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Ana F.

Reliable, Loyalty, Respect

Palo Alto, CA

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have been working as a caregiver for the past months. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds and I am passionate about helping people and providing compassionate care and support for those who need it particularly to elderly and individuals with special needs. I describe my personality as a respectful and...
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Care Giver

Palo Alto, CA

from
$47/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Dressing Assistance. Available for 24 hour 7 days a week care. I also have drivers license for diasbled passenger van.

Part-time Caregiver

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Joan.. I have watched a young man with Down syndrome occasionally since he was 5 years old, he is 21 years old now. He is the son of my sister's best friend and a friend to our family. I have watched him on date nights and/or a day out for shopping with the girls.

Ayisha B. says "I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still work with Joan...

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Experienced Care Provider, Special Needs

Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I have many years experience working with persons with disabilities. Ages range from the NICU to adulthood. I have worked in group homes, independent living centers as staff and in management. Familiar with all aspects of Title 7. Worked with SARC, San Joaquin Regional Center. Experience in implementing IEP, IHP etc. CPR,...

Lee B. says "Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a...

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Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am passionate about what I do because through my extensive training with a physical therapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist that I can greatly enhance the facilitation of development of the child and help with the family.

Bart S. says "Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting...

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Direct Support Professional, Caregiver

Sunnyvale, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I used to work at Norcal Carehomes in San Mateo 2010-2012. I work with people with developmental disabilities like Autism, Hearing Impaired, Mobility challenges, Cognitive disabilities for young and adults clients. I used to dropped them off at Day Program, take them to outings and events, shopping, walking, recreational parks...

Danny J. says "I have been quadriplegic for 27 plus years and have had many caregivers to help with personal care and Meigs is the best caregiver I've ever had! She is...

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Full Time Caregiver Available

San Carlos, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
I am an experienced caregiver who is also a Behavioral Health Tech. I specialize in helping people cope while living with several mental or personality disorders.
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Redwood City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Susan and For the moment I have moved to San Mateo County and currently live in Redwood City I am looking for something local here I love And I am also available to work in the Bay Area, meaning other Connie. I have very good experience as a caregiver seniors, I have taken several from Career pathway....

Care Member says "I hired Susan to help with my aging parents. She was incredible! She was helpful, compassionate, and had such a lovely rapport with them. She went out...

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Redwood City, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I am a caregiver for more than 20years for elderly patients and children I also have experience work with autism spectrum disorder patients food intolerance and other special Needs I speak fluent English , Portuguese and Spanish . I would Love to help to help your love one providing great companionship to special needs,...
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Caregiver With Strong Values And A Passion For Helping Seniors

Redwood City, CA

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$27/hr
1 year experience
Transportation
meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
I'm a compassionate, reliable, and multifaceted caregiver with experience supporting elderly clients and individuals with special needs. I'd describe myself as empathetic, kind, resourceful, caring, and respectful. I enjoy spending quality time with seniors talking, playing games, and learning new things together. I started...
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Newark, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
My name is Ashley and I am a full time nanny/caregiver with over 5 years of professional experience in this industry. Over the last 5 years I have worked almost exclusively with children that are on the autism spectrum. I am an extremely patient and caring individual and I feel that working with children truly is my calling. I...
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Special Needs And Care Giving

Redwood City, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Hello, I am reaching out to express my interest in leveraging my extensive experience in providing care for elderly individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, Parkinson's, and various other conditions. With over 10 years of hands-on experience, including 8 years in a memory care facility, I have honed my skills in caring for...
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Part Time Caregiver is Also Available for Weekend Except Sundays

Mountain View, CA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have 8 years of experience taking care of disabled children from 5 years old and up to preteens. I was a foster parent to these children for 8 years. I was also a caregiver to elderly people also with 5 years of experience.
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Redwood City, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
I have 6 years of experience being a nanny and now I am a mother one one. I love the the outdoors and walks, looking for a great family to support part time!
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Atherton, CA

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$25/hr
I am a preschool ABA therapist for students who have Autism at the Creative Learning Center in Redwood City. I work full time during my breaks in college and I am extremely dedicated to my students. I have a lot of experience with verbal and nonverbal children, and will be extremely qualified with one on one care. I have...
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Nanny/Care Giver

Sunnyvale, CA

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$22/hr
Experience working with children and adults with special needs: Autism, Down's syndrome, ADHD, and more.
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Senior Care Help

San Carlos, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Jada and I have 2 years of paid experience with senior's care. I love working with all people, and especially with seniors. I have experience in seniors with mental disabilities as well as dementia. I am comfortable with bathing, preparing meals, changing clothes and bed sheets, etc. I could be described as a...
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Warm, Supportive, And Caring Aide

Sunnyvale, CA

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm a newly graduated RN. I have also attended certified nursing assistant school and I am BLS certified. I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities. Most of my experience and training was with Best Buddies Club, where I helped run a chapter for...
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Redwood City, CA

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$30/hr
14 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello, I am an experienced caregiver with a background in working with elderly patients suffering from various forms of dementia and mentally disabled adults with disabilities. With 8 years of hands-on experience in memory care, hospice services, and activities of daily living, I have honed my skills in providing compassionate...
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Newark, CA

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$27/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I am a dedicated special needs caregiver with over 4 years of experience in early childhood development! My work spans both classroom settings and one-on-one care, with and without guardian involvement. I value consistency and like to maintain a schedule, yet I also appreciate and support the spontaneous nature of those I...

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  • 60 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $28.55/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 Palo Alto, CA

Special Needs Adult Care in Palo Alto, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care

Joan M.

I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still...

- Ayisha B.

Barbara S.

Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of...

- Lee B.

Jill R.

Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7...

- Bart S.

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