Find Top Special Needs Adult Care Near Me in Lafayette, CA

Hi, my name is Josiane and I am a caring, patient loving person and have recommendations inside and outside the country!

My older sister has developmental disabilities and I've always felt good about offering support to those with special needs. I have experience especially with young adults and children with special needs and have worked one on one and in special needs classrooms as a volunteer and assistant and at social and sporting events. I'm...

Kristine L.

Berkeley, CA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked for 14 years at the Disabled Students Program at UC Berkeley doing electric and manual wheelchair repair as well as fabricating adaptive aids. Something I discovered about myself: I'm handy and creative but more than anything, I love working with people. I have also worked with mentally disabled adults on Cape Cod and...

5.0

"Kristine did an excellent job packing up my daughter's storage unit and shipping her items home. She was very kind and did a great job!"

Trish O.

Hilda W.

$20-40/hr • 8 yrs exp

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I became a caregiver because I have a passion for helping people with special needs. Through my past experiences, I have acquired skills and abilities highly relevant to the Caregiver position: Track record of providing assistance to elderly in activities of daily living. Well versed in motivating clients to enjoy their...

Hilda can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, home modification, live-in home care, dementia & more

5.0

"We just love Hilda and she really does well with my Mom and is so nice. Highly recommend her."

Jodie G.

Silvia H.

Alamo, CA

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

(6)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I've been working for an elderly couple, both with dementia, and it has taught me so much, I love doing this job. I do everything I can for them. I really like to interact with them and do activities with the elderly. I love to cook fresh meals every day. I also provide care for a physically disabled person. I provided care...

Silvia can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Silvia is very responsible, friendly, knowledgeable at her work and mostly importantly has tremendous love and care for her patients. Her work is exceeding our expectations. Anyone will be very happy with her by your side at the moment you need help the most. My...

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Kyo R.

Walnut Creek, CA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun-Loving Special Needs Nanny

3.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am a very loving, caring, fun and silly mom. I have three wonderful children in college that I am very proud of. I am 51 years old and I have always loved kids, I'm just a natural. I am very reliable and very responsible. I am very silly but firm with a lot of love. I have been watching kids for over 35 years and special...

5.0

"Kyo has been with my child for the past 2 yrs. She's like our family and my son bonds with her. That's what we really need and they both explore a lot."

Suchitra S.

Jasmine P.

$33/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(7)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I provide health care for elders & person(s) with developmental disabilities. I currently work at an assisted living facility, also working with person(s) with dementia. However I do have private clients. I am a Certified Medical Technician, now attending school for my certification for CNA, with plans to follow up as a RN

Jasmine can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care & more

Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

5.0

"She's very passionate and ambitious and will help anyone in need. She's a great mother and friend! "

Wyvina D.

Aline L.

El Cerrito, CA

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher In Different Subjects

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a experienced teacher and I have worked with students with different skills. In my years of teaching I have had students with different disorders so I have the knowledge about it and I have implemented strategies that help students to achieve their educational progress.

5.0

"Aline was a terrific in classroom aide for our son. Punctual, professional, a great communicator, observant, diplomatic and her teaching skills really shined. She assisted our son in managing his classroom work and social situations at school. She kept us...

Claire M.

Denice B.

Martinez, CA

$16-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with my child (31 now) with special needs, including ADHD, memory deficits, borderline IQ, Pervasive Development Disorder, PTSD and Autism. I have researched and read much over the years, worked with many professional and parental groups. I also taught in a pharmacy tech school while working at the VA...

Pheng B.

Pleasant Hill, CA

$26-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hi family. I am a special needs caregiver and nanny. I am here to assist you in meeting your kiddos needs. My goal is to contribute in fostering your child's intellectual and physical progress. I currently work at an elementary school as a SSA. I also worked at client's home one on one after school for four years and a family...

5.0

"i got to know Pheng and one of her clients' kids with special needs when encountering them on dog walks. The kid is amazing, but in the wrong, untrained, hands, he'd be more than a handful. Pheng was always kind and considerate, but firm when necessary, and the kid...

