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Cheryl K.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Forked River, NJ

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
I have my Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration. I taught for 7 years anatomy and physiology. I took care of my Grandmother and my Father before they passed because I did not like the way others were treating them. I was raised to believe that the young have a responsibility to take care of the elderly with kindness...

Lynn J. says "She is a lovely person, very flexible, organized and a hard worker. Reliable and trustworthy."

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Laila E.

Forked River, NJ

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Specialized care
hospice services
personal care
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver , I have a big heart for the elderly , I have cared for members of my family and other peoples families and would love the opportunity to put a smile on someone face , I have assisted clients with their activities of daily living , engaged in conversation , and maintained a clean...
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Rashaun H.

Forked River, NJ

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Rashaun, RN - a Registered Nurse who provides trusted, compassionate in-home support for seniors and individuals with disabilities across Ocean County. I help families find peace of mind through safe, nurse-supervised care that covers personal care, companionship, meal prep, medication setup, mobility support, and...
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Madina Y.

Forked River, NJ

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$15/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
With 4 years of experience in caregiving I am very caring, good cook, great companion. Will help with shopping, housekeeping, personal hygiene care, driving to the doctors etc..
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Janice G.

25+ Yesrs Physical Therapy Experience

Manchester Township, NJ

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
companionship
Worked as a PT for 25+ years, 20 of them in Home Care. Since then I have transitioned to Caregiving, providing support where it's needed, including: transportation, meal prep, light house cleaning, laundry, keeping up on scheduled appointments and companionship. I have extensive experience with orthopedic and neurological...

Jill W. says "Jan cared for my mom for the last 3.5 years. My mom loved her so much - as a friend, companion and helper. Jan has a very unique skillset in her ability to...

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Adejoke A.

Manchester Township, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
hospice services
mobility assistance
companionship
Hi, my name is Adejoke, but my clients love to call me Ade or Aj. I have been a certified home health aid for more than 10 years. Taking care of people is what gives me joy. I am a reliable and compassionate cavegive who loves taking care of seniors. Making their day fun is my priority. I have worked with diagnoses such as...

Lori R. says "Ade is a wonderful human being. She was very kind, patient and thoughtful when interacting with my father who had dementia. I am grateful for all she has...

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Lisa S.

Manchester Township, NJ

3.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
light cleaning
mobility assistance
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a very caring and compassionate person. My mom had suffered from a stroke and I assisted in helping her afterwards. She is now able to thankfully take care of herself. I also worked with a 94-year-old woman PT. I was basically a companion for her and helped with other stuff she needed done. Unfortunately she just recently...

Care Member says "Lisa S. was a companion for my 94-year old mother and did an excellent job. Mom enjoyed spending time with her and looked forward to her visits. Lisa...

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Sharon C.

Available For Part Time Child Care...senior Help...

Manchester Township, NJ

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Took care of ailing parents.... and senior family members. Became a way of life I think. I enjoy working with seniors-I believe you get as much as you give.
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Gisela M.

Certified CPR, Medical Emergencies

Manchester Township, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
mobility assistance
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Gisela I have 17 years experience in the caregiving field. I specialize in all areas of the patients heath care needs. I care, and love my patients, as if they are my own family members. I am CPR certified , and Medical Emergencies certified. I have great references upon your request. I am a very loving,...

Carol B. says "Gisela genuinely cared about my husband and me and helped both of us tremendously. She was also excellent with communication."

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Laura H.

Home Companion

Lanoka Harbor, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
personal care
Hello , Families my name is Laura and I am a home companion. I am a trustworthy, caring, patient, and a very reliable care giver. I am also very flexible. I know that the cost of care is expensive and many caregivers want minimum hours I will work when you need me, and within your budget I do not require minimum hours or...

Scott H. says "Laura is a compassionate, thoughtful caregiver who truly cares about the people she works with. She takes the time to learn a person's needs and provides...

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Natia C.

Barnegat, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
hospice services
dementia
home modification
+ 1 more
I have been a professional caregiver for more than 19 years and have acquired much experience and excellent references. As a very organized, trustworthy and reliable person, I'm very responsible and hardworking. I have the ability to learn new tasks and make decisions easily and I do everything with care and passion. I can...
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Karylanne C.

Service With Gratitude

Manchester Township, NJ

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I worked in Assisted Living a few times throughout my journey. I did direct care-giving with around 20 different residents along my weekly schedule. It was one of the most rewarding jobs I have ever done. Some of my responsibilities included, showering and dressing residents, assisting with transportation to and from restroom...
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Katy M.

Caring And Loyal Care Giver

Manchester Township, NJ

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
10 years experience in sub acute facility. Honest and dedicated, I enjoy all phases of care-giving. I pride myself on making a comfortable and mutual beneficial relationship with my client.
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Alvera D.

Island Heights, NJ

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$15/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
errands
I have taken care of people with Parkinson's and people with mesothelioma, and early onset dementia. i've been bedside for many deaths and I feel it's very important that people should not be alone at the end of their life, but that our family member for whatever reason may not be able to be there 24 seven and it becomes very...
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Yawah V.

Manchester Township, NJ

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$25/hr
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Compassionate and dependable caregiver with 25 years of experience assisting seniors with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and companionship. Adept at providing emotional support while maintaining dignity and respect. Strong physical stamina to handle long shifts with a patient and nurturing...
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Rachel R.

Ocean Gate, NJ

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dependable bilingual caregiver with over 40 years of experience caring for seniors. I have a true passion for supporting the elderly, including those living with dementia, and I'm dedicated to creating a warm, safe, and comforting environment. Whether preparing meals, helping around the home, or offering...
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Doris S.

Caregiver

Waretown, NJ

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
personal care
errands
meal prep
dementia
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Light Housecleaning. Personal care, anything you may need, references available.
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Jeff V.

Manchester Township, NJ

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience supporting individuals of all ages and needs. I take pride in being patient, attentive, and respectful of each person's unique personality and routines. I always aim to build trust with both the individual I care for and their family. I'm also dependable, professional,...
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Katherine H.

Worked In A Memory Care Unit For 1 1/2 Years

Manchester Township, NJ

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
Worked in memory care for a year and a half. Did multiple in-home caregiving jobs for people on hospice, and people with dementia.
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Dawn B.

Empathic And Compassionate Caregiver

Manchester Township, NJ

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Caring for your loved one would be my greatest honor. I have cared for seniors in nursing home, hospital, and home care settings. If you are a caregiver who needs a day away to take a well-earned break, I would be happy to care for your loved one.
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  • 60 caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.25/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated caregivers is 5.0

Recent caregiver reviews from local parents in Forked River, NJ

Caregivers in Forked River, NJ are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed caregivers

Cheryl K.

She is a lovely person, very flexible, organized and a hard worker. Reliable and trustworthy.

- Lynn J.

Janice G.

Jan cared for my mom for the last 3.5 years. My mom loved her so much - as a friend, companion and helper. Jan has a very unique skillset in...

- Jill W.

Adejoke A.

Ade is a wonderful human being. She was very kind, patient and thoughtful when interacting with my father who had dementia. I am grateful...

- Lori R.

FAQs for finding caregivers in Forked River, NJ

Most private senior caregiver services in Forked River, 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 Forked River.

The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Forked River, NJ on Care.com as of November, 2025 is $19.25 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 4 caregivers in Forked River, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Forked River, 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 Forked River before making a hiring decision.

Yes, caregivers near you in Forked River, 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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