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Lauren G.

Warm, Loving Caretaker

Wellesley, MA

from
$19/hr
10 years experience
I am a 29-year-old with a psychology degree focusing on child development. I am warm, kind and patient. I have experience working with people with various special needs. I want to work with your loved one, reaching milestones, goals and social interaction amongst many.
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Gabriela G.

Wellesley, MA

from
$20/hr
I have a lot of availability on weekends and would love to be of help! During the week I babysit a kid with autism and it has been much fun! :)
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Dean P.

Experienced Direct Care Worker

Wellesley, MA

1.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have happily worked with(elderly, young adults, adolescents and children) mentally ill, developmentally delayed, eating disorder, substance abuse, sexually abused, physically abused, emotionally abused, highly violent and homeless clients/patients. I have worked in hospitals, group homes, day habs, job sites(as a job...
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Oksana S.

Special Needs Caregiver

Jamaica Plain, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
I have 17 years of experience working in health care. I enjoy helping others with their needs. As a Home Health Aide I am familiar with health care requirements regarding fall prevention, Infection Control and Universal Precautions, Hand Washing technique, COVID-19 safety and precautions, emergency situations, weather emergency,...

Alex C. says "For the last few months, Oksana has been taking our autistic son for weekend activities, filling a critical part of his schedule, a task she does with...

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Athena Z.

Student Clinician In Graduate School For Speech Language Pathology

Watertown, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
I am currently a graduate student in Boston studying to become a licensed speech language pathologist. My interests include working with children and students with a variety of delays/disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome, and other developmental, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities.

Peter G. says "Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can."

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Eve M.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Visiting physician
respite care
personal care
hospice services
dementia
I am a certified Nursing Assistant who has been providing care with elderly, disabled and injured living in their homes but still need assistance with daily activities. My primary responsibilities are: Companionship, meal preparations, light housekeeping, bathing assistance, walking assistance, dressing, errands services,...

Lorna K. says "Eve cared for my 96 year old father when he was in hospice and needed round the clock care. She was very kind and gentle with him. She was a breath of...

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Andrea F.

Developmental Specialist Looking To Provide A Family (or Two) First-rate Childcare And Activities.

Needham Heights, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello Families! My name is Andrea and I am a Developmental Specialist who is looking to find a family (or possibly two) interested in having a highly qualified individual provide childcare and learning opportunities to their children. I am engaging with children and have a natural gift to connect with them and help them follow...

James G. says "With her thoughtful, kind demeanor, Andrea has just the right touch with our kids. Her combination of practical teaching experience with genuine enthusiasm...

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Jessica M.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello! I graduated with a BA in Special Education from Boston University, and hold a masters degree from UMass Boston and a teaching license in Moderate Disabilities, grades 5-12. I work at Perkins School for the Blind as a teacher for deafblind students. I have 10 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities...

Chris R. says "Jessica is a remarkable care giver. Experienced, highly skilled, patient centered, and a strong communicator."

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Doreen G.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
I'm a professional caregiver with experience of 15 years working with seniors and people with disabilities and those that have a lot of needs especially those that have dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke patients, Parkinson's disease, and kids with autism. I also provide my clients with transportation especially when are going for...

Kathleen M. says "Doreen is a fantastic worker, she cares deeply about her work and is very passionate about the care she gives her clients. She has a special quality...

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Sharon M.

Compassionate Caregiver

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
dementia
I am a warm, loving caregiver, and I help the clients feel safe and understood because it promotes their dignity. I am also a compassionate caregiver with 15+ years experience in care-giving, seeking to extend similar care. My work ethic, empathy, self-drive, compassion, respect, transparency and attention to detail are some of...

Fardowsa M. says "Sharon is hard working, caring and is very knowledgeable working with elders and disabled population."

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Sylvia B.

Waltham, MA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
For the past 4 years have been teaching children at my residential school helping them with dressing , feeding , toileting and out side kid games. Am also a mother of two children. I have the experience working with children.
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Natalya B.

Part-time Caregiver Companion Available

Natick, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
My name is Natalya. I graduated from Lasell University in 1997 with Physical Therapy Practitioner degree and since then I have been employed in multiple long and short term rehabilitation facilities caring for seniors with cognitive and physical illnesses and disabilities including working at Newton Wellesley Center for...

