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60 special needs adult care are listed in Amherst, NH
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 10 years
Special needs adult care in Amherst, NH
My experience with special Ed has come from my 5-year-old brother who has Down syndrome. I am also a dual major at SNHU where I will be getting my bachelors in both elementary education and special education. I have worked with students that range from needing accommodations to being non-verbal. Through my courses, I have been...
Mikayla H.
Milford, NH
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been involved watching children for 8+ years, in large group settings and individual attention. I have been a consistent babysitter for multiple children ranging in ages from newborn to preteen. I worked as an after-school nanny and childcare provider for small groups of children. I have been a horseback riding instructor...
I am a physical therapist awaiting my license in the state of Montana and can work as a caregiver for this waiting period. I have over 32 years experience providing care for neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, pulmonary and complex medical patients in a variety of settings. I am looking for short term assignments. Ideally this...
Anne V.
Hollis, NH
$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with various levels of special needs children and adults for 20 years. I have done respite care, public school experience from elementary to high school. I have done behavioral work, teaching academics to being in the supermarket. I also have gone into the workforce with special needs teens and adults. I get a lot...
I earned my Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education in 2004. I have worked in the education field since 1996 to present. During those years, I have been an Early Childhood Teacher for infants, toddlers, 3 yr olds, four, and 5-year-olds. Also, been a nanny for a 3-year-old and 1-year-old, paraprofessional at Gossler Park...
I am currently working as a music therapist with adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. While I have only been working with the clientele for a short while, I have developed a passion for working hands on with adults and older adults. I am responsible, respectful, and hard-working! I look forward to working...
Cassadi can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Jessica H.
Litchfield, NH
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver Looking To Care For Your Loved One!
I have been in the human service profession for about 20 years. I began my career doing caregiving providing care to folks with multiple disabilities. I later went on to college to get my degree where I became a BA level social worker. I currently do part time work with an agency in Nashua doing Case Management for adults with...
Jessica can also help with: Companionship, mobility assistance, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Cheryl C.
Bedford, NH
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Reliable and trustworthy and have a few days to give excellent care and companionship. I spent 15 years working with special needs children in a local school district, but now have a flexible schedule! I can provide wonderful references!
Cheryl can also help with: Personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Kerry W.
Hollis, NH
$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kerry, I am a 35-year-old female who has been doing direct support and managing group homes for over 10 years. I have extensive experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia, and traumatic brain injuries. I am very friendly, knowledgeable, independent, with a great sense of humor. My...
Kerry W.
Hollis, NH
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Personal Care Attendant With Flexible Availability
I have over 15 years experience working with adults with developmental disorders, traumatic brain injuries, as well as elder care. I managed a group home for many years as well as worked privately in individual's homes. I bring maturity, patience, and a sense of humor to any work environment. I have experience with assisting at...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mother of two teenage boys, that have asthma and food allergies.
During my time of raising them we have meet the challenges of those special needs successfully. They have learned how to live a full life with their medical issues.
5.0
"I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of...
Adriana G.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with people on the autism spectrum. I have the knowledge of adult services in the NH area. I enjoy photography; videography, reading, trail/ hike walking, watching movies, soccer, golf, bowling, video games, the mall and road trips. I have a part time job but have availability on Thursdays, Friday and Saturday...
5.0
"Nick is extremely dependable and reliable. His communication is great and he asks appropriate questions. Nick does well with higher functioning people and is a great mentor/companion for them. "
Aleece P.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello,
My name is Sherry.
I live in Pelham, NH.
I have been providing private in home care for the past 10 years.
Please check out my reviews from past clients
I come with excellent personal and professional references.
I love what I do!
Sincerely caring
and very detailed in my work
Empathetic, compassionate,...
Sherry can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"She is caring and engaging in the clients she is with. I am a home OT and she was caring for a client I was seeing for OT services. She was open to training from OT and was able to assist the client in safely showering after training."
Meri R.
Pamela T.
Lowell, MA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Social Worker Experienced In Care For Children With Medical And Behavioral Diagnoses
5.0
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Hello, my name is Pamela, and I have worked with multiple number of diagnoses and families. Over the years I have worked with a different number of individuals with anxiety, rare diagnoses, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other behavioral issues.
I have experience with over 15 years working in the mental health field....
