what I'm good at.
Patricia can also help with: Respite care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Melanie H.


Shickshinny, PA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I work during the week as an Occupational Therapist in a nursing home. I love working with the elderly population. I have experience with a wide range of disabilities and illnesses. I can provide assistance with bathing/dressing/toileting, ambulation, transfers, meal prep, medication management, etc. I also like cleaning and can...
Melanie can also help with: Personal care, companionship, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
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Shelby G D.


Scranton, PA

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate Professional

Hi there! My name is Shelby, and I love helping people. I am currently in college for Occupational Therapy and Spanish. I have 2 years of experience in taking care of older individuals with a vast variety of physical and intellectual disabilities. During intersessions, I work full-time as a day program professional for people...
Shelby G can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, personal care
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Anna J.


Scranton, PA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fully Vaccinated And Open Availability

15 years plus experience with compassionate care of persons ranging in age from infant to elder full range of diagnosis
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Karaline H.


Moosic, PA

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Gentle Loving Nanny Looking For A Great Home!

Hi! My name is Karaline (Karrie for short!) and I am a successful hairstylist in NEPA and I'm finally ready to pursue BOTH of my passions. I have been a nanny for 10 years, and was a live-in nanny the entire COVID-19 shutdown. I am also a mom to a little boy! I am patient, gentle, loving and fully equipped to be the perfect...
I have experience working with individuals with special needs such as : Autism Spectrum and Down Syndrome ranging from the ages of 8-21.
I have experienced I've worked for 5 years . I'm very compassionate, reliable and patient. I provide great care
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Joanne G.


Old Forge, PA

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

I am a natural caregiver. I am competent and caring. Reliable and trustworthy. I am clean and fun... but firm when needed. I have many years caring for the elderly and special needs. I enjoy my work and that makes for a more relaxed and happier client. References always available. Covid-19 Vaccinated and Booster. Flu Vaccine.
Joanne can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Megan S.


Scranton, PA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Previous Special needs caretaker with experience of 4 years as Lead DSP/caretaker. I have worked with multiple disabilities and created/implemented individual care plans for each individual. I have experience individually and in group home settings. I am also interested in other opportunities. If you are willing to teach I'm...
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Rachel A.


Freeland, PA

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hello my name is Rachel! I enjoy caring for children as I have experience with my three nieces and have worked at Bayada Pediatrics where I took care of children with special needs. This opportunity gave me the skills to become patient and understanding while I insuring that the patients were happy and healthy. I also...
Rachel can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, transportation
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Lois R.


Scranton, PA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse

UNEXPECTED PLANS? ANY HOURS, IM YOUR NURSE! Willing to go outside my map for consideration. I'm a responsible/dependable 11yr licensed practical nurse that started out being a certified nurse aide for 10 years certified, prior. I have experience with almost everything. From infants to hospice. From scrapes and bruises, and doula...
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Kalina O.


Scranton, PA

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion

I am a graduate student in counseling who has grown up around relatives and friends with special needs. I have worked at special needs camps and have experience with both cognitive and sensory differences.
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Meagan R.


Scranton, PA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Former TSS

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former TSS with 6 years experience working with children with various special needs in both home and community settings.
I have been a part of the healthcare field for a little over 11 years now. I started as a Resident Assistant in 2013 moving forward to become a Certified Nurse's Assistant 06/2015. I have years of experience with adult/geriatric patients, individuals with intellectual disabilities, various mental/behavioral health issues,...
Mashaylah can also help with: Errands, meal prep, home modification, light cleaning, respite care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Wilkes Barre, PA

Michelle Joane G.

5.0

Michelle is a compassionate caregiver who has a smile and positive outlook every time she enters my home. She was adept at learning my routine and is thorough in her care for me. I highly recommend this lovely lady.

- Cindy L.

Adriana R.

5.0

I would strongly recommend Adriana if you are looking for someone to take care of your loved ones as her compassion is incomparable. She is immensely patient and nurturing.

- Care member

Debbie W.

5.0

Debbie was our nanny for 4 years, taking care of my two children. She was great with them from day 1 and they took to her right away. She picked them up from school and cared for them at our house until I came home from work. She would often help me out by doing dishes or folding laundry and she...

- Andrew G.

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