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Jessica E.

Special Needs Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I believe that it is truly important to know who you are inviting into your home and your child's life. That being said, I am a full-time Nanny now for a family in Melbourne, FL. I have been working for them for little over a year now. You are welcome to meet myself and my family any time. You have access to plenty of references...

Janet I. says "Hope to have her again in the future, great person. Extra activities for the boys who loved the three days with Jessy."

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Special Needs

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Jessica. I am a retired Special Education teacher. My certifications include a Bachelor's in Elementary Education, certification in Special Education, CDA certification in Early Childhood Education. On top of this, I have my American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification and American Red Cross...

Bethany F. says "She works really well with my girls and they enjoy having her around :) . They both have special needs and she is always eager to learn what things to...

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Special Education Advocate / Paralegal / Mom

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a empty nester mom of 3 ASD young adults. Certified Special education advocate / paralegal through University of San Diego School of Law. I am trained but not certified in OT, ABA, CBT, SLP as well as special diets. Happy to help with homework, home school work, planning, organizing, social skills, field trips, cooking,...

Care Member says "Stacey was a lifesaver for us. She worked with our son and tutored him through his entire year in all of his subjects. She was able to help him with his...

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Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hey there! My name is Ashley and I have been a caregiver for seven years. I have worked with people of all ages, from developmental and intellectual disabilities to caring for the elderly with Alzheimer's and dementia, to most recently, spinal cord injury. I take pride in my upbeat positive and outgoing personality as well as my...

Jose L. says "We hired Ashley last minute , she was good at communicating with us and helping watch or 2 1/2 year old daughter . Our daughter doesn't like many people but...

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Melbourne, FL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
Worked 20 hours a week with a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder on daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Collaborated with parents and other caregiver to organize implementation of word games, reading and school-like activities in each daily session...
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"Compassionate And Dedicated Special Needs Caregiver Supporting Unique Abilities"

Melbourne, FL

from
$13/hr
3 years experience
I'm so grateful to be a special needs caregiver, where I get to make a real difference in people's lives. With 3 years of experience, I've learned to approach each person with kindness, patience, and understanding. My goal is to provide personalized support that helps individuals with special needs feel confident, independent,...
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Compassionate & Qualified Nurse & Special Needs Mother

Melbourne, FL

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
As a mother of a 4-year-old with ADHD, ASD & other health issues, I can understand your needs for your loved one. As a nurse, I have 4 years of experience with adolescents as young as 5 years old & as old as 17 years old with mental disorders, seizure disorders, ASD, ADHD & more while working at an Inpatient Psychiatric...
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Melbourne, FL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hello my name is Natasha and I'm your caregiver! I have helped raise all 20 children in my family including my sister with special needs and my own two since I was a teenager and I'm 43 now. I know how to make children feel comfortable, content, and happy and enjoy their time with me. All the kids in my family always want to...
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Certified Care Professional

Melbourne, FL

from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I am a highly experienced professional in health, social, and emotional support care, boasting over a decade of valuable expertise in Emergency Medical and Basic Life Care Services. Throughout my journey, I have had the privilege of assisting diverse groups of individuals, encompassing those with disabilities, undergoing...
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Melbourne, FL

from
$18/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I am CPR certified, Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) HHA certified, and Med Tech certified. I currently work as a Med Tech and HR Assistant at Bethesda Assisted Living on Turkey Creek. What I love most about my role is the bond I share with our residents and the fulfillment I get from caring for others to the best of...
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Melbourne, FL

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$13/hr
Personal care
respite care
I haven't had much experience with caring for seniors however I cared for my mother who was disabled up until the day she passed I also help care for my father who is also somewhat disabled. Many years I have gone to senior care facilities during the holidays and played game with the patients there as well as had singalongs with...
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Experienced Senior /memory Care

Melbourne, FL

from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I used to work in an adult residential care home with six respondents with cognitive disabilities, memory care needs and /or brain injuries in Michigan. I also have personal experience with grandparents with dementia. I've done companion care for a few local families in Brevard County as well and enjoy boating, the beach,...
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Melbourne, FL

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$13/hr
9 years experience
Dementia
errands
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 9-10 yrs of taking care of seniors. I used to work as a CNA but had to stop working due to heart condition and now I am on disability. I have experience in dementia care of 2+ yrs and I did home health for much of the years I was a CNA. I have compassion and heart and love helping others.
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Joy Seeker

Melbourne, FL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Cheryl. I have 20 years of experience bringing "JOY" to patients with disabilities as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. In 2022, I changed career paths from full time SLP to part time caregiver after relocating back to my childhood community. I can help with transportation, shopping, cleaning and personal care....
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Friendly Competent Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am friendly, competent and caring. I am also a widow, mother and grandmother, who has witnessed first hand, the need for dignity and compassion in caring for elderly and disabled individuals. After 20 years in finance, I found caregiving much more satisfying and rewarding than any mortgage/title company or bank position....
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Part-Time Caregiver

Melbourne, FL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
I love caring for the elderly. I like to read to them, take them for walks, talking to them and taking them to the park. I assure all their needs will be met. I cared for my father who was disabled. Just because they are older does not mean you give up on them.
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Passionate And Dedicated Care Giver.

Melbourne, FL

from
$33/hr
5 years experience
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with several years of experience providing care for seniors. I have a strong background in language education and a deep understanding of the unique needs of aging individuals. I am known for being patient and nurturing approach, always putting the needs of individuals first. I have...
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Mental Health/intellectual Disability Specialist

Melbourne, FL

from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Residential supervisor for United Cerebral Palsy /Community living and support services (CLASS) I supported 8 residents & supervised 13 staff.
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Melbourne, FL

from
$20/hr
I have over 2 years experience with kids I'm great with animals, been around them my entire life I'd describe my personality as funny, loving, and caring
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Melbourne, FL

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$14/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Skylar and I live in Crestview Fl. I have not had direct specific schooling for special needs children but I have professionally worked with kids with disabilities in daycares and in high school. I did the helping hands (buddy program) class where for one period a day I would go hang out with my buddies in the...
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  • 60 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.26/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in Melbourne, FL

Special Needs Adult Care in Melbourne, FL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care

Jessica E.

Hope to have her again in the future, great person. Extra activities for the boys who loved the three days with Jessy.

- Janet I.

Jessica M.

She works really well with my girls and they enjoy having her around :) . They both have special needs and she is always eager to learn...

- Bethany F.

Stacey A.

Stacey was a lifesaver for us. She worked with our son and tutored him through his entire year in all of his subjects. She was able to help...

- Care member

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