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60 caregivers are listed in Westwood, NJ
The average rate is $21/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 8 years
Caregivers in Westwood, NJ
3.0
(1)
Experience with companion, talk, light housekeeping, meal preparation, running errands and bring them to places. Reliable. Excellent references. I love pets too
Rosemary can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, visiting nurse, errands, transportation, meal prep & more
3.0
"Messaged Rosemary to care for my mother. She was super sweet when messaging and even during the interview. We told her the job was companionship for 80y/o woman who did not require hands on care. We needed someone who could help with light housekeeping, laundry,...
Ashley M.
5.0
(1)
I'm a professional health aid for elderly, with experience for over 20 years. With my European background besides English, I'm fluent in Slovak and Hungarian. I can assist with bathing, toileting, grooming or other personal care. I will manage medication, appointments and shopping. I have my own transportation. I'm deeply...
Eva can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, dementia, respite care, live-in home care
5.0
"Eva took tremendous care of my mother during the last few months of her life. My mother was suffering from post stroke symptoms and advanced dementia. Everyday Eva would feed, dress, walk, and talk with my mom. She would wash her clothes and make her lunch daily....
Bill M.
5.0
(2)
Hi, My name is Ornett I am a mature, professional, educated and well experienced elderly care provider. I have been giving care to elderly persons for over 7 years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Assistant, Certified Home Health Aid and I hold other certifications along with license. I believe that the elderly...
Ornett can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Ornett is a very hard working woman she is very dependable and residents seem to like her a lot. She loves to help out in any way or form she can."
Anja M.
Barbora F.
Westwood, NJ
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Live-in, Full Time Caregiver For Elderly In Bergen County Area
I'd describe my personality as patient, compassionate and caring
I'm looking for a live-in position as caregiver for elderly. I am an excellent cook, will clean and do home chores needed. Most importantly I have gentle touch with elderly. I started caring for seniors over 20 years ago and I have verifiable references.
In my...
Barbora can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Wound Care
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am Tea, 48 years old, Companion/Caregiver with more than 8 years of experience. Working as a Caregiver/Companion, I have a HHA licence (NJ), I have knowledge of blood and sugar testing, organizing pills, working with lift, walker or wheelchair seniors, I have experience working with bed tied patient also providing of good care...
Tea can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started my journey as caregiver and house manager in Manhattan 25 years ago. I worked for this amazing family for 25 years. I took care of the husband and the wife. After the husband died I took care of his wife, she was a beautiful women who was diagnosed with Alzheimer and I watched as her health slowly declined . She become...
Leonice can also help with: Dementia, personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"I have known Leonice for 19 years now and I think it's safe to say that she is so caring. Leonice is a family person and is so loving towards everyone she meets. She is reliable and punctual, she really cares for everyone like they are her own. So happy I get to...
adriana W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Studied at branford hall , for surgical technology and medical assistant. Along with working as of recently two /2 agencies for home health aide for senior care. Patients with Alzheimer's & dementia, 10 years experience, took care of my family with dementia. (25 clients )
* also work for post op. Surgical procedures for people....
Tanya can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Wound Care
5.0
"A very caring person ! Knowledgeable, intelligent and a very nice personality."
William G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate caregiver with 10+ years of work experience as a Home Health Aide. Highly skilled in assisting clients with activities of daily living with demonstrated ability of performing errands, meal preparation, transportation, laundry, medication reminder and light housekeeping. I also have experience in taking care of...
Cynthia can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"Was very reliable during her service to our family. Very dependable and always willing to make her client happy. "
Bosman B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for patients that are elderly, disabled, handicapped and have Alzheimer's for 30 years. I enjoy making them smile and laugh. Most important is to make them feel safe and comfortable with me. I treat all my clients as family and give them the best care. I also do bathing, medications, helping them dress,...
Grace can also help with: Hospice services, errands, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"What can I say. This woman is a angel and when above and beyond making my fathers last months exceptionally comfortable, with respect and care above anything else. Not only did she keep him safe but also stimulated, well fed and well cared for. She is an amazing...
Greg H.
5.0
(2)
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation. I am reliable,, patient, positive, caring, and empathetic. I have spent the last 2 years caring for my mother who had dementia.
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, dementia, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Debra was very professional and has great communication skills, reliable. She was very patient and was able to adapt to our families needs. We trusted her with pick up and drop off to school and every time was on time always and even early at times. She did some...
Care member
Erna X.
River Edge, NJ
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am Erna X . I have worked for two years as a caregiver. I took care of a very sweet lady that had difficulties to walk.
Erna can also help with: Personal care, visiting physician, live-in home care
5.0
"Erna is a excellent worker and a wonderful person. My mother and our entire family fell in love with her from the very first day. She made sure that my mother was very well taken care of.
I would definitely hire her again."
Traci O.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I'm very Caring and Compassionate.
Love to make sure they feel safe, comfortable and happy.
My goal as a caregiver it's for your love one is to continue to be care at home and still enjoy the family around them. Keep them as much as mobile if they are, keep them healthier in the best form of matter.
I love my job of helping the...
Ibeth can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CNA
CPR
5.0
"We are so pleased with the work that Ibeth has done so far. She is extremely meticulous and takes her time to do a great job."
