Find special needs adult care in Hickory, NC that you’ll love

23 special needs adult care are listed in Hickory, NC

The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 8 years

Special needs adult care in Hickory, NC

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Nancy F.


Hickory, NC

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Companion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello... A little about me... I have a passion for helping people, kids and elderly adults. I have 3 grown children and moved from NH to Vero 5 years ago. I recently resigned from my job as it was keeping me away from home for weeks. I have previous home care experience including Alzheimer's/dementia. I will gladly do...
Nancy can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Nancy has given my family peace of mind that my parents are well cared for. Excellent care and dependable. Couldn't ask for anything more. So grateful."

Mary Jo K.

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Stephanie T.


Hickory, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a special needs/senior caregiver that is looking to care for you or your loved one. In my past cases I have, administered medications, changed Foley catheters, transferred to a wheelchair, bathed, dressed, prepared meals and more for my patients. I have reliable transportation and a clean driving record. Some of my...
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Carla W.


Hickory, NC

$12-13/hr10 yrs exp

I began working in health care in 1995. I've worked in every facility and all age ranges from infant, teens with disabilities such as down syndrome. I have two nieces with Downs. I have also worked in home health, assisted living and at a neuro hospital in the Asheville area. I have cared fo3 residents with Alzheimer's to severe...
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Lisa P.


Hickory, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Cna & Med-Tech

I'm a CNA for 20 years also a Med-Tech for 10 years I have experience in small children as well as senior citizens I have worked privately as well as nurses homes and assisted living I have g-tube experience I have worked with Down syndrome heart problems and pacemakers I am CPR certified
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Amisha G.


Hickory, NC

$18-19/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked in healthcare in different settings/roles over the last 12-13yrs. Im very trustworthy, honest, and dependable. Im currently a medical assistant and will be off Fri-Sun in the next week or so. I love, love, love animals!! Well except for rats, snakes, spiders, etc. I do want to ask a question; I have a chihuaua,...
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Breanna Q.


Hickory, NC

$12/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Caregiver

Hi I'm breannna I'm very familiar with working with special needs children. I have worked in childcare setting/daycare with special needs children before. I also have a learning disability TSC to be honest since childhood and was in special needs classes in school so I have the patience and understanding for children with...

Stephanie T.


Hickory, NC

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been in the healthcare/medical field for over 20 years. I have worked with children and adults. Some of my patients have had physical or mental disabilities (blind, spinal cord injury, broken hip, dementia, CP) and some, just old age. I have experience working with people that suffer from dementia/alzheimers. I love being...

Stephanie T.


Hickory, NC

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Expert Senior Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Stephanie and I have been caring for seniors and the disabled for over 20 years. I have managed medications, range of motion, bathing, dressing, wound care and more. I am able to provide transportation to and from Dr's appointments, the grocery store and an afternoon out and about. I enjoy reading a good book and...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, companionship, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Stephanie is amazing! Couldn't care for my mother without her."

Jennifer B.

Michelle M.


Hickory, NC

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Elderly Companion With A Lifetime Of Experience

Hi! My name is Michelle and I just joined care. com because I want to find work doing what I love most and that is taking care and spending time with the elderly, special needs individuals and animals. I have a lifetime of experience and I am truly looking forward to sharing the experiences I have had, as well as building on...
Michelle can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia & more
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Keysha W.


Granite Falls, NC

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced Healthcare Professional.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Keysha. I have experience in nursing home, hospital, internal medicine and urgent care settings. I have worked with infants-elderly patients. I am a confident person and love what I do. I look at all patients and treat them as if they were my family. I have a very caring heart and aim to meet all needs for each...
5.0
"Keysha has been with us since the beginning of the year and we are so lucky to have found her. She is very kind to us and my son just thinks the world of her. She goes above and beyond what is asked of her. She is dependable which is very important to me. She has a...

Diane L.

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Maribel R.


