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60 special needs adult care are listed in Wood Ridge, NJ
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 6 years
Special needs adult care in Wood Ridge, NJ
Victoria K.
Elmwood Park, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was trained to be an ABA therapist to children with autism. I'm familiar with ASL. I'm comfortable using communication devices.
I've worked with children for over 20 years now. Helping parents navigate this thing called parenthood brings me great joy!
Stephanie S.
Little Ferry, NJ
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental health Counseling. I have been working with children with special needs for over 15 years in various settings. I have worked in a summer camp, day care and as an at home therapist. I feel that working with children is essential because those are the most critical years for progress and...
5.0
"Stephanie goes above and beyond her job. Whichever it may be. She gives 110% at everything she puts her mind to. Works really well with others and liked by everyone. Always goes that extra mile to make sure everyone around her is happy and satisfied."
Robert D.
Nino M.
New York, NY
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
My name is Nino, also known as Nina, and I'm a certified HHA with over 24 years of experience. Additionally, I've worked as a nursing assistant and phlebotomist at a clinic.
I've had the privilege of assisting numerous clients with various illnesses and disabilities, I adeptly navigate any challenging situation.
I speak fluent...
Nino can also help with: Dementia, home modification, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Nina has been an exceptional caregiver for my mom for nearly a year, providing invaluable support during a challenging time when my mother's health was poor and she required daily assistance. We found Nina through a website, and upon learning of her previous...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Ana. I'm a caregiver with more than a 15 years of experience in geriatric and child care as well.
As myself experience has grown, with a special needs daughter and my mom who is 97 years old, I have become an expert who can recognize when my patients require special atención with any rough times like it could...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, personal care, companionship, errands & more
Marc B.
Saddle Brook, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver, Willing To Do Overnights
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
After years of Retail Management, I am pursuing my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible, family oriented adult. My caregiving experience began with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. I also cared for my father, who suffered from dementia, until he passed away at the age of 89. I...
Marc can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"You would be fortunate to have this man care for your loved one."
Alice C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've working with children who are along the spectrum for about five years. I started in a group home working as a direct care counselor for 2. 5 years. Then I worked as a home health aid for a young girl who had NF1 and was blind. After her I then worked for a family who had two young boys and were along the spectrum. I was...
5.0
"Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated,...
Lavinia M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun, loving, and compassionate individual with over 10 years of experience with geriatrics, mental health disorders , and behavioral issues including developmental disabilities. I have worked within a rehabilitative standpoint and as a care aide with taking care of the individual in all aspects as in bathing , feeding,...
5.0
"Iyanna helped my family during an emergency. She provided care for my 35 year old brother while he recovered from brain surgery. We are so thankful for her help. She has experience caring for people at different stages and abilities in their life. She is...
Liza B.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello there! I hope you will consider me as your next babysitter. You will be choosing a fun, happy, energetic one when you pick me. I have worked with kids for the past 10 years. I have worked in sleepaway and day camps and children's parties. I currently work with children where the main goal of my job is to keep them safe and...
5.0
"Very kind, helpful, and timely "
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.
Andrea can also help with: Dementia, respite care, home modification, visiting physician, personal care, hospice services & more
5.0
"Andrea is the biggest blessing to our family. She came into our lives God sent when we needed her the most. I hired her to help me care for my bed ridden mother in law with late stage Alzheimer's. She is very professional, warm, and friendly but most of all, she...
Giselle B.
5.0
(2)
***COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*** Hi there! My name is Tracey and I am a qualified caregiver with 25 years experience available for week nights overnight (M-F 6/6:30pm-7-8am) or Saturdays and Sundays. I am highly experienced in special needs care such as Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Muscular...
5.0
"Tracey is amazing! Caring, reliable, and a great storyteller! "
Marianne M.
3.0
(1)
I am an Elementary/Middle & SPED teacher that teaches at Pss. Also, I was a camp counselor for 4 summers and Girl S leader for about 4 years. I have completed 4 internships in all types of classrooms & have done 1-on-1 tutoring of all subjects. I have worked/taught for about 2 months in direct contact with autism spectrum k-4th...
3.0
"very professional young girl, seem to have experience, but never responded again after we decided on the days she would be working. "
Rebeca C.
Leonila O.
Nutley, NJ
$18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a medical knowledge background and well experienced in providing proficient and efficient health care with compassion, respect, and love. I enjoy working with senior citizens and people with disabilities, providing to them all the care they need covering all aspects of their life to keep them comfortable and safe like...
