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Special Needs Nanny For The Summer Or Longer

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience
Hey there, my name is Andrea (Annie) and I've been in the special education field for about four years in different school districts as an instructional assistant. In Beaverton, I worked for 2. 5 years in a self-contained behavior classroom for kids with ASD, ADHD, trauma, Emotional Disturbance and many other behavior-related...
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Experienced, Compassionate, & Professional Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Mobility assistance
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
*NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. THANK YOU* Hello! My name Caleigh and I'm a highly skilled and adaptable caregiver with 8+ years of diverse experience. My dedication and compassion for caring for the elderly and disabled drive me to provide exceptional care for your loved ones. My extensive background spans various...

Care Member says "If I could clone Caleigh I would. She's a find. Very organized responsible and hardworking. A great cook too!"

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I Have Over 25 Years Of Experience. I Am Well Rounded And Confident In My Abilities.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
dementia
home modification
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Personal care in my community is where I want my financial focus to be. My background is extensive in serving. I'm a Jack of all trades. I served my country in the US Navy. I worked several years in the front and back of the house at country clubs and restaurants. I've cared for people with disabilities. I can cook and prepare...

Blaklee H. says "Ian helped my mother today and she is going on and on about how wonderful he is. He rearranged his schedule to help out earlier and went above and beyond...

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Available For Companionship, Light Cleaning, Meal Prep. Full Time. Might Be Open For Other Duties

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
home modification
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
I have over 15 years of experience in private home care. I am a very compassionate, loving, trustworthy and reliable person with lots of energy. Assist with ADL's, light housekeeping, errands, appointments, grocery shopping and cooking. I have worked with Dementia, Alzheimer's, ALS, Parkinson's, Autism, Mentally Disabled, wheel...

Care Member says "Paula has extensive experience and is quite successful at services fir extremely wide breadth of CareGiver services. Her performance(s) are impeccable...

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Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
Hello, My name is Kerry, and I bring over 12 years of experience as a caregiver, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, physical limitations, behavioral challenges, and elderly clients. I am currently a caregiver with United Cerebral Palsy, where I have successfully completed all background and screening...
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I've Worked In The Health Field For Over 15 Years.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
hospice services
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
I've worked in the health field for over 15 years. I've provided direct support services for a wide variety of clients such as Non-verbal, dementia, intellectual and developmental disabilities. I am hoyer lift and CPR trained.

Jessica R. says "MJ was a great caregiver for our father. She went above and beyond with an authentic caring touch. She is a thoughtful and bright person that we were...

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Speech-Pathologist Willing You Give Personalized Tutoring!

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Hey there! I can not wait to meet you! I love working with children who need a lot of extra attention related to learning! I am very patient and would love the opportunity to work more individually with a family during this odd time. I can not promise how long I'll be available, but if the connection is right, I would be willing...

Jeanne H. says "Merrie did an evaluation of my elderly father who had challenges with swallowing. She was so patient with him and respectful of his need to share stories...

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Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
2 years experience
My name is Erika and I love taking care of and supporting people. Right now I work in a home supporting 3 individuals with mental conditions and it definitely gets tough sometimes but I can't think of a more rewarding job! I'm looking for new experiences with different people. I've found that I'm great with children and adults.

Christian C. says "She has a lot of experience in this area. Not only professional but also personally with her family members."

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Care Provider

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there. I like to think of myself as more of a "go with the flow" type of Provider. My focus is simply to provide a peaceful and safe environment, whatever that may mean for the individual. I have 8 years of professional experience, 3 years specializing in adult special needs. 5 years specializing in children's special needs....

Erica V. says "Cierra is a welcome addition to our caregiving team for my sister. She is a calm, caring, and reliable person and took the time to understand my sister's...

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Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've work as a teacher for over 5 years and with children for over 10 years. have experience with individuals ages 5-30 in a range of different needs. I consider myself responsible, professional, creative, and fun! I love to engage with individuals in different ways and settings to truly make sure we all have a great time!...

