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Julie H.

Fords, NJ

4.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
errands
dementia
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Dementia. I'm a positive and reliable, patient person. I like to watch and take a good care of the old people, to make there life easy with love and caring

Diane D. says "Julie is very compassionate. Has the skills to care for the elderly. She was Very attentive to my mother."

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Roshni P.

Fords, NJ

from
$30/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
I have 1 year of aide services in a dementia care unit , assisted living and in a rehab unit. I also have experience in providing self care as I have cared for my grandmother who is dependent with daily activities and my current job I occasionally have to complete dependent to higher level self care.
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Lela K.

Fords, NJ

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Respite care
personal care
live-in home care
dementia
I'm Lela 49years old female, friendly and nice person and looking for a job to take care elderly person . Have been working as a caregiver for 10 years. Loved doing my job and willing to do the same for future. Had been helpful and reliable all the time. Helping others is my lovely thing to do. Fully vaccinated (Booster). I have...
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Bertha O.

Caring And Loving Caregiver

Fords, NJ

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
errands
dementia
Hi, my name is Bertha and I'm a Christian, wife and mother of 3 beautiful kids. I am caring, loving, and i'm also a very good cook. From a young age, I began taking care of my grandmother who had Alzheimers and I put in much time and dedication to make sure that she was taken good care of before she eventually passed away. From...
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Rajwatie A.

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
My name is Raj. I have 15 plus years of experience working with clients with alzheimers, dementia, stroke and Parkinson. I also have experience with individuals that are immobile. I am experienced with medication and feeding. I am also adaptable to each family and client. I'm also very dependable. Some skills includes cooking,...

Barbara C. says "It is a pleasure to write this review for Raj. Raj worked as a home care aide for my husband on part-time basis. She is experienced and knew how to care...

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Gladys K.

Parlin, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
errands
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
For the past decade, I've dedicated myself to providing compassionate care to adults and seniors. My journey began with a deep desire to support their well-being and independence, fueled by positive experiences in prior care roles. As a Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Home Health Aide, I offer respite care, live-in...

Sally H. says "Gladys cared for my mother while she was in hospice at home. As a family, we could not have asked for a more kinder, compassionate care taker. It was so...

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Magdolna T.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
10 years of experience have fueled my passion for supporting adults and seniors, and ensuring their well-being and independence. Positive experiences in previous care roles have solidified my desire to make a positive impact on their lives. As a Certified Home Health Aide with CPR Training, I provide respite care, live-in care,...

Meridith T. says "Magdalena is so lovely and kind. She is a competent, confident and qualified caregiver who is skilled at what she does and is intelligent, initiative...

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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
Hospice services
home modification
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 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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Nadine F.

Full Time Care Giver (Monday -Friday). 8am -4pm

Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$38/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
mobility assistance
respite care
hospice services
dementia
My name is Nadine, I have been caring for seniors for over 17yrs its been a passion for me to take care of others who is not able to help themselves. A few yrs ago my grandmother was diagnose with Alzheimer and dementia I had the opportunity to take care of her and after she passed away I dedicate my self to help seniors and I...

Cindy W. says "My family and I have had the pleasure of having Nadine care for our Mom for 4 years. Nadine's knowledge of caring for the elderly is outstanding. Her...

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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
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 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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Thelumusa Z.

Senior Care

Carteret, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Mobility assistance
meal prep
personal care
hospice services
dementia
I have 10 years experience, taking care of clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, heart condition and Parkinson's, Lou Gehrig's disease. Previously, I worked as a chef for 3 years. I am very active, clean, and love to exercise. I have a great sense of humor which is one of the reasons why I love working with elderly people, I...

Care Member says "Let me share this compassionate caring and understanding the assistance that is needed with seniors it's all wrapped up in this man he is just a simple...

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Emilia F.

Full Time

Linden, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Visiting physician
personal care
dementia
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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Michelle R.

I'm Michelle, A Caring And Compassionate Caregiver

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
l am a caring and compassionate individual with over 12 years experience. I have worked in an assisted living facility as a caregiver and medication technician assisting client with various activities of daily living such as; vital signs, blood sugar check, medication prompting, companionship, schedule appointments and shopping,...

Jade V. says "Michelle has been a godsend to me and my family. She has great rapport with my elderly parents as she helps them with their daily routines. She is very...

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Ana D.

CERTIFIED HOME HEALTH AIDE

South Plainfield, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Making a difference in people's lives is my calling. With eight years of experience as a Certified Home Health Aide, I bring compassion and professionalism to every caregiving situation. My passion stems from a deep desire to support adults' and seniors' well-being and independence. I provide transportation, run errands, offer...

Care Member says "Very caring person who would go above and beyond "

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Dana R.

