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Linda B.

Retired Nurse Available For Part-time Elder And Special Needs Care

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
personal care
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Linda and I am a retired RN who is available to help with your part-time care needs. I have extensive experience with both special needs children (Down syndrome) and elder care, including dementia, post-stroke and post-surgical support. I'm happy to help with everything from medication management to companion...
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Therese F.

Special Needs Helper

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hi, My name is Therese and I have been a resident and homeowner of Rancho Santa Margarita for the past 24 years. I am a loving, patient single mother 3 amazing children, ages 16, 19, and 22. I was a stay-at-home mom for 16 years. I loved this role of nurturing and caring for my children on a daily basis. My two older children...
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Rivka S.

Care Companion, Special needs

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! My name is Rivka and I am very interested in this job opportunity. I have a lifetime experience caring for children, growing up with three younger siblings I helped raise. I also have experience working in a preschool, a day camp, an after school program, and as a nanny as well, and am coming up on my third year as a...
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Judith J.

Trustworthy, And Reliable

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
I'm a positive and energetic single mother of twins. My son is typical, and my daughter has Down syndrome. I love kids. I love teaching moments, and I truly believe it starts at home. Recently, I've been busy raising my kiddos; however, now that they are older, I am looking for a way to earn a little extra money while doing what...
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Priscilla P.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello my name is Priscilla! I am currently a Junior in college studying biology and pre-vet medicine. I do have experience working with infant, youth, teens, and adults with special needs. All of my high school I was a involved in all things Special Olympics and had the opportunity to represent SoCal as a youth leader and helped...
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Julie T.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs children for 15+ years.
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Linda B.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Retired RN with extensive experience with special needs children (Down Syndrome) and Elder care (Post-stroke, post-surgery, dementia, companion care) available for part-time work.
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Debra S.

Caregiver (retired LPN)

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
20+ years experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Working in a number of settings. From newborns to end of life care.

Maria A. says "Debra not only has high professional standards, but she also has a very compassionate and caring heart. She is highly energetic. I felt she cared deeply...

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Marina B.

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Irvine, CA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.

Shannon F. says "I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has...

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Carri C.

Kind, Patient Out Going Caretaker

Laguna Niguel, CA

4.6(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi! My name is Carri & I love caring for children, the elderly & animals. I was a job developer for special needs high school students. I worked with a client who has a traumatic brain injury. I was a one on one aide for a client with SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I currently work for a family who's daughter has Down Syndrome....

Kristen R. says "Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail, plants etc...

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Shawn L.

Caregiver

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Shawn! I am an Orange County native, who has over 10 years experience working as a caregiver for older adults with memory disorders, individuals with developmental disabilities, stroke survivors, and people living with severe and persistent mental illness. In the past I have held positions at independent living...

Care Member says "Shawn was kind caring patient took phenomenal care Making sure that the resident was comfortable and well cared for."

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Jenny W.

Full Time/Part Time

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi..... I have been a child care provider for 22 years as well as a senior care provider for 8 years. I have worked with children with Asperger's as well as mild autism, OCD and anxiety and I have wonderful references. Special needs to me just means extra special care and being there to help with those extra tough days.

Greg O. says "Jenny worked for our family for over three years. While we continue to remain close with Jenny our kids have grown to the age where they are more...

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Suzanne S.

Experienced Loving Professional Special Needs Care

Laguna Niguel, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 2 profiles. 1 for CHILDCARE and 1 for SPECIAL NEEDS. Please see my RECOMMENDATIONS and 5 Star Rating from my 3 PREVIOUS EMPLOYERS on Care. com on my childcare page. Ty! My son is now 27 years old and was diagnosed with Autism when he was 3 years old. He is an Aspie. He attended special day classes full time for five...

Care Member says "Suzanne is an amazing extension of our family. She has taken care of my two small children (newborn and 1.5 year old to present) and is so great at...

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Linda G.

Laguna Niguel, CA

4.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
personal care
+ 1 more
I'm a Swedish born woman with many years of experience in all aspects of nursing care. I handle basic personal care (bathing, dressing, feeding etc.) I manage medicine, do tube feeding and give injections. I have much experience with dementia patients, physically disabled patients and hospice care. I am trained to handle unique...

Care Member says "I hired Linda in late 2024 to help our family care for my mom in her later stages of colon cancer. During that time we had a family member at the home...

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Aileen R.

Today Is A Good Day For Someone To Care.

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
companionship
transportation
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as loyal sensitive responsible I like caring for seniors because I think they need to feel that people are here for them and they are not alone. I'm looking for a job that I can help others and make their day a little easier knowing someone can help when needed I started caring for seniors...

Care Member says "Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged."

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Monique C.

Irvine, CA

3.7(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
errands
dementia
respite care
+ 1 more
Hello there My name's Monique. I am a very patient, compassionate individual who loves helping others in life. I have a strong background of experience in the nursing field from working with quadrepelegics, special needs, assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, to private in home nursing as well as excellent references as...

Gayle F. says "She was lovely, could not always work Saturday's however her mother could cover. Very personable, had met someone else who was a good fit, would of hired...

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Rebecca K.

Part-Time Caregiver, Experienced With Elderly, And Disabilities..Medical Assistant, CPR Certified And First Aid Certified, 9-10 Experience.

Laguna Niguel, CA

3.5(1)
from
$17/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I 've worked with elderly in Elderly Homes, worked with Parkinson's, MS patients, RA patients, Stroke patients and Dementia patients, also children with ADHD, and transferred people many times, either from bed to bathroom or to car. I have also worked with catheters and much more, love doing caregiving and take pride in it....

Shaoqing X. says "I have given the address and after giving two weeks message back and forth. She canceled at the last minute due to no patience to wait for messaging, in...

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Clarita M.

Passionate Care Provider

Lake Forest, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Errands/Shopping. Detail-oriented caregiver, skilled in assisting clients with daily living activities and maintaining overall well-being. Offering 8 years of healthcare experience, including monitoring clients with developmental disabilities and adhering...

Care Member says "Clair took great care of my parents when they needed help. I knew she would be a great fit for our family when we were interviewing her and my dad got...

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Rebecca K.

Laguna Niguel, CA

3.2(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I have 12+ years experience with seniors, and enjoy working with them. I've worked in Senior Living Homes and done In-Home care. I am certified as a Medical Assistant and CPR/First Aid certified.... also going on about 6 years with disability children, it's nice to add on my resume, enjoy everything I do.

Care Member says "Becky is currently working as a companion for me one afternoon a week. She assists me with transferring from location to location as I no longer can...

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Jennifer R.

Special Needs Provider

Mission Viejo, CA

4.4(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Jennifer and I am one of the happiest people you will ever meet. :) I love helping people. I am a Christian and I love God! I have 2 grown children that are doing exceptionally well and I am very proud of. I am a non smoker and do not drink. Certified in adult, children, infant CPR current with First Aid too! I...

Jennifer L. says "Very caring person. Felt like we knew her for years. We were lucky to have found this beautiful woman. "

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  • 60 special needs adult care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Special Needs Adult Care in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care

Debra S.

Debra not only has high professional standards, but she also has a very compassionate and caring heart. She is highly energetic. I felt...

- Maria A.

Marina B.

I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best...

- Shannon F.

Carri C.

Carrie is honest, dependable, trustworthy and full of positive energy! I hired Carrie to care for my 2 cats, take care of my house, mail,...

- Kristen R.

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