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Cathi A.

Part Time Care Giver Available

Parlin, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
I began working with children 10 years ago after I retired from my full time job. I have vast experience working with senior citizens as I was the sole caregiver to my elderly mother for 15 years as she suffered from Parkinson's disease. I have a gentle approach and would love the opportunity to assist any family in need of...

Dawn V. says "Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom who has dementia...

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Rilma V.

Clark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
As a caregiver, I will build relationships and help you to improve the quality of life. My goal will be to help you enjoy life. Help with meal prep, social interactions and light housekeeping.

Yelena K. says "I met Rilma first time and she such a sweet and hardworking person. She did full cleaning of my big house. Very good job. Definitely recommend her. And...

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Dana R.

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have extensive experience as a (Vaccinated) Senior Companion Caregiver and a CHHA provider. My approach is to care for each person with respect, kindness and understanding - everyone has a past, present and future. My goal is to provide comfort, safety, companionship, and good health for your loved one. I have worked with many...

Karen M. says "Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that mom is...

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Josefina A.

Caregiver

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Errands
dementia
hospice services
companionship
home modification
+ 1 more
I am HHA CERTIFIED CPR CERTIFIED CDPAP (Agency) Experience working at Assisted Living. And Home Care I have experience with patients on hospice in bed 10 years experience. Experience with patients that are totally blind, medication management, insulin and diabetes insulin/ medication management . Parkinson, dementia, stroke...

Carolyn C. says "Josefina was a wonderful aid for my elderly parents. She was dependable, kind and extremely professional. She worked hard and kept a very good line of...

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Nana B.

I Have Been Working With Seniors For The Past 8 Years.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
home modification
+ 1 more
I'm available again as, sadly, my elderly friend has died after a long illness. I seek a Caregiver position where I may contribute my longterm experience to a family with their loved one. I am a professional who goes above and beyond expectations and is hard working, fun and caring. I believe senior care is companion care, it is...

Brenda T. says "I have been blessed to know Nana for one years and there are no words to describe her. She is a quality human being who possesses dignity, honesty,...

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Norberto T.

The Best Of The Best

Keyport, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
dementia
meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as very out going I like caring for seniors because l like to make them feel valued and cared for even though in there minds they my not feel that way because they no longer are able to do for them selves I started caring for seniors when my oldest brother was ill and it sparked something in me...

Nancy L. says "Norberto took care of my dad for almost two years. He treated my dad like family. He took him to his home several times. He even included him in on his...

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Aretousa G.

Home Health Aide

Perth Amboy, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
respite care
I am a Certified Home Health Aide with 12 years' of experience in the health care field. It is a true blessing giving love and care to our elderly. They need our love, care and attention. I love putting smiles on their faces when I take care of them and making them feel wanted... helping them go through their day with ease and...

Atif H. says "Aretousa is very caring, compassionate, and considerate! She provides home care with a personal touch! Always goes above and beyond!"

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Tira J.

Child/ Senior Care And Errands

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello, I am writing to apply for the Caregiver positions on Care. com. I have an excellent background in providing care for people of all ages and conditions with more than 10+ years of experience in the field. I worked as a Residential Manager at an Assistant Living facility for 8 years. I have experience working with young,...

David And Jana A. says "Tira is an outstanding caregiver! She goes above and beyond. She is trustworthy, dependable, and very professional."

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Frances L.

Full-Time Caregiver But Not Weekends

Woodbridge, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
personal care
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello. My name is Frances. I am married and have a teen son. I have resided in Middlesex County, New Jersey all of my life. I am very family oriented, and I enjoy decorating and making crafts. Caring for others and compassion comes very natural to me. I very much enjoy caring for the elderly, children, and pets and am extremely...

Jane P. says "Frances took care of my Mom and was kind, considerate and patient. She helped with light housework and laundry, whatever she needed. She took her to the...

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Lisa K.

CAREGIVER WITH HEART OF GOLD

Westfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$33/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been an elder caregiver for 3 years. I am certified in First Aid, CPR and AED. I am also a trained professional flight attendant who had the honor to provide full time at home Hospice care for my father until his passing in October, 2018. I am a caring, nurturing individual who will care for your family members as if they...

Paula Z. says "I have had Lisa help with senior care for both my mother, and my father. She is extremely caring, conscientious, and goes above and beyond. I would highly...

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Lela K.

Smile Creator

Rahway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
dementia
respite care
I'm Lela 47 years old female, friendly and nice person and looking for a job to take care elderly person . Have been working as a caregiver for 10 years. Loved doing my job and willing to do the same for future. Had been helpful and reliable all the time. Helping others is my lovely thing to do. Fully vaccinated (Booster). I...

