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Nancy G.

Enjoy Interacting With The Elderly

Mountainside, NJ

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Dementia
I have experience being a caretaker for 7+ years.... my tasks include companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, handling medications as required, transportation, errands, etc.
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Douglas S.

Part-time Caregiver, Tuesday, Thursday And Friday

Mountainside, NJ

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
companionship
personal care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate man who enjoys working with seniors, as I had with my father and now with my mother. I provide caring companionship for seniors, as well as handling multiple responsibilities.
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Eunice D.

Home Health Aide Available Full Time And Also Available For Companionship

Newark, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
personal care
meal prep
live-in home care
I have over the years worked with the elderly, with hoyer lift experience, dealt with patients who need companionship. Am humble , understanding and willingness to adopt. sliding board wheelchair catheter awesomeness dementia experience and easygoing person

Kwesi O. says "I have known Eunice for more than ten years. She and I met while in the High School in Ghana. Eunice is one of the most dedicated, hardworking and...

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Sopio D.

Sophia Cares

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Sophia, 39 years old. I have 10 years of experience as HHA and PCA working with different patients. My goal is to treat people the way I d love to be treated mostly when I get older and disabled. I own a car with clean driving records, also provide reliable transportation, doctor's appointments and safe transfers. I...

Care Member says "Sofia was very dependable and highly conscientious in her attention to my father’s care. He was always kept clean and bathed. She made effort to see...

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Margaret A.

Experience Home Health Aide Available Full Time

Newark, NJ

4.5(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a very talented and responsible Home Health Aide who is a very compassionate, patient, kind-hearted and loving person seeking to take care of the elderly and people with a wide range of illnesses and disabilities. I have 11 years' experience in elder care and have cared for people with: Dementia, Alzheimer's, Cancer,...

Care Member says "Maggie is a wonderful caregiver that becomes part of a family right away. She is very smart, honest and thoughtful and helps make recommendations to...

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Dana R.

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
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...

Karen M. says "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...

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Tracy A.

East Orange, NJ

4.7(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
My Name is Tracy, I have 15years plus of experience with elderly and non elderly people with diabetes, dementia, Alzheimer's, hospice care, Iymph Edema, Multiple sclerosis(MS), Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS), Parkinson's disease, Vascular vein disease, Transverse Myelitis (MT). I have experience in different Kinds of hoyer...

Kim B. says "I am way overdue in posting this recommendation and I apologize for that. Tracy was a caregiver for my mom for two months. The first day Tracy started, she...

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Denise K.

Short Hills, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
transportation
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
I've had the heartfelt privilege of working as a senior caregiver for the same wonderful woman for the past almost 3 years. During that time, I provided companionship, support, and assistance to help her live comfortably and with dignity in her home. We built a beautiful bond, and I truly came to feel like part of her extended...

Care Member says "Denise helped me during a period of time when I was home bound and had significant physical limitations. She was from the start a calm and reassuring...

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Teona T.

Personal Care

Springfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Teona. I'm 33 years old and have 8 years experience as a caregiver/companion. I'm from country Georgia, college graduate. Certified phlebotomist and EKG technician. I have experience with dementia, memory care, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, mobility assistance. I love helping people and especially elder. I...

Marianne R. says "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."

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Joy M.

West Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Health aide companionship house keeper. 10 year private and 8 year in the hospital.

Lynn D. says "Joy is a rare treasure and stepped right into our situation like a pro. Her years of experience and bubbly personality are just a few of her wonderful...

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Emilia F.

Full Time

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
visiting physician
I am a kind, responsible and patient person. I have a lot of experience in taking care of elderly people after a stroke, using a walker, and with Alzheimer's and dementia. I provide help with bathing, companionship, meal preparation, help staying physically active, light house keeping and laundry. I have experience with...

Scott B. says "Emilia is the best caregiver you will ever find. She is a meticulous house cleaner, an excellent cook and an accomplished baker. She has a great sense of...

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Jineen J.

Experienced Home Care - Companion - Elder/Senior Care Giver

Elizabethport, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
home modification
+ 1 more
I've been a caregiver for the elderly with over 20 years of experience. I'm an experienced caregiver of anyone with or without a disability who needs care. I provide each client with a customized care plan that maintains and improve their quality of life. I'm compassionate while making the client male or female comfortable...

Karen T. says "I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge what an amazing caregiver Jineen is to my mom. She goes above and beyond, always anticipating my mom‘s needs. She...

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Donnadeen H.

Certified Care Giver Available For Live In/out Positions. Available To Drive Client And Run Errands

East Orange, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
respite care
personal care
live-in home care
I have worked as companion for the elderly some with but not limited to various stages of Dementia, Parkinson's, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiovascular and Respiratory illnesses, providing Range of Motion, Activities of Daily Living(ADLS), doing vitals signs, housekeeping and meal preparation for the clients. I have also...

Joanne M. says "Provides excellent, professional and loving care for my elderly aunt. I think she is one of the best you will be able to find. I trust her completely."

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Elizabeth S.