Jon R.

Richard D.

Berkeley, CA

$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Richard P.

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm Richard, a multifaceted individual with expertise in marketing, dance, and caregiving. With a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and extensive training in Contemporary Dance from Mexico, I've worked as an Inclusive Dance Instructor, creating safe spaces for self-expression through movement for individuals of all abilities, and...

5.0

"Richard was very insightful when it came to the care of my son."

Darwin M.

Grace M.

Berkeley, CA

$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

I've Been Caring For Elderly Over 5 Years

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been caring for a mentally disabled elderly for over five years now. Looking for a family I can hopefully care for and help in anyway possible.

Grace can also help with: Errands, dementia, respite care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0

"I hired Grace in the summer of 2021 for office assistance and help cleaning out my home! She is amazing not only does she still work for me but she is open to also taking on care giver responsibilities when my nurse is not available! Would recommend her to anyone...

Stevanne A.

Sandra B.

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hospice Certified HHA/CNA Available Part-time.

5.0

(5)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Previous CNA/HHA certification. Hospital and hospice experience. Cardiology, dementia, special needs, post-op and oncology background. All phases of in-home care. BLS/first aide trained.

Sandra can also help with: Dementia, respite care, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0

"I can not say enough kind things about Sandi, she is one of the most caring individuals I have ever met. She is incredibly dependable and reliable, and is able to assist in a wide variety of ways. From keeping my grandmas company, to keeping her engaged, to small...

Mark S.

Carlo U.

$28/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi. I came here in the United States since 2012, since then I have been working as a health care provider. I graduated Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2008, I worked as a volunteer Nurse in our small community for 2 years and worked in a Private Hospital in the Philippines for 1 year and a half before migrating. I worked here...

Carlo can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services & more

Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0

"Carlo (Leo) was a godsend. We needed a caring and understanding individual to help with my dying father-in-law. He was truly an angel sent to us as we had our hands full with my mother-in-law having just been recovering from both wrists broken. Not only did Leo...

Liz M.

Roya S.

Pleasant Hill, CA

$22-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Was A Pediatrician In My Home Country,

5.0

(1)

I have more than 20 years experience with kids and worked with special needs, I have written some books about child development and speech problems that help me in dealing with these kinds of children.

5.0

"Roya is very professional and knowledgeable. She's very kind and caring person ."

Fara F.

Consolee P.

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Warm-Hearted And Experienced Caregiver

4.0

(5)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced caregiver looking for new clients to whom I can provide the best care to improve their quality of life. For the past 13 years, I have been an in-home caregiver for elderly people with various needs and under various conditions. I have provided care for both women and men, including people with mental...

Consolee can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, respite care

Skills:

CNA

5.0

"I would like to keep her forever if I could because we are simply love her. Consolee has been helping us with our daughter for over eight months now, ever since she was 6 weeks old. I wish we had found her sooner, she was really good with our newborn and we could...

Ying R.

Alexander Z.

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

How are you? My name is Alexander. I am a male caregiver. I have been a caregiver for 19 years. I worked with Quadriplegic, paraplegic , hemiplegic, dementia, deaf, D. D, M. S, ALS, Autism, a guy with no arms and to name few. I have done bowel program, catheter, transfer, personal care, wound skin care, medication reminder,...

Rae C.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former special education teacher. I have a BA in Elementary Education/Special Education. I am a creative, fun, animal friendly, youthful, former teacher, It is my joy to help your family thrive in a positive atmosphere. My hobbies and loves are creating art, healthy cooking, exploring nature, festivals, and of course...

Lakeisha S.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

4.5

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a degree in Kinesiology from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete from childhood-18 yrs.) but when I graduated, there was a change of heart. I have most of my experiences as a mother first, to my beautiful...

5.0

"We worked with Lakeisha early in the pandemic as a daily aide for our 4yo son with disabilities. We were so grateful for her assistance and expertise. She is patient, accommodating, knowledgeable and kind. She assisted in both academic study and...

Arielle B.

Madison M.

$20-32/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Educator

5.0

(1)