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Deborah J.

Compassionate Elder Care And Coordinator Of Services/.

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
visiting physician
home modification
respite care
+ 1 more
With over 35 years of experience, I have worked with the elderly and the differently abled. I have cared for my aging parents and taken courses in end of life care and patient advocacy. I've managed scheduling of other care givers, and worked closely with Hospice, coordinating a range of care. I have raised four wonderful...

Audrey T. says "Deb is an exceptionally caring person who believes elderly individuals should be given the highest amount of respect. Her focus extends beyond taking...

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Personal Lifestyle Senior Caregiver

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Gennifer and I've worked in senior care for over 12 years. I specialize in alzheimer's and dementia care, ADL's, PT/OT, meals, lifestyle planning and medication management. In addition, I offer comfortable and safe transportation, accommodating most collapsible walkers. I have BA's in English & Spanish, and an...

Care Member says "The caregiver never showed up, so I need you guys to fix this. You say my account has not been charged, but why is she being asked to be booked again."

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Compassionate Soul Looking To Help Care For Someone With Needs In Need :)

Akron, OH

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
With over 30 years of experience, I have worked with the elderly and differently-able. I have cared for my aging parents, taken courses in end of life care and patient advocacy and I currently care for a 99-year-old couple part time. I have spent the last 30 some years raising my own four children and caring for other children...

Megan H. says "Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for my daughter and...

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Mature And Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Akron, OH

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
for 25+ years while raising my children, as well as many others. After returning to the work force, I was employed with Summit County . They are all current at this time and I am able to show proof of that. . Upon realizing that Summit County would be slowly closing their doors to services of our individuals, I made the...
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Special Needs Provider

Akron, OH

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$10/hr
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am currently a college student studying nursing and looking to gain some experience. I have volunteered in assisted living facilities under the supervision of a nurse. During my time volunteering I helped with feedings, medicine distribution, light housekeeping, and assistance using the...
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Special Needs And ASD Experienced

Akron, OH

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Special Needs and ASD Experienced Children and Adults home care and school assistance, bus transport, pick up drop off
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Special Needs Caregiver

Akron, OH

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I've been an RN since 2004 and am interested in helping families care for their special needs child or senior.
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Akron, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
personal care
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a 54-year-old woman who has worked with the mentally and physically disabled for the last 11 years. Prior to that, I owned and operated a child care business from my home for 25 years while raising my family. I am a loving, dependable care giver with a special place in my heart for my elders as I was born and raised by...
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Akron, OH

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
errands
light cleaning
I have worked with people with disabilities. Home health, memory care/nursing home, and currently work with teenagers. I'm a mom of two daughters and our beloved Boarder Collie Sasha.
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Akron, OH

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
companionship
transportation
errands
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
Hello there! I have worked with individuals with developmental disabilities, ages 17-82, for the last 6 years as a job trainer and job coach. I also have been an independent provider for 7 months. I have a bachelor's degree in Health sciences with a minor in Psychology. I have extensive knowledge of computers. Completed...
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Akron, OH

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
errands
transportation
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Gideon. I have four years of working experience as a caregiver. I am certified by the state of Ohio in a Department of developmental disability. I also category one medication administration. On my free time, I love to work out and watch tv. I also have first aid and CPR certification. I enjoy caring for people...
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Akron, OH

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
mobility assistance
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Kurrie. I am 32 years old. I am married and have five children. Ages 12, 11, nine, six and a 1-year-old. I have over a decade of experience working in caregiving. I began working as a direct support professional in 2010. In this field I assisted individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. From...
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Akron, OH

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a trained professional with over 10 years of experience working with senior citizens and persons with mental disabilities. I provide personal care and support to individuals in their homes, assisting with daily living activities and basic healthcare tasks. I help with tasks like bathing, dressing, and eating, meal...
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Caregiver

Akron, OH

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Bianca. I love helping people . High school prepped me for some of my best experiences taking care of people. I am trained to take care of people with a multitude of disabilities. I love to learn. I have worked in home , assisted living , and nursing home facilities. I have taken training for adults with...
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Akron, OH

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$8/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
transportation
errands
respite care
+ 1 more
I have been working in adult care services for nearly 7 years. I specialize in adults and children with disabilities of all sorts. I am comfortable doing just about anything that is needed. I am an STNA and I am certified to pass all medications including insulin and tube feedings.
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Compassionate STNA Offering Senior, Child & Pet Care

Akron, OH

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
errands
home modification
transportation
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Alexis (aka Lexie)! I'm a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) with experience in home and facility care. I provide compassionate senior, child, and pet care, supporting daily activities, companionship, and specialized needs. As a proud dog mom to two pups, I love treating every family member, human or furry, with...
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Akron, OH

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am a former special education teacher at Julie Billiart. I have experience working with and teaching kids 8 weeks to 12 years old in a day care setting, as a nanny, and in schools. I am currently in grad school working on my doctorate in occupational therapy.
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Care Giver

Akron, OH

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$21/hr
Hello, My name is Marie. I'm a person who is very compassionate, nurturing, respectful, patient, confident, and modest. I encourage and uplift everyone around me and treat others the way that you would want to be treated. I carry myself in a very respectable manner and believe that your character & appearance can significantly...
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I'd Love To Help Out Where I Can!

Akron, OH

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hey there! I've been working with individuals with developmental disabilities for about 6 years as a job coach, job trainer, and adult day service provider. I also have been an independent provider for 7 months.
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Akron, OH

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Hello, My name is Gideon. I have four years of working experience as a caregiver. I am currently a student at Ohio State University. I am certified by the state of Ohio in a Department of developmental disability. I also category one medication administration. I also have first aid and CPR certification. I enjoy caring for...
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  • 60 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.48/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs adult care is 5.0

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in Akron, OH

Special Needs Adult Care in Akron, OH are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care

Deborah J.

Deb is an exceptionally caring person who believes elderly individuals should be given the highest amount of respect. Her focus extends...

- Audrey T.

Gennifer P.

The caregiver never showed up, so I need you guys to fix this. You say my account has not been charged, but why is she being asked to be...

- Care member

Deborah J.

Deborah is AMAZING. She is a wonderful advocate for elders, people with special needs, and children. Deborah was the primary caretaker for...

- Megan H.

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