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Special needs adult care in Poquoson, VA

I'm Brazilian I helped in the school that my father had inside the church and there were two children col syndrome down I spent 6 hours with them on the weekends. I consider myself very patient and flexible.
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Sarah C.


Poquoson, VA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable And Experienced Licensed Nurse

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a Licensed Practical Nurse since 2018, I have worked in skilled nursing, long term care, and assisted living. I have experience with many mental and physical disabilities. I worked in home health as a caregiver while in nursing school as well. My main responsibilities at my current job are passing medication, wound...
Sarah can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, personal care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Resse V.


Newport News, VA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Heavenly Angel

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 20+ years of experience in home health care, hospice, special needs and CPR/first Aide certified. I have been blessed enough to work with all types of ailments and to name a few, dementia, Alzheimer and ALS. I am very passionate about the care I give to my clients, always willing to go the extra mile. I worked in...
Resse can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"In January 2020, my mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. At the time, I lived and worked as a full-time professional in VA, and she lived several states away. After attempting to develop and manage a long-distance care plan for my mother, I decided to move her...

John S.

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April D.


Newport News, VA

$20-28/hr5 yrs exp

I Work With Adults With Special Needs.

Dedicated and compassionate Direct Support Professional with six years of experience in providing person-centered care and support to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Adept at creating a safe and nurturing environment while promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life for clients....
April can also help with: Companionship, errands, personal care, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"April was reliable kind caring and cheerful. She was extremely adaptable to needs of her client and would go the extra yard to make them happy. She even polished the silver because it made my mother happy"

Care member

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Donna F.


Hampton, VA

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Caregiver

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified caregiver. I have worked in nursing homes as well as hospitals. My duties include but not limited to personal hygiene , grooming , dressing, feeding and assisting with mobility, also can assist with doctor visits, transportation , errands , preparing meals , light housekeeping and companionship I have worked...
Donna can also help with: Respite care, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Donna is friendly, competent, and attuned to the patient's needs. I was comfortable knowing that my mother was in good care, when Donna was in her home."

Marcia B.

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Tysean M.


Hampton, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Male Personal Care Aide

I have been doing home care for quite some time now. I have been working for my grandparents and great grandparents. As a Personal Care Aide I have worked for agencies . I'm currently working at a Group home for Adults with mental health and intellectual disabilities.
Tysean can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"I loved that he was always eager to work and even more eager to learn the steps and protocols of the job. I had an amazing experience with Tysean I can honestly say it was a pleasure and also a breath of fresh air I was not only pleased with his service but I was...

Care member

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Dora E.


Yorktown, VA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Dora, I believe I'm suitable for this job because I have a medical background. I have a Medical Assistant Diploma and I am a Certified Billing and Coding Specialist, I've been working as a caregiver for 14 years in a home/senior home for senior care. Also as a caregiver for people with special needs, such as Down...
Dora can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Unfortunately, we only got to work with Dora for two weeks due to my MIL's declining health, but she was great during that time. She was dependable, flexible and detail oriented. She gave us thorough updates each day on my MIL's health, eating, sleeping, meds, etc....

Ashley H.

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Heather D.


Yorktown, VA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Everyone Should Be Treated Like Family

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nurse for 10+ years and most of my work has been with elderly, pediatric, and special needs families. I myself have a grandfather who is 100 years old, and want nothing but the best for him. I may not be able to help care for him (since he is out of state with my parents) but I can help care for your loved ones. I...
Heather can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, respite care, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Heather was an absolute gift from the Lord to my family in the final weeks of our Mother's care. We needed her nursing skills, her heart and compassion for those in her care, and her genuine kindness in our home. She was above professional standards that we were...

Ann S.

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Cassaundra T.


Newport News, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Healthcare Provider special needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a healthcare provider at two area hospital (PRN ONLY). I'M CPR certified, double vaccinated and boosted. I provide hands on care, very attentive to the family needs.
5.0
"I am so glad I choose Cassaundra for my heath care needs. She has so much experience and very knowledgeable of a lot of medical practices. I will definitely be choosing her again if needed. "

Care member

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Jennifer E.


Newport News, VA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

38 Year Old, Experienced Caregiver

I remember as a young child going out to dinner with my parents on a Friday night, as we often did. I would always notice this one elderly man sitting off to the side eating his dinner quietly... alone. I constantly glanced over in his direction trying to make sure he was okay and his needs were being met during his dinner out....
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, home modification, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
5.0
"She is wonderful! Always happy and is ready To do anything that's needed. And Jennifer is a great cook too!"