Destiny L. says "Natalya was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was always a team player and had a skill set that was amazing and supportive of my grandmother. My...

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Hannah M.

Babysitter

Allston, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have so much experience with special needs children. I have volunteered in special needs classrooms for five years, volunteered as a day camp counselor for two years at a special needs camp and worked as a camp counselor at a special needs summer camp for six summers. I have experience with many special needs, such as Autism,...

Jenna V. says "Hannah worked for us a few months. We have a six-year-old with Autism who is home schooled. Her basic responsibilities were doing assignments (assigned by...

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Domenica M.

Waltham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Assist residents with daily living and provision of fun, safe and engaging activities to ensure that their days are happy and fulfilling. Provided non-medical home care service to elderly/disabled patients. Focused on personal care, companionship, homemaking, and transportation. Assisted patients with bathing, clothing, feeding,...

Marc H. says "Sorry for the late review. Domenica was great and took care of everything. Got me to and from my appointment with no issues."

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Cheryl T.

Special Care

Wellesley Hills, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My part time hours are negotiable per hr (3 hr shift minimum). I recently updated my adult & pediatric First Aid/AED/CPR qualifications through the Red Cross. I was a church nursery teacher on Sunday morning, (7 years), mental health worker in social skills program (autistic spectrum disorder), summer treatment program counselor...

Michael T. says "Cheryl assists me in house sitting as needed, while I'm away from my home in Wellesley. I feel reassured that my pet and home are always safe and in good...

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Prisca N.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Belmont, MA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience
I am a former Direct support professional (DSP) employee of Devereux Behaviour School. I have over 5 years experience of caring for children with special needs including one on one support, breaking tasks into smaller manageable steps; Behavior management, emotional support and setting up a reward system. some of my previous...

Immaculate M. says "Prisca is personable and very informed. She connects well with the client and speaks her mind. Her swift communication helped us stay up to date with...

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Monica B.

Hyde Park, MA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Over the last 6 years, I have worked with different individuals with all types of disabilities, from mental health, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, elderly care, etc. All were residing in nursing homes, residential and hospitals. I have a strong passion for caring for people who are in need. I love to know that I can...

Anne C. says "Monica is a caring professional with extensive work supporting adults with developmental disabilities and brain injuries in nursing home and residential...

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Penelope N.

Senior's Companion - Caregiver

Dedham, MA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
home modification
dementia
Hi, my name is Penelope and I live in Dedham. I have 12 years' experience working as a caregiver. I love taking care of people especially seniors. In the past I worked as a Greek school teacher. After my daughters grew up, I found a job as a caregiver, and I loved it. Thereafter, I continued working, caring for the elderly. I am...

Nicholas M. says "While our family did not hire Penelope for reasons largely related to proximity, we had a very favorable series of conversations and a trial visit with...

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Judy S.

Certified Nurse Assistant/senior Care Giver

Hyde Park, MA

4.9(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
A passionate and experienced caregiver for 20+ years experience providing compassionate and attentive care to elderly and disable individuals. I enjoy listening to older people and stories they have to tell. I am a very patient person and am always with the clients, pace following their leads, I have many years experience...

Care Member says "Reliable, convenient, family friendly and oriented, well organized, and affordable."

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Yanique B.

Chestnut Hill, MA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a highly-motivated, responsible, and reliable caregiver, specializing in senior care. I am experienced and comfortable with all aspects of daily care, including assisting with physical therapy activities, administering medications, measuring vital signs and personal care. I have experience working with clients with...

Dana K. says "Yanique is beyond wonderful - she is a gifted and compassionate caregiver. We were so fortunate to meet her."

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

  • The average post rate is $19.67/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs adult care is 1.0

Recent special needs adult care reviews from local parents in Wellesley, MA

Special Needs Adult Care in Wellesley, MA are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs adult care

Oksana S.

For the last few months, Oksana has been taking our autistic son for weekend activities, filling a critical part of his schedule, a task she...

- Alex C.

Athena Z.

Works well with special needs children, has good teaching skills. I am planning on using her as often as I can.

- Peter G.

Eve M.

Eve cared for my 96 year old father when he was in hospice and needed round the clock care. She was very kind and gentle with him. She was...

- Lorna K.

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