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5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience caring for people with dementia, diabetes, and kidney failure. I am communicative and compassionate person. Specialize in wound care, inserting the Foley catheter, Bathing Assistance, Administration of Medication, and overall patient care including routine home care. I have very good references from my patients...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, errands, hospice services, personal care, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Maria was very personable and dependable. Very helpful with every task. Hard working and diligent."
Joan H.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Andrea. I live in in Lyndhurst, I am Brazilian. I have experience and excellent references. I have experience with special needs, housekeeping and hospice. I am fluent in English, Portuguese and Spanish. I really love working with people, and I know it's a gift from God.
Andrea can also help with: Respite care, hospice services, personal care, dementia, home modification, visiting physician & more
5.0
"I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own family. My mother had the best care and comfort during her final days on this earth. I highly recommend...
Amy E.
5.0
(2)
I am compassionate & reliable certified HHA/Caregiver with over 7yrs of experience caring for an elderly (Dementia/Alzheimer/MS/Bedridden).
I am responsible for preparing meals, feeding, bathing, dressing and encouraging the client to perform daily activities such as walking & exercising to enhance mobility. Maintaining the...
Ma Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Isabel was my mother's caregiver for many years until my mom passed. The care that Isabel provided to my mother greatly contributed to her quality of life. My mother was 96 when she passed. Isabel was very patient and attentive, and she always put my mom first....
Laurie L.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Lita and I've been working in the medical field since 2010. I have worked as a Medical Assistant, CNA, and PCT. I have always been passionate about making a difference in someone's life. My father suffered a stroke and needed aide from a day to day basis for 15 years. It has truly inspired me to help others...
Lita can also help with: Companionship, personal care, mobility assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Lita is the consummate professional! She is very dependable, caring, and puts 100% into everything she does! I know this, because she's been helping me!"
Dana S.
5.0
(1)
I have worked with several people and their families over the years. - I can make light meal help with dressing and be a general companion. I enjoy the company and wisdom of seniors and have compassion for those that are ill. I have plenty of references, just ask.
Although I have my BS in Business I am also a CMA - Certified...
Amendola can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"My elderly Mom had a stroke and needed care while she was at home. My Mother enjoyed Alma's company. She was very compassionate. I would definitely recommend Alma as a caregiver."
Linda R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for 10+ years as a CHHA . The reason why I became a caregiver was because of my mother she had become ill and needed home care so I decided to put my career on hold to help her during her time of illness. After she had passed I decided that helping others gave me a sense of fulfillment knowing that I was...
Pauline can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pauline is one in million! She is responsible, dependable and a pleasure to be with!"
Enid R.
Andrea D.
Roselle, NJ
$24-31/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Home Care and Meal Preparation. I became a caregiver. Because I take pride in caring for the sick and the elderly. I enjoy putting a smile on the elderly face and knowing I can make a difference. I am a strong, caring, hard-working, honest individual who enjoy taking care of others....
Andrea can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, personal care, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I recently turned to Care.com in search of additional support for my sister, who has been battling multiple sclerosis for years. As my mother, who has been a primary caregiver, is getting older, the need for external help became crucial. Among the numerous...
Karyne J.
Veronica O.
Cedar Grove, NJ
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver Of Seniors, CPR Certified
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My experience has been providing companionship to seniors, cooking for them, cleaning, doing their laundry, taking them to the doctor's appointments and anywhere they need to go. I take care of them as if they are my own family. Seniors deserve that and much more.
Veronica can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, companionship, dementia, respite care, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Veronica was a companion for my aunt 3-4 days a week until I felt my aunt needed a live in aide.
Veronica is warm, caring and sweet. She is honest, patient, kind and friendly.
My aunt initially did not want a companion and she grew to love Veronica quickly....
Jodi G.
5.0
(2)
I have 10 years experience as a private duty senior companion with excellent references. My most recent experience was caring for an elderly woman in Florham Park, NJ for the past three and a half years until her passing at age 96. I did her errands and food shopping, light meal preparation, administered oral medications and as...
Margaret can also help with: Errands, companionship, transportation, meal prep
5.0
"I had the pleasure of working with Margy on a private duty case for several years. Margy is a dependable, punctual, caring individual and I would highly recommend her to any future employers."
Geraldine G.
Jineen J.
Elizabethport, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Home Care - Companion - Elder/Senior Care Giver
5.0
(6)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I've been a caregiver for the elderly with over 20 years of experience. I'm an experienced caregiver of anyone with or without a disability who needs care. I provide each client with a customized care plan that maintains and improve their quality of life. I'm compassionate while making the client male or female comfortable...
Jineen can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
5.0
"Whenever one is considering hiring a care giver for a loved one, there is always the concern of whether they will care for them like we have. When my parents became incapable of living independently, our family considered a care facility. They tried it for two...
Care member
Pamela E.
Newark, NJ
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified patient care technician/home health aide with more than 2 1/2 yrs of employment experience with excellent communications skills, providing exceptional in-home care and support to clients with a range of illnesses and other challenges.
Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to light housekeeping,...
Pamela can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, personal care, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Pam is an excellent nursing assistant. She is competent with her care giving skills and she is extremely compassionate and able to communicate clearly. Pam is dependable and takes her responsibilities seriously. My mother is extremely satisfied with her...
Barbara M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Bayola I am a very honest person who doesn't like to disappoint my clients. Helping put a smile on my patients and their family's face is a goal of mine . I am a responsible and respectful person, caring, clean , responsible and show professionalism at what I do. I got so many experience working with some...
Bayola can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Bayola cared for my father for 2 1/2 years. She is a top tier professional who not only has the experience, knowledge and skills, but cares for her clients with all her heart. My father had dementia and was bed ridden however, he never suffered any associated...
Mary N.
4.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I would describe myself as caring, compassionate and attentive. I like taking good care of people in need so that they can live independently and with dignity. This is a very satisfying job for me because I get to create a bond with my clients and make a difference in their lives. My responsibilities include: preparing meals and...
Keta can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"We had Doctor's appointments. that took us in a different direction, I'm sure Keta is a wonderful caring person, she has great references, I wish her the best in her career. There is no need for a caregiver at present for us."
Jill B.
Martha W.
Bayonne, NJ
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a positive, energetic and loving person whose worked with patients who have dementia, stroke, diabetic, hospice, Parkinson and many more. I love taking care of my clients and giving them the best company , love, care , comfort and doing other activities. am responsible, kind and always ready to help whenever am needed....
Martha can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care, hospice services
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Martha was wonderful. My home was cleaner than I left it
My husband always asked when she coming. We still be using her if my husband didn't pass way. If I ever need care I want Martha W."
Diane S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have over 25 yrs experience as a Personal Care Aide and Coordinator at an assisted living facility in PA. Five yrs ago, I moved to NJ&for the past 3 yrs I cared for a couple in their 90s in their home&for the 2 yrs prior to that I cared for an 85 yr old gentleman &a 78 yr old woman on hospice in their homes.
I perform a...
Rosa can also help with: Respite care, dementia, home modification, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care & more
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Rosa. She helped me with my 99 year old father in law who was very independent yet needed help. Rosa was very professional, responsible , caring, and went above and beyond to make sure he was taken care. She was very careful in...
Wendy G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Dana can also help with: Companionship, dementia, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, personal care & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"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 comfortable with. Mom is now 96 and has gone through many changes but Dana has been with us all the way. She is a...
Karen M.
I'm available Mondays through Fridays, Saturdays can be negotiable. Also available anywhere from 8-11 hours per day. Very dependable. My services are anywhere from sitting with the patient, giving medications, cooking, lite housework, giving showers or sponge baths, transferring from bed to wheelchair, or visaversa.
Honest...
Erica can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
I have both lived in and worked with elderly patients in their home as well as in Assisted Living. As a companion and caregiver, I cooked and prepared meals, drove to doctor appointments, shopping, organized daily medications, helped get the person ready for the morning or bedtime. I was a companion as well and would spend time...
Cathy can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
I've been a long term caregiver for over 5 successfully years. In those years I've exclusively worked as a companion and caregiver for women. Being a caregiver is a meaningful career to me because I get to help people at a time when a patient most needs a loving hand. I offer premium care a compassionate approach, friendly...
Martha can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, companionship, personal care, errands, meal prep & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experience caregiver with over 20 years of experience. I have a passion for giving care to my patients. Over the years, I have provided care and comfort for patients with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's disease, Multiple sclerosis and patient on hospice. I enjoy what I do and I hope you will consider me to provide...
Georgina can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very helpful, truthful, hard working, sincere ,obedient, caring, loving and reliable "
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Recent caregiver reviews in South Orange, NJ
Maria T.
5.0
Maria was a wonderful private home care nurse for my mother. She provided an extraordinary standard of care. She is extremely skilled, compassionate and reliable. I am beyond grateful for her time spent with my mother. I would highly recommend her services.
- Care member
Andrea F.
5.0
I was so fortunate to find Andrea to care for my ailing mother. She is a beautiful, caring, compassionate woman who cared for my mother like she was her own family. My mother had the best care and comfort during her final days on this earth. I highly recommend Andrea to care for your loved ones.
- Amy E.
Ma Isabel D.
5.0
Isabel is a very caring person.She is a very kind co-worker.She treats her clients as her family and gives them a tender loving care.
- Beatriz T.
Lita C.
5.0
Lita is the consummate professional! She is very dependable, caring, and puts 100% into everything she does! I know this, because she's been helping me!
- Dana S.
Amendola A.
5.0
My elderly Mom had a stroke and needed care while she was at home. My Mother enjoyed Alma's company. She was very compassionate. I would definitely recommend Alma as a caregiver.
- Linda R.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in South Orange, NJ
What caregiver services can I find near me in South Orange, NJ?
Most private senior caregiver services in South Orange, 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 South Orange.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in South Orange, NJ in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in South Orange, NJ on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $22.00 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.
How do I find private caregivers near me in South Orange, NJ?
There are currently 5 caregivers in South Orange, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from South Orange, 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 South Orange before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in South Orange, NJ background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in South Orange, 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.