Pam S.

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Deon S.


Newport News, VA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dedicated compassionate, reliable, caring caregiver with 15 years of experience working with patients committed to overall patient well-being and help through personal care and energetic engagement skilled in assisting patients with daily living
5.0
"Deon could not schedule to work with 100 year old mother, but she did give a lead for someone else. She was very nice about it. We wanted to hire her."

Kevin G.

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Makeba G.


Hampton, VA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Your Family Like Family

Hi, I am here to help with your Child care, Senior care and Special needs. A little bit about myself, I work full time Monday-Friday's with individuals with disabilities. Working with this population has allowed plenty of experience in areas to include, health and safety and leisure activities. I have completed several...
Makeba can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, live-in home care
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Danielle H.


Newport News, VA

$20-25/hr

Care Assistance For Adults

Every adult wants to take care of their self once they're grown however, when this is not completely feasible, finding the best caregiver for your adult loved, one is a priority. As a licensed special needs teacher, with a grandmother, who was a nurse in primarily nursing homes, I've grown up around adult and elder care.. Adding...
Danielle can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
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Adrienne C.


Newport News, VA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Special Educator With A Personal Touch

I would love to be apart of your family's community and assist with the care of your special needs family member. I am fluent in American Sign Language and worked for 13 years as an instructional assistant supporting students with identified learning disabilities.
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Dani G.


Newport News, VA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have had a mixture of paid and volunteer working hours caring for those with special needs. It is one of the most rewarding and inspiring positions to be in. Adding more joy and love into their lives makes me wake up and choose to go to work. It is more than just a passion to me, and for every person I assist, their smiles and...
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Chanelle P.


Hampton, VA

$14-25/hr8 yrs exp

hi im chanelle, im 27, the mother to a beautiful 2yr old little girl and 2nd baby girl due October 2019. Caring for people of all ages has been a major part of my life since I was about 9. I have worked for a number of families as a sitter, at least 8, outside of family, with up to 4 children and multiple pets at a time, and at...
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Albany G.


Fort Monroe, VA

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hello, My name is Albany. I am a compassionate and energetic Registered Nurse seeking to gain part-time employment through providing community-based care to the adult and pediatric population. I have been working in home health for the past 7 years and really enjoy it. I also have 5 years of hospital and nursing home experience...
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Mary T.


Newport News, VA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver Looking Available Both Full Time And Part Time

My experience is vast over the last 25 years. I have experience working with the elderly in Skilled Nursing facilities as well as live in care in family homes, experience with developmentally disabled youth as well as adults in many different settings from respite, education and day support services. I enjoy being a caregiver....
Mary can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Licensed Nurse

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Debra C.


Newport News, VA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Care Provider For Week Nights and Weekends

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of two children, one having special needs. In my formal training to receive my teacher's permit I specialized in children with special needs. Because I am a parent and have raised my children, now in their twenties, I have learned patience, as well as how to be firm when the occasion calls for it. I have always...
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Natascha H.


Hampton, VA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

I have 7 years of teaching experience within special education. I have worked with children with a range of disabilities. I am currently employed in the applied behavioral analysis field. My personal belief is that all children are capable, some just have a different way of experiencing the world.

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Poquoson, VA

Resse V.

5.0

Resse is a godsend! She is endlessly cheerful, compassionate, and so incredibly helpful. My father enjoys her company and when she's there, I know he's safe and well taken care of and his home is in order. I don't know what I'd do without her!

- Al H.

April D.

5.0

April is an amazing caregiver who cared for my grandmother’s every need. She is encouraging and loving, all while getting things accomplished that need to be accomplished. She is a multi-tasker and a great communicator. She was there for my family when we needed her the most!

- Care member

Donna F.

5.0

Donna is friendly, competent, and attuned to the patient's needs. I was comfortable knowing that my mother was in good care, when Donna was in her home.

- Marcia B.

Tysean M.

5.0

He is an exceptional young man. he goes over and beyond. He completes every task you give him. He shows up early and he is good with kids and the elderly. He would be a great fit for your company.

- Care member

Dora E.

5.0

Unfortunately, we only got to work with Dora for two weeks due to my MIL's declining health, but she was great during that time. She was dependable, flexible and detail oriented. She gave us thorough updates each day on my MIL's health, eating, sleeping, meds, etc. We wish we could have kept her...

- Ashley H.

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