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Mary Jane S.

I've Worked In The Health Field For Over 15 Years.

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
meal prep
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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Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I'm a Nurse with 25 years of experience working in Health Care. I've worked in Home Health for most of my career, with experience with adults as well as children. I have experience with working with people who has Alzheimer's, Dementia, and Developmental Disabilities. I'm a certified CPR/BLS instructor and I love what I do.

William T. says "she knows and does everything...can't say enough good things about her."

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Care Provider

Portland, OR

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
live-in home care
respite care
With extensive experience working with children, elderly individuals, and adults with disabilities, I bring a compassionate, gentle, and empathetic approach to caregiving. Over the past five years in California, I've had the privilege of supporting adults with disabilities in various capacities, including in-home care. Whether...

Pamela W. says "Hannah is a joyful, compassionate & caring Caregiver. She is organized, responsible, creative and clean. Hannah is attentive & comforting to the special...

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Experienced And Professional Caregiver

Portland, OR

5.0(0)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
dementia
hospice services
personal care
Hello! My name is Kerry. I have over 10 years of experience being a caregiver for people with mental disabilities and the elderly. I have worked with a wide variety of clients including people with physical limitations and people with behavioral challenges. I am a pre-nursing student and a licensed massage therapist. I believe...
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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)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Home modification
companionship
dementia
meal prep
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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Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
1 year experience
During my senior year of college, we were asked to pick a capstone class, a class that would integrate a field of studies related to prior coursework, and I chose to attend half a month at Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp. MHKC allowed me to be a camp counselor, working one on one with a child for one week, and an adult with the other for...
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Nanny And Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Portland, OR

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have a passion for teaching and helping kids explore the world around them. Children should have the opportunity to develop life skills through play from day one. I have worked with children for 10+ years, facilitating learning experiences. I have experience with kids from infancy to middle school, as well as children with...
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Part-Time/Occasional Care For Children With Special Needs

Portland, OR

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I studied Graduate level Music Therapy in Ohio, and worked with children with various special needs during my pre-clinical session. I am very interested in caring for children with Autism/Aspergers, in particular. My father and nephew have both been diagnosed with AS. Using music as a way to ease transitions is a strength. If...
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Full-Time Assistance For Youth With Special Needs

Portland, OR

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$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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Special Needs Caregiver & School Mentor

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
I have worked with students with ASD from ages 5-16 over the last decade. My experience ranges from 1-1 kindergarten classroom aide to high school tutoring/mentoring. I currently work with Sophomores in high school part-time (remotely now!) with a variety of special needs and mental health backgrounds, as a mentor/tutor/advocate...
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Part Time Or Full Time Special Needs Provider

Portland, OR

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$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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Part-time Care Giver For Neurotypical And Children With Special Needs

Portland, OR

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$16/hr
I love children. I think any child can be fun to work with. I work as a behavior therapist with an organization for children with autism and related disorders. I always look forward to my job.
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Special Needs Nanny For The Summer Or Longer

Portland, OR

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$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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Special Needs Life Skills Teacher

Portland, OR

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$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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Former Behavior Therapist Eager To Help Children And Families With Special Needs

Portland, OR

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$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/Any Need Caregiver

Portland, OR

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$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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Empathetic Caregiver For Special Needs Kiddos

Portland, OR

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hey there! I'm currently available with date nights and one or two reccuring nights a week! With over two years as a respite care worker and 18 years personal experience with my brother with Autism, I've got the experience and the heart to make every moment count. From wrangling energetic kiddos with ADHD to creating...
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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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Experienced, Compassionate, & Professional Caregiver

Portland, OR

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$33/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
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 7+ 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...
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Portland, OR

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
dementia
mobility assistance
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Kassidy. I'm currently searching for a part-time caregiving opportunity. My experience in assisting seniors and children with care needs has shown me sincere patience, loving kindness, and genuine companionship. I continue to carry these traits with such a high value when it comes to my everyday life. I believe...
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  • 203 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.82/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs adult care is 4.6

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

Special Needs Adult Care in Portland, OR are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 48 reviews of the 203 listed special needs adult care

Mary Jane S.

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...

- Jessica R.

Aja G.

she knows and does everything...can't say enough good things about her.

- William T.

Hannah M.

Hannah is a joyful, compassionate & caring Caregiver. She is organized, responsible, creative and clean. Hannah is attentive & comforting to...

- Pamela W.

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