Ekaterine T. says "Lela is one of the best I've ever seen as my mother in low's caregiver,,she was with her more then two years, She adored Lela because she made her life...

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Stacyann C.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a trustworthy, dependable, caring individual who loves to provide care for others especially for Seniors. I grew up assisting with the care of my grandparents and I love the satisfaction you receive from knowing I was able to make a difference in someone's live (s). I have worked privately and through various agencies. I...

Care Member says "Stacyann is amazing! She is reliable, attentive, caring, and very professional. My family will forever be grateful for the care she provided my mom...

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Diana P.

HHA Full- Time , Available For Companionship, Light Housekeeping And Meal Prep.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Personal care
live-in home care
dementia
I had been working as a caregiver for more than 18 years. I work day and night shift as well as live in. As a certified home health aide I do have the experiences in taking care of different cases such as Alzheimer s and demensia, bed ridden terminally ill cancer patient , CVA recovered from rehab, Parkinson s, ALS also known as...

Care Member says "Diana is a very hard worker and pleasant to have in your home. Diana is intelligent, reliable and conscientious. Diana took care of my elderly mother...

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Mimoza G.

Senior Caregiver

Matawan, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
personal care
companionship
My experience with seniors is about 16 years in the industry ranging from private care to commercial assistant living homes. I am an immigrant who worked in house and commercial cleaning when I first came to America. I started working with seniors because this is what I was good at and what I have been doing for my entire life.

Ondine M. says "We are very grateful for " Mimi" who is a wonderful, trusted, self- motivated, knowledgeable senior care giver, whom my mother greatly enjoys !"

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Tamar I.

Caregiver Looking For A Job

Avenel, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
home modification
dementia
My name is Tamar. I have been a caregiver for more than eight years. I enjoy taking care of people and making them feel physically and emotionally better everyday. Last person I took care of told me I was the best caregiver she ever had. I like to accompany them, listen to what they have to say and take them out for a walk...

Care Member says "Tamar provided excellent care for my mother, she was very dependable and overall a very caring dedicated person. You can feel confident when your loved...

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Natasha T.

Edison, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been working as a home caregiver for almost 5 years now but have been in the medical field for 14 years. I currently take care of a 80yr old female who had a stroke last year. I provide basic care and light housekeeping. I also provide assistance with transportation, errands, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and...

Ali T. says "Natasha responds quickly and worked around any environmental issues (people coming in and out and other activities happening in the house). She brought all...

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Ranjanie W.

Senior Citizen Caregiver.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
7 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a dedicated and caring worker who has been taking care of young children and elderly individuals since 2016. Responsibilities include: 1. Providing a warm and welcoming care environment 2. Listening to a patient's needs, wants, and other suggestions about their care 3. Attending to patient's hygienic needs such as bathing,...

Renuka K. says "She is very responsible and a great person."

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Cynthia A.

Caregiver

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello. I have been a personal private caregiver to seniors and also an activity aid in nursing homes. I have compassion, understanding for people in need. I am honest and reliable.

Care Member says "Cynthia was truly amazing caring for my mother. She is thoughtful, caring and great in stressful situations. i consider myself very lucky to have found...

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Lynda O.

I Have Been Working In A Long Term Living Facility

Sayreville, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
companionship
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have spent the past 10 years of my life working with seniors who had various needs; I am a trained & licensed nursing assistant/ caregiver who exudes love, which is my driving force in caregiving. I am humane I am compassionate, I am empathetic I am patient, especially with very stubborn/tough clients. I am...

Care Member says "She is a very dedicated and experienced caregiver "

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Syreeta H.

Caring Professional Hha Caregiver And Direct Care Professional

Avenel, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience
Respite care
personal care
dementia
Hi, I'm Professional , compassionate, and a reliable caregiver and direct care professional

Sade D. says "Syreeta is patient and consistent. So grateful that she is supporting my parents during this time."

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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Fords, NJ

Caregivers in Fords, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Cathi A.

Cathi takes a sincere interest in those she cares for. She is very reliable and so helpful with everything. Cathi helped us with my Mom...

- Dawn V.

Rilma V.

I met Rilma first time and she such a sweet and hardworking person. She did full cleaning of my big house. Very good job. Definitely...

- Yelena K.

Dana R.

Dana has been assisting my mom since 2014 and is still employed with us as recently as 11/2020. We are so happy we found a caregiver that...

- Karen M.

FAQs for finding caregivers in Fords, NJ

Most private senior caregiver services in Fords, NJ will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Fords.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Fords, NJ on Care.com as of December, 2025 is $23.00 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.

There are currently 8 caregivers in Fords, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Fords, NJ or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Fords before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Fords, NJ on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.

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