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60 caregivers are listed in Wood Ridge, NJ
The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby caregivers is 6 years
Caregivers in Wood Ridge, NJ
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Lenard, 34 years old a Filipino, and I have 8 years well experience as a CAREGIVER. My past experience for my patient is I'm doing exercise, assisting for bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication, cooking, laundry, and light housekeeping and also doing some errands. As a CAREGIVER for me I always put patient...
Lenard can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
(16)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Yaa. I'm a Certified home health aide and a CPR Certified. I worked for several hospitals 10yrs+. For the past 10yrs, I've been working for seniors at their various homes as a caregiver. I have experience with seniors with depression, anxiety, mental illnesses, Alzheimers, dementia, Parkinson's, diabetes, stroke,...
Yaa can also help with: Dementia, companionship, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"Yaa took care of me right after my surgery. She is dependable and professional but more importantly a kind, caring person. It was nice to have someone to rely on and also to just speak to, laugh with and keep me company. I highly recommend her!"
Jodi S.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Bayani a Filipino caregiver , . An extremely faithful and hard worker who does all I does with spirit of excellence.. Build strong relationship with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship. Clean house ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly shopping. Maintained clean and safe well organized patient...
Bayani O. can also help with: Meal prep, home modification, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship & more
5.0
"Prince was an amazing help to our family in caring for my Dad. He is professional, trust worthy, very caring, extremely patient and a very hard worker. He is wonderful at what he does."
Care member
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:
CPR
CNA
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
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Safoura. I was born in Senegal (west africa). My certification are; HHA(home health aide) from self help CNA(certified nurse assistant) from CTI and PCA(personal care).
I have been in the nursing field for the past 20 years.
My first job was at Terrence cardinal Cook nursing home in 2002 I work at Lenox Hill...
Safoura can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Miss SAFOURA, was employed by our family in care of our Mom. Miss Safoura is a good and reliable care giver, you will be lucky having her in your company.
Best,"
Care member
5.0
(3)
I have been providing childcare and in-home care for adults with disabilities for more than 10 years, and I have been working almost exclusively with elderly clients for the past five years. I took care of my grandparents in their home. While caring for them I managed a team of 7 caregivers to provide them with 24/7 in-home...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Megan was awesome with my 5 year old son! She was very responsive and kept me informed throughout the evening they spent together. Will definitely hire Megan again!"
Care member
Nino M.
New York, NY
$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
My name is Nino, also known as Nina, and I'm a certified HHA with over 24 years of experience. Additionally, I've worked as a nursing assistant and phlebotomist at a clinic.
I've had the privilege of assisting numerous clients with various illnesses and disabilities, I adeptly navigate any challenging situation.
I speak fluent...
Nino can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
CPR
5.0
"I highly recommend Nino (Nina) for the caregiving position. Her exceptional character, dedication, and skills were evident when she assisted my family during the challenging time. Nino provided invaluable support , brought joy with her warmth and humor, and her...
Care member
Phyllis C.
Hackensack, NJ
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Energetic, caring, easy going caregiver with over 30 years of experience of taking care of the elderly. My job is to provide comfort, affection and care to all my clients. My experience includes but is not limited to, bathing (shower and bed bath), dressing, grooming, preparation and serving of meals and snacks, medication...
Phyllis can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
5.0
"Phyllis is a godsend for senior care, She is deeply caring, extremely dependable, highly experienced, and super professional. It is not an exaggeration to say that she not only improved and lengthen the lives of my in-laws in their 90s -- she has actually saved...
Jeff W.
Mary B.
New York, NY
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Compassionate Caregiver With More Than 12 Years Of Experience In The Care Field. I Work Hard.
5.0
(2)
I am one of the best home health aide I am very friendly, nice, caring and I treat everyone like how I would want to be treated hire me and you would not regret it.
I'd describe my personality as kind, thoughtful and patient
I like caring for seniors because family members are at peace of mind when their love one is properly...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"Mary is very selfless and kind.She is very patient with her client and always ready to help...very hardworking and punctual as well..she exhibits excellent skills when working with client."
Mavis A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Patient care in a home environment looking to leverage my passion and commitment to caring for your well being to inprove quality of life I am timely considerate caring
Debra can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, live-in home care
5.0
"I really enjoyed having Debbie take care of my mom. She is pleasant and engaging. On two occasions she alerted me to possible medical problems with my mother. I was impressed because they were subtle changes that most people would have not noticed."
Judy S.
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: Dementia, personal care
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Shela is extremely hardworking experienced kind & caring. Amy family would be lucky to have her join your team."
Rayna P.
3.0
(2)
I am a caregiver with more than five years of experience from working in hospitals with elderly to their private homes. I am friendly, caring and calm. I can provide both physical and emotional support to clients. Culturally sensitive, observe Kosher, follow different diets like diabetic, low salt etc.. Assist with medication,...