Fanwood, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
mobility assistance
dementia
companionship
+ 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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Nana B.

I Have Been Working With Seniors For The Past 8 Years.

Staten Island, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I'm available again as, sadly, my elderly friend has died after a long illness. I seek a Caregiver position where I may contribute my longterm experience to a family with their loved one. I am a professional who goes above and beyond expectations and is hard working, fun and caring. I believe senior care is companion care, it is...

Brenda T. says "I have been blessed to know Nana for one years and there are no words to describe her. She is a quality human being who possesses dignity, honesty,...

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Josefina A.

Caregiver

Elizabeth, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Home modification
errands
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I am HHA CERTIFIED CPR CERTIFIED CDPAP (Agency) Experience working at Assisted Living. And Home Care I have experience with patients on hospice in bed 10 years experience. Experience with patients that are totally blind, medication management, insulin and diabetes insulin/ medication management . Parkinson, dementia, stroke...

Carolyn C. says "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...

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Stacyann C.

Scotch Plains, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a trustworthy, dependable, caring individual who loves to provide care for others especially for Seniors. I grew up assisting with the care of my grandparents and I love the satisfaction you receive from knowing I was able to make a difference in someone's live (s). I have worked privately and through various agencies. I...

Care Member says "Stacyann is amazing! She is reliable, attentive, caring, and very professional. My family will forever be grateful for the care she provided my mom...

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Tira J.

Child/ Senior Care And Errands

Piscataway, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, I am writing to apply for the Caregiver positions on Care. com. I have an excellent background in providing care for people of all ages and conditions with more than 10+ years of experience in the field. I worked as a Residential Manager at an Assistant Living facility for 8 years. I have experience working with young,...

David And Jana A. says "Tira is an outstanding caregiver! She goes above and beyond. She is trustworthy, dependable, and very professional."

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David B.

Fanwood, NJ

4.5(1)
from
$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
mobility assistance
visiting physician
dementia
companionship
I helped take care of my own father who had dementia, which then became alzheimer's. I did this along with my sister and mother for 6 years I also cared for a 90-year-old man in somerset NJ for about 6 months; driving him to appointments, food shopping, general errands and appointments

Erin W. says "From the very first phone call, David was very receptive and communicative. I knew what my dad needed but didn't know where to start. Dave asked all the...

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  • 60 dementia care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.75/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dementia care is 4.0

Recent dementia care reviews from local parents in Fords, NJ

Dementia Care in Fords, NJ are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed dementia care

Julie H.

Julie is very compassionate. Has the skills to care for the elderly. She was Very attentive to my mother.

- Diane D.

Rajwatie A.

It is a pleasure to write this review for Raj. Raj worked as a home care aide for my husband on part-time basis. She is experienced and knew...

- Barbara C.

Gladys K.

Gladys cared for my mother while she was in hospice at home. As a family, we could not have asked for a more kinder, compassionate care...

- Sally H.

Helpful information on dementia care in Fords, NJ

Dementia care in Fords, NJ is designed to support individuals experiencing memory loss, cognitive decline, or conditions such as Alzheimer’s. Care often includes help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders, along with supervision to ensure safety. Many caregivers also provide companionship and structured routines to help reduce confusion and anxiety. You can learn more about Alzheimer’s and dementia care and what support typically involves.

The average cost for dementia care in Fords, NJ as of April 2026 is $25.75 per hour. Rates can vary depending on the level of care needed, such as part-time support versus full-time or overnight care. More advanced care needs, including mobility assistance or behavioral support, may increase the overall cost.

To find a qualified dementia caregiver in Fords, NJ, families often compare providers based on experience with memory care, reviews, and availability. It’s helpful to ask about specific experience with dementia or Alzheimer’s, communication style, and how they handle behavioral changes. Exploring options like memory care services can also help you find the right level of support. Interviews and trial visits can help ensure the caregiver is a good fit.

Families in Fords, NJ often consider dementia care when a loved one begins to show signs of memory loss, confusion, or difficulty managing daily activities. Early support can help maintain independence and safety, while more advanced care may be needed as the condition progresses. Understanding the stages and differences in dementia can help guide this decision.

Yes, many dementia care providers in Fords, NJ offer in-home services. This allows individuals to remain in a familiar environment, which can help reduce stress and confusion. In-home care can be customized to provide part-time assistance, full-time support, or overnight care depending on your family’s needs. Comparing options like memory care vs. home care for dementia can help determine the best setting.

Before hiring dementia care in Fords, NJ, consider asking about the caregiver’s experience with memory care, training, and approach to handling behavioral changes. You may also want to discuss scheduling, safety protocols, and how updates will be communicated. Creating a structured approach with a dementia care plan can help ensure consistent and effective support.

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