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60 special needs adult care are listed in Wood Ridge, NJ
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs adult care is 6 years
Special needs adult care in Wood Ridge, NJ
Erin G.
Wood Ridge, NJ
$15-20/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am extremely passionate about empowering individuals with special needs! As an occupational therapy student, I can assist with activities of daily living, and care for individuals with whatever else they may need.
Special Education Administrator and Educator with 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. My students say I am lame and embarrassing so I think that means that I am a great teacher. I have worked with children with special needs from 5-15. My experience ranges from severe needs (spina bifida/cancer) to...
I have extensive background with many special need services like ADHD, Autism, Social Communication Disorder, Learning Disabilities, and American sign Language.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Aminata but you can call me Amy. Taking care of people is one of my passions. I love just knowing that impact and effects that I can have on people's lives. I'm a mom of 4 kids all over the age of 10. I have 8 years of senior care experience and special needs experience. It would be amazing if you chose me for your care....
Aminata can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, mobility assistance, companionship, errands, light cleaning & more
5.0
"I'm so glad I was able to find Ami for assistance! I am not a senior; I'm the one who needed assistance after an emergency dental procedure and she was there for me, very attentive, friendly and kind. I was able to be signed out from the dentist and she got me back...
Jemi J.
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Laura. I am 38 years old. I am currently seeking a nanny position. I have previous experience with children. I am a special needs nanny who has worked with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury and autism. I also was a day camp counselor for two years for 5-year-olds. Plus, I worked with my mother who was...
5.0
(1)
As an aspiring Speech Language Pathologist I work with children who may be typically or atypically developing. Currently taking ABA certification classes I have experience working with children who are diagnosed with ASD, have difficulty with feeding and swallowing, mobility challenges, and struggle with verbal communication. I...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
HI , my name is Adriana. I'm 56 years old . I have my certificate for Homemaker , CNA . In the last 4 years, I have taken care of eldery with special needs. I love taking care of seniors and providing all needs for families . I also clean and can prepare meals . I am CPR trained. I have my own car, reliable for doctors...
Adriana can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, home modification, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is...
Nancy B.
Giselle R.
New York, NY
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified trained Nanny with Medical studies as an LPN. I have more than 20 years of experience. I am CPR- AED- First Aid certified in infants, adolescents, adults and elderly. I am bilingual English and Spanish. I am also available for late evenings, weekend and date nights with advance notice. I have lots of experience...
5.0
(5)
My Name is Jamie . 6+ years of experience as a Home Health Alde. Responsible Direct Support Professional proficient in Home Health Care and working with mentally disabled adults. Passionate and motivated, with a drive for excellence. Providing patients with help getting in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and...
Jamie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jamie was an absolute delight to work with. She cared for my grandmother and did an exceptional job. She went above and beyond to ensure our needs were met. It's always rough trying to find someone to care for a relative the way you would but Jamie eased all my...
Jessica M.
Olivia G.
New York, NY
$25-40/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 22 years old and I am a first year grad student ! I am vaccinated and boosted and I am very Covid-cautious. I have been a caregiver for 9 years now and I love children. I am a very energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16. I love to take kids on outings to parks, museums,...
Kaylan V.
Paterson, NJ
$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Kaylan. I am a senior at Montclair State University studying Psychology and Child Advocacy. I have four little brothers, and the 12-year-old has severe ADHD. I've learned so much over the years, caring for my brother. And because of him, I have a special love and passion for children with ADHD, ADD, and ODD....
5.0
(1)
I strive to provide kind and compassionate care fore those who cannot help themselves. I will work to provide quality care in all areas of life including basic tasks or spending quality time together as a companion. I desire to build long lasting relationships along with giving genuine care.
5.0
"John is so pleasant to work with! He is very reliable to be on time, and he will do anything you ask! I have used him to drive my son, as well as me and organize anything you need! John is an exceptional worker!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for patients that are elderly, disabled, handicapped and have Alzheimer's for 30 years. I enjoy making them smile and laugh. Most important is to make them feel safe and comfortable with me. I treat all my clients as family and give them the best care. I also do bathing, medications, helping them dress,...