Leonila can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Wonderful addition to any family. Compassionate, kind, knowledgeable. She gave her all for my Mother and I wouldn't have been able to get my Mom back on her feet without her!
Would highly recommend"
Stacy S.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Jen. I am a Broadway Actress and mom of a 15yr old. I am currently studying to get my senior care certification but have much experience caring for special needs. I would love to help out in anyway I can. Have CPR training and excellent references.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Marc. After years of Retail Management, I have decided to pursue my passion for helping others. I am a mature, responsible adult, who is very family oriented. My passion for special needs care giving started with raising my medically fragile disabled child, who is now an adult. My son has a rare seizure disorder,...
5.0
"Mark is a very caring individual when it comes to helping other in need. Very compassionate and hard working. Will go that extra mile in any situation. Very dependable and a hard worker. Would be lucky to have him as a care giver "
Aimee S.
Janelle R.
South Hackensack, NJ
$25-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi there!
I've been working as a nanny for 10+ years. I've worked with children of all ages from 3 weeks old, to 16 years old.
I love to spend time with children. I read and do age-related activities. I can tutor as well, if necessary. Safety is is main priority, so that it is never a worry.
I am CPR/AED certified as a...
5.0
"Janelle is so wonderful! She has been a date night, etc. sitter for my 2.5 year old son for the last 9 months or so. She's so great with him and really patient when he has a terrible twos meltdown. He's not a great eater and she is always trying new foods and ways...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
I am Yanique. I was a Special Education Teacher in the city for students with moderate to severe disabilities. I currently work in a ICT classroom with middle schoolers. I enjoy working and interacting with children and adults. My passion is to work with persons with disabilities. I will be actively engaged during my...
5.0
(1)
I have 3 years of experience with gerontology. I have also worked in several nursing homes as an HHA and a CNA. I also work with special needs kids.
Sarah can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Melissa H.
New York, NY
$100/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! I have been working with children and young adults with Special Needs for over 10 years now, teaching for over 20. As former teaching fellow for students with special needs, certification in working with students with Autism, training in Orton Gillingham, and teaching at the Quad Preparatory School, I am uniquely qualified...
5.0
"Melissa worked with our son with special needs for several years when he was in upper school. She was more than just an excellent math and humanities tutor. She is compassionate, level headed and helped our son feel confident with his abilities and gain...
Barry K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA). I prepare home-cooked meals from scratch with healthy ingredients and I make sure both the patient and the home are well taken care of.
I treat the patients I care for and their families like they are my own. I enjoy my work an I am comfortable and...
Reyna can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, dementia, visiting nurse, home modification
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I highly recommend Reyna as a caregiver. She took excellent care of my 78-year-old father for almost two years. During that time, she was always kind, affectionate and very loving to him. She would even call him on her days off to ensure he was doing well. We were...
Wanda P.
5.0
(1)
Hi Mommy's/ Daddy's! Looking for a fun and reliable Babysitter? Search no further, because I am ready for the job. With over five years' experience in babysitting and daycare roles, I will step in and make an immediate positive contribution in the lives of you and your children. Are seeking someone who can take babysitting...
5.0
"Kim is incredibly honest, caring, considerate, energetic and conscientious person I know. I have trusted her with caring for my family before and so i know she is fantastic at what she does."
Nicole M.
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Wood Ridge, NJ
Stephanie S.
5.0
Stephanie goes above and beyond her job. Whichever it may be. She gives 110% at everything she puts her mind to. Works really well with others and liked by everyone. Always goes that extra mile to make sure everyone around her is happy and satisfied.
- Robert D.
Nino M.
5.0
My name is Tamar. I am a registered diagnostic medical sonographer and I’ve been working at hospital more than eight years. It’s my pleasure to write review for Nino. She is a special person.She is very well known in Georgian community for her kindness and compassion. Nino has been my best friend...
- Care member
Marc B.
5.0
Only person I would trust with my loved ones.
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- Paulette D.
Brittany T.
5.0
Brittany worked for us a little less than two years, than we moved back to Italy. That is the only reason why she is not with us anymore. Brittany became quickly part of our family. She traveled with us in America and in Italy. She is smart, witty, well educated, honest, sweet, mature and...
- Lavinia M.
Iyanna B.
5.0
I am a young black trans man and I hired Iyanna to help me as I was healing from a double mastectomy. She is LGBTQ friendly and always used the correct pronouns. Also, she helped me through the healing process with everything from cleaning, washing, cooking to escorting me to doctor's appointments....
- Tat B.