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Diana B.

Yoga Teacher, Ayurvedic Practitioner, Assistant For Special Needs

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I am experienced in providing yoga classes to individuals and groups with special needs. I have also been employed in the capacity of an assistant at special needs counseling center; providing the various staff members (clinicians, owner, and teachers) with assistance in whatever capacity is needed. References are...

Rhonda G. says "Diana is hard working and focused. She helped me with a number of items from packing up my house to prepare to move, selling items, changing address,...

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Brie G.

Special Needs Caregiver

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My career development includes connecting with clients in a considerate way, working hard to bridge communication gaps to improve relations, and years working with mental /physical/ behavioral disabilities. Special needs guidance through one-to-one personal care with autistic, abused, neglected, under-served, brain injuries,...
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Cherie H.

Loving And Patient Person To Care For Your Loved One.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Companionship
dementia
personal care
I absolutely adore being around elders and helping them. I'd just say it's in my nature to care for people of all ages but especially the elderly. I use to be a hair dressers many years ago and would actually go to my elderly clients homes and help with chores bathing and cleaning. I am also the mother of a 27-year-old special...

Ezra C. says "Beyond grateful to have an opportunity to work with Cherie. She has a wonderful personality, dependable, caring, and ready to help when needed. ***...

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Julie B.

Senior Support

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
companionship
respite care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
AVAILABILITY: Flexible time to help your loved one! Great as backup or Sub.. My past work experience includes many years in a hospital environment (1984 through 1998), child care director (1998 through 2006), special needs support for adults on the spectrum (2006 through 2020), senior care support/management (2017 through the...

Care Member says "Julie was a great caregiver for our elderly mom. She is very thoughtful and kind and always “went the extra mile“ in trying to make our mom comfortable...

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Sneha R.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
live-in home care
personal care
Hello! I am looking for a wonderful family to work with. I am 19 years old (currently in college) looking to share my knowledge, creativeness, and love with seniors. I am CPR and First Aid Certified. I also have experience in caring for children with special needs and seniors with debilitating neurodegenerative diseases....

Melissa D. says "Sneha is a delightful person to work with. We had great communication before the job. She planned to be early just in case there were any hiccups. She...

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Widdienne D.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
respite care
live-in home care
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Widdienne, and I am a 33year-old part-time student at Texas State University, pursuing a degree in Health Care Administration. I am a dedicated, trustworthy, compassionate, and hardworking professional with extensive experience in caregiving. Over the years, I have worked with children, the elderly, and individuals...

Lisa M. says "Widdienne is very thoughtful and hardworking. She took excellent care of my daughter with special needs. We love her and I highly recommend her."

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Tiffany H.

Patient Care Technician And Residential Trainer

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! My previous work: St. David's South as a Patient Care Technician; I worked very hard :) I also worked at Marbridge Community as a Resident Trainer. Recently, I just finished 3 years of taking care of a quadriplegic man in his home. And presently I work with a wonderfully sweet woman in her home. I genuinely...

Taylor S. says "Tiffany was wonderful with my father who has an acquired brain injury. She helped keep his home well maintained, his clothes fresh, and went above and...

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Brie G.

Considerate Companion

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
mobility assistance
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm an attentive caregiver that is sensitive to other's needs. My strength is connecting with clients in a considerate way while working hard to bridge communication gaps. For many years I've worked with under-served, senior, low-income, children, pets, plus many disabilities, such as: Mental /physical/ behavioral...

Care Member says "Brie embodies the word caregiver. She brings positive, loving, grateful energy into our home. She’s always proactively looking for a way to help. She...

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Amarantha R.

Part Time Available

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello there highly motivated & compassionate individual with a strong educational background and passion for nurturing young minds. I hold a BA in Psychology and am pursuing my Master's degree. I have hands-on experience as an RBT where I provide ABA therapy to children on the spectrum. I have extensive training in behavior...

Debbie G. says "Wow. What a tremendous young lady. She was a perfect fit for the care we needed for our son. Thank you!"

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Alyssa W.

Hello Families!

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience
I have three years of experience working with disabilities such as autism, cerebral palsy, and gtubes. I absolutely love working with disability, it makes my heart happy. I love being a caretaker and am pursuing a career in physical therapy one day. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as swim instructor certified! I would...
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Ashley K.