Caring RN With 40+ Years Experience

Maplewood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
personal care
mobility assistance
hospice services
Medication administration, tube feedings, respiratory treatments, companionship, assist with ADL's and mobility

Denise S. says "Betsy is amazing! Full of energy and so kind and patient with my mom! My mom has memory problems and is in a wheel chair, recovering from a surgery on her...

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Shahadah F.

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
dementia
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
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...

Ashley B. says "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...

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Alice S.

Caring Hands And Heart

Irvington, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Alice I have over 20yrs experience in senior care I provide numerous services for family members, close friends, neighbors and co-workers. I am able to provide work references upon request. long and short term care. my services include personal care, meal prep, feeding, medication management, doctors visits, light...

Care Member says "She is a very goodl worker , she took care of my father 4yrs before his transition , I would hirer her again "

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Karema B.

A Loving ,and Caring Care Giver Provider/ CHHA

Newark, NJ

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Karema, I have over 10 years of experiences as a companion care giver for family and Non family members. In addition to that I'm CHHA looking for a full time/ part time employment. I took care of My Mother-in law, both Grandparents, and My Parents before their passing. So I know how important it is to care for...
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Violeta P.

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
I have always enjoyed working with the elderly people. I have great respect for their wisdom and really listen to their needs and concerns. Thus, I was assisting seniors as a live-in/live-out aide for over 20 years. Through my years of service I have acquired a great deal of experience and outstanding references. In the past, I...

Lisa Z. says "Violeta was employed by our family 2015-2017. During that time she cared for our invalid mother who was wheelchair bound. Violeta's duties included all...

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Stacy L.

senior care

East Orange, NJ

4.2(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
hospice services
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
My name is Stacy. I' m a kind, dedicated, efficient, trustworthy and honest elderly care giver/companion\ HHA. I have Alzheimer/ dementia/MS/ALS/ Parkinson's disease experience. I also deal with hospice and respite care. I have been in this field for the past 17 consecutive years . My first experience was providing excellent...

Care Member says "Stacy is very caring, qualified and competent caregiver. She is very punctual, dependable and knowledgeable in taking care of patients going under...

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Pauline B.

Full Time Availability

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
companionship
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I've been a caregiver for 14 years as a CHHA . I became a caregiver because of my mother she had become ill and needed home care. I decided to put my career on hold to help her during her time of illness after she had passed I decided that helping others gave me a sense of fulfillment. I have experience with early onset Dementia...

Enid R. says "Pauline is one in million! She is responsible, dependable and a pleasure to be with!"

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Recent companion care reviews from local parents in Mountainside, NJ

Companion Care in Mountainside, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed companion care

Eunice D.

I have known Eunice for more than ten years. She and I met while in the High School in Ghana. Eunice is one of the most dedicated,...

- Kwesi O.

Sopio D.

Sofia was very dependable and highly conscientious in her attention to my father’s care. He was always kept clean and bathed. She made...

- Care member

Margaret A.

Maggie is a wonderful caregiver that becomes part of a family right away. She is very smart, honest and thoughtful and helps make...

- Care member

FAQs for finding companion care near you in Mountainside, NJ

Companion care in Mountainside, NJ is a type of senior support focused on providing social interaction, companionship, and help with everyday activities. Unlike more medical forms of care, companion care is designed to improve quality of life by offering conversation, emotional support, and assistance with light tasks. It can be especially helpful for seniors who live alone or may feel isolated. You can learn more about companion care for seniors and how it supports daily living.

Companion care in Mountainside, NJ may include activities such as conversation, companionship, help with errands, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and assistance with daily routines. Caregivers may also provide reminders for medications or appointments, accompany seniors to outings, and help maintain a consistent daily schedule that supports independence. Many families explore options like caregivers near them to compare available services.

In Mountainside, NJ, companion care focuses primarily on social support and light assistance, while home care often includes more hands-on help with personal care such as bathing, dressing, or mobility. Companion care is typically a good fit for seniors who are mostly independent but benefit from regular interaction and occasional help with daily tasks. For more advanced needs, families may also explore options like home health aides or specialized support such as dementia care.

The average rate for companion care in Mountainside, NJ on Care.com as of April 2026 is $17.50 per hour. Costs can vary depending on the caregiver’s experience, the number of hours needed, and the level of support required. Some families choose part-time care, while others arrange more consistent daily visits. Reviewing resources like companion care costs can help set expectations.

Companion care in Mountainside, NJ is often a good option for seniors who are living independently but may feel lonely, need help with errands, or benefit from regular social interaction. It can also support families who want to ensure their loved one has consistent companionship and a reliable routine without requiring full-time or medical care. Many families start by browsing local caregiver options to find the right fit.

To find a trusted companion caregiver in Mountainside, NJ, many families compare profiles based on experience, personality fit, availability, and reviews. Speaking with potential caregivers and discussing expectations can help ensure they provide the level of companionship and support your loved one needs. Using guides like companion caregiver interview tips can also help you ask the right questions and make a confident decision.

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