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Caregivers in Watchung, NJ
Azeez O.
Watchung, NJ
$25-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
As A Certified Home Health Aide , I Possesses A Comprehensive Understanding Of Adult Care Giving .
I have over 7years of experience doing adult care . Some of my highly rated skills include, Personal care assistance, Medication reminder , Safety and fall prevention, Documentation and reporting of incident , Respect for individual preferences, Companionship and social engagement. Also I do assist with light housekeeping.
Azeez can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands & more
I have 20 years experience as a Senior Care Giver not only in N. J. But also in Maryland. I began senior home care at the age of 25 for a wonderful 10 years. The women I took care of opened my eyes to how rewarding a career such as this could be. I've provided home care for an elderly man for 2 years before his passing and also...
Lorraine can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CNA
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: Dementia, visiting physician, personal care
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.
4.0
(1)
I am a mature person in my late 60's who is looking to be a caregiver for an elderly person. From March to October I worked for a 87 yr old lady in New Providence. Before that I was working for a 90-year-old lady in Gillette for a year who needed a caregiver after she had a fall and broke her hip. The family has decided they...
Barbara can also help with: Dementia, personal care
4.0
"Barbara has worked for my parents and I for the past 3 years as a senior care giver. Her hours have been 5 days per week for the morning hours. Her responsibilities have included household tasks and errands. She is a careful driver. She has been very warm and...
Tamsen T.
Katerina G.
Dunellen, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Professional caregiver with 15 years of experience looking live out job to care for your loved ones. I worked for a lovely couple for 10 years, caring for them until they both unfortunately passed away . I helped with all aspects of patient care, assisted with medications, exercise, light housekeeping, laundry, cooking,...
Katerina can also help with: Companionship, errands, home modification, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Katerina worked for my family for 10 years taking care of both of my parents. She did everything! Doctors appointments dentist appointments, Medication reminders,prepared meals, did laundry, cleaning, grocery shopping and any personal care that was necessary. She...
Susan S.
Olha D.
Clark, NJ
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi, my name is Olha.
I am dependable and compassionate caregiver that has over 10 years of history working in home care industry. In the past, I have assisted clients by managing their daily activities, engaged in friendly conversations and maintained the household.
I try to connect with my clients by spending time with them:...
Olha can also help with: Personal care, dementia
5.0
"Olha was my mother's caregiver for over 7 years. I found her to be very reliable and trustworthy. She was very knowledgeable about all aspects of her care, handling medical, doctors and nurses, cooking and cleaning and socializing. My mother was bedridden the...
William 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, meal prep, errands, dementia, personal care, mobility assistance & 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.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, if you're looking for optimal care for you or your loved ones, look no further!! I am a skilled , talented Licensed Caregiver, licensed medication Technician, CPR certified, and Covid Vaccinated with over 8 years experience caring for one on one clients in the privacy of their homes , working in group homes, and Senior...
Tameica can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
4.0
"Tameica is great to have on a team, she's caring, reliable, and always willing."
Yolanda W.
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
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.
Petal M.
Colonia, NJ
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
"As a compassionate and dedicated caregiver, I have a passion for helping others maintain their independence and quality of life. With (number)years experience in the caregiving field. I have developed a strong skillset in assisting individuals with daily task managing medications, and providing emotional support. My warm and...
Petal can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Miss M. was very Hardworking and dedicated to Her duties and went above and beyond our Expectations. We hired her to care for our grandmother, who wasn't doing too well. She had her from being bed ridden to gardening and more in a few months. We appreciate...
Aubrey P.
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: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
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.
Patricia A.
Somerset, NJ
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have CPR CHHA, Graduate of Clinical Mental Health. I am a caring person
I am passionate when working with seniors, both home care and facilities. I have worked with agencies and private. I love what I do, have over 15 years experience in this field. I am reliable, dependable, honest and punctual. seeing smiles on my clients...
Patricia can also help with: Companionship, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Her uniqueness is very outstanding. Why do I say that is her inspirations, skills, thoughts and desires describe who Patricia is. "
Care member
4.8
(6)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Over 13 years of experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia and elderly patients. I am certified as a Home Health Aid. I truly love and enjoy what a do. My goals are to make sure patients needs are being met daily. Making sure they are very comfortable and happy in their environment. Making sure I keep smile on my clients faces are...
Tiffany can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, visiting nurse, personal care, home modification, visiting physician & more
5.0
"She helped with my 79 yr old dementia patient my mom. She was professional, very caring and patient. My mom is a tough cookie but Tiffany's patience with my mom was superb. My family loves her. Technically my mom looked at her as a daughter. That made my family...
Angelique H.
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: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, errands & 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.
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: Companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
CPR
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.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Teona. I'm 30 years old and have 5 years experience as a caregiver/companion. I'm from country Georgia, college graduate.
I have experience with dementia, memory care, stroke, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, mobility assistance. I love helping people and especially elder. I was inspired to work as a caregiver...
Teona can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, companionship, errands, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Teona is very capable and is a wonderful caregiver for my Mother. She is patient and smart and is enjoyable to have in our home."
Marianne R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a Certified Home Health Aide and have been a caregiver for the last 12 years. I enjoyed doing the activities of daily living (ADLs) for the seniors because I always find fulfillment in helping them perform their usual daily routines. I encourage them to do it by themselves to recover their self-confidence and self-worth. I...
Myrna can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I absolutely recommend Myrna! In December my mother fell and dislocated her hip. My father was doing all the housework and helping her shower but sadly, my father passed away in January so finding someone fast and that we can trust was imperative.
Myrna...
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Eteri C.
Metuchen, NJ
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I'm HHA certified caregiver with 16 years of experience. I have been working with patients with dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson disease, stroke survivors, those that used feeding tube.
I am kind and caring person and I always do my best to do my job perfectly.
Respectfully,
Eteri can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Rilma V.
Clark, NJ
$35/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
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.
Rilma can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"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 will see her next month again."
Yelena K.
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: Meal prep, errands, dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, companionship & 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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Recent caregiver reviews in Watchung, NJ
Helenanne L.
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.
Barbara S.
4.0
Barbara has worked for my parents and I for the past 3 years as a senior care giver. Her hours have been 5 days per week for the morning hours. Her responsibilities have included household tasks and errands. She is a careful driver. She has been very warm and caring with my elderly parents. My...
- Tamsen T.
Katerina G.
5.0
Katerina worked for my family for 10 years taking care of both of my parents. She did everything! Doctors appointments dentist appointments, Medication reminders,prepared meals, did laundry, cleaning, grocery shopping and any personal care that was necessary. She was with both of my parents until...
- Susan S.
Olha D.
5.0
Olha was my mother's caregiver for over 7 years. I found her to be very reliable and trustworthy. She was very knowledgeable about all aspects of her care, handling medical, doctors and nurses, cooking and cleaning and socializing. My mother was bedridden the whole time so she totally depended...
- William G.
Dana R.
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 skilled professional and any family would...
- Karen M.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Watchung, NJ
What caregiver services can I find near me in Watchung, NJ?
Most private senior caregiver services in Watchung, 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 Watchung.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Watchung, NJ in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Watchung, NJ on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $17.50 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 Watchung, NJ?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Watchung, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Watchung, 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 Watchung before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Watchung, NJ background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Watchung, 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.