Conover, NC

$15-25/hr

Special Education Teacher

I have 2 years of experience in Special education (adapted curriculum). I graduated with my Bachelor's degree from Appalachian State University. I work with students from ages 11-15.
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Madison B.


Granite Falls, NC

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Madison....

Hi, my name is Madison and I am 18 years old. I am currently a senior in high school and can't describe how passionate I am about kids/teens with special needs. I was, and currently still am, in a club at my high school called 'Project Unify'. I have been involved in it since I was 12 years old in 6th grade. I got the...
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Reyna P.


Conover, NC

$15-35/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I am 19 years old and live in the Conover area. I'm in my second year of college to become an RN. i'm currently a CNA and specialize in memory care. I will be available for senior and child care, special needs and science tutoring.
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Melanie B.


Conover, NC

$15/hr10 yrs exp

20 Year Experienced Caregiver

Hello! A little about me, I have 20 years experience in different settings of health care. This includes working with individuals with developmental disabilities, working for different home health agencies, and doing private in home health care. \nI have experience with: personal care including showering/bed baths, meal prep,...
Melanie can also help with: Errands, home modification, hospice services, companionship, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

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Hilda L.


Lincolnton, NC

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Would Love To Be A Companion For Elderly Person

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've spent my life caring for others and am really fulfilled by it. I've raised my own four children, have 4 grandchildren and have worked with elderly people and with adults with special needs in the past. I also have experience in work as a nursing assistant. I have a 93-year-old mother who is blind and I have traveled to...
Hilda can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, personal care, live-in home care & more
5.0
"Hilda worked for me for several months. She is a very nice, caring person who takes pride in her work. I would hire her again. She goes above and beyond to do an extra good job. If circumstances were different for me, she would still be in my employment....

Norma M.

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Alia A.


Vale, NC

$20/hr3 yrs exp

CNA With A Big Heart.

I'd describe my personality as caring, big hearted, and a little goofy. I like caring for seniors because its a special place in my heart. I'm looking for a job that I can provide top notch care and do some good for some people who need help. I started caring for seniors when I was a young girl passing out clothing...
Alia can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

I've worked with multiple children on the autism spectrum. I've also worked with developmentally (speech) delayed children and children with emotionally problems! I'm loving, patient, and kind, so I can give your child(ren) all the time and affectionate attention they deserve!
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Emily B.


Vale, NC

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Care For Your Loved One, special needs caregiver

Hello! I am a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking to provide excellent care and compassion for your loved one.
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Kaitlyn G.


Maiden, NC

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Occupational Therapy Student (Nanny)

My name is Kaitlyn and I am 26 years old. I am a pediatric occupational therapist full time. I have a master's degree in Occupational Therapy, bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Child and Family Development. I have years of experience working with children both as a occupational therapist, respite care provider,...
I am not certified in special needs but I have worked for a company whose primary focus was helping those with special needs. I absolutely love helping people. I am a very caring individual. I am reliable and trustworthy. I take care of those with nothing but love and respect.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Hickory, NC

Nancy F.

5.0

Nancy was the best- my wife had vascular dementia and sometimes very difficult- Nancy was patient, caring, kind and a great companion for my wife. She suffered a stroke and couldn’t walk or stand. We could not care for her, I entered her in a memory care facility. Nancy left, I would recommend her...

- Care member

Stephanie T.

5.0

Stephanie is amazing! Couldn't care for my mother without her.

- Jennifer B.

Keysha W.

5.0

Keysha has been with us since the beginning of the year and we are so lucky to have found her. She is very kind to us and my son just thinks the world of her. She goes above and beyond what is asked of her. She is dependable which is very important to me. She has a huge heart and just an all around...

- Diane L.

Hilda L.

5.0

Hilda worked for me for several months. She is a very nice, caring person who takes pride in her work. I would hire her again. She goes above and beyond to do an extra good job. If circumstances were different for me, she would still be in my employment. Anyone would benefit from the services...

- Norma M.

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