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(#1522) 8 year old boy in NE Portland looking for help Mon-Fri 2:40pm-5:30pm
Portland
8 year old boy in NE Portland looking for help Mon-Fri 2:40pm-5:30pm (Possibly don’t need Wed). He is kind, artistic, has a great memory for jokes and is always thinking of others. He enjoys being creative, things that are spooky and going outside to ride his bike and Scooter. He is needing help with communication skills, becoming more independent with his independent living skills including hygiene and self care, working on his emotional regulation, and attending an outdoor program. DSP should like outdoor activities including being outside rain or shine, be reliable, have a light touch when it comes to correcting his behaviors, and have experience dealing with client behaviors. There is a dog in the home and no smoking.
(#8630) 36 year old male in North Portland looking for part time help Thursday and Fridays mornings
Portland
36 year old male in North Portland looking for help Thursday and Fridays mornings for about 4 hours. He is a hard worker, able to self advocate and also wants to help others/animals. He enjoys punk music shows, Anime , politics, watching Twitch , being a Wikipedia Editor, and playing video games. He is needing help getting access to mental health services, applying for SSI/SSA, getting out into the community to do activities he enjoys, support with his social justice activism, maintaining stable housing, helping with reminders for meds and bills due, and support with ADL’s including meal prep, housekeeping and laundry. He lives with his 15 year old cat. DSP should be kind, into community involvement, able to help him navigate the health system, be respectful of how he wants to do things, and like animals.
(#2328) 47 year old female in SE Portland (Hazelwood neighborhood) is looking for a DSP 2–3 days per week, with flexible days.
Portland
47 year old female in SE Portland (Hazelwood neighborhood) is looking for a DSP 2–3 days per week, with flexible days. The DSP will also need to accompany her once a month to Madras, approximately 2.5 hours from her home, to visit her daughter. Support includes attending medical appointments for emotional support and advocacy, helping follow through with medical recommendations after appointments, cooking and reading recipes, cleaning and organizing her apartment, Asisstance giving PRN meds as needed, grocery shopping and errands, getting out into the community for meaningful connections, occasional day trips such as the beach or nearby attractions, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She is looking for someone dependable, supportive, and encouraging. No smoking or pets in the home.
(#8350) 11 year old boy in SE Portland looking for part time help after school Mon-Fri. Schedule is flexible.
Portland
11 year old boy in SE Portland looking for part time help after school Mon-Fri. Schedule is flexible. He is smart, funny, active, and a quick learner, especially with technology. He enjoys helping others and playing video games. He is looking for support with increasing independence with hygiene and daily routines, improving transitions away from screens, emotional regulation, communication skills, cooking skills, safely exploring the community, building social skills, and trying new activities. The ideal DSP will have patience, de-escalation skills, and the ability to help create and maintain routines and expectations. Familiarity with video games is a plus, as this is a key interest and a great way to connect with him. There is smoking in the home, and there are cats, dogs, and other pets.
(#1039) 10 year old girl in NW Portland looking for help Mon-Friday 2pm-6:30pm and Sat/Sun 10am-2pm. Schedule is flexible.
Portland
10 year old girl in NW Portland looking for help Mon-Fri. 2pm-6:30pm and Sat/Sun 10am-2pm though days and times are flexible.She is energetic, friendly, and kind, and loves giving hugs and cuddling. She enjoys toys that light up, being outdoors, exploring different textures, playing in the water, bouncing on her trampoline, and dancing. She is looking for support with communication, including practicing sign language, completing one housekeeping task each day, getting out into the community, working on emotional regulation, and learning to stay safe both at home and in the community. She also needs assistance with dressing, mobility including occasional wheelchair use, cutting food, and toileting, including diaper changes. They are looking for a reliable DSP who has experience supporting individuals who use nonverbal communication and is comfortable administering rescue seizure medication. There is a dog and no smoking in the home
(#4539 & 1223) A 67-year-old male and 55-year-old female living together in NE Portland needing help Mon-Fri 12PM-6/7PM
Portland
A 67-year-old male and 55-year-old female living together in NE Portland are looking for a caring, respectful DSP who can provide support to both partners together and separately Monday-Friday 12pm-6 or 7pm. The 67 year old male needs help with medical appointments and follow-ups, understanding new medications, and community outings such as trips to the park. He loves football, especially the Dallas Cowboys. His 55 year old female partner needs help with occasional day trips to the coast, Eugene, ect., housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, emotional regulation, socialization, and navigating or debriefing after difficult interactions. The ideal DSP should be dependable, discreet, experienced in caregiving, and respectful of their independence. A reliable vehicle is required, and the DSP should be comfortable around dogs. There is no smoking in the home.
Portland
(#1912) 11 year old boy in SE Portland looking for part-time help up to 22 hours a week
11 year old in SE Portland looking for part time help for up to 22 hours a week. Schedule is Flexible. He will need help with ADL's, toileting, administering meds, and working on emotional regulation. Looking for DSP who loves drums or musical instruments and has experience with non verbal children. There is no smoking and two dogs and 4 cats in the home.
(#0197) 23 year old female in NW Portland looking for help on Thursday, Friday and Sunday 2pm - 7pm. Flexible
Portland
23 year old female in NW Portland looking for help on Thursday, Friday and Sunday 2pm - 7pm. There is some flexibility with schedule.. Roughly 15 hours a week. Client enjoys reading storybooks, swinging in the backyard, watching TV, and watching videos on her tablet. DSP will assist with toileting, meal and snack service, and recreation/entertainment assistance, and will need to be able to support challenging behaviors. Integrated care with a supportive family and ongoing guidance and coaching can be provided via behavioral and SLP therapists. There are dogs, but no smoking in the home.
(#9945) 23year old male in Portland looking for part time help for 10 hours a week. Schedule is flexible.
Portland
23 year old male in Portland looking for help 4 hours during the week and possible 6 hours during the weekend. Days/Times areflexible. He is needing help with getting out into the community as well as go on day trips around Oregon mostly though may need some help in the home with basic ADL's. DSP would need to transport client in their ow car. There is no smoking or pets in the home.
(#2897) 27-year-old male in SE Portland is looking for help any day 12pm -6 pm four days a week.
Portland
27-year-old male in SE Portland is lookingfor help any day 12pm -6 pm preferably 4 days a week. He enjoys cooking, being social, going to the gym, and has a strong work ethic. Support will focus on building ADL/IADL skills, including housework and budgeting, setting up and geting him to his music classes, becoming more comfortable with longer car rides and wearing headphones for short periods in the car, reducing his fear of flying, having one meal per week with family, increasing social integration, and enjoying day trips to the beach and other nearby attractions. The ideal DSP is patient, supportive, active, and reliable. A reliable vehicle is required for transportation, and the DSP should be comfortable with him singing while they drive. There are dogs and birds in the home, and no smoking.