Find special needs adult care in Pittsburgh, PA that you’ll love

99 special needs adult care are listed in Pittsburgh, PA

The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 5 years

Special needs adult care in Pittsburgh, PA

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Elizabeth N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$5-10/hr1 yrs exp

Child Care/ Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely adore working with people of any age with disabilities. I have my degree in elementary and special education, and have been a learning support teacher in 3rd, 4th, and 11th grade. I was also a summer camp counselor for adults with disabilities. Currently, I babysit for a family that has three children with special...
5.0
"Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork."

Renee C.

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Amanda N.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! I'm extremely passionate about special needs, my 4 year daughter was diagnosed with Autism in 2015, so I have a little knowledge of speech therapy, occupational therapy, and learning to deal with sensory issues. I used to work for a company as an independent contractor. I went to homes and served as a companion for young...
4.0
"Amanda is the mother of a special needs child. She is very patient and very capable of caring and working with special needs."

Kay L.

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Julia T.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-40/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently studying to earn my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and work as a therapist. I have many years of experience with people with special needs. I have also babysat for children with special needs. I am hoping to find an incredible person that I can continue to work with. I am very...
5.0
"Interviewed Julia and found her very smart, compassionate and professional. Looking forward to having her help us when we need her to "

Amy D.

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Kristi D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$31-32/hr10 yrs exp

Let Me Help You With A Smile

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Kristi, I am looking to help make differences in the world, your family and better the quality of life for every individual that has abilities and personal struggles. I have 9+ years of experiences in the work field, an undergraduate focused in Early Childhood atypical and typical. My Masters Degree is in...
5.0
"Kristi helped our out of town special needs son attend a family wedding. She was terrific at engaging and supporting him right away having never met him before. Would highly recommend her."

Steve M.

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Ja' Net M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$26-35/hr10 yrs exp

Certified CNA

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been involved in the care giving industry since I was in high school. I have been a certified CNA since 2000. I have worked in several Skilled Nursing Facilities and in Home Care Agency as well. I have been promoted to management positions teaching HHA, and CNAs on how to be more empathetic about being caregiver. As a...
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Madalyn S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I minored in Special Education, and have experience working with kids with many different types of disabilities (physical and cognitive) in both a classroom setting as well as a child care provider setting. My family has members who are autistic, which inspired me to go into the field.
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Jessica S.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a hardworking, reliable, sweet, passionate caregiver with over 10 years experience in working with seniors, disabled and elderly clients. Companionship, transferring, bathing, personal care, dressing, feeding, cleaning, housekeeping and laundry. Also have experience with Hoyer lifts, nephrostomy bag, catheter and colostomy...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance, live-in home care, companionship, dementia & more
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Marcie C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$8-13/hr10 yrs exp

I Provide Excellence In Home Care

Helping Seniors And Disabled Adults Live Independently And Safely In Their Home. * Will Transport to doctor appointments and shopping trips. * Run errands, recreational, and social outings * Light house-keeping, meal preparations. * Assist with medication, laundry and support with activities of daily living. * Able to travel...
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Marcie is very punctual and dependable and very caring. Marcie took care of my parents for six years. Very trustworthy."

Kathy S.

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Beth B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Occupational Therapist

Hi! I'm an occupational therapist with 25 years of experience. I worked with both children and adults. i've recently moved back to the Pittsburgh area after spending 20+ years in Knoxville Tennessee. I have three grown children, adore dogs, and like spending time outside. I am restarting a business which emphasizes...
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Dawn M.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Your Loved One Is Everythingl

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I began home health and hospice care at the age of 18. With over 25 years of experience (the gauge would not let me move past 10), I worked with individuals with physical, emotional, and developmental disabilities. My experience spans many diagnoses. Volunteering is also something I enjoy in the hospice field. My schedule is...
Dawn can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Dawn took care of my parents and was really a great caretaker. Both my Mom and Dad loved her."

Care member

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Alexis L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Senior & People With Special Needs Caretaker/ Tutor!

Hi! I am a professional actress who just moved back home to Pittsburgh from NYC and looking for flexible work as I continue to perform! I'm a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in PA and have multiple years of senior care/ special needs experience. Also, growing up with a big brother with physical and mental disabilities and...
Alexis can also help with: Respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Madilyn D.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver For Special Needs

I work at a psychiatric institute specializing in Autism and other intellectual disabilities such as Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, and Down Syndrome. I love my job and I want to keep caring for those with special needs.
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Katelyn Z.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Available

Senior nursing student looking to help those in need over my extended winter break. I have completed all except one semester of nursing school and am excited to use my skills to help others.
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Kaylynn P.


Pittsburgh, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver For All Ages

I have lived in Pittsburgh, PA for almost 10 years and worked as a PA Certified Supports Broker for a local non profit. I taught adult daily living and social skills to youth transitioning into adulthood with intellectual disabilities. I have 24 years of experience working with all ranges of disabilities from age 3 to 107! I...
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Deborah C.


Pittsburgh, PA

$5-10/hr10 yrs exp

Nursing Student With Special Needs Children Of My Own

I have raised two special needs children who are now teens. Both of them are doing very well because of a lot of hard work on my part. Of course they have taught me a lot myself. I have endless patience and remain calm in the midst of chaos.
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Ashley O.


Pittsburgh, PA

$10-50/hr2 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible, And Dependable Special Needs Caretaker

I have worked hard in the education field and as a childcare provider with children and adults with special needs. I also have experience with older adults that have special needs. Both groups I have provided constant care, whether in supporting personal growth in daily activities or redirection when needed.
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Cynthia L.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special needs provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with 3 families for over 5 years. I have been with one family until he was put into group home permanently. I feel that continuity is important when dealing with special needs children.
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Bevin B.


Pittsburgh, PA

$15-26/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Volunteer Seeking People To Assist

Hello! I started volunteering with special needs kids in the mid-90s while working with my mom who is a Speech Therapist. I really enjoy working with people and their families bring to them highest quality of care. I treat everyone that I work with as if they are my own family.
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Alyssa R.


Pittsburgh, PA

$14-24/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked with special needs children through 24-hour home care, as well as have had plenty of experience in a sever special needs classroom
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Pamela W.


Pittsburgh, PA

$14-19/hr8 yrs exp

Residential Companion

Hi, I worked for Lifesteps for 8 years in a community home. I helped with everything from ADL's through Doctors appointments to recreation. I drove a handicap van. We had a lot of fun and enjoyed every day.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Pittsburgh, PA

Elizabeth N.

5.0

Elizabeth is great with our daughter who has special needs. We are looking forward to having her help us this summer. She so kind and engaging including helping with her virtual schoolwork.

- Renee C.

Amanda N.

4.0

Amanda is the mother of a special needs child. She is very patient and very capable of caring and working with special needs.

- Kay L.

Julia T.

5.0

Interviewed Julia and found her very smart, compassionate and professional. Looking forward to having her help us when we need her to

- Amy D.

Kristi D.

5.0

Kristi was amazing!! She was so thoughtful and thorough and asked us tons of questions before she arrived to make sure she was super prepared to help out with our special needs son. Her experience and knowledge definitely helped put us at ease as we were 100% confident that our little guy was in...

- Charles R.

Marcie C.

5.0

Marcie is very punctual and dependable and very caring. Marcie took care of my parents for six years. Very trustworthy.

- Kathy S.

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Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Adult Care in Pittsburgh, PA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 99 listed special needs adult care.