Grace can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia & more
5.0
"What can I say. This woman is a angel and when above and beyond making my fathers last months exceptionally comfortable, with respect and care above anything else. Not only did she keep him safe but also stimulated, well fed and well cared for. She is an amazing...
Greg H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am currently working as caretaker I take care of the patients, mostly geriatrics that are unstable to walk and need assistance, patients with dementia, and who have mental illness. I also assist and help patients with special disabilities such as patients with Multiple Sclerosis (patients who are having difficulty walking...
Pratibha can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, home modification
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Mrs. Pratibha has been so amazing with my Mom who is 92 with many health issues. Her medical background and careful, loving nature has made me able to feel completely calm when leaving her with her. She is a gift!"
Kimi R.
5.0
(1)
I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and enjoy caring for others and helping out. I am certified in CPR and have worked with special needs children and helping them develop throughout the years. I am experienced with toddlers mostly and children the age 10 and younger. I also bring games and other educational...
5.0
"we interviewed her and thought she'd be just perfect with our daughter who has autism. right away she was interacting and playing together which she has never done with a stranger before! we sadly never got to hire her because we had to move last minute in another...
Lindsey L.
Elsie O.
Orange, NJ
$25-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am caring and compassionate and enjoy helping the elderly and people with special needs. I have 15 years of experience in caring for seniors. I'm a certified home health aid and also a certified CNA. This is something that I'm very passionate about . I have experience in alzheimers, dementia, stroke, diabetes and total car.
I...
5.0
"Elsie is a respectable hard working lady who is so tolerant and helpful to every situation she faces when it comes to caregiving."
Care member
3.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a mother of 3 teenagers, all in college and working. I am very careful and loving mother. I had on my care a sweet girl with Autism. I believe on giving respect and care to others and more in the people who are in more need, also I had in my care 2 beautiful girls from Harrington Park. 10 months and 3 years old, also 2...
5.0
(1)
I have more than 10 years of experience being a personal care giver and aide to patients who are disabled, have Alzheimer's/dementia or need assistance because they are unable to perform basic everyday tasks.
I am proficient in providing the assistance that patients need including light cleaning, meal preparation, running...
Natakii can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, hospice services & more
5.0
"Natalie is a great aide. She was very helpful in taking care of my 88 year old father who was bedridden. She took care of his meds, baths and meals she was a wonderful help to him. She is a very responsible and reliable person. My family appreciated her very much...
Lexi M.
Julie P.
Newark, NJ
$17/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am currently working at a school with students that have Autism. I currently work with 10 years old students, but I have experience with ages younger and older as well. I am working towards my teaching license here in NJ. I have previous experience from working with adults with disabilities. I love caring for and supporting...
Ana H.
New York, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Great experience / reference available Saturday and Sunday .
Am currently hold a RN from the state of Florida, love to work with special needs!
5.0
"I can not say enough about how amazing Ana is. She is prompt, communicative, and most of all truly caring. I had a last minute work trip and Ana was able to come through for me at literally the LAST minute to take my chronically ill mother to two essential Doctor's...
Liza F.
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Recent special needs adult care reviews in Wood Ridge, NJ
Aminata K.
5.0
I'm so glad I was able to find Ami for assistance! I am not a senior; I'm the one who needed assistance after an emergency dental procedure and she was there for me, very attentive, friendly and kind. I was able to be signed out from the dentist and she got me back home safely! I would definitely...
- Jemi J.
Adriana M.
5.0
Adriana has been a true blessing in my life as she cares for my Mother who suffers from worsening dementia. She keeps her company, helps with her day to day activities and although difficult with advanced dementia she makes sure she is clean, fed and her house is kept spotless. My Mother's final...
- Nancy B.
Jamie L.
5.0
Jamie is genuinely interested in helping others and provides excellent patient care in a consistently positive and skillful manner.
- Trenece L.
John M.
5.0
John is so pleasant to work with! He is very reliable to be on time, and he will do anything you ask! I have used him to drive my son, as well as me and organize anything you need! John is an exceptional worker!
- Care member
Grace B.
5.0
What can I say. This woman is a angel and when above and beyond making my fathers last months exceptionally comfortable, with respect and care above anything else. Not only did she keep him safe but also stimulated, well fed and well cared for. She is an amazing care taker and could not have done...
- Greg H.