Donna N.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Tamara. I'm Looking for a caregiver/companion job. I'm a reliable, honest and compassionate person with strong communication and interpersonal skills. I have more than10 years of experience. My experience includes Alzheimer's, Dementia and Hospices patients. I have HHA certificate. I Speak fluent English and German....
Tamara can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Tamara is an outstanding caregiver. She is compassionate, professional, and patient. Her commitment to providing quality care was demonstrated through prioritizing safety and working efficiently but methodically. Tamara is able to work independently and goes...
Rosemarie H.
Shela D.
Paramus, NJ
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Medical Assistant Looking For Full Time Daytime Employment As A Caregiver
5.0
(2)
I have 10+years of experience working with the elderly, and I have experience with dementia patients for over 6 years. I am currently seeking full time employment overnnight and am also available some days.
I'm a very caring and compassionate person, and am glad to be able to help the elderly. I can provide excellent references...
Shela can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shela is compassionate, gentle and proactive. Our family trusted her completely with our precious Mother. We were so lucky to have found her and highly recommend Shela."
Roberta W.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Provide assistance with activities of Daily living performance domestic and household tasks, Transport and accompany patients to doctors appointment run errands medications reminder assist with clients personal care monitor patients vital signs, temperature, respiration And report on their condition follow client care plan and...
Keisha can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Keisha was absolutely wonderful for our mom. She took excellent care of her and went above and beyond expectations repeatedly. She was devoted to caring for her. Her bubbly personality, infectious enthusiasm and constant positive attitude went a long way towards...
Care member
3.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Thank you for viewing. I am Khaleen, a certified caregiver for 7 years. Becoming a caregiver is one of the greatest decisions I ever made in my career. Putting a smile on someone else's face gives me joy.
Khaleen can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
3.0
"Khaleen was present and helpful at the beginning and then abandoned my brother with no notice or communication. My brother is in a wheelchair so is in need of contact help. She avoided my phone calls and ignored inquires as to what happened and if she was ok? We...
Maria C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very dependable, trustworthy, patient and caring person. I get great satisfaction out of helping others. I like to think of myself as not only a senior caregiver, but also an senior companion. I enjoy meeting new people and learning new things. I believe that our seniors are a glimpse into our past and should be respected...
Parren can also help with: Transportation, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"He's very helpful and respectful, his the best. "
Lionel L.
Chris V.
West Nyack, NY
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Compassionate Caregiver Available In Your Area. I am experienced 15+ years in the field. My goal is "Always" to improve their quality of life. I am mature, compassionate, dependable with a positive outlook. My services include Personal Care and Hygiene, Medical Management, Social Interaction/ Companionship, Meal Preparation,...
Chris can also help with: Personal care, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Chrissy has a lovely demeanor and willingness to do whatever is needed to be done. My grandmother needed total care and she provided this beautifully. "
Ashley L.
Juliet L.
Yonkers, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am keen, attentive, caring and personable and very much reliable. With my experience, I have helped people who are disabled, chronically ill or cognitively impaired. I also help older adults who may need assistance. I help with activities such as bathing and dressing and I provide services such as light housekeeping. I may be...
Juliet can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, live-in home care & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She was absolutely excellent with our loved one. She was punctual and called to confirm on the days that we needed her. She was very warm and caring. We were delighted to have had her help us out."
Sharona S.
Ferris A.
Hawthorne, NJ
$25-38/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Highly compassionate, extremely patient, loving, caring, and have 16+ years experience as a dedicated, dependable CNA/CHHA certified caregiver. Provide companionship, personal care, mouth/tube feeding, meal preparation and medications administer to clients to name a few! Fully in command on basic home healthcare protocols....
Ferris can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, mobility assistance, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"She is a committed caregiver. Very punctual and wants to ensure the most thorough and best care is delivered. She took care of my Dad like he was her own . Highly recommend!"
Jeff B.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Westwood, NJ
Rosemary Q.
3.0
Messaged Rosemary to care for my mother. She was super sweet when messaging and even during the interview. We told her the job was companionship for 80y/o woman who did not require hands on care. We needed someone who could help with light housekeeping, laundry, transportation to doctors and...
- Ashley M.
Eva B.
5.0
Eva took tremendous care of my mother during the last few months of her life. My mother was suffering from post stroke symptoms and advanced dementia. Everyday Eva would feed, dress, walk, and talk with my mom. She would wash her clothes and make her lunch daily. Eva cared for my mother like she was...
- Bill M.
Ornett T.
5.0
Ornett is a very hard working woman she is very dependable and residents seem to like her a lot. She loves to help out in any way or form she can.
- Anja M.
Leonice G.
5.0
I have known Leonice for 19 years now and I think it's safe to say that she is so caring. Leonice is a family person and is so loving towards everyone she meets. She is reliable and punctual, she really cares for everyone like they are her own. So happy I get to call her a family friend.
- adriana W.
Tanya M.
5.0
A very caring person ! Knowledgeable, intelligent and a very nice personality.
- William G.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Westwood, NJ
What caregiver services can I find near me in Westwood, NJ?
Most private senior caregiver services in Westwood, 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 Westwood.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Westwood, NJ in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Westwood, NJ on Care.com as of May, 2024 is $21.60 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 Westwood, NJ?
There are currently 5 caregivers in Westwood, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Westwood, 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 Westwood before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Westwood, NJ background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Westwood, 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.