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Joan D.

Full Time/ Part Time

Toms River, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have many enjoyable years in the caregivers field... I worked for Crystal Run Village for 10 years and just recently worked as a para-educator.
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Enjoy Working With People

Toms River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Medical Management. Also, day to day needs. Companionship, meals. Easy going and reliable. Enjoy people and a good laugh. I'm reliable and trustworthy. I was in the corporate world for a long time which I left to take care of a good friend who was disabled...

NANCY P. says "We were so very fortunate to have found Teresa at a time when we required help in taking care of my elderly mother. Teresa has such love & compassion in...

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Toms River, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi I have over 25 years experience in special education. Please message me if you think I would be a good fit.
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Mom And Mimi Of Mentally Ill Children

Brick, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I Have 5 children 37-20 and 6 grands- I have 3 children and 2 grands with severe anxiety, Asperger's, ADHD, Bipolar, BPD, perceptual impairment and CBD. I care for 2 other children who are severely Autistic and I love working with these special angels. I direct, guide and show positive reinforcement and also have immense...
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Part Time After School And Weekends Caregiver

Brick, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working in the school system for about 15 years. I have worked with children as young as 3 months to 55 yrs old adults, I have also worked with the Special needs population all with many different disabilities. I have experience with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Food Allergies, Mobility Challenge, Rhett...
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Brick, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
My name is Sesilia, I'm 57 years old I leave in Brick NJ, I'm Certified Home Health Aide for 23 Years of experienced, also Certified Physical Therapy Aide, I have experience how to operate Hoyer lift, in past I worked in Sunrise Assisted Living in Bricktown, have experience working with clients different illnesses and...

Care Member says "I cannot say enough about Sesilia. We hired her to help a family member who was having continuous falls. . After many aids through an agency, a dear...

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Part-Time Caregiver

Howell, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I have over two years experience with special needs and over 10 years experience with senior care. I currently care for a 27-year-old young lady with Rett Syndrome part time. She is non verbal and requires help eating, bathing, dressing and toileting. She attends an adult program, music and art class. I am responsible, caring...

Wendy P. says "Karen is working with our 25 year old daughter who has special needs. Karen has embraced this position and is connecting with our daughter beyond our...

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Part Time Care Giver

Brick, NJ

4.2(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I worked in a group home for going on 5 years now with 3 older ladies and 5 guys with special needs , everyday I prepared them dinner give them showers snacks and meds I am BLS certified and Med certified and love doing what I do ... I also work in hospital in operating room where helping people means everything to me

Johanna P. says "We were fortunate to hire Shanice at a very stressful and critical time. Our non-verbal daughter who has autism and epilepsy has been in a skilled...

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Retired Nurse/very Flexible!

Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
home modification
dementia
I am a retired Registered Nurse and my children are all grown. My time is very flexible and I truly enjoy providing companionship and taking care of people. My strengths are patience, positivity and high energy! I was on the board of our newly formed Point Pleasant Senior Committee the past 2 years and continue to learn about...

Care Member says "Adriane is a tremendous care giver who truly cares about the people she is taking care of. She also has a team of people who are the same way. They are...

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Special Needs Experienced

Toms River, NJ

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm a creative free spirit who loves to have fun in a happy and safe atmosphere. I enjoy working with children, the elderly, and animals; I am a helper at heart. I work as a behavior therapist for people with autism. My background in behavior and education has helped me navigate different situations while providing care. Looking...
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Experienced loving caregiver available

Howell, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working as a nanny for the past 13 years caring for children of all ages. Before I became a nanny I was employed as a bus aide for physically and mentally disabled children and then spent about a year caring for adults in a group home setting. Although I have not cared for anyone with special needs since that time I...
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Brick, NJ

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I provide professional and comfortable services to my clients. I will be happy to serve you with personal care and others
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Part Time Caregiver

Belmar, NJ

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$15/hr
I currently do not have any experience. But, I have a strong compassion for caring for all types of situations and people. I have been a caregiver for 6 years. I also have current references.
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Special Needs Nanny

Belmar, NJ

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hello my name is Kendall and I have been working with children for 10 years. I have been an assistant in many classrooms with children of all kinds. I have worked with special needs (Autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, behavioral disorders, adhd, odd, schizophrenia), as well as typical children. I currently...
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Mature & Experienced Caretaker Of Children, With Special Needs And Otherwise

Brick, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a mom of four, one that I cared for with special needs for 20 years before his passing eight years ago. I am familiar with seizure disorders, tube feedings, suctioning, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, transferring, lifting, autistic behaviors (ABA), and of course the care of children without such special needs. I...
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Toms River, NJ

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$18/hr
I have many years of experience working with all ages along the life span! I also have a 2nd degree in Rehabilitative Services and worked with children and adults with developmental disabilities! Experience included participating in Special Olympics and held events that included my sorority sisters in engaging with special needs...
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Part Time Senior Caregiver

Toms River, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience with dementia, stroke, Parkinson, and elderly care. I worked at St Barnabas Med ctr for 10 years in CCU. I am a very passionate woman who will treat your spouse or partner with dignity joy and laughter, I am not afraid of hard work in fact love when that improves the happiness and well being of my...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Brick, NJ

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with pre-school through adults with special needs. ie: M. D., Autism for the last 15 years. I am a loving, sensitive, nurturing caretaker. I have performed all phases in caretaking on a daily basis. ie: feeding, hygiene, work group, behavior management, transporting. I enjoy making a difference in each and...
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Brick, NJ

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hi there! My names Jaimee and I've been a direct support professional for 4 years. I provide essential assistance and care to individuals with disabilities or special needs. This includes supporting them in daily activities, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication administration, and transportation. I also assist...
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Toms River, NJ

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm a positive and passionate care giver I currently work as a paraprofessional at a special needs school and love what I do I have experience working with all types of disabilities and ages ranging from infants to 17. With me you will never have to worry about your child as I provide a safe and loving environment for your child...
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  • 60 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.75/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in Lakewood, NJ

Special Needs Adult Care in Lakewood, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care

Teresa K.

We were so very fortunate to have found Teresa at a time when we required help in taking care of my elderly mother. Teresa has such love &...

- NANCY P.

Sesilia A.

I cannot say enough about Sesilia. We hired her to help a family member who was having continuous falls. . After many aids through an...

- Care member

Karen G.

Karen is working with our 25 year old daughter who has special needs. Karen has embraced this position and is connecting with our daughter...

- Wendy P.

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