Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in Grimes, IA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children and adults with special needs for 5 years. My experience was with people with Down Syndrome, autism, Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, mild to severe MR, and more.

Hello! My name is Evalyn but my nickname is Evy. I am the oldest of 3 siblings and have experience with some disorders within them all which can at times be challenging, but I believe patients and understanding is key to building healthy trusted relationships with the people you care about. I am a very tidy person and I love to...

Debra M.

Grimes, IA

$20-22/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part-Time Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I spent 4 years working with Lutheran Services of Iowa, Candeo, and Link Associates, where I provided care and support to people living with mental disabilities and mental illness. I also assisted my father-in-law for several years with the care of his wife, who was living with Alzheimer's/Dementia. I cared for my mother-in-law...

Debra can also help with: Visiting physician, dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care

Bailey G.

Grimes, IA

$5-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver

I've been around special needs since I was born, besides having a brother with special needs my grandmother cared for special needs most of her life and allowed me to help whenever I could. I have a natural gift for it and enjoy becoming their friend. I helped with a special needs PE in my 9th grade year but unfortunately wasn't...

Jenna R.

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapy Experience

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a patient, caring, intelligent individual who has lots of experience working with children. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology with a focus in the Arts. I enjoy creative activities, pretend play, and stimulating learning. I have some tips and tricks for shaping behavior, and experience in positive cognitive...

5.0

"I worked with Jenna as her supervisor, working with youth on the Autism spectrum. She was hardworking, friendly, and dependable. She was able to use the likes of her clients to build a relationship and help them learn. If I could help it, I'd have her continue to...

Ashley M.

Narda S.

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Narda. I am 30 years old, I'm Brazilian. I live in Chelsea MA, have a car and allowed to drive in the USA. I am very responsible, dynamic, ethical and careful. I love children and want to help with anything you need. I can cook. I'm not a smoker and I'm not illegal in the country. I have references to analyze my...

Denetra M.

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Great Care Taker.

5.0

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I have been in this career for at least 20 years. I have experience with elderly, mental health and those with special needs. I love what I do, am very passionate and I have patience. Am also a pet lover. Am dependable, honest and will do whatever it's takes to make clients happy. I love people and caring for them. I have great...

5.0

"Dee is dependable, hard working and accountable. She communicates well with staff and clients. Dee is also an excellent advocate in the office and for the client."

Alice C.

Paulette S.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have worked with children and adults who have experienced abuse.

Naomi M.

Clive, IA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Caregiver / Nurse Aid

5.0

(3)

I am a compassionate person who loves taking care of people. I am a CNA with lots of experience working over 10 years in this field as a caregiver and CNA. have passion helping people, respectful of others boundaries. I am very energetic and honest person. I work very hard and always reliable. I have compassion in helping...

Naomi can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, dementia, personal care

Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0

"She is reliable and a compassionate person"

Rael K.

Denetra M.

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Denetra can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, errands, dementia & more

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Super fast response! Very caring and dependable!"

Gretchen H.

Lydia S.

Urbandale, IA

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Lydia!

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the past couple years I have gotten my both my basic and advanced CNA. I have worked in a nonprofit pediatric care unit and am very passionate about what I do! I'm pretty easy going and love to hang out with others. Hope to meet you and your family soon!

3.0

"Lydia committed to specific hours but was also in school so when got busy didn't want to work. She quit by text without notice. Paid her more in training than she actually worked. She would work best with very high functioning individuals or babysitting."

Kathryn C.

Stephanie M.

$8-13/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 10+ years caring for elderly and special needs in group homes and facilities. I worked as a CNA for 3 years and am currently working full time with Unity Point at Home as an occupational therapy assistant. In August 2024 I will be returning to school to get my doctorate in Occupational Therapy as well.

Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more

Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

Kendra S.

Waukee, IA

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a Certified Nurses Aid and have been working with the adults in nursing homes as well as assisted living facilities. I also have experience working with special needs children and adults as well as blind and deaf children and adults. I have class 9am-11 a.m. and 3:00pm-4:45 p.m. most days but other than those times I'm...

Emma L.

Waukee, IA

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! I currently work as a Special Education Associate! Looking for daytime hours. I have experience with children and young adults with disabilities!

Elisa J.

$16-41/hr • 5 yrs exp

Bachelor's Degree Holder In The Healthcare Industr

I like diversity, it help me learn and understand people different from me. And it also helps me learn many different experiences by being around different kind of people especially the want that need my help to make his/her day better. I like to help disabled people to help make their lives easier, because I have the patiences,...

Elisa can also help with: Mobility assistance, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more

Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

Rachel S.

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Speech Therapist

Hello. I am a speech therapist by trade. I have experience working with both children and adults. I have experience both personally and professionally with autism diagnoses I currently specialize in dementia care and neurological disorders. I am comfortable with transfer and personal care needs. If I don't know how to complete a...

Sanjana S.

$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Behavioral Therapist In DSM Area

Hello! My name is Sanji and I am currently a 21-year-old student at Drake University. I have about 7 years of babysitting experiences. I have taken care of infants, toddlers, elementary, middle, and high school kids. I also have a background as a behavioral therapist in special needs care, specifically children with Autism...

Chastity P.

Urbandale, IA

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced In ALL Ages And Abilities

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently, I work part time as a Special Education associate and have for almost 8 years. I also, work part time with private clients on Supported Community Living goals and have for 7 years. In both jobs, I have worked with all abilities, but mostly Autism, behavioral, and Down Syndrome. I have volunteered at GiGi's Playhouse...

Aliyha T.

$25-50/hr • 15 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as loving, patient, caring I like caring for seniors because I love knowing that I make a difference I'm looking for a job that has a flexibility I started caring for seniors when I had my medication aide license and saw that I'm making a different In my spare time, I like to spenyrime with my...

Aliyha can also help with: Meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more

Annamaria L.

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp