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60 caregivers are listed in South Plainfield, NJ
The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 4 years
Caregivers in South Plainfield, NJ
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a dedicated caregiver with a 20 years experience to elderly patient with Alzheimer/Dementia. I am friendly, cheerful, with a dependable personality to make a real differences in the lives of individual as well as their family. I was employed by a family from 10/2002- 4/2014 as a full time live in caregiver to their...
Maria Beatrix can also help with: Errands, personal care, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"In June of 2018, I was stressed out and upset when searching for a caregiver for my aging mother (then 83) and her husband (then 87). Their wishes were to remain in their home, but they needed daily support from the minute they woke up until they went to sleep. I...
Karen M.
A few years ago, my grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I have watched my grandpa go through an emotional and physical roller coaster since then as he struggled to understand the disease and care for her the best he could. His unconditional love through this emotionally draining process has warmed my heart. I've...
Katie can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
Professionally I'm a licensed Home Health Aide & CPR certified. Until recently I was a nanny for a family & for years was a child caregiver in my home. I have experience working with seniors, as I worked in a nursing home in the salon. I made sure that time for them was a positive & enjoyable experience.
Personally I'm...
Lorraine can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Irma S.
Linden, NJ
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Irma, 45 years old. I have 10 years experience in adult and senior care. I have HHA certificate. I do my very best to be reliable, dependable, compassionate and caring as I can be. I am creating a care plan for each individual. I can help with meal prep, giving medications and doctor appointment, shopping and etc. I have...
Irma can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Irma is an experienced professional in the field of care-giving and is expert at helping families orient to providing support to a loved one. This includes establishing routines, organizing the household, monitoring health-related issues, and planning and preparing...
Loretta K.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and empathetic person by nature and this makes me love my job as a caregiver. I have been a caregiver almost my adult life. It started when I chose to take care of my sick granddad. During my teenage years I will walk to my grandpa's house to help grandma provide him with activities of daily living. It was a...
Atlanta can also help with: Home modification, personal care, live-in home care, respite care, dementia
5.0
"Atlanta was dependable, trustworthy, and experienced."
Kevin G.
Donyel H.
North Brunswick, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver And Consultant With Over 20 Years Of Experience
4.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of experience with Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite care, Rehabbing, Special Needs, Home healthcare and Family support. My superpower is the ability to uplift and support people to have their best quality of life especially when it becomes even more complicated. I understand...
Donyel can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
4.0
"Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her. "
Care member
5.0
(5)
A compassionate and always available to help my clients with their activities of daily living, meal preparation, feeding, light house keeping, laundry, grocery, and running of errands. I can also help accompany my clients to and from medical appointments as well as companionship and social interaction. Have cared for MS...
Rose can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Rose took exceptional care of my Grandma until she passed on. Our family adores this lady for her empathetic caring nature. She is very polite, always showed up on time with a willingness to assist my Grandma in all her daily tasks."
Sela B.
5.0
(1)
Here's a little bit about me. My name is Elizabeth, but I prefer to be called Liz. I am a mother of 3 sons and a grandmother to 2 beautiful granddaughters, whom I adore. I also had another very important person in my life, my mother.
I, personally took care of my mother for over 10 years. My mother suffered from mental...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Elizabeth has been working with my mom for over the past 2 years. She is an amazing person and an absolute caring care taker. I wouldn't ask for a better person to care for my loved one.
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Care member
Maria C.
Manville, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caregiver Very Caring-looking For Part Time Or Full Time Work Light Housekeeping And Cooking
4.3
(8)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
20years experience love caring for the elderly and making them smile. will take to Dr appointments light housekeeping shopping Have a license in home health care worked with dementia patients and mentally challenged . Have very good references and very very reliable. please feel free to call/email me for interview
Maria can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, mobility assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
CNA
4.0
"Maria is a kind, caring individual who is prompt, dependable and trustworthy. Maria is also flexible and can accommodate different schedules. Maria likes to be busy and all you have to do is show her how you want things done and she gets it done! Maria also...
Dianne K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a dependable and compassionate caregiver. I have been working in the medical field for 20 years. I pride myself on being able to quickly learn new skills and adopt to any situation. I try to connect with my clients , spending time with them, going for a walks. I am a mother of two grown children . I would be great addition...
Lilla can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"This past holiday season, we needed someone to come in and care for my mom, who had recently broken her pelvic bone. It was somewhat last minute, and through the grace of God, we found Lilla. I knew from the moment we spoke, she was the perfect fit for my mom....
Gail C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 50 year old mother of one. I have more than 10 years experience in child care and also enjoy caring for the elderly.
I cared for my 71 year old mother through stage 4 lung cancer. I made sure she took her medications and ate nutritious meals which I prepared for her. I bathed her, did all her laundry and took her to her...
Helenanne can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting physician
5.0
"Helenanne was reliable, dependable, and took great care of both our elderly grandmother and her dog companion. Our circumstances changed and we no longer required her services, but would absolutely recommend her!"
Austin M.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello. I'm a Dedicated and compassionate caregiver for senior citizen, personable and professional in responding to clients needs, with a gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating all with dignity and respect.
Trained and experienced in:
Dementia Communication Strategies
Anxiety Reduction
Social Interaction
Cognitive...
Gifty can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Gifty was very good at getting my injured relative up and about walking and doing her exercise every 10 minutes. Sometimes relatives don't want to be nagged by family members so having an outside person motivating her really worked. Gifty mopped the floor for me...
Karen S.
Alexandra P.
Bound Brook, NJ
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Good morning I have many years in taking care of loved ones who are mentally challenged, my dad who had cancer and unfortunately passed away, and people who have Alzheimer's and dementia disease. I can give you many references so you can speak directly with the families I helped during these challenging times in our life's....
5.0
"This woman cared for my mother-in-law unbelievable care giver. I do believe she kept my mother in law alive because of the love and care she gave she acted like it was her own mother I have never in my life seen someone so caring and attentive. I would hire her in...
Elizabeth S.
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: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, personal care, errands & 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.
5.0
(1)
I am a reliable caring trustworthy patient caregiver with 8yrs of experience in the field l am great conversationalist love hearing the old stories and l and l am versed in all aspects of senior care
Joseph can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Joseph is extremely kind and caring. Joseph cared for my 95 year old father for one year, dad was incontinent and for the last couple of months was totally wheelchair bound.
He is knowledgeable about elder care, and took very good care of dad- dad was always...
Linnea M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello I am 31 years old, I have 5 years of experience working with both women and men. I have all the documents, I know English. For me, this job is a great pleasure to help the elderly, because I love the elderly very much. I can help them with personal hygiene, washing, eating, cooking, cleaning the house.
Tinatin can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, personal care, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"I hired Tina to take care of my 102 year old mom. My mom didnt want anyone but i convinced her to try. My mom loved Tina and couldnt say enough good things about her and the way she treated her and looked after. I would use her again 100%. She was wonderful. "
Steve C.
5.0
(1)
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...
Cathi can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"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 and Cathi really too the time to understand my Mom and developed a wonderful relationship with her."
Dawn V.
Nana G.
Middlesex, NJ
$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Like Reading,watching Movies And Communicating With People.i'm Good With Individual Understanding.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm nana, 31 years old from Georgia country. I took home health aid license and working as a caregiver for 2 years. I have experience working with Alzheimer's patient and more. I'm very dependable and punctual. I can do housekeeping, laundry, cooking, bathing, medicine management and more. for more information please contact me....
Nana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia & more
5.0
"Nana cared for my father until his passing. Hiring her was one the best care-giving decisions we made. She is extremely affable, adaptable, a fast learner and strong. My father looked forward to seeing her every day. She provided comfort to my mother and knowing...
Bijal V.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Tamar can also help with: Home modification, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Tamara has been absolutely amazing with my mom . Mom is rather anxious and Tamara is marvelous at making my mom calm and at ease. Tamara is kind , intelligent, professional and ethical and stays active and busy working even when mom doesn't need anything ! So glad...
Mary D.
5.0
(1)
I am a compassionate person, dedicated to my work, I enjoy doing it and I do it with love, I follow orders and I'm very patient, active, flexible, I've been a professional caregiver for the past 6 years I work with both elderly and children. I can assist with meal prep and transportation as well. I'm an organizer, planner, and...
Yesenia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Very reliable caregiver, kind and loving, you will find a person that you can trust if you hire Yesenia, as a caregiver always follows instructions as you request and very flexible."
Joana T.
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Recent caregiver reviews in South Plainfield, NJ
Maria Beatrix S.
5.0
In June of 2018, I was stressed out and upset when searching for a caregiver for my aging mother (then 83) and her husband (then 87). Their wishes were to remain in their home, but they needed daily support from the minute they woke up until they went to sleep. I was beyond lucky to connect with...
- Karen M.
Irma S.
5.0
Irma is very loving and caring . She was wonderful with my Dad she took care of him until he passed.
- Jodi G.
Atlanta A.
5.0
Atlanta provided excellent care to my 93 year old Mother. Atlanta is a caring, generous, careful, attentive, reliable caregiver. We recommend her without any reservations!
- Chip H.
Donyel H.
4.0
Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her.
- Care member
Rose A.
5.0
Rose took exceptional care of my Grandma until she passed on. Our family adores this lady for her empathetic caring nature. She is very polite, always showed up on time with a willingness to assist my Grandma in all her daily tasks.
- Sela B.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in South Plainfield, NJ
What caregiver services can I find near me in South Plainfield, NJ?
Most private senior caregiver services in South Plainfield, 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 Plainfield.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in South Plainfield, NJ in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in South Plainfield, NJ on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $20.33 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 Plainfield, NJ?
There are currently 3 caregivers in South Plainfield, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from South Plainfield, 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 Plainfield before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in South Plainfield, NJ background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in South Plainfield, 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.