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Stephanie T.

Expert Senior Caregiver

Hickory, NC

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
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...

Jennifer B. says "Stephanie is amazing! Couldn't care for my mother without her."

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Hickory, NC

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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...
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Companion

Hickory, NC

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
home modification
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
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...
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Hickory, NC

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am in between jobs looking to feel my time with something productive and fulfilling! I am outgoing and able to get along with a wide variety of people. I have past experience as a medical assistant and working with Salt Lake County Adaptive Recreation in their wheelchair basketball and dinner/dance programs. This allowed me to...
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Cna & Med-Tech

Hickory, NC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm a CNA for 27 years also a Med-Tech for 19 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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Fun And Creative Caregiver

Hickory, NC

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$12/hr
3 years experience
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...
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Part Time Caregiver

Hickory, NC

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$10/hr
6 years experience
I have been working with children with disabilities for the last 4 years now. I have met some of the strongest willed individuals working with these children and they truly make you look at life in a different way. They have taught me a lot about myself and the world we take for granted. I have learned to sign the basics and...
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Professional, Caring, Active And Fun Caregiver!

Hickory, NC

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Hello~ My name is Cathi and I would embrace caring for your loved one. I am the mother of 3 VERY active boys and enjoy life to the fullest. I have been lucky and blessed to have been such an intricate part of their lives. They are older now and MOM wants to get out and help others. I have cared for elderly clients with...
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Mature And Experienced Healthcare Professional.

Granite Falls, NC

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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...

Diane L. says "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...

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Conover, NC

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
transportation
light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm 22 years old and live in the Conover area. I am in school to become a sonographer. I have experience in childcare, senior care and special needs. I believe patience and kindness help build a strong foundation when caring for others I will be available for senior and child care as well as special needs assistance. I look...
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Conover, NC

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm 22 years old and live in the Conover area. I am in school to become a sonographer. I have experience in childcare, senior care and special needs. I believe patience and kindness help build a strong foundation when caring for others I will be available for senior and child care as well as special needs assistance. I look...
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Granite Falls, NC

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Experienced caregiver of over 10 years working with children. elderly, and developmental disabilities.
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Lincolnton, NC

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience
Companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have 10 years experience with care with the elderly and dementia . I have my CNA. respect and dignity is a very big part of care . cleaning. meal preparation and laundry. I have a reference. I also can Perform the needs of special need patients . if you have any questions please message me . I have references and phone numbers...

Caitlin B. says "Michelle is an outstanding caregiver! She really treats her people like family! I have used her many times and would use her again!"

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Sherrills Ford, NC

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
I am a kind and caring person. I have experience with special needs from working at a children's home. We had children from all walks of life with all manner of issues. My daughter is a special needs teacher in North Carolina and I often visit with her and her class. I simply love caring for others.

Care Member says "Joni is a loving caretaker to my daughter. She is professional, punctual and trustworthy. I highly recommend Joni!!!"

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Lincolnton, NC

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$10/hr
5 years experience
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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Sherrills Ford, NC

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have a bachelors degree in special education and worked at a Middle school teaching children with special needs. Understanding and getting to know children as individuals is something I pride myself in. Each child is uniquely themselves and I love learning about them as individuals.
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Caregiver

Valdese, NC

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$17/hr
About me: I'm reliable and trustworthy. "personality"/"attitude" of the person im going to take care dont matter to me. Safe workplace where your family will not physically hurt or assault me, I'm good! I will show up for work EVERYDAY unless personal emergency/appt. If I need to be absent, I will call ahead of time. I was a...
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Taylorsville, NC

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Hannah, I'm 21 and I'm an RBT! I've been working with kids most of my life. I've been a daycare teacher for 3 years, was an EC bus monitor, and now an RBT for over a year! Please feel free to reach out with any questions!
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Lincolnton, NC

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$18/hr
I have worked in and managed many group homes with many years experience dealing with developmental delays and different disabilities in children and adults!
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I'm Currently Looking For Home Care Working Throughout The Week First Or Second Shift.

Lincolnton, NC

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I currently bathe, give medication, cook, grocery shop, clean, work with individual transport, clothing shop.
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  • 25 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.88/hr as of May 2026

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

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in Hickory, NC

Special Needs Adult Care in Hickory, NC are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 25 listed special needs adult care

Stephanie T.

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

- Jennifer B.

Keysha W.

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...

- Diane L.

Michelle P.

Michelle is an outstanding caregiver! She really treats her people like family! I have used her many times and would use her again!

- Caitlin B.

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