5.0
"Pam was asked to assist with my 9 year old child with ADHD and my 10 year old medically complex son. Pam was confident, reliable, and caring. She is also pleasant to be around and very kind with a youthful heart. Pam also was completely flexible when asked to...
Care member
4.0
(3)
I worked as a home health aide for 10 years caring for hospice patients, and children with severe physical and developmental disabilities. I understand how hard and stressful it can be to care for someone.
5.0
"We highly recommend Kathy! She is an amazing caregiver!
Kathy helped my family with our special needs son for several years.
We adore Kathy.She is confident,responsible,and has a natural affinity towards children.
These qualities in her made us feel extremely...
Darlene C.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Susan I am a retired nurse with over 20 years experience. I have worked in all areas of home care. I have a special love for working with the elderly and Alzheimer patients. I have recently been with a family for over two years caring for a sweet man who is intellectually disabled and has autism. I believe...
5.0
"Susan has been everything I had hoped for. Our phone call was super professional and she was genuine. She was very prepared for the interview and the girls adjusted very well! Thank you and welcome! Highly recommend!! "
Gayle O.
Rachel C.
Peterborough, NH
$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Certified, Gentle, Intuitive, Nurturing, Experienced Care Provider
4.4
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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I am a fully vaccinated, certified Personal Care Assistant. I have been a care provider for 5 years, with experience in wound care, Alzheimers/Dementia, med management, mobility assistance, toileting, bathing, cooking, gardening, light cleaning, and organizing/clutter clearing.
I have also been a live-in House Manager at a...
Rachel can also help with: Companionship, personal care, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"My husband suffered an acute neurological decline at the beginning of the year. We had to have a plan going forward. Rachel became an integral part of our family caregiver team. She has helped us navigate the ever challenging physical and emotional journey we...
Helen H.
Heather M.
Windham, NH
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with Community Crossroads giving hands on care and companionship for 26-year-old girl with autism and epilepsy, she is also speech delayed. I also work with an 8-year-old autistic girl which includes pick up from school, dinner preparation and hands on playtime. Weekend days I work with a 50-year-old with...
4.0
"Heather worked with my daughter for a couple of years. She formed an excellent rapport with us however had some difficulty following behavior plans implemented when we realized my daughter had regressed to prior challenging behaviors. The stress was too much and...
Cathy F.
Michael M.
Pelham, NH
$16-50/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Michael I am 21 years old, I am a pre-med student at Umass Amherst. In the summer of 2019, I did an internship with turning point to work with members of the disabled community. We had so
Much fun together, and the people were so loving and caring, I love taking care of people and helping people, because that gives me...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Jacquelyn. I'm very passionate for seniors and people with disabilities. I am a nursing student at ULowell, and enjoy caring for, spending time with, cooking, cleaning, and providing activities, "Daily" for daily living. I have experience in home care, nursing homes, hospitals, long term rehab settings. Advanced hands...
Jacquelyn can also help with: Hospice services, errands, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Jacquelyn helped my family tremendously by providing excellent care to my husband with ALS for the past 4 years. With her skill set, reliability, and compassionate care, I felt at ease knowing my husband was safe in the hands of someone left alone in my home....
Jonathan C.
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Amherst, NH
Heike G.
5.0
I've known Heike for 20 years now and she's always been someone I can go to for helpful advice, especially when it comes to child rearing. She is is an amazing parent, not at all a pushover but still loving and fun. She is the type of mom who's not afraid of projects with her kids, like making...
- Adriana G.
Nick S.
5.0
Nick is extremely dependable and reliable. His communication is great and he asks appropriate questions. Nick does well with higher functioning people and is a great mentor/companion for them.
- Aleece P.
Sherry B.
5.0
She is caring and engaging in the clients she is with. I am a home OT and she was caring for a client I was seeing for OT services. She was open to training from OT and was able to assist the client in safely showering after training.
- Meri R.
Pamela T.
5.0
Pam was asked to assist with my 9 year old child with ADHD and my 10 year old medically complex son. Pam was confident, reliable, and caring. She is also pleasant to be around and very kind with a youthful heart. Pam also was completely flexible when asked to perform or learn new skills for my son...
- Care member
Kathy Q.
5.0
We highly recommend Kathy! She is an amazing caregiver!
Kathy helped my family with our special needs son for several years.
We adore Kathy.She is confident,responsible,and has a natural affinity towards children.
These qualities in her made us feel extremely comfortable leaving our son in her...
- Darlene C.