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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: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship
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
(10)
I have over 10 years experience working with elderly and children. I am very hard worker honesty, friendly and reliable.
Lily can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, hospice services, dementia, home modification, respite care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Lily is a wise, compassionate, knowledgeable, highly dedicated caretaker and human being. Any family would be blessed to have her caring for a loved one."
Steven G.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with Patients with MS, Alzheimer's dementia and also some physical disabilities.
I'm a social work major, so I also have a more psychological understanding of patients struggles and needs.
I'm hard working and willing to go above and beyond to make my clients happy.
Non smoker.
Experienced in bathing...
Shanice can also help with: Dementia, personal care, hospice services, live-in home care
5.0
"Shanice is a modern girl with an old soul. Having her care for my mother has been a blessing. She is so patient, attentive, caring, neat and insightful. She cooks for my mother and has a great sense of humor for my mother ridiculous orders. I would definitely...
Erica C.
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, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, 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.
Musamali E.
Newark, NJ
$35-49/hr • 10 yrs exp
Home Health Aide/ Available For Companionship, Housekeeping And Meal Prep
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate and dedicated private home caregiver with 15 years of experience providing exceptional care to families. Known for professionalism, empathy, and reliability. Seeking to leverage expertise to continue making a positive impact on the lives of those in need.
- Provided personalized care to individuals in their...
Musamali can also help with: Meal prep, mobility assistance, hospice services, personal care, companionship
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"I hired Musamali to stay with my husband while I has some respite. She always had a smile on her face. She could cheer him up just by talking to him. When she had some downtime (if my husband was napping), Musamali would ask if she could help around the house....
Joyce M.
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: Hospice services, respite care, personal care, visiting physician, home modification, dementia & more
5.0
"Andrea took care of my dad for a week while we travelled for vacation. He has multiple sclerosis and mainly bedridden or in a wheelchair. He has a lot of different needs and Andrea just knew what to do. She's very experienced, dependable, trustworthy and...
Cindy C.
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, companionship, errands, transportation & 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
(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: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Maria was very personable and dependable. Very helpful with every task. Hard working and diligent."
Joan H.
5.0
(1)
I possess a flexible, trustworthy, and detail-oriented personality, coupled with substantial experience and a compassionate nature.
I'm actively pursuing a local job opportunity where I can leverage my expertise in caregiving, customer service, and personal assistance. My journey in the workforce commenced during my teenage...
Jasmin can also help with: Home modification, errands, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
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, meal prep, transportation, companionship
5.0
"Margaret is well mannered,well educated, above average intelligence, uses correct grammar and syntax, is personable, accommodating, and quick to gain the trust and confidence of a charge.
Has managed and supervised care and maintenance of client's household. Very...
William K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with patients on hospice in bed 10 years experience.
Experience with patients that are totally blind, medication management, insulin and diabetes management Parkinson, dementia, stroke survivors, cancer I use Hoyer lift, I do live-in/ out position.
I drive
I work in New York if needed
I work with Agencies...
Josefina can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"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 communication. I would highly recommend her to anyone."
Carolyn C.
Syreeta H.
Newark, NJ
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Professional Hha Caregiver And Direct Care Professional
5.0
(1)
Hi, I'm Professional , compassionate, and a reliable caregiver and direct care professional
Syreeta can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Syreeta is patient and consistent. So grateful that she is supporting my parents during this time."
Sade D.
Annkay L.
Irvington, NJ
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a kind, patient, caring person. I have lots of tolerance and very flexible. I truly enjoy working with both the elderly and babies. I specialize in working with elderly with dementia. I have a personal caregiving certificate and I am first aid certified. I have worked in senior homes as a supervisor for other caregivers and...
Annkay can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(3)
Hello I am a Filipino caregiver looking for a job. I have more than 9 years of experience, work with various cases such as dementia care, hospice care, and also work in an assisted living. I also provide transportation for errands and for patient needs.
I'd describe my personality as loving, caring, devoted to one's job.
One...
Maria Glaiza can also help with: Dementia, companionship, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, errands & more
5.0
"Maria is a responsible and compassionate person. Her dedication is second to NONE."
Eugenia M.
Nana K.
Livingston, NJ
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked as a caregiver/companion since 2008. My main job responsibilities were - running errands, meal preparation, grocery shopping, making appointments, transportation, assisting with daily activities.
Nana can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care
5.0
"She's wonderful....competent, patient, reliable. Feel very fortunate to have found her."
Gloria W.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there, a little bit about myself? I am a hard-working, highly motivated, dedicated and heart-felt individual. I am certified as home health aide and I am also a Direct Support Professional. Which expands my experience to work with developmentally disabled adults as well. I have several years of experience in the health care...
Shahadah can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Shahdah is a very loving, caring,polite and dependable person. She is ready to help in anyway she can. Would rehire her again and highly recommend her as a caregiver."
Ashley B.
Namata O.
Irvington, NJ
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Namata. I am a certified home health aide, Personal care assistant and nurse assistant. My job involved giving total care to clients: giving baths, giving medications, doctor's appointments, meals preparation, running errands, walks. I have vast experience working with seniors and disability adults with...
Namata can also help with: Respite care, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, home modification, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Namata is very responsible worker. She is very kind. She did a great job! I reconend Namata for hiring to take care for orderly and patients. "
Gregory K.
Patricia C.
Union, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Professional Caregiver +10 Years Experience Live In Preferred
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am a professional caregiver with over 10 years experience. I am ethical and will also treat my client's information private.
I have certificates in HHA, PCA and hospice care.
I have worked for clients for two years being minimal and six years the most as a live in.
I have empathy towards the people I care for and love what...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Patricia worked for our family from February 2018 until March 2023 when my mom passed away. She was the reason why my mom was able to live as long as she did. My mom had Parkinson’s and was wheelchair-bound and had to be fed. Patricia would take care of her skin,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Although I don't have to much paid experience, I have years of personal experience with daily self helpsenior care. I am currently a college nursing student who is reliable, patient, and empathetic. I am willing to help in any way I can, please don't hesitate to contact me and I will try to make myself as senior caregiver...
Jessica can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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: Dementia, hospice services, respite care, home modification, live-in home care, 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.
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Recent caregiver reviews in West Orange, NJ
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.
Lily G.
5.0
I have known Lily for period spanning decades. I know her to be extremely hard working, dedicated, intelligent and resourceful. I don't use these words lightly. But in my view the thing that makes Lily an exceptional human being is her compassion. She is an asset to any organization that will...
- William O.
Shanice H.
5.0
Shanice is a modern girl with an old soul. Having her care for my mother has been a blessing. She is so patient, attentive, caring, neat and insightful. She cooks for my mother and has a great sense of humor for my mother ridiculous orders. I would definitely recommend Shanice to anyone looking for...
- Erica C.
Keta D.
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.
Musamali E.
5.0
A very reliable, caring and knowledgable person who cares a great deal for others.
- Susan C.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in West Orange, NJ
What caregiver services can I find near me in West Orange, NJ?
Most private senior caregiver services in West 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 West Orange.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in West Orange, NJ in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in West Orange, NJ on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $23.75 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 West Orange, NJ?
There are currently 4 caregivers in West Orange, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from West 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 West Orange before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in West Orange, NJ background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in West 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.