Natalie can also help with: Personal care, dementia
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Natalie is lovely. Very personable, kind and patient. I hired her as a fill in Aide. She was on time and took care of all the necessary tasks. I am hiring her again this month and around the holidays. I highly recommend her."
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: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
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: Companionship, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care & 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
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a Qualified Home Health Care Provider specializing in personal care and related services. Skilled at providing mobility support, administering medications, and organizing appointments. Diligent about keeping areas clean and organized to maintain a healthful safe environment.
: Care Plan Management: Compassionate client...
Dari can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, personal care
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
5.0
"Dari is very caring, compassionate and was very sensitive to the needs of my father."
Mimi L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 15 years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA). I prepare home-cooked meals from scratch with healthy ingredients and I make sure both the patient and the home are well taken care of.
I treat the patients I care for and their families like they are my own. I enjoy my work an I am comfortable and...
Reyna can also help with: Home modification, dementia, visiting physician, personal care, visiting nurse
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I highly recommend Reyna as a caregiver. She took excellent care of my 78-year-old father for almost two years. During that time, she was always kind, affectionate and very loving to him. She would even call him on her days off to ensure he was doing well. We were...
Wanda P.
5.0
(5)
Responsible home aide with excellent communication skills demonstrated by over 5 years of experience in health care from voluntary organizations to paid in jobs. I am proficient in providing exceptional in home support to clients with a range of disabilities, illnesses and other challenges.
Highlights
- Certified Home...
Kudzanayi Wellington can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care
5.0
"Wellington is amazing. You could not ask for a more respectful compassionate individual. He's got a great attitude and is genuinely concerned for people's well-being. I recommend him full heartedly!"
Cory N.
5.0
(4)
I am an Experienced Caregiver. I worked in a Level 1 Trauma Center in Virginia until I returned to NYC the end of 2022. I now do privatized care, focusing on a specific patient, providing experienced care, mobility assistance, mental and emotional support to patient and caregivers. I know if you're reading this, you have a need...
Ronnie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, home modification, errands & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"In the darkness that came with my stepfather's Gliobalstoma diagnosis, Turk (Ronnie's preferred nickname) was a true light. We interviewed and worked with so many private, Medicare and hospice caretakers and out of everyone, Turk stood out the most and became a...
Raluca P.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
*COVID VACCINATED Available to work in Bergen, Essex and Morris County*Hi there! I am a qualified caregiver with 18 years of experience. I am available nights M-F 6/6:30pm-6am)or weekend F-Su overnight(F 6/6:30pm-Su 4/5pm) I am highly experienced in senior care (Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's) rehab, stroke, senior special...
Tracey can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite care, personal care
5.0
"I interviewed this lovely candidate for a night position for my elderly Mom, who has early Alzheimers. Tracey is absolutely delightful, with a wealth of experience and knowledge! My Mom's current aide works 24-hours, and I feel due to my Mom's recent decline, no...
Karen S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am truly a caring, honest and genuine caregiver. Being a caregiver is not just a job to me. Caring for people is something I truly enjoy, and it warms my heart, especially when I see the effects and results giving proper, quality care can have on the person's health and quality of life. I've worked for a patient, turned family...
Lata can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, personal care, dementia, hospice services
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I originally offered Lata what was supposed to be a backup position for my mother's daytime companion care, for which she was hired immediately. She then showed up on short notice to fill a gap in coverage for my mother's round the clock care when one of my...
David P.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Wood Ridge, NJ
Yaa A.
5.0
Yaa took care of me right after my surgery. She is dependable and professional but more importantly a kind, caring person. It was nice to have someone to rely on and also to just speak to, laugh with and keep me company. I highly recommend her!
- Jodi S.
Bayani O. A.
5.0
Prince was an amazing help to our family in caring for my Dad. He is professional, trust worthy, very caring, extremely patient and a very hard worker. He is wonderful at what he does.
- Care member
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.
Safoura T.
3.0
Asked for a review when we have no idea who this woman is and we have never met her. I had to give stars and click on yes/no for punctual and dependable to be able to get to this review box.
- Gregg K.
Megan D.
5.0
Megan was awesome with my 5 year old son! She was very responsive and kept me informed throughout the evening they spent together. Will definitely hire Megan again!
- Care member
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Wood Ridge, NJ
What caregiver services can I find near me in Wood Ridge, NJ?
Most private senior caregiver services in Wood Ridge, 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 Wood Ridge.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Wood Ridge, NJ in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Wood Ridge, NJ on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $16.50 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 Wood Ridge, NJ?
There are currently 2 caregivers in Wood Ridge, NJ on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Wood Ridge, 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 Wood Ridge before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Wood Ridge, NJ background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Wood Ridge, 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.