Emily S. says "I have never met a more creative, PATIENT, and committed individual. I worked along side Ms. Mahoney for a little over 2 years in the special education...

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Mature, Reliable And Patient Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have non-consecutive experience with clients with CP, mobility issues, stroke, Autism spectrum, ADHD, hearing impaired, and memory issues.
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Available, Experienced, SPED Educator

Portland, OR

3.7(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I am an experienced SPED educator and engaging caregiver! I specialize in the care and education of students with ADHD, autism, or other sensory or learning challenges. I have always had an innate ability to connect with children by meeting them where they are at while I work with them. I utilize dance, art, music,...

Robin F. says "Annie was amazing with my 2 month old. She was able to come by early in the morning and watch him while my husband and I went to a gym class. She was very...

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Caregiver Extraordinaire

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have been working with children with special needs for over 20 years and absolutely love it! I am patient, reliable, nurturing, responsible, energetic and creative. I possess an A. S. In Early Childhood Education, a B. S. in Child Development and an M. S. in Special Education. I have extensive training in working with children...

Debora L. says "Adrienne is great with my special needs child/teen. She is very creative with ideas and thoughts/places to go and keep my teen engaged, busy and most...

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Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience with persons with medical disabilities. Growing up I helped my mother with her tube feedings, pills, oxygen tanks, and shots. I also worked at a home for older folks and helped with their care. I volunteered while I was in school with special needs classes and I had a chance to interact with a variety of...
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Part Time Or Full Time Special Needs Provider

Portland, OR

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
I grew up with a brother with Aspergers. This taught me early on how to communicate effectively and that not everyone sees the world in the same way. I have also cared for elderly, those with Alzheimer, and those recovering from surgery. I enjoyed working with the elderly and hearing their stories. Most recently, I have spent...
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Full-Time Assistance For Youth With Special Needs

Portland, OR

from
$20/hr
8 years experience
I have been caring for children for 8 years. I have had childcare experience in friends' homes, through the services of Portland Nanny, at Vivian Olum Child Development Center in Eugene, OR, and at a Shelter for abused women and children in Cape Town, South Africa. The majority of my experience is with infants and preschoolers,...
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Former Behavior Therapist Eager To Help Children And Families With Special Needs

Portland, OR

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
I am a mindful and patient caregiver. I enjoy encouraging creativity and nourishing natural skills. I worked as a job coach in an adult vocational school before becoming a Registered Behavior Therapist serving children with special needs. Yoga and meditation are a part of my daily self care routine.
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Special Needs Life Skills Teacher

Portland, OR

from
$30/hr
6 years experience
Hello, My name is Bella and I have been working with typical and atypical developing children ages newborn-18yrs since 2013. I am CPR and first-aid certified, not a smoker, a great cook, and have my own transportation. I was naturally drawn to your ad because I had so much fun working with a 3-year-old and newborn in Bellevue...
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Special Needs

Portland, OR

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Hello, I'm Cheryl, I'm 43 years old and have a 12 and 8-year-old. I have been working with children for 7 years. I spent 6 years working with pre-schoolers in a special needs school. I have qualifications in positive behavior support, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and DT (Developmental therapy). My oldest child is on the...
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Special Needs/Any Need Caregiver

Portland, OR

from
$16/hr
6 years experience
When I was 10 years old, my youngest sister was born with Down syndrome. After my initial concern and confusion about what this meant had passed, I realized that she was just a little girl who'd become increasingly more special to me as time passed. After having such a close bond with her, I began working in various special...
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  • 211 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs adult care is 4.8

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local families in Portland, OR

Special Needs Adult Care in Portland, OR are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 211 listed special needs adult care

Caleigh S.

If I could clone Caleigh I would. She's a find. Very organized responsible and hardworking. A great cook too!

- Care member

Ian M.

Ian helped my mother today and she is going on and on about how wonderful he is. He rearranged his schedule to help out earlier and went...

- Blaklee H.

Paula V.

Paula has extensive experience and is quite successful at services fir extremely wide breadth of CareGiver services. Her performance(s) are...

- Care member

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