Compassionate Helper And Friend

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My first experience with caregiving was living with my grandma for 11 years through her late stage Alzheimer's. From a young age I've had a passion for caring for others, no matter our differences. I have worked professionally as an in-home disability caregiver for 12 years, for clients with different ages, backgrounds,...

Shannon D. says "My family is so thankful to have her help!"

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Rosemarie T.

Caregiver Of Many Hats

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
1 year experience
I'm a QMAP/ caregiver. Love animals. Will honestly probably try to be your best friend if you let me

Christina S. says "She is very reliable and will do a great job."

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Amy A.

Experienced, Responsible, Fun Mom And Caregiver

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a nanny and caregiver / Attendant for many years, working with both developmentally disabled and neurotypical children from newborns to teens. . I am CPR / First Aid certified. I am fully vaccinated and boosted against Covid -19. I bring my history of parenting, art background and sense of humor to the job. I'm...

Care Member says "I can't recommend Amy enough. As a mom to a special needs daughter, she is patient and kind. She is also very engaged and always looking for activities...

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Widdienne D.

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$24/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Widdienne I have been working as Home Health Aide for over six years. l am CPR and first aid certified. I love been part of the health field. I'm a currently a junior student a Texas State University studying Health Care Administration. I work with children, the elderly, and special needs. I find passion in...
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Sophie B.

Part Time Care Giver

Austin, TX

4.0(1)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi my name is Sophie. I am in College to be a Elementary Special Education Teacher. I have worked with lots of kids with Disabilities. (Autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, etc.) I just got home from working in an orphanage school and hospital in Ghana Africa. I love to play games, crafts and other fun things. I would love to come meet...

Kevin J. says "My brother has Down syndrome so unfortunately he can not care for himself even though he is a adult. I wanted to find a care giver that would treat him...

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Anita A.

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Anita I'm currently pursuing a degree in psychology and social sciences. I'm a Behavioral specialist who works with special needs kids from ages 2 to 18 but I also have experience working with adults ages 18 to 95. My experience as far as adults is I've worked at senior living communities and I also worked for...

Yolanda B. says "I needed a caretaker for my autistic son last minute. She was ready and available to help. She looked after him and made sure his meals were according to...

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Kari C.

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! A little about me... I'm a mother of 17-year-old twins and I have soon to be 8-year-old! I was a SAHM until my oldest boys started school. I then started working/subbing for the school district. I have cared for children in daycare settings and being a nanny. I have years experience with special needs as my oldest has...
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Shanette J.

Caregiver

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have worked as a caregiver for over 20 years. I love helping others and making a difference in one's life. I have worked with individuals with ADD/ADHD, depression, Cerebral Palsy, Schizophrenic disorder, Bipolar disorder, wheel chair bound, and Dementia/Alzheimer. I have worked with people in their home and also in a...

John S. says "My house has never been as clean and organized thanks to Shanette! She is punctual and very efficient. Shanette was exactly what our home need. We highly...

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Aimee C.

Nurse Aide

Austin, TX

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
Compassionate caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional care to the elderly and disabled. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, including medication administration, meal preparation and personal care.

Care Member says "Aimee is a wonderful caregiver! She helped manage meds and be an empathetic companion for my parents! Couldn’t be more grateful! "

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Brianna A.

Austin, TX

5.0(0)
from
$14/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For several years I have cared for my two sisters that have Willams Syndrome. I have volunteered for special olympics throughout my high school years, assisting the kids and adults with basic skills needed to play the sports. I enjoy their presence as it's filled with love & would love to care for your children! I am open and...
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  • 192 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.46/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs adult care is 4.6

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in Austin, TX

Special Needs Adult Care in Austin, TX are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 57 reviews of the 192 listed special needs adult care

Diana B.

Diana is hard working and focused. She helped me with a number of items from packing up my house to prepare to move, selling items, changing...

- Rhonda G.

Cherie H.

Beyond grateful to have an opportunity to work with Cherie. She has a wonderful personality, dependable, caring, and ready to help when...

- Ezra C.

Julie B.

Julie was a great caregiver for our elderly mom. She is very thoughtful and kind and always “went the extra mile“ in trying to make our mom...

- Care member

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