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60 special needs adult care are listed in Portage, IN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 6 years

Special needs adult care in Portage, IN

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Christie B.


Valparaiso, IN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

DSP

I have worked as a DSP caring for and helping with ADL's. Med certification have held CPI certification I also have CPR and first aid Certification. Have provided personal care and Job assistance and training
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Shunea E.


Gary, IN

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Indiana Certified Home Health Aide With A Heart For Quality Care

I have experience caring for people with may need help due to physical disabilities... giving medications and helping with daily living skills. Also have experience caring for seniors with dementia or Alzheimer's. Very compassionate care for your loved one's.
I've enjoyed working with special needs children for several years now. I know American Sign Language.
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Kathleen G.


Hobart, IN

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Helper

I worked with several families from care. com at different times over the past 1years and are still currently. I love encouraging children to participate in their life and grow in understanding of many new things in their environment. I am capable to be apart of disabled children in many spectrum's. I have cared for many ages of...

Betty H.


Gary, IN

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

I'm a wonderful caregiver over 30 years experience in activities of daily living I love taking care of people and helping them get back to there normal selves .

Sue M.


Chesterton, IN

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have three children, my youngest has Down syndrome. He is my angel. I would love to provide help to those in the same situation. I am a professional and in the process of switching careers. I have my masters in education from DePaul and my BA from Purdue University in Weat Lafayette.
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Kerry D.


Hammond, IN

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with the elderly and disabled in their homes with personal care shower assistance oral hygiene light house cleaning laundry and shopping for 12 years now. I love what I do and am looking for more clients to care for afternoons or early evenings Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri.
Kerry can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kerry was phenomenal with my 92 year old Mother and step dad. She gave exceptional care, advice, companionship and suggestions that were insurmountable! I would highly recommend Kerry and we feel like she is family!!"

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Brenda G.


Michigan City, IN

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for 9 years. My experience includes stroke patients, dementia, hospice, medication management, diabetes management, special needs and transfers with hoyers.
Brenda can also help with: Dementia, respite care, hospice services, personal care
5.0
"Brenda has been taking care of my dad for about 7 months now. She is extremely dependable, patient, and kind. My dad is both paralyzed and non-verbal from a stroke he had, so it's not the easiest to understand what he needs. But Brenda's determination has made...

Elizabeth M.

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Darra J.


Merrillville, IN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

My Passion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a certified nursing assistant with 11 years of experience. My experience is diverse with a combination of hospital, home health and long-term care. In 2021, I was inspired to start a business in home health care after the passing of my grandmother who had Alzheimer's disease. I pride myself in working hard and am...
Darra can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
5.0
"Darra took care of my mother before she died. She exemplified extreme care and went above and beyond. "

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Heidi S.


Griffith, IN

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Elderly Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm 41 responsible cna with 20 years of elderly care I have done home care, long term care, dementia care, stroke and disable care I'm able to help with adl, errands, feeding tubes, medication management, drs appts, house cleaning including laundry I'm flexible and able to help with what ever is needed I have a great...
Heidi can also help with: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Heidi is a total pro. I can't even begin to describe how much she helped our family. Our Mom had terminal cancer and required 24 hour care. Rain sleet and snow Heidi was always there. She gave our Mom the finest treatment. Heidi is an angel and our family would...

Saul V.

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Jill D.


Crown Point, IN

$21-29/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in field of elderly care and special needs for 18 years professionally. I am extremely reliable and I pride myself on accountability. I am huge fan of open communication and trust... Please reach out for a meet and greet to see if I would be great asset to your family's needs...
Jill can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Jill is a treasure. Under extremely difficult circumstances caring for my mom who has advanced dementia Jill never lost her composure or sense of duty. Jill is kind, understanding and compassionate and anyone would be lucky to have her in their employ."

Carolyn B.

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Yasmeen F.


Highland, IN

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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Haily C.


Valparaiso, IN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I've been a paraprofessional to kids with moderate to severe special needs since August of 2022. I absolutely love what I do and seeing the kids meet their goals and the joy that they have makes what I do worth every second.
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Tina M.


Crown Point, IN

$13-18/hr7 yrs exp

I am a loving and caring person. I am CPR and first aid certified. I have a brother who is mentally handicapped so I have been around disability all my life and I am 49. Volunteered for LARC workshop in Lansing. And Handicamp. I love to encourage people and to see them thrive! Thanks for reading this. Hope to hear from you.
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Tashea R.


Lansing, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

As a special needs caregiver, I work with children with special needs and their families to provide care in the home. Working as an extra set of hands for their parents, your duties are to work with a treatment plan for the child that outlines the help they require, including socialization, bathing, dressing, feeding, and...
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Kayla M.


Dyer, IN

$11-17/hr3 yrs exp

I am the oldest sibling of 5, which left me with much nanny experience. I am a student that is completing Bachelor's of Science degree in Health Sciences. My final classes are online so studying and doing homework will not be an interference. In the future, I hope to attend graduate school to be a Physician's Assistant. I have...
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Melanie Y.


Valparaiso, IN

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

-Experience as both a preschool teacher and early intervention behavioral therapist (special education) -BS in Psychology, with minors in biology and music. -Certified Early Childhood Education Master Teacher (California) -Certified PRT: Level 1. Training and experience in other ABA methods as well -Certified Paramedic (not...
I've worked in several dsp homes . Dealing with behavioral, mental health & disabilities. Both children and seniors. I enjoy working with both . I have patience and treat everyone the same no matter the circumstances.
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Shannon H.


Munster, IN

$19-41/hr10 yrs exp

I recently stopped doing clinic work but would like to continue providing care a couple days a week. I'm available as a backup or special event sitter/caregiver. There's also a possibility of something part time with a set schedule as well. I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working with newborn children all...
Shannon can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands, dementia, respite care, light cleaning & more

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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Portage, IN

Kerry D.

5.0

Kerry was phenomenal with my 92 year old Mother and step dad. She gave exceptional care, advice, companionship and suggestions that were insurmountable! I would highly recommend Kerry and we feel like she is family!!

- Care member

Brenda G.

5.0

Brenda has been taking care of my dad for about 7 months now. She is extremely dependable, patient, and kind. My dad is both paralyzed and non-verbal from a stroke he had, so it's not the easiest to understand what he needs. But Brenda's determination has made us feel comfortable that he is...

- Elizabeth M.

Darra J.

5.0

Darra took care of my mother before she died. She exemplified extreme care and went above and beyond.

- Care member

Heidi S.

5.0

Heidi is a total pro. I can't even begin to describe how much she helped our family. Our Mom had terminal cancer and required 24 hour care. Rain sleet and snow Heidi was always there. She gave our Mom the finest treatment. Heidi is an angel and our family would recommend her to anybody looking for...

- Saul V.

Jill D.

5.0

Jill is a treasure. Under extremely difficult circumstances caring for my mom who has advanced dementia Jill never lost her composure or sense of duty. Jill is kind, understanding and compassionate and anyone would be lucky to have her in their employ.

- Carolyn B.

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Special Needs Adult Care in